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169 Are We Prepared
Bradon: Jon, have you ever done something you were GREATLY unprepared for?
Jon: Well, we already went over my triathlon story a few weeks ago… you want another embarrassing story!?
Bradon: Oh, Right! That was a great story! We can save you from that today, I might just have a good story to share.
Discussion Episode
Luke 1:57-80
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169 Discussion | Are We Prepared
Elizabeth and Zechariah have baby John. We asked what it means to be prepared and looked at how we can make a plan to do that.
Story Episode
Luke 1:57-80
Questions
- What does your day-to-day with Jesus look like? Talk about your heart, moments of connection, prayer, absence etc…
- How do you want your day-to-day time with Jesus to look? Again, Talk about your heart, moments of connection, prayer, absence etc…
- What are some steps you would like to take? Think one year from now. If you followed through with these steps for 365 days, how different would your life look?
Prayer Requests
At the end of your discussion, go around the group and ask for prayer requests.
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168 | Jesus Dwells Within You
As a Christian, you house the spirit of Jesus Christ. Embracing this will change your identity. This new identity will impact every aspect of your life.
Discussion Episode
Luke 1:39-56
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168 Discussion | Jesus Dwells Within You
Today we saw Mary go to visit Elizabeth for three months, and we learned some very interesting things, including the reality that God lives in us. If you are a follower of Jesus, his Spirit dwells within you.
Story Episode
Luke 1:39-56
Questions
- Describe for others what you have discovered about your identity. Do you have questions for God about your identity?
- God dwelling in us brings blessings with it. We need to acknowledge and live into His presence to truly share these blessings with others. Do you find acknowledging His presence is hard in certain places? Do you think that it hinders or stopped you from enjoying and sharing His blessings with other people?
- Elizabeth spoke with tremendous insight into Mary’s life. If you were to meet with someone that insightful what would you ask them and why?
Prayer Requests
At the end of your discussion, go around the group and ask for prayer requests.
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167 Discussion | What if I Don’t Think I Can?
The Angel Gabriel visits Zecharia and Mary separate and announces that they will both become parents. Zecharia is to name his son John and Mary is to name her son Jesus. They were both called to something huge. We may look at what God calls us too and ask, what if I don’t think I can?
Story Episode
Luke 1:1-38
Questions
- Have you ever been asked to do something you didn’t think was possible?
- Why do you think people struggle with not knowing the whole plan? What emotions come to mind for you?
- Who do you turn to for wisdom about your journey with God?
Prayer Requests
At the end of your discussion, go around the group and ask for prayer requests.
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167 What if I Don’t Think I Can?
Bradon: Have you ever been asked to do something you do NOT want to do? Or do you even think you can do?
Jon: Like cleaning? Or homework? Or cooking?
Bradon: No, not precisely; think of it more like playing a role you haven’t practiced.
Discussion Episode
Luke 1:1-38
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166 You are a Ministry Partner
Jon: Either you intentionally partner with God or unknowingly with the world.
Bradon: We will unpack what it means to be ministry partners and the consequence if you choose not to decide.
Discussion Episode
Philippians 4:10-23
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166 Discussion | You are a Ministry Partner
Welcome back; we will recap the last episode, You are a Ministry Partner, before jumping into some discussion questions.
We learned that to be a partner in ministry, we must align ourselves with God’s purpose and partner with others in serving God.
Story Episode
Philippians 4:10-23
Questions
- Are you content? What about in hard times are you content then? Partnering with God is not easy and learning to be content is really helpful. What were some keys to finding contentment?
- Look at your community. Where do God’s love and care need to be more present?
- How can you partner with others to be the hands and feet of God’s love and care?
Prayer Requests
At the end of your discussion, go around the group and ask for prayer requests.
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Advice for Your Anxiety
Do you ever feel like you’re drowning? Are you feeling pressure from others or yourself? Are you worried? Paul gives us an answer, and as a Child and Youth Counsellor, we should listen to his advice.