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Series: Let Hope Rise Pt4
Title: Hope Pushers! [Small Group Discussion Questions]
Text: Jeremiah 29:11; Nehemiah 1
Date: November 8, 2015
1. Read aloud Nehemiah 1:2-4. What stands out to you? What in our world disturbs you? What is God asking you to do about it?
2. Read aloud Nehemiah 1:5. What is Nehemiah’s view of God? With all of the trouble his people are in, what does he do first?
3. Read aloud Nehemiah 1:6-7. Why do you think Nehemiah confesses the sins of his people, ancestors and his own? Why is this important? Is there anything in your life that you haven’t confessed to God? Anyone care to confess it now?
4. Read aloud Nehemiah 1:8-10. Nehemiah remembers God’s goodness to His people. Why do you think it is important to take time to thank God for what He has done? Everyone share something you are thankful for.
5. Read aloud Nehemiah 1:11. This is one BIG BOLD Prayer! Nehemiah was asking God to help him with something he could never do on his own! What are you asking God to help you with that is BIGGER than you? A BHAP, Big Hairy, Audacious, Prayer!
6. Everyone pushes something in life whether they realize it or not (gossip, criticism, love, kindness, negativity etc.). Have you take some time to evaluate what you have been “pushing” lately?
7. To be a Hope Pusher, as Nehemiah was, takes prayer, the pursuit of God’s purposes and prioritizing God’s plan. All of this comes down to four priorities or non-negotiables: Belong, Serve, Share & Grow. Belonging is about my fellowship with God & others. Serving is giving back or helping others for God’s glory. Sharing is speaking and living in ways that point people to Jesus. Growing is learning to become more like Jesus through prayer, worship and Bible reading. Which of these do you tend to be strong in? How about one you may be a little weaker in? Pray for each other to grow stronger in ALL four.
AFA Mission Statement: “Helping People Discover & Develop What Matters MOST!”
M—MAKE Relationships Central! (Belonging!)
O—OFFER Something Back! (Serving!)
S—SPREAD God’s Grace & Truth (Sharing!)
T—TRAIN To Follow Christ (Growing)