Session 1 What Is God Doing?
FOR GROUP PARTICIPATION These elements of the study are best used with others in a group setting.
And God Said… Read aloud Mark 6:45–50 .
Immediately he made his disciples get into the boat and go before him to the other side, to Bethsaida, while he dismissed the crowd. And after he had taken leave of them, he went up on the mountain to pray. And when evening came, the boat was out on the sea, and he was alone on the land. And he saw that they were making headway painfully, for the wind was against them. And about the fourth watch of the night he came to them, walking on the sea. He meant to pass by them, but when they saw him walking on the sea they thought it was a ghost, and cried out, for they all saw him and were terrified. But immediately he spoke to them and said, “Take heart; it is I. Do not be afraid.” What is the Point? Read these statements aloud and keep them in mind during the video. • What is God doing in my life right now? • How am I supposed to respond to it? • Is there anything that is making me doubt there is grace in my current situation or has anything caused me to doubt God’s faithfulness? Petition Pray this together aloud. Father, help us to see your grace toward us even while we are enduring trials. Give us hearts to trust that you are working for our good when circumstances are difficult. Strengthen our faith and help us respond with trust and obedience believing that you will meet us with grace in all that we face. As you do this in our hearts, help us to be an encouragement to one another as we share your transforming grace during our trials. In Jesus' name, Amen. Hear the Word
Watch the video. (18 minutes) Let's Talk About That Discuss these questions. (30 minutes)
1. Sometimes God calls us to walk difficult and unexpected paths. Are there places in your life where God is leading you that feel difficult or unclear? How does his presence build your faith and trust, even when you don’t fully understand the journey ahead? 2. Consider Paul Tripp’s statement: “Grace often comes in uncomfortable forms.” How does that
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