What stood out to me…
One thing I learned about God…
One thing I can apply to my life…
How I’m going to pray this week…
Week 2
Group Guide
Break the Ice (15 Minutes)
On a scale of 1-10, how difficult is it for you to start a new habit?
Do you have any annual fall traditions that you enjoy?
Take a moment to revisit any of the group guidelines that you decided on last week.
Check-In (10 Minutes)
Ask if anyone would like to share what stood out to them during their devotional time this week.
Take a moment to pray, thanking God for those present and asking him to lead your discussion.
Learn Together (20 Minutes)
Read Daniel 6:1-10 and 1 Timothy 4:8 aloud together.
If you were Daniel, how would you would you have responded to this decree?
What is Daniel’s routine in this passage?
Why does he refuse to change it?
What impresses you the most about Daniel?
Act On It (20 Minutes)
What are some ways that your current habits honor God?
What are some spiritual habits that help you grow (Bible reading, worship, serving, etc…)?
Why do you think it is challenging to keep our identity rooted in Christ?
Where is the most difficult place for you to stand up for your faith? Why?
What action step do you think God might want you to take as a result of hearing this week’s message or reading this passage?
Pray Together (10 Minutes)
As your group time closes, your group leader will give any updates or news that you might want to take note of. Break up into groups of 2-3.
Prayer prompt: Ask each member for an area of their life where they need encouragement this week. Then assign each member a partner to pray daily for those needs until you meet again.
Week 2
Monday S.O.A.P
Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1-8
Observation
Application
Prayer
Tuesday S.O.A.P
Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:9-16
Observation
Application
Prayer
Wednesday S.O.A.P
Scripture: Colossians 1:3-14
Observation
Application
Prayer
Thursday S.O.A.P
Scripture: Colossians 1:15-23
Observation
Application
Prayer
Friday S.O.A.P
Scripture: Colossians 1:24-29
Observation
Application
Prayer