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 1
Group Guide
Break the Ice (15 Minutes)
What are some good habits that you have in your life right now?
What is a small way you would like to grow over these next 5 weeks?
Take a moment to discuss together any group guidelines that you would like to implement over the next 5 weeks.
Check-In (10 Minutes)
When and where are you hoping to spend your devotional time over these next 5 weeks?
Take a moment to pray, thanking God for those present and asking him to lead your discussion.
Learn Together (20 Minutes)
Read Romans 7:15-25 aloud together.
What does this passage reveal about human nature?
What do these verses teach us about sin?
Why do you think Paul is so honest here about his struggle?
In the midst of his struggle, where does paul find hope?
Act On It (20 Minutes)
Share about a time you made a lasting change in your life. What role did God play?
How do you typically respond when you face frustration or lack of progress?
How does the world around us typically become unstuck?
What is the difference between behavior modification and spiritual transformation?
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 (Please decide on your schedule for the next 4 weeks as a group). You will also pray as a group.
Prayer prompt: Ask God to help guide and direct your intimacy with Jesus during these next 5 weeks.
Week 1
Monday S.O.A.P
Scripture: John 1:1-14
Observation
Application
Prayer
Tuesday S.O.A.P
Scripture: John 2:1-11
Observation
Application
Prayer
Wednesday S.O.A.P
Scripture: John 3:1-15
Observation
Application
Prayer
Thursday S.O.A.P
Scripture: John 4:1-14
Observation
Application
Prayer
Friday S.O.A.P
Scripture: John 4:15-26
Observation
Application
Prayer