
Next Level 8.08.21
Clearing Hurdles - Don’t Get Weighed Down
Discuss
What Olympic sport would you do ‘ok’ in if you were selected?
List some of the greatest upsets of all-time. Which one do you remember the most? Why?
Study
Joshua 7
Why was God angry with all the Israelites when it was one man who disobeyed (see God’s instructions in 6:18-19)? Why do you think God held all Israel responsible for one man’s deed?
How did Joshua respond to the defeat suffered at Ai (7:6-9)? Why might he have responded this way?
Do you tend to blame God first, before examining your own life of sin? Explain.
How have the sins of others negatively affected you? How have your sins negatively affected others?
What’s Next
What has been the biggest hurdle you have faced in life? How did you overcome it?
What are some ways that we can prepare ourselves for hurdles we might face? How does God prepare us to overcome those same hurdles?
Why is it so hard to admit that we need help?
Do you find it difficult to accept help from others? Why or why not? Why should we be more willing to accept help from others when they offer it?
Prayer
Holy Father, thank you for forgiving me of the sin in my life. Thank you for placing people in my life that can help me when I need it the most! Amen!
Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.
–1 Peter 5:7 | NIV84