INTRODUCTION: What are some ways you stayed connected to our church during this last year and what is your hope for the coming year?

READ: 2 Samuel 12:1-7A

WATCH SERMON

DISCUSS

1. Can you share an epiphany that you experienced similar to David where you realized something about yourself you needed to fully recognize that you may have been ignoring or covering up?
2. What reflections have you seen or had in your life during 2020?
3. Which one of these do you tend toward: denying, blaming, or defensiveness? How do you work to avoid these in your life?4
4. What has helped you to face the true reflection that brings you to your knees? 5
5. How have you experienced lamentations recently? What has helped you to embrace this moment?

PRAYER
What is your prayer of hope for this year? Pray for one another to experience and live in the hope that Christ gives.

In groups of 2 or 3, share one other need that you would like prayer for today.

Take time to pray for one person at a time
Invite the Holy Spirit to guide your time
Listen to the Lord for guidance in how to pray for one another
…and then pray….