08 - HOW TO RECEIVE THIS BEAUTIFUL GIFT
ICE BREAKER / GAME
What color would you use to describe yourself and why?
OPENING PRAYER
PRAYER EXAMPLE: Heavenly Father, thank you for this opportunity to grow together and learn about the Holy Spirit. Open our hearts to receive all that you have for us, give us your wisdom and understanding. We ask for your protection and guidance this week and that we continue to grow together as a group. In Jesus Name, Amen
GROUP SESSION VIDEO
CONVERSATION QUESTIONS
The below questions serve as a guide to conversation. Select those which you feel will spark conversation, depth and growth in understanding.
Have you ever tried to connect closer to God and felt nothing and then had to deal with thoughts that you were too sinful or not spiritual enough for God to connect with you?
Pastor Monte mentioned we can be filled with skepticism or unsureness making it hard to receive from God. Have you felt unsureness in areas of your walk with God that you would be comfortable sharing with the group?
What have you struggled with the most regarding the Holy Spirit and speaking in tongues? (Either now or in the past.)
What is your biggest take away from this session?
Encourage everyone to give us semester feedback (click the link below):
PRAYER
(Encourage others to pray, gaining confidence in public prayer in a safe environment)
EXAMPLE PRAYER: Heavenly Father, thank you for this opportunity to grow together and learn about the Holy Spirit. May we consider this week your heart as to why you gave Him to us, to help us fulfill our assignments. May we hear you in the soft whisper in our hearts, helping us to develop healthy attachment, that we may become all you intend us to be, in faith and confidence. All for your kingdom, precious Jesus. We love you. Amen.