INTRODUCTION
We’ve been lied to and stolen from. Our culture sends us a series of messages about how to find satisfaction in life. Most of these messages lead us to working a lot, staying busy, carrying a lot of stress, missing out on exercise, shallow relationships, poor nutrition, and feelings of emptiness. Jesus says there is a thief who tries to steal, kill, & destroy our lives. But Jesus actually wants to lead us toward a rich and satisfying life.
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS
- Who comes to mind as a figure in society that’s gotten very little out of their great potential? What about the reverse? Who has maxed out their potential that you admire?
- What’s your perception of people in this area’s financial health? Do you assume people are feeling the weight of debt and impatient financial decisions?
- How has the “you can have it now and pay for it later” idea impacted you personally?
- How do you think your pace of life is affecting your physical energy/health?
- How would you grade your current nutritional habits?
- How regularly are you exercising?
- How much do you typically sleep at night?
- How do you think it would improve your life to make an adjustment to your physical life?
- How can this group of people encourage you to make it happen?
CHANGING YOUR MIND
Don’t you realize that your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit, who lives in you and was given to you by God? You do not belong to yourself, for God bought you with a high price. So you must honor God with your body. 1 Corinthians 6:19-20