Finding Hope

Everyone knows what it feels like to gain and lose hope in life.  Finding hope is a look at how we can ultimately find our hope in a relationship with our creator. It is my goal to spark thought and discussion for those who watch it. Enjoy. This is a small group series I created for North Way Christian Community in Pittsburgh, PA.

 Finding Hope from Michael P Arnold on Vimeo.

Discussion 1

Read Psalms 130 and 131

·      When was the last time you were reminded that you were not ultimately in control?

·      How did you react?

·      Share a moment in your life when you had to wait on the Lord like in Psalm 130.

·      What happened?  Are you still waiting?

·      When is the last time you quieted your soul?  Describe the experience.

Discussion 2

Read Romans 5:1-8

·      How does this understanding of Christ’s love for us give us hope?

·      When has someone done something for you when you did not deserve it?  Hoe did you react?

·      What is the role of the Holy Spirit in this passage?  Where is our hope placed in this passage?

Discussion 3

Read 2 Corinthians 3:7-18

·      In what ways are followers of Jesus called to be bold?

·      How can you better reflect to Lord’s glory this week?

·      How can you continue to be transformed into his likeness?

Prayer

·      Confess the areas of your life where you have not reflected the glory of God.  Ask for forgiveness.

·      Ask God to transform a specific area of your life that needs to be changed.

·      Ask God to reveal a person this week with whom you can share the hope of Christ.