Discussion Questions

How would you describe the difference between the world's joy and Christian joy? When have you experienced this difference in your own life?
The sermon suggests that if Christians lack joy, it may be because something is "obstructing our view" of Jesus. What tends to obstruct your view of Christ?
Of the three paths to joy (seeing the Son, asking the Father, facing the hour), which one do you find most challenging and why?
How has going through a difficult "hour" in your life ultimately led to deeper joy in Christ?

Prayer Points

Ask the Lord to grow you into a person of more profound joy in him.
Ask him to show you how he’s working amidst your trials

Reach One
As we continue to grow as Thoughtful Witnesses, we’re inviting everyone to “reach one” person that’s far from God by praying for them by name daily and engaging them in some way monthly (see the page below for ideas). To help encourage one another in this season, we’re asking each Community Group to discuss the following questions at least monthly.

How can we pray for your “one”? How are you hoping to engage your “one” this month?