Opening Questions

• What stood out most to you from the daily Scripture readings this week? Did you learn anything new? Did you have questions? Did you gain insight to share with the group?

• What are your most vivid memories of playing hide and seek?

  -       Favorite version, location, playmates, etc.

  -       Best hiding spot

  -       Exceptionally good or bad experiences

Embracing Vulnerability

Consider Your Spiritual Journey:

• With which person from this week’s Scripture readings did you identify best?  Why?

• Do you identify more with experiences of growth through overwhelming beauty or terrible pain?  Explain.

Authenticity

• In what situations do you feel most vulnerable?

  • Places

  • Groups of People

  • Circumstances or Events

• What facade do you hide behind in these situations?

• What is your authentic self underneath that facade?

Next Best Step

God heals us by helping us to bring our wounds, weaknesses, and sins into the light of His love.  What area of your life might God be asking you to bring into the light of His love right now? How do you want to respond?  

What is the next best step, as far as you can see it?

 How can this group support you?  End your meeting in prayer for each other.