Group Notes | February 1

Get Fit: Trusting God for Your Future

Open:

Trusting our lives to things or situations occurs hundreds of time each day. What are some things you can think of that we trust in, usually without thought?

The past month we have been focused on getting fit in every area of our lives. This week we end this series as we encompass all we have learned in order to make our lives conform to the goal of living our lives with the purpose of bringing glory to our God.

Discuss:

1. Living our lives to bring God glory sounds impossible. Read Mark 10:27. What does this scripture tell us? What are some of the impossibilities that the Holy Spirit is implying?

2. Read Psalm 33:1-22. If we are to live our lives for God’s glory, what will this look like on a daily basis?

3. This Psalm tells us in verses 1-5 that we are to worship Him with all that we are. What are some reasons He is worthy of our worship?

4. In verses 6-9, the psalmist gives us a small picture of the greatness of God. If we worship Him because of what He has done, not only in creation and throughout history, but in our own lives, what are some things you can list?

5. Do you have goals that will line your life up with God’s purpose for you? Share some of them and tell what actions are you taking to make these goals realities?

6. Why did Richard Blackaby say “the primary purpose of spiritual leaders [or Christians] is not to achieve their goals but to accomplish God’s will”?

7. We would all agree that Christ is worthy of our trust. Re-read verses 18-22. What are some ways He shows Himself faithful? If He has been faithful in the past, what are some things we should trust Him with in the future?

8. What signals alert you to the possibility you may not be trusting Him?

Close:

God can do amazing things with us if we are willing, ready, and available to be used. We have to live our lives intentionally to accomplish His plans and purposes for us. As we break into small groups, discuss the possibilities that could occur if you set goals that you knew you could accomplish, knew that you would not fail, be willing to pay the price, and what you would be willing to sacrifice to attain them. Remember to discuss needs that might be met by the small groups meeting at the church, and especially remember to pray for those who are seeking God’s help, His glory, and His will in their lives.

Memory Verse: Psalm 33:20, 21: “Our soul waits for the Lord, He is our help and our shield. For our
heart shall rejoice in Him, because we have trusted in His holy name.” (NKJV)