November 8 - Middle School
What we’re learning this week:
Jacob is one of the most important figures of the Old Testament; in fact, God Himself is often described as the “God of Jacob”. When we explore Jacob’s story and discover that this influential figure had his fair share of mistakes, we will be reminded that God can use anyone.
Picture this: your brother vowed that he was going to kill you and you ran away from your family… 20 years pass, and you prepare to see your brother for the first time since he made that promise. As we continue the story of Jacob, we will look at what Jacob did in his fear and worry and learn what we should do in ours!
Bottom Line: In your worry, hold on to God and let go of control.
Scripture: Genesis 32:1-12, 33 / 1 Peter 5:7
Small Group Discussion
Series Key Verse: "I am with you and will watch over you wherever you go, and I will bring you back to this land. I will not leave you until I have done what I have promised you." Genesis 28:15
Go over key verse for the series
Choose 2-3 questions below to discuss
Share prayer requests
Close the time in prayer
Jacob was filled with worry and distress about seeing his brother again: Is there anything you would say you are worried and distressed about right now?
One of the ways to handle worry is to hold on to God: Do you have any practical things you have done that help you embrace God during times of worry?
One of the ways to handle worry is to let go of control: What’s the difference between being prepared for difficult situations and holding onto control?
What are some of the ways we tend to control situations that make us worried or fearful?
What can we do as a group to remind each other that God is with us in stressful situations?
Extra Info
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