Small Group Questions - 07/06/25

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Lean In:

Share about a time when you won something (sports, academics, job promotion, etc)

Look Out:

What are the most common views of Jesus from world religions and current American culture that you see influencing people’s life the most?

Look Down: READ Colossians 1

Look In: How to Develop a Staying Faith that Continues with Christ:
Stand GROUNDED on Jesus

Re-read Colossians 1:17-18 - What specifically stands out about Jesus in these verses?
How would you describe Jesus’ role in your everyday life?
How can you tell the difference between a true and a false religion from their view of Jesus? Give examples.
How do false views differ from the Biblical view of Jesus?
In what ways can you ensure Jesus has first place in your life?

Stay GROWING in Jesus

Re-read Colossians 1:9-11 - What stands out in these verses?
How have the best relationships in your life grown?
What qualities exist in your healthiest earthly relationships?
Would you say that your relationship with Jesus has the same healthy and growth qualities that exist in your earthly relationships?
What things keep you from growing in your relationship with Jesus?
Share practical things you can do to strengthen your relationship with Jesus?

Start GRASPING to Jesus

Re-read Colossians 1:24-27 - What stands out in these verses?
How would you describe what it means to have a STAYING faith?
Based on personal observation and/or experience, what are some of the reasons why someone has walked away from their faith?
Have you ever been tempted to “quit” on your walk with God? Share about that.
Share practical ways to build endurance in your faith by “grasping to Jesus”?

Look Ahead:
Click Here for the Weekly Devotions: "Colossians: Alive in Christ"