SOAR Discussion Questions  |  5 January 2020

The beginning of a new year invites us to pause for reflection. It’s a great time to take stock of the year that has passed and look ahead into 2020. Come join us as we explore what the Bible says about how our life can flourish as we use our time, direct our life and build our relationships the way God intended it.

Psalm 1, 116

• What is the key message of this passage? Explain why you think so?

• What does this passage tell us about God?

• Are there truths in this passage that contradicts your own thinking about God, self or the world?

Discuss one or more of the following questions:

• Describe what your idea of a blessed life looks like?
• ‘Bible reading should move from just a devotional practice to a lens through which we view life.’  Give a day-to-day concrete example where the Bible can be used this way in your life.
• When was the last time you took time out to reflect upon your life and to reevaluate how it is aligning with the Word of God?  Share with the group some of your reflections.
• What is one area in your life that you know is not aligned with God’s Word?  What is one thing you can do to move it in the right direction?
• ‘Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his faithful servants.’ Psalm 116:15.  This life is full of uncertainties.  Yet there is one thing that is assured – at some time in our lives we will die. With what lens do you look at death?   How ready are you to face death?

• Is there a truth that God wants you to obey?
• Is there someone you can share this message with?
• What is one thing you can do this week in obedience? (I will…)