Summer at the Movies - Unbroken Small Group

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Summer at the Movies - Unbroken

Small Group Questions Brett Glanzmann July 12, 2015- 1528

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Who is someone in history you look up to as a hero? What is so special about his or her story?

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“Be strong and courageous, for you are the one who will lead these people to possess all the land I swore to their ancestors I would give them.” Joshua 1:6 (NLT) “Patient

endurance is what you need now, so that you will continue to do God’s will. Then you will receive all that he has promised.”

2. How did your family of origin value strength and independence? How was it demonstrated? 3. King David once committed adultery and had the husband of the woman murdered. The prophet Nathan confronted David with his sin. Read 2 Samuel 12:1-13. What do you think went through David’s mind when Nathan said “You are the man”?

Hebrews 10:36 (NLT)

4. Why do you think David so quickly confessed to his sin? Do you believe his confession was genuine? With God

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“A final word: Be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power.” Ephesians 6:10 (NLT)

“The LORD is my strength and shield. I trust him with all my heart. He helps me, and my heart is filled with joy. I burst out in songs of thanksgiving.” Psalm 28:7 (NLT)

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“God blesses those who are poor and realize their need for him, for the Kingdom of Heaven is theirs.” Matthew 5:3 (NLT) God turns

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“The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit; a broken and contrite heart, O God, you will not despise.” Psalm 51:17 (NLT) “You have turned my mourning into joyful dancing. You have taken away my clothes of mourning and clothed me with joy, that I might sing praises to you and not be silent. O LORD my God, I will give you thanks forever!” Psalm 30:11-12 (NLT)

5. In response to this incident, David penned Psalm 51. Take turns reading the entire Psalm aloud. In one word, what is the tone of David’s response? 6. Since David’s sin deeply affected others, what is the meaning of verse 4? 7. Do you think verse 5 is an excuse, or is it an important part of genuine confession? Explain. 8. Read verse 17 again. Why do you think God values brokenness so much? 9. In what ways do you think a lack of brokenness keeps us from connecting with God? 10. Do you ever tend to hide your brokenness from yourself, others, and God? 11. Is there something in your life right now that is breaking you? Consider sharing it with your group so they can pray for you. 12. Have someone read Psalm 34:18. Spend some time together thanking God for this reality.