When we feel hopeless, it's really easy to play into the lie that we will always be hopeless.
Talking Points:
- When we feel hopeless, it’s easy to play into the lie that we will always be hopeless. It can trick us into making choices that only makes our lives worse.
- Believing this lie can make us want to sabotage ourselves. We might turn to bad things to try and numb the pain. This causes even more harm and it’s a cycle that is hard to escape.
- The good news is we are made new in Christ. The Bible says that when we come to Jesus, he makes us new people. 2 Corinthians 5:17, Ezekiel 36:26-27
Discussion:
- Initial reactions to this topic? What jumped out at you?
- Can you relate to the sentiment that you can’t ever really change? Explain.
- Why is true change hard to bring about? What are obstacles that stop you from making true change?
- What are some other common ways people self-sabotage when they feel worthless and hopeless? How have you self-sabotaged in the past?
- Read 2 Corinthians 5:17. What does this verse say about our ability to change? Why is it significant that we are new creations in Christ?
- Read Ezekiel 36:26-27. What does this passage say about our ability to change? How does the Holy Spirit help us?
- Read Titus 3:4-7. This passage says we have a new birth in Christ. How should you view your past failings in light of these verses?
- Moving forward, how should you look at your past? What will you do with your feelings of shame and hopelessness?
- Is there a step you need to take based on today’s topic?
Based on the book Search for Significance by Robert McGee
