READ “Neither this man nor his parents sinned,” Jesus said, “but this happened so that the works of God might be displayed in him” (John 9:3)

Nick Vujicic spent seven years wondering why he was born without limbs. There seemed to be no answer, until he read and understood John 9:3 and realized that God wanted to display his work in him.

DISCUSS Have you ever questioned God about something in your own life? Share with your group. (i.e. disappointments, family, relationships, etc.)

Can you think of a time when you saw God use something you once questioned Him about to do something great? Share with your group.

READ “Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. Put on the full armor of God so that you will be able to stand firm against the schemes of the devil.” (Ephesians 6:10-11) Unfortunately, the truth is that trying circumstances sometimes arise that are beyond our control. This scripture passage is a great encouragement to equip ourselves to stand firm against those hard and challenging times.

DISCUSS What practical thing(s) can you do to “stand firm against the schemes of the devil” as mentioned in the passage above? Share ONE with your group. (i.e. Pray often, daily devotions, memorize scripture, ask friends for prayer, etc.)

This study guide will help us turn what God is saying to us into action steps. The discussion questions and scriptures are here to help us take our “Next Steps.” Have a great discussion!

Small group curriculum based on a special message by worldwide Christian evangelist

NICK VUJICIC

READ “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” (Jeremiah 29:11) Jeremiah 29:11 gives us a clear promise that God not only has plans for our lives, but that He has plans for good that will prosper us and give us hope for the future - even if it may not seem so in the present.

DISCUSS Have you ever struggled with understanding/accepting God’s plan for your life? Share with your group.

In what ways do you think you have “tapped into God’s eternal purpose for your life?” Share with your group.

WHAT WILL YOU DO? As we begin a brand new year, it’s important that we learn to trust God’s plan for our lives, stand firm on His word when the going gets tough, and make it a goal to learn and live according to our God-given purpose!

This week commit to the following things:

- Pray and ask God for faith and trust in our lives (even the things we don’t understand)

- Memorize the scripture, Jeremiah 29:11 “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”

- Pray about inviting a friend to church next Sunday and join us as we kick off our next series, Let It Go!