• Sermon Series Name: Grow
• Message Title: Faithfulness
• Short Summary: In this message Pastor Rodney Elliott explores the challenging yet rewarding fruit of faithfulness, emphasizing that true faithfulness is a supernatural fruit produced by the Holy Spirit. Through the story of Daniel and examples from our church family, we learn that faithfulness is built on strong character, strengthened through consistency, and requires bold courage. It is a call to live a life that is not about us but about God and others.

Icebreaker Question

• If you could plant one thing that would grow and flourish for the next 150 years, what would it be and why?

Review of the Previous Week’s "I Will" Statement

• "I will confess and turn away from anything but Jesus to give me joy."  In what ways did you experience God's presence or guidance as you worked on your "I Will" statement?

Five Discussion Questions (Core Focus)

1. Reflecting on Faithfulness:
   • Question: How does the story of Daniel inspire you to live a life of faithfulness?
   • Context: Daniel's unwavering faithfulness, even in the face of the lion's den, is a powerful example.
   • Life Application: Consider areas in your life where you can demonstrate faithfulness, even when it's challenging.
2. Character and Faithfulness:
   • Question: Describe a time when your character was tested. How did you respond, and what did you learn?
   • Context: Daniel's strong character was evident in his consistent integrity and trustworthiness.
   • Life Application: Identify ways to strengthen your character in daily life, ensuring it aligns with your faith.
3. Consistency in Faith:
   • Question: What daily practices help you remain consistent in your faith journey?
   • Context: Daniel's habit of praying three times a day was a cornerstone of his faithfulness.
   • Life Application: Develop a plan to incorporate consistent spiritual practices into your routine.
4. Courage in Faithfulness:
   • Question: Share an experience where you needed courage to remain faithful. What was the outcome?
   • Context: Daniel's courage to continue praying despite the decree showed his deep trust in God.
   • Life Application: Pray for boldness to stand firm in your faith, even when it requires courage.
5. Faithfulness in Community:
   • Question: How can we as a group support each other in growing the fruit of faithfulness?
   • Context: Rodney's message highlighted the importance of community in nurturing faithfulness.
   • Life Application: Commit to specific actions that encourage and support one another in faith.

This Week’s "I Will" Statement

• I will be courageous and tell someone what I will do consistently to grow in faithfulness.

Prayer Prompts

1. Prayer Requests: Invite group members to share any personal prayer requests.
2. Pray for Faithfulness: Ask God to help each member grow in faithfulness, building strong character, consistency, and courage.
3. Pray for Community Support: Pray for the group to be a source of encouragement and support in each other's faith journeys.

Rewatch the Message

• For further reflection, you can rewatch the message at www.pathwaychurch.com/messages.