Group Discussion Guide

Message Details

• Sermon Series Name: Start Strong
• Message Title: Build Your Year on What Lasts
• Short Summary: This message challenges us to build our lives on the unshakeable foundation of God's Word. It addresses common misconceptions about the Bible's reliability and encourages us to trust in its divine inspiration and historical accuracy. By doing so, we can experience transformation and guidance in our daily lives.

Icebreaker Question

• If you could have a conversation with any historical figure, who would it be and why? How do you think their perspective might change your view on life?

Five Discussion Questions (Core Focus)

1. Reflecting on the Message:
   • The message emphasized the reliability of the Bible. How has your view of the Bible's trustworthiness changed after hearing this message? What specific evidence or point stood out to you?
   • Context: The message highlighted the historical and archaeological evidence supporting the Bible's accuracy.
   • Life Application: Consider how this newfound trust might influence your daily reading and application of Scripture.
2. Personal Experience with Scripture:
   • Share a time when a specific Bible verse or story significantly impacted your life. How did it guide or comfort you during that period?
   • Context: The message encouraged building our lives on the Bible's foundation.
   • Life Application: Reflect on how you can seek out Scripture for guidance in current life situations.
3. Struggles with Trust:
   • Describe a time when you struggled to trust the Bible or God's promises. What emotions did you experience, and how did you work through those doubts?
   • Context: The message addressed common lies about the Bible's reliability.
   • Life Application: Identify areas in your life where you need to reinforce your trust in God's Word.
4. The Role of Feelings vs. Scripture:
   • How do you balance your feelings with the truths found in Scripture? Can you recall a situation where your feelings contradicted what the Bible teaches?
   • Context: The message warned against relying solely on feelings as a guide.
   • Life Application: Develop a plan to consult Scripture when making decisions or facing challenges.
5. Commitment to Scripture:
   • What steps can you take to deepen your engagement with the Bible this year? How can the group support you in this commitment?
   • Context: The message encouraged starting a daily devotion.
   • Life Application: Set a specific time and place for your daily Bible reading and share it with the group for accountability.

This Week’s "I Will" Statement

• I will start a daily devotion in the next 48 hours. One way you could consider doing this is subscribing to the Pathway Church Daily Devotion. Receive it in your email inbox every morning.

Prayer Prompts

1. Prayer Requests: Invite group members to share any personal prayer requests they have.
2. Trust in Scripture: Pray for a deeper trust in the Bible's reliability and for the Holy Spirit to illuminate its truths in our lives.
3. Commitment to Devotion: Pray for the discipline and desire to engage with God's Word daily, allowing it to transform and guide us.

Rewatch the Message

• For those who want to revisit the message, you can watch it again at www.pathwaychurch.com/messages.