What if :: What if God wants you to make wrong things right?
So much art is made by repurposing broken or discarded materials to create something brand new. This week, we'll hear the story of when Paul and Silas were in prison, and an earthquake opened the doors to their prison cell. Their decisions during this unique situation inspire us to think, what if God wants you to make wrong things right?
BIBLE: Acts 16:16–34, Revelation 22:12–14, Romans 12:18
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What's the silliest argument you have gotten into with someone?
How do you tell the difference between things we shouldn't let get to us and things that require us to speak up and take action?
How have you experienced conflict making things better?
What's something in the story of Paul and Silas that surprised you? Why?
Read Romans 12:18. What sticks out to you about this verse? How does it help you know what your role is and isn't when it comes to peace, conflict, and challenging circumstances?
Today, what's one step you will take toward helping make wrong things right?
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What's the silliest argument you have gotten into with someone?
Is it easier for you to address conflict when you are directly involved or when you are speaking up from someone else?
How do you tell the difference between things we shouldn't let get to us and things that require us to speak up and take action?
How have you experienced conflict making things better?
What's something in the story of Paul and Silas that surprised you? Why?
Who do you relate with in this story? Paul? Silas? The jailer? The prisoners? Why? What do you think they were feeling at different parts of the story?
What does this passage in Revelation tell us about God's character? Does any of it challenge your
understanding of who God is?
Who can you count on to help you reframe and get perspective on a difficult situation?
Read Romans 12:18. What sticks out to you about this verse? How does it help you know what your role is and isn't when it comes to peace, conflict, and challenging circumstances?
Today, what's one step you will take toward helping make wrong things right?