Full Send | Wk 3: Choose Discipline

What would happen if we went all-in on our God-given purpose? Full Send invites students to fight apathy, commit to discipline, build resilience, and stay connected to God, the True Source, as they whole-heartedly pursue their God-given purpose. The teenage years are a unique period of time. Teens are discovering new levels of independence, forming their identities, navigating friendships, and considering what to do with their interests and passions. What a gift from God! Teenage brains are literally wired in a way they will never be wired again—wired for play, possibility, and pursuit. These are prime years for getting a headstart on changing the world and forming a Jesus-worldview.

This series challenges students to call to life any parts of their purpose they've muted or ignored—whether for fear of being seen trying, lack of self-discipline, being derailed by painful setbacks, or finding themselves addicted to the inescapable cheap dopamine that seems to be everywhere these days.

BOTTOM LINE
Choose Discipline

SCRIPTURE
John 10:10 "The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.”

• Small Group Questions

  TAKE ATTENDANCE & INTRODUCE YOURSELF (If anyone is new)

  FOR FUN: Take some time to catch up. Ask your students – For those who were here last week, did anyone take a step to choose action over apathy? (Apathy over Action)
  
  DISCUSS THIS:
  
  1. The lesson mentioned how features like "infinite scroll" and cheap dopamine hits trick our brains into chasing quick, temporary rewards. What is one app, habit, or snack that steals way more of your time or attention than you intend?

  2. Does knowing your brain is "under construction" make you feel better about your struggles with discipline, or does it feel like an excuse? Why?

  3. In Romans 7, Paul writes, "I do not do the good I want, but the evil I do not want is what I keep on doing." How does it feel to know that even major figures in the Bible struggled with self-control and doing what they knew was right?

  4. We often view discipline as a punishment, but Hebrews 12:11 says it eventually yields a "harvest of righteousness and peace." What is an area in your life (school, sports, faith, hobbies) where you’ve endured uncomfortable discipline and actually seen a positive payoff?

  5. The message talked about building "micro-strength"—making thousands of small daily choices to say "yes" to God and "no" to distractions. What is one small, everyday choice that feels minor now but could build serious spiritual muscle over time?

  6. READ Galatians 5:22–23 | It tells us that self-control is a fruit of the Spirit, not just something we force with willpower. What is the difference between trying to "be more disciplined" on your own versus asking the Holy Spirit to change your desires?

  7. The challenge this week is to trade 15 minutes of a dopamine-chasing habit (scrolling, gaming) for a life-giving one (reading Scripture, praying, working out, or helping at home). What specific trade are you going to make this week, and how can this group help keep you accountable?
  
  FOLLOW UP / PRAY REQUESTS