Below is a summary of the week and some questions to ask in your Tribe. Feel free to use any of the resources at the bottom too! The idea is that we are growing in our connection with God.
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Last week we learned about the Thankful Soul in our current series called Summer Playlist. This week we turned to Psalms for wisdom regarding the Confused Soul. We often get confused during times of temptation because we want to decipher between what is right or the best solution and what is enjoyable and satisfying in the moment.
KEY SCRIPTURE
Psalms 103:1-2 (NIV)
KEY POINTS
Steps to walk out of confusion into wisdom
1. Choose your friends wisely (Psalms 1:1)
Who you surround yourself with will influence your personal choices, so make sure your friends have righteous mindsets. It is difficult to do the right thing when your friends' hobbies and actions guide you in ungodly ways.
2. Choose your confidence carefully (Psalms 14:1-2)
Not only do you need to be cautious about having right-minded friends, but you also need to ensure you take advice from wise individuals. Consider the lifestyle or success of their decisions and see if what they advise you to do has worked out well for them or others.
3. Choose your commitments prayerfully (Psalms 37:5-7)
When you commit your way to the Lord, trust in Him, and wait patiently for Him in prayer, He takes action in your life and works things out better than you expect.
4. Choose your path thoughtfully (Psalms 73:16-18)
Sometimes you won't understand how things are going to work out. This is the time for reflecting with God - enter His sanctuary - and the focus will align for you to understand things better.
5. Choose your generosity intentionally (Psalms 112:1-5)
Be intentional about being generous. Think of ways to do so. Conduct your financial affairs justly and see unique ways that blessings abound.
Understanding how to make good decisions can be confusing and stressful, but in times of uncertainty and lack of clarity, God is near.
We pray that you are encouraged by your connection with God and others. Our prayer is that you will receive clarity as you continue allowing God to be your guide.
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1. Can you recall a time when a friend gave you bad advice? How would you do that differently now?
2. What situations are you having a hard time letting God handle? How can you give God control?