DIG IN QUESTIONS

In light of this week's message, we encourage you to consider these questions and dig in a little deeper with your personal study, with your family, or with your small group.

1. Have you ever been in a trial or in a season of suffering that made you question, “Where are you God?” Ever felt like all happiness and joy was just zapped out of your life? Briefly share what happened.

2. How would you define joy? Give an example of what you think of when you think of being full of joy and the opposite of joy.

3. Read James 1:1-4, 12. Look for Purpose, Promises, Perspective in Pain. What stood out to you? Do you think joy is possible in pain? Why or why not?

4. C.S Lewis said, “God whispers to us in our pleasures, speaks in our conscience, but shouts in our pains: it is His megaphone to rouse a deaf world.” Do you believe that statement it true? Why would this possibly bring joy even in our pain?

5. Read Hebrews 12:1-3. How would fixing your eyes on Jesus, focusing on purpose, promises, and perspective change how you are feeling in your trials right now or in the future? Spend some time praying for one another and whatever trials they are going through.