Jim Wichelman, Executive Director and Elder at Discovery Fellowship Church, shares insights from the life of Samson in this thought-provoking message. While Samson was chosen by God to deliver Israel, his flaws and poor choices often overshadowed his potential. Jim unpacks how God worked through Samson’s imperfections to accomplish His purposes and how this story challenges us to live faithfully, seek God’s will, and trust Him to use us despite our shortcomings.

🎯 Discussion Questions for Small Groups:

1. How does Samson’s story challenge the way you view success and failure in your own life?
2. What are some areas where you feel God has stirred your heart to take action?
3. How does Samson’s life remind us of the importance of humility and reliance on God?
4. In what ways can you point others to God through your own actions and choices?
5. How can you trust God to use you despite your own flaws and limitations?

In part 2 of the "Goodbye Yesterday" series, Pastor Nathan Webb focuses on how our identity in Christ drives the actions of a follower of Jesus. This message challenges us to grow as disciples, make disciples, and live out our faith within the body of Christ. Pastor Nathan reminds us that good works are the result of faith, not the means to earn God’s favor, and offers practical steps for living a life that reflects Jesus in every aspect.

🎯 Discussion Questions for Small Groups:

1. What does it mean to you that good works flow from faith, not as a means of earning salvation?
2. How are you actively growing as a disciple of Jesus? What areas do you feel challenged to grow in?
3. What steps can you take to disciple others and encourage their faith journey?
4. How does being part of the body of Christ challenge or encourage you in your faith?
5. How can you ensure that your actions reflect the love and grace of Jesus to those around you?

In the first message of the "Goodbye Yesterday" series, Pastor Matt Braggins reminds us of the powerful truth that when we are in Christ, we are made new. Drawing from passages like Ephesians 2 and 2 Corinthians 5, Pastor Matt explains what it means to be God’s masterpiece, a member of His family, and a temple of the Holy Spirit.

This message challenges us to leave behind the labels, shame, and brokenness of the past and step into the new identity and purpose God has given us. If you’re ready to move forward in faith, this teaching will encourage and equip you to do just that.

🎯 Discussion Questions for Small Groups:

1. What does it mean to you that you are God’s masterpiece, created in Christ Jesus?
2. How does being part of God’s family change the way you see yourself and others?
3. In what ways are you living as a temple of the Holy Spirit? Are there areas where you struggle to reflect God’s holiness?
4. What parts of your past do you need to say goodbye to so you can embrace your identity in Christ?
5. How can you live more confidently in your identity as a new creation this week?