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SPEAKER
Steve Hill
SCRIPTURE
2 Samuel 7
OUTLINE
4 Reasons God Says No:
- He has a bigger perspective.
- He has a better plan.
- He has a greater purpose.
- He sees my selfish motives.
What to do when God Says No:
- Trust that God does everything in goodness and love.
- When in pain, pray what Jesus prayed facing the cross.
- Affirm God’s power.
- Ask with passion.
- Accept God’s plan.
- Expect God to give his grace to handle the answer.
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS
- Describe a time you said “No” to a friend or family member’s request. Was it for his or her own good? Explain.
- Do you believe God’s plan is forced on you or you have a choice? Explain either way.
- Read 1 Peter 1:7 and 2 Corinthians 12:8-10 aloud in your group. Discuss a time when you received a No reply from God. How did it make you feel? How did if affect your relationship with Him?
- Pastor Steve said we need to trust the No answer from God. Discuss how this response can greatly strengthen your faith. Also discuss the potential for how receiving a No answer can weaken your faith.
NEXT STEP
- I will trust the No answer from God when I receive it.