Small Group Discussion

Key Takeaways:

1. FOCUS IT: Set your mind on things above
2. FUEL IT: Sleep well, eat right, move more
3. FRAME IT: Draw attention to God, not yourself
4. FLEX IT: Use your gifts to serve others

Discussion Questions:

1. We mention that people often drift without knowing. In what areas of your life have you found yourself drifting away from God’s intentions for your body?
2. How does the concept of your body being a “temple of the Holy Spirit” change your perspective on how you treat yourself?
3. We talked about “focusing” our bodies. What are some practical ways we can set our minds on things above rather than earthly things?
4. Discuss the importance of “fueling” our bodies. How might your sleep, eating, and exercise habits be affecting your spiritual life?
5. What does it mean to “frame” your body for God’s glory? How can we ensure we’re drawing attention to God rather than ourselves?
6. We emphasized service as a way to “flex” our spiritual muscles. What are some ways you can use your body to serve others this week?
7. How does the idea that you are “not your own” challenge or encourage you in your faith journey?

Practical Applications:

1. Sleep Challenge: Commit to getting 7-8 hours of sleep each night this week. Reflect on how it affects your spiritual life.
2. Media Fast: Choose one day this week to avoid all social media and instead spend that time in prayer or reading Scripture.
3. Service Project: As a group, plan a service activity where you can use your bodies to help others in your community.
4. Healthy Habit: Choose one area (sleep, diet, exercise) to improve this week as a way of honoring God with your body.
5. Reflection Exercise: Each day this week, ask yourself, “How am I using my body to draw attention to God rather than myself?”