Life Groups Curriculum

Life is a journey shaped by the encounters we experience along the way; moments that challenge us, alter our trajectory, and redefine who we are.

Throughout this 10-week study, we will explore the life-changing encounters recorded throughout Scripture. From Moses at the burning bush to the disciples on the Road to Emmaus, we will see how God meets real people in real situations. We will discover how their doubts, fears, failures, and thirst mirror our own walks today. Most importantly, we will learn that God is not just a figure of history; He is actively seeking to encounter us where we are right now.

"The God Who Desires to Be Known"

Week 1 | September 27

• Focus Scripture: Exodus 3:1–15

• Supporting Scriptures: 

  Jeremiah 29:13, James 4:8, Hebrews 11:6, Psalm 27:8

• Memory Verse: Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you.” — James 4:8

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• Key Points:

   - God often meets people in ordinary places
   - God calls us by name

  
   - Encounters reveal God’s character

   - Holy moments require a response

• Discussion Questions:

   - Where have you experienced God unexpectedly?
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  What keeps people from seeking God?

   - What invitation is God extending to you today?

   - How did Moses respond to God’s presence?

• Weekly Challenge: Spend 15 minutes each day in quiet prayer asking, “Lord, reveal Yourself to me.”

• Focus Scripture: Genesis 32:22–32

• Supporting Scriptures: 2 Corinthians 5:17, Isaiah 43:1, Romans 8:15–17, Ephesians 2:10

• Memory Verse: “If anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation.” — 2 Corinthians 5:17
  

• Key Points:

   - Encounters expose our weaknesses
   - God gives us a new identity

  
   - Transformation often comes through surrender

   - God blesses those who refuse to let go

• Discussion Questions:

   - What labels have you carried?
   - How has God changed your identity?

   - What does it mean to live as God’s child?

   - What needs to be surrendered?

• Weekly Challenge: Write a declaration of who God says you are using Scripture.

"Encounter Through the Holy Spirit"

Week 3 | October 11

• Focus Scripture: Acts 2:1–21
• Supporting Scriptures: Acts 1:8, John 14:16–17, Galatians 5:22–23, Romans 8:11
• Memory Verse: “You shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you.” — Acts 1:8
• Key Points:
   - The Holy Spirit empowers believers
   - God’s presence produces boldness
   - Spiritual gifts are given to serve others
   - The Spirit transforms daily living
• Discussion Questions:
   - What changed in the disciples after Pentecost?
   - How does the Holy Spirit guide believers today?
   - What gifts has God given you?
   - How can you become more sensitive to His leading?
• Weekly Challenge: Pray each morning: “Holy Spirit, lead me today.”

• Focus Scripture: John 20:24–29

• Supporting Scriptures: Jude 1:22, Mark 9:24, Proverbs 3:5–6, Psalm 34:8
• Memory Verse: “Blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed.” — John 20:29
• Key Points:
   - Honest doubt can lead to deeper faith.
   - Jesus meets us in our uncertainty rather than rejecting us.
   - Faith is rooted in the truth of Christ, not perfect understanding.
   - Jesus invites us to examine the evidence and trust Him.
• Discussion Questions:
   - What questions have you been hesitant to bring to God?
   - How has God strengthened your faith through uncertainty?
   - What does it mean to trust Jesus even when you cannot see everything clearly?
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  How can we support others who are wrestling with doubt?

• Weekly Challenge: Write down your honest questions in a journal and present them openly to God in prayer this week.

"Jesus Gives New Beginnings"

Week 5 | October 25

• Focus Scripture: John 21:15–19

• Supporting Scriptures: Lamentations 3:22–23, Psalm 103:12, Micah 7:18–19, Romans 8:1

• Memory Verse: “His mercies are new every morning; great is Your faithfulness.” — Lamentations 3:23

• Key Points:

   - Past failures do not define your future in God.

  
   - Jesus responds to our shortcomings with restoration, not condemnation.
   - God's grace recommissions us for His purpose
   - True restoration leads to active service.

• Discussion Questions:

   - Is there an area where you need to receive Christ's forgiveness?

  
   - How has God used past failures to shape your faith?

  
   - Where is Jesus inviting you to serve Him today?
   - How can you extend restoring grace to others?

• Weekly Challenge: Identify one past regret, surrender it to God, and step into one action of service this week.