Small Group Resources

Ice Breaker if Needed

What is the most creative or funny use of duct tape you have done or seen?

Read Ephesians 4:17-24. What two ways of living are contrasted in these verses? List the differences. Re-read verse 21. Which word signals a crucial difference between Gentiles and the followers of Christ? Which way of living contrasted in these verses is life-giving? Where does your attitude originate?

What is gratitude? How do you tend to express gratitude? What is the biggest challenge when cultivating an attitude of gratitude? How does gratitude shift or impact how you see your spouse or other important people in your life? Read Proverbs 17:22. What does cheerfulness have to do with gratitude?

Within your marriage or other relationships, you can identify yourself as a Recipient, a Participant, or a Contributor. What happens in marriage if contribution is weak or non-existent? What falls through the cracks? An attitude of contribution requires action. What kind of action? Read Philippians 2:5-6. In what type of relationships should we apply these verses? What is the mindset of Christ?

What should you do if you realize you have a horrible attitude toward a spouse, friend, or family member? How can prayer help? What would happen to your attitude if you made a few small adjustments aimed at identifying gratitude? Are there disappointments and hurts you need to deal with? What do you need to own? Are you sowing life as described in Philippians 2:5-6? Re-visit Ephesians 4:17-24. You have heard of Christ Jesus. Does your life show it?

Read Ephesians 4:25-32. What is Jesus’ attitude toward your spouse? Your key relationships? What is His attitude toward you?