Chasing Carrots – Fame
Welcome to a New LifeGroup Session!Before we jump into our study, let’s take a moment to remember that there are THREE things we want to see happen every time our LifeGroups gather:- Movement towards Each Other- Movement towards God- Movement towards our CommunityOur questions follow this same format. All of the questions are designed towards movement. We hope you enjoy your time together in your LifeGroup.**Remember, our goal is to deepen our relationship with Jesus and each other. Use the questions that are help and skip the rest.CURRENT SERIES: Chasing CarrotsWhat really makes for a happy life? A dream job, a bigger house, or a new relationship? If you’re always hungry for the next big thing, but frustrated because it never seems to satisfy, you might be Chasing Carrots. It’s time to hop off the treadmill and chase after something real. This five-week series is about the things people commonly chase after that only bring fleeting happiness, fulfillment, or validation.Last Week: Take some time this week and read Luke 12:15-21 and answer these questions:Where is your treasure? How would your friends answer that about you?Two Weeks Ago:We have a FUSION class starting Sunday April 11, 9am on campus called: LifeStyle Evangelism – Don’t Read the Menu. If you have ever been nervous about sharing your faith, we would encourage you to sign up at gracepointkitsap.info/fusionKey Verse:“He must increase, but I must decrease.”” John 3:30Movement Towards Each Other (know the people in your group)What celebrity looks most like you?Movement Towards God (grow in your relationship with God)Have you ever met a celebrity? Who was it?Have you ever had your 15 minutes of fame?If you had to be famous for something, what would it be?What makes a person famous?Why do people seek recognition?Read John 3:22-30What was the concern of John’s disciples?How did John respond to it?Read Isaiah 14:13-14What was lucifer’s big problem?Why was that a big deal?Read 2 Corinthians 5:20How do you respond when other people get recognized over you?What if it is something that you did but they are taking the credit?What is your motivation for doing things in life?Read John 3:30Do you know any people who live that out in their daily life?Do you know any people who talk about themselves a lot?What is the difference between the two?Read 1 Thessalonians 2:4Where do we get our approval?Where should we get our approval?Why does that matter?Movement Towards Community (they see the change in you)Go this whole week and don’t take any credit for anything. Let your words and actions point people back to God.Checking In Each Time We Meet:SPIRITUAL GOALNAME OF PLUS ONEPRAYER REQUESTS]]>