From the account of a desperate Canaanite woman in Matthew 15, Pastor Dan Kromidas shared how this story highlights the importance of facing our limitations and trusting in God's grace during challenging times. He spoke on how the woman’s unwavering faith and humility lead to her daughter's healing, demonstrating that God’s mercy is available to all, regardless of their past. Ultimately, Pastor Dan emphasized that overcoming life's hardships requires a deep reliance on Jesus, who is our overflowing source of strength and hope.

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• Describe the woman in this story. What do we know about her background and her circumstances?

• What is Jesus’ initial response to her request and how does the women respond? What is the result?

• What do we learn about God’s character from this encounter?

• Can you think of a time in your life when you felt overwhelmed? How does facing your limitations provide an invitation for Jesus?

• Have you ever experienced a time when you felt like God was silent in your life? What does our response in these moments say about our understanding of who God is?

• How does understanding that we are all unworthy but still loved by Jesus change the way you view your relationship with God?

• Are you experiencing a time of feeling overwhelmed or a time when you feel God is silent? What do you need in order to remain faithful and how will you respond?

• What steps will you take now in order to remain faithful and aware of God’s presence during future uncertain circumstances?

• Spend time thanking God for His love, continual provision and mercy.

• Pray for those who are facing overwhelming challenges in their lives.

• Ask God to increase your faith in areas where you struggle.

“Why not wager your life on God's goodness.” Spend time this week diving into scripture that teaches us about God’s goodness. Consider: Psalm 23:6, Psalm 34:8, Psalm 119:68, Psalm 136, Romans 8:28, Philippians 4:19, 1 Thessalonians 5:23, 24, James 1:17

• What do you learn about God from these scriptures?

• What does this truth mean to you personally in your faith walk right now?

• Choose a verse to memorize.

• Choose a Group Night to take Communion Together and Discuss the Spiritual Growth Assessment around a Shared Meal - CLICK TO VIEW DISCUSSION GUIDE

• Choose a Group Night and pray for your community.

• WHOS MY NEIGHBOR GUIDE: This guide has been created to provide practical ways to love your neighbors and be a light in your community.

• Use Community Resource Guides to locate an organization to serve in your city: Click Leader Resource Link & Locate Financial Section.