September 8th, 2024

1.) What does it mean to "thank the Lord at all times"? How can we practice this in both times of joy and times of hardship?

2.) Psalm 118 emphasizes trusting in the Lord during crises. Can you share a time when you found it hard to trust in God? What helped you regain your trust in Him?

3.) The psalm repeats that God's steadfast love endures forever. How does this challenge the false idea that God's love for us fluctuates based on our performance?

4.) How does reflecting on the cross assure us of God’s unchanging love? What practical ways can we remind ourselves of this truth when we doubt?

5.) What ways have you seen God strip away your self-reliance during times of crisis? How has this deepened your dependence on Him?

6.) When you struggle to exalt God for the blessings He has given you, how can recounting your blessings in prayer or journaling help shift your focus? Share a few blessings the Lord has provided to you. 

7.) Jesus is described as the stone the builders rejected, now the cornerstone. How does this truth impact your understanding of Christ’s role in your life and in the church?