This guide is designed to help your group create a space for genuine connection and conversation within your discussion time. Don't feel pressured to address every question each week. Instead, allow the Holy Spirit to guide you as you lead your group in uncovering what God intends to communicate during your time together.

This guide comprises three sections: Loving, Learning, and Living. Each section aims to steer your conversation towards meaningful discussions about spiritual growth as individuals and as members of the body of Christ.

First moments together as a group to connect and pray (approx. 10-15 min).

• How have you seen God at work in your life since the last time we met?
• What has been one high and one low since the last time we met?
• How did you do with living out what we talked about last time we met?

Open with prayer and invite God to be part of your conversation and relationship.

The majority of the group discussion is devoted to open dialogue, reflecting on God’s Word and its personal application to each of our lives (approx. 60-75 min).

Scripture References from Message: John 10:10-11; Psalm 23
Big Idea from Message: If Jesus gave you life, why leave others in the dark.

In John 10:10, Jesus contrasts His purpose with the enemy’s purpose. He says He came to bring us life to the full. When you think about “abundant life,” what comes to mind? What are the characteristics of “abundant life” that Jesus is talking about?

Psalm 23 beautifully describes God as our Shepherd who provides, guides, and protects. Which verse in Psalm 23 resonates with you most right now, and why? How does seeing God as a Shepherd change the way you approach your daily worries or responsibilities?

What does the “thief” steal, kill, or destroy in our lives today? How can staying close to Jesus as our Shepherd protect us from these things?

Read Ezekiel 34:11-16 together as a group. Aligning with John 10:10 and Psalm 23, God is seen as the Shepherd who seeks, rescues, heals, and cares for His people. How does it impact your view of God to know that He actively searches for and cares for you when you wander, feel weak, or are hurt? How might this truth help you trust Him with the areas of your life where you feel lost or overwhelmed right now?

What valleys are you walking through right now? How does knowing that God is with you bring peace, courage, or hope in those valleys?

The challenge for the week ahead is to grow in our faith and lovingly hold each other accountable through the community.

This week, read Psalm 23 every morning before you start your day. As you read, choose one phrase or verse that stands out to you and pray it back to God, asking Him to help you live in the fullness of life Jesus offers as your Good Shepherd.

Then, keep that verse in front of you throughout the day – on your phone lock screen, a sticky note at your desk, or a note in your car – as a constant reminder of His shepherding care and presence with you.