Sunday 31 July
Old Not Dead
Alan Aitken
Al ask us all the question: How am I living for God in the years I have left? He discusses principles that are relevant to following Jesus through all stages of life and encourages us to keep our focus on God whatever happens in our lives.
Life Group questions
Old Not Dead
Faith on the Move: Session 3 – Old Not Dead
In his talk on Sunday, Al identified three reasons why he thinks people struggle to maintain a fervent faith in middle age:
- Disillusionment with Christians
- Accumulated Hurts
- Self-Centredness
If you could add a fourth factor to this list, what would it be?
As a group, discuss the three factors Al has identified, plus any you have added that seem relevant.
In each case, what can we do to prevent these things from dominating our decision making?
Read Acts 2:17-18
This passage is a powerful promise that the Holy Spirit can and will minister through anyone and everyone in the church.
What can we do to put ourselves as individuals in a place where the Spirit might give us new dreams and prophecies?
What can we do to become a church where people of all ages, cultures, and genders are receiving and sharing Spirit-inspired visions?
Read Hebrews 10:19-25
How do you draw near to God?
How do you spur other people on to good deeds?
Who spurs you on? How do they do it?
If you have time, watch the following video on Rightnow Media:
“Driving Buses for the Lord.”
What did you think of the video? How is this woman’s faith being expressed?