Where did you see God’s faithfulness in your life this past year? How did He provide for you, guide you, or show His love in unexpected ways?

Lamentations 3:24 says, “The Lord is my portion… therefore I will hope in him.” What does it mean for you personally to anchor your hope in the Lord? How can you keep that focus as you step into 2025?

Of the three practical steps mentioned—prayer, engaging in community, and serving others—which one do you feel God is calling you to prioritize in 2025? Why?

As we took communion, we remembered Christ’s sacrifice and declared our trust in Him. What is one area of your life where you need to release control and trust God’s faithfulness as you move forward into the new year?

What does it mean to have a “king” in your life?

The Magi faced a lot of obstacles on their journey but kept following the star. What are some things in your life that make it hard to keep following Jesus? How can you stay focused on Him?

The Magi brought gifts to Jesus that showed they understood who He really was—King, God, and Savior. What can we offer Jesus today to show He is the King of our lives?

How can we, as a group or a church, share the joy of Jesus with others this Christmas season? What’s one specific way we can spread His joy this week?

What does it mean to you that peace is a gift, not something you have to earn?

How can you let go of trying to create peace in your life and trust Jesus to bring it to you?

What fears or burdens are keeping you from fully experiencing the peace Jesus offers?

How does the promise of perfect peace in Revelation 21:4 give you hope for today?

Why do you think light is such a powerful metaphor for hope? How have you experienced God’s light breaking through a dark season in your life?

Isaiah 9:6 describes the Messiah using titles like Wonderful Counselor and Prince of Peace. Which of these titles speaks to you the most right now, and why?

Mary responded to God’s impossible promise with faith and hope, despite her circumstances. What is one area of your life where you need to choose hope and trust God’s plan?

Hope is more than a feeling; it’s an active choice. What practical steps can you take this week to live in hope, even if your situation doesn’t change immediately?

Paul expressed gratitude even while imprisoned. What challenges in your life make it hard to be grateful, and how can you shift your perspective to focus on God’s faithfulness?

In Philippians 1:3-5, Paul’s gratitude shaped his relationships with the Philippians. How can expressing gratitude strengthen your relationships with others? Can you think of someone you need to thank this week?

Paul teaches in 2 Corinthians 12:9-10 that God’s grace is sufficient, even in weakness. How does recognizing your dependence on God help you develop a more grateful heart?

Gratitude often starts with small, intentional acts. What’s one thing you can thank God for today, and how can that act of gratitude influence your attitude for the rest of the week?

The nine lepers received physical healing, but only the one who returned to Jesus received wholeness. What do you think it means to be “made whole” in your own relationship with God?

When you think about the blessings in your life, how often do you find yourself looking only at the gift, rather than seeing how the gift points you back to God? How can gratitude help you focus more on the Giver?

The word sozo implies wholeness, including healing, salvation, and restoration. How would seeing God’s work in your life through this lens—wholeness, not just blessing—change your perspective on your faith journey?

Jesus told the grateful Samaritan that his “faith” made him whole. In what ways does showing gratitude strengthen your faith? What specific steps can you take this week to deepen your gratitude toward God?

In the Parable of the Sower (Mark 4:1-20), Jesus describes different types of soil. What type of “soil” best describes your heart right now? How can you make your heart more ready to receive what God wants to plant?

God provides the “seeds” in our lives, like opportunities, relationships, and blessings. How can we recognize and celebrate these seeds even if we haven’t seen the full harvest yet?

Harvest time is meant to be shared with others. In what ways can you use the blessings and gifts God has given you to help those around you? What might that look like in your daily life?

What are some seeds you feel God might be asking you to plant for a future harvest (in relationships, faith, generosity, etc.)? How can you start planting those seeds this week?

Gideon’s small army of 300 seemed insignificant. Have you ever felt that your own “light” isn’t enough to make a difference? How does this story change that perspective?

What does Gideon’s victory show us about God’s ability to use our unity to overcome darkness?

Why do you think God prefers to use unity over individual effort in battles like Gideon’s? How can we apply this in our church community?

How does our “light” shine brighter when we’re working together? Share a time you experienced or witnessed this power of unity.