In the Pits

Table purpose statement (Can be shared at the start or before the Discovery section):

This group exists for the purpose of discipleship. A disciple is someone who loves and obeys Jesus. (John 14:15) That means our focus is hearing from God and taking steps of faith. Our goal is to multiply another healthy Table. That means one day, some of you will lead a group like this! 

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Table Talk (⅓ of meeting)   

• What do you like most about where you live? 
• High/Low/Buffalo. Briefly share something from your week that was good, bad, and/or weird. 
• How’s it going with following and fishing? 

Following = taking steps of faith

Fishing = sharing Jesus’ love with others 

• Spend time worshipping God through song. Recommended: Cornerstone by Hillsong Worship. 

Review the Discussion Guidelines (pg. 7 in the In the Pits journal)

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Discover what God is saying to you. (⅓ of meeting) 

Big idea: God has big plans for people the world considers small.

‍Scripture Context: Pharaoh has questions after a strange dream. When he consults with his advisors, they are stumped about its meaning. This jogs the memory of the cupbearer, who made a promise to Joseph that he would remember him after his release from prison.

Read Genesis 41:14-40

• How do you see God at work in this story? 
• What do you notice about Joseph’s response to Pharaoh in verses 16, 33-36. 
• Joseph’s trust in God throughout his difficult journey shaped his character for this moment. How is that perspective helpful for you? 
• Joseph was elevated to a position of great responsibility even though he was small and insignificant in the eyes of the world. In what ways do you wrestle with feeling insignificant or powerless? 
• Joseph’s integrity landed him in prison, but it’s also what allowed him to be trusted with great responsibility and power. 
  
  • How have your difficulties challenged you to live with integrity? 
  • What responsibilities has God entrusted to you right now? 
    

Go do it. (⅓ of meeting) 

• How do you see God at work preparing you for His purposes?
• Based on our discussion, what is one step you are going to take this week? Make an “I will” statement. 
• Break into twos or threes and pray for each other. Pray for the wisdom and the courage to step into the plan that God has for you.