God 3:16 – Part 3: The God Who Leads You
Joshua 3:1-17
“…the water above that point began backing up a great distance away at a town called Adam, which is near Zarethan. And the water below that point flowed on to the Dead Sea until the riverbed was dry. Then all the people crossed over near the town of Jericho.” Joshua 3:16 (p.169)
- God Shows His Love By Leading Me.
- Get prepared.
“…the water above that point began backing up a great distance away at a town called Adam, which is near Zarethan.” Joshua 3:16a (p.169)
“God’s way is perfect. All the Lord’s promises prove true. He is a shield for all who look to him for protection.” Psalm 18:30 (p.421)
- Look for God’s guidance.
“And the water below that point flowed on to the Dead Sea until the riverbed was dry.” Joshua 3:16b (p.169)
Times when Jesus was moved by someone who was hurting and needed help:
Mark 1:41, John 11:33, John 11:38, John 11:43-44
- Take action and follow His lead.
“Then all the people crossed over near the town of Jericho.” Joshua 3:16c (p.169)
“‘Well done, my good and faithful servant. You have been faithful in handling this small amount, so now I will give you many more responsibilities.’” Matthew 25:23 (p.756)
My Next Step This Week: _______ I’m going to stop standing at the edge of the river and just follow God’s leading.
Series Memory Verse: “For this is how God loved the world: He gave his one and only Son, so that everyone who believes in him will not perish but have eternal life.” John 3:16 (p.811)
LIFE GROUP DISCUSSION
One Thing: God Shows His Love By Leading Me.
Memory Verse: John 3:16 (p.811)
Bible Background: Crossing the Jordan – Joshua 3:1-17
CONVERSATION STARTER
// Have you ever experienced a “this can’t get any worse” moment with an obstacle, only for it to get hilariously worse, and yet somehow, you found a way through it? What happened?
WEEKEND REVIEW
God Shows His Love By Leading Me.
- Get prepared.
- Look for God’s guidance.
- Take action and follow His lead.
// Was there anything that stood out to you or maybe confused you?
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS
// Read Joshua 3:6-17 (p.169). Remember that God led the Israelites to the Jordan River so they could get to the Promised Land.
- What do you think were the feelings of the Israelites as they stood at the edge of the Jordan River? How would you have felt in their situation?
- Can you identify a time in your life when you felt as if you were standing on the edge of the Jordan River? How did you navigate the situation?
// Read Isaiah 25:4-5 (p.535).
- How does this verse shape your understanding of God’s character? Look at the descriptive words.
- How can the assurance of God’s protection and comfort help you to trust more deeply in God’s plan for your life during uncertain times?
// Read Matthew 11:28-30 (p.742).
- What are the rewards for following God’s plan for your life?
- Conversely, what are the consequences of not following God’s leading in your life?
// Read Psalm 25:4-5 (p.424).
- Do you feel that you’re prepared for the challenges and obstacles in your life? Why or why not?
- How does this verse encourage you to trust God’s plan for your life?
// Read Psalm 143:10 (p.478).
- In what areas of your life do need to seek divine direction and why?
- How can you better follow God’s guidance and stop being stuck in front of obstacles?
NEXT STEP
My Next Step This Week:
_____ I’m going to stop standing at the edge of the river and just follow God’s leading.
DIGGING DEEPER
This week, reflect on these verses and pray.
- Pray for trust in God’s plan and for the patience to wait on His timing. Jeremiah 29:11 (p.596)
- Pray for wisdom to make plans while remaining open to God’s redirection. Proverbs 16:9 (p.492)
- Pray for the humility to seek God’s wisdom in your decisions and for faith to believe in the guidance He provides. James 1:5-6 (p.930)