PAPER WALLS | WEEK 1
Week 1 Paper Walls:
Because
Whether fueled by fear, insecurity, or a past event, many of us construct a paper wall of excuses that holds us back.
Discussion Questions
How would you characterize yourself in terms of overcoming obstacles?
Would you say you press through them?
Or do you procrastinate or run when obstacles come up?
In light of this message, do you feel most of those obstacles are reasons or excuses? Explain.
Have you ever exposed and discarded a personal excuse?
If so, what did that process entail?
During the message, were you reminded of something you tell yourself as a way of avoiding responsibility or opportunity?
Read Hebrews 12:1–2
Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
Are there excuses you’ve made that have kept you from living out your faith?
Are there excuses that have kept you from growing? If so, what are they?
Have you been lying to yourself?
Do you owe you an apology?