GROUP GUIDE
Leading a group through these questions? Here’s a simple guide for 1.5-2 hour GROUP meeting.
Welcome and Opening Prayer. (5 minutes)
Read the passage aloud. (5 minutes)
Guide the group through the questions. (30-60 minutes)
Take time to share prayer requests and pray for each other. (15-30 minutes)
TEACHING RECAP
Summary: Do you ever feel stuck—like no matter how hard you try, you're not growing or moving forward? Jesus gives us a simple but powerful truth: real growth only happens when we stay connected to him. Without him, we wither, but with him, we thrive. What would it look like to stop striving on your own and start abiding in the life he offers?
Main Points:
Attachment. As we stay connected to Jesus, we find true life.
Growth. As we stay connected to Jesus, God matures us.
Fruit. As we stay connected to Jesus, we overflow with love.
On-Ramps:
Listen to Jesus. Make a decision and a plan to read the Bible every day.
Talk to Jesus. Tell Jesus what’s on your heart and make time to listen.
Follow Jesus. Do the stuff that Jesus is asking you to do.
Discussion
What stands out to you from this passage? How does this passage most challenge or encourage you?
How does this passage relate to other Bible verses that speak about our connection to God, such as John 14:23 or Romans 12:1-2?
How can we discern whether the "fruit" we are producing is truly good and pleasing to God?
What practical steps can you take to cultivate a deeper relationship with Jesus and live a life of love and service?
What does “laying our life down” for others look like in your everyday?
How do you want to respond to this passage in your daily life?
PRAYER
How can we pray for you as a group?
Next week: John 15:18-16:15
