Stepping In: Getting things started!

1-Our weekend service was about our work in Kenya. Before we talk about marriages, what stood out to you about Mary and Wallace Kamau and their story?

2-Of our three weeks on marriage, what was your favorite weekend and why?

(1-Fighting Fair, 2-Staying Pure or 3-No Matter What)

3-What are some of the reasons why thriving, successful marriages seem to be rare in our culture today?

Building Up: What is God Saying? 

Read Ephesians 5:21-33, then answer the following questions:

Verse 21-Submitting is, according to this verse, for men and women. Why does the Apostle Paul challenge all of us to submit to one another? Why is that the key to any of our relationships?

Verse 22-24-How are these verses often misunderstood? When applied properly, what is the power for a healthy marriage found in these verses?

Verses 25-30-What do you see in these verses that really jump out to you right now? Why do you think it’s the man’s roll to, like Christ, lay down his life for his wife?

Verse 31-32-How does this picture help us understand the church? How does this help us understand marriage?

Verse 33-Love and respect. Why are the instructions for wives and husbands different?

How can husbands show love to their wives?

How can wives show respect for their husbands?

Living Out: How do I obey?

1-Married or not, what’s one thing you’ve learned during this series that will help you in your relationships? What can you do about it?

2- We’ll all be serving around the Valley on April 26^th with The Big Serve. Discuss another project your LifeGroup could do before we get to The Big Serve.