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Episode 2 Summary
- We often encounter two seemingly contradictory perspectives on individual purpose: we can be whatever we want or God has a single path for our lives.
- The idea that we can be whatever we want to be is exciting, but it can also be stressful and overwhelming.
- And when it comes to God’s specific calling, throughout the Bible, He seems much more concerned with people’s faithfulness and their willingness to follow the commandments he’s already established.
Discussion Questions
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What do you think about the idea that you can be whatever you want to be? Do you believe that? What’s something you feel like you couldn’t do? Why can’t you do it?
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Is it reassuring to think God may not have a specific calling for you? What do you think is simpler: waiting for divine revelation about your direction or following what God has already asked of his followers?
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Throughout this episode, we talk about this idea of being faithful and just doing something. Are there any places in your life where you feel like you can be faithful and help bring God’s kingdom?
Diving Deeper
Matthew 4:18-25
Read Matthew 4:18-25. In this section of scripture, we see Jesus calling his disciples and giving them a new direction for their life. The words Jesus spoke were spoken to specific men at a specific time, but we can also learn from them. Spend some time praying and meditating on how Jesus’ words can help inform our purpose and our actions in our lives. Remember Jesus’ words in the great commission found in Matthew 28:16-20.