Preview: An overview of how to find comfort in the promises of the Lord and stay positive during hard times.
Scripture Reading: Matthew 5:1-12.
Memory Verse: II Thessalonians 3:16.
1. Discuss the beatitudes found in the scripture reading and how they apply to the pursuit of a peaceful and joyful life.
2. What does God say about worrying? Philippians 4:6-7, John 14:27, Psalm 46:1-3.
3. Why does the Lord want us to be peaceful? Matthew 11:28-30, I Peter 3:11, Luke 1:78-79.
4. What does the peace and love of God do for us? Philippians 4:7, Isaiah 43:1-3.
5. Where does our help come from? Psalm 121:1-2, II Corinthians 9:8.
6. Who is our comforter? II Corinthians 1:3-4, Psalm 34:17-19.
7. Why should we have hope? Lamentations 3:21-31.
8. Who is our protector? Psalm 91:10-11, Psalm 138:7, Micah 7:8-9.
9. What is a man who trusts in the Lord compared to? Explain the significance. Jeremiah 17:7-8.
10. How strong is the love of God? Romans 8:38-39, John 3:16.
11. How much does the Lord know about you and your struggles? Psalm 139:1-5, Matthew 6:8.
12. Does God want to help us? Explain what we need to do in order to receive it. Hebrews 13:5-6, Jeremiah 33:3, I Peter 5:6-7, Philippians 4:6-7.
13. Who strengthens us? II Corinthians 12:9, Psalm 29:11, Habakkuk 3:19.
14. Explain how God gives hope to His people. Romans 15:4, Romans 5:1-6.
15. What kind of problems can God handle? Jeremiah 32:27, John 16:33.