Why do some prayers get answered while others seem to go unheard? Jesus promises that faith can move mountains, yet we still face trials, disappointment, and mystery. In this message from Robyn Elliott we wrestle honestly with unanswered prayer, exploring biblical tensions, real-world complexity, and the hope the resurrection still offers.
Discussion Questions:
1. When have you experienced an unanswered prayer, and how did it shape your perception of God?
2. How do you reconcile Jesus’ promises in Matthew 21 and John 14 with the lived reality of suffering?
3. Which of the possible explanations discussed - contradiction, wounded world, free will, evil, sin - resonates most with you, and why?
4. To what extent is the modern Western expectation of happiness influencing how we interpret God’s role in our lives?
5. How does free will complicate the idea of God intervening in response to prayer?
6. In what ways does the biblical portrayal of spiritual evil (Ephesians 6) add nuance to the question of unanswered prayer?
7. What is the difference between having faith in God and having faith in the amount of your faith?
8. How does the Christian hope of resurrection reframe the way we interpret suffering, healing, and unanswered prayer?
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Why do some prayers get answered while others seem to go unheard? Jesus promises that faith can move mountains, yet we still face trials, disappointment, and mystery. In this message from Robyn Elliott we wrestle honestly with unanswered prayer, exploring biblical tensions, real-world complexity, and the hope the resurrection still offers.
Discussion Questions:
1. When have you experienced an unanswered prayer, and how did it shape your perception of God?
2. How do you reconcile Jesus’ promises in Matthew 21 and John 14 with the lived reality of suffering?
3. Which of the possible explanations discussed - contradiction, wounded world, free will, evil, sin - resonates most with you, and why?
4. To what extent is the modern Western expectation of happiness influencing how we interpret God’s role in our lives?
5. How does free will complicate the idea of God intervening in response to prayer?
6. In what ways does the biblical portrayal of spiritual evil (Ephesians 6) add nuance to the question of unanswered prayer?
7. What is the difference between having faith in God and having faith in the amount of your faith?
8. How does the Christian hope of resurrection reframe the way we interpret suffering, healing, and unanswered prayer?
In this message from Mike Carmody, we explore the powerful farewell of Paul in Acts 20:17–25, uncovering what it means to live a life that truly counts. From faithful service and bold witness to Spirit-led surrender and eternal perspective, Paul gives us a model for a life well lived. Whether you’re just beginning your faith journey or you’ve been running the race for years, this message will challenge and encourage you to pursue lasting significance.
Discussion Questions:
1. If you had one last conversation with the people you love most, what would you say, and what does that reveal about your heart?
2. Paul says, “You know how I lived.” What would people say they know about your life? What speaks louder – your words or your lifestyle?
3. Faithfulness often goes unseen and unrewarded in this life. Where in your life are you called to keep showing up, even when it’s hard or unnoticed?
4. Paul didn’t hesitate to preach the truth. What holds you back from sharing your faith boldly? What might boldness look like for you this week?
5. When have you experienced discomfort for the sake of following Jesus? How did that experience shape you?
6. Paul was “compelled by the Spirit” even without knowing the outcome. What would it look like for you to trust God with just the next step?
7. Verse 24 says Paul’s only aim was “to finish the race and complete the task.” What task has God placed in front of you today?
8. What are you “packing” your life with? Are your priorities aligned more with comfort and success or with eternity and surrender?
9. Think of someone whose faithfulness or quiet service has impacted you deeply. How might your own faithfulness impact others, even if you never see the results?
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Why do some prayers get answered while others seem to go unheard? Jesus promises that faith can move mountains, yet we still face trials, disappointment, and mystery. In this message from Robyn Elliott we wrestle honestly with unanswered prayer, exploring biblical tensions, real-world complexity, and the hope the resurrection still offers.
Discussion Questions:
1. When have you experienced an unanswered prayer, and how did it shape your perception of God?
2. How do you reconcile Jesus’ promises in Matthew 21 and John 14 with the lived reality of suffering?
3. Which of the possible explanations discussed - contradiction, wounded world, free will, evil, sin - resonates most with you, and why?
4. To what extent is the modern Western expectation of happiness influencing how we interpret God’s role in our lives?
5. How does free will complicate the idea of God intervening in response to prayer?
6. In what ways does the biblical portrayal of spiritual evil (Ephesians 6) add nuance to the question of unanswered prayer?
7. What is the difference between having faith in God and having faith in the amount of your faith?
8. How does the Christian hope of resurrection reframe the way we interpret suffering, healing, and unanswered prayer?
