Sermon Highlights
Jacob’s limp is his only evidence that he met with God.
“Some of the times of the greatest light will also be the times of the greatest limp.”
“I am what I am; and where I am, is where the great I AM wanted me to be.”
“The beauty of today’s limp is that it becomes tomorrow’s lean.”
“The starting place of contentment is commitment to your purpose.”
Scriptures
Genesis 32:24-31 - Jacob wrestles with God and gets a limp
1 Corinthians 15:3-10 - Christ appeared last to Paul
Hebrews 11:20-21 - Jacob worships as he leans on his staff
1 Peter 5:6 - Humble yourself and God will lift you up
Sermon Discussion
Conversation Starter
Pastor Steven talked about progressive revelation — learning things as we go. Share a hobby or activity that you enjoy now that you didn’t 5 years ago.
Sermon Reflection
What part of the sermon was just for you?
Discussion Questions
“The beauty of today’s limp is that it becomes tomorrow’s lean.” Share about a past limp that has become today’s lean for you (a past struggle that has taught you an invaluable lesson about leaning on God).
“Limp into it, but make sure what you’re leaning on will hold you.” What are you currently leaning on, and is it sustainable (your own understanding, others’ opinions, comparison, etc.)? What practical step can you take to lean more on God and His Word?
Additional Questions
“The starting point of contentment is commitment to your purpose.” What purpose is God calling you to commit to right now? How would this contribute to your contentment in this season?
What’s a limp you’ve been viewing incorrectly (seeing it as a set-back rather than evidence that you’ve met with God)? How can you shift your focus to see your limp from God’s perspective?
Prayer Prompt
Ask this question to your eGroup and include it as part of your closing prayer:
What limp are you working to accept? Pray that each member will lean on God and view their limp as evidence that God is with them and has a plan for them.