Discussion Guide | Sept. 29, 2024

This week's sermon emphasizes the constancy of change in our world and contrasts it with the unchanging nature of God. Through various historical and biblical examples, Pastor Bill illustrates how God's character, promises, and power remain steadfast despite the ever-changing circumstances around us. The message encourages believers to trust in God's immutability and to seek a deeper relationship with Him, just as our heroes of faith did in the Bible.

Heavenly Father, we come before You today with open hearts and minds. We thank You for being our constant in a world full of change. Help us to understand and embrace Your unchanging nature. May Your Holy Spirit guide our discussion today, and may we be receptive to the lessons You want us to learn. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

What is one significant change you've experienced in your life recently?

1. What are some changes in the world that have impacted you the most?
2. How do you feel about the idea that God never changes?
3. Can you share a time when you felt God's unchanging nature in your life?
4. Why do you think it's important to trust in God's immutability?
5. How can we apply the concept of God's unchanging nature to our daily lives?
6. What are some ways we can remind ourselves of God's constancy during times of change?
7. How does knowing that God’s plans stand firm forever (Psalm 33:11) affect your outlook on the future?
8. What steps can we take to deepen our relationship with God, knowing He is the same yesterday, today, and forever?

This week, take some time each day to reflect on an area of your life where you need to trust in God's unchanging nature. Write down a prayer or a scripture that reminds you of His constancy and place it somewhere you will see it daily.

1. God's character and promises never change.

2. Trusting in God's immutability provides stability in a constantly changing world.

3. Biblical heroes trusted in God's unchanging nature, and we are called to do the same.

4. God's plans and purposes stand firm forever.

5. God's unchanging nature is a source of comfort and strength.

Lord, we thank You for the time we've spent together today. Thank You for reminding us of Your unchanging nature. As we go about our week, help us to trust in Your steadfastness and to seek a deeper relationship with You. May Your unchanging love and promises guide us and give us peace. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.