Reminisce about your childhood. Do you have a favorite memory of your father or a favorite shared activity? Share with the group.
List out positive fatherly qualities. How about negative qualities that you associate with fatherhood.
As Amy shared on Sunday about our earthly father and our Everlasting Father, how do you think the relationship with your earthly father affects your view of God?
Split up in small groups (3-4) of men and women. Share personally how your view of your earthly father has shaped your view of your Everlasting Father.
Is talking about your earthly father stir emotions in you? What emotions?
Read Isaiah 44:2-5 and Isaiah 46:4. Respond to the statement. It’s not God’s job to be like us. Thus, the failings of our earthly father should not be reflected on our Everlasting Father.
As a result of the last conversation, what is one quality or attribute you will choose to believe about God that you haven’t in the past?
Is there a next step do you want to take from this conversation? Share with the group as they can offer you support and encouragement.