Connect Groups Discussion
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IceBreaker Questions: Answer these questions with your group…
BREAKING THE SILENCE
There are many people who love God, believe in the gospel, and are thankful for what Jesus has done in their lives... but they still struggle to talk about their faith. It is not always because of a lack of love for God or a lack of faith. Many times, it is simply because of fear.
Fear of rejection.
Fear of saying the wrong thing.
Fear of not knowing enough.
Fear of being judged.
Fear of making things uncomfortable.
But Romans 1:16 gives us a bold and clear declaration from Paul:
Romans 1:16
“For I am not ashamed of this Good News about Christ. It is the power of God at work, saving everyone who believes…”
Paul understood that the gospel is not something to hide. It is not something to be embarrassed about. The gospel is the power of an almighty God in action. This means that when we stay silent out of fear, we are withholding the very message God uses to transform lives.
This week, pastor Josue made a call to confront fear, overcome shame, and boldly share the good news of Jesus.
FEAR IS ONE OF THE BIGGEST BARRIERS TO SHARING JESUS
One of the greatest reasons believers stay silent is fear. Fear can paralyze us. Fear can silence us. Fear can stop us from doing the very thing God has called us to do.
But Scripture reminds us that fear does not come from God.
2 Timothy 1:7
“For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love, and self-discipline.”
Fear does not come from the Lord.
God gives power.
God gives love.
God gives self-control.
When fear controls us, eternal opportunities can be missed. This is serious, because we are not just talking about awkward moments or uncomfortable conversations. We are talking about eternal souls.
The enemy does not need you to stop believing.
He only wants you to stop speaking.
📍 Discussion Question:
What fears most commonly keep people from talking about Jesus?
But Scripture reminds us that fear does not come from God.
2 Timothy 1:7
“For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love, and self-discipline.”
Fear does not come from the Lord.
God gives power.
God gives love.
God gives self-control.
When fear controls us, eternal opportunities can be missed. This is serious, because we are not just talking about awkward moments or uncomfortable conversations. We are talking about eternal souls.
The enemy does not need you to stop believing.
He only wants you to stop speaking.
📍 Discussion Question:
What fears most commonly keep people from talking about Jesus?
THE GOSPEL DOES NOT DEPEND ON OUR ABILITY
Sometimes people do not share their faith because they feel unqualified. They think:
“I don’t know enough.”
“I’m not good at speaking.”
“I wouldn’t know what to say.”
Moses felt this exact same way.
Exodus 4:10–12
“But Moses pleaded with the Lord, ‘O Lord, I’m not very good with words… I get tongue-tied, and my words get tangled.’ Then the Lord asked Moses, ‘Who makes a person’s mouth? … Now go! I will be with you as you speak, and I will instruct you in what to say.’”
God did not deny Moses’ weakness.
He did not tell Moses that his insecurity was imaginary.
Instead, God gave him a promise:
“I will be with you.”
That same truth still matters today. The gospel does not depend on your eloquence, your education, or your personality.
Romans 1:16
“It is the power of God at work…”
The power is not in the speaker.
The power is in the gospel.
The Holy Spirit is the one who convicts.
The Holy Spirit is the one who transforms.
The Holy Spirit is the one who saves.
Our role is not to convince everyone.
Our role is to be available and obedient.
📍 Discussion Question:
Have you ever felt “not qualified enough” to share your faith? Why?
“I don’t know enough.”
“I’m not good at speaking.”
“I wouldn’t know what to say.”
Moses felt this exact same way.
Exodus 4:10–12
“But Moses pleaded with the Lord, ‘O Lord, I’m not very good with words… I get tongue-tied, and my words get tangled.’ Then the Lord asked Moses, ‘Who makes a person’s mouth? … Now go! I will be with you as you speak, and I will instruct you in what to say.’”
God did not deny Moses’ weakness.
He did not tell Moses that his insecurity was imaginary.
Instead, God gave him a promise:
“I will be with you.”
That same truth still matters today. The gospel does not depend on your eloquence, your education, or your personality.
Romans 1:16
“It is the power of God at work…”
The power is not in the speaker.
The power is in the gospel.
The Holy Spirit is the one who convicts.
The Holy Spirit is the one who transforms.
The Holy Spirit is the one who saves.
Our role is not to convince everyone.
Our role is to be available and obedient.
📍 Discussion Question:
Have you ever felt “not qualified enough” to share your faith? Why?
GOD USES ORDINARY PEOPLE, NOT PERFECT ONES
You don’t need a theology degree to share Jesus.
You don’t need perfect words.
You don’t need to have everything figured out.
God uses ordinary people.
Acts 4:13
“They were ordinary men with no special training… but they recognized them as men who had been with Jesus.”
That’s the key.
Not perfection.
Not education.
Relationship with Jesus.
What made them different was not their ability...
it was that they had been with Jesus.
Your testimony has power because it is real.
You don’t have to explain everything.
You don’t have to answer every question.
Sometimes all you need to say is:
“Something changed in my life.”
“I don’t have all the answers… but I know Jesus is real.”
“Come and see.”
God is not looking for experts.
He is looking for people who are available.
📍 Discussion Question:
What is one simple way you could share your story with someone this week?
You don’t need perfect words.
You don’t need to have everything figured out.
God uses ordinary people.
Acts 4:13
“They were ordinary men with no special training… but they recognized them as men who had been with Jesus.”
That’s the key.
Not perfection.
Not education.
Relationship with Jesus.
What made them different was not their ability...
it was that they had been with Jesus.
Your testimony has power because it is real.
You don’t have to explain everything.
You don’t have to answer every question.
Sometimes all you need to say is:
“Something changed in my life.”
“I don’t have all the answers… but I know Jesus is real.”
“Come and see.”
God is not looking for experts.
He is looking for people who are available.
📍 Discussion Question:
What is one simple way you could share your story with someone this week?
Final Thoughts & Application
An invitation can change a life.
Many people are closer to encountering Jesus than we realize.
They may just be waiting for someone to say:
“Come and see.”
This week take some time to:
Pray – Name One Person
Ask God to put one specific person on your heart who needs Jesus.
Share – Take One Step
Send a message, start a conversation, or share your story. It doesn’t have to be perfect... it just has to be real.
Invite – Be Bold
Invite them to church, a Connect Group, or simply to “come and see.”
Trust – Let God Move
You don’t change hearts, God does.
You just need to be willing.
Let's Pray
Many people are closer to encountering Jesus than we realize.
They may just be waiting for someone to say:
“Come and see.”
This week take some time to:
Pray – Name One Person
Ask God to put one specific person on your heart who needs Jesus.
Share – Take One Step
Send a message, start a conversation, or share your story. It doesn’t have to be perfect... it just has to be real.
Invite – Be Bold
Invite them to church, a Connect Group, or simply to “come and see.”
Trust – Let God Move
You don’t change hearts, God does.
You just need to be willing.
Let's Pray