Playlist | Counting Stars
Big Idea:
When your Dreams point to God, your future is always secure in Him.
Note to the Leader:
Prayer is the element that holds group together for God. Focus on that and He will guide and bless your group.
Getting Started:
· Everyone knows of a playlist or two that they can open, hit shuffle, and never touch the device again because every song is a good one.
· What would be your go-to playlist?
· This playlist consists of a lifetime of accumulated taste in particular music. We have shaped our minds to know the sound of a song that reminds us of good times and happy memories. In the same way, we need to know the playlist in our heart that God uses to lead us. The values, principles, and steps that are needed to find fulfillment in life. We need to create a playlist worth living by.
When you think of the series title, what do you hope to get out of the next six weeks?
Digging In
As a little kid, your imagination was full of possibilities. You could become anything you wanted to be, a chef, an athlete, a movie star, a singer. We have always had big dreams.
· What did you dream of becoming as a kid? Why did you want to do that?
· Would your life look the same today if your childhood dream came true?
Read Proverbs 13:19
· God cares about our dreams. Is this true or false, why?
According to this verse, what prevents us from achieving a dream?
· Would it be possible for a dream to come true if it is self-centered?
The dreams God takes delight in are dreams that are not self-centered, but others-focused. If to achieve a dream you have in life will require you to push anyone out of the way to achieve it, that is a broken dream.
The pastor said “success doesn’t last beyond the trophy”
Everyone has an ideal “trophy” in mind for their life. It could be to retire by age 50, it could be to be the best Father or Husband, it could be to start up and run your own business. How does the statement above apply to these trophies we hope to achieve?
· Can you think of the trophies in your life? Something that you believe will bring satisfaction if you achieved it.
· If you were to get that trophy, would you actually find the satisfaction you’re seeking in life?
What would you gain? What could you lose?
Let me be clear, wanting to retire early with a pension is not a bad thing, running your business and being a financial success is not a bad thing. We want to encourage you to use your gifts and talents to reach milestones in your life. However, none of those things will be a trophy that will hold its value. Eventually, a retiree needs a hobby. A business owner needs another location, A child goes off to lead their own life. Then what?
· What would be the ultimate trophy in life? The trophy that would always hold its value. Is it attainable?
The last thing the pastor spoke about was having a legacy that leaves an impact longer than us.
· Who are some people who’s legacy has left an impact on your life?
· What was their dream/drive/trophy in life?
What kind of impact did they leave in your life? Did it look anything like the successful trophies we have in front of us now?
Next Step
This week, think of the goals that you have for your future and ask if those plans look to benefit you or those around you. Broken dreams lead down a lonely road. Fulfilling dreams advance the kingdom of God. If your dreams look to further you and no one else, let’s re-evaluate them. Write down your dreams and ask God if they align with His dreams for you. If you aren’t sure if they are self-serving or God-Honoring dreams, ask your spouse or a friend their thoughts.