Series: Life Sentence- Worry
Icebreaker
1. When you hear the word “worry,” what’s the first thing that comes to mind?
2. On a scale of 1–10, how naturally do you worry? (No explaining yet—just a number.)
Scripture Focus
Read aloud: Psalm 23:1 – “The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.”
Discussion Part 1 / Identifying the Life Sentence
4. The sermon described worry as a “life sentence.” Why do you think worry can feel so imprisoning?
5. The message said: “Some of us are prisoners of our own world.” What does that look like practically in everyday life?
Discussion Part 2 / The Shepherd vs. Worry
7. According to the message, what are the four things a shepherd does for the sheep?
o Provide
o Protect
o Guide
o Correct
Which one do you personally struggle trusting God with the most—and why?
8. Psalm 23 says, “I shall not want.” How is trust connected to freedom from worry?
9. The sermon said worry is often practical atheism—acting like God won’t keep His promises. How does that statement sit with you? Challenging? Eye-opening? Uncomfortable?
Discussion Part 3 / Lordship Check
10. The sermon made this clear: If Jesus isn’t Lord, He isn’t Shepherd. What does it practically look like to let Jesus “call the shots” in daily life?
11. The test of lordship included:
o Does Jesus know you?
o Do you know Him?
o Do you hear His voice?
o Do you follow Him?
Which of these feels strongest in your life right now? Which feels weakest?
12. In what areas are you most tempted to take control back from God?
Discussion Part 4 / From Worry to Prayer
13. What do you usually do first when worry hits—panic or pray?
14. Philippians 4:6 says to pray about everything. What’s something you’ve been worrying about that you’ve never actually prayed about honestly?
Discussion Part 5 / Living One Day at a Time
16. What does “living one day at a time” look like for someone facing:
o Financial pressure?
o Family stress?
o Health uncertainty?
Group Prayer Time
· Invite group members (voluntary) to briefly name one worry.
· Close in prayer.