Each new year is a new opportunity for a fresh start. But for all the limitless things we could be this year, Jesus actually distills everything down to just four identities. Listen to find out which you might be, and the one we should all strive to become. // 1. Read Luke 8:5-15. What were the four types of soils that Jesus mentioned? What did the “seed” represent? How many types of soil are “good” and how many are “bad”? What is the point of the parable? // 2. How can our faith sometimes be built on emotion? If we don’t always “feel” close to God, how does that hinder how we’re doing spiritually? How do we make sure our feelings don’t drive our faith? // 3. Read v.14. What are things that rival and stifle our faith? What are things that are bad that harm us as Christians, things that we should definitely avoid? What are things that are good and fine, but can be distractions and take up our time and attention? // 4. In which of these four categories do you find yourself? Which category is the hardest one to resist in your own life? What can you do this year to foster accountability and growth with others?
