Read Eph. 1:15-23 as a group and write down what you observe about the passage. Talk about initial observations/questions of the passage as a group and then transition into these questions.
In Eph. 1:17, Paul prays for the Ephesians to know Christ better. As a Christian, how can we have the Holy Spirit but still be disconnected in our relationship with Jesus? Examples: Not gathering together with other Christians; not spending time reading God’s Word; not praying
What are you tempted to turn to in your vulnerability? Examples: overworking, sleep,spending all our time on kids’ activities, distancing ourselves from close relationships
Can you share a time where you found the relationships in your life more valuable than anything else?
What application(s) can we draw from looking closely at Paul’s prayer to the Ephesians?
We don’t need to be afraid from our vulnerability as Christians – God will protect us!
Go for depth, not breadth in our relationships.
Who is a trustworthy friend I can ask to stand and pray in the vulnerability with me?
