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Paul wasn’t ashamed of the gospel or hesitant to share it. It’s good
news—and good news is meant to be shared!

The discipler asks the following.

A Brief Pause

Let’s pause before entering into this hour to ask: Is
there anything holding you back from being fully pres-
ent? From listening and participating fully?
If something’s on your mind— we can pray about it now before we go
further.

The disciple takes the lead.

Devotion Check In
Share with your discipler your responses to the devo-
tions you completed as you prepared for this session.

Share what you discovered.

Either the disciple or the discipler can
share or take the lead.

A Conversation About Sharing the
Story

1. Peace is a gift.
Consider the following story…

When you bought your car, it was a great deal. But when you lost
your job, those monthly payments became a weight that threatened
to sink you financially.
You’ve called the bank to explain your situation but the response
was less than enthusiastic. They promised to get back to you and
did—in the form of a registered letter announcing your car would be
repossessed.

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