REALLIFE STUDY GROUP

“Rejoice”

 

ICEBREAKER:  Describe a funny thing that has happened in your life.

 

DEFINITIONS:  Rejoice: Chadah (Hebrew): meaning to be gladdened; also translated to be joined

 

CONFESSION:  In all things, at all times, everywhere I go, with all people I choose to rejoice in the Lord.  I refuse to allow anything or anyone to steal my joy because I am joined to Jesus, the reason for my joy.  The joy of the Lord is my strength.

 

TEXT:  1 Thessalonians 5:16; Philippians 4:4; Romans 12:15; Psalm 9:2; 15:5; 68:3; 35:9; 33:1; 97:12; 104:31; Proverbs 17:22; 15:13-15; James 1:2; Nehemiah 8:10

 

STUDY GROUP QUESTIONS:

1.    Name a person that brings joy into your life.  Explain.

2.    When was the last time you had a big belly laugh?

3.    How would you define the word rejoice?

4.    Name one thing you think would make God laugh.

5.    Describe one thing in life that has tried to steal your joy.

6.    Why do you think the Apostle Paul commanded Christians to rejoice and again I say rejoice?

7.    Is there a difference between joy and happiness?  If so, what is it?