
Jesus, the Living WORD calls us to lose the religion and find the relationship. The JOY of the LORD is our strength!
Nehemiah 8:9-12
1. How do you normally view scripture – through legalistic eyes: “God as judge” or relational eyes: “God as Father”? How does that affect your daily time in the WORD?
2. How would you define joy versus happiness?
3. Have you ever experienced joy while in the midst of trouble or hardship? Explain.
4. Who first brought you to God’s party? Whom have you brought, and what kind of joy did that bring to your life?
5. Name someone you want to connect into the “party of God.” How will you pursue that person?
6. What is one thing you will do daily to bring God joy through your life?