Message-Based Discussion Questions

April 20, 2025 / Shawn Lind

1. The message opened with the question: 'What do we do when we have empty areas in our life?' How would you personally answer that? What empty areas in your life have been the most difficult?

2. In the story of the widow from 1 Kings 17, God used an unexpected way (a prophet asking for her last bit of food) to begin a miracle. What does that story teach us about faith and obedience, especially when things don't make sense?

3. Have you ever seen God provide for you day by day? How does that challenge or encourage your faith?

4. Elijah told the widow, 'Don’t be afraid.' Jesus told Simon Peter the same thing. Why do you think fear is such a common theme when addressing emptiness? What fears are you currently facing?

5. When Simon Peter obeyed Jesus and cast the nets again, they were overflowing. Have you ever experienced a moment when obedience to God led to a surprising blessing? What helped you decide to trust God even when it didn't feel logical?

6. The empty tomb is described as the best empty place ever. What does the resurrection of Jesus personally mean to you? How does it speak into your areas of emptiness?

7. Mary Magdalene didn’t initially recognize Jesus at the tomb. Have there been times when God was working in your life, but you didn’t realize it right away? How did you eventually come to see it?

8. The message mentioned a ‘God-shaped hole’ in every person—something only He can fill. What are some things people use to try to fill that emptiness, and why do they ultimately fall short?

9. What is one area of emptiness that you want to surrender to God this week? How can we pray with you about it?