Passage

“For this reason I bow my knees before the Father, from whom every family in heaven and on earth is named, that according to the riches of his glory he may grant you to be strengthened with power through his Spirit in your inner being, so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith—that you, being rooted and grounded in love,may have strength to comprehend with all the saints what is the breadth and length and height and depth, and to know the love of Christ that surpasses knowledge, that you may be filled with all the fullness of God.

Now to him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, forever and ever. Amen.“

Introduction Questions

1. When have you experienced a group of people that had a love for one another, respect for one another, and unity that shocked you?

2. What is a regular prayer you pray for your family or loved ones?

3. Is there anything you struggle to believe that God can or will still do? (The salvation of a loved one, healing, hope, etc.)

Observation Questions

1.  What does Paul pray for the Church in verses 14-19?

2. According to verse 20, why should we pray for God to do amazing things?

3. According to verse 21, what is the ultimate goal of the Church?

4. What about Sunday’s sermon stuck out to you or challenged you? What did you learn, love, or were you reminded of?

Reflection Questions

1. How does Paul’s prayer for the Church challenge you in how you pray? How should our prayers be similar to his?

2. Why is unity in the Church so important? What can we do to improve?

3. In what ways are you doubting God’s power right now? What area do you need to trust that God will accomplish His work for His glory in your life today?

4. In light of our text this week and our sermon on Sunday, how might we respond in obedience? What do you think God is asking you to do?