Chapter 5: Communal Hospitality

Chapter 5: Reflection Questions

As you read the introduction and chapter 5 of The Discerning Life, reflect on the following questions as you practice a preference for God:

NOTICE: what seems to stand out the most as you read this chapter?

GRATITUDE: where are you seeing God reveal more of himself as you reflect on what you read?

ATTEND: as you read this chapter, what emotional response is emerging from within?

PRAY: how is God tapping you on the shoulder of your heart and inviting you to trust him more fully?

INVITATION: what aspect of your personal life and/or service to others needs to be revised or renewed?

Chapter 5: Video Message

Chapter 5: Discernment in Action

Welcome to chapter 5, dear friends and companions!

As you read this chapter, I invite you to notice that we are shifting outward to our friendships and communities as we embrace the discerning life. From the biblical text, notice God's loving initiatives to his beloved ones. As we grow in attentiveness to God's unconditional grace toward us as individuals, we look for his presence within and among our communities. Attached is another Touchpoint from Leadership Transformations to aid you in offering hospitality to those around you. 

I'm praying for you as you read, reflect, and process what we're discovering together in Christ. 

Your grateful brother, 

Steve

Chapter 5: Podcast + Pathways

In Season 17, Episode 05 of The Discerning Leader Podcast, Steve Macchia and Matt Scott answer the question: "How do we practice communal hospitality?" Click here to listen!

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