Life Groups Discussion: 14 Days of Prayer and Fasting - Part 2

Written By David Sunnock

Small Group Discussion Questions

Sermon: Be Removed – Prayer, Fasting & Healing the Heart

1. Icebreaker – Light Entry

  1. When something goes wrong in life, are you more likely to try to fix it, avoid it, or talk it out with someone?

  2. Have you ever held onto something longer than you should have (a grudge, a habit, clutter in your house, etc.)?

  3. What’s something small you removed from your life that ended up making a big difference?

2. The New Heart God Gives Us

  1. The sermon explained that when we come to Christ, God doesn’t repair our old heart—He replaces it with a new one. What do you think that means for your identity as a Christian?

  2. Why do you think a “heart of stone” can avoid pain but also avoid love and connection?

  3. Have you experienced a moment where your heart became more sensitive to God or to others after following Christ?

3. When a Sensitive Heart Gets Hurt

  1. Pastor said that one of the challenges of having a new heart is that it can now feel hurt more deeply. Why do you think following Christ can make us more aware of pain or offense?

  2. What are some ways people try to cope with hurt instead of allowing God to heal it?

  3. How can staying connected to Jesus help keep a wounded heart from becoming a hardened heart again?

4. Removing What Blocks the Flow

  1. The sermon described prayer and fasting as a way to remove things that are blocking the flow of God’s power in our lives. What kinds of things tend to block that flow?

  2. Jesus talked about faith removing things like bitterness, unforgiveness, or offense. Why do you think these roots can run so deep in our lives?

  3. What would it look like for you to intentionally bring one area of hurt or offense to God during this season of prayer and fasting?

5. Main Thesis & Action (Discipleship Focus)

Core Idea:
Prayer and fasting are not just about asking God to add blessings to our lives. They are about allowing God to remove the things that block healing, freedom, and spiritual growth.

  1. Is there something in your life right now that you sense God wants to remove (bitterness, fear, distraction, offense, control, etc.)?

  2. What would change in your relationships, peace, or purpose if that thing was truly removed from your heart?

  3. During these 14 days of prayer and fasting, what is one intentional step you will take to cultivate your connection with God?

    • Fasting a meal or a type of food

    • A digital fast

    • Setting aside daily prayer time

    • Journaling and processing hurt with God

    • Practicing forgiveness

David Sunnock
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