The Art of Leadership--Lesson 5--Courage to Stand

Discussion Questions:

1. Why do we often forget our destination when we encounter unexpected storms? How

have you seen this add to anxiety and/or fear?

2. What kinds of things cause us to not recognize or forget the things the LORD has done for

us in the past? How does this hinder our courage when we face new challenges and

trials?

3. What difficulties do you find proclaiming what will happen (your destiny) going into battle

with a giant trial in your life like David was able to do? What promises from God do you

cling to so you can proclaim your destiny?

4. What stories do you have of overcoming lions and bears? How has God prepared you in

advance for the battles you face now in your life?

5. How is entitlement a source of distraction from the mission the LORD calls us to? What

kinds of things tempt you to think the Kingdom belongs to you?

The Art of Leadership--Lesson 4--Conviction and a Standard

Discussion Questions:

1. How does attacking your identity crumble the foundation for your life? What practices do

you have that help you keep a healthy view of your identity?

2. How has Satan encouraged you to do what you want to make things better for yourself?

How does worship and service to the LORD keep us from chasing after this carrot dangled

before us?

3. What do you learn from the way Joshua led Israel through transition to a new era? How

does taking them to Shechem and reminding them of promises the LORD made and kept

prepare them for the unknown coming upon them?

4. How have you seen stagnation (stuck in the old) and being enamored with the new cause a

loss of identity or a loss of focus on the mission from God?

5. Why does Joshua tell Israel they are not able to serve the LORD? What does holiness

have to do with your identity? How is the jealousy of God a good thing?

6. In a world so full of change, what are the things that must never change? What anchors

you so you are not blown around by every wind that comes along?

The Art of Leadership--Lesson 3--From Management to Leadership

Discussion Questions:

1. What is the difference in being a manager and a leader? Which one is more difficult? Why?

2. Why did Israel struggle so much with being good stewards and managing the things God

provided them? Do you face any of these same struggles in your life?

3. What does your identity in God have to do with your ability to manage or lead in the things

of God and His Kingdom? What are some specific lies you have allowed to make you less

than you should be in management or leadership of God’s Kingdom ways?

4. What significance is there that creation groans and suffers because of our

mismanagement? What other things wind up being influenced when we forget our

identity?

5. What legacy does Gideon build (at least for 40 years) because of his leadership? What

kind of legacy are you hoping to leave for those around you? Will God lead you in this like

He led Gideon?