Church at the Shores
June 8th - Defiant Trust
Defiant trust is a daily act of resistance against fear, rooted in the conviction that God is enough, even when you feel like you’re not.
Locations & Times
Church at the Shores
541 Cotton Creek Dr, Gulf Shores, AL 36542, USA
Friday 7:30 AM
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Service Times: 9am & 10:45am
Welcome to Church at the Shores! Whether you’re looking to connect, watch a message, give, or share a message with a friend, visit www.churchattheshores.com. Everything you need is just a click away.
Service Times: 9am & 10:45am
Defiant trust is a daily act of resistance against fear, rooted in the conviction that God is enough, even when you feel like you’re not.
The question isn’t: Do you have trust?
The question is: Where are you placing your trust?
The question is: Where are you placing your trust?
Lean not on your understanding.
In all your ways acknowledge Him.
Three Practical Ways to Consider
1.) Start your day in surrendered prayer.
2.) Ground your day in Scripture.
3.) Fill your day with worship songs.
1.) Start your day in surrendered prayer.
2.) Ground your day in Scripture.
3.) Fill your day with worship songs.
He will make your paths straight.
SMALL GROUP LEADERS' GUIDE
Use these questions to take this message on Sunday into your week with family or friends.
READ TOGETHER: Proverbs 3:5-6
START HERE: ICE BREAKER QUESTION
When was the last time you had to trust someone without knowing how things would turn out?
What’s harder for you: letting go of control or waiting for direction?
Use these questions to take this message on Sunday into your week with family or friends.
READ TOGETHER: Proverbs 3:5-6
START HERE: ICE BREAKER QUESTION
When was the last time you had to trust someone without knowing how things would turn out?
What’s harder for you: letting go of control or waiting for direction?
GOING DEEPER: DISCUSSION QUESTIONS
What does it practically look like to “trust in the Lord with all your heart” in your everyday life?
Why do you think it's so tempting to lean on our own understanding instead of trusting God?
What are some signs that you might be leaning too much on your own wisdom?
Have you ever experienced God “making your paths straight”? What did that look like in real life?
Where is God inviting you to trust Him more deeply right now, and what might defiant trust look like in that area?
What does it practically look like to “trust in the Lord with all your heart” in your everyday life?
Why do you think it's so tempting to lean on our own understanding instead of trusting God?
What are some signs that you might be leaning too much on your own wisdom?
Have you ever experienced God “making your paths straight”? What did that look like in real life?
Where is God inviting you to trust Him more deeply right now, and what might defiant trust look like in that area?
E.S.P.N. for the Group Leader to Remember:
Encouragement
Leadership is 51% encouragement. Don’t underestimate the power of a kind word or a thoughtful affirmation. Look for opportunities to call out the good in each person and remind them of God’s work in their life. Encouragement builds trust and fosters connection in your group.
Scripture
Make space to read Scripture out loud together. God’s Word is living and active, and hearing it read aloud can open hearts and minds to His truth in a powerful way. Even a short passage can spark meaningful conversation and reflection.
Prayer
Create intentional moments for your group to pray together. Whether it’s a simple prayer for the week or interceding for specific needs, prayer connects us to Jesus—and Jesus transforms lives.
Next Step
Always point your group toward one clear, actionable next step before you end. It could be as simple as spending five minutes in stillness this week, reading a specific Scripture, or reaching out to someone in love. A clear next step helps people take what they’ve learned and put it into practice.
Encouragement
Leadership is 51% encouragement. Don’t underestimate the power of a kind word or a thoughtful affirmation. Look for opportunities to call out the good in each person and remind them of God’s work in their life. Encouragement builds trust and fosters connection in your group.
Scripture
Make space to read Scripture out loud together. God’s Word is living and active, and hearing it read aloud can open hearts and minds to His truth in a powerful way. Even a short passage can spark meaningful conversation and reflection.
Prayer
Create intentional moments for your group to pray together. Whether it’s a simple prayer for the week or interceding for specific needs, prayer connects us to Jesus—and Jesus transforms lives.
Next Step
Always point your group toward one clear, actionable next step before you end. It could be as simple as spending five minutes in stillness this week, reading a specific Scripture, or reaching out to someone in love. A clear next step helps people take what they’ve learned and put it into practice.
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