Sermon Study Questions 11.16.25

Icebreaker Questions

1. Share about a recent “little storm” you experienced in the past few weeks (something stressful, frustrating, or chaotic) and how you reacted in the moment. What did you do first usually when a storm hits—plan, worry, pray, distract yourself… something else?  

2. Growing up, when life felt overwhelming, who did you naturally run to (parent, grandparent, coach, friend, etc.)? What did they do or say that made you feel better?  

Diving Deeper 

1. Read Mark 4:35–41. What details in this passage show just how serious and dangerous this storm really was for the disciples? How do the disciples talk to Jesus when they finally wake Him up? One of the points in the sermon was, “Obedience doesn’t prevent storms – it guarantees His presence.” What might it look like for you to cling to Jesus’ presence this week in a specific situation that feels like a storm, even if the storm doesn’t immediately change? 

2. Read Proverbs 3:5–6 together. According to these verses, what are we told not to do, and what are we told to do instead? What does it practically mean to “trust in the Lord with all your heart” and “not depend on your own understanding”? Are there any areas in your life where are you currently tempted to lean on your own understanding instead of trusting the Lord? What is one very specific way you could “seek His will” in that situation this week? 

3. Read Philippians 4:6–7 together. What two commands are given in verse 6, and what are the two things we are told to do instead of worrying? According to verse 7, what does God promise to give us when we bring everything to Him in prayer with thanksgiving? Based on the truth of this passage, what might change in the way you respond to anxiety or worry (especially in the “storm” you’re facing right now)? 

Life Application

1. In this next week, set aside some alone time with God and do a Philippians 4:6–7 “swap”. Write down one storm you’re currently facing. Under it, write your honest worries and fears. Then turn each worry into a prayer request, and thank God for at least three specific ways He has already been faithful to you. Ask Him to guard your heart and mind with His peace.  

2. Think of one person in your life who is clearly going through a storm right now (health, family, finances, grief, etc.). This week: Reach out to them (call/text/coffee) and simply say, “I’ve been thinking about you and praying for you.” Ask, “What’s one specific thing I can be praying for in your storm?” Then actually pray for them—either right then in person/over the phone, or later that day—and check in again this week.