From Hopscotch to Holiness

52 From Hopscotch To HolinessACTIVITIES FOR SMALL GROUPS1. Each of us needs to know that we are dearly loved children ofGod. Share with each other some reasons why this may be difficultfor you. Pray Ephesians 5:1-2 for each other. Ask God to grow you upin love.2. Consider Ephesians 4:32 again. Write out examples of acts ofkindness and compassion that you have participated in. Be preparedto share these with your small group. Spur each other on to lovelike Christ with your testimonies. Use the space below to begin yourtestimony.3. Pray Philippians 4:8, “ Finally, brothers and sisters, whateveris true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure,whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent orpraiseworthy—think about such things.” Practice faith confessionsthis week that will strengthen your understanding of God’s love andcompassion for you. Here are some confessions to get you started.• I am blessed because I am a unique creation of the King ofKings. (Psalm 139:14)• I am loved by Jesus. (1 John 4:9)• I am adopted into God’s royal family. (Luke 15:10)• My past is washed away and I have a completely new identity inChrist. (2 Corinthians 5:17)