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Today we encourage you to connect with a small group or a friend to discuss what God has been speaking to you this week.

Discussion Questions:

1.How has God been speaking to you through this week's Bible Reading? What stuck out to you? What are some things you have learned?

2. When crippled by fear, Peter denied Jesus. What advice would you give to someone who struggles in this area? What are some ways you have learned to overcome your fears?

John 18:15-27

3. Despite Peter's faults, Jesus gave Peter a special place of leadership in the Church. Have you ever served God in an area where you felt you weren't qualified?

Matthew 16:13-19

4.  Peter was a natural leader. In this scripture, we read how Peter led other leaders like Barnabas astray because he was afraid of the opinion of others. What practical advice would you give to people that struggle with pleasing people?

Galatians 2:11-13

5. Peter was placed in a very intimidating circumstance when asked to no longer speak about Jesus. How did Peter respond in this situation? What does Peter's experience teach us about how we should react if persecuted for our faith?

Acts 4:1-13

6. Peter was criticized by other believers. How did Peter respond to the criticism of these believers? What lessons can we draw from the way Peter answered these individuals?

Acts 11:1-18