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Beach at Sunset

Forgive

Podcast Discussion Notes

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Mark 11:25-26 NLT

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Q1: What are some situations where unmet expectations have: hurt you, made you angry, changed your life?

 

Forgiveness is hard because it feels like someone else has controlled the outcome of our life. They took something from us, out of our control.​

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God dealt with unmet expectations too.

 

Exodus 32:1-4 NLT

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Exodus 32:7-9 NLT

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Q2. Was God justified in His anger?

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Exodus 15:11-13 NLT

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So how did God deal with His unmet expectations?

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Exodus 32:13-14 NLT

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Moses reminded God of His own faithfulness

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Q3. Why do you think God changed His mind after Moses reminded God of His promise?

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How can we learn to deal with our unmet expectations?

1. Build your relationship with God, learning to put your complete trust in Him

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Psalm 27:10 NLT

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2. Desire to do the things He tells you do, even if they are hard, because they lead to life​

 

Psalm 27:11 NLT

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Q4. What are some ways to prevent unmet expectations?

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Ideas:

  • Make your expectations clear

  • Communicate your hurt or disappointment before it becomes rooted in your heart

  • Give people a chance to explain or course correct

Challenge

Choose to forgive someone for something they have done or neglected. Send them a letter, email, or text if appropriate.

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