TLR Leader Resources

LIVING THE DREAM

Life rarely goes as planned, but God’s plans are always bigger and better than we can imagine. In Living the Dream, we’ll explore the life of Joseph from the book of Genesis—a story filled with dreams, betrayal, waiting, and redemption. Each week, we’ll see how Joseph’s journey reveals God’s faithfulness and purpose, even in the midst of setbacks and suffering. We’ll discover how Joseph’s trust in God and his commitment to integrity shaped his character, how God worked through his trials to bless others, and how his story points us to the ultimate dream fulfilled in Jesus Christ.

SCRIPTURE

GENESIS 39:1-20

QUESTIONS

1. 1. Can you think of a specific time where you have seen sin derail something or someone in your life?
   2. Talk about a moment where you justified sin. What were some of the lies you began to tell yourself?
   3. How have you personally battled sin? What tactics have you used? Do you have any “guardrails” in place that have helped?
   4. Has there ever been a time when you were obedient, but you didn’t get the outcome you wanted? How did you respond?
   5. How can this group begin to support you in the fight against temptation?

NEXT STEPS:

The story emphasizes that our identity is more about who we are becoming than about the circumstances we’re in. Reflect on ways you think God might be shaping your character in the midst of challenges, even if things don't seem to go as planned.