Know:
Do all of the following:
- Read the book “Do Hard Things” by Alex & Brett Harris
Understand:
- Consider the following and come prepared to discuss:
- The authors challenge the idea that being young means taking life easy.
- As you read, notice moments where choosing what is right is harder than choosing what is comfortable.
- How does keeping your heart focused on God help you make hard but pure choices when no one is watching?
- The book talks about resisting pressure to lower standards.
- Pay attention to examples of peer pressure or low expectations.
- How does guarding your thoughts and attitudes help protect your actions when others expect less of you?
- Doing hard things often begins in the mind before it shows up in actions.
- While reading, think about the beliefs that shape courage and self-control.
- How does choosing to think truthfully about who you are in Christ strengthen your heart to do difficult but good things?
- The authors challenge the idea that being young means taking life easy.
