Josh 24:1-3a, 14-25
1. As a child, what stories did your mom or dad tell you over and over about when they were growing up? How much do you know about your family history?
2. Joshua recounts the history of God's people, from Abraham to this day. Then he calls on them to renew and affirm their commitment to be God's people. Why do you think Joshua wanted them to do this? What power is there in a people intentionally recommitting themselves? How does or could this look in our own congregation?
3. Joshua reminds the people of God's faithfulness throughout the journey. Can you speak to the ways that God has shown his faithfulness to you?
4. Joshua tells the people that there are other gods to serve, but they must make a choice. Do you believe you've dealt directly with the charge to serve no god but God? Or are you living a life that tries to balance service to various gods? What other 'gods' are you tempted to serve?
5. What has helped you to be faithful to serving God? How do you live into your faithfulness? What 'signs of commitment' in your life are an evident witness to others?
6. Joshua made this speech just before he died. If you knew it would be your last opportunity to speak to our congregation, what would you want to say?
7. Fr. Mike spoke to the change that St. Andrew's is undergoing. We are no longer a church plant in need of outside support; we are a self-sufficient parish where the people will chart the course. Share with one another what this means to you? What is your fear and excitement?
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