20231001 Enemies of Gratitude - Nostalgia robs our past, present and future

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The Passage: Exodus 17:1-7
The One Thing: Nostalgia robs our past, present and future.

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K1 What struck you about today’s message?

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G1 Which era are you most nostalgic for? Why do you think this is?
G2 How can nostalgia lead to grumbling and ingratitude (read Exodus 16:3 and Numbers 11:4-6)?
G3 How would you define nostalgia? Is nostalgia ALWAYS negative / dangerous?
G4 How might nostalgia distort the past? An example?
G5 How might nostalgia deconsecrate the present? An example?
G6 How might nostalgia destroy the future? An example?
G7 As you get older, are you getting more or less nostalgic? Why is this?

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S1 Think of Evelyn’s story: what encouraged you about what she said? How can you encourage yourself / others to be more grateful?