One Mode of Operation

The phrase “Experience is a hard teacher because she gives the test first, the lesson afterwards.” is best known because of famous Pittsburg pitcher Vern Law. In this one life that you have to live, we look at some key ways to move through life trying to avoid the unnecessary lessons of life.

2 Samuel 6:1-15

Discussion topics

  1. The phrase “Experience is a hard teacher because she gives the test first, the lesson afterwards” is best known because of famous Pittsburg pitcher, Vern Law. In your own words, what does this phrase mean? What can you learn from it?
  2. Read 2 Samuel 6:1-15 and discuss. What did you learn about when reading this passage? Is there any part of this passage that you did not understand? What can you learn from David’ experience in this tale of the Ark returning home?
  3. Pastor David covered five points this past Sunday. Of the list below, what stood out to you the most, and why?
  4. As a group take 5-10 minutes to pray. You can pray about the scripture you just read. You can ask if there are any needs in your group. You could just take time and praise God for who he is and what he has done in your lives.

POINT #1- Nothing improves if it is neglected.
POINT #2- Difference between a good idea and a God idea.
POINT #3- No for now, but not forever.
POINT #4- Difference between shared taste and shared values.
POINT #5- Learn from other people’s successes and failures.

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