In a world where promises are often broken and loyalty can feel like a lost art, how can we live out faithfulness that stands firm?
In this message, we explore “Faithfulness in a World of Broken Promises.” Faithfulness isn’t just about staying committed—it’s about reflecting God’s own steady love and integrity in a world where trust seems hard to find. As we dig into what it means to be faithful, we’ll see how God calls us to be reliable in our commitments, both to Him and to each other. How does this kind of faithfulness transform our relationships? And what can we learn from the “tests” God uses to grow this quality in us, especially in tough times?
Continuing our series, The Truth Files: The Fruit is Out There, this message uncovers the purpose and power of faithfulness as a fruit of the Spirit. With honesty and some personal reflection, we’ll look at how faithfulness equips us to stand firm, build trust, and bring stability to our relationships, even when the world’s promises fail.
If you missed the live service or want to reflect further, you can watch the full message above anytime after. We’ve also included discussion questions to dig deeper into the message and a handout with fill-ins to guide your reflection. You can find the handout by clicking the “Download” button above. Whether you watch this on your own or share it with your small group, we hope this message encourages you.
Discussion Questions
- What are some small, everyday actions that might reveal our faithfulness to God and others?
- In what ways do you think God tests our faithfulness through little things? Can you think of any recent examples in your life?
- How can the way we handle responsibilities that belong to others impact our own growth and blessings?
- When life gets tough, what helps you stay committed to God and to the people in your life? What makes it challenging?
- Why do you think persistence, even in tough times, is such an important part of faithfulness?
- How does our faithfulness affect the relationships we have with friends, family, and colleagues?
- Generosity often shows up in times of scarcity. How have you seen this play out in your life or the lives of others?
- What does it look like to use our talents and resources to serve others selflessly? Why is this a true test of faithfulness?
- Who is someone in your life that you would describe as faithful? How does their faithfulness impact you or others?
- How does being faithful to God influence the way we approach the people we’re trying to reach for Christ?
