How do you stay motivated over the long haul? Appreciation is one of the most powerful tools for staying motivated and inspired to rebuild. 

CATCHING UP/LOOKING AHEAD 

1. Did you see any answers to prayer this last week? 
2. Who is one of the most thankful people you know? 

KEY VERSE 

How we thank God for you! Because of you we have great joy as we enter God’s presence. 

1 Thessalonians 3:9 NLT 

DISCOVERY QUESTIONS 

1. What person are you thankful for? 
2. How have others’ expressions of appreciation to you made 
3. an impact on your life? 
4. What do you think would help you be more appreciative 
5. and get better at expressing appreciation to others? 
6. What did this chapter say to you about how you express 
7. appreciation to God? 

LIVING ON PURPOSE 

God’s five purposes for each of us are evangelism, discipleship, fellow- ship, ministry, and worship. In this section, we’ll look at how we can take practical steps to fulfill one of those purposes based on the truths we’ve looked at in this study. 

MINISTRY

Write a note of thanks and encouragement to someone each day this week. 

PRAYING TOGETHER 

Pray prayers of thanksgiving to God together as you end your group discussion.