May 2026 Wednesday Study Questions

May 6: Strength Is Overrated
1. What does it mean to you to stay strong? Why do you think society values human strength and independence so much?
2. Recall a time when you tried to be strong in the face of a challenge. What happened? What did you learn about your own strength?
3. Do you have a hard time admitting that you are tired, frustrated, or overwhelmed? Is it easier for you to admit these feelings to God or to other people? Explain.
4. How does Jesus’ crying out to God before his crucifixion 
encourage you turn to God when you’re in need? Who else in scripture reminds you that it is okay to cry out to God?
5. How do you feel God’s comforting presence in times of weakness? In what ways does God give you strength in these times?

May 13: In-Between Days
1. What songs are most meaningful to you? What lessons have you learned from these songs?
2. On which mountains and valleys in life have you felt God’s presence most distinctly?
3. Do you fail to notice God’s presence on the ordinary days? Why or why not? What helps you take notice of God even when life is busy or mundane?
4. How do you intentionally turn toward God on your ordinary days? In what ways do you avoid becoming distracted or thinking that you can do it all without God?
5. What scripture verses remind you to turn to God even when you are between the mountains and valleys?

May 20: God’s Trail Map
1. Have you ever followed a path only to realize that you were offtrack? What happened?
2. When have you felt distant from God? What helped you draw closer to God? What did this teach you about staying connected to God?
3. How does scripture help you find direction? What spiritual practices are the most helpful when you feel confused about which way you should go?
4. Why do you think it is easy for us to get distracted from the path God wants us to follow? How does your church community help you to remain focused on God’s path?
5. What guidance in scripture has helped you the most on your spiritual journey? How do the verses you find most helpful change depending on your circumstances?

May 27: When Easy Is Hard
1. Recall a time when you were given instructions that seemed easy but were actually difficult to follow. What were the instructions? What did you do?
2. When has someone helped you follow confusing instructions? When have you helped someone in this way? What did this teach you about asking for help when you need it?
3. Do you find God’s word easy to understand and apply? Why or why not? What do you do when you find God’s word hard to understand?
4. When has God helped you through a big challenge? How do you ask God for help and wisdom when you are facing a significant obstacle?
5. How can you tell when you need to turn to God for wisdom and guidance? What happens when you don’t turn to God for help? What happens when you lean into God’s instruction?