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See what miracles unfold when you say “yes” to God.
In 2001, Gary and Peggy Ifft lived in Bloomington, IL. They had normal jobs, a normal home, a normal life. Then God called them out of the normal and into His mission.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Ethiopia
LANGUAGES: English, Czech, French, Portuguese, Spanish
Two Minute Short
This short was derived from the original film and works great for church gatherings.
Study
STEP 1: WATCH

Watch Gary & Peggy with your small group and allow time for reflection and observation after the film is finished.

STEP 2: READ

Read Matthew 19:16-30 out loud with your group and allow time for reflection and observation of the passage of Scripture.

STEP 3: SHARE

What can we learn about the condition of the young man’s heart from his first question to Jesus?

In verse 21, Jesus’ response sends the young man away sorrowful. What does this reveal about his priorities in life?

What areas of your life do you struggle with the idea of giving up in order to follow Christ? Be honest.

Verse 29, Jesus reveals that there are great rewards for following Him. How can we encourage one another to lay down our earthly hope, desires, and treasures in order to pursue Christ?

STEP 1: WATCH
Watch Gary & Peggy with your small group and allow time for reflection and observation after the film is finished.
STEP 2: READ
Read Matthew 19:16-30 out loud with your group and allow time for reflection and observation of the passage of Scripture.
STEP 3: SHARE

What can we learn about the condition of the young man’s heart from his first question to Jesus?

In verse 21, Jesus’ response sends the young man away sorrowful. What does this reveal about his priorities in life?

What areas of your life do you struggle with the idea of giving up in order to follow Christ? Be honest.

Verse 29, Jesus reveals that there are great rewards for following Him. How can we encourage one another to lay down our earthly hope, desires, and treasures in order to pursue Christ?

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