Control vs Surrender
He Gets Us
April 20, 2025 - Resurrection Sunday

Discussion Questions:

  1. What’s something small or silly that tends to bring out your controlling side (like Pastor Sean’s double drive-thru example)? Why do you think even little things can trigger that response in you?

  2. When you reflect honestly, what’s one area of your life where you try to stay in control the most? Is it a common area like finances, your image, or relationships? Is there another area entirely? Why do you think it’s hard to let go in that area? 

  3. Pastor Sean said, "What you try to control the most reveals where you trust God the least." How does that statement land with you? 

  4. Read Matthew 26:36-39 aloud. Jesus is in the Garden of Gethsemane the night before He is arrested. He was overwhelmed by what lay ahead, yet chose to surrender. What stands out to you most in this part of His story?

  5. You don’t always have the power to control, but you always have the power to surrender. What is the first thing that comes to mind when hearing this? Is there an area in your life right now that you sense God is asking you to surrender? What would the first practical step be to letting go?

  6. Paul wrote, “And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose for them” in His letter to the Romans. Have you ever experienced this playing out in your life—where something painful was eventually used by God for good? What helped you see that transformation?

  7. How can our group encourage and pray for each other as we take steps to live intentionally surrendered lives instead of controlled ones?

Additional Verses for Discussion:

  • Hebrews 4:15
  • 1 Peter 5:6-7
  • 2 Timothy 1:7
  • Romans 12:1
Bonus Ending Song: