Moving From Duty To Delight

Digital Fast: Part 4- Delight

We’ve been so sedated by distraction, we’ve forgotten how to delight.

Discussion Questions

Start Talking

What’s a recent moment when you felt deep joy or delight?
- What made it special?
How has technology shaped your sense of joy or delight—positively or negatively?
The sermon mentioned that many of us are not addicted to sin, but to stimulation. Does this resonate with you?
- In what ways do you see this in your own life?
Have you ever felt numb or restless due to distractions like social media or entertainment?
- What did that look like for you?

Read This

Read Psalm 37
- Psalm 37 warns against fretfulness and envy (v.1). How have you seen comparison or worry steal your joy?
- Verse 4 says, "Take delight in the Lord." What does it mean to truly delight in God?
  - How is this different from simply obeying Him?
- Stillness is described as the soil where delight grows (v.7). How do you personally feel about stillness?
  - Is it easy or difficult for you to practice?
Read Zephaniah 3:17
- How does knowing this change your view of God and your relationship with Him?

What Now

What have you noticed during the Digital Fast that has brought you more joy or awareness of God?
The sermon encouraged us to take inventory of “old delights.” What’s something that used to bring you joy that you’ve lost sight of?
- How might God be inviting you back into it?
What are some practical rhythms you want to continue after the fast to guard your sense of delight?
How can we help each other move from duty to delight in our faith?
Do you feel it is a duty or delight to invite someone to join you at church?
- How can we pray for you as you prepare to invite someone to church this Easter?

God isn’t honored by duty alone. He’s honored when your duty becomes delight.

Additional Series Resources

Bible Reading Plan

Song: Forever by Kari Jobe