Before the Session

• Have the Bible Background Video ready to view.
• Review today’s scripture text and the session activities to help better facilitate the discussion.
• Encourage your group to listen to the FaithElement podcast ahead of the next session (Share the link via email or social media).

Context (From the Current Session Page)

Read the story about John Calipari and his wife helping furloughed federal workers and ask:

• What did Calipari say was something in his past that motivated he and his wife to help the workers?
• Given what you read, what do you think his mother would think of his actions?
• What are some other times where people say they were motivated by stories their family had shared?
• When you look at your past, in what ways has your faith, as expressed through your stories, shaped your actions?

Content (From the Mind Session Page)

Read Psalm 71:1-6, and watch the Bible Background Video before asking the group: