TALK SHEET Don’t Get Left Behind WEEK OF SUNDAY, July 4 Small Talk There have been so many great TV shows that revolve around a group of friends. What might be your favorite: a) The Odd Couple, b) Happy Days, c) Cheers, d) Seinfeld, e) Martin, f) Friends, g) The Big Bang Theory, or h) other? Explain. Bible Talk: Read Proverbs 12:26 We may not be able to choose everything about our lives: i.e. hair color, personality, hometown - but Proverbs tells us there is one thing we can choose - what is it? What word of advice or word of warning does Proverbs 12:26 provide? Why is this detail so important? Real Talk: Reflect on the Digital Listening Guide Do you agree or disagree with the following statement: Today we have more ways to communicate than ever before, and yet there is less connection happening than ever before. It’s not always easy to make friends. When or where do you think most people find friends? In Acts 13:36 we read a one sentence summary of David’s life. What words come to mind as you think about David’s life? Do you think of David as being surrounded by strong friends? David had 3 friends that played key roles in his life. Who were they and how did they shape David’s life? Looking at your own life who has had the greatest influence in the past? ...who has the greatest influence on your life in the present? Walk the Talk As you think about today’s study, ask yourself the following question: Do I have the right kinds of friends in my life? If not, which type of friend do you think you need most right now? Ask God to bring the right friends into your life. .