For our final study together in this Overlooked series, we examine five courageous women who faced a crisis with grace. As we unpack their bold response, we will see how it correlates to believers today as we relate to God, to others, and to our future.

I. The Crisis (v. 1)

II. The Courage (vv. 2-4)

III. The Confirmation (vv. 5-11)

IV. The Correlation

Talk with God: Ask the Lord to fill you with the courage to boldly face crises and dilemmas with faith and grace.

Talk with others: If you’re walking through a difficult season, reach out to your Connect Group and invite them to stand with you in prayer, encouragement, and support.

Talk with kids: Why were the kings of Israel considered evil?

Most of us have a hard time saying this man’s name, but Paul knew it well. He was a loyal friend to the apostle, especially in his darkest hour. In just three verses we find six characteristics of this wonderful man who’s been overlooked for far too long. If you have a friend like this, you’re blessed.

I. Refreshing

II. Repetitious

III. Risk-Taking

IV. Resolute

V. Renowned

VI. Rewarded

Talk with God: This week, take time to thank the Lord for the true friends He’s blessed you with, as you pray over their lives.

Talk with others: Ask your friends how you can come alongside them as “iron sharpens iron” (Proverbs 27:17) in their walk through this season of life.

Talk with kids: What is the wise way to live?

I. He Was a Genuine Disciple

II. He Was a Gentle Disciple

III. He Was a Generous Disciple

Talk with God: Ask the Lord how He’s inviting you to greater generosity with your time, resources, attention, and compassion.

Talk with others: In your Connect Group, discuss practical ways you can be known for your love for others (see John 13:35).

Talk with kids: Why was the queen amazed by Solomon’s kingdom?

Anna is one of the Bible’s most unusual women. She, along with a man named Simeon, had spent a lifetime in loyal service to God and was finally able to meet her Messiah. Though only three verses give us all the information we have about her, it’s sufficient to get a profile of her.

I. Spiritual

II. Venerable

III. Single

IV. Faithful

V. Vocal

Talk with God: Meditate on Lamentations 3:25–26 this week, and surrender the things you’ve been holding too tightly, trusting the Lord and His perfect timing.

Talk with others: Encourage your Connect Group to remain deeply rooted in God’s Word as they walk through their present season.

Talk with kids: Why is knowing God and following Him most important?