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Teaching Video and Audio Files
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We are sons and daughters of the Almighty God, image-bearers of Christ the King. When this is our first identity, we begin to live differently, as co-heirs to God’s Kingdom and confident in our Maker.
Jasmine's Story
Debriefing Questions
- 1. How do you identify with Jasmine? Have you been to jail? Are you a single parent? We’re you raised as a single parent? Who’s been neglected?
- 2. Is Jasmine someone you would trust? Why or why not?
- 3. Who's a "Big Mama" in your world?
Lesson Videos
1-1 | Imago Dei
1-2 | Who Am I?
We are sons and daughters of the Almighty God, image-bearers of Christ the King. When this is our first identity, we begin to live differently, as co-heirs to God’s Kingdom and confident in our Maker.
Jasmine's Story
Debriefing Questions
- 1. We talked last week about being made in the image of God. Jasmine really struggled with believing this concept. How can you relate?
- 2. Kenya felt judged by her Uncle when she got pregnant. Have you ever felt judged by someone for a choice you made? If so, how did it make you feel?
- 3. Jasmine is unsure about getting her assessment results and how it can tell about who she is? Are you skeptical about the results you’ll get today? If so, why?
Lesson Videos
2-1 | Ant & Grasshopper 1
It is important to know where you’ve been, so you can know where you’re going. Reflecting on your past, recognizing positive and negative influences in your personal story, and understanding how it affects your present position in God’s bigger story gives one power to overcome life’s obstacles.
Jasmine's Story
Debriefing Questions
- 1. Do you think Jasmine is making the right relationship choices? Why or why not?
- 2. Zeke makes the statement, “The environment you’re in, shapes the way you think and process the world.” Do you believe this and how much of it is true for you?
- 3. How would you have responded to Jamal’s phone call?
Lesson Videos
3-1 | Parable of the Sower
3-2 | Ant & Grasshopper 2
It is important to know where you’ve been, so you can know where you’re going. Reflecting on your past, recognizing positive and negative influences in your personal story, and understanding how it affects your present position in God’s bigger story gives one power to overcome life’s obstacles.
Jasmine's Story
Debriefing Questions
- 1. Do you think it’s pointless for Jasmine to want to get married? If so why?
- 2. Is Jasmine being too hard onherself? How can you relate?
- 3. Are there words you speak to yourselfthat tear down rather than build up?How can you improve your self-talk?
Lesson Videos
4-1 | Where Am I From?
4-2 | Who's Your Hero?
God has a designed plan and purpose for each person He creates. We spend a lifetime discovering and fulfilling that purpose. When we do so, we bring Him glory. Once you have clarity in what you were created for, you gain confidence and motivation to move forward in that design.
Jasmine's Story
Debriefing Questions
- 1. Before he introduces himself,we see Jasmine’s skepticism inassuming negative motivations ofthe pastor and church leaders whenshe thinks they’re going to makeher do community service. Are youguilty of assuming negative motivesin others? If so, why?
- 2. In this story, we see servantleadership displayed as the pastorand church leaders wash Jasmine andher friend’s feet. What do you thinkabout this action? How do you showservant leadership and where haveyou seen it displayed in your life?
- 3. The group recognizes anoverwhelming fear of death, but also thestrange fear of becoming successful.How do you relate to either of these?
- 4. Jasmine is beginning to thinkabout her greater purpose in life(her calling)? Have you ever thoughtabout this before? Are you excitedto talk about it now?
Lesson Videos
5-1 | Joy vs. Happiness
5-2 | What is Calling?
God has a designed plan and purpose for each person He creates. We spend a lifetime discovering and fulfilling that purpose. When we do so, we bring Him glory. Once you have clarity in what you were created for, you gain confidence and motivation to move forward in that design.
Jasmine's Story
Debriefing Questions
- 1. Zeke says that he is not sorry for spending time in jail even though he didn’t do the crime. How do you think he came to that mindset?
- 2. Do you think Keith is a distraction for Jasmine? Do you think it would be right for her to get involved with him? How can you tell?
- 3. Jasmine speaks about young people needing guidance. How is this true where you are from?
- 4. What are your thoughts about the final notice?
Lesson Videos
6-1 | Ant & Grasshopper 3
6-2 | Finding Purpose in Pain
In 2 Kings 4, we are introduced to a widow, confronted with the dilemma of losing her children because of her deceased husband’s debt. She calls on the prophet Elisha, who asks her, “What do you have?” (v2). The widow replies that she has nothing before realizing that she has one jar of oil. Too often, our mindset is one of scarcity, believing that we don’t have anything of significance. But our God is a God of abundance, and He provides for us in ways seen and unseen.
Jasmine's Story
Debriefing Questions
- 1. Why do you think Jasmine decides to go to a therapist? Do you think she needs to?
- 2. Why do you think Jasmine has not gone to therapy before?
- 3. Like Jasmine, do you see the need to know your tangible and intangible assets?
Lesson Videos
7-1 | God Provides: Widow & Oil
7-2 | Widow & Oil Contextualization
In 2 Kings 4, we are introduced to a widow, confronted with the dilemma of losing her children because of her deceased husband’s debt. She calls on the prophet Elisha, who asks her, “What do you have?” (v2). The widow replies that she has nothing before realizing that she has one jar of oil. Too often, our mindset is one of scarcity, believing that we don’t have anything of significance. But our God is a God of abundance, and He provides for us in ways seen and unseen.
Jasmine's Story
Debriefing Questions
- 1. Why do you think Jasmine wants to escape? Have you ever felt like that?
- 2. How do you think Jasmine feels seeing all of her stuff on the curb?
- 3. Should Jasmine be blaming herself?
Lesson Videos
8-1 | Sequoia Teaching
8-2 | Ant & Grasshopper 4
Once you realize what you have, it’s time to understand who it belongs to. God tells us throughout Scripture that everything is His. Money, time, land, power, everything belongs to our Father in Heaven. If you know who owns your resources, the way in which you use them will be transformed.
Jasmine's Story
Debriefing Questions
- 1. How important do you think community is for Jasmine? What role does good community play for you?
- 2. Tamika comments that there are things you can and can’t control. What are your thoughts on that?
- 3. It must be scary and uncomfortable for Jasmine to think about leaving the home she knows. Do you think she should leave for this opportunity?
Lesson Videos
9-1 | In the Beginning, God Worked
Once you realize what you have, it’s time to understand who it belongs to. God tells us throughout Scripture that everything is His. Money, time, land, power, everything belongs to our Father in Heaven. If you know who owns your resources, the way in which you use them will be transformed.
Jasmine's Story
Debriefing Questions
- 1. What do you think of the Judge's decision and the outcome of the court case?
- 2. As you complete Restoration Path today, what can you relate to in the changes in Jasmine life throughout her program?
Lesson Videos
10-1 | Parable of the Bags of Gold
10-2 | Generosity
10-3 | Ant & Grasshopper 5
10-4 | Leaving it all at the Cross
Graduation is a time to celebrate!
Graduation | Conclusion
Session Resources
All Sessions: Scripture Memory
Participants should check out the YouVersion Bible App and search Plans for "Restoration Path." Here you will find each of the verses suggested for memorization throughout the program. In the app, they can create an image for the background on their phone or take notes about what God is saying to them through that verse!
Session 1: Personality I.D.
Please watch both videos below in preparation for facilitating the Personality I.D. Assessment in Session 1.
Graduation
Certificate
Click image to download a template Graduation Certificate. Fill in participant's name, purpose and have all facilitators sign and present it at graduation.
Affirmation Cards
Graduation is a time of affirmation. Click the image above to create Affirmation Cards for each participant. Cutting guidelines are outlined for you.