Questions for Discussion
- Nicki felt her mother didn’t approve of anything she did. How often do you seek self-worth in what other people think?
- Ethan believes that his time in the foster-care system disqualified him from being a good husband and father. What does the Lord tell us about overcoming our past?
- Nicki has the burden of saving her family business. Have you ever been in the position of having to carry the load for others? How did you feel?
- Traumatic events in our lives can force us to rethink who we are. Have you had an event in your life that made you reevaluate yourself and your future? Share ways that you found to help you.
- Nicki had a plan for her future and nothing was going to get in her way. How did her stubbornness complicate her life? Have you ever made a decision and refused to change it?
- Ethan used his camera as a shield to protect his emotions. How can avoiding our feelings lead to problems? What are some healthy ways to deal with our emotions?
- Do you think Ethan had good cause to doubt his ability to be a good father? Why or why not?
- Nicki’s greatest strength, her independent streak, was also her greatest weakness. Do you agree or disagree?
- Talking about our fears and pains is difficult but helpful. Have you found this to be true? Share your experience with others.
- Both Nicki and Ethan have a strong faith and proof that the Lord had carried them through difficult times, yet both failed to trust Him with certain heart matters. Why do you think they did that?
- Ethan benefited from a friend’s help and tried to reach out to help another. How can going through a difficult event enable you to help others?
- Both Ethan and Nicki were reluctant to express their feelings to one another. Do you think they should have spoken up sooner? Why or why not?