1. Dillon claims that he has changed for the better. While there are hints that he has indeed moved on from his adulterous and vengeful ways, there are also indications that he may not have changed as much as he thinks he has. Do you believe he’s really changed? What do you think will happen between Dillon and Porsha?
  2. Porsha feels compelled to make a few changes in her life, but she initially has difficulty following through on doing the right thing. What are some reasons people might find it difficult to do the right thing? What are some practical things we can do to help ourselves follow through on our convictions?
  3. Raven’s social media channels become one of the main avenues through which she manipulates her congregation. In what ways do you think social media can be a pitfall for leaders? In what ways do you think it can be helpful? Should the boundaries in social media use be different for authority figures? If so, in what ways?
  4. Raven’s ministry grows tremendously despite the fact that she lacks a genuine desire to adhere to the Bible’s teachings or to help other people. What do you think were the main factors in the church’s growth? Do you think it’s possible to detect corruption within religious organizations? If so, what are some things you would try to look for?
  5. Porsha begins a women’s ministry called Daughters of Ruth (exclusively for single women), which was met with positive reception. Would you want to join a men’s or women’s ministry? If yes, what are some of the issues that you would want to discuss?
  6. Porsha undergoes a radical change of heart, even though nothing in her circumstances had drastically changed. What do you believe were the factors that brought about this change in attitude and perspective? Have you ever had an experience in which you felt like you had to change your habits and/or general direction in life? If so, please share.
  7. Raven blackmails Porsha by threatening to release Porsha and Dillon’s sex tape. If you were Porsha, what would you do? If you had known what Dillon was planning, would you have agreed to use D.C. to threaten Raven the way he did? Do you agree with how Dillon handled the situation?
  8. Porsha steps down from the pulpit because she knows that it is not her calling to be a minister. Why do you think some people choose professions or lifestyles that are not in line with their passions, talents, and purpose? How important do you think it is to live according to your calling? Do you feel that you are doing so? Please share why or why not.
  9. New Vision Ministries is hit with shocking and very disappointing news about its leaders. If you were a member of the congregation, what would you do? Would you forgive either Porsha or Raven and stay at New Vision Ministries? Or would you leave and find another church?
  10. Porsha has made many friends and enemies due to her vast wealth, and at times it can be difficult to differentiate between the two. All Porsha wants is to live in peace without drama, so what are some things that Porsha can do to prevent drama from happening to her again? How can she be more discerning with people who may be using her for her wealth?
  11. Raven is arrested, criminally charged, and will likely go back to prison. Do you think that this experience will teach Raven a lesson, or will it only fuel her desire to seek revenge against Dillon?
  12. This novel is full of characters, especially leaders, whose outward titles and appearances do not match their inner private lives. Do you think that leaders should be held more accountable for this inconsistency? If you saw an inconsistency in one of your leaders, what would you do?