1. Matthew is devastated when he learns his sister and her husband are going to lose their farm and he’ll lose his house. Think of a time when you felt lost and alone. Where did you find your strength? What Bible verses helped you? Share this with the group.
2. Daniel helps Matthew decide to stay by offering to give him a room in his house. Why do you think Daniel felt compelled to open his house up to Matthew?
3. Lindsay feels God is giving her a second chance when Matthew decides to stay. Have you ever experienced a second chance? What was it?
4. Which character can you identify with the most? Which character seemed to carry the most emotional stake in the story? Was it Lindsay, Matthew, or someone else?
5. Betsy and Earl believed they were shielding Matthew from hurt when they kept the truth about their financial problems from him, but it’s still painful when Matthew finds out. Do you think Betsy and Earl’s decision to withhold that information was justified? Have you ever found yourself in a similar situation? If so, how did it turn out? Share this with the group.
6. When Lindsay and Matthew break up, she turns to her older sister for solace. Does someone in your life help you through difficult times? How does this person help you?
7. By the end of the story, Matthew realizes he can’t leave Lindsay or Bird-in-Hand. What do you believe made Matthew change his mind? Share this with the group.