Theme: God's power among us gives us strength.

Breaking Open the Word
Suggested text for faith sharing: Today's Gospel

Step One: Listen to the Word
When you hear the reading today, what word or phrase caught your ear? What really struck you in today's reading?

Step Two: Look into Your Life

Question for Children: What is one way you can be closer to Jesus today?

Question for Youth: We are assured that God will be with us as we go through life, so what strategy do you use to keep God in mind as you deal with the ups and downs of life as a young adult?

Question for Adults: Share about a time when life's struggles were so difficult for you that you nearly "threw in the towel." What signs did you see then that God remained with you?