Week One

Olden Days

SEEDS TO SOW: WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR FAVOURITE ‘OLD DAYS’ OF OUR FAITH AND HOW DO THEY INSPIRE YOU TODAY? *

Read Matthew 28: 1-10

Coming with fresh eyes to the empty tomb — what do you notice? What stands out to you in this reading? Are there any details that you find interesting, intriguing or confusing?

This moment from the ‘old days’ of our faith is ever-new to us followers of Jesus! Do you see anything new in this text today, a new insight or a new sense of what it means for you today?

Read 2 Corinthians 5: 16-21 & Colossians 3: 1-17

We are new creations called to new lives!

What does it mean in daily life for the peace of Christ to rule in your heart? (See Colossians 3: 15)

How can this reading help us to shape our priorities?

Read Jeremiah 6: 16 

This week, as we think about how the old days of our faith inspire our new days of faith, let’s think about the various ‘new shoes’ that can help us find these old paths! Let’s walk the walk!

So, what are some examples of ‘new shoes’ that can help us find the ancient paths? In other words, what are some new things we could try to help us connect with God and where God would have us go? If you’re in a group you could share examples from your own life in case they inspire others. It could be trying new habits like praying at the same time every morning, or it could be examples of particular writing, music or art that has recently helped you connect with God.

* SEEDS TO SOW: These are open-ended and optional prompts and are designed for people wanting to develop their own resources in response to the themes. Perhaps if you are using this material as a group you could use these prompts to inspire a time of prayer, or drawing, or creative writing? They are a short and sweet, simply a starting off place for you and your imagination. Tailor and develop as suits your group.