1. What does it personally mean to you that, in Christ, you are a “new creation” rather than simply a better version of your old self?

  2. How do people often define their identity by their past, their failures, or the opinions of others, and how does the message of the gospel challenge those labels?

  3. Scripture speaks about God giving us a new heart. Since you began following Jesus, where have you noticed Him reshaping your desires, attitudes, or priorities?

  4. What are some practical habits or rhythms that help you set your mind on eternal things instead of being dominated by the temporary pressures of daily life?

  5. In the story of the paralyzed man, he walked away carrying the mat that once carried him. What might a modern “mat” look like in someone’s life today, and how does embracing our new identity in Christ change the way we walk forward?