Myth vs Truth
Myth or Truth: “As long as I pray for her, I don’t need to show up for her.”
➡️ Discuss
James 2:17 — New Living Translation (NLT) 17 So you see, faith by itself isn't enough. Unless it produces good deeds, it is dead and useless.
A sister in your group suddenly becomes distant and stops attending.
➡️ Discuss: What would you do first?
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What is one practical way to support a sister beyond saying “I’ll pray for you.”
Sometimes, support goes beyond prayer.
What is one small act that can make a big difference in someone’s day?
Now, do it to someone in the room. :)
What is something many women silently struggle with but rarely admit in church spaces.
Why is it hard to be honest about this?
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Myth or Truth: “Jealousy is harmless if I don’t act on it.”
➡️ Discuss
James 3:16 states that "where you have envy and selfish ambition, there you find disorder and every evil practice" (NIV).
You overhear someone speaking negatively about another woman in your ministry.
➡️ Discuss: How would you handle it biblically?
Matthew 18:15 - “If your brother or sister sins, go and point out their fault, just between the two of you. If they listen to you, you have won them over.
What quality makes someone a safe person to open up to.
Proverbs 11:13 - A gossip betrays a confidence, but a trustworthy person keeps a secret.
Fill in the Blank : Proverbs 18:21 states, "_______ and ______are in the ______ of the _______, and those who love it will eat its_______.
Proverbs 18:21 states, "Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruit.
In one sentence, speak life into one. of the women in the room.
This behavior can damage sisterhood more than open conflict because it happens behind the scenes.
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➡️ Discuss: How can we address it in a healthy, biblical way?
Proverbs 16: 28 - A perverse person stirs up conflict, and a gossip separates close friends.
Myth or Truth: “We have to agree on everything to support each other.”
➡️ Discuss
Romans 14: 1 - Accept the one whose faith is weak, without quarreling over disputable matters.
A friend celebrates a blessing you’ve been praying for—but haven’t received.
➡️ Discuss: How do you respond with sincerity?
Romans 12:15 Rejoice with those who rejoice; weep with those who weep" (NIV)
This role involves holding someone accountable in love, not control.
➡️ Discuss: Why is accountability important?
Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 - "Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor: If either of them falls down, one can help the other up. But pity anyone who falls and has no one to help them up."
Serving another woman when it’s inconvenient reflects which Christ-like trait?
Selflessness - Philippians 2:3-4 Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests but each of.
Why do women struggle with feeling the need to be “strong” all the time.?
2 Corinthians 12:9 (NIV) states: "But he said to me, 'My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.' Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me."
Myth or Truth: “Correcting a sister is judgmental.”
Discuss
Galatians 6:1 (NIV) states: "Brothers and sisters, if someone is caught in a sin, you who live by the Spirit should restore that person gently. But watch yourselves, or you also may be tempted."
A sister confides in you, but what she shares concerns you deeply.
➡️ Discuss: When is it appropriate to involve others?
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Sometimes supporting a sister means doing this uncomfortable thing. What is that thing and why is it necessary?
Honesty - Proverbs 27:6 says- Wounds from a friend can be trusted, but an enemy multiplies kisses.
Being your “sister’s keeper” means doing this consistently—even when it’s not reciprocated.
LOVE 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 - Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. 7 It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.
“Who is checking on the strong friend?”
➡️ Discuss: How can we better care for women who seem like they have it all together?
Galatians 6: 2 - Bear one another's burdens
Myth or Truth: “I can pour into others even if I’m completely empty.”
➡️ Discuss:
Mark 6: 31 - Then, because so many people were coming and going that they did not even have a chance to eat, he (Jesus)said to them, “Come with me by yourselves to a quiet place and get some rest.”
You feel led to correct a sister, but you’re afraid it might damage the relationship.
➡️ Discuss: How do you approach her in love and wisdom?
Ephesians 4:15 - Instead, speaking the truth in love, we will grow to become in every respect the mature body of him who is the head, that is, Christ.
How did Jesus modeled being a support system to others?
John 13:34-35 A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my disciples
“What does it truly mean to be your sister’s keeper in today’s world?”
Hebrews 10: 24-25 ESV - And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near.
How does seeing others as God sees them shift your actions?
Genesis 1:27 So God created mankind in his own image, in the image of God he created them; male and female he created them.