Even though EQ is a new idea to us, God had it in mind all along.
Talking Points:
- EQ measures your emotional and relational health. It’s the ability to know yourself and to empathize and understand others. Psalm 139:1, Proverbs 2:3
- God created us as emotional, relational, and spiritual beings. By nature, these components are broken in all of us. Genesis 1:31, Jeremiah 17:9
- A relationship with God makes you a healthy and whole person. God changes you from the inside out, impacting the spiritual, emotional, and relational. Matthew 22:37-39, 1 John 1:7, John 10:10
Discussion:
- Initial reactions? What jumped out at you?
- Share about a person in your life who seems to have high EQ. What qualities do they have that you admire? Share about a person in your life who seems to have low EQ. What qualities do they have that drive you crazy?
- Why do you think EQ is a better predictor than IQ for success in life? Why is the ability to understand others important to healthy relationships?
- Read Genesis 1:27-31. Why do you think God made a point to say “very good” when he created us? What do you think it means that you were created in the image of God? How does knowing that you are an image bearer of God change the way you look at yourself?
- Read Jeremiah 17:9. How have you seen people deceived by their feelings?
- Read John 10:10. How have you seen the enemy kill and destroy relationships? What does a rich and satisfying life look like?
- Read Matthew 22:37-39. How will growing in your love for God (spiritual) impact the way you view yourself (emotional) and others (relational)?
- What’s your action step based on today’s topic?
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