Relationship Goals Small Group Questions: Week 2

Mission-Driven Relationships

Overview

Week two of “Serious Relationship Goals” zeroes in on becoming mission driven. God created relationships for unified purpose, yet whatever God tries to unite, the devil schemes to divide. When couples, friends, or life-group members pursue a shared mission that flows from their God-given passions, they push back darkness together and fulfill Jesus’ call to make disciples.

Context

The video is designed for life-group discussion. After last week’s challenge to pray together, participants are now asked to explore how mission can re-focus marriages, friendships, and single life.

Main Points

The Enemy’s First Strategy: Division

• In Eden, the serpent isolated Eve and lied, planting doubt (“Did God really say…?”).
• Satan’s pattern remains: steal, kill, destroy relationships by separating hearts and planting suspicion.
• Jesus warned that “a house divided against itself cannot stand”; division drains spiritual power.

Discussion prompt: Married couples—name the recurring topic that sparks conflict (money, schedules, parenting, affection, etc.). Singles—identify frequent distractions that pull you from God.

The Power of Unity

• Amos asks, “Can two walk together unless they agree?” Agreement fuels momentum.
• Unity restores what division breaks, so fight for togetherness in purpose, not just in feelings.
• Two universal forces unite people:
  1. A shared mission.
  2. A shared enemy.
     Followers of Jesus possess both: a common enemy (the devil) and a clear mission (make disciples).

Discussion prompt: What currently unites you and your spouse—or you and other Christians? List passions beyond housing, hobbies, or sports.

God’s Single Assignment: Live on Mission

• The Great Commission was Jesus’ final directive—our “one assignment.”
• Jesus modeled the first mission trip: heaven to earth to show God’s love.
• Mission is not optional or future-dated; every believer is sent now, empowered by the Spirit.

Discovering Your Present-Season Mission

• Mission often evolves with life stages.
  • Story: Early in marriage, Craig and Amy poured energy into single-adult ministry and premarital preparation; now Amy invests in women exiting dire situations while Craig focuses on leadership teaching. They support each other’s current callings financially and prayerfully.
• Marriage exists so spouses can serve God better together; singleness is also a season for full-strength mission.
• Gifts, talents, and passions indicate where God wants to use you—teaching kids, fighting poverty, saving lives, serving in church, etc.

Application question: “What is your mission in this season of life?” Write it in one or two sentences and share it.

Key Truths

• Satan divides whatever God designs to unite.
• Unity releases spiritual strength; division sabotages it.
• A shared mission and a shared enemy galvanize believers.
• Jesus already defined the overarching mission: make disciples of all nations.
• Your current life stage shapes—but never removes—your personal calling.

Response

• Expose the specific issue or distraction the enemy uses to divide or derail you.
• Name one passion you and your spouse or close friends share for God’s kingdom.
• Draft a simple mission statement for this season and revisit it together this week.
• Take one tangible step (serve, give, mentor, volunteer) that aligns with your stated mission.
• Pray daily for unity and courage to live sent.

Closing

Relationships thrive when they move from self-focus to God-focus. Whether married or single, you were created for more than survival or comfort—you exist to advance the gospel together with others who share your passion and stand against the same enemy. Define your mission, fight for unity, and watch God multiply your impact.