Write Your Vision and Run with It!

Discussion Guide

Before We Begin

Our goal today is to explore how God gives us vision and empowers us to pursue it. As we discuss, let’s encourage one another and share openly about our journeys.

Opening Question

What’s the biggest dream or vision you’ve ever had for your life? How has that vision evolved over time?

God’s Vision for Us

Read Together: Habakkuk 2:2-3 (ESV)

“Write the vision and make it plain on tablets, so he may run that reads it. For still the vision awaits its appointed time, it hastens to the end it will not lie. If it seems slow, wait for it; it will surely come; it will not delay”

Additional Scriptures to Consider:

• Proverbs 29:18 – Different translations reveal different aspects:
  • “Where there is no vision, the people cast off restraint”
  • “Without revelation people run wild”
  • “Where there is no vision, the people perish”
• Hebrews 12:1-2 – Running our race with endurance
• Proverbs 3:5-6 – Trusting God’s direction
• Jeremiah 29:11 – God’s plans for our future

Vision in Action

When we spend time with God consistently and focused, He reveals His vision for our lives. Consider these examples:

• Henry Ford had a vision of a car for every family
• Bill Gates had a vision to put a computer in every home
• Most importantly, Jesus had a vision to seek and save the lost (Luke 19:10)
  • He lived this out through:
    • Preaching the gospel to the poor
    • Healing the brokenhearted
    • Setting captives free
    • Regular prayer and time with the Father

Discussion Questions

1. Have you written down your life vision and mission? What has God placed on your heart?
2. What storms or challenges are trying to blow you away from your vision?
3. How do you stay confined to your mission when distractions come?
4. Rate your current level of focus and prayer regarding your vision. What could change?
5. Who supports you in pursuing God’s plan? How can this group help?

Biblical Response

1. A vision keeps us moving despite chaos
2. A vision constrains us to God’s path
3. Like Habakkuk, we’re called to live by faith
4. We must lay aside hindering weights
5. Staying connected to Jesus (the Vine) sustains us

Personal Application

Take time this week to:

1. Write down your vision and mission for the coming year
2. Reflect on what God is placing on your heart – both continuing and new directions
3. Outline your goals in key areas:
   • Spiritual growth
   • Personal development
   • Family relationships
   • Professional calling

Closing Thought

Remember: God has given us everything we need for life and godliness through knowing Him (2 Peter 1:3). Our visions matter because they’re part of His bigger plan.