More Small-Group Discussion Questions for Teens
3. Friendship and Influence
Scripture: Proverbs 13:20; 1 Corinthians 15:33
- What do your closest friends say about who you are becoming?
- How do you influence your friends spiritually? How do they influence you?
- What does it mean to be a friend like Jesus?
- How can we be more intentional about friendship in this group?
4. Purpose and Calling
Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16; Romans 12:4-8
- What purpose do you think God has for your life, and why?
- What gifts or passions do you think God has placed in you?
- In what area can you shine your light this week?
- How might your calling show up in your future career, school, or relationships?
5. Sin and Grace
Scripture: Psalm 51; 1 John 1:9
- Why is it so hard to admit when we’ve messed up?
- What’s the difference between conviction and condemnation?
- How do you experience God’s grace personally?
- When you sin, how can you know God still loves you?
6. Culture and Faith
Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16; Romans 12:2
- Where do you see culture pulling you away from God?
- How do you balance being in the world but not of it?
- What does it mean to live as salt and light in today’s world—on social media, at school, in politics?
- If Jesus was your “influencer,” how would your life look different?
7. Spiritual Growth & Habits
Key Scriptures: Philippians 4:6-7; 2 Timothy 3:16-17
- What spiritual habit (prayer, Bible study, worship, evangelism) comes easiest to you, and why?
- When do you feel closest to God?
- What distracts you from spending time with God?
- What’s one thing you can try this week to grow spiritually?
8. General Life-Application Questions
- What’s one thing God is teaching you right now?
- Which Bible verse can you try to live out this week?
- What will you take from this discussion into your daily life?
Now it’s your turn: What tips do you have for small-group discussion questions for teens? How have you used small groups to minister to students?
