Going Deeper in “Don’t Quit Now”
Read the following a few times:
Heb 12:12-24; Isa 40:28-31; Ps 73:26; John 15:4-5
Reflect on the following:
1. What do verses 12–13 mean by “strengthen your tired hands and weak knees”? What images come to mind?
2. How does the author describe the dangers of bitterness or giving up in verses 14–17?
3. What is the contrast between Mount Sinai (fear, trembling) and Mount Zion (joy, grace) in verses 18–24?
4. How do these images help weary Christians find perspective when they feel burned out?
5. When have you felt spiritually or emotionally too tired to keep going? How does this passage speak to that?
6. What are some “crooked paths” (v.13) in your life that need straightening, so you don’t stumble?
7. Esau traded away his inheritance for a single meal (vv.16–17). What are some ways we might “trade away” God’s grace when we’re exhausted?
8. What does it mean to you that we belong to an “unshakable kingdom” (v.28)? How does that help when life feels shaky?
9. Where do you usually turn when you feel burned out — and how does God invite you to turn to Him instead?
10. How can Christian community help strengthen those who are close to quitting?
11. What spiritual practices (worship, prayer, Sabbath, fellowship) most help you experience God’s renewing strength?
Challenges
1. Rest Challenge: Take one intentional block of time this week to rest in God’s presence instead of striving. Reflect on how it renews you.
2. Encouragement Challenge: Reach out to someone you know is weary or discouraged. Offer them strength through prayer or encouragement.