Drew Oakley

June 4th 2023

Whether fueled by fear, insecurity, or a past event, many of us have excuses that hold us back. They can come from lot’s of places but they won’t take us anywhere we really want to go.

1. How would you characterize yourself in terms of overcoming obstacles? Would you say you press through them? Or do you procrastinate or run when obstacles come up? In light of this message, do you feel most of those obstacles are reasons or excuses? Explain.

2. Have you ever exposed and discarded a personal excuse? If so, what did that process entail?

3. During the message, were you reminded of something you tell yourself as a way of avoiding responsibility or opportunity?

4. Read Hebrews 12:1–2 aloud. Are there excuses you've made that have kept you from living out your faith? Are there excuses that have kept you from growing? If so, what are they?

5. Have you been lying to yourself?