What if every deep, aching sense of need in our lives is actually a gift from God? 3 TOOLS GOD USES TO SHAPE YOU Deut 8:1-3 D S U 3 GIFTS GOD GIVES YOU IN YOUR NEED Deut 8:3-4 His P His P His P 3 LESSONS THAT WILL STAY WITH YOU Deut 8:2; 3; 7-10 You’ll have a deeper understanding of You’ll develop a greater You’ll enjoy blessings without Questions for Further Reflection & Discussion What clothes are you still wearing that you've had for decades? Can you think of a time when you experienced growth or clarity during a season of struggle or lack? What did you learn about God—or yourself—in that season? Read Deuteronomy 8:1-10 and review the sermon outline. What stood out or connected with you most from the reading and message? Scarcity can feel like failure or punishment—how does Deuteronomy 8 invite you to see it differently? How do you tend to respond when things don’t happen on your timeline? What might God be doing in the delay? Where have you seen God’s provision show up in ways you didn’t expect? Looking back, how has God led you—even through times that didn’t make sense at the time? What practices help you stay dependent on God when life gets comfortable or successful? What is the difference between enjoying a blessing and worshipping it? Extra credit: For a deeper dive into Sunday’s message, check out the Unhurried with Doug Kyle podcast on YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts.