In life, each person has 3 buckets.

1) Things in our control. All these times, we need to take action. Do the work.

2) Things in our influence. We don’t have control, but… we can do something: communicate. Ask questions. Ask for help. Offer solutions. See what is possible.

3) Things outside of our control. These are the most challenging. Best we can do is wait. But, waiting isn’t passive and doing nothing. Pray. Focus on your role. Trust God. And keep growing in grace.

Discussion

• What are some items in your life that could fill each bucket?
• Why do you think you are tempted toward procrastination instead of action?
• How do many people confuse the difference between things in our control and things in our influence? What are the dangers?
• What is the wisdom to waiting? What is the difference between passive vs active waiting? What disciplines help you toward active waiting in faith?
• Which bucket brings you the most peace? the most problems? How do you think close friends in your life would answer these questions about you? Explain any insights.