Patsy’s Calling: Questions to ponder and discuss

What did Patsy’s family do to support her childhood interest in the medical field? Should parents encourage and support childhood interests?
Do you believe God puts a “calling” on a person’s life?
Do you think it is possible that God helped Patsy diagnosis Lindsey’s leprosy?
Discuss the mutual experience of the Holy Spirit providing peace to the group huddled in the freezer during the violence of the tornado. What do you think about God’s protection over Spring Creek Falls while allowing the destruction of Cartersville?
Discuss ways that Patsy ministers to her patients. How does she example Christ’s love in her daily life?
Compare and contrast the lives of Rose and Tillie. Why is Rose looking forward to her death? Do you think God gives Christians the ability to look forward to everlasting life with Christ after death? Can a Christian truly reach a point where they are not afraid to die? Can Christians be confident that they will go to heaven when they die?
Discuss Tillie’s salvation. What may have kept her from seeking salvation earlier in her life? Should Patsy have approached Tillie again in an attempt to discuss salvation with her? Do you think God insured Tillie would have guidance by Pam when she was ready to open her heart and seek salvation?
Consider how Patsy’s friends support her when she faces a trial in her life. What does the Bible say about supporting fellow Christians during trials?
Discuss Austin’s resentment toward his 1st wife because of the abortion. Should Austin forgive Kathy for having an abortion? How can Austin find the ability to forgive? Can Austin forgive himself and be free of the guilt for not realizing what Kathy was intending to do and attempting to stop her? Will Austin be able to put this part of his life in his past until he finds a way to forgive?
How do you feel about Patsy seeking Gods will in the decision to marry Austin? Does God speak to us through His word? What about Patsy’s method of seeking God’s guidance by praying and then randomly opening her Bible requesting a message from God?

Patsy’s Calling: Questions to ponder and discuss

What did Patsy’s family do to support her childhood interest in the medical field? Should parents encourage and support childhood interests?

Do you believe God puts a “calling” on a person’s life?

Do you think it is possible that God helped Patsy diagnosis Lindsey’s leprosy?

Discuss the mutual experience of the Holy Spirit providing peace to the group huddled in the freezer during the violence of the tornado. What do you think about God’s protection over Spring Creek Falls while allowing the destruction of Cartersville?

Discuss ways that Patsy ministers to her patients. How does she example Christ’s love in her daily life?

Discuss Tillie’s salvation. What may have kept her from seeking salvation earlier in her life? Should Patsy have approached Tillie again in an attempt to discuss salvation with her? Do you think God insured Tillie would have guidance by Pam when she was ready to open her heart and seek salvation?

Consider how Patsy’s friends support her when she faces a trial in her life. What does the Bible say about supporting fellow Christians during trials?

How do you feel about Patsy seeking Gods will in the decision to marry Austin? Does God speak to us through His word? What about Patsy’s method of seeking God’s guidance by praying and then randomly opening her Bible requesting a message from God?