1. Where are you feeling the “storm” right now? Whether personally, in family, or in our church, where do you sense the waves rising? How does naming it out loud change the way you feel?

2. Jehoshaphat said, “We do not know what to do, but our eyes are on You.” What does it look like to practically keep our eyes on Jesus when life feels overwhelming?

3. Praise acknowledges who God is, not our circumstances. In your current situation, which attribute of God do you most need to remind yourself of? (Examples: His peace, power, goodness, wisdom, presence)

4. Praising God is both personal and corporate. Which one comes more naturally for you — praising privately or praising with others? Why do you think that is?

5. “Praise before the breakthrough” (Faith-Praise) Can you think of a time when you thanked God before He answered — or would you like to try that now in your storm? What might you choose to praise Him for before you see the outcome?

6. Praise as a lifestyle. What small, realistic practice could you begin this week to grow in daily praise? (Examples: one-minute praise prayer, read a praise Psalm aloud, worship song on your commute, breath prayer)

7. End in prayer for your FRANCES.