Hinds Feet on High Places Chapter 3 study guide

Flight in the Night

1. What awakened Much Afraid and why? How did she feel?
2. Have you ever had pangs of disobedience? What did you do about them?
3. There are several “songs” and “Canticles” quoted in the book? Where do you think these come from?
4. Where does Much Afraid go – and when? Was it hard for her to do? Why was she able to do it?
5. Where does she go next?
6. Do you think this shows Much Afraid’s trust in the Shepherd and why?
7. What does Much Afraid say to the Shepherd? Does she give an excuse for not following him when he passed her cottage? Did she assume she knew the Shepherd’s timing for leaving for the High Places?
8. Do you ever let failure to do what you think God is asking you to do stop you from further action out of fear of condemnation?
9. How did the Shepherd respond to Much Afraid?

(Edited the post so the questions are in it. - Liz)

Hinds Feet on High Places Chapter 2 study questions

Questions for 3/16/09.

Fearing Invasion

1. What does your morning song sound like?
2. Did Much Afraid really believe the Shepherd was able to change her?
3. What allowed the Fearings to be able to invade Much Afraids home?
4. Why do you think Much Afraid was not able to call out to the Shepherd when He walked by?
5. Are their opportunities we miss because we don’t seize them, out of fear?
6. Have you ever experienced subtle lies from the enemy overwhelming you until you found yourself locked in a prison cell or cottage?
7. What “provisions” are you feeding the enemy?
8. Who came to Much Afraid’s rescue? Why do you think she was able to cry for help this time? What brings you help or comfort when you use it?
9. How important are names in this book? What do you think of Mrs. Valiant. Can you surmise anything about her relationship with the Shepherd? Why do you think she lives in the Valley of Humiliation?
10. Why did Mrs. Valiant not scold Much Afraid for allowing her fearing relatives to come in and take control?

Hinds Feet on High Places Study 3/9 Summary

Our study on "Hind's Feet On High Places" last night was enjoyable and a growth experience for all those involved. We discussed Chapter One and talked about our own fears that stop us from growing closer to God. Childhood events, unhealthy relationships, prayers that seem unanswered are all things that seem to keep us from God. We learned we need to trust in God even when we "mess up" and realize that God looks upon us with compassion. We learned that each of us must journey to the High Places and that God has many promises for us. We also learned it's not an easy trip - right from the start, our we must learn to face our fears. If you are interested in the transcript - it is posted here. If you'd still like to join the study, we will be looking at Chapter's 2 and 3 next week. The study guide questions will be posted shortly! Please feel free to join us in our journey! Reading past transcripts can allow you to "catch up" to where we are! Be Blessed - deni

Prayer Request for QuietSoul's Niece

Please be in prayer for my niece, Jessica. She is extremely anorexic. She has been in inpatient treatment and was sent home a few weeks ago because of no insurance. She is down to 90 pounds and became ill at school. She was taken to the ER - her heart rate keeps dropping below 40. Her skin has a grey-ish ashen hue and she has developed a foul odor to her body. Please pray they can stabilize her enough to get her from Lafayette to Indianapolis where her specialist is. She is 16 and has been searching for God, but she is not a Christian.

Study Guide Questions for 3/9 - Hinds Feet on High Places

Chapter One:

1. What are the first words the Chief Shepherd says to Much Afraid? How well does the Chief Shepherd know Much Afraid? Do you think He knows what a challenge those words are to her?

2. When Much Afraid says "I cannot resist them", what is she telling us about her belief system?

3. Why does Much Afraid have to ask to go to the High Places? Why didn't the Chief Shepherd suggest it himself? Can you find a supportive scripture?

4. Why do you think Much Afraid will receive a new name?

5. What do you think the seed of love represents?

6. What do you think about the author's choice of the size and shape of the seed of love?

7. Who does Much Afraid meet on the way home? What is her response? Why do you think she forgot the Shepherd's words so quickly? Can you apply this in your own life?

8. Why was she afraid to look at the Shepherd? What would she have seen had she looked? What does this mean for us?

9. Can you relate to Much Afraid? In what ways?

10. What is your "Craven Fear"?

Happy reading and see you next Monday!

Hinds Feet on High Places Study 3/2 Summary

We had a great time Monday night as we started our journey in the "Hind's Feet on High Places" study. As some folks were still getting their books, our first study looked at how the book may have gotten it's title, the main settings of the book (the Valley of Humiliation and the High Places). We talked some about the main characters names - Much Afraid- and the Chief Shepherd and the family of Fearings. Already folks are seeing similarities in their own lives and the journey portrayed in the book! We had a great time seeing some old friends and making some new ones, too! Here is a link to the transcript.

http://peaceinchronicillness.ning.com/forum/topics/hinds-feet-on-high-places

I will be posting some study guide questions for next Monday night. Don't worry if you missed the first session, or even miss some along the way. The transcripts will be available. If you need a book, please let one of the admins know and we will get one to you if you can't afford one. Amazon has great deals on used paperback editions. Come join us!

Oh, we are considering starting a Sunday afternoon study for those who can't do the late evening one. If you are interested, please let me know by leaving a comment below!

Be blessed!

deni aka QuietSoul51

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