Overflow | Week 2 | The Attitude of Gratitude | Pastor Ryan DeFrain

Ryan DeFrain   -   December 1, 2025

Discussion Questions

1. Gratitude & Grace:
   Pastor Ryan taught that gratitude begins with experiencing God’s grace. How have you personally experienced God’s grace in a way that sparked gratitude?

2. Greed vs. Gratitude:
   Jesus warns us to “beware of every kind of greed.” Where do you see greed or comparison trying to creep into your own life? How can gratitude push against it?

3. Contentment:
   Paul teaches that “godliness with contentment is great gain.” What helps you cultivate contentment in your everyday life?

4. Overflowing Generosity:
   In what ways have you seen generosity—either yours or someone else’s—meet real needs or bring glory to God?

5. Practical Application:
   The sermon ended with practical steps such as morning gratitude, replacing complaints, and intentional generosity. Which one are you most challenged to practice this week, and why?
   

Notable Quotes

“A heart of gratitude is what unleashes a life of generosity.”

“Greed blinds you to the blessings you already have.”

“When gratitude fills your life, generosity becomes your practice.”