An Introduction to You Lost Me
An Introduction to
You Lost Me
View “An Introduction” on the DVD
Discuss the Following with Your Group
In addition to David Kinnaman, six people are featured in this video series. They are
Which person or people do you most identify with from their comments in the introductory clip? Why?
David Kinnaman introduces three types of “you lost me” stories. Nomads identify as Christians but are not active in the church or in their pursuit of Christ. Prodigals have left both the church and Christianity—they no longer identify as Christians. Exiles are passionate about faith in Christ but feel torn between church expectations and engagement with the wider culture.
If you are a young adult, which of these stories do you most identify with? Why?
If you are an older adult, which of these stories have you observed playing out among young adults in your family and/or faith community? How?
David views Barna Group’s research, such as the scientific surveys and interviews done for You Lost Me, as a bridge that can help different groups of people better understand each other. What do you hope to accomplish as your group begins this study?
Spend some time in group prayer as you bring this session to a close or before moving on to “Session 1: Overprotective.” Pray for the Spirit to grant wisdom and guide your community’s conversations during the next few weeks.