In the past what were some changes to your circumstances that you were looking forward to the most for a fresh start (graduating, getting married, having kids/grandkids, new job, retiring, etc.)? Or what circumstances do you most wish you could change right now to get a fresh start? Why were/are those changes to your circumstances never good enough to give you real lasting joy?

What promises have you made and broken to yourself and others the most about overcoming sin and getting a clean start? How do God’s better promises give you the hope you need for real change? What sins do you need to repent of and experience a clean start by God’s grace?

In what ways did you experience a genuine fresh start when God saved you? What were some of the biggest positive changes in your life that you praise God for?

How are you experiencing an on-going fresh start with Jesus every day? What new mercies has he shown you lately that you are grateful for?

In your current circumstances what about Jesus as our better Adam and better Noah amazes you the most or gives you the most joy, hope, or peace?