Seasoned with Grace (25 page)
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Authors: Nigeria Lockley
Discussion Questions
1.
In chapter one Grace questioned how her friend had managed to escape the photographers' lenses. Have you ever gotten into trouble with a friend and borne the brunt of the consequences? What impact did that have on the relationship?
In chapter one Grace questioned how her friend had managed to escape the photographers' lenses. Have you ever gotten into trouble with a friend and borne the brunt of the consequences? What impact did that have on the relationship?
2.
During the discussion of the terms of Grace's probation, Ethan requested that they stop for prayer. What is your stance on mixing your faith with workplace interactions?
During the discussion of the terms of Grace's probation, Ethan requested that they stop for prayer. What is your stance on mixing your faith with workplace interactions?
3.
Grace refers to Ethan's zeal for converting her as the “honeymoon phase.” What are your thoughts about those who actively try to convert someone to Christianity?
Grace refers to Ethan's zeal for converting her as the “honeymoon phase.” What are your thoughts about those who actively try to convert someone to Christianity?
4.
Early on, readers are introduced to Grace's alcohol problem. Do you think that something should have been done sooner to help her? What steps would you have recommended?
Early on, readers are introduced to Grace's alcohol problem. Do you think that something should have been done sooner to help her? What steps would you have recommended?
5.
Who do you think is most responsible for Grace's alcohol and drug addiction?
Who do you think is most responsible for Grace's alcohol and drug addiction?
6.
What are your views on abortion?
What are your views on abortion?
7.
There is a clear attraction and chemistry between Grace and Ethan. Do you believe that Ethan is over Grace?
There is a clear attraction and chemistry between Grace and Ethan. Do you believe that Ethan is over Grace?
8.
The Bible instructs Christians “to be angry and sin not.” Have you ever struggled with controlling your anger? In what ways has your faith helped you control your temper?
The Bible instructs Christians “to be angry and sin not.” Have you ever struggled with controlling your anger? In what ways has your faith helped you control your temper?
9.
At first Grace was hesitant about pursuing a relationship with Horace because of his financial situation. What are your financial prerequisites for a relationship?
At first Grace was hesitant about pursuing a relationship with Horace because of his financial situation. What are your financial prerequisites for a relationship?
10.
Horace was unwilling to enter into an “unequally yoked” relationship with Grace. Do you find that to be true for most Christian men?
Horace was unwilling to enter into an “unequally yoked” relationship with Grace. Do you find that to be true for most Christian men?
11.
When Grace began modeling, she was taken advantage of by a photographer. What are your thoughts on children entering the entertainment business at a young age?
When Grace began modeling, she was taken advantage of by a photographer. What are your thoughts on children entering the entertainment business at a young age?
12.
Are there any points of trauma or situations in your life that have held you hostage or have held you back from being who God intended you to be?
Are there any points of trauma or situations in your life that have held you hostage or have held you back from being who God intended you to be?
13.
Grace was able to find a purpose for her pain. Have you found the purpose for the pain in your life? Are you walking in that purpose?
Grace was able to find a purpose for her pain. Have you found the purpose for the pain in your life? Are you walking in that purpose?
14.
What are your predictions for Horace and Grace's future together?
What are your predictions for Horace and Grace's future together?
About the Author
Nigeria Lockley possesses two master's degrees, one in English secondary education, which she utilizes as an educator with the New York City Department of Education, and a second in creative writing.
Born at Dawn
is Nigeria's first published novel. Nigeria serves as the vice president of Bridges Family Services, a not-for-profit organization that assists student parents interested in pursuing a degree in higher education. She is also the deaconess and clerk for her spiritual home, King of Kings and Lord of Lords Church of God. Nigeria is a New York native who resides in Harlem with her husband and two daughters. Join her online at
www.nigerialockley.com
.
Born at Dawn
is Nigeria's first published novel. Nigeria serves as the vice president of Bridges Family Services, a not-for-profit organization that assists student parents interested in pursuing a degree in higher education. She is also the deaconess and clerk for her spiritual home, King of Kings and Lord of Lords Church of God. Nigeria is a New York native who resides in Harlem with her husband and two daughters. Join her online at
www.nigerialockley.com
.
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