What signs do we get, even early on, that Henry Myers is horrified by what he has done? Based on what we learn of Henry’s upbringing, why is he still in a terrible state a year after the robbery? Assuming people evaluate their lives once death is near, what do you think was Henry’s last thought before he passed out in the desert?

What are the things within our own culture that distract or get in the way of people hearing God’s Word about sin and salvation? Why is it wrong to think that certain people are so far gone that they cannot change? What makes true inner change possible?

Read Romans 10:13-17 and 1 Corinthians 6:9-11

The Redemption of Henry Myers

CHANGE

Think of all of the scenes in which Henry interacts with the family. How do they help to heal his body, his mind, and his soul? Marilyn explains that “We’ve forgotten how to trust strangers.” How does the idea of ”trusting strangers” fit with our contemporary world?

[Note: the Greek word for hospitality, “philoxenia,” literally means kindness shown to strangers.] What’s the relationship between “hospitality” and “hospital”? Why does God command us to be hospitable? Look at the examples of hospitality Jesus gives. How does each relate to human needs? What are practical ways we can practice hospitality?

Read Hebrews 13:16; Romans 12:13; and Matthew 25:34-26

The death of Will’s father is a watershed event in Will’s life. How does it impact Will’s initial interaction with Henry? How does it affect Will’s thoughts about his faith? When given the opportunity, why doesn't Will go through with avenging his father’s death?

How would you describe the difficulty of watching wicked people prosper, even while mocking God? How can you know that living a moral life really matters? How does knowing God will be just to the unrepentant free us to be merciful now?

Read Psalm 73:1-10 and Romans 12:18-21

How does Henry’s first idea of the Bible as a book of rules lead to his downfall? How do stories such as the Prodigal Son and the Good Samaritan change Henry’s view of God and salvation? In what ways do you see the principle of “mercy triumphs over judgment” playing out with various characters in the film?

How does the Law help us understand our condition before a holy God? Grace is getting what you don’t deserve. Mercy is not getting what you do deserve. How do grace and mercy benefit those who believe? How is “mercy triumphs over judgment” seen in daily life, and how is that a reflection of God’s relationship with us?

Read Romans 3:20-24 and James 2:1-13

HOSPITALITY

EVIL

LAW, GRACE, & MERCY