Wisdom begins in wonder.
-Socrates
What do you think about this?
-Jesus (Matthew 21:28)
A good, well-timed, thoughtful question can turn drab into fab! Here are some qualities of a great, relationship-building question. Open-ended not closed allows for more than one word answers. After asking, allow silence to process. Follow it up with, “Tell me more about…” Listen for understanding without interrupting. What compelling question will you ask a child this week?
Starter examples:
- What if…
- Rate from 1-10 (why?)…
- Tell me…
- Why do you think…
- How would you feel when…
- Can you help me understand…
- What did you learn from…
Lord, you asked questions that moved people to wonder about God. Help me to be like you.
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