Discussion Questions

1. What do you think was the most important lesson in the story for Tanya? Curtis? Adrienne?

2. Why do you think Tanya went out of her way, trying to work things out with Curtis? Was it love, obligation, Alicia, etc.?

3. Do you believe that Curtis's corrupt way of living was a result of some childhood situation?

4. What are your feelings on Tanya's reaction after finding such disturbing information in Curtis's office? Would you have reacted the same?

5. Do you agree with Nicole's decision in terms of not wanting to advise Tanya about her marital situation, even though they were best friends?

6. Do you think Curtis genuinely loved Alicia, and that deep down he really did want to be a good father to her?

7. Why do you think Curtis became so consumed with money, power, and women?

8. Do you think Curtis is an example of many pastors throughout this country? Is Tanya typical of most pastors' wives? Is Adrienne an example of many women in the church?

9. Prior to reading CASTING THE FIRST STONE, had you ever experienced a similar situation with your own pastor/church leader or do you know someone who has?

10. What do you think is happening with the moral values of Christian leaders in this country and why?

11. Do you believe Curtis wanted to do the right thing, but really couldn't help doing the things he did? Did he have a problem with sexual addiction or was it that he simply just wanted more than one woman in his life?

12. What do you think is the most serious problem in the church today? ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

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