Genesis 1:4, 31, 1 Corinthians 15:33, Proverbs 13:20 “God saw that it was GOOD.” Genesis 1:10, 12, 18, 21, 25 Genesis 2:18 18 The Lord God said, “It is not good for the man to be alone. (MULTILINE) How do I find the right friends: Know what I’m looking for. (MULTILINE) Proverbs 27:17, Proverb …
Jesus is still transforming cities through His Church. Ephesians 3:14-21 (MULTILINE) 1. Every believer needs a growing relationship with Jesus (MULTILINE) 2. Every believer Needs a growing faith Disciples make disciples. Faith is contagious (MULTILINE) 3. Every believer needs to grow in the love of …
Acts 2:42 1 – The church is God’s Plan (MULTILINE) 2 – God expects believers to gather Hebrews 10:24-25 (MULTILINE) 3 – Jesus had a heart for the church Luke 2:45-49 Luke 4:16 John 17:20-23 (MULTILINE) Why We Need the Church: 1 – The Church facilitates relationships 2 – The Church gives me accountab …
Exodus 6:6-7 The Cup of Sanctification. “I will bring you out” — Know God. 2. The Cup of Deliverance. “I will free you” — Find Freedom. 3. The Cup of Redemption. “I will redeem you” — Discover Purpose. 4. The Cup of Praise. “I will take you as my own” — Make a Difference. What is the Holy Sp …
Psalm 100: 1-5, Exodus 12-17 Psalm 100:4 – Enter his gates with thanksgiving and His courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name. (MULTILINE) What steals our gratitude: 1 – Forgetting God’s goodness (MULTILINE) 2 – Comparing God’s goodness James 3:16 – For wherever there is jealousy a …
Picture of Grace 1 – We are brought to a table we don’t deserve Because we are at the table: There is joy instead of worry There is peace instead of being unsettled There is no room for comparing There is no room fro complaining I should make room for others (MULTILINE) 2 – I am in the chair Because …
Genesis 2:2-3, Exodus 20:8-11, Mark 2:27-28, Matthew 11:28-30, Mark 2:27 Tips to find rest: Prepare in advance. Set boundaries. Practice. Figure out what works for you. Make it routine. What is the Holy Spirit saying to me: (MULTILINE)
Nehemiah What is keeping you from a good work? (MULTILINE) 1. A busy soul. (MULTILINE) Nehemiah 1:11 2. A tired soul. (MULTILINE) Nehemiah 4:10, Matthew 11:28-30 3. A prideful heart. (MULTILINE) Nehemiah 3:5 4. An oppressed soul. (MULTILINE) Psalm 32:3-5, Nehemiah 9:3 What is the Holy Spirit s …
Nehemiah 4 3 ways discouragement sets in: Voices Nehemiah 4:1-3 Results Nehemiah 4:6, Nehemiah 4:10 Rubble Nehemiah 4:10 (MULTILINE) Getting the job done: Worship / Prayer Nehemiah 4:4, Nehemiah 4:14 Remember Nehemiah 4:14 Community Nehemiah 4:16-22 (MULTILINE) What is the Holy Spirit saying …
Nehemiah 1:4-5, 1:6-8, 2:2, 2:4-5, 2:11-16, 2:17-18 1 – Pray for the work Pray before you move Pray while you move Prayer aligns you with God’s plans (MULTILINE) All Christians Should Have a Passion for the Lord All Christians Should Have a Passion for People All Christians Should Have a Passion for …
Nehemiah Change begins with conviction. (MULTILINE) Nehemiah 1:2-4 2. Have you lost your passion? (MULTILINE) Revelation 2:4 3. What has God put in your heart?(MULTILINE) Matt. 22:37, Matt. 22:39, Colossians 3:23, Nehemiah 4:6 Nehemiah 4:6 So we rebuilt the wall till all of it reached half i …
Ephesians 5:21-25, Mark 10:2-9, Matthew 19:10 Marriage, Divorce, Reconciliation & Remarriage What should a biblical marriage look like? 1 ) Covenant Matthew 19:6 2) Teamwork Genesis 2:24 3) Grace and Forgiveness What is the Holy Spirit saying to me: (MULTILINE)
What do you do when you feel like you can’t make it? “Why, my soul, are you downcast? Why so disturbed within me?” (Psalm 42:5) “I am worn out from my groaning…all night long I flood my bed with weeping.” (Psalm 6:6) “My life is poured out in misery; days of suffering possess me…I cry to you, O God, …
1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 Be ready: 1) Be sanctified 1 Thessalonians 4:3 (MULTILINE) 2) Be comforted 1 Thessalonians 4:18 (MULTILINE) 3) Be Engaged 1 Thessalonians 5:6 (MULTILINE) 4) Love deeply 1 Thessalonians 2:7-8 (MULTILINE) What is the Holy Spirit saying to you: (MULTILINE)
Open-Handed Issues vs. Foundation-Level Truths. How old is the Earth? What language did Adam and Eve speak? What are some good resources to figure out these questions and get background on scripture? (MULTILINE) Biblically, is it okay to marry someone of a difference race? (MULTILINE) Why don’t mira …
Sin –> Consequences –> <– Deliverance <– Repentance James 1:15 – Then, after desire has conceived, it gives birth to sin; and sin, when it is full-grown, gives birth to death. (MULTILINE) 1 – Life is prone to be cyclical 2. Cycles can be broken (MULTILINE) What is the Holy S …
Acts 17:1-11, Ephesians 4:13-14, 1 Corinthians 13:11 How to answer hard questions: Step 1: Go to the Word of God 2 Timothy 3:16 (MULTILINE) Step 2: Listen to the Holy Spirit John 16:13, 1 Corinthians 2:12 (MULTILINE) Step 3: Ask the right questions 1 Thessalonians 5:21 (MULTILINE) Step 4: Involve th …
John 20:21 Going is: 1 – An action Matthew 4:19 (MULTILINE) 2 – An investment Luke 10:33-35, John 4:6-10 (MULTILINE) 3 – Consistent Matthew 14:14 To serve others To invest in others To lay our lives down (MULTILINE) You are called to be part of writing someone’s story What is the Holy Spirit saying …
John 20 KNOW GOD FIND FREEDOM DISCOVER PURPOSE MAKE A DIFFERENCE John 20:18 …“I have seen the Lord!”… John 20:13 , “They asked her, “Woman, why are you crying?” 1. One assumed the worst. 2. One investigated but hesitated. 3. One believed. What is the Holy Spirit saying to me: (MULTILINE)
John 18:4-5 – Jesus, knowing all that was going to happen to him, went out and asked them, “Who is it you want?” Jesus of Nazareth,” they replied. “I am he,” Jesus said. Exodus 3:14 – God said to Moses, “I am who I am. This is what you are to say to the Israelites: ‘I am has sent me to you.’” (MULTI …
John 15-16 The working of the Holy Spirit: He brings conviction. John 16:8 This brings life He will guide you John 16:13 This brings growth He transforms John 16:21-22 This works to make us people of perseverance He is empowering us John 16:23-25 This causes us to make a difference What is the Holy …
John 13 & 14 (John 13:1-17) John 13: 1 …Jesus knew that the hour had come for him to leave this world and go to the Father. 3 Jesus knew that the Father had put all things under his power… 5 After that, he poured water into a basin and began to wash his disciples’ feet…. 10 Jesus answered, “T …
John 11:3 – So the sisters sent word to Jesus, “Lord, the one you love is sick” 1 – Mary and Martha do not explicitly ask Jesus to come heal their brother. (MULTILINE) 2 -Their statement is based on who Jesus is, not who they are. (MULTILINE) 3 – Jesus’ relationship to Lazarus (MULTILINE) Two ways p …
John 9:1-12 Why does God “allow” suffering in the world? Free will. Free will & love. Oops. Genesis 2-3, Romans 5:12 (MULTILINE) Suffering is not the absence of love. John 11:5-6 God gives meaning to pain. John 9:3, Romans 8:28 What is the Holy Spirit saying to me: (MULTILINE)
Jesus leads with love & compassion. John 6:60, Matthew 9:36, John 8:1-11 Jesus meets people where they are. Luke 19:1-8 Jesus addresses the sin, he doesn’t attack the sinner. John 8:10-11 Jesus speaks the truth. John 5:14, John 8:11 What is the Holy Spirit saying to me: (MULTILINE)
John 5 & 6 The missing verse. John 5:3-4 (MULTILINE) The crowds reaction. John 5:5-6 (MULTILINE) 38 years. John 5:5-7, 10-11 (MULTILINE) Do you want to get well? John 5:6 (MULTILINE) “Do you want to get well?” What is the Holy Spirit saying to me: (MULTILINE)
John 3 & 4 Truth #1 – Belief is what saves John 3:16 (MULTILINE) Truth #2 – Jesus is the only way John 3:36, John 3:18 (MULTILINE) Truth #3 – Belief has power John 4:48-50 (MULTILINE) Truth #4 – Belief leads to action John 4:48-50 (MULTILINE) Truth #5 – Belief can take time (MULTILINE) What is t …
1 – The Word is Jesus and He is God (MULTILINE) 2 – He is the light He offers salvation The light continually searches us (MULTILINE) 3 – He shows us the mission (MULTILINE) 1 – Do you see Him clearly 2 – Are you letting His light search you 3 – Who are you saying “come and see” to (MULTILINE) What …
Daniel 6:6-10 Why → How → Breakthrough → Culture (MULTILINE) 1 – Inspired by moments (MULTILINE) 2 – Create systems Daniel 6:10 (MULTILINE) What systems do I need to add to my life? (MULTILINE) 3. Build culture Daniel 6:16 What culture am I trying to build in my life? (MULTILINE) What is the Holy …
Daniel 10 1 – The battle started when Daniel prayed. Daniel 10:12 (MULTILINE) 2 – There was a real spiritual war happening. Daniel 10:12-13 (MULTILINE) 3 – If you want something bad enough you need to pick up your sword. Daniel 10:7-8 Mark 9:28-29 (MULTILINE) 4 – You don’t know how close you are. (M …
Matthew 6:5-15 How to pray: STEP 1: honor Matthew 6:9 STEP 2: surrender Matthew 6:10 STEP 3: provision Matthew 6:11, Matthew 7:9-11 STEP 4: forgiveness Matthew 6:12, 14-15 STEP 5: protection Matthew 6:13 What is the Holy Spirit saying to me: (MULTILINE)
Luke 9:21-25 21 Jesus strictly warned them not to tell this to anyone. 22 And he said, “The Son of Man must suffer many things and be rejected by the elders, the chief priests and the teachers of the law, and he must be killed and on the third day be raised to life.” 23 Then he said to them all: “Wh …
POINT 1 – Comfort is nice, but it never changes anything. (MULTILINE) POINT 2 – God sees more in you than you do. (MULTILINE) POINT 3 – Your contribution matters more than you think it does. (MULTILINE) POINT 4 – God builds unlikely teams for great missions. (MULTILINE) POINT 5 – Small faithfulness …
1 – The wise understand the heart of generosity Proverbs 19:17 (MULTILINE) 2 – The wise recognize the impact of generosity Proverbs 11:25, Proverbs 3:27 (MULTILINE) 3 – The wise trust God with their generosity Proverbs 3:9-10, Proverbs 21:26 (MULTILINE) 4 – The wise plan to be generous Proverbs 21:5 …
Proverbs 15:14, Luke 10:38-42, Matthew 22:36-39, John 21:3-11 Baptism Sunday: – Thank God for the decisions made today. – Pray that they continue to pursue God for all the days of their lives. – Pray that God will reveal to you what your next step is. This week: What do I prioritize in my life? (MUL …
Proverbs 26:4, Proverbs 26:5 1 – Sometimes the wisest response is silence. Proverbs 26:4, Luke 23:8-11, 2 Kings 18:36 (MULTILINE) 2 – Some situations demand a response. Proverbs 26:5, Matthew 22:23-33 (MULTILINE) 3 – Jesus perfectly balances both silence and speech. (MULTILINE) 4 – How do we know wh …
Proverbs 24:10-12, Esther 1-10 Pressure reveals character. Proverbs 24:10, Esther 4:13-14 (MULTILINE) God calls his people to rescue the perishing. Proverbs 24:11, Esther 4:16 (MULTILINE) God will hold us accountable for our opportunities. Proverbs 24:12, Esther 7:3-4 (MULTILINE) PERHAPS YOU WERE MA …
Psalm 99 Holiness in me: 1 – Changes how I see myself Isaish 6:5 (MULTILINE) 2 – Changes how I see others Matthew 9:36, Isaiah 6:5 (MULTILINE) 3 – Inspires my service Isaiah 6:8, Romans 12:1 (MULTILINE) 4 – Reshapes my attitude Colossians 3:23-24 (MULTILINE) 5 – Is determined by my proximity James …
Psalm 34:8-18, Psalm 139:7-10, Mark 4:35-41 God’s presence is relational. Exodus 33:14 2. God’s presence is comforting. Psalm 34:15-18, Psalm 34:8 3. God’s presence is convicting. Hebrews 4:12-13, Proverbs 27:6 “Why are you afraid? Do you still have no faith?” – Mark 4:40 What is the Holy Spirit s …
Psalm 99:1-9 1 – What do we know about holiness? Peter 1:15-16 Goodness and Holiness are not the same, but there is overlap Matthew 5:48, Exodus 3:4-5, Leviticus 2:1-2 Holiness has to do with our proximity to God To be Holy is to be set apart Psalms 99:1-3, Exodus 20:8, Leviticus 27:30 (MULTILINE) 2 …
Psalm 18 Our Rock is our Strength The key -Submission Our Rock is our Refuge The key – Stop, remember, and proclaim Our Rock is our Redeemer Psalm 18-16-19 a. The key – Acknowledge the mistake, allow Him to fix it. Practically: Identify what is unstable. Remember your Rock. Wait and declare. What is …
Psalms 139:1-24 What does it mean that God is all-knowing? God’s knowledge Is. Psalm 139:4 God’s knowledge is Immeasurable. Isaiah 40:28 God’s knowledge is General and Specific. Psalm 139:1 What does God’s all-knowing nature mean for me? My past is forgiven. Romans 5:8 He’s present in my present. Ps …
John 3:16, Romans 3:23, Romans 6:23, Acts 16:23-24 1 Corinthians 4:1 This is how one should regard us, as servants of Christ and stewards of the mysteries of God. How to steward the gospel well: Don’t forget the purpose. Live out it’s teachings. Protect the truth. Make disciples. What is the Holy …
Genesis 12:2 The two wheels to maximize our blessings: The Wheel of generosity. Malachi 3:10, Luke 6:38, 2 Corinthians 9:6–7, Matthew 7:9-11 2. The Wheel of stewardship. Matthew 25:14-27, Proverbs 21:5 1. Plan diligently & budget faithfully. 2. Invest wisely. God blesses us ——> We bles …
Stewarding our time Psalm 90:1-4 – Lord, you have been our dwelling place throughout all generations. Before the mountains were born or you brought forth the whole world, from everlasting to everlasting you are God. You turn people back to dust, saying, “Return to dust, you mortals.” A thousand year …
Numbers 13:25-33, Numbers 13:1-2 Your mind is a Battleground. Proverbs 23:7, Numbers 13:27 The danger of negative thoughts. Numbers 13:32, Proverbs 25:19 Negative thoughts distort reality. Negative thoughts grow when shared with the wrong people. How to steward our thoughts well: 2 Corinthians 10:5, …
Ephesians 6:19-24, 3:1, 4:1 1. The order matters. Part 1. Our identity. Part 2. Our conduct. Part 3. Our battle. 2. The perspective matters. 3. The call matters. • Boldness to do what you’re called to do. • Encouragement to keep doing what you’re called to do. • Peace to finish what was started. Wha …
Romans 12:2, Proverbs 4:32, Ephesians 4:22-23, 1 Timothy 1:7 Beliefs produces Thoughts/Emotions reinforces shapes
Belief produces thoughts/feelings reinforces shapes Results create actions/behaviors Galatians 5:22 “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness.” (EVS) (MULTILINE) 1 – Your confession is shapi …
Ephesians 6:10-18 GOOD NEWS: We are prepared for battle. Revelation 12:3-9, Genesis 3:1, Daniel 10 You know the truth. Ephesians 6:14 It’s not about my failures, it’s about his victory. Ephesians 6:14, 2 Corinthians 5:21 Jesus gives you peace. Ephesians 6:15 You’ve got help. Ephesians 6:16 You’re no …
1 – Know what you’re getting into (MULTILINE) 2 – This is tough Genesis 3:16 To the woman he said, “I will make your pains in childbearing very severe; with painful labor you will give birth to children. Your desire will be for your husband, and he will rule over you.” (MULTILINE) 3 – This is teamwo …
4 Things to pray for: We would be a repentant church Resistance to the Gospel would dissolve Salvation for 1000’s of people God to pour His Spirit out 1 Corinthians 11:20-29 The table should provoke: Gratitude Unity A renewed commitment to both: To Jesus To others What is the Holy Spirit saying to y …
Ephesians 5: 15-20, Proverbs 22:3, Proverbs 13:20, Proverbs 26:11 Don’t live like fools. INSTEAD Make the most of every opportunity. Don’t act thoughtlessly. INSTEAD Understand what the Lord wants you to do. Don’t live under the influence. INSTEAD Live under the influence of the …
Ephesians 5:10-14, 1 Thessalonians 5:21, 1 Corinthians 11:28, Psalm 139:23-24, Hebrews 5:14 What am I discerning? What pleases the Lord: Live in obedience to what He has revealed in His Word.(MULTILINE) Seek God’s will in your daily life.(MULTILINE) Evaluate your choices through the lens of His char …
Matthew 11:2-6, 2 Kings 5:10-12, Acts 16:11-16 5 Things about unmet expectations: We must look around. God uses unmet expectations to redirect us to eternal matters. Disappointment helps peal off layers of the flesh. 1st – we look up 2nd – we must look in Closed doors/unmet expectations are often a …
Genesis 12 Faith is hearing and heeding the call. Genesis 12:1 (MULTILINE) Faith is bigger than you for a reason. Genesis 12:2-3 (MULTILINE) Faith requires movement. Genesis 12:4 (MULTILINE) Faith requires perseverance. Genesis 12:5-6 (MULTILINE) Faith requires relationship. Genesis 12:7-8 (MULTILIN …
Hebrews 11:32-40 To be a person the world is not worthy of: We must be faithful behind the scenes. (MULTILINE) We must obey regardless of the outcome. (MULTILINE) We must be unchanging in suffering. (MULTILINE) Suffering: Leads to joy Psalm 23:1-6, Psalm 16:11 (MULTILINE) Reveals idols in our lif …
Acts 12:1-16 Lessons in prayer: Believe what you’re praying for. Mark 11:22-24 (MULTILINE) Pray until you believe. Psalm 34:4-8, Malachi 3:10, Mark 9:17-29 (MULTILINE) Pray like you’re the only one in the fight. Acts 12:13-15, James 5:16 (MULTILINE) Bow your head, but every now and then… look up. …
2 Timothy 2:15-18 1 – Faithfulness behind the scenes is not wasted Hebrews 6:10 (MULTILINE) 2 – It’s rewarding Proverbs 11:25 Matthew 5:7 (MULTILINE) 3 – Encouragers help stir the flame in others (MULTILINE) 4 – Encouragers bear burdens Galatians 6:2, 5 (MULTILINE) 5 – Encouragers refresh, they don’ …
2 Chronicles 34 1 – The Word determines what we give worth to (MULTILINE) 2 – The Word’s power is lost through neglect Hebrews 2:1 (MULTILINE) 3 – The Word helps discern the motives of our heart 4 – The Word will change what we value Romans 12:2 (MULTILINE) 5 – The Word empowers enduring change Psla …
2 Samuel 15, 17, & 19 Lessons from Barzillai: 1. Serve to Serve.(MULTILINE) 2 Samuel 17:27-29, Colossians 3:23-24 2. If you can, you should.(MULTILINE) 2 Samuel 17:27-29 3. Service Isn’t seasonal.(MULTILINE) 2 Samuel 19:31–37, Matthew 9:35-38 4. Elevate others Instead of Yourself.(MULTILINE) 2 …
1 Peter 2:4-5, 9-20; Genesis 28:12-22 The church is a place where we learn to depend on each other. (MULTILINE) Church is a place where we connect with God. (MULTILINE) Church is a place where God speaks to us. – Correction. – Direction. – Inspiration. (MULTILINE) Church is a place of commitment. (M …
The church is called to GO: 1 – Be Available Acts 8:26, Matthew 5:14-16 (MULTILINE) 2 – Be Willing Acts 8:29-30, 1 Peter 3:15 (MULTILINE) 3 – Be Obedient Acts 8:27, James 1:22-25 (MULTILINE) 4 – Be Attentive Acts 8:30 (MULTILINE) 5 – Be Bold Acts 8:34-35, Romans 10:14-15 (MULTILINE) Romans 10:14-15 …
Ephesians 4:25-32 The church is the practice field for living in the world. (MULTILINE) We Learn: – To speak truthfully Ephesians 4:25 -To handle our frustrations Ephesians 4:26 – To encourage others Ephesians 4:29 (MULTILINE) – To handle our emotions Ephesians 4:31 – To develop compassion for other …
Today’s question: Is Jesus really the Son of God? Point 1 – There was a body 1. Biblical Sources John 19:33–34 But when they came to Jesus, they saw that he was already dead, so they didn’t break his legs. One of the soldiers, however, pierced his side with a spear, and immediately blood and water f …
Revelation 5:8 ; Revelation 8:3-5 3 Things: Be faithful Be flexible Fill the bowl Pray for repentance 2 Chronicles 7:14 Ask God to pour His spirit out Joel 2:28 Pray that God would draw lost people to him John 6:44 Pray that all resistance to the Gospel would dissolve 2 Corinthians 4:4 What is the H …
Luke 24:1-9 Resurrection power Offers forgiveness Ephesians 1:7 Gives new life Colossians 2:10 John 11:25 Creates turn arounds Luke 24 Acts 9 Brings joy in trials 1 Peter 1:6-8 The key to resurrection power: surrender. What is the Holy Spirit saying to you: (MULTILINE)
“Very truly I tell you, whoever believes in me will do the works I have been doing, and they will do even greater things than these, because I am going to the Father. And I will do whatever you ask in my name, so that the Father may be glorified in the Son. You may ask me for anything in my name, an …
PRAY FOR THE LOST Question 1: How do I know that the Bible is reliable? Archeological evidence. (MULTILINE) Biblical consistency. (MULTILINE) We can confirm: The Bible is about real people and real places. There have been no substantial changes to the Bible. (MULTILINE)
Then the word of the Lord came to Jonah a second time. (Jonah 3:1 NIV) Sometimes what we call a problem, God calls PROVISION. (MULTILINE) While you’re WAITING, God is still WORKING. (MULTILINE) To truly repent is to change your mind so DEEPLY, it changes you COMPLETELY. (MULTILINE) God isn’t looking …
Numbers 14:21-24 The wilderness: – A place God can supply for you – A place you can survive – Is not a destination Getting out of the wilderness: Endurance(MULTILINE) Courage (MULTILINE) Remove the options(MULTILINE) What is the Holy Spirit saying to you: (MULTILINE)
Genesis 19: 21-26 A trait of half hearted Christianity: -Contratual Faith Evidence: You will be disappointed(MULTILINE) Wordly priorities(MULTILINE) Spiritual Apathy(MULTILINE) What is the Holy Spirit saying to you: (MULTILINE)
Matthew 11:28 – Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. True followers are more focused on surrender than comfort (MULTILINE) Revelation 3:14-17 2 Samuel 11:1-4 (MULTILINE) Traits of comfortable Christians: 1 – Apathy 2 – Isolation 3 – Blindness 4 – Missed opportuni …
Ephesians 5:1-9 Who are you imitating? Ephesians 5:1, 1 Peter 1:15-16, Ephesians 4:14 (MULTILINE) How to imitate God: Walk in love. Ephesians 5:2, 1 John 3:16 (MULTILINE) The enemies of Christlike love. Ephesians 5:3-5 (MULTILINE) Don’t be fooled. Ephesians 5:6-9 (MULTILINE) What is the Holy Spirit …
Genesis 33:1-17 Dealing with pain, conflict, and reconciling relationships: 1 – Pray 2 – Sometimes silence is best Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry. – James 1:19 (MULTILINE) 3 – Respond to the Father When they hurled their insults at him, he did not retaliat …
Genesis 32:22-32 3 take aways when wrestling with God: 1 – The real problem is you are wrestling with God (MULTILINE) 2 – Wounds are normal (MULTILINE) 3 – Surrender is better than (MULTILINE) Drawing close in the struggle: 1 – Pray when you don’t feel like it (MULTILINE) 2 – Obey when it doesn’t m …
Genesis 27:18-29, James 3:4-5, Proverbs 16:24;18:20-21 Words frame our future Words set the course Our words determine our reality (MULTILINE) Using our words correctly: Speak in agreement with God Speak life Speak praise and thanks (MULTILINE) What is the Holy Spirit saying to you? (MULTILINE)
Genesis 25: 19-34 Lies we tell ourselves about our identity: This is just how i am. Genesis 25: 24-26, 29-31 I would be content if I had what they have. Genesis 25: 22-23, James 3: 14-16 I have to take things into my own hands. Genesis 25: 23, Proverbs 3: 5-6 How do I protect my identity: Know what …
1. Be an extra mile Christian Matthew 5:41 – “If anyone forces you to go one mile, go with them two miles.” (MULTILINE) 2. Be okay with being uncomfortable Luke 9:23 (MULTILINE) 3. Be aware that God loves to interrupt our schedules Proverbs 16:9 James 4:13-15 The open door you are praying for might …
Ephesians 4:25-32 1. Speak Truthfully 25 Therefore each of you must put off falsehood and speak truthfully to your neighbor, for we are all members of one body. Colossians 3:9-10 – Do not lie to each other, since you have taken off your old self with its practices and have put on the new self, which …
Psalm 63 (MULTILINE) I draw close to God by: 1 – A commitment to God Psalm 63:1 (MULTILINE) 2 – Choosing His presence Psalm 63:2 (MULTILINE) 3 – Awareness of God’s goodness Psalm 63:3 (MULTILINE) 4 – Willingness of praise Psalm 63:4 (MULTILINE) What is the Holy Spirit saying to you? (MULTILINE)
Express appreciation for Him continually drawing us to Himself. Commit to drawing near to Him this year. Pray and ask God how you can make room at your table for others this year like God has continually made room for you. How is the Holy Spirit speaking to you today (MULTILINE)
Genesis 37:3-4 , Genesis 37:23-28 , Genesis 39:20-23 , Genesis 41:38-41 , Genesis 45:4-8 Tired – Finding strength in the struggle. Genesis 45:7-8 (MULTILINE) Thankful – Grateful in every season. Genesis 41 (MULTILINE) Hungry – I want more. “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, …
2 Corinthians 5:20 1 – Reaching people will make us uncomfortable (MULTILINE) Matthew 9:10-13 2 – Reaching people will require humility (MULTILINE) John 13:12-15 Philippians 2:3 3 – When reaching people, there will be some conflict (MULTILINE) 4 – Reaching people will require an investment from us L …
1 – We have to embrace our identity 1 Peter 2:9 Ephesians 2:10 (MULTILINE) 2 – We need to understand the importance of community Hebrews 10:25-26 (MULTILINE) 3 – The power of persistence Galatians 6:9 Matthew 7:7-8 (MULTILINE) 4 – The victory of faith 1 Corinthians 15:27 Psalm 108:13 (MULTILINE) Wha …
1 – Reach the strangers Colossians 1:20-21 Invite Be welcoming Reach out to those around you Tell your story (MULTILINE) 2 – Move from being strangers to a family Ephesians 2:18-19 Small Groups Honesty with others Be confidential Make it your goal to see them succeed (MULTILINE) 3 – Move from family …
2 Corinthians 9:6-12 1 Timothy 6:18 Generosity: It is an action based on gratitude. Keeps us from being self-centered. Philippians 2:3-4 Matthew 6:21 It brings increase. Proverbs 11:25 Brings the promises of God to life. Genesis 22:16-18 What is the Holy Spirit saying to you: (MULTILINE)
John 13:12-17 Thoughts on serving: 1. Service isn’t about getting credit. Acts 9:1-4 (MULTILINE) 2. Service is a mindset, not a checklist. Psalm 37:4 (MULTILINE) 3. I’m not gifted for my sake. 1 Peter 4:7-11, Philippians 2:3-4 (MULTILINE) 4. Submission is not a lesser position. John 13:12-17 (MU …
“When you fast, do not look somber as the hypocrites do, for they disfigure their faces to show others they are fasting. Truly I tell you, they have received their reward in full. But when you fast, put oil on your head and wash your face, so that it will not be obvious to others that you are fastin …
Luke 17:11-18 Good things —> Joy —> Thankfulness Thankfulness —> Joy (MULTILINE) When should a Christian be thankful? 1 – Thankful in the good Luke 17:17 Jesus asked, “Didn’t I heal ten men? Where are the other nine? 18 Has no one returned to give glory to God except this foreigner?” If we …
Luke 22:39-46 39 And he came out and went, as was his custom, to the Mount of Olives, and the disciples followed him. And when he came to the place, he said to them, “Pray that you may not enter into temptation.” And he withdrew from them about a stone’s throw, and knelt down and prayed, saying, “F …
Ephesians 2:10-13 For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago. 11 Don’t forget that you Gentiles used to be outsiders. You were called “uncircumcised heathens” by the Jews, who were proud of their circumcision, even th …
Luke 16:19-31 (MULTILINE) An invitation looks like: 1 – Inviting people to salvation 1. Philip has an experience with Jesus 2. Philip goes and tells his friend the good news 3. His friend is skeptical. 4. Philip is persistant 5. Nathanael’s life is changed (MULTILINE) 2 – Inviting people to chu …
1 Corinthians 11:23-26 (MULTILINE) Communion: It is a meal shared with someone. To visit, to fellowship To catch up To talk about serious things To reconnect To show that you are in agreement. (MULTILINE) It’s a time to reflect. What He did for us My heart towards the Lord What is my fire for God? A …
Where does bitterness come from? 1 – Offense towards someone? 2 – Offense towards yourself? 3 – Offense towards God? (MULTILINE) Hebrews 12:14-15 14 Make every effort to live in peace with everyone and to be holy; without holiness no one will see the Lord. 15 See to it that no one falls short of the …
Hebrews 12:14-15 Bitterness: Contaminates other(MULTILINE) Shapes my view. John 20:23 (MULTILINE) Makes me feel entitled. Luke 15 (MULTILINE) Causes me to miss the grace of God. (MULTILINE) Getting rid of bitterness: Offer forgiveness daily. (MULTILINE) Open the word. Psalms 119:165 (MULTILINE) Rec …
Ephesians 4:26-27 1 – THERE IS POWER IN YOUR WORDS Genesis 41:50-52 James 3:9 (MULTILINE) 2 – GOD LEADS US WITH PEACE Colossians 3:15 Isaiah 55:12 (MULTILINE) 3 – DIFFICULTIES ARE PART OF THE PROCESS Luke 22:31 2 Timothy 1:7 (MULTILINE) 4 – MY RESPONSE DETERMINES MY FUTURE Genesis 45:16 Genesis 47:1 …
What we need to know to live the fullest life of Jesus: God leads with peace. Decisions must not be reactionary. Isaiah 55:12, Colossians 3:15, Romans 8:14 (MULTILINE) Difficulties are part of the process. Luke 22:31 (MULTILINE) My response determines my future. (MULTILINE) Walking in fullness: Be s …
We are called to have an AUTHENTIC faith. Luke 17:1 NIV – Jesus said to his disciples: “Things that cause people to stumble are bound to come, but woe to anyone through whom they come. ” Pride tells us: We are the VICTIM We were MISTREATED Our feelings are JUSTIFIED (MULTILINE) 2 Timothy 3:1-5 NIV …
2 Timothy 3:1-5 Psalm 119:165 Isaiah 48:10 Revelations 3:19 (MULTILINE) Sin easily hide where there are no problems Offense reveals my heart (MULTILINE) In offense: 1 – He is working to remove idols 2 – He is working to deepen your faith (MULTILINE) What is the Holy Spirit saying to you? (MULTILINE)
2 Timothy 2:24-26 Recognizing offense: 1) Setting the record straight 2) Jeremiah complex 3) Blaming 4) Avoiding (MULTILINE) Points to ponder: 1) I never have the right to be angry 2) I must lower expectations for others 3) My response determines my future What is the Holy Spirit saying you me? (MUL …
Luke 23:33-38 (MULTILINE) Forgiveness is not: 1 – Approving of what they did 2 – Excusing what they did 3 – Reconciliation 4 – Blindness to what happened 5 – Forgetting 6 – Pretending you’re not hurt (MULTILINE) Forgiveness is: 1 – Being aware of what was done, and still forgiving. 2 – Choosing to k …
1 – Jesus demonstrates love through service. John 13:12 John 13:14-17 (MULTILINE) 2 – Don’t confuse being at the table with being on the team. Proverbs 16:2 Check your heart motives for what you are doing. Proverbs 16:3 (MULTILINE) 3. It all has to do with how you love. John 13:34-35 If serving show …
(MULTILINE) Romans 12:11 Fire keeper: – The Word John 6:63 Fire killer: – My response to difficult truth John 6:60-66 Fire keeper: – Worship John 12:1-3 Fire killer: – Valuing the wrong thing. Fire keeper: – Fellowship John 11:44 Fire killer: Wrong circle What is the Holy Spirit saying to you …
WHO’S AT YOUR TABLE? Being a follower of Jesus means I purposefully invite people into my life outside my normal circle of friends. Luke 14:12-14 Matthew 10:42 (MULTILINE) How do I open my life to others? Welcome others. (1 Peter 4:9-10 NIV) Open up your table and your heart. Being a neighbor isn’t …
Ephesians 4:17-24 What’s my situation? Ephesians 4:18 (MULTILINE) What does this mean for me? Ephesians 4:17, 22-24, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Galatians 2:20 (MULTILINE) THE SITUATION: 1. We have been transformed. (MULTILINE) 2. We are being transformed. (MULTILINE) 3. What should I do abo …
Ephesians 4:7, 11-16 7 However, he has given each one of us a special gift through the generosity of Christ…. 11 Now these are the gifts Christ gave to the church: the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, and the pastors and teachers. 12 Their responsibility is to equip God’s people to do his wo …
The Church 1 – The church is for me but not about me. Things will challenge your motives Philippians 2:14-15 (MULTILINE) There will be things that require humility Ephesians 4:2 2 – In the church everything is a team. Guard your team. 1 Corinthians 12:25 Be a cheerleader for your team. Ro …
Romans 12: 9-10 1 – Love must be real I must choose to be active (MULTILINE) 2 – Hate evil I must choose to set boundaries (MULTILINE) 3 – Cling to what is good I must choose to keep my commitments (MULTILINE) 4 – Give honor Dishonor brings famine (MULTILINE) Honor brings life I must choose to show …
Acts 9:1-19 1 – Take time to pause. Acts 9:9, 19; Galatians 3:2; Proverbs 4:23 (MULTILINE) 2 – Recognize the pushback. External circumstances create internal dialogue. Our world is the church, but our calling is to the lost. (MULTILINE) 3 – Step into community. Colossians 3:12-14 (MULTILINE) What …
Romans 12:1-8 Worship is a mental decision (MULTILINE) Biblical Worship Requires: 1 – Understanding that I belong to others 2 – Thinking Biblically about my situations 3 – Thinking Biblically about my people 4 – Proper thinking about service (MULTILINE) How: Generosity Diligently Cheerfully (MULTILI …
Mark 2:1-12 1 – I had faith Mark 2:5 (MULTILINE) Faith Works the same today as it did yesterday Faith is more of a can word than a will word how do I grow my faith My faith is not dependent on what I see 2 – I had the right people around me Mark 2:3-5 (MULTILINE) 3 – I made a way when there was no w …
Romans 8:18-39 Hope Hope starts with having the right goal. Romans 8:29 Goal – To become like Jesus. (MULTILINE) Hope focuses on the future. Romans 8:18 (MULTILINE) Hope believes in a deeper work. Romans 8:28-29 (MULTILINE) Hope is sustained by His love. Romans 8:37-39 (MULTILINE) Response: Goal Cor …
Romans 8:1-17 4 Points about walking after the Spirit: 1 – Walking in the Spirit doesn’t keep you from sinning, it helps to fix the why we sin. (MULTILINE) 2 – Fear is a root cause for why we do what we do. Pride keeps us from dealing with it. (MULTILINE) 3 – Sin is a relationship problem. (MULTILIN …
The church became a community because it focused on generosity, connections, and purpose. 1 – Community challenges us to be more like Jesus. Hebrews 10:24-25; Proverbs 27:17 (MULTILINE) 2 – Community carries us emotionally. Become a fully involved member. Join a Grow Team. Join a Small Group. Galat …
Ephesians 1: 17-18 4 steps in our spiritual journey: 1.) Know God Salvation Plan: Sunday Services Celebration Inspiration Preparation Salvation (MULTILINE) 2.) Find Freedom Plan: Small Groups A place to connect A place to protect A place to grow (MULTILINE) 3.) Discover Purpose Plan: Growth Track (M …
GOD WOULDN’T CALL YOU TO IT IF HE DIDN’T THINK YOU COULD DO IT 1. LEAVE THE PAST BEHIND. Look how it opens up in Joshua 1:1 1 Afterthe death of Moses the servant of the Lord, the Lord said to Joshua the son of Nun, Moses’ assistant, 2 “Moses my servant is dead. YOUR PAST MAY DESCRIBE YOUBUT IT DOESN …
(MULTILINE) Romans 7 Understand the role of the Law: Following the Law in the way of the Spirit. Romans. 7:6 3. The struggle: – – – 4. Present yourselves as instruments of righteousness. 1 Timothy 4:7-8 I must train my: What is the Holy Spirit saying to you: (MULTILINE)
Ephesians 4:1-6, Matthew 3:8, Ephesians 1:18, 2 Timothy 1:9 Ephesians 4:1 1 As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received. (MULTILINE) Characteristics of a worthy walk: Humble(MULTILINE) Gentle(MULTILINE) Patient(MULTILINE) Peaceful(MULTILINE) M …
Ephesians 3:14-21 14 For this reason I kneel before the Father, 15 from whom every family in heaven and on earth derives its name. 16 I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being, 17 so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through fai …
Ephesians 3:1-13 (MULTILINE) I need to see my situation as a part of God’s plan. Ephesians 3:1 This is a God idea. Ephesians 3:2 Because of Jesus, we are united and receive an inheritance. Ephesians 3:4-6 We are empowered by grace. Ephesians 3:7-8 (MULTILINE) What are you willing to give up? Ar …
Romans 6:1-14 (MULTILINE) Baptisms: 1 – Into Christ Galatians 3:26-27 2 – The physical act is like a funeral 3 – There is new life (MULTILINE) New life starts with knowing: Jesus died to set me free from sin Jesus is now my source of life Colossians 2:10 Romans 6:6 (MULTILINE) New life grows because …
(MULTILINE) Ephesians 2:11-22 Romans 9:4-5 John 10:14-16 : 14 “I am the good shepherd; I know my own sheep, and they know me, 15 just as my Father knows me and I know the Father. So I sacrifice my life for the sheep. 16 I have other sheep, too, that are not in this sheepfold. I must bring them also. …
Romans 5:12-21 (MULTILINE) 1 – Adam left us an inheritance 2 – Sin entered 3 – God gave Grace (MULTILINE) The Gospel is a reversal of sin in our lives (MULTILINE) Practical side: 1 – Sin brings decay 2 – Grace can reverse what we have inherited 3 – We have the power of choice (MULTILINE) What is the …
Ephesians 2:1-10 (MULTILINE) Bad News: 1 – Without Jesus you are dead 1 Once you were dead because of your disobedience and your many sins. 2 – You’re not calling the shots 2 You used to live in sin, just like the rest of the world, obeying the devil—the commander of the powers in the unseen world. …
Romans 5: 1-5 Tribulations help to separate the important from the unimportant (MULTILINE) If we don’t grow through trials we will: -Get discouraged in what matters(MULTILINE) -Begin to quit what matters(MULTILINE) -Compromise in what matters(MULTILINE) Worship always involves gratitude (MULTILIN …
Romans 4 (MULTILINE) – Faith endures over time – Faith sees reality and believes anyway – Faith glorifies God (MULTILINE) The initial goal of faith is to produce a follower An enemy of faith is our focus (MULTILINE) What is the Holy Spirit saying to you? (MULTILINE)
Romans 4 (MULTILINE) – Faith endures over time – Faith sees reality and believes anyway – Faith glorifies God (MULTILINE) The initial goal of faith is to produce a follower An enemy of faith is our focus (MULTILINE) What is the Holy Spirit saying to you? (MULTILINE)
Romans 3 (MULTILINE) Faith will always affect our actions and our attitude Sin leads us away from God and His Ways Faith brings us to God and leads us in His ways (MULTILINE) Faith will always leads us to hope Sin will always lead to worry, fear, disappointment, the need to do more (MULTILINE) What …
Pride: 1)Causes me to misunderstand God’s mercy(MULTILINE) 2) Makes me think my awareness is sufficient(MULTILINE) 3)Blinds us to the fact that we are often guilty of what we point out in others (MULTILINE) Pride killing questions: Have I said “Thank You” today?(MULTILINE) Am I giving myself away (M …
Start with thanks. Ephesians 1:15-16, Galatians 5:6 (MULTILINE) How to be a thankful person: See the good in life. Say the good in life. (MULTILINE) 2. Be consistent. Ephesians 1:16 (MULTILINE) 3. Pray for understanding. Ephesians 1:17-19 (MULTILINE) 4. We’ve got a job to do. Ephesians 1:22-23, Ma …
(MULTILINE)Four types of people: 1. Those who are looking, but don’t know what they are looking for. Revelation 3: 15-16 2. Those who are are not looking Matthew 28: 19-20 3. Those who are looking Matthew 14: 26-30 4. Those who miss the chance to look. Matthew 27: 3-5 What is the Holy Spirit sa …
Ephesians 1:12-14 1 – They heard Ephesians 1:13, James1:26, James 1:27 (MULTILINE) 2 – They believed Ephesians 1:13, Esther 4:14 (MULTILINE) 3 – They were identified Ephesians 1:13 (MULTILINE) 4 – God gave them the Holy Spirit Ephesians 1:13 (MULTILINE) Why did God give us the Holy Spirit? 1 – As a …
The witness of God: and The wrath of God Removal of mind To keep our minds from being darkened: There must be an intentional effort There must be constant expressed What is the Holy Spirit saying to you: (MULTILINE)
Romans 1:8-17 To live by faith: We live faithfully to the commands of God. Matthew 7:21 (MULTILINE) We realize we are obligated to others. Romans 1:14 (MULTILINE) We live dependently by faith. Galatians 6:9 (MULTILINE) Faith challenges us To live by faith is to be faithful/consistent Faith looks for …
God has now revealed to us his mysterious will regarding Christ—which is to fulfill his own good plan. And this is the plan: At the right time he will bring everything together under the authority of Christ—everything in heaven and on earth. Furthermore, because we are united with Christ, we have r …
‘First, I thank my God through Jesus Christ for all of you, because your faith is being reported all over the world. God, whom I serve in my spirit in preaching the gospel of his Son, is my witness how constantly I remember you in my prayers at all times; and I pray that now at last by God’s will th …
Mark 2:1-4 Joshua 10:8-13 Psalm 15:1-5 (MULTILINE) Keys to seeing the impossible: Integrity Faith Commitment Determination What is the Holy Spirit saying to you: (MULTILINE)
Keeping discouragement away: 1) Rest (MULTILINE) 1 kings 19, Mark 12:1 2) Clean up(MULTILINE) Nehemiah 4:10, Hebrews 12:1 3) Examine your Focus(MULTILINE) Matthew 6:22-23 4) Embrace the thorns of life(MULTILINE) 2 Corinthians 12:7-10 You are only discouraged because you choose to be. What i …
Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go. Joshua 1:9 James 1:2-5 2 Corinthians 4:16-18 (MULTILINE) Fear means to be in awe of something Discouragement – to be spiritless, worn out and exhausted (MULTILINE) Discouragemen …
Blessings referenced in Ephesians 1:3-8 1. Adoption Ephesians 1:5 2. Grace Ephesians 1:6 3. Freedom Ephesians 1:7, John 8:34-36 4. Forgiveness Ephesians 1:7 5. Wisdom & Understanding Ephesians 1:8 Have you unwrapped your gift??? What is the Holy Spirit s …
(MULTILINE) 1) Everything good I have is a bridge to the lost or encouragement for the saved. 2) Everything I lack is a place where I lean into Christ and find Him to be the one who completes me. Practical Christ-Centered Living: -Treatment- reveals pride -Service- reveals attitude -Suffering- revea …
To live a Christ centered life, we must understand: 1 – God is perfect Deuteronomy 32:4, 2 Samuel 22:31, Psalm 18:10 (MULTILINE) 2 – God’s primary concern is His glory Isaiah 48:9-11, Exodus 14:4, 18, Exekiel 20:14 (MULTILINE) 3 – We were created for His Glory 2 Timothy 1:9, Isaiah 43:6-7, Isaiah 43 …
Ephesians 1:1-2 Lessons from the letters: Importance of Communication. Importance of Unity. Importance of Education. Importance of Focus. (MULTILINE) Ephesians 1:1-2 You have been chosen by the will of God. Ephesians 1:1, Ephesians 2:10 Your grace and peace comes from above. Ephesians 1:2 What is t …
For Spiritual and personal growth we cannot have excuses. (MULTILINE) John 6:51-63 (MULTILINE) Mark 14:22-24 (MULTILINE) 1 – I am thankful (MULTILINE) 2 – I need You (MULTILINE) 3 – I am serious about growth (MULTILINE) 4 – I am abandoning my excuses (MULTILINE)
Acts 8:1-3, Acts 14:21-22 Things that do not change: Sin Ephesians 1:9 Don’t normalize sin. You’re not alone. 1 Corinthians 10:13 c. Sin wont leave you alone, you have to leave sin alone. James 4:7 2. Our Goals. Know God, Find Fr …
God’s expectation of our routine: 1 – To be people who give – Matthew 6:2 2 – To be people who pray – Matthew 6:5 Move us closer to God James 4:8, Psalm 145:18 (MULTILINE REVEAL SMALL) Move Mountains Mark 11:23 (MULTILINE REVEAL SMALL) Help Others James 5:16 (MULTILINE REVEAL SMALL) 3 – To be people …
1 – Words change people Hebrews 3:13 – But encourage one another daily,as long as it is called “Today,” so that none of you may be hardened by sin’s deceitfulness. 1 Thessalonians 5:11 – Therefore encourage one anotherand build each other up,just as in fact you are doing. (MULTILINE REVEAL SMALL) 2 …
If you don’t follow the written Word, you won’t discern the spoken word. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Rejoice always,pray continually,give thanks in all circumstances;for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. (MULTILINE REVEAL SMALL) The act of giving thanks: 1 – Is about presence Psalms 100:4 Ente …
What do we know about Holiness? 1 – God is holy Isaiah 6:1-3 In the year that King Uzziah died, I saw the Lord, high and exalted, seated on a throne; and the train of his robe filled the temple. Above him were seraphim, each with six wings: With two wings they covered their faces, with two they cove …
Generosity: 1 – It is the mark of Christianity 2 Corinthians 8:7 – But since you excel in everything—in faith, in speech, in knowledge, in complete earnestness and in the love we have kindled in you—see that you also excel in this grace of giving. (MULTILINE REVEAL SMALL) 2 – It is motivated by grat …
From the life of Peter we learn: 1 – Watch out for overconfidence Matthew 26:33-35 (MULTILINE REVEAL SMALL) 2 – Wake up our devotion life Matthew 26:37-41 (MULTILINE REVEAL SMALL) 3 – Follow closely through sacrifices Matthew 26:57-58 (MULTILINE REVEAL SMALL) 4 – Pay attention to your company John …
To keep from becoming lukewarm: 1. Get your spiritual life right: – Honor the Word of God – Remind yourself of your dependence Proverbs 3: 5-7 Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; 6 in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight. 7 Do no …