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The Gospel according to Luke is the longest and most thorough account of Jesus' life that we have. A key attribute of this gospel is the way Jesus is portrayed interacting with people of all kinds of backgrounds and walks of life, and showing them that he's come to seek and save the lost. Jesus truly is for everyone.
Reflection Questions:
- Have you ever experienced doubt in your faith? How did you deal with it and what was the outcome?
- What is the difference between doubt and disbelief? How can we ensure our doubts lead to growth rather than moving us away from faith?
- How do you usually react when your expectations are not met by God? What can we learn from Jesus’ message to John about handling unmet expectations?
- What practical steps can you take to address your doubts in a healthy and faith-building way?
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The Gospel according to Luke is the longest and most thorough account of Jesus' life that we have. A key attribute of this gospel is the way Jesus is portrayed interacting with people of all kinds of backgrounds and walks of life, and showing them that he's come to seek and save the lost. Jesus truly is for everyone.
Reflection Questions:
- How, in my life, have I divorced the natural from the spiritual, devaluing the spiritual discipline of my daily work?
- What vocation did Jesus raise me to do?
- How would approaching my job in this light change the way that I do my work?
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The Gospel according to Luke is the longest and most thorough account of Jesus' life that we have. A key attribute of this gospel is the way Jesus is portrayed interacting with people of all kinds of backgrounds and walks of life, and showing them that he's come to seek and save the lost. Jesus truly is for everyone.
Reflection Questions:
- How can familiarity with Jesus and our faith practices actually inhibit our faith today?
- What steps can we take to avoid allowing comfort to diminish our sense of need for God?
- Do you think Jesus would marvel at your faith? Why or why not?
- In what ways can we encourage one another to maintain a sense of awe and reverence for Jesus?
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The Gospel according to Luke is the longest and most thorough account of Jesus' life that we have. A key attribute of this gospel is the way Jesus is portrayed interacting with people of all kinds of backgrounds and walks of life, and showing them that he's come to seek and save the lost. Jesus truly is for everyone.
Reflection Questions:
- What are you pursuing in life and what fruit is being produced as evidence?
- What do you talk about the most and what does this reveal about your pursuit?
- What does your daily practice look like and what does that say about your pursuits?
- What words of Jesus do you need to obey that you haven’t yet?
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The Gospel according to Luke is the longest and most thorough account of Jesus' life that we have. A key attribute of this gospel is the way Jesus is portrayed interacting with people of all kinds of backgrounds and walks of life, and showing them that he's come to seek and save the lost. Jesus truly is for everyone.
Reflection Questions:
- Why is unity so important in the Church and in what ways have you seen disunity harm the Church?
- In what ways have you had a negative judgmental and critical spirit towards other believers and what does repentance look like?
- How have you seen forgiveness and generosity practiced in your community and what impact did that have on the community?
- Who in your life can help you identify your blind spots and help you begin the process of removing the log from your eye so you can help others?
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Steve Lummer, missionary and founder of Outdoor Nations Network and Trailhead Tacos equips the church to find their purpose in building the kingdom of God. We all have God given ideas, but sometimes we need help adding critical mass to those ideas.
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The Gospel according to Luke is the longest and most thorough account of Jesus' life that we have. A key attribute of this gospel is the way Jesus is portrayed interacting with people of all kinds of backgrounds and walks of life, and showing them that he's come to seek and save the lost. Jesus truly is for everyone.
Reflection Questions:
- Why are Jesus’ commands to love our enemies so challenging?What are some ways we can show rebellious generosity today?
- How have you shown rebellious generosity to others?
- What enemies do you need to show love to and what does showing them love look like?
- How does it make you feel that God went first and loved us while we were his enemies?
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The Gospel according to Luke is the longest and most thorough account of Jesus' life that we have. A key attribute of this gospel is the way Jesus is portrayed interacting with people of all kinds of backgrounds and walks of life, and showing them that he's come to seek and save the lost. Jesus truly is for everyone.
Reflection Questions:
- What role does prayer play in your life and what challenges do you face maintaining a consistent prayer life?
- What steps or actions can you take to show those around you that Jesus is for everyone?
- In what ways do you find the kingdom of heaven more desirable than the kingdom of this world?
- How does Jesus’ teaching on blessing align or conflict with your understanding of blessing?
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Spiritual awakening is happening all around us, and God is drawing people to himself. But enemies are seeking to stop this revival from happening. Nehemiah helps us understand what hinderances are in the way of revival, and what the appropriate response to those hinderances should be.
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2 Corinthians 3:18 tells us the importance of beholding Jesus. But what we behold Jesus as is also of utmost importance. Do you behold Jesus as just a man or something more?
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The Gospel according to Luke is the longest and most thorough account of Jesus' life that we have. A key attribute of this gospel is the way Jesus is portrayed interacting with people of all kinds of backgrounds and walks of life, and showing them that he's come to seek and save the lost. Jesus truly is for everyone.
Reflection Questions:
- In what ways do we see Pharisaism still at work today?
- Why can’t we mix the old covenant with the new?
- What qualities of a Pharisee do you see in your own life?
- What steps will you take to behold and become more like Jesus this week?
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The Gospel according to Luke is the longest and most thorough account of Jesus' life that we have. A key attribute of this gospel is the way Jesus is portrayed interacting with people of all kinds of backgrounds and walks of life, and showing them that he's come to seek and save the lost. Jesus truly is for everyone.
Reflection Questions:
- Why is it so important to understand the gospel in terms of kings and kingdoms? What do we miss when we view it differently?
- Do you view Jesus more as a rabbi/teacher or as The King of your life? How does your everyday living reflect this?
- What benefits have you experienced being a part of Jesus’ kingdom?
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The Gospel according to Luke is the longest and most thorough account of Jesus' life that we have. A key attribute of this gospel is the way Jesus is portrayed interacting with people of all kinds of backgrounds and walks of life, and showing them that he's come to seek and save the lost. Jesus truly is for everyone.
Reflection Questions:
- Have you received the good news that Jesus preached? In what ways do you need to allow his teaching to penetrate your heart more completely?
- When/how have you experienced release from oppression or bondage through Jesus? Take time to share this testimony this week.
- Have you received or witnessed the supernatural healing of Jesus?
- In what ways do you need to experience the healing, comfort, or release that Jesus has to offer in your life today?
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The Gospel according to Luke is the longest and most thorough account of Jesus' life that we have. A key attribute of this gospel is the way Jesus is portrayed interacting with people of all kinds of backgrounds and walks of life, and showing them that he's come to seek and save the lost. Jesus truly is for everyone.
Reflection Questions:
- How has your understanding of temptation changed after today’s message?
- How does it make you feel knowing that Jesus was tempted just as we are tempted?
- Reflecting on past experiences of temptation, when is it that you feel most tempted?
- What weapons (Holy Spirit, Holy Scriptures, knowing your enemy, beholding, holding out for a better reward) do you need to use more often in your fight against temptation?
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The Gospel according to Luke is the longest and most thorough account of Jesus' life that we have. A key attribute of this gospel is the way Jesus is portrayed interacting with people of all kinds of backgrounds and walks of life, and showing them that he's come to seek and save the lost. Jesus truly is for everyone.
Reflection Questions:
- How does it make you feel knowing that Jesus can relate to us in every way?
- How do you know that you have God's anointing, assurance, and approval? Which of these are easier or harder to accept in your life?
- How have the choices and actions of your lineage impacted you?
- What new branches have been formed in your life since you started following Jesus?
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The Gospel according to Luke is the longest and most thorough account of Jesus' life that we have. A key attribute of this gospel is the way Jesus is portrayed interacting with people of all kinds of backgrounds and walks of life, and showing them that he's come to seek and save the lost. Jesus truly is for everyone.Reflection Questions:
- What effort have you put into prepare to be used by God? What does devotion and righteousness look like in your life?
- Considering the six keys of seizing your moment, which are you most comfortable and/or uncomfortable with? (Montage, Mission, Mandate, Message, Method, Modesty)
- Have you counted and are you willing to accept the costs of seizing your moment?
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The Gospel according to Luke is the longest and most thorough account of Jesus' life that we have. A key attribute of this gospel is the way Jesus is portrayed interacting with people of all kinds of backgrounds and walks of life, and showing them that he's come to seek and save the lost. Jesus truly is for everyone.Reflection Questions:
- Have you ever experienced a moment in life that felt God ordained? How did you know it was from God?
- What practices or habits help you tune into God's voice?
- What distractions do you think might be hindering your ability to recognized significant moments?
- What needs to happen in order for you to strike a balance between staying informed about the world but not being distracted by the world?
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The Gospel according to Luke is the longest and most thorough account of Jesus' life that we have. A key attribute of this gospel is the way Jesus is portrayed interacting with people of all kinds of backgrounds and walks of life, and showing them that he's come to seek and save the lost. Jesus truly is for everyone.Reflection Questions:
- Why do you think it's important for us to pay attention to all aspects of Jesus' life, including his infant and youth years?
- What childish things do you need to put away in order to be the man or woman God wants you to be?
- Up until now, have you focused more of your life on doing or becoming? How has that impacted your life?
- What steps will you take this week to focus more time on beholding and becoming?
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The Gospel according to Luke is the longest and most thorough account of Jesus' life that we have. A key attribute of this gospel is the way Jesus is portrayed interacting with people of all kinds of backgrounds and walks of life, and showing them that he's come to seek and save the lost. Jesus truly is for everyone.
Reflection Questions:
- How does it make you feel knowing that Jesus has fulfilled the Old Testament Law on our behalf?
- What other examples do we see in scripture of God working in unexpected ways for his glory and the good of others?
- What unexpected things have you experienced in life that turned out to be God working for your good?
- What does it look like in your life to expect the unexpected with God?
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The Gospel according to Luke is the longest and most thorough account of Jesus' life that we have. A key attribute of this gospel is the way Jesus is portrayed interacting with people of all kinds of backgrounds and walks of life, and showing them that he's come to seek and save the lost. Jesus truly is for everyone.Reflection Questions:
- In what ways is God asking you to trust his perfect timing?
- What other parallels do you see between Jesus' time and our time?
- How does it make you feel that there are 3 billion people who have never heard the gospel of Jesus?
- Are you open to going to an unreached people group to share the gospel with them if God called you? Why or why not?
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The Gospel according to Luke is the longest and most thorough account of Jesus' life that we have. A key attribute of this gospel is the way Jesus is portrayed interacting with people of all kinds of backgrounds and walks of life, and showing them that he's come to seek and save the lost. Jesus truly is for everyone.Reflection Questions:
- What has had the greatest influence on your spiritual growth - either positive or negative?
- What have you felt compelled to do out of duty and in defense of your King Jesus?
- Having never seen Jesus face to face, how do we behold Jesus? What can we learn from Luke's example?
- What transformation do you hope to experience by beholding Jesus?
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The Apostle Paul tells us in 2 Corinthians 3:18 that when we behold the glory of the Lord we will be transformed into his likeness from one degree of glory to another. This is our spiritual emphasis and hope for 2024. And asking, "What am I beholding?" and "What am I becoming?" will help us stay on track this year.Reflection Questions:
- What lessons and blessings are you taking with you from 2023 into 2024?
- What steps do you need to take to behold Jesus more in 2024?
- In what ways do you see yourself beholding and becoming more like Jesus and in what ways do you see room for improvement?
- How will you participate in the Fresh Start Fast this week?
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A key attribute of Luke's gospel is that he shows Jesus interacting with all kinds of people from all walks of life. We see this in the Christmas story too. This means that Jesus didn't come into the world for just a select group of people but for everyone. Jesus is for everyone. Christmas is for everyone.
Reflection Questions:
- What is it about the Christmas story that stirs up awe and wonder in your heart?
- What role has the Holy Spirit played in your life?
- What are you praising God for this Christmas and who do you need to share that with?
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A key attribute of Luke's gospel is that he shows Jesus interacting with all kinds of people from all walks of life. We see this in the Christmas story too. This means that Jesus didn't come into the world for just a select group of people but for everyone. Jesus is for everyone. Christmas is for everyone.
Reflection Questions:
- What makes Christmas so special to you?
- In what ways has the message of Christmas impacted you?
- Where has God sent you to be his messenger?
- Who do you need to share the message of Christmas with?
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What does it mean to prepare for the Advent of Jesus? Isaiah 40 gives us helpful instructions to help us prepare our hearts for Christmas and Jesus' return.
Reflection Questions:
- Which of these actions do I most need to take this week to be prepared for Christ’s arrival: accept God's love, humble myself, repent, or forgive?
- What steps can I take to encourage others toward readiness during Advent?
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Jesus said, "I will build my church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it." We still believe Jesus's promise, but so many, professing Christians included, are walking away from the church altogether. If we want to see Jesus's church continue to thrive, we must remember the why behind the church's importance. In this series, we explore six key elements of our weekly gathering and the necessary roles they play in our faith.Reflection Questions:
- In what ways is God challenging you to bear his image and follow Jesus’ example as a giver?
- What hesitations and obstacles do you face when it comes to giving?
- How have you been blessed by someone else’s generosity?
- How have you been blessed by being generous to others?
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Jesus said, "I will build my church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it." We still believe Jesus's promise, but so many, professing Christians included, are walking away from the church altogether. If we want to see Jesus's church continue to thrive, we must remember the why behind the church's importance. In this series, we explore six key elements of our weekly gathering and the necessary roles they play in our faith.
Reflection Questions:
- In what ways have you settled for only some of God’s blessings in your life? What steps do you need to take to experience the fullness of God’s blessings?
- Have you experienced all three baptisms: salvation, water, and Holy Spirit? If not all three, what steps will you take to experience all three?
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Jesus said, "I will build my church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it." We still believe Jesus's promise, but so many, professing Christians included, are walking away from the church altogether. If we want to see Jesus's church continue to thrive, we must remember the why behind the church's importance. In this series, we explore six key elements of our weekly gathering and the necessary roles they play in our faith.Reflection Questions:
- What things symbolized by the Lord's Supper have received new emphasis in your thinking after today's message? Do you feel more eager to participate in the Lord's Supper now than before this message? Why?
- In what ways (if any) will you approach the Lord's Supper differently now?
- Which of the things symbolized in the Lord's Supper is most encouraging to your Christian life right now?
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Jesus said, "I will build my church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it." We still believe Jesus's promise, but so many, professing Christians included, are walking away from the church altogether. If we want to see Jesus's church continue to thrive, we must remember the why behind the church's importance. In this series, we explore six key elements of our weekly gathering and the necessary roles they play in our faith.
Reflection Questions:
- How does it make you feel knowing that God, the creator and ruler of the universe, wants to be known by you?
- How do you normally approach the Bible, from a self-centered perspective or a God-centered perspective?
- In what ways has the Bible changed your life?
- What steps will you take to make studying the Bible the greatest priority in your daily life?
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Jesus said, "I will build my church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it." We still believe Jesus's promise, but so many, professing Christians included, are walking away from the church altogether. If we want to see Jesus's church continue to thrive, we must remember the why behind the church's importance. In this series, we explore six key elements of our weekly gathering and the necessary roles they play in our faith.Reflection Questions:
- In what ways have you taken worship for granted?
- How does your understanding of God impact your worship? Great God, great worship? Little God, little worship?
- What effects of worshiping God have you experienced in your life?
- In what ways will you worship God this week?
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Jesus said, "I will build my church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it." We still believe Jesus's promise, but so many, professing Christians included, are walking away from the church altogether. If we want to see Jesus's church continue to thrive, we must remember the why behind the church's importance. In this series, we explore six key elements of our weekly gathering and the necessary roles they play in our faith.Reflection Questions:
- What have been your whys for gathering with other believers and how have your whys changed?
- Why does Jesus want his followers to gather with one another?
- In what ways have you benefited or seen others benefit from the gathered church?
- What steps do you need to take to make gathering a greater priority in your life?
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The world says more self-care can lead to greater happiness. But happiness on a global scale is in steep decline. The Bible paints a different picture, however. God's formula for self-care comes in the form of selfless-care and leads to the kind of supreme happiness that Jesus has and wants for us too.
Reflection Questions:
- Reflect on Jesus’ life as depicted in the gospels. What do you learn are the secrets to his happiness and how can you apply those to your own life?
- What challenges do you face trusting that God can care for you better than you can care for yourself?
- What steps will you take this week to practice selfless-care in your life?
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Guest speaker, Jeanie German, shares an encouraging message on the importance of sharing the gospel.
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Jesus' final instruction to his followers was to proclaim the gospel to the whole creation. Those instructions are also for us today. But why do so many Christians struggle to share their faith? Let's talk about it. This series will help you learn how to confidently share your faith with others.
Reflection Questions:
- What are some examples of powerful testimonies that you’ve heard?
- What has Jesus saved you from–past, present, and future?
- In what ways does your story follow the creation, fall, redemption, and restoration plot line?
- Who will you practice sharing your testimony with this week?
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Jesus' final instruction to his followers was to proclaim the gospel to the whole creation. Those instructions are also for us today. But why do so many Christians struggle to share their faith? Let's talk about it. This series will help you learn how to confidently share your faith with others.
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Jesus' final instruction to his followers was to proclaim the gospel to the whole creation. Those instructions are also for us today. But why do so many Christians struggle to share their faith? Let's talk about it. This series will help you learn how to confidently share your faith with others.
Reflection Questions:
- What questions or objections to the Christian faith have you been asked by others?
- Do you feel prepared to give a defense for what you believe and why you believe it?
- Why or why not?What steps will you take this week to be prepared?
- Why is it important to bring our conversations back to Jesus?
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Jesus' final instruction to his followers was to proclaim the gospel to the whole creation. Those instructions are also for us today. But why do so many Christians struggle to share their faith? Let's talk about it. This series will help you learn how to confidently share your faith with others.
Reflection Questions:
- How has the gospel changed your life?
- What recent experiences with God are you going to rejoice in (forget not all his benefits) and share with others?
- Where and to whom has God called you to plant gospel seeds?
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Jesus' final instruction to his followers was to proclaim the gospel to the whole creation. Those instructions are also for us today. But why do so many Christians struggle to share their faith? Let's talk about it. This series will help you learn how to confidently share your faith with others.
Reflection Questions:
- Why is asking questions often better than giving answers?
- How have you seen questions lead to more helpful and productive conversations about faith?
- What questions can you write down and practice that might be helpful in introducing someone to Jesus and his Kingdom?
- Who will you pray for this week and ask God to give you an opportunity to ask good questions and share your faith with them?
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Jesus' final instruction to his followers was to proclaim the gospel to the whole creation. Those instructions are also for us today. But why do so many Christians struggle to share their faith? Let's talk about it. This series will help you learn how to confidently share your faith with others.
Reflection Questions:
- What fears do you have in sharing your faith and what encouragement did you receive to overcome those fears?
- Why is fear an unreasonable response to sharing our faith?
- What questions do you have about how to share your faith?
- Other than God the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, what person can you trust as a partner to help you in sharing your faith?
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Jesus' final instruction to his followers was to proclaim the gospel to the whole creation. Those instructions are also for us today. But why do so many Christians struggle to share their faith? Let's talk about it. This series will help you learn how to confidently share your faith with others.
Reflection Questions:
- What barriers get in the way of you sharing your faith with others?
- How does it make you feel knowing that you are not just called and commanded to share your faith, but you were created to do so?
- Why is it important for you to share your faith with others?
- What unbelieving person in your life will you begin praying for this week?
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The letter of Jude is the shortest writing in the New Testament, and it's also one of the most neglected. But Jude's message is so relevant for our time. Now more than ever we must fight for the faith.
Reflection Questions:
- Which of the four areas of standing your ground do you need to focus more on: building your defenses, calling in reinforcements, maintaining discipline, or not losing hope?
- Are there fellow Christians in your life who are doubting, wandering, or stumbling? What steps will you take to show them mercy?
- How does it make you feel knowing that God is faithful to us when we are faithful to him?
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The letter of Jude is the shortest writing in the New Testament, and it's also one of the most neglected. But Jude's message is so relevant for our time. Now more than ever we must fight for the faith.
Reflection Questions:
- Why do you think Jude spends so much time unmasking the imposters and making their intentions known?
- Why is it more effective to fight for what is right rather than to fight against what is wrong?
- What can you do this week to generate more light in the world?
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The letter of Jude is the shortest writing in the New Testament, and it's also one of the most neglected. But Jude's message is so relevant for our time. Now more than ever we must fight for the faith.
Reflection Questions:
- What are some beliefs worth fighting for?
- In what ways do you see people perverting God’s grace and denying Jesus as the only way?
- Why are imposters of false teachers a danger to the Church?
- What can we do to fight for the faith today?
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What wells are you drawing from? The woman at the well in John 4 was drawing from wells that left her thirsty and unsatisfied. But when she encountered Jesus, she was introduced to the Living Water that never runs dry.
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The are two kinds of power. The power of the world and the power of God. James tells us that the power of the world leads to disorder and every vile practice. But the power of God leads to a harvest of righteousness. But we must embrace our weaknesses in order to experience God's power.
Reflection Questions:
- What’s the difference between the power of the world and the power of God?
- Have you ever experienced someone using the power of the world in the Church? What effects did that have?
- Who in your life is a good example of someone who walks in God’s power?
- What weaknesses do you need to embrace so you can experience God’s power?
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What does it mean to fear the Lord? Why is it important to develop an appropriate fear of the Lord? Drew Lovern helps us understand this necessary Biblical truth.
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We learn from Job's story that there is hope in suffering and that we can go through the process of suffering well.
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God has incredible dreams for us. But we often feel like something is standing in the way between us and God's dreams. Oftentimes that something is an idol. But when we kill our idols, we'll live out our dreams.
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Vanessa Perez shares some great insight into Moses' life that we can apply to our own. God wants to take us out of Egypt, take Egypt out of us, and then send us back to Egypt.
Reflection Questions:
- Has God taken Egypt out of you?
- Where is your Egypt?
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The letter of 1 John is full of fan-favorite verses and passages. It’s also challenging to read as John the apostle asks us to evaluate our lives and walks with Jesus. But within this beloved letter is everything we need to be sure that we have eternal life and that our faith is genuine.
Reflection Questions:
- What obstacles stand in the way of your certainty about who God is and who he says you are?
- Why do you think it is important to be certain about what we believe?
- How would you rate your certainty and what steps do you need to take to become more certain?
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The letter of 1 John is full of fan-favorite verses and passages. It’s also challenging to read as John the apostle asks us to evaluate our lives and walks with Jesus. But within this beloved letter is everything we need to be sure that we have eternal life and that our faith is genuine.
Reflection Questions:
- Can you remember the moment you first testified that Jesus is the Son of God come in the flesh? What led you to believe?
- What is most compelling to you about the testimonies you’ve heard about who Jesus is?
- Who is Jesus to you?
- How has the quality of your life changed since following Jesus?
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The letter of 1 John is full of fan-favorite verses and passages. It’s also challenging to read as John the apostle asks us to evaluate our lives and walks with Jesus. But within this beloved letter is everything we need to be sure that we have eternal life and that our faith is genuine
Reflection Questions:
- In what ways has your experience of other people influenced your understanding of love?
- What examples of Christlike love do you have in your life?
- Who do you need to show love to so that they ultimately know God’s love for them?
- In what specific ways can knowing God’s love help you overcome the world?
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The letter of 1 John is full of fan-favorite verses and passages. It’s also challenging to read as John the apostle asks us to evaluate our lives and walks with Jesus. But within this beloved letter is everything we need to be sure that we have eternal life and that our faith is genuine.
Reflection Questions:
- Why are we so quick to forget that we are constantly in a spiritual war?
- What weapons of our spiritual warfare do you need to pick up and utilize more (abiding in God, exercising caution, testing the spirits, knowing the outcome)?
- Will you pray every day this week that God would open your eyes to the spiritual world around you and that you would see who is on your side?
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The letter of 1 John is full of fan-favorite verses and passages. It’s also challenging to read as John the apostle asks us to evaluate our lives and walks with Jesus. But within this beloved letter is everything we need to be sure that we have eternal life and that our faith is genuine.
Reflection Questions:
- Why is it so important to love the children of God first and foremost?
- In what ways have you experienced hate from the world because of your faith in Jesus?
- What fellow Christian in your life do you need to ask God to help you love more?
- In what ways has loving God’s children brought about blessing for you?
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The letter of 1 John is full of fan-favorite verses and passages. It’s also challenging to read as John the apostle asks us to evaluate our lives and walks with Jesus. But within this beloved letter is everything we need to be sure that we have eternal life and that our faith is genuine.
Reflection Questions:
- How do you know that you are a child of God?
- In what ways are you and do you need to better conduct yourself as a child of God?
- In what ways are you cultivating personal encounters with God the Father?
- How have you changed after encountering Jesus?
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The letter of 1 John is full of fan-favorite verses and passages. It’s also challenging to read as John the apostle asks us to evaluate our lives and walks with Jesus. But within this beloved letter is everything we need to be sure that we have eternal life and that our faith is genuine.
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The letter of 1 John is full of fan-favorite verses and passages. It’s also challenging to read as John the apostle asks us to evaluate our lives and walks with Jesus. But within this beloved letter is everything we need to be sure that we have eternal life and that our faith is genuine.
Reflection Questions:
- What evidence do we have that we are living in the last hour?
- How have you seen the spirit of antichrist at work in the world?
- Which area of abiding do you need to focus more on (fellowship, word of God, Holy Spirit)?
- How does it make you feel knowing that Jesus will return at any moment?
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The letter of 1 John is full of fan-favorite verses and passages. It’s also challenging to read as John the apostle asks us to evaluate our lives and walks with Jesus. But within this beloved letter is everything we need to be sure that we have eternal life and that our faith is genuine.
Reflection Questions:
- In what ways do you see that the world is not operating as God originally designed?
- The desire of the flesh, the desire of the eyes, and the pride of life are three ways the world tempts us to live according to its ways. Which of these three are more of a struggle for you?
- How have you seen Jesus’s victory over Satan, sin and death at work in your own life?
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The letter of 1 John is full of fan-favorite verses and passages. It’s also challenging to read as John the apostle asks us to evaluate our lives and walks with Jesus. But within this beloved letter is everything we need to be sure that we have eternal life and that our faith is genuine.
Reflection Questions:
- How does it make you feel that God wants us to know that we know we are members of his family?
- In what ways are you keeping God’s commandments and in what ways can you improve?
- What are you doing to love God’s children?
- Where are you in the process of knowing and what steps will you take to progress?
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The letter of 1 John is full of fan-favorite verses and passages. It’s also challenging to read as John the apostle asks us to evaluate our lives and walks with Jesus. But within this beloved letter is everything we need to be sure that we have eternal life and that our faith is genuine.
Reflection Questions:
- How does it make you feel that God sees being a family with you as important and worth it?
- What does it mean to you that you have an advocate in Jesus Christ?
- How do the false foundations of assurance deceive us?
- What steps will you take this week to personally and intimately know God?
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The letter of 1 John is full of fan-favorite verses and passages. It’s also challenging to read as John the apostle asks us to evaluate our lives and walks with Jesus. But within this beloved letter is everything we need to be sure that we have eternal life and that our faith is genuine.
Reflection Questions:
- How does it make you feel that you can do nothing to resolve the conflict between us and God?
- How does it make you feel that Jesus has done everything to resolve the conflict between us and God?
- How is God’s standard of light different from the world’s standard of light?
- What secret sins are you hiding that you need to confess to God and/or another believer that you trust?
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The letter of 1 John is full of fan-favorite verses and passages. It's also challenging to read as John the apostle asks us to evaluate our lives and walks with Jesus. But within this beloved letter is everything we need to be sure that we have eternal life and that our faith is genuine.
Reflection Questions:
- How does it make you feel that God wants to have fellowship with you?
- How do you know that you have true fellowship with God and other believers?
- Why is it important to know God’s holiness before we know God’s love?
- When it comes to understanding the weight of your sin, would you say you resemble the woman or the religious leader from Luke 7?
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The letter of 1 John is full of fan-favorite verses and passages. It's also challenging to read as John the apostle asks us to evaluate our lives and walks with Jesus. But within this beloved letter is everything we need to be sure that we have eternal life and that our faith is genuine.
Reflection Questions:
- What about the apostle John’s life is encouraging to you?
- How do you know that you have eternal life in Jesus?
- Why is knowing so important?
- Out of the four tests (Historical, Theological, Moral, and Social), which are you most confident in, and which do you struggle with?
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We all know that rest is important. But do we prioritize rest in our lives? Let's learn the benefits of rest and God's desire for rest in our lives.
Reflection Questions:
- Is rest a priority in your life? If so, how does that show in your life?
- Why does God want you to prioritize rest?
- How do you make Jesus a part of your rest?
- What steps will you take this week to prioritize rest for yourself and your family?
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God desires every person to grow and flourish. But nothing can grow unless it is planted. Using nature and the plant life cycle as an example, we're learning what we must do to grow and flourish spiritually in our own lives and how to help others grow so that together we can grow the Kingdom of God.
Reflection Questions:
- Why do you want to grow spiritually? What is the goal of your growing?
- How does it make you feel that God wants you to play a part in growing his Kingdom?
- Who are the lost people in your life and what steps will you take to practice the Five I’s?
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God desires every person to grow and flourish. But nothing can grow unless it is planted. Using nature and the plant life cycle as an example, we're learning what we must do to grow and flourish spiritually in our own lives and how to help others grow so that together we can grow the Kingdom of God.
Reflection Questions:
- Why is it important to understand that you were made for reproduction?
- What challenges do you face when trying to be connected to Jesus?
- In what ways is your character like Jesus and in what ways do you still need transforming?
- What’s something that Jesus did that you can do this week?
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God desires every person to grow and flourish. But nothing can grow unless it is planted. Using nature and the plant life cycle as an example, we're learning what we must do to grow and flourish spiritually in our own lives and how to help others grow so that together we can grow the Kingdom of God.
Reflection Questions:
- In what areas of your life and faith have you experienced growth?
- What marks of maturity are missing in your life but want to see more of?
- In what ways is God asking you to be obedient so that you can grow?
- What do you think it looks like to abide in Jesus?
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God desires every person to grow and flourish. But nothing can grow unless it is planted. Using nature and the plant life cycle as an example, we're learning what we must do to grow and flourish spiritually in our own lives and how to help others grow so that together we can grow the Kingdom of God.
Reflection Questions:
- Who in your life needs to be encouraged that they have the Kingdom of God inside of them?
- What kind of impact is your environment having on your spiritual growth?
- What steps are you taking to nourish God’s word and your environment?
- What differences can you see between your old self and your new self in Christ?
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God desires every person to grow and flourish. But nothing can grow unless it is planted. Using nature and the plant life cycle as an example, we're learning what we must do to grow and flourish spiritually in our own lives and how to help others grow so that together we can grow the Kingdom of God.
Reflection Questions:
- What do you think it means to be God’s gardeners in the world?
- What keeps you from believing that God can use you for his Kingdom?
- How does it make you feel knowing that God has prepared in advance good works for you to do in the world?
- In what ways, expected or unexpected, have you been used by God to grow his Kingdom?
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2023 is going to be a year of growth. But in order for things to grow they must be planted.
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2023 is going to be a year of growth. But in order for things to grow they must be planted.
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2023 is going to be a year of growth. But in order for things to grow they must be planted.
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2023 is going to be a year of growth. But in order for things to grow they must be planted.
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2023 is going to be a year of growth. But in order for things to grow they must be planted.
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2023 is going to be a year of growth. But in order for things to grow they must be planted.
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What do we believe as followers of Jesus? How do we share what we believe to those around us? The Apostles’ Creed is a tool that has been passed down from one Christian to the next for generations and it helps us nail down exactly what we believe so we can stand firm and united in our faith in a fractured world.
Reflection Questions:
- What are your honest feelings about death? Why do you fear or not fear death?
- Who in your life can you share with the hope of eternal life that we have in Jesus?
- How does your understanding of eternity help you sort out your priorities?
- In what or in who are you placing your hope and what is that producing in your life?
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What do we believe as followers of Jesus? How do we share what we believe to those around us? The Apostles’ Creed is a tool that has been passed down from one Christian to the next for generations and it helps us nail down exactly what we believe so we can stand firm and united in our faith in a fractured world.Reflection Questions: What kind of stories are you drawn to and what does that say about your own dreams and desires? In what ways have you experienced being supercharged, or empowered by the Holy Spirit to do God’s work in the world? How has your understanding of the word catholic changed and why is it a good thing for the church to be catholic in the true sense of the word? What evidence or fruit in your life shows that you are animated by the Holy Spirit?--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/central-city-assembly/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/central-city-assembly/support
What do we believe as followers of Jesus? How do we share what we believe to those around us? The Apostles’ Creed is a tool that has been passed down from one Christian to the next for generations and it helps us nail down exactly what we believe so we can stand firm and united in our faith in a fractured world.
Reflection Questions:
- What does it mean to you specifically that Jesus is representing you to God the Father?
- What do you most look forward to about Jesus’ return?
- What are you doing right now to take responsibility for restoring God’s kingdom on earth?
- How does it make you feel that God desires to reward you for what you do here on earth?
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What do we believe as followers of Jesus? How do we share what we believe to those around us? The Apostles’ Creed is a tool that has been passed down from one Christian to the next for generations and it helps us nail down exactly what we believe so we can stand firm and united in our faith in a fractured world.
Reflection Questions:
- What makes you confident about your faith in Jesus?
- If Jesus didn’t rise from the dead, what does that mean for us?
- What hope does the resurrection of Jesus offer us?
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What do we believe as followers of Jesus? How do we share what we believe to those around us? The Apostles’ Creed is a tool that has been passed down from one Christian to the next for generations and it helps us nail down exactly what we believe so we can stand firm and united in our faith in a fractured world.
Reflection Questions:
- In your own words, why is the cross the literal crux of your faith in Jesus?
- What does it mean to you personally that the cross is vicarious?
- What treasures have you received because of the cross?
- What about the cross strengthens your faith in Jesus?
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What do we believe as followers of Jesus? How do we share what we believe to those around us? The Apostles’ Creed is a tool that has been passed down from one Christian to the next for generations and it helps us nail down exactly what we believe so we can stand firm and united in our faith in a fractured world.
Reflection Questions:
- Why do you think it’s so difficult sometimes to be satisfied with the mysteries of God?
- Do you tend to view Jesus as more divine, more human, or equally both, and what impact has that had on your relationship with him?
- What is most remarkable to you about the fact that God came in the flesh as Jesus Christ?
- What does it mean for you that Jesus Christ is your Lord?
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What do we believe as followers of Jesus? How do we share what we believe to those around us? The Apostles’ Creed is a tool that has been passed down from one Christian to the next for generations and it helps us nail down exactly what we believe so we can stand firm and united in our faith in a fractured world.
Reflection Questions:
- If you were to write down your life’s creed, what would it say?
- How much of the Apostles’ Creed do you align with and what parts do you struggle aligning with?
- Do you view God more as mighty Creator or merciful Father? Why do you think it’s important to have harmony between both of those views?
- How has your view of God influenced your response to your relationship with him?
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Sometimes we entertain thoughts and ideas that we should take captive. In 2 Corinthians 10, Paul helps us understand the power and authority we have to not be held captive by our thoughts.
Reflection Questions:
- What are some examples of thoughts you’ve entertained rather than taken captive?
- What impact did that have on your life and how have you been set free from that impact?
- How can knowing God’s word help you to take every thought captive?
- What thoughts do you need to take captive in your own life?
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Repentance is an essential aspect of the gospel. Repentance was Jesus's first sermon. It was Peter's first sermon. And yet, we don't hear much about repentance these days. But the Bible tells us that when we practice repentance refreshing comes. This deep dive into repentance will give you a greater appreciation for repentance and the blessing it really is.
Reflection Questions:
- Before today’s message, how would you have defined repentance? How has your definition changed?
- What makes repentance challenging?
- What fruits of repentance have you experienced?
- What challenging situations are you facing and how can repentance bring refreshing to you?
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A former world missionary, Sue Whitmore joins us as a special guest speaker.
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Miguel Ocampo, Director of Chi Alpha at the University of Arizona, joins us as a guest speaker.
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The third commandment of the ten commandments tells us not to take the Lord’s name in vain. It doesn’t say not to take his name at all. As Christians we take on the name of the Lord, but are we taking it on properly and in a way that honors him?
Reflection Questions:
- Read Exodus 20:7. What stands out most to you from this verse?
- In what ways have you taken the Lord’s name in vain?
- What obstacles prevent us from orienting our lives primarily around God?
- What steps do you need to take to honor the Lord more in your life?
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What is your relationship with the Holy Spirit like? Is he like the weird next-door neighbor? Are you cautious but curious about him? Or is he your friend? We’re getting to know the Holy Spirit for who he really is and who he is for us. The more we let him into our lives, the more we receive all that he has for us.
Reflection Questions:
- What have you been taught in the past about speaking in tongues?
- Read 1 Corinthians 14:14–15. Why do you think it is significant that, although Paul says you cannot understand a prayer language, he still prays and sings in the Spirit?
- Have you ever experienced a prayer language? What was it like the first time you prayed in the Spirit? How did you grow more comfortable?
- Read Ephesians 6:14–18. How can you make wearing the armor of God and praying in the Spirit a regular part of your life?
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What is your relationship with the Holy Spirit like? Is he like the weird next-door neighbor? Are you cautious but curious about him? Or is he your friend? We’re getting to know the Holy Spirit for who he really is and who he is for us. The more we let him into our lives, the more we receive all that he has for us.
Reflection Questions:
- What’s something new or different you learned from the message?
- Why are all three baptisms (salvation, water, Spirit) so important?
- What experience have you had or teaching have you heard about the baptism in the Holy Spirit? How has that influenced your desire for Holy Spirit baptism?
- Read Luke 11:13. What is the promise in this verse? Have you asked for and received the baptism in the Holy Spirit?
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What is your relationship with the Holy Spirit like? Is he like the weird next-door neighbor? Are you cautious but curious about him? Or is he your friend? We’re getting to know the Holy Spirit for who he really is and who he is for us. The more we let him into our lives, the more we receive all that he has for us.
Reflection Questions:
- What experiences of the spiritual gifts have you had?
- Are there any gifts that you are skeptical of? If so, why?
- Why do you think Satan would try so hard to discredit the gifts of the Spirit?
- Read 1 Corinthians 14:1. Why do you think the Bible specifically tells us to desire spiritual gifts? Why do you think there is the added emphasis on prophecy?
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Missionaries and CCA Family Members, Craig and Adrea Wheeler help us better understand how to engage in the mission of God. It takes losing our assumptions, expectations, and ourselves in the mission of God.
Reflection Questions:
- What assumptions have you made about God that need to or have already changed?
- What expectations do you have of God and how might they need to change?
- What might it look like for you to lose yourself in the mission of God?
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What is your relationship with the Holy Spirit like? Is he like the weird next-door neighbor? Are you cautious but curious about him? Or is he your friend? We’re getting to know the Holy Spirit for who he really is and who he is for us. The more we let him into our lives, the more we receive all that he has for us.
Reflection Questions:
- Why do you think the enemy works so hard to make people afraid of the Holy Spirit?
- What have been your personal experiences regarding Pentecost and the baptism of the Holy Spirit? Have they been positive, negative, or neutral?
- What is the difference between the Old Pentecost when the law was written down on stone and the New Pentecost when God’s law is written in our hearts? What does this look like in our lives today?
- Have you fully received the Holy Spirit?
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What is your relationship with the Holy Spirit like? Is he like the weird next-door neighbor? Are you cautious but curious about him? Or is he your friend? We’re getting to know the Holy Spirit for who he really is and who he is for us. The more we let him into our lives, the more we receive all that he has for us.
Reflection Questions:
- Have you ever considered that God has a personality? What are some of His personality traits?
- In what ways does cultivating a relationship with the Holy Spirit help you to know God’s will? Can you think of any examples from your own life?
- Why is it important not to grieve the Holy Spirit?
- What steps will you take this week to restore intimacy with and the voice of the Holy Spirit in your life again?
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What is your relationship with the Holy Spirit like? Is he like the weird next-door neighbor? Are you cautious but curious about him? Or is he your friend? We’re getting to know the Holy Spirit for who he really is and who he is for us. The more we let him into our lives, the more we receive all that he has for us.
Reflection Questions:
- How have other people’s misrepresentations of the Holy Spirit influenced your thinking of him?
- Reread John 16:8-11. Why is it good that the Holy Spirit helps us through convicting us of sin, righteousness, and judgement?
- Have you thought of the Holy Spirit as a person or as a force? How do we relate differently to the Holy Spirit when we understand He is a person?
- What benefits have you received from the Holy Spirit?
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What is your relationship with the Holy Spirit like? Is he like the weird next-door neighbor? Are you cautious but curious about him? Or is he your friend? We’re getting to know the Holy Spirit for who he really is and who he is for us. The more we let him into our lives, the more we receive all that he has for us.
Reflection Questions:
- What is your relationship with the Holy Spirit like: he’s a weird neighbor, you’re cautious but curious about him, or he’s your friend?
- In what ways have you experienced the Holy Spirit as the Helper?
- What do you hope to gain from this series?
- During your times of prayer this week make an effort to speak specifically to the Holy Spirit and take note of any changes in your prayer life or life in general.
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Scripture tells us that our lives are but a vapor. How are you stewarding this one life God has given you to live? Connor Anderson shares the keys to seeing our one life lived well.
Reflection Questions:
- Read James 4:14. How do you think we should live in light of what this verse says? What things get in the way of living that way?
- When you look at Jesus as a model for what it means to be human, in what ways are you following his model, and in what ways do you need to become more like Jesus?
- What would your life look like if you took the great commission seriously as a commandment, not just a suggestion?
- Who in your life are you currently pouring into? If you don’t have anyone, spend some time this week praying for God to provide you with someone.
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We are all on a journey of restoration. Wynn Thompson of Restoring Wholeness Ministries helps us see how that journey is walked well when our goal isn't necessarily about change, but growing in intimacy with Jesus.
Reflection Questions:
- Name times that Jesus went out of His way to meet you at your place of need.
- What did you experience when you came to Jesus? What process of change did you experience; what was the result?
- What part did shame play in your life?
- What can you do to support the healing process within those in our church who need it?
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In 2 Timothy the Apostle Paul instructs a young Timothy in the ways of Jesus. Thousands of years later we can still learn from the wisdom encapsulated in this letter. There’s much discipline in following Jesus but also much reward.
Reflection Questions:
- How am I taking responsibility in building trust with others, knowing what Jesus commands, and abiding in Him?
- What is something that could be stopping you from bringing others into your life?
- What needs to happen in your life for you to be on friendly terms with Him?
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In 2 Timothy the Apostle Paul instructs a young Timothy in the ways of Jesus. Thousands of years later we can still learn from the wisdom encapsulated in this letter. There's much discipline in following Jesus but also much reward.
Reflection Questions:
- Who is your Paul? Who is your Timothy?
- How do you make time in your week for lost people?
- What rights are you holding onto?
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In 2 Timothy the Apostle Paul instructs a young Timothy in the ways of Jesus. Thousands of years later we can still learn from the wisdom encapsulated in this letter. There's much discipline in following Jesus but also much reward.
Reflection Questions:
- What are “good things” you have had to lay down to follow Jesus? Is there anything currently that God could be asking you to lay down?
- Biblically, what should our response be to suffering?
- What are some current habits in your life that you practice to keep you from falling away?
- What are three new convictions that you could implement in your life to “fan the flame” in your devotional life? In regards to relationships in your life?
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Our series, Warrior, is all about becoming the kingdom-defender God made you to be. This series will help to answer the question, “What does it mean to be a man in today’s society?” This series will take on some of the difficult struggles men commonly face, and address how to confront those issues in a godly way. Attendees should walk away feeling equipped to go into battle, and ready to become the Warrior they were meant to be.
Reflection Questions:
- Think about the parents or guardians who raised you. What do you think they did right?
- What did they get wrong that caused you pain?
- What steps have you or do you need to take to receive healing from your wounds?
- In what ways do you look up to God as a good father?
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Our series, Warrior, is all about becoming the kingdom-defender God made you to be. This series will help to answer the question, “What does it mean to be a man in today’s society?” This series will take on some of the difficult struggles men commonly face, and address how to confront those issues in a godly way. Attendees should walk away feeling equipped to go into battle, and ready to become the Warrior they were meant to be.
Reflection Questions:
- When were you first exposed to something inappropriate and how did that experience affect you?
- Read Proverbs 4:23. What safeguards have you placed in your life to guard against sexual temptation?
- What steps will you take, and to who will you go to practice confession?
- Write out your battle plan and share it with someone who can hold you accountable.
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Our series, Warrior, is all about becoming the kingdom-defender God made you to be. This series will help to answer the question, “What does it mean to be a man in today’s society?” This series will take on some of the difficult struggles men commonly face, and address how to confront those issues in a godly way. Attendees should walk away feeling equipped to go into battle, and ready to become the Warrior they were meant to be.
Reflection Questions:
- What big insecurity holds you back from doing what God is calling you to do?
- Who do you have who can encourage you and how can you be more encouraging to the warriors in your life?
- In what area of your life is God calling you to stand your ground?
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Our series, Warrior, is all about becoming the kingdom-defender God made you to be. This series will help to answer the question, “What does it mean to be a man in today’s society?” This series will take on some of the difficult struggles men commonly face, and address how to confront those issues in a godly way. Attendees should walk away feeling equipped to go into battle, and ready to become the Warrior they were meant to be.
Reflection Questions:
- Who is God calling you to protect?
- What do you think it means to advance God’s kingdom and how do you personally help advance it?
- What battle are you fighting and how are you fighting it?
- In what ways is God calling you to be faithful and obedient to him today?
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The world as we know it is going through deconstruction. Political, social, and cultural concepts and ideas are being deconstructed and challenged. This is having an impact on the Christian Church and its values of absolute truth and morality. Because of this, it’s time to consider what it means to reconstruct according to God’s words and ways rather than the world’s.
Reflection Questions:
- What questions do you have about God and faith and who is someone you can ask your questions to?
- What steps will you take this week to practice trusting God?
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The world as we know it is going through deconstruction. Political, social, and cultural concepts and ideas are being deconstructed and challenged. This is having an impact on the Christian Church and its values of absolute truth and morality. Because of this, it's time to consider what it means to reconstruct according to God's words and ways rather than the world's.
Reflection Questions:
- What do you think are people’s biggest reservations about discussing hell?
- What does the doctrine of hell as presented in the message and scriptures say about God’scharacter?
- How do you think a biblical view of hell can encourage us into evangelism?
- Who are the people in your life who need to know about the kindness of God?
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The world as we know it is going through deconstruction. Political, social, and cultural concepts and ideas are being deconstructed and challenged. This is having an impact on the Christian Church and its values of absolute truth and morality. Because of this, it’s time to consider what it means to reconstruct according to God’s words and ways rather than the world’s.
Reflection Questions:
- Will you commit to praying for unity in Jesus’s Church this week?
- What filter do you typically look at the world through–your faith filter or your political filter?
- In what ways does your thinking about politics need to change?
- Who is someone politically different than you who you can listen to, learn from, and love on this week?
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The world as we know it is going through deconstruction. Political, social, and cultural concepts and ideas are being deconstructed and challenged. This is having an impact on the Christian Church and its values of absolute truth and morality. Because of this, it’s time to consider what it means to reconstruct according to God’s words and ways rather than the world’s.
Reflection Questions:
- What is your greatest desire in life and who is better capable of satisfying that desire: you or God?
- What does it look like for you to submit your sexuality to God?
- What steps will you take this week towards greater intimacy with Jesus?
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The world as we know it is going through deconstruction. Political, social, and cultural concepts and ideas are being deconstructed and challenged. This is having an impact on the Christian Church and its values of absolute truth and morality. Because of this, it’s time to consider what it means to reconstruct according to God’s words and ways rather than the world’s.
Reflection Questions:
- What has your view of sexuality been most influenced by: the world or the Word?
- What issues of sexuality do you find hard to not compromise on?
- What unhealthy motivations might you have to “fix” people?
- Who in your life is God calling you to show compassion to when it comes to sexuality?
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The world as we know it is going through deconstruction. Political, social, and cultural concepts and ideas are being deconstructed and challenged. This is having an impact on the Christian Church and its values of absolute truth and morality. Because of this, it’s time to consider what it means to reconstruct according to God’s words and ways rather than the world’s.
Reflection Questions:
- Before today’s message, what was your response to the problem of evil and suffering in the world?
- After today’s message, how has your response changed?
- In what ways has suffering led to good in your life?
- What’s something you can do this week to partner with Jesus in combatting evil and suffering?
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The world as we know it is going through deconstruction. Political, social, and cultural concepts and ideas are being deconstructed and challenged. This is having an impact on the Christian Church and its values of absolute truth and morality. Because of this, it’s time to consider what it means to reconstruct according to God’s words and ways rather than the world’s.
Reflection Questions:
- What reasons have or can you come up with to not follow Jesus?
- If the resurrection of Jesus is true, what implications does that have for your life?
- What is something you can do this week to strengthen your faith in Jesus or help someone else strengthen theirs?
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The world as we know it is going through deconstruction. Political, social, and cultural concepts and ideas are being deconstructed and challenged. This is having an impact on the Christian Church and its values of absolute truth and morality. Because of this, it’s time to consider what it means to reconstruct according to God’s words and ways rather than the world’s.
Reflection Questions:
- How have the sciences strengthened your faith?
- How has scripture positively influenced your view of science?
- What struggles do you have between science and scripture?
- What steps will you take this week to help relieve some of that tension?
- We recommend visiting these two websites for great faith and science material: BioLogos.org and AnswersInGenesis.org
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The world as we know it is going through deconstruction. Political, social, and cultural concepts and ideas are being deconstructed and challenged. This is having an impact on the Christian Church and its values of absolute truth and morality. Because of this, it's time to consider what it means to reconstruct according to God's words and ways rather than the world's.
Reflection Questions:
- What struggles do you have with scripture?
- In what ways has scripture benefited you?
- What steps will you take this week to accept God’s invitation to be a part of his world-transforming story?
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The world as we know it is going through deconstruction. Political, social, and cultural concepts and ideas are being deconstructed and challenged. This is having an impact on the Christian Church and its values of absolute truth and morality. Because of this, it's time to consider what it means to reconstruct according to God's words and ways rather than the world's.
Reflection Questions:
- When is the last time you took inventory of the pieces of your faith and asked good questions about them?
- When you have questions about faith, where or to whom do you typically turn to?
- What do you think a healthy church or healthy Christian community looks like?
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The world as we know it is going through deconstruction. Political, social, and cultural concepts and ideas are being deconstructed and challenged. This is having an impact on the Christian Church and its values of absolute truth and morality. Because of this, it's time to consider what it means to reconstruct according to God's words and ways rather than the world's.
Reflection Questions:
- How have you been impacted by deconstruction, whether in your own life or by someone else’s deconstruction?
- What questions or struggles do you have when it comes to the Christian faith?
- What steps will you take this week to reconstruct and strengthen your faith?
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Tik Tok or Facebook. Mom jeans or skinny jeans. Cheugy or basic. If you’ve ever struggled to understand another generation, you’re not alone. But what could happen if we looked past our differences to learn from each other? Let’s talk about it in this message.
Reflection Questions:
- Name three people who influenced you for the better when you were younger. Why did you name those three?
- What seeds are you planting today? How might those seeds impact generations to come?
- Think of someone in your life who is younger than you. What are some ways you could intentionally invest in and empower that person this week?
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It's hard to sift through all of the information at our fingertips. How do we filter through it in a healthy way? Is it even possible to see the positive? Even in a complicated world, you can learn to shift your perspective and Write Your Own Headlines.
Reflection Questions:
- On a scale of 1-10, how positive is your mindset right now? Why did you choose that rating? What’s one step you can take to move closer to a 10.
- What struggle are you currently facing and what is your headline for that struggle? Does your headline need to change?
- What will you do to not buy into others’ negative headlines this week?
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With the world trying to figure out how to make the world a better place on its own terms, the author of Hebrews shows us that better is already available to us through Jesus. The overall question the book of Hebrews presents to us is: Why would we settle for good when we can have better?
Reflection Questions:
- When you first started following Jesus did you know you were signing up to live on mission? How has that changed over time?
- What will you do this week to befriend and show hospitality to a stranger?
- What things or people or pursuits in your life tend to distract you from living on mission?
- Who are the spiritual leaders in your life? Send them a message this week thanking them for pouring into your life.
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With the world trying to figure out how to make the world a better place on its own terms, the author of Hebrews shows us that better is already available to us through Jesus. The overall question the book of Hebrews presents to us is: Why would we settle for good when we can have better?
Reflection Questions:
- What mountain, Mount Sinai or Mount Zion, are you standing on today?
- Why do you think some people choose Mount Sinai over Mount Zion?
- In what ways do you take for granted your position on Mount Zion and what should your response to your position be?
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Miguel shared a message about how discipleship is ultimately the mission of God for us as followers of Jesus. We were reminded that the mission of God is verbal, urgent, and personal.
Reflection Questions:
- In what ways have you grown in being verbal with the mission of God?
- What is really the most valuable thing in life for you?
- What part of God’s mission excites you the most? Share with someone your burden and excitement.
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Drew Lovern shares his and ultimately God's heart for discipleship and followers of Jesus.
Reflection Questions:
- Who is an older mature discipler that you can submit to in order to be pruned?
- What are some things that the Lord is pruning in you?
- Who is someone that you can invite into your life?
- What is the fruit you want to see in your life?
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With the world trying to figure out how to make the world a better place on its own terms, the author of Hebrews shows us that better is already available to us through Jesus. The overall question the book of Hebrews presents to us is: Why would we settle for good when we can have better?
Reflection Questions:
- Where did you get your understanding of what discipline is and what it looks like?
- How is your understanding of discipline different from or the same as the biblical understanding of God’s discipline?
- In what ways have you experienced God’s discipline (guidance, instruction, correction, or punishment)?
- When you experience God’s discipline do you tend to reject it, lose heart, or receive it?
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With the world trying to figure out how to make the world a better place on its own terms, the author of Hebrews shows us that better is already available to us through Jesus. The overall question the book of Hebrews presents to us is: Why would we settle for good when we can have better?
Reflection Questions:
- What examples of faith do you have in your life that you can look up to?
- What weights or sins do you still need to lay aside so you can run better?
- How has your understanding of the race changed since you first started?
- How does it make you feel that you can’t win first place because Jesus already did?
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With the world trying to figure out how to make the world a better place on its own terms, the author of Hebrews shows us that better is already available to us through Jesus. The overall question the book of Hebrews presents to us is: Why would we settle for good when we can have better?
Reflection Questions:
- What examples of faith in Jesus do you have in your life?
- What about those examples of faith are inspiring to you?
- When it comes to having inside out faith, is your faith more inside or out? Is your faith more thought or action?
- What are some ways you can show your faith in Jesus?
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With the world trying to figure out how to make the world a better place on its own terms, the author of Hebrews shows us that better is already available to us through Jesus. The overall question the book of Hebrews presents to us is: Why would we settle for good when we can have better?
Reflection Questions:
- How confident are you feeling about 2022 so far?
- Where is your confidence and where is it taking you?
- In what ways have you found strength from the body of Christ?
- What will you do to grow and strengthen your confidence in Jesus this week?
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Join us as we fast and pray for God to fill us with his vision for 2022.
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Join us as we fast and pray for God to fill us with his vision for 2022.
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Join us as we fast and pray for God to fill us with his vision for 2022.
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Join us as we fast and pray for God to fill us with his vision for 2022.
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Join us as we fast and pray for God to fill us with his vision for 2022.
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Join us as we fast and pray for God to fill us with his vision for 2022.
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Join us as we fast and pray for God to fill us with his vision for 2022.
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2022 is going to be a year of growth, spiritual parentage, and reconstruction. Listen in for more details.
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With the world trying to figure out how to make the world a better place on its own terms, the author of Hebrews shows us that better is already available to us through Jesus. The overall question the book of Hebrews presents to us is: Why would we settle for good when we can have better?
Reflection Questions:
- How does it make you feel that your past, present, and future sins are forgiven?
- Why do you think we struggle with the truth of grace so much?
- Knowing that your sins are forgiven, forgotten, and put away because of Jesus, what is a better way to approach God when you sin?
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With the world trying to figure out how to make the world a better place on its own terms, the author of Hebrews shows us that better is already available to us through Jesus. The overall question the book of Hebrews presents to us is: Why would we settle for good when we can have better?
Reflection Questions:
- Which signs that you are on a detour (prosecuting, punishing, performing, procrastinating) have you experienced?
- What has helped you get back on the right path to God?
- How does it make you feel that you can have a purified conscience because of Jesus?
- What detours do you need to tear down in your life?
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With the world trying to figure out how to make the world a better place on its own terms, the author of Hebrews shows us that better is already available to us through Jesus. The overall question the book of Hebrews presents to us is: Why would we settle for good when we can have better?
Reflection Questions:
- How would you describe your walk with Jesus: chasing after shadows or embracing substance?
- In what ways have you experienced transformation in Jesus? In what ways do you still want to experience transformation?
- Out of the four transformations we experience in the new covenant (heart transformation, belonging, knowing God, forgotten sins), which have you experienced or resonates with you more?
- How will you embrace substance this week?
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With the world trying to figure out how to make the world a better place on its own terms, the author of Hebrews shows us that better is already available to us through Jesus. The overall question the book of Hebrews presents to us is: Why would we settle for good when we can have better?
Reflection Questions:
- Why do we tend to be more self-reliant rather than reliant on Jesus?
- What is it about the new order of Jesus that is more appealing than the old order of the Levitical priesthood?
- How does it make you feel knowing that Jesus is interceding for you at this very moment?
- How will you make Jesus bigger in your life this week?
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With the world trying to figure out how to make the world a better place on its own terms, the author of Hebrews shows us that better is already available to us through Jesus. The overall question the book of Hebrews presents to us is: Why would we settle for good when we can have better?
Reflection Questions:
- What obstacles do you face that make it difficult to believe, obey, and mature?
- Why do you think we are so prone to try to do things in our own power and strength?
- What has Jesus done to help you trust him?
- What will you do this week to draw near to Jesus and use him for help?
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With the world trying to figure out how to make the world a better place on its own terms, the author of Hebrews shows us that better is already available to us through Jesus. The overall question the book of Hebrews presents to us is: Why would we settle for good when we can have better?
Reflection Questions:
- What blessings have you experienced since being saved?
- In what ways have you maybe become lazy in your faith?
- Who in your life can you look up to and imitate as a person of faith and obedience?
- What motivates you to continue growing in your faith?
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With the world trying to figure out how to make the world a better place on its own terms, the author of Hebrews shows us that better is already available to us through Jesus. The overall question the book of Hebrews presents to us is: Why would we settle for good when we can have better?
Reflection Questions:
- What do you think it means to be a mature follower of Jesus?
- Based on what Hebrews says, would you say you are immature or on your way to maturity?
- Which of the six elementary principles mentioned in Hebrews do you struggle with (repentance, faith, baptism, laying on of hands, resurrection, eternal judgment)?
- What steps will you take towards maturity this week?
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With the world trying to figure out how to make the world a better place on its own terms, the author of Hebrews shows us that better is already available to us through Jesus. The overall question the book of Hebrews presents to us is: Why would we settle for good when we can have better?
Reflection Questions:
- What does it make you feel about God that he desires rest not just for our bodies but also for our souls?
- In which area would you say you are stronger: believing God or obeying God? How has that affected your walk with him?
- What do you struggle to believe about God and in what ways do you struggle to obey God?
- How does Hebrews 4:12 change the way you approach and read God’s word?
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Pastor Annette shares a lesson she learned from reading the well-known children's book, We're Going on a Bear Hunt. We can't go over it, we can't go under it. We have to go through it. This is something Jesus modeled for us as he went through life and the various trials he faced. Let's follow Jesus as he leads us through.
Reflection Questions:
- What shortcuts is God asking me to give up on my way through?
- What lesser ways need to give way to THE WAY?
- How can I let God’s word lead me this week?
- Where do I need to worship?
- What wisdom have I received that I need to respond to?
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With the world trying to figure out how to make the world a better place on its own terms, the author of Hebrews shows us that better is already available to us through Jesus. The overall question the book of Hebrews presents to us is: Why would we settle for good when we can have better?
Reflection Questions:
- What do you think it means to have rest for your soul?
- Who do you have in your life that you can encourage and who can encourage you?
- In what ways do you struggle with belief in and obedience to God?
- What steps do you need to take towards spiritual heart health?
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With the world trying to figure out how to make the world a better place on its own terms, the author of Hebrews shows us that better is already available to us through Jesus. The overall question the book of Hebrews presents to us is: Why would we settle for good when we can have better?
Reflection Questions:
- How does the world know that you belong to Jesus?
- Can you identify areas of your life that are influenced more by the world rather than Jesus? What are they?
- What do you think it looks like to be outspokenly and unwaveringly prideful and fearless about who Jesus is and what he’s done for you?
- How will you live that way this week?
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With the world trying to figure out how to make the world a better place on its own terms, the author of Hebrews shows us that better is already available to us through Jesus. The overall question the book of Hebrews presents to us is: Why would we settle for good when we can have better?
Reflection Questions:
- When you think of Jesus do you think more of his divinity or of his humanity? Why do you think that is?
- What is it about Jesus’s humanity that brings you comfort?
- What do you think it looks like to have dominion in your own life?
- What hardships are you facing and how do you think Jesus can relate to you in your hardship?
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With the world trying to figure out how to make the world a better place on its own terms, the author of Hebrews shows us that better is already available to us through Jesus. The overall question the book of Hebrews presents to us is: Why would we settle for good when we can have better?
Reflection Questions:
- Have you ever experienced drift in your faith before? What did it look like (evaporation, leaking vessel, drifting boat)?
- What is it about Jesus and his message that led you to faith in him?
- Who do you know who is experiencing drift and will you commit to praying for them?
- What practices of your faith do you need to be more consistent in?
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With the world trying to figure out how to make the world a better place on its own terms, the author of Hebrews shows us that better is already available to us through Jesus. The overall question the book of Hebrews presents to us is: Why would we settle for good when we can have better?
Reflection Questions:
- What things other than Jesus do you often rely on to make your faith more enjoyable?
- Why do you sometimes struggle to believe that Jesus is enough?
- What about Jesus causes you to marvel at him?
- What steps will you take this week to make Jesus the center and foundation of your faith?
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With the world trying to figure out how to make the world a better place on its own terms, the author of Hebrews shows us that better is already available to us through Jesus. The overall question the book of Hebrews presents to us is: Why would we settle for good when we can have better?
Reflection Questions:
- Do you rely more on what other people say about God to know him or do you rely more on what God says about himself in scripture?
- What does your personal study of God’s word look like?
- What struggles do you have when reading or studying God’s word?
- What questions do you have about God and what do you think his word says?
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With the world trying to figure out how to make the world a better place on its own terms, the author of Hebrews shows us that better is already available to us through Jesus. The overall question the book of Hebrews presents to us is: Why would we settle for good when we can have better?
Reflection Questions:
- Why do you think we tend to put the care of other things in the world above the care of our souls?
- In your own words, why do you think Jesus is better?
- How has Jesus made your life better?
- What will you do this week to keep Jesus at the forefront of your mind?
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Solomon said in Proverbs 27:17, "Iron sharpens iron, and one man sharpens another." In a world where relational poverty is more pervasive than ever, Solomon's wisdom is more needed than ever. God desires for us and designed us to live in friendship with other believers. Examining the sharpening process of iron shows us what it takes to have real and meaningful friendships with other believers.
Reflection Questions:
- Who in your life do you consider to be a close friend?
- In what ways has having close friends made you and your life better?
- What makes building close friendships difficult?
- In what ways will you build close friendship with someone this week?
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In this series, we’ll be reclaiming the word “calling.” It’s not just what we’re good at, or what we choose to do. Calling is a sacred word that speaks to our innermost beings. As we go through this two-week series, we’ll be reminded that calling isn’t as much about “what” as it is “who.” In order to discover God’s true calling on our lives, we need to focus less on what we’re doing and more on what we’re becoming: fully devoted followers of Christ.
Reflection Questions:
- God calls us to salvation, sanctification, and service. How does that influence the way you view your calling?
- What are some ways your calling has cost you? How have you seen your calling sustain you?
- Has God ever called you to do something even though you felt unprepared? What happened?
- What practical steps can you take to pursue your calling this week?
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In this series, we’ll be reclaiming the word “calling.” It’s not just what we’re good at, or what we choose to do. Calling is a sacred word that speaks to our innermost beings. As we go through this two-week series, we’ll be reminded that calling isn’t as much about “what” as it is “who.” In order to discover God’s true calling on our lives, we need to focus less on what we’re doing and more on what we’re becoming: fully devoted followers of Christ.
Reflection Questions:
- What would change about your life if you believed that your calling isn’t just about what you do but about who you’re becoming?
- What are some small and large ways God might be calling you to be faithful?
- Have you ever seen someone’s faithfulness in small things result in a significant impact? What happened?
- How can you be faithful to God’s calling this week?
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The Art of Giving Up is about the more we give up of self, the more we gain of God. When we live a life of surrender, sacrifice and service we experience true satisfaction in all areas of our lives.
Reflection Questions:
- How has your flag of surrender grown during this series and in what ways are you still learning to master the art of giving up?
- Are you at the point of loving Jesus more than anyone or anything that you would give up everything for him? Why or why not?
- Who are the people in your life who need rescuing and will be impacted by your life of surrender?
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The Art of Giving Up is about the more we give up of self, the more we gain of God. When we live a life of surrender, sacrifice and service we experience true satisfaction in all areas of our lives.
Reflection Questions:
- What am I called to give up for the church?
- What resources do I have a hard time laying down and why?
- What’s a practical way I can love the church this week?
- What does it look like for you to practice kindness, tenderheartedness, and forgiveness as acts of loving the church?
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The Art of Giving Up is about the more we give up of self, the more we gain of God. When we live a life of surrender, sacrifice and service we experience true satisfaction in all areas of our lives.
Reflection Questions:
- How will you commit to starting your day surrendering to God?
- Who are the people that God is calling you to lay your life down for and what will that look like?
- Who are the people who consistently lay down their life for you? How will you show them gratitude this week?
- How will you commit to ending your day surrendering to God?
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The Art of Giving Up is about the more we give up of self, the more we gain of God. When we live a life of surrender, sacrifice and service we experience true satisfaction in all areas of our lives.
Reflection Questions:
- What is God asking you to give up that you’re still holding onto?
- Have you ever trusted God and given up something even though it was good? What happened?
- Between commitment, community, and compassion, which are you lacking in the most?
- How will you follow through this week with giving up and holding on the way God desires you to?
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The Art of Giving Up is about the more we give up of self, the more we gain of God. When we live a life of surrender, sacrifice and service we experience true satisfaction in all areas of our lives.
Reflection Questions:
- In what ways do you trust God?
- In what ways has trusting God been a struggle for you?
- How has God proven himself trustworthy to you in your life?
- How will you practice trusting God this week?
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The Art of Giving Up is about the more we give up of self, the more we gain of God. When we live a life of surrender, sacrifice and service we experience true satisfaction in all areas of our lives.
Reflection Questions:
- Who are you living for more: self, others, or Jesus?
- What has it cost you, if anything, to follow Jesus so far?
- What areas of your life, of yourself do you need to surrender to Jesus?
- What one act of self-surrender will you commit to doing this week?
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Every road trip needs an epic playlist. The Psalms are God’s epic playlist to us on this journey through life and they make the journey that much sweeter.
Reflection Questions:
- What are you doing to actively work towards unity in your church, marriage, other relationships, etc.?
- Which of the three building blocks of unity (humility, trust, tenacity) are you weakest in?
- Which of the three blessings of unity have you experienced for yourself (life more enjoyable, capable, sustainable)?
- Spend some time praying for greater unity in all areas of your life (church, relationships, work).
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Every road trip needs an epic playlist. The Psalms are God’s epic playlist to us on this journey through life and they make the journey that much sweeter.
Reflection Questions:
Read Psalm 126, then reflect:
- What words stick out to you?
- What do they mean to you?
- What do you feel God saying to you?
- Does your life feel more like captivity or freedom? Why? What is one thing you can do this week to embrace God’s freedom?
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Every road trip needs an epic playlist. The Psalms are God’s epic playlist to us on this journey through life and they make the journey that much sweeter.
Reflection Questions:
- Why do you think we tend to blame God when we experience unfairness and injustice in life?
- Based on the message and in your own words, why do you think it’s a good thing that God is unfair? How has that impacted your life?
- Why do you think it’s a good idea to forgive others? What could you benefit from giving forgiveness?
- What opportunities have you been given to make good on your past mistakes?
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Every road trip needs an epic playlist. The Psalms are God’s epic playlist to us on this journey through life and they make the journey that much sweeter.
Reflection Questions:
- When you think of the good life what comes to mind?
- Would you say that you are living the blessed life according to Psalm 128 (blessed feelings, finances, family and future)? Why or why not?
- In what ways are you challenged to love God and love people more?
- What is it about God that inspires awe or fear of the Lord?
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Every road trip needs an epic playlist. The Psalms are God’s epic playlist to us on this journey through life and they make the journey that much sweeter.
Reflection Questions:
- What things do you usually turn to for comfort instead of God? Ask God to help you lift your eyes above the hills.
- In what areas of your life do you need to trust God more?
- What strengths do you have that might also be weaknesses? Ask God to shelter you in your strength and weakness.
- What will you consistently do this week to take care of your soul?
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Paul’s letter to the Philippians is all about helping followers of Jesus have a gospel perspective on life. In a world full of many different perspectives we need a proper God perspective more than ever. Our circumstances might not change, but with Jesus our perspective can.
Reflection Questions:
- What do you base your level of contentment on? What you have or who you have?
- What can you do this week that will bring God glory and good to the people around you?
- How much time do you spend thinking about your own needs? How does that amount of time reflect your trust in God to supply your needs?
- Think of an area in your life where you are lacking and think of an area in your life where you have much. Do you believe God can do something miraculous for his glory and the good of others in both of those areas? Ask God to do it.
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Paul’s letter to the Philippians is all about helping followers of Jesus have a gospel
perspective on life. In a world full of many different perspectives we need a proper God perspective more than ever. Our circumstances might not change, but with Jesus our perspective can.
Reflection Questions:
- What steps will you take to keep the fact that Jesus is coming back at the forefront of your mind?
- Make an effort to pray for as many small things as you can this week. How did this practice influence your overall prayer life?
- Practice setting your mind on the things Paul mentions in verse 8. How does this practice influence your thought life?
- When thinking about Jesus coming back at any moment, what kind of life changes are you compelled to make?
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Paul’s letter to the Philippians is all about helping followers of Jesus have a gospel perspective on life. In a world full of many different perspectives we need a proper God perspective more than ever. Our circumstances might not change, but with Jesus our perspective can.
Reflection Questions:
- When in conflict what do you tend to set your mind on? Do you set your mind on being right or do you set your mind on Jesus?
- What do you believe and know about Jesus? Is your response, your rejoicing reasonable for what you know about Jesus?
- What effect has the truth of Jesus’ return had on your life? Do you have an expectancy for Jesus’ return? How does that affect your prayer life, thought life and way of life?
- If you knew Jesus was coming back at 5PM tomorrow what would you do from now until then?
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Paul’s letter to the Philippians is all about helping followers of Jesus have a gospel
perspective on life. In a world full of many different perspectives we need a proper God perspective more than ever. Our circumstances might not change, but with Jesus our perspective can.
Reflection Questions:
- Who am I following, what draws me to them and why?
- What does it look like for me to weep over the brokenness of the world around me and am I willing to ask the Holy Spirit to move me to tears?
- Are there any areas of my life that are prone to give into my fleshly desires and appetite? How can I set my mind on the things of heaven?
- What does it look like for me to be a citizen and ambassador of heaven? What areas in my life need to be transformed from assimilation to allegiance to Christ?
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Paul’s letter to the Philippians is all about helping followers of Jesus have a gospel perspective on life. In a world full of many different perspectives we need a proper God perspective more than ever. Our circumstances might not change, but with Jesus our perspective can.
Reflection Questions:
- How does it make you feel that the Apostle Paul still considered himself as in the process of owning his faith?
- Are there parts of your past that you find hard to let go of? What would it look like to own your past but not let your past own you?
- What about your future in Christ encourages you to live differently in the present? How does your future influence your view of your past?
- What areas of your faith are you still working on owning and making your own? What areas of your faith do you need to mature in more?
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Paul’s letter to the Philippians is all about helping followers of Jesus have a gospel
perspective on life. In a world full of many different perspectives we need a proper God perspective more than ever. Our circumstances might not change, but with Jesus our perspective can.
Reflection Questions:
- What do you think causes your rejoicing in Jesus to fade from time to time?
- What is it about Jesus that brings you joy, that makes you happy to know and see him in your life?
- Who in your life can you lean on to help you remember Jesus when your faith starts to fade?
- What will you do this week to help revive your rejoicing in Jesus?
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Paul’s letter to the Philippians is all about helping followers of Jesus have a gospel
perspective on life. In a world full of many different perspectives we need a proper God perspective more than ever. Our circumstances might not change, but with Jesus our perspective can.
Reflection Questions:
- Which character qualifications do you need to grow in more? Commit those to prayer this week. (Genuine concern for others, seeing other believers as family, someone others enjoy being around, honoring others)
- How has your family upbringing influenced the way you see the family of God? Or how has your faith in God influenced your view of family?
- Can you think of someone you always enjoy being around? What makes them enjoyable? What makes you a joy to be around?
- Who can you give honor to this week?
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Paul’s letter to the Philippians is all about helping followers of Jesus have a gospel
perspective on life. In a world full of many different perspectives we need a proper God perspective more than ever. Our circumstances might not change, but with Jesus our perspective can.
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Paul’s letter to the Philippians is all about helping followers of Jesus have a gospel
perspective on life. In a world full of many different perspectives we need a proper God perspective more than ever. Our circumstances might not change, but with Jesus our perspective can.
Reflection Questions:
- What do you tend to focus more on when it comes to living out your faith: following the hows or following the who?
- Can you remember a time in your life when you felt strong in your faith? Do you think it was because you followed all the rules or because you started to know Jesus better?
- What steps will you take this week to know Jesus better?
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Paul’s letter to the Philippians is all about helping followers of Jesus have a gospel
perspective on life. In a world full of many different perspectives we need a proper God perspective more than ever. Our circumstances might not change, but with Jesus our perspective can.
Reflection Questions:
- Are you living in a manner worthy of the gospel? How can you improve?
- Are we as a church standing side by side in one spirit with one mind for the faith of the gospel? How can we improve?
- Are we frightened by our opponents or are we keeping our nerve, not backing down? What does it look like to stand for Jesus and what Jesus stands for?
- What is the quality of your showing that you truly believe what you believe and say? Are we willing to move beyond just saying we believe and showing we believe through serving, to potentially suffering for what we believe when the time comes?
- What’s the pay off of our consistency, cooperation, confidence and conviction?
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Paul’s letter to the Philippians is all about helping followers of Jesus have a gospel
perspective on life. In a world full of many different perspectives we need a proper God perspective more than ever. Our circumstances might not change, but with Jesus our perspective can.
Reflection Questions:
- Joy, prayer, and the Holy Spirit can help us through our suffering. Which of these three do you find easier or harder to cling to in suffering and why?
- Why do you think it’s easier to talk about life and harder to talk about death?
- Do you tend to focus more on the ultimate or the immediate?
- What steps will you take this week to focus more on the immediate purpose of your life?
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Paul’s letter to the Philippians is all about helping followers of Jesus have a gospel
perspective on life. In a world full of many different perspective we need proper God perspective more than ever. Our circumstances might not change, but with Jesus our perspective can.
Reflection Questions:
- What problems are you currently facing that could actually serve your purpose?
- What things are you apathetic or have a so-what attitude towards?
- What are you passionate about and how do your passions shape your perspective?
- What steps will you take to cultivate your passion for Jesus this week?
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Paul’s letter to the Philippians is all about helping followers of Jesus have a gospel
perspective on life. In a world full of many different perspective we need proper God perspective more than ever. Our circumstances might not change, but with Jesus our perspective can.
Reflection Questions:
- What is your general perspective on life? Positive or negative or meh?
- What do you typically turn to to experience joy?
- Do you usually see yourself as a sinner or as a saint? Why do you think that is?
- Can you identify any perspective changes that need to happen in your life? What are they?
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In our Let There Be Light series we are exploring the importance of light in our natural and spiritual lives. And Jesus' assertion that he is The Way, The Truth, and The Life only has power and authority because he was first The Light.
Reflection Questions:
- Why do you sometimes feel like you aren’t qualified to be the light of the world?
- How much of Jesus do you think people see in your life? What steps can you take so that people see more of Jesus in your life?
- Why do we sometimes feel like we have to hide our light from the world?
- What steps can you take to draw closer to Jesus so that you shine brighter and broader in the world?
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In our Let There Be Light series we are exploring the importance of light in our natural and spiritual lives. And Jesus' assertion that he is The Way, The Truth, and The Life only has power and authority because he was first The Light.
Reflection Questions:
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Who or what are you trusting as the way to life, the way of life, and the way through darkness?
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What darkness do you have in your own life and what does it look like to trust Jesus as the way out of that darkness?
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What has God given you that makes your life worth living?
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What scriptures do you find helpful during dark and difficult times?
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In our Let There Be Light series we are exploring the importance of light in our natural and spiritual lives. And Jesus' assertion that he is The Way, The Truth, and The Life only has power and authority because he was first The Light.
Reflection Questions:
- What barriers do you often encounter in sharing God’s truth, whether internal or external?
- How does it make you feel that you don’t have to defend truth and truth will defend itself?
- How has God’s truth changed you?
- Who in your life needs the saving power of God’s truth? Pray for them and ask God to help you be an agent of truth in their life.
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In our Let There Be Light series we are exploring the importance of light in our natural and spiritual lives. And Jesus' assertion that he is The Way, The Truth, and The Life only has power and authority because he was first The Light.
Reflection Questions:
- What steps can you take to incorporate physical light into your health routine? And what truths about God do you think might be revealed to you in doing so?
- What areas of your life feel dark or maybe even dead?
- What would it look like for you to put your trust in Jesus to bring those areas back to life?
- What will you do this week to be more connected to God as your source of light and life?
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Reflection Questions:
- What are some areas in my life where I need to turn the light on?
- What steps can you take to start building habits of “turning on the light” in your daily routines?
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Reflection Questions:
- Where is darkness prevalent and how can you be and bring the Light? What are some practical ways to shine?
- Are there any areas in your life that hinder the light from truly shining? Ask God to show you and ask Him what you can do to change that.
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Reflection Questions:
- What is the health status of your spiritual eyes? What things are occupying your focus and how are they making you spiritually healthy or unhealthy?
- What things of heaven can you spend more time focusing on today?
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Thank you for listening to our Fresh Start Fast 2021 Devotional. Follow the link for more information on fasting: https://centralcityonline.org/freshstartfast/
Reflection Questions:
- When you’re anxious or afraid, where do you go for comfort or relief?
- Can you think of a dark time in your life when Jesus showed himself as light?
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Thank you for listening to our Fresh Start Fast 2021 Devotional. Follow the link for more information on fasting: https://centralcityonline.org/freshstartfast/
Reflection Questions:
- What are some of your favorite scripture verses that you like to think about to help you through difficult times?
- What is it about the immutability or unchangingness of God that brings you comfort?
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Thank you for listening to our Fresh Start Fast 2021 Devotional. Follow the link for more information on fasting: https://centralcityonline.org/freshstartfast/
Reflection Questions:
- What brings you greater joy, physical light or physical darkness? Why do you think that is?
- Do you want more of God’s goodness in your life? Then what are some things you can do today to live more in his light (prayer, reading his word, serving someone)?
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We begin the new year with our annual Fresh Start Fast. The theme and focus for 2021 is: Let there be light. We hope this message helps all of our church family get on the same page for the year. Also, visit our website for more details about how to participate in our weeklong fast.
Reflection Questions:
- In the midst of a difficult 2020, what were some of the good things that happened and that you can thank God for?
- What lessons learned and tools gained will you carry into the New Year?
- How will you participate in this year’s Fresh Start Fast?
- Who will you pray for this week that God’s light will shine on them and what areas of darkness in your own life do you need God’s light to shine?
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Gratitude and thankfulness have been researched in the world and have been shown as good for the body and mind. But it’s time for the Church to rise up as the original experts on gratitude. And after a difficult year for everyone, the question we all need to ask ourselves is, Are you still grateful?
Reflection Questions: * Where have I been entitled and how can I replace that with gratitude? * In what areas of my life am I struggling to express gratitude and what is one thing I can do to shift my gaze? * Are there any areas of my life left unguarded and how can I move towards being guarded IN Christ? * How can I be someone that those around me are grateful for?
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In a short story in Luke we see that Jesus calls us to trust him with our nets, the things we cling to and trust in for our provision, our hope, our future, etc.. But when we let down and lay down our nets we can trust that God can do more with our nets than we can do on our own.
Reflection Questions
- What makes trusting God difficult for you?
- Have you ever obeyed God even though you didn’t understand what he was doing? What was that like? What did you learn?
- What is something you need to let go of so you can cling to God and his promises?
- How can you obey God and surrender what you can’t control this week?
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The book of James seems to be most concerned about people who profess faith in God and his Son Jesus, but they don’t have genuine, real faith. They talk-the-talk, but they don’t walk-the-walk. And so, James’ goal in his writing is to help believers achieve genuine, whole, perfect, unwavering faith in God. His goal is to equip the family of God with wisdom for their walks with Jesus.
Reflection Questions
- When in life do you most feel the urge to pray? And what would praying to or praising God when you are cheerful look like for you?
- Is the connection between sickness and sin challenging to you? How can you incorporate confession more into your life?
- If prayer is not about who you are but who God is, how does that change your perspective on prayer?
- How are you doing in your walk with Jesus and who else could you ask that question to?
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The book of James seems to be most concerned about people who profess faith in God and his Son Jesus, but they don’t have genuine, real faith. They talk-the-talk, but they don’t walk-the-walk. And so, James’ goal in his writing is to help believers achieve genuine, whole, perfect, unwavering faith in God. His goal is to equip the family of God with wisdom for their walks with Jesus.
Reflection Questions
- Do you tend to be more accumulating minded or more giving minded?
- What gifts, skills or resources has God given you to put to good use that are currently falling into disuse?
- Who in your life is suffering or struggling but could be thriving if you were open handed with the things God has given you?
- In what ways can you be less self-indulgent and more God-indulgent?
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The book of James seems to be most concerned about people who profess faith in God and his Son Jesus, but they don’t have genuine, real faith. They talk-the-talk, but they don’t walk-the-walk. And so, James’ goal in his writing is to help believers achieve genuine, whole, perfect, unwavering faith in God. His goal is to equip the family of God with wisdom for their walks with Jesus.
Reflection Questions * What are some ways you become a judge of God’s Royal Law by choosing to not obey the Royal Law? * Think about your dreams and plans for you life. Are you pursuing earthly plans that are yours or eternal plans that are God’s for you life? * What has God asked you to do that you haven’t done yet? What steps do you need to take to pursue God’s plans for you? * What areas of your life do you need to surrender your free will to God and let him be sovereign?
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The book of James seems to be most concerned about people who profess faith in God and his Son Jesus, but they don’t have genuine, real faith. They talk-the-talk, but they don’t walk-the-walk. And so, James’ goal in his writing is to help believers achieve genuine, whole, perfect, unwavering faith in God. His goal is to equip the family of God with wisdom for their walks with Jesus.
Reflection Questions:
- How does labeling sin as adultery against God make you feel about your own sins?
- How does it make you feel that even when we’ve fallen, God shows more, mega, great, loud grace toward us?
- Humility should always be our proper response to God’s grace. Has this always been your response to God’s grace?
- Think of the four phase restoration (1. Submitting to God. 2. Drawing near to God. 3. Clean hands and heart. 4. Mourning and weeping.) Which of these phases are you more familiar with? Which do you tend to skip?
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Fast Wednesday is our commitment to make fasting a regular part of our practice as followers of Jesus. It's an opportunity for us to empty ourselves and be filled by God so we are prepared for whatever we may encounter in life.
And when we fast and pray we have a great opportunity to connect with God not just as heavenly Father, but heavenly Friend.
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The book of James seems to be most concerned about people who profess faith in God and his Son Jesus, but they don’t have genuine, real faith. They talk the talk, but they don’t walk the walk. And so, James’ goal in his writing is to help believers achieve genuine, whole, perfect, unwavering faith in God. His goal is to equip the family of God with wisdom for their walks with Jesus.
Reflection Questions:
● What knowledge of Jesus do you have that needs to turn into wisdom, or applied knowledge to your walk with Jesus?
● Can you think of a time when jealousy, selfish ambition, or boasting led you away from Jesus? Reflect on that moment.
● What fruit are you currently experiencing in your life and what does that say about the kind of wisdom you are living by (true or false wisdom)?
● Reread James 3:17-18. When in your life or what parts of your life make it difficult to live in this way? Spend some time praying for strength and wisdom to hold firm to true wisdom this week.
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The book of James seems to be most concerned about people who profess faith in God and his Son Jesus, but they don’t have genuine, real faith. They talk the talk, but they don’t walk the walk. And so, James’ goal in his writing is to help believers achieve genuine, whole, perfect, unwavering faith in God. His goal is to equip the family of God with wisdom for their walks with Jesus.
Reflection Questions
- Can you think of a time your tongue led you down a wrong path?
- What have you lost as a result of careless speech?
- How has your tongue changed since becoming a follower of Jesus?
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The book of James seems to be most concerned about people who profess faith in God and his Son Jesus, but they don’t have genuine, real faith. They talk the talk, but they don’t walk the walk. And so, James’ goal in his writing is to help believers achieve genuine, whole, perfect, unwavering faith in God. His goal is to equip the family of God with wisdom for their walks with Jesus.
Reflection Questions * Would you say that your faith is comprised mostly of words or works? * How do people (friends, family, neighbors, coworkers, classmates) know that you are truly a follower of Jesus? Do your works speak louder than your words? * Can you think of a time when your works or service to others drew you closer to Jesus? * What about Peter’s story do you relate to most?
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The book of James seems to be most concerned about people who profess faith in God and his Son Jesus, but they don’t have genuine, real faith. They talk the talk, but they don’t walk the walk. And so, James’ goal in his writing is to help believers achieve genuine, whole, perfect, unwavering faith in God. His goal is to equip the family of God with wisdom for their walks with Jesus.
Reflection Questions * Honestly reflecting upon your life, how have you shown partiality to those outside and inside the family of God? In what ways have you prejudged people by their outward appearance rather than their heart? * How have you experienced partiality from others within the church? How did that make you feel? * How have you followed Jesus in some ways but neglected his way in others? * What are some ways we can better show mercy, compassion, and kindness to all people as a church family?
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The book of James seems to be most concerned about people who profess faith in God and his Son Jesus, but they don’t have genuine, real faith. They talk the talk, but they don’t walk the walk. And so, James’ goal in his writing is to help believers achieve genuine, whole, perfect, unwavering faith in God. His goal is to equip the family of God with wisdom for their walks with Jesus.
Reflection Questions:
- What are you carrying on your walk with Jesus that should be left behind? How has carrying those things hindered your walk with Jesus?
- What parts of your walk to perfection with Jesus have been done in your own strength and will rather than receiving or submitting to the will of God?
- How do you know that the word of God is at work in you? Think of some examples.
- What are some things you can practically do this week to help you remember the words of God that we read in the first chapter of James?
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The book of James seems to be most concerned about people who profess faith in God and his Son Jesus, but they don’t have genuine, real faith. They talk the talk, but they don’t walk the walk. And so, James’ goal in his writing is to help believers achieve genuine, whole, perfect, unwavering faith in God. His goal is to equip the family of God with wisdom for their walks with Jesus.
Reflection Questions:
- What trials are you facing right now? What do you think God wants to do in you through the trials?
- How have you resisted trials instead of endured them?
- Think about a recent temptation you faced. Which of your desires was that temptation attempting to satisfy (love, security, acceptance)?
- As you read James 1:9-18 this week, what more do you learn about God’s quality and character? How does that comfort you?
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The book of James seems to be most concerned about people who profess faith in God and his Son Jesus, but they don’t have genuine, real faith. They talk the talk, but they don’t walk the walk. And so, James’ goal in his writing is to help believers achieve genuine, whole, perfect, unwavering faith in God. His goal is to equip the family of God with wisdom for their walks with Jesus.
Reflection Questions * What trials are you currently facing in life and what might God be trying to take away or add so that you can become more like Jesus? * What character traits or virtues of being a child of God do you think you are lacking or need more of (i.e. wisdom, mercy, grace, forgiveness)? * What causes you to doubt that God will actually give you those? * As you read James 1:1-8 this week, what comforts do you get about God’s character?
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There is a different kind of pandemic spreading throughout our world. It’s called the Hurry pandemic and it’s slowly and silently destroying our souls. In this new series we will learn, based on Jesus’ life, how we can un-hurry our own lives and live the life Jesus intends for us to live.
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There is a different kind of pandemic spreading throughout our world. It’s called the Hurry pandemic and it’s slowly and silently destroying our souls. In this new series we will learn, based on Jesus’ life, how we can un-hurry our own lives and live the life Jesus intends for us to live.
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There is a different kind of pandemic spreading throughout our world. It’s called the Hurry pandemic and it’s slowly and silently destroying our souls. In this new series we will learn, based on Jesus’ life, how we can un-hurry our own lives and live the life Jesus intends for us to live.
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There is a different kind of pandemic spreading throughout our world. It’s called the Hurry pandemic and it’s slowly and silently destroying our souls. In this new series we will learn, based on Jesus’ life, how we can un-hurry our own lives and live the life Jesus intends for us to live.
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There is a different kind of pandemic spreading throughout our world. It’s called the Hurry pandemic and it’s slowly and silently destroying our souls. In this new series we will learn, based on Jesus’ life, how we can un-hurry our own lives and live the life Jesus intends for us to live.
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There is a different kind of pandemic spreading throughout our world. It’s called the Hurry pandemic and it’s slowly and silently destroying our souls. In this new series we will learn, based on Jesus’ life, how we can un-hurry our own lives and live the life Jesus intends for us to live.
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Jesus as our cornerstone is so much more than a nice idea. It's a way of living life. Pastor Josh gives us great insight into what it means that Jesus is our cornerstone.
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In Tucson, the Big Horn fire is raging. Sometimes forest fires are caused naturally by things like lightning. Sometimes forest fires are caused by negligence. The same is true for the forest fires that happen figuratively in our lives. Annette Eilert shares 10 methods for battling real life forest fires, which are also helpful in battling the spiritual forest fires we sometimes face.
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With so many voices in the world telling us how we should solve the social issues we face it’s important to remember that Jesus’ voice is the most important. And Jesus answered all of life’s problems when he said, “Follow Me.”
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In our Home Church series, we discuss the question of how does the Church continue to thrive when it can't gather together as the Church? We'll learn that personal growth and kingdom building can still happen when the Church is unable to gather in one location.
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In our Home Church series, we discuss the question of how does the Church continue to thrive when it can't gather together as the Church? We'll learn that personal growth and kingdom building can still happen when the Church is unable to gather in one location.
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In our Home Church series, we discuss the question of how does the Church continue to thrive when it can't gather together as the Church? We'll learn that personal growth and kingdom building can still happen when the Church is unable to gather in one location.
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In our Home Church series, we discuss the question of how does the Church continue to thrive when it can't gather together as the Church? We'll learn that personal growth and kingdom building can still happen when the Church is unable to gather in one location.
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In our Home Church series, we discuss the question of how does the Church continue to thrive when it can't gather together as the Church? We'll learn that personal growth and kingdom building can still happen when the Church is unable to gather in one location.
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In order to fight the good fight and thrive in any situation, you have to know who you're fighting. Pastor Kai and Annette remind us who is our enemy and how inviting God into your mess is just as important as resisting the enemy.
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Good doesn't usually just fall into our laps. Scripture shows us that if we want good in our lives, we have to seek it out.
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Considering our current circumstances, it may seem like we are in a time of mere survival, but God has given us the tools to move beyond surviving and into thriving.
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The world is responding in many different ways in the wake of COVID-19. But as followers of Jesus we have the opportunity to respond in such a way that inspires hope in those around us.
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Biblical hope involves the rock solid truth that God is in control of the universe, and He is just and capable to usher everything under submission to His authority. Every wrong will be righted. Every tear will be wiped away. Justice, in the coming kingdom, will prevail. All of this comes because of Jesus, His death on the cross for our sins, and His amazing resurrection. He will come again, and He will make all things right and good. That’s the basis for true biblical hope.
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What we learn from Daniel’s story as well as other people’s stories in the Bible is that if we want to not just survive but thrive in Babylon, our faith needs to be tested. But through that testing, we will experience greater growth in our faith in God and also incredible favor from God.
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Pastor Kai not only introduced us to Daniel, but he also detailed just how awful and deranged Babylon was, something that would make even our society blush. In the midst of this difficult place, Daniel didn’t merely survive, he thrived. Part of his secret was knowing God was in control, even when Israel’s enemies appeared to have won, and when the Lord is behind everything, it changes everything.
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Pastor Josh takes us through a 3-week series on the life of Jacob that reveals three life lessons we can't avoid.
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Pastor Josh takes us through a 3-week series on the life of Jacob that reveals three life lessons we can't avoid.
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Pastor Josh takes us through a 3-week series on the life of Jacob that reveals three life lessons we can't avoid.
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God is the God of 'What's Next?' He's always inviting us into the what's next that he has for our lives. Where are you and where does God want to take you?
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We just finished our week of prayer and fasting, but now what? Now that you've sharpened your ax, do you know how to use it? Pastor Kai shares about 2020 being a year of equipping.
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Thank you for joining us for this special episode of the Central City Assembly podcast. This week we start our first of the year Fresh Start Fast for 2020.
To help facilitate your fasting with us, all this week we will have morning prayer and worship from 6:30AM-7:30AM on Monday-Friday and 9AM-10AM on Saturday morning. We invite you to be with us for those mornings because there’s nothing like joining with your brothers and sisters in Christ in corporate prayer and worship.
Also during that time we have members of our church family who will share a short devotional centered on the word of God to help us have focus and intention during the fast.
Don't forget to visit https://centralcityonline.org/freshstartfast2020 for more tools to help guide you during the fast.
So enjoy this episode recorded during our morning worship and prayer gathering and may God fill you to overflowing during your fast.
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Thank you for joining us for this special episode of the Central City Assembly podcast. This week we start our first of the year Fresh Start Fast for 2020.
To help facilitate your fasting with us, all this week we will have morning prayer and worship from 6:30AM-7:30AM on Monday-Friday and 9AM-10AM on Saturday morning. We invite you to be with us for those mornings because there’s nothing like joining with your brothers and sisters in Christ in corporate prayer and worship.
Also during that time we have members of our church family who will share a short devotional centered on the word of God to help us have focus and intention during the fast.
Don't forget to visit https://centralcityonline.org/freshstartfast2020 for more tools to help guide you during the fast.
So enjoy this episode recorded during our morning worship and prayer gathering and may God fill you to overflowing during your fast.
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Thank you for joining us for this special episode of the Central City Assembly podcast. This week we start our first of the year Fresh Start Fast for 2020.
To help facilitate your fasting with us, all this week we will have morning prayer and worship from 6:30AM-7:30AM on Monday-Friday and 9AM-10AM on Saturday morning. We invite you to be with us for those mornings because there’s nothing like joining with your brothers and sisters in Christ in corporate prayer and worship.
Also during that time we have members of our church family who will share a short devotional centered on the word of God to help us have focus and intention during the fast.
Don't forget to visit https://centralcityonline.org/freshstartfast2020 for more tools to help guide you during the fast.
So enjoy this episode recorded during our morning worship and prayer gathering and may God fill you to overflowing during your fast.
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Thank you for joining us for this special episode of the Central City Assembly podcast. This week we start our first of the year Fresh Start Fast for 2020.
To help facilitate your fasting with us, all this week we will have morning prayer and worship from 6:30AM-7:30AM on Monday-Friday and 9AM-10AM on Saturday morning. We invite you to be with us for those mornings because there’s nothing like joining with your brothers and sisters in Christ in corporate prayer and worship.
Also during that time we have members of our church family who will share a short devotional centered on the word of God to help us have focus and intention during the fast.
Don't forget to visit https://centralcityonline.org/freshstartfast2020 for more tools to help guide you during the fast.
So enjoy this episode recorded during our morning worship and prayer gathering and may God fill you to overflowing during your fast.
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Thank you for joining us for this special episode of the Central City Assembly podcast. This week we start our first of the year Fresh Start Fast for 2020.
To help facilitate your fasting with us, all this week we will have morning prayer and worship from 6:30AM-7:30AM on Monday-Friday and 9AM-10AM on Saturday morning. We invite you to be with us for those mornings because there’s nothing like joining with your brothers and sisters in Christ in corporate prayer and worship.
Also during that time we have members of our church family who will share a short devotional centered on the word of God to help us have focus and intention during the fast.
Don't forget to visit https://centralcityonline.org/freshstartfast2020 for more tools to help guide you during the fast.
So enjoy this episode recorded during our morning worship and prayer gathering and may God fill you to overflowing during your fast.
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Thank you for joining us for this special episode of the Central City Assembly podcast. This week we start our first of the year Fresh Start Fast for 2020.
To help facilitate your fasting with us, all this week we will have morning prayer and worship from 6:30AM-7:30AM on Monday-Friday and 9AM-10AM on Saturday morning. We invite you to be with us for those mornings because there’s nothing like joining with your brothers and sisters in Christ in corporate prayer and worship.
Also during that time we have members of our church family who will share a short devotional centered on the word of God to help us have focus and intention during the fast.
Don't forget to visit https://centralcityonline.org/freshstartfast2020 for more tools to help guide you during the fast.
So enjoy this episode recorded during our morning worship and prayer gathering and may God fill you to overflowing during your fast.
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We begin our New Year Fresh Start Fast for 2020. This message is a crash course in prayer and fasting and will set you up well to get your edge back for 2020.
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Here is the interview from our Home Church message. Pastor Kai, Josh and Annette spend some time talking about the good and the difficult of 2019 and what they hope for in 2020.
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God has favor and blessings for you. But if you want to receive those blessings, you have to Hark! Enjoy this special episode of our first ever Christmas Eve gathering at CCA.
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We kick off our Christmas celebrations with this new series. Maybe your thinking of Christmas is too small. Kingdom Come tells the epic story of Christmas.
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We kick off our Christmas celebrations with this new series. Maybe your thinking of Christmas is too small. Kingdom Come tells the epic story of Christmas.
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We kick off our Christmas celebrations with this new series. Maybe your thinking of Christmas is too small. Kingdom Come tells the epic story of Christmas.
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We kick off our Christmas celebrations with this new series. Maybe your thinking of Christmas is too small. Kingdom Come tells the epic story of Christmas.
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This message is for those who have lowered their expectations for what God can do in their lives. You have no idea what our God can do through a single seed planted in faith.
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When it comes to solving the world's problems we often think too big. But what if we all did for one what we wish we could do for everyone? What if we each went deep, long, and time with just one? We just might see the world changed. By giving $10 a month to Convoy of Hope's FeedOne, you can feed one child for an entire month and open the doors to sharing the gospel of Jesus with them.
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We take a deep dive into four of Jesus' parables and what they reveal about the character of God, the culture of his kingdom, and how these stories give us practical and spiritual advice on how to live and influence the world around us.
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Week three with Josh Delbridge. We take a deep dive into four of Jesus' parables and what they reveal about the character of God, the culture of his kingdom, and how these stories give us practical and spiritual advice on how to live and influence the world around us.
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Week two with Annette Eilert. We take a deep dive into four of Jesus' parables and what they reveal about the character of God, the culture of his kingdom, and how these stories give us practical and spiritual advice on how to live and influence the world around us.
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We take a deep dive into four of Jesus' parables and what they reveal about the character of God, the culture of his kingdom, and how these stories give us practical and spiritual advice on how to live and influence the world around us.
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Youth Alive Arizona director shares a message from the book of Joshua about being positioned for a miracle.
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During a recent Prayer Team Lunch, Pastor Josh Delbridge brought an important teaching on prayer. We pray this serves you in making the most of your times of prayer and encountering our heavenly Father in prayer.
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The third and final book of our Summer Reading series is Didn't See It Coming by Carey Nieuwhof. We'll spend 5 weeks learning how to overcome 5 obstacles that no one expects and everyone experiences.
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The third and final book of our Summer Reading series is Didn't See It Coming by Carey Nieuwhof. We'll spend 5 weeks learning how to overcome 5 obstacles that no one expects and everyone experiences.
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The third and final book of our Summer Reading series is Didn't See It Coming by Carey Nieuwhof. We'll spend 5 weeks learning how to overcome 5 obstacles that no one expects and everyone experiences.
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The third and final book of our Summer Reading series is Didn't See It Coming by Carey Nieuwhof. We'll spend 5 weeks learning how to overcome 5 obstacles that no one expects and everyone experiences.
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The third and final book of our Summer Reading series is Didn't See It Comingby Carey Nieuwhof. We'll spend 5 weeks learning how to overcome 5 obstacles that no one expects and everyone experiences.
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Are you a fighting a war within? Sometimes we get held hostage by a version of ourselves we don’t want to be. But in this four-part series, we explore some teaching from Levi Lusko’s book, I Declare War, where he teaches how to get out of your own way and declare war on the things that are holding you back. You’ll never be the same after discovering the secret weapons you need to achieve ongoing victory.
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Are you a fighting a war within? Sometimes we get held hostage by a version of ourselves we don’t want to be. But in this four-part series, we explore some teaching from Levi Lusko’s book, I Declare War, where he teaches how to get out of your own way and declare war on the things that are holding you back. You’ll never be the same after discovering the secret weapons you need to achieve ongoing victory.
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Are you a fighting a war within? Sometimes we get held hostage by a version of ourselves we don’t want to be. But in this four-part series, we explore some teaching from Levi Lusko’s book, I Declare War, where he teaches how to get out of your own way and declare war on the things that are holding you back. You’ll never be the same after discovering the secret weapons you need to achieve ongoing victory.
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Are you a fighting a war within?
Sometimes we get held hostage by a version of ourselves we don’t want to be. But in this four-part series, we explore some teaching from Levi Lusko’s book, I Declare War, where he teaches how to get out of your own way and declare war on the things that are holding you back. You’ll never be the same after discovering the secret weapons you need to achieve ongoing victory.
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Based on Kathleen Edelman’s study guide, we explore our temperaments and God’s purpose for them in building his kingdom.
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Based on Kathleen Edelman’s study guide, we explore our temperaments and God’s purpose for them in building his kingdom.
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This message was adapted for CCA based on a message from Pastor Jon Chasteen of Victory Church in Oklahoma City. You can see more of their content at www.victory.church.
Do you know where you sit? God wants us to sit close to Him. He's saved us seats and they have our names on them. In your relationships, your family, and even in your heart, where you sit might matter more than you realize. If you want to land in the right spots, you're going to need to Watch Where You Sit.
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Our Gospel Identity series helps us answer the all important question: Who am I? While many people spend their entire lives trying to answer this question, the gospel of Jesus shows us who we really are.
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