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Sunday Jan 08, 2017
Sunday Jan 08, 2017
The Bible Doesn't Say That Part 2 - Culture has a definition of what it means to be blessed: Happy. Successful. Prosperous. Culture tells us to find our purpose and satisfaction in positive circumstances. Jesus offers a more permanent definition. One that is found in Who He is. Discover how different Jesus' definition and what the Bible actually says about being blessed.
Reflect: How have you typically defined blessed? Do you only “feel” blessed when life is good? Think about a time when life was challenging. How would Jesus’ definition on blessed change your approach in those moments.
Write: Make a list of all the “things” in life that bring you happiness. (i.e. Relationships. Career. Health).
Read: 2 Corinthians 11:23-30. Paul endured many hard moments in life. Yet he was blessed because he knew the grace of God! Paul’s life shows us that blessing isn't attached to circumstances; it’s attached to Jesus Christ!
Do: For an entire day, as you interact with the list of “things” you wrote about earlier this week, say out loud “You remind me that my true blessing is Jesus” when you come in contact with one of those “things.”
Pray: Adore God for His amazing generosity in sending Jesus to be your Savior. Admit that far too often you look to things to bless you, instead of Jesus. Aspire to find your identity in Christ. Ask the Holy Spirit to lead you towards the Giver, not the gifts!
Sunday Jan 01, 2017
Sunday Jan 01, 2017
The Bible Doesn't Say That Part 1 - Many people want God to help them in life. We've come to believe that God only helps those who help themselves. But the story of Scripture actually teaches us something different. Today we discover that thos who humble themselves and seek Jesus are the ones who God truly helps. He knows what we need; which means we don't need to worry or help ourselves.
Here is this weeks devotional guide. Complete one a day:
Reflect: What area of your life do you usually “help yourself” in? (i.e. relationships, finances, morality, leisure). Has helping yourself ever caused worry or stress?
Write: Make a list of some of your greatest needs. Be specific. After you finish your list, write Matthew 6:32 at the bottom of your list. Read through your list and that verse everyday this week.
Read: Read the following verses. What theme do they all share? 1 Chronicles 16:11. Isaiah 55:6. Proverbs 8:17. Matthew 7:7-8. Jeremiah 29:13. Psalm 119:2.
Do: Buy something for someone today (coffee, lunch, a gift) As you provide for someone else, remember that God has promised to provide for you as you seek Him!
Pray: Adore God because He is your heavenly Father. Admit that you have helped yourself instead of trusting God. Aspire to live humble and seek God’s kingdom first.
Sunday Dec 25, 2016
Sunday Dec 25, 2016
A Wonderful Life Part 4 - It is so easy for us to become discontent with what we have or what we do not have. When we look for purpose in the things around us, we always end up disappointed. The Christmas story tells us that God responded to our discontentment by sending His perfect Son to give us a full life.
Saturday Dec 24, 2016
Saturday Dec 24, 2016
Christmas Eve Eve Gather - The narrative of culture is, "The beautiful are in, the ugly are out." You prove you have value and worth through your accomplishments. Does the Christmas narrative support this, or say something different? Tonight we look at the geneology of Jesus and discover some pretty "ugly" people who were brought in to the family of Jesus! Through this we learn that no one is too bad to be excluded from the Christmas story.
Sunday Dec 18, 2016
Sunday Dec 18, 2016
A Wonderful Life Part 3 - We've all seen the ugliness of a toddler throwing a tantrum. That moment is completely fueled by selfishness. As adults, we never stop battling selfishness. We mature in our tantrum throwing. Today we look at King Herod and see just how devestating selfishness can be. King Jesus leads us to a place where we can live selfless lives and truly love those around us.
Sunday Dec 11, 2016
Sunday Dec 11, 2016
A Wonderful Life Part 2 - In the midst of such a busy season, it is easy to forget about people! Most of us have a guest list. The people we care about the most are on the top, while the ones we discount and ignore make it to the bottom. The Christmas story teaches us that the people society typically say have no value and worth are the first ones God invites into the gospel! Discover how the night Jesus was born teaches us that all people are invited to know the Messiah. And those who know Him respond by inviting others to come and see Jesus too!
Sunday Dec 04, 2016
Sunday Dec 04, 2016
A Wonderful Life Part 1 - We are naturally fueled by selfishness. When we want to leave the pressures of life, we typically ask, "What is best for me." But was that the filter that Jesus used when He left heaven to come to earth? Today we discover that Jesus was motivated by selflessness. What He did on the cross enables us to have the same attitude that He had: humility!
Sunday Nov 27, 2016
Sunday Nov 27, 2016
Live Generously Part 6 - Each person has a certain amount of power and influence. We are all leveraging that power in our relationships. How does Jesus change how we use our power? Today we look at Luke 19 where Jesus gives up His reputation for Zacchaeus, a nortorious sinner. This act of love propelled Zacchaeus to completely change how he used his power. In light of Jesus giving up His life for us, we too should be moved to change.
Sunday Nov 20, 2016
Sunday Nov 20, 2016
Live Generously - Part 5. No other thing has the ability to control us like money does. Jesus highlighted what a unique spiritual danger money is for those who want to follow Him. But he also gives us tremendous hope! Today we discover the danger of money, the freedom of generosity, and a new kind of wealth!
Sunday Nov 13, 2016
Sunday Nov 13, 2016
Live Generously Part 4 - The freedom narrative of culture tells us we can say and do what we want as long as we do not hurt anyone. The probem is, when we live out this narrative people usually do end up hurt. The gospel narrative teaches us something different. We act in humility towards others because Jesus took the judgment we deserve on Himself. Discover how generous love enables us to navigate the current policital, social, and religious culture.