UNLEASH – Personal Study #5
Realigning Read Jonah 4. For those who have not read Jonah before or if it has been a while, are you surprised when you see that Jonah was angry with God? Why was Jonah so twisted up inside? How have you seen anger play out in spiritual conversations? How has anger maybe even prevented you […]
To Halloween or to not Halloween?
There are parts of Halloween that still rightfully disturb me, but I get excited about the unique opportunity this night brings me to love my neighbors.
UNLEASH – Personal Study #4
Reaching Read Jonah 3. In the first few verses, we see Jonah finally obey God, and in courage and obedience he preaches repentance in Nineveh. What would you say is your top reason for reluctance (maybe even disobedience) to share your faith/share the Gospel with others? On a scale of 1-10, how would you rate […]
UNLEASH – Personal Study #3
In Christians circles, people talk about times when they were “broken,” broken in their self-sufficiency, their dependence on self and turned to God dependence. Have you ever had a time where you were “broken”? Think about that time. What did God do in your life through that? How did that season change you as a […]
UNLEASH – Personal Study #2
Running from God Spend some time praying the P.R.A.Y acronym. Praise God for who He is and what He is doing in your life. Repent of your sins before Him. Ask God for the things you need. Yield to him areas of your life that you need to yield. Set a timer and pray for […]
UNLEASH – Personal Study #1
During the UNLEASH Series, we will provide five weekly personal studies – one for each week – that will coincide with the UNLEASH sermon series and LifeGroup Study Guides. These personal studies will help you assess your own life, look for and act upon applications you can draw from, and encourage you toward extended times of focused prayer.
Walking Honestly With Your Darkness
Are you willing to take a long, honest look at your dark side? Am I? Oh, we know we are flawed. But we want to ignore it, minimize it, or dull it somehow.
When we are most deeply aware of our fallen nature, it’s not a bad thing. Perhaps at that moment, on this side of heaven, we are never closer to true joy and a sound mind.
Hate-ism
No one is born racist. They learn it. What are you teaching your children about God’s beautiful kaleidoscope of creation and His design of diversity?
Ancient Ways for the Modern Family – RESOURCES
Our hope isn’t to overwhelm you with resources but to point you in the right direction in hopes you’ll find what works for your family and parenting style. When it comes to parenting, here’s a list of our favorite recommended resources.
Looking into the Fridge: A quick peek at the primary end times views
So, for those who have a degree of familiarity with end time doctrine, enjoy as I briefly summarize some of the main theological stances for those who may be unfamiliar or need a refresher.
You Don’t Have to be a Pastor to Share Your Faith
Every heart with Christ, a missionary; every heart without Christ, a mission field. -Dick Hillis, Author and American Missionary to China We’re afraid of ridicule. Maybe nervous that we won’t have all of the right answers. Maybe we’re putting off having that conversation with a coworker or loved one because…well, there’s always tomorrow, right? […]
Facing Affliction for the Faith
“What kinds of criticism, opposition, ridicule, rejection, alienation, or marginalizing have you faced for sharing your faith with your family, in the marketplace, or in your community?”
