Weekly Reading for January 19 – 25
Preparing for Next Week’s Message
Sermon Series: RebootSermon Title: Revisit Your Finances and Reimagine Generosity
This reading plan will get your heart and mind set for the next message on January 26, 2025:
- SUNDAY: Psalm 24,
- MONDAY: Proverbs 3,
- TUESDAY: Matthew 6,
- WEDNESDAY: 2 Corinthians 7,
- THURSDAY: 2 Corinthians 8,
- FRIDAY: 2 Corinthians 9,
- SATURDAY: Hebrews 13,
Reflecting on the Most Recent Sermon
Sermon Series: RebootSermon Title: Release Your Fears and Revive Your Faith
Delivered On: January 19, 2025
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Memorize and Reflect
Isaiah 41:10So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
Prayer Direction
Thank Jesus for His presence in your life and His power to overcome sin, death, and the enemy. Invite Him to show you any areas in life where fear might be holding you back or stifling your faith. Invite Him to give you the courage, strength, and peace to move beyond your fears, walk closer to Him, and trust Him more this year and beyond.“Live It!” Challenge
Take a Step:This week, set aside time in your morning to pray and reflect on Isaiah 41:10. Make it personal for yourself, your family members, and your friends as you pray for each day, including potentially difficult conversations, challenging situations, environments where you may be tempted, or experiences that invoke fear throughout your day and week.Small Group Discussion
What is one time in your life when fear has held you back from taking a step of faith? What did you learn from that experience, and how have you grown from that?
Read: Isaiah 41:8-10. How are God’s words of encouragement for the nation of Israel words for us today? What are the key aspects of His provision for His people who were living in fear?
What are some of the most common fears that hold followers of Jesus from growing in their faith and pursuing God’s purpose in their lives?
Read: Hebrews 12:1-3. What are we encouraged to do in this passage? How might sin cause us to stumble and increase our fear in our walk with God?
What are practical ways that have helped you overcome different faith-related fears?
How have God’s Word, prayer, and other spiritual disciplines helped you grow and become more confident in your walk with Jesus?
Reflecting on this week’s message, what is one area in your life where you might be experiencing fear? Be specific and ask your group to pray for you as you take the steps to move beyond the fear and grow closer to Jesus.