Weekly Reading for March 30 – April 5
Preparing for Next Week’s Message
Sermon Series: Jesus Is __Sermon Title: Jesus Is My Anchor
This reading plan will get your heart and mind set for the next message on April 6, 2025:
- SUNDAY: Deuteronomy 31,
- MONDAY: Psalm 37,
- TUESDAY: Psalm 55,
- WEDNESDAY: Proverbs 3,
- THURSDAY: Jeremiah 17,
- FRIDAY: Isaiah 41,
- SATURDAY: Matthew 7,
Reflecting on the Most Recent Sermon
Sermon Series: Jesus Is __Sermon Title: Jesus Is My Rest
Delivered On: March 30, 2025
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Additional Resources
- Relaxed Megan Fate Marshman
- No Is a Beautiful Word Kevin G. Harney
- Ruthless Elimination of Hurry John Mark Comer
- Margin Richard A. Swenson M.D.
Memorize and Reflect
Matthew 11:28-30 “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. 29 Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. 30 For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.”Prayer Direction
Praise God that He is willing to lead you and that He loves you enough to watch over you. Thank Him for His trustworthiness and that He has your life in the palm of His hand. Ask Him to draw you close to Him and bring you to a place where you know and trust Him even more.“Live It!” Challenge
Trust and Rest - Read Matthew 11:28-30 Jesus invites us to come to Him with our burdens and find rest. Are there areas in your life where you are carrying burdens instead of releasing them to Him? What steps can you take this week to accept His invitation to rest? How can trusting God’s plan help you to embrace rest more fully?Small Group Discussion
Read: Proverbs 3:5-6 Why do you think it's often easier to rely on your own understanding than to trust in God's plan? How can you remind yourself to trust Him more consistently?
Jesus invites us to find rest in Him. What is the difference between true rest in Jesus and temporary escapes like distractions or avoidance?
Read: Psalm 23:1-3 - How does trusting God’s plan allow you to experience deeper rest in your soul? What steps can you take to create more space in your life for His peace?
When have you experienced peace by trusting God’s sovereignty in a difficult situation? How did that experience grow your faith?
Read: Isaiah 40:31 What practical habits can you build into your week that help you consistently find rest in God’s presence?
How can embracing rest and trusting God’s plan bring more lasting hope and joy in your life?
Read: Matthew 11:28 What are some warning signs that you are striving too hard instead of resting in God’s peace? How can you respond when you notice these signs?
What role does gratitude play in finding rest in God? How can focusing on thankfulness bring calm to your heart?
Read: Philippians 4:6-7 How can you encourage someone this week who is feeling anxious or overwhelmed to embrace God’s rest?
How can embracing rest and trusting God’s plan bring more lasting hope and joy in your life?