Realizing that all we have has been entrusted to us by God so that we can play a part in his redemptive story.
Gospel
October 8, 2023 • Mike Tatlock • 1 Corinthians 1:18, Romans 1:16, Colossians 1:21–22, John 14:6, Romans 2:4
The goal of the Gospel is not to affirm your behavior, celebrate your lifestyle, or empower you to do whatever you want to do. The goal of the Gospel is to rescue you, transform you, and empower you to live fully the life of Jesus.
Prayer of Salvation:
Dear Lord, I admit that I am a sinner. I have done many things that don't please you. I have lived my life for myself only. I am sorry, and I repent. I ask you to forgive me. I believe you died on the cross for me, to save me. You did what I could not do for myself. I come to you now and ask you to take control of my life; I give it to you. From this day forward, help me to live every day for you and in a way that pleases you.
Prayer of Leveraging:
Lord God Almighty, touch my heart so that it longs for the salvation of every person in every nation on earth. May Your Spirit deepen my anguish over those lost in darkness. Lord, use me and leverage all I have to see others experience your love and know you personally. Empower me through your Spirit to boldly show and share your good news of love.
Reflection Questions:
1. How can I leverage my life for others who don't know Jesus?
2. Who is in your circle of relationships that you can be more intentional to share your faith?
3. What is the cost I am willing to risk to represent Jesus to others?
4. What is your story of coming to Jesus, and if you haven't, what is holding you back?
Leveraging
October 1, 2023 • Mike Tatlock • Acts 19:23, Romans 11:5, Ephesians 1:5, 1 Timothy 3:15, Matthew 28:19
"The greatest issue facing the world today, with all its heartbreaking needs, is whether those who are identified as Christians will become disciples students, apprentices, practitioners of Jesus Christ, steadily learning from him how to live the life of the Kingdom of the Heavens into every corner of human existence." — Dallas Willard
Prayer Prompt:
“Lord, We give you thanks for the gift of community. We are invited to engage together with hope, joy, and love as Your disciples. Open our hearts and our eyes to see others as you would have us to see them. Help us to find humility to sit and hear others when so often we want to be heard first. You are good and you are gracious, O God, help us leverage our lives and die to ourselves for the sake of building up others. It is in the name Jesus Christ, we pray. Amen.”
Discussion Questions:
1. What does being a place of refuge mean to you?
2. What areas of your life can you leverage for Jesus and others?
3. Is there anyone you are inviting or investing in spiritually?
4. In what ways can you participate in helping others grow spiritually?
