Adventure. - Day 1
on November 26th, 2023
“But you, O Bethlehem Ephrathah, are only a small village among all the people of Judah. Yet a ruler of Israel, whose origins are in the distant past, will come from you on my behalf.”Micah 5:2 NLTThere are prophecies, and then there are prophecies. This one from Micah was given 700 years before it would be fulfilled, during a time of religious revival. Sadly, that revival didn’t last long. W... Read More
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Adventure. - Introduction
on November 25th, 2023
It’s the end of October and I’ve just started writing this series guide. It’s a Christmas series, so naturally, to get myself in the mood, I listened to my first Christmas album. For some of you, you just rolled your eyes in disgust at the very thought of introducing Christmas to our lives before Thanksgiving. Others of you, one person in particular, just told me they started listening to Chris... Read More
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Uncomfortable S2 - End of Week 5
on November 25th, 2023
IntroductionThanksgiving is always a great time to get together and think about what God has done for you in the past, now, and future. We know that God will remain faithful, and we want our faithfulness to God to reflect that.OPENAs your connect group gathers. Put this question on a white sheet of paper: “What are you grateful for today?” This should keep the group occupied for a little while!!HE... Read More
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Uncomfortable S2 - Day 34
on November 24th, 2023
This Thanksgiving week has been an opportunity to share, so remember to thank and eat. I don’t want you to spend time with this study I want you to spend time with family, having fun with friends, and sharing a safe space together in love and joy. I will say this: Thank you for being a great community of belonging. May God bless you all. Happy Thanksgiving!... Read More
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Uncomfortable S2 - Day 33
on November 23rd, 2023
The Bible encourages believers to give thanks for many blessings and aspects of life that remain relevant and meaningful today. While our time's specific circumstances and challenges may differ from those in biblical times, the core principles of gratitude remain constant. Here are some things the Bible prompts us to give thanks for today:Salvation through Christ: The central message of the Bible ... Read More
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Uncomfortable S2 - Day 32
on November 22nd, 2023
Living a life of gratitude to God is a profound and transformative way that transcends mere lists of blessings. It is a holistic and all-encompassing approach to life that shapes our attitudes, actions, and outlook on the world.Living a life of gratitude to God means recognizing the inherent goodness in all aspects of existence. It is a perpetual state of mindfulness, a way of perceiving the world... Read More
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