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DIVINE CONNECTION

Ministry Logistics

Noah: Divinely Connected Through Godly Logistics – Building the are together and preparing for the RAIN

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GENESIS 6:14-16 ESV

“14 MAKE YOURSELF AN ARK OF GOPHER WOOD.[B] MAKE ROOMS IN THE ARK, AND COVER IT INSIDE AND OUT WITH PITCH. 15 THIS IS HOW YOU ARE TO MAKE IT: THE LENGTH OF THE ARK 300 CUBITS, ITS BREADTH 50 CUBITS, AND ITS HEIGHT 30 CUBITS. 16 MAKE A ROOF[D FOR THE ARK, AND FINISH IT TO A CUBIT ABOVE, AND SET THE DOOR OF THE ARK IN ITS SIDE. MAKE IT WITH LOWER, SECOND, AND THIRD DECKS.”

Divine Connections - Scripture

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Divine Connection Definition

“A DIVINE CONNECTION IS A GOD-ORDAINED RELATIONSHIP, INSTRUCTION, OR OPPORTUNITY THAT POSITIONS US TO FULFILL HIS PURPOSE.”

Divine Connections - Definition

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�Leadership Principle�

God connects people with purpose, not convenience.

“The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord...” – Psalm 37:23

Divine Connections - Principle

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DIVINE ASSIGNMENT

God connected Noah to a Divine Assignment long before anyone else understood it. Ministry logistics begin by hearing God’s voice and responding in obedience.

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OBEDIENCE

Every assignment starts with God’s instruction.�
Vision comes before visible results.�
Leaders must obey even when the plan doesn’t make sense to others.

Divine Connections - Obedience

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REFLECTION

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What assignment has God given our ministry that requires faith before we see the results?

Divine Connections - Reflection

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PREPARATION

Noah didn’t just receive a vision he received detailed instructions. Effective ministry requires:

1. Planning

2. Organization

3. Stewardship

Scripture: Genesis 6:14–16 ESV

Divine Connection - Preparation

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MINISTRY LOGISTICS

“Faith is not a substitute for preparation; preparation demonstrates faith.”�

Clear Vision�

Defined Roles and Responsibilities�

Resource Management�

Timelines and Accountability�

Consistent Communication�

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APPLICATION

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Train leaders before growth happens.
Develop systems before they are needed.
Build relationships before challenges arise.
Pray before decisions must be made.�

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“What ‘ark’ is our ministry being called to build today?”

Divine Connection - Ministry Application

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Activity: Build the Ark Before It Rains

God has given our ministry a vision (the ark), but the ‘rain’ hasn’t started yet. Our responsibility is to prepare faithfully before the rains begin.

Instructions: Each team receives a ministry challenge such as:

Launching a new outreach ministry
Starting a discipleship group
Seniors weekly programming

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Activity: Build the Ark Before It Rains

Vision: What has God called us to build?

Divine Connections: Who has God connected for such a time as this?

Ministry Logistics: Resources needed

Potential Obstacles: What hurdles might we have to face to complete the ark?

Faith in Action: What can we begin doing immediately?

Divine Connection – Activity

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��DIVINE CONNECTIONS PRODUCE KINGDOM IMPACT��

Scripture: Genesis 8:15–19

�“Noah’s obedience preserved generations. Divine connections are never just about us they position others to experience the promises of God’s.”

Impact

Obedience creates opportunities for others.�
Every ministry role contributes to the larger mission.�
Faithful logistics support life-changing ministry.�
Build with future generations in mind.

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DISCUSSION

What was the hardest part of preparing?

Which divine connections became most important?

What logistical details could have caused the mission to fail if overlooked?

How does preparation demonstrate faith?

Do you know what ministry “ark you are being called build to before the rain”?

Divine Connection - Discussion

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Final Thought

STAY HUMBLE

STAY HUNGRY

STAY HONEST

Divine Connections