FOUNDATIONS

Matthew 7:24-27

Foundation Scripture

“All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work.” -2 Timothy 3:16-17

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Foundation Scripture

“All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work.” -2 Timothy 3:16-17

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Foundation Scripture

“All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work.” -2 Timothy 3:16-17

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VIDEO- WHAT IS THE BIBLE?

BIBLE PROJECT VIDEO - WHAT IS THE BIBLE?

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS

• Can we trust the Bible? Why or why not?
• Why do followers of Christ need the Bible?
• Do you feel like you spend enough time reading and understanding the Bible? If not, how can you change that?

INTRODUCING THE FOUR

• The heart represents God's love
• The division sign represents our separation from God
• The cross represents Jesus's sacrifice
• The question mark represents our choice to follow Christ

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS

• What does the Bible say about God's love?
• What does it mean to be separated from God? Did this ever happen to people in the Bible?
• What does the cross mean, and where can we find this in the Bible?
• What does the Bible say about people who choose and accept Christ as our savior?

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Foundation Scripture

“All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work.” -2 Timothy 3:16-17

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Foundation Scripture

“All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work.” -2 Timothy 3:16-17

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SCRIPTURE

ROMANS 10:8-13 NIV

8 But what does it say? “The word is near you; it is in your mouth and in your heart,” that is, the message concerning faith that we proclaim: 9 If you declare with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. 10 For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you profess your faith and are saved. 11 As Scripture says, “Anyone who believes in him will never be put to shame.” 12 For there is no difference between Jew and Gentile—the same Lord is Lord of all and richly blesses all who call on him, 13 for, “Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.”

QUESTIONS TO CONSIDER

• What is your story?
• How did you come to know Jesus as your Savior or have you done that yet?
• What questions do you have?
• How does understanding the larger story of Scripture help you understand and live according to God's Word?"

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Foundation Scripture

“All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work.” -2 Timothy 3:16-17

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Foundation Scripture

“All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work.” -2 Timothy 3:16-17

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Foundation Scripture

“All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work.” -2 Timothy 3:16-17

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CONNECT WEEK

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Foundation Scripture

“All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work.” -2 Timothy 3:16-17

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THREE BASIC THINGS...

• LISTEN TO GOD
• TALK TO GOD
• SPEND TIME WITH CHRISTIANS

SCRIPTURE - LISTEN TO GOD

JOSHUA 1:8

“Study this Book of Instruction continually. Meditate on it day and night so you will be sure to obey everything written in it. Only then will you prosper and succeed in all you do."

SCRIPTURE - TALK TO GOD

JEREMIAH 29:12-13

“In those days when you pray, I will listen. If you look for me wholeheartedly, you will find me."

SCRIPTURE - SPEND TIME WITH CHRISTIANS

HEBREWS 10:24-25

“ Let us think of ways to motivate one another to acts of love and good works. And let us not neglect our meeting together, as some people do, but encourage one another, especially now that the day of his return is drawing near.”

QUESTIONS TO CONSIDER

• IS THERE A CHURCH YOU ATTEND?
• IF YOU DON'T ATTEND A CHURCH, DO YOU HAVE A FRIEND HERE YOU CAN JOIN THIS WEEK TO START GOING TO CHURCH?

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Foundation Scripture

“Yours, O Lord, is the greatness and the power and the glory and the victory and the majesty, for all that is in the heavens and in the earth is yours. Yours is the kingdom, O Lord, and you are exalted as head above all." -1 Chronicles 29:11

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Foundation Scripture

“Yours, O Lord, is the greatness and the power and the glory and the victory and the majesty, for all that is in the heavens and in the earth is yours. Yours is the kingdom, O Lord, and you are exalted as head above all." -1 Chronicles 29:11

VIDEO- WHO IS THE GOD OF THE BIBLE

BIBLE PROJECT VIDEO - Who is the God of the Bible?

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS

• How can you know God?
• Who is God?
• is there more than one god?

SCRIPTURE

HEBREWS 1:1-3

"In the past God spoke to our ancestors through the prophets at many times and in various ways, 2 but in these last days he has spoken to us by his Son, whom he appointed heir of all things, and through whom also he made the universe. 3 The Son is the radiance of God’s glory and the exact representation of his being, sustaining all things by his powerful word. After he had provided purification for sins, he sat down at the right hand of the Majesty in heaven."

ATTRIBUTES

Holiness (Exodus 15:11, 1 Peter 1:16)

Righteousness (Psalm 11:7, 1 Corinthians 5:21)

Sovereignty (Ephesians 1:11, Romans 8:28)

Omniscience (Psalm 147:4, 1 John 3:19-20)

Omnipotence (Matthew 19:26, Luke 1:37)

Omnipresence (Proverbs 15:3, Colossians 1:17)

Immutability (Malachi 3:6, James 1:17)

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DISCUSSIONS QUESTIONS

• How does knowing God help us share the Good News with others?" (It gives us confidence, we can't share what we don't know...)
• What attribute of God really stuck out to you and why?
• What is one thing about God you wish you knew more about?
• If you only had 45 seconds to share who God is to a friend, what would you say? Is this easy or hard?

APPLYING THE FOUR

What do we know about God's heart that we can share with others?

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Foundation Scripture

“Yours, O Lord, is the greatness and the power and the glory and the victory and the majesty, for all that is in the heavens and in the earth is yours. Yours is the kingdom, O Lord, and you are exalted as head above all." -1 Chronicles 29:11

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Foundation Scripture

“Yours, O Lord, is the greatness and the power and the glory and the victory and the majesty, for all that is in the heavens and in the earth is yours. Yours is the kingdom, O Lord, and you are exalted as head above all." -1 Chronicles 29:11

DISCUSSIONS QUESTIONS

• How should God's attributes change our relationship with Him?
• Why are God's attributes important, especially when we are going through a hard time (We can trust God because He is good and He is righteous...).
• What is the result when humans ignore God's power or turn from God? (Hint: Romans 1:21-22).
• What is the difference in knowing God and knowing about God?
• What do God's attributes reveal about US?"

QUESTIONS TO CONSiDER THIS WEEK

• Do I know God or just know about God?
• Do I trust God - even in hard situations?
• How does God, being perfect and all-powerful, loving me affect my life?
• Have you trusted God as your Savior? If not, our leaders would love to talk to you about this.

THE FOUR

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Foundation Scripture

“Yours, O Lord, is the greatness and the power and the glory and the victory and the majesty, for all that is in the heavens and in the earth is yours. Yours is the kingdom, O Lord, and you are exalted as head above all." -1 Chronicles 29:11

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Foundation Scripture

“Yours, O Lord, is the greatness and the power and the glory and the victory and the majesty, for all that is in the heavens and in the earth is yours. Yours is the kingdom, O Lord, and you are exalted as head above all." -1 Chronicles 29:11

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Foundation Scripture

“Yours, O Lord, is the greatness and the power and the glory and the victory and the majesty, for all that is in the heavens and in the earth is yours. Yours is the kingdom, O Lord, and you are exalted as head above all." -1 Chronicles 29:11

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Foundation Scripture

“Yours, O Lord, is the greatness and the power and the glory and the victory and the majesty, for all that is in the heavens and in the earth is yours. Yours is the kingdom, O Lord, and you are exalted as head above all." -1 Chronicles 29:11

WELCOME

• CONNECTED TO CHRIST
• CONNECTED TO CLUB
• CONNECTED TO A LOCAL CHURCH

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS

• Have you ever been given a fresh start before? Was it difficult to receive?
• If God gave Rahab a second chance, can we believe that he would give us a second chance too?
• What are areas in your life where you need a fresh start?
• Knowing God has given us a fresh start, how can we live our lives differently?

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Foundation Scripture

"For I delivered to you as of first importance what I also received: that Christ died for our sins in accordance with the Scriptures, that he was buried, that he was raised on the third day in accordance with the Scriptures..." 1 Corinthians 15:3-4

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Foundation Scripture

"For I delivered to you as of first importance what I also received: that Christ died for our sins in accordance with the Scriptures, that he was buried, that he was raised on the third day in accordance with the Scriptures..." 1 Corinthians 15:3-4

THREE MAIN AREAS

• The God who became man
• The man who is God
• Christ as our Savior

THREE MAIN AREAS

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THE GOD WHO BECAME MAN

Philippians 2:5-7

• What does this verse tell us about Jesus BEFORE He became a man?
• According to verse 7, what did Jesus do?

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Mark 4:38

Luke 4:2

John 11:35.

• How do these verse display Jesus' humanity?

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THE MAN WHO IS GOD

Mark 2:3-12

• What authority does Jesus show and use in these verses?
• According to verse 7, who alone can forgive sins?
• Since Jesus has the authority to forgive sins, and only God can forgive sins, what does that tell us about Jesus?

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CHRIST AS OUR SAVIOR

Read John 3:16-17

• According to these verses, what did God do for the whole world?
• Why did God send His Son, Jesus?
• What is the purpose of using the word "Savior" to describe Jesus?

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Romans 6:32

"For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.'"

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DISCUSSION QUESTIONS

WHAT IS SALVATION?

WHY DO WE NEED TO BE SAVED?

HOW ARE WE SAVED?

Ephesians 1:7

"In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of our sins, according to the riches of His grace."

DISCUSSION AND THE FOUR

• What is something new or interesting you learned about Jesus today that you would want to share with others?
• How does Jesus fit into the Gospel?
• Think about the third Icon of the FOUR, the Cross, what do we know about this part of Jesus' life, about the Gospel, that we can use to share with others?

DISCUSSION AND THE FOUR

WHAT DOES THIS ALL MEAN FOR ME?

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Foundation Scripture

"For I delivered to you as of first importance what I also received: that Christ died for our sins in accordance with the Scriptures, that he was buried, that he was raised on the third day in accordance with the Scriptures..." 1 Corinthians 15:3-4

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Foundation Scripture

"For I delivered to you as of first importance what I also received: that Christ died for our sins in accordance with the Scriptures, that he was buried, that he was raised on the third day in accordance with the Scriptures..." 1 Corinthians 15:3-4

WHAT DOES SALVATION MEAN FOR ME?

WHAT DOES SALVATION MEAN FOR ME?

EPHESIANS 2:8-9

"8 For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God— 9 not by works, so that no one can boast."

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS

According to those verses...

• What is our part in salvation?
• Can we earn our salvation?
• How is our salvation a gift?
• If salvation is a gift, how should that change the way we talk about Jesus with others?

DISCUSSION AND THE FOUR

• What is (or was) separating you from God?

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• How has Christ saved you?

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Foundation Scripture

"For I delivered to you as of first importance what I also received: that Christ died for our sins in accordance with the Scriptures, that he was buried, that he was raised on the third day in accordance with the Scriptures..." 1 Corinthians 15:3-4

WELCOME

Foundation Scripture

"For I delivered to you as of first importance what I also received: that Christ died for our sins in accordance with the Scriptures, that he was buried, that he was raised on the third day in accordance with the Scriptures..." 1 Corinthians 15:3-4

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Foundation Scripture

"For I delivered to you as of first importance what I also received: that Christ died for our sins in accordance with the Scriptures, that he was buried, that he was raised on the third day in accordance with the Scriptures..." 1 Corinthians 15:3-4

WELCOME

Foundation Scripture

"For I delivered to you as of first importance what I also received: that Christ died for our sins in accordance with the Scriptures, that he was buried, that he was raised on the third day in accordance with the Scriptures..." 1 Corinthians 15:3-4

SCRIPTURE

ROMANS 6:23

“For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.”

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SCRIPTURE

1 PETER 1:18-19

“Knowing that you were ransomed from the futile ways inherited from your forefathers, not with perishable things such as silver or gold, but with the precious blood of Christ, like that of a lamb without blemish or spot.”

DISCUSSION

• Have you read the story of Jesus on the cross and his ultimate sacrifice?
• Are there any questions that you have about the story of salvation? Are there any parts that don't make sense to you?
• If you were asked to teach or tell the salvation story, do you think you can do it? It's okay if not! That's why it is great to lean on each other and leaders to help each other best understand the Gospel and Salvation!
• In what ways does knowing the Salvation story help you connect with Christ?

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Foundation Scripture

"And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Helper, to be with you forever, even the Spirit of truth, whom the world cannot receive, because it neither sees him nor knows him. You know him, for he dwells with you and will be in you." John 14:16-17

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Foundation Scripture

"And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Helper, to be with you forever, even the Spirit of truth, whom the world cannot receive, because it neither sees him nor knows him. You know him, for he dwells with you and will be in you." John 14:16-17

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INTELLECT - SCRIPTURE

ROMANS 8:27

"And he who searches our hearts knows the mind of the Spirit, because the Spirit intercedes for God’s people in accordance with the will of God."

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1 CORINTHIANS 2:10

"These are the things God has revealed to us by his Spirit. The Spirit searches all things, even the deep things of God."

VOLITION - SCRIPTURE

ACTS 13:2

"While they were worshiping the Lord and fasting, the Holy Spirit said, “Set apart for me Barnabas and Saul for the work to which I have called them.”

HOLY SPIRIT

The Holy Spirit works in three areas:

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• creation

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• inspiration of the scriptures & prophecy

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• to bear witness that Jesus is the Christ

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CREATION

PSALM 104:30

"When you send your Spirit, they are created, and you renew the face of the ground."

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• Are we all created by God and through the Holy Spirit?
• What does it mean to be renewed by the Holy Spirit?

INSPIRATION OF THE SCRIPTURES AND PROPHECY

2 PETER 1:20-21

"Above all, you must understand that no prophecy of Scripture came about by the prophet’s own interpretation of things. 21 For prophecy never had its origin in the human will, but prophets, though human, spoke from God as they were carried along by the Holy Spirit."

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• Can the Holy Spirit speak through us?
• Have you ever felt the Holy Spirit speak through you?

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TO BEAR WITNESS THAT JESUS IS THE CHRIST

ACTS 5:32

"And we are witnesses of these things; and so is the Holy Spirit, whom God has given to those who obey Him.”

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• What does it mean to be a witness that Jesus is the Christ and he died for our salvation?
• Does the Holy Spirit work through us to be a witness too?

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SCRIPTURE

ROMANS 8:9

"You, however, are not in the realm of the flesh but are in the realm of the Spirit, if indeed the Spirit of God lives in you"

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Foundation Scripture

"And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Helper, to be with you forever, even the Spirit of truth, whom the world cannot receive, because it neither sees him nor knows him. You know him, for he dwells with you and will be in you." John 14:16-17

WELCOME

Foundation Scripture

"And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Helper, to be with you forever, even the Spirit of truth, whom the world cannot receive, because it neither sees him nor knows him. You know him, for he dwells with you and will be in you." John 14:16-17

SCRIPTURE

MATTHEW 28:18-20,

"And Jesus came and said to them, 'All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.'”

SCRIPTURE

LUKE 24:49-51

"You are witnesses of these things. 49 I am going to send you what my Father has promised; but stay in the city until you have been clothed with power from on high.50 When he had led them out to the vicinity of Bethany, he lifted up his hands and blessed them. 51 While he was blessing them, he left them and was taken up into heaven."

QUESTIONS TO CONSIDER

• How have you seen the Holy Spirit work in your life?

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• Have you ever heard the voice or felt the presence of the Holy Spirit?

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• Is there an area in your life where you need the Holy Spirit?

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• What would it look like (what do you think might happen) if you asked God to give you the guidance of the Holy Spirit?

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• What was your life like before the holy Spirit? And After?

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Foundation Scripture

"And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Helper, to be with you forever, even the Spirit of truth, whom the world cannot receive, because it neither sees him nor knows him. You know him, for he dwells with you and will be in you." John 14:16-17

WELCOME

Foundation Scripture

"And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Helper, to be with you forever, even the Spirit of truth, whom the world cannot receive, because it neither sees him nor knows him. You know him, for he dwells with you and will be in you." John 14:16-17

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Foundation Scripture

"And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Helper, to be with you forever, even the Spirit of truth, whom the world cannot receive, because it neither sees him nor knows him. You know him, for he dwells with you and will be in you." John 14:16-17

WELCOME

Foundation Scripture

"And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Helper, to be with you forever, even the Spirit of truth, whom the world cannot receive, because it neither sees him nor knows him. You know him, for he dwells with you and will be in you." John 14:16-17

SCRIPTURE

JOHN 14:16-17

"And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Helper, to be with you forever, even the Spirit of truth, whom the world cannot receive, because it neither sees him nor knows him. You know him, for he dwells with you and will be in you."

SCRIPTURE

ROMANS 8:9-11

"You, however, are not in the flesh but in the Spirit, if in fact the Spirit of God dwells in you. Anyone who does not have the Spirit of Christ does not belong to him. But if Christ is in you, although the body is dead because of sin, the Spirit is life because of righteousness. If the Spirit of him who raised Jesus from the dead dwells in you, he who raised Christ Jesus from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies through his Spirit who dwells in you."

SCRIPTURE

GALATIANS 5:22-26

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, 23 gentleness and self-control. Against such things, there is no law. 24 Those who belong to Christ Jesus have crucified the flesh with its passions and desires. 25 Since we live by the Spirit, let us keep in step with the Spirit. 26 Let us not become conceited, provoking, and envying each other.

DISCUSSION

GALATIANS 5:22-26

But the fruit of the Spirit is

• Which of the listed fruits do you struggle with the most?

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• Are there any fruits on this list that you wish came easier to you?

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• Did you know that God likes to provide these attributes for you? So much that providing these attributes for us is why he sent the Holy Spirit. What do you think or feel in response to this?

LOVE, JOY, PEACE, PATIENCE, KINDNESS, GOODNESS, FAITHFULNESS, GENTLENESS, AND SELF-CONTROL.

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Foundation Scripture

“Pray then like this: Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name. Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil." Matthew 6:9-13

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Foundation Scripture

“Pray then like this: Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name. Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil." Matthew 6:9-13

THREE BASIC THINGS

His example shows us that our prayers should include 3 basic things:

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• Remember who God is
• Remember who you are
• Remember who we are to each other

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THE FOUR

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Foundation Scripture

“Pray then like this: Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name. Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil." Matthew 6:9-13

WELCOME

Foundation Scripture

“Pray then like this: Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name. Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil." Matthew 6:9-13

SCRIPTURE

PHILIPPIANS 4:6,

"Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God"

FOUR TYPES OF PRAYER

• Silence and solitude
• Intercessory prayer
• Adoration
• Praying for the lost

QUESTIONS TO CONSIDER

• What was it like when you were first learning how to pray?

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• How has prayer changed your life? Or in what ways are you hoping that prayer will change your life?

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• When you pray, where do you go to find solitude or closeness with God?

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• Have you ever heard or felt God speaking to you?

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Foundation Scripture

“Pray then like this: Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name. Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil." Matthew 6:9-13

WELCOME

Foundation Scripture

“Pray then like this: Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name. Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil." Matthew 6:9-13

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Foundation Scripture

“Pray then like this: Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name. Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil." Matthew 6:9-13

WELCOME

Foundation Scripture

“Pray then like this: Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name. Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil." Matthew 6:9-13

THINK ABOUT IT

HOW IS YOUR PRAYER LIFE?

SCRIPTURE

ROMANS 12:12

“Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.”

MARK 1:35

“Very early in the morning, while it was still dark, Jesus got up, left the house and went off to a solitary place, where he prayed.”

TEASPOON PRAYER (TSP)

T is for Thank you: Take time to thank God for all He has done.

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S is for Sorry: Ask God for forgiveness for things you have done wrong.

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P is for Please: Ask God for what you need or for the needs of others.

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS

• How did this process feel?

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• Was this easier or harder than expected?

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• Are there similar ways you like to organize your prayer?

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NEXT MONTH WE ARE TALKING ABOUT CHURCH AND SPIRITUAL GIFTS!

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Foundation Scripture

“And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near." Hebrews 10:24-25

WELCOME

Foundation Scripture

“And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near."

Hebrews 10:24-25

SCRIPTURE

ACTS 20:28

"Keep watch over yourselves and all the flock of which the Holy Spirit has made you overseers. Be shepherds of the church of God, which he bought with his own blood."

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COLOSSIANS 3:15

"Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful."

SCRIPTURE AND DISCUSSION

1ST CORINTHIANS 12:14-28

• What is the role of a family?
• Are all family members exactly alike?
• Do families always agree with each other and get along?
• What issues may arise in a family?

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DISCUSSION

• How does the idea of the church, as a place where people can have a relationship with Jesus, compare to how many people think about the church as a bunch of perfect people?

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• What are some descriptions of church you have heard from friends, in a movie, or on social media? How does that compare to what a church (group of believers) actually is?

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• How can we help the world to see the church for what it is meant to be? A spiritual hospital for those who are hurting and working on their walk with Jesus.

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Foundation Scripture

“And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near." Hebrews 10:24-25

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Foundation Scripture

“And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near." Hebrews 10:24-25

SCRIPTURE

1 PETER 4:10

"Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms."

GIFTS

ROMANS 12:6-8

"6 We have different gifts, according to the grace given to each of us. If your gift is prophesying, then prophesy in accordance with your faith; 7 if it is serving, then serve; if it is teaching, then teach; 8 if it is to encourage, then give encouragement; if it is giving, then give generously; if it is to lead, do it diligently; if it is to show mercy, do it cheerfully."

• what gifts are listed in this passage?
• does everyone have a spiritual gift?
• who gives us these gifts?
• do you have any spiritual gifts that you know about?

THINK ABOUT IT

HOW CAN WE TELL WHAT GIFTS WE HAVE?

GIFT OF EVANGELISM

ACTS 8:5-6

"5 Philip went down to a city in Samaria and proclaimed the Messiah there. 6 When the crowds heard Philip and saw the signs he performed, they all paid close attention to what he said."

GIFT OF HOSPITALITY

ACT 16:14-15

"14 One of those listening was a woman from the city of Thyatira named Lydia, a dealer in purple cloth. She was a worshiper of God. The Lord opened her heart to respond to Paul’s message. 15 When she and the members of her household were baptized, she invited us to her home. “If you consider me a believer in the Lord,” she said, “come and stay at my house.” And she persuaded us."

GIFT OF LEADERSHIP

ACTS 12:8

"Then the angel said to him, 'Put on your clothes and sandals.' And Peter did so. “Wrap your cloak around you and follow me,” the angel told him."

GIFT OF SERVICE

GALATIANS 6:10

"Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, especially to those who belong to the family of believers."

GIFT OF TEACHING

ACTS 18:24-26

"24 Meanwhile a Jew named Apollos, a native of Alexandria, came to Ephesus. He was a learned man, with a thorough knowledge of the Scriptures. 25 He had been instructed in the way of the Lord, and he spoke with great fervor and taught about Jesus accurately, though he knew only the baptism of John. 26 He began to speak boldly in the synagogue. When Priscilla and Aquila heard him, they invited him to their home and explained to him the way of God more adequately."

TALK IT OVER

• Can you think of any other spiritual gifts?
• Can you relate to any of the gifts?

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Foundation Scripture

“And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near." Hebrews 10:24-25

WELCOME

Foundation Scripture

“And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near." Hebrews 10:24-25

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Foundation Scripture

“And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near." Hebrews 10:24-25

WELCOME

Foundation Scripture

“And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near." Hebrews 10:24-25

THREE REASONS YOU SHOULDN'T GO TO CHURCH

1. You’re okay living an average life for God

2. You don’t like giving back to others

3. You don’t like meeting new friends

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SCRIPTURE

HEBREWS 10:25

“not avoiding worshipping together

as some do but spurring each other on”

TELL US ABOUT YOUR CHURCH!

• Where do you meet?
• what is the service like?
• what day do you meet?

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Foundation Scripture

“Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”

Matthew 28:19-20

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Foundation Scripture

“Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.” Matthew 28:19-20

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DISCUSSION QUESTIONS

• What is the Gospel of Jesus?
• What is evangelism?
• Why do we have to know the Gospel first before we can evangelize?
• How has your life been changed by the Gospel? Or has it?

SCRIPTURE

ROMANS 3:23

"For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God"

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Foundation Scripture

“Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”

Matthew 28:19-20

WELCOME

Foundation Scripture

“Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.” Matthew 28:19-20

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Foundation Scripture

“Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”

Matthew 28:19-20

WELCOME

Foundation Scripture

“Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.” Matthew 28:19-20

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Foundation Scripture

“Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”

Matthew 28:19-20

WELCOME

Foundation Scripture

“Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.” Matthew 28:19-20

SCRIPTURE

JOHN 14:6

“I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.”

SCRIPTURE

1 CORINTHIANS 12:27

“Now you are the body of Christ and individually members of it.”

SCRIPTURE

GALATIANS 6:2

“Bear one another’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ"

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS

• What have students found out about the importance of community in their own life.
• What are ways to connect more people to Jesus on the campus?
• How can we help encourage others who are not connected to other believers to get connected?

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Foundation Scripture

19 "Don't store up treasures here on earth, where moths eat them and rust destroys them, and where thieves break in and steal. 20 Store your treasures in heaven, where moths and rust cannot destroy, and thieves do not break in and steal. 21 Wherever your treasure is, there the desires of your heart will also be." Matthew 6:19-21

FOUNDATION SCRIPTURE

Foundation Scripture

"Don't store up treasures here on earth, where moths eat them and rust destroys them, and where thieves break in and steal. 20 Store your treasures in heaven, where moths and rust cannot destroy, and thieves do not break in and steal. 21 Wherever your treasure is, there the desires of your heart will also be." Matthew 6:19-21

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SCRIPTURE

REVELATION 22:4

"He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain any-more, for the former things have passed away.”

PHILIPPIANS 3:20

"But our citizenship is in heaven, and from it we await a Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ".

DISCUSSION

COLOSSIANS 3:2

"Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth."

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• What does it mean to set our minds on things that are above?
• Does this mean we just shouldn't care about anything on Earth?

MATTHEW 6:7

"Pray then like this: “Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name. Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven."

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• What does "on earth as it is in Heaven" mean?
• How can we bring "Heaven on earth?"

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Foundation Scripture

19 "Don't store up treasures here on earth, where moths eat them and rust destroys them, and where thieves break in and steal. 20 Store your treasures in heaven, where moths and rust cannot destroy, and thieves do not break in and steal. 21 Wherever your treasure is, there the desires of your heart will also be." Matthew 6:19-21

FOUNDATION SCRIPTURE

Foundation Scripture

"Don't store up treasures here on earth, where moths eat them and rust destroys them, and where thieves break in and steal. 20 Store your treasures in heaven, where moths and rust cannot destroy, and thieves do not break in and steal. 21 Wherever your treasure is, there the desires of your heart will also be." Matthew 6:19-21

SCRIPTURE

REVELATION 21:3

"Behold, the dwelling place of God is with man. He will dwell with them, and they will be his people, and God himself will be with them as their God.”

SCRIPTURE

LUKE 15:7

says "There will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous persons who need no repentance.”

PHILIPPIANS 3:20-21

“But our citizenship is in Heaven, and from it, we await a Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ, who will transform our lowly body to be like his glorious body, by the power that enables Him even to subject all things to Himself.”

QUESTIONS TO CONSIDER

• How can we be sure that God has given us eternal hope and life with him?

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• What do we know about what Heaven is like and how can we have Heaven on earth? (Hint: we don't know much but we do know about our relationship with God)

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Foundation Scripture

19 "Don't store up treasures here on earth, where moths eat them and rust destroys them, and where thieves break in and steal. 20 Store your treasures in heaven, where moths and rust cannot destroy, and thieves do not break in and steal. 21 Wherever your treasure is, there the desires of your heart will also be." Matthew 6:19-21

FOUNDATION SCRIPTURE

Foundation Scripture

"Don't store up treasures here on earth, where moths eat them and rust destroys them, and where thieves break in and steal. 20 Store your treasures in heaven, where moths and rust cannot destroy, and thieves do not break in and steal. 21 Wherever your treasure is, there the desires of your heart will also be." Matthew 6:19-21

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Foundation Scripture

19 "Don't store up treasures here on earth, where moths eat them and rust destroys them, and where thieves break in and steal. 20 Store your treasures in heaven, where moths and rust cannot destroy, and thieves do not break in and steal. 21 Wherever your treasure is, there the desires of your heart will also be." Matthew 6:19-21

FOUNDATION SCRIPTURE

Foundation Scripture

"Don't store up treasures here on earth, where moths eat them and rust destroys them, and where thieves break in and steal. 20 Store your treasures in heaven, where moths and rust cannot destroy, and thieves do not break in and steal. 21 Wherever your treasure is, there the desires of your heart will also be." Matthew 6:19-21

SCRIPTURE

GALATIANS 2:16

says “A person is not justified by works of the law but through faith in Jesus Christ.”

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EPHESIANS 2:8-9

says “For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast.”

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS

• Have you ever been given a gift that you were so excited about that you took extra special care of it? (Could be a toy when you were younger, or maybe an electronic device.)
• Just as we took extra care of our gift, we want to also take care of our faith!

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• Imagine you are giving a special gift to someone. And then imagine they took that gift and then never spoke to you again. How would that make you feel?

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• What are ways we can take care of our gift and thank God for being so gracious to us?"

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Foundation Scripture

"Let’s hold firmly to the confession of our hope without wavering, for He who promised is faithful." ~Hebrews 10:23

SCRIPTURE

Foundation Scripture

"Let’s hold firmly to the confession of our hope without wavering, for He who promised is faithful."

Hebrews 10:23

SCRIPTURE

Joshua 23:14

it says “Now I am about to go the way of all the earth. You know with all your heart and soul that not one of all the good promises the Lord your God gave you has failed. Every promise has been fulfilled; not one has failed."

5 IMPORTANT PROMISES

• God promises eternal life
• God promises peace
• God promises victory
• God promises forgiveness
• Jesus promises to come back again

ETERNAL LIFE

JOHN 3:16

"For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life."

• How do we accept the gift of Eternal Life?

PEACE

ROMANS 5:1

"Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ."

• Do you ever struggle with finding peace?

PEACE

PHILIPPIANS 4:6-7 SAYS:

"Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanks-giving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus."

• How do we ask for peace?

VICTORY

1ST CORINTHIANS 10:1

"No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can endure it."

• Do you ever struggle with temptation?
• what can you do to help fight the temptation?

FORGIVENESS

1ST JOHN 1:9

"If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness."

• How do we confess our sins?
• Does God really forgive all sins?

JESUS WILL RETURN

JOHN 14:2-3

"My Father’s house has many rooms; if that were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you? 3 And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am."

• What does this verse mean when it says "many rooms"?
• What does Jesus mean when he says he has prepared a place for us?

JESUS WILL RETURN

• Which of the promises can we use when talking about God’s heart? (Icon 1)

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• Which of the promises can we use when we are talking about Jesus' sacrifice (Icon 3)

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• Can we apply any of the verses to the other icons?

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Foundation Scripture

"Let’s hold firmly to the confession of our hope without wavering, for He who promised is faithful." ~Hebrews 10:23

SCRIPTURE

Foundation Scripture

"Let’s hold firmly to the confession of our hope without wavering, for He who promised is faithful."

Hebrews 10:23

SCRIPTURE

Joshua 23:14

it says “Now I am about to go the way of all the earth. You know with all your heart and soul that not one of all the good promises the Lord your God gave you has failed. Every promise has been fulfilled; not one has failed."

REVIEW

• God promises Eternal Life. (John 3:16)
• God promises peace. (Romans 5:1, Philippians 4:6-7)
• God promises Victory. (1st Corinthians 10:13)
• God promises forgiveness.(1st John 1:9)
• Jesus promises to come back again. (John 14:2-3)

PROMISES DISCUSSION

• Have you ever had someone promise you something and not keep it? How did this feel? Why did you feel that way?
• Why do we make promises in our lives? What is the importance of a promise?
• Why is it important that God makes promises and to know that He is a promise keeper?
• Has God ever made a promise in your life and then fulfilled it? (It can be one or all of the five we have been talking about) Feel free to share about it!

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THINGS TO THINK ABOUT

• How do we know God keeps His promises?

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• Can you recall or talk about a way you have watched God keep His promise?

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Foundation Scripture

"Let’s hold firmly to the confession of our hope without wavering, for He who promised is faithful." ~Hebrews 10:23

SCRIPTURE

Foundation Scripture

"Let’s hold firmly to the confession of our hope without wavering, for He who promised is faithful."

Hebrews 10:23

SCRIPTURE

JOSHUA 23:14

it says “Now I am about to go the way of all the earth. You know with all your heart and soul that not one of all the good promises the Lord your God gave you has failed. Every promise has been fulfilled; not one has failed."

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Foundation Scripture

"Let’s hold firmly to the confession of our hope without wavering, for He who promised is faithful." ~Hebrews 10:23

SCRIPTURE

Foundation Scripture

"Let’s hold firmly to the confession of our hope without wavering, for He who promised is faithful."

Hebrews 10:23

SCRIPTURE

JOSHUA 23:14,

it says “Now I am about to go the way of all the earth. You know with all your heart and soul that not one of all the good promises the Lord your God gave you has failed. Every promise has been fulfilled; not one has failed."

HE PROMISES US....

ETERNAL LIFE

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PEACE

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VICTORY

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FORGIVENESS

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A SAVIOR

SCRIPTURE

REVELATION 3:20

"Here I am! I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with that person, and they with me."

DISCUSSION

• What are ways that God tries to speak to us?

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• Have you ever felt God trying to speak to you?

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• Why is it important that we have a relationship with God?

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• How do we let God into our lives? (or in other words, how do we open the door?)

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