9.28.25 Sermon Follow-Up Devotional

1. The World is Getting Noisier 

Psalm 46:10 (NIV) – “Be still, and know that I am God.”

Bernie Krause, who records nature sounds, said that in 1968 it took him 15 hours to capture one hour of pure nature. Today, it takes him 2,000 hours. Our world is louder than ever—traffic, media, constant activity, and even our own thoughts.

Question:

What kinds of “noise” fill your life, and how might they be making it harder to “be still” and know God?

2. Silence is Hard, but Necessary  

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9.21.25 Sermon Follow-Up Devotional

1. Reflect on Galatians 5:1, "It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery."

How can you ensure you are not falling into the trap of legalism in your walk with Christ? Are there any areas in your life where you are focusing more on rules and rituals rather than your relationship with God?

2. Considering Matthew 23:23, how can you guard against hypocrisy in your Christian life? Are there asp

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9.14.25 Sermon Follow-Up Devotional

1. Acknowledge the Reality of a Fallen World:

   - How does understanding the reality of our fallen world affect your   perspective on the events happening around you?

   - In what ways can you see the longing for a better, more beautiful, and more just world in your own life and in the lives of those around you?

   - How can acknowledging the brokenness of our world inspire us to yearn more deeply for God's kingdom?

2. The Power of Prayer:

   - How does Jesus' instruction to p

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9.7.25 Sermon Follow-Up Devotional

1. Reflecting on 2 Corinthians 5:20, how does understanding sharing faith as a relationship rather than a performance change your perspective and approach towards evangelism? How can you represent Jesus through your daily life and conversations?

2. Looking at 1 Corinthians 2:1-2, how does it comfort you to know that God uses our ordinary words? How can you implement this understanding in your conversations about faith? 

3. Considering 1 Peter 3:15, how can you ensure that yo

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8.31.25 Sermon Follow-Up Devotional

1. Failure Is Not Final 

Proverbs 24:16 (NIV) – “For though the righteous fall seven times, they rise again, but the wicked stumble when calamity strikes.”

Reflection:  

We all face disappointments—dreams that don’t come to pass, relationships that break, goals we miss. The enemy wants us to stay stuck in defeat, but God calls us to rise again. The difference between those who fulfill their destiny and those who don’t isn’t that they never fall, but that they always get back

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8.24.25 Sermon Follow-Up Devotional

1. Are You Willing to Step Into New Territory with God?

Then you will know which way to go, since you have never been this way before.” (Joshua 3:4 NIV)  

Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” (Joshua 1:9 NIV)

Reflection: 

God often leads us into unfamiliar places—new seasons, new challenges, and new opportunities. Are you satisfied with where you are spiritually, or is God calling you to tak

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8.17.25 Sermon Follow-Up Devotional

1. Acknowledging Each Other’s Presence (Romans 12:10)

“Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves.”

God calls us to honor and value every person in our church family. Taking the time to truly notice, greet, and listen to one another shows Christ’s love in action.  

Question:

How can you make sure everyone in your church family feels seen and valued this week?

2. Supporting Each Other in Times of Trouble (Galatians 6:2)**  

“Carry each other’s burdens,

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8.10.25 Sermon Follow-Up Devotional

1. Reflecting on Jonah's story, have you ever felt like Jonah, running away from a task God has given you? How did you respond and what was the outcome?

2. God's love for sinners is evident in His mercy towards the Ninevites. How does this change or affirm your understanding of God's love towards you, even in your imperfections and sin?

3. God showed incredible patience with Jonah despite his disobedience. Can you identify an area in your life where you need to experience Go

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7.27.25 Sermon Follow Up Devotional

Question 1: How can I love my neighbor as myself, even when it’s controversial or uncomfortable?**  

Matthew 22:39 reminds us that Jesus calls us to love our neighbor as ourselves—without exceptions. Loving others doesn’t mean we must agree with everything about them, but it does mean treating them with kindness, respect, and compassion, just as Chip and Joanna Gaines did when they served a same-sex couple.  

Reflect: Who is God calling you to love today, even if it challeng

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7.6.25 Follow Up Devotional

Question 1: Reflecting on God's Unchanging Goodness  

Scripture: James 1:17 (NIV) – "Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows."  

Reflection:  

How have you personally experienced the unchanging goodness of God in your life, especially during times of uncertainty? As a church, how can we remind one another of God's steadfast goodness in seasons of change?

Question 2: Trusting God's

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6.29.25 Follow Up Devotional

God went out of His way to help us by sending Jesus. Are we willing to go out of our way to help others and live out the gospel message? Our faith is not meant to be passive or occasional—it is meant to be active and life-changing every day. If we truly follow Jesus and love our neighbors as ourselves, our lives and our communities should look different.

1. Am I Willing to Be Interrupted to Help Someone in Need?

Acts 3:1-3; Luke 9:23

Peter and John were simply going about the

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6.15.25 Sermon Follow-Up Devotional

Devotional Reflection: Lessons from Samson's Life

Samson's life was marked by incredible potential, powerful victories, but also deep struggles. His story invites us to reflect upon our own journey with God, our sensitivity to His Spirit, our personal holiness, and the courage we need to live faithfully in challenging times.

Test #1: Salvation and God's Call  

Samson was stirred by God's Spirit from his early years (Judges 13:25) and is listed among heroes of faith who accomp

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6.8.25 Sermon Follow-Up Devotional

Often, we mistakenly think that church growth is solely the pastor's responsibility. Yet, Scripture reminds us that church growth is a shared task involving God, church leaders, and every believer. Today, let's reflect on our own role in God's design for growing His church.

1. God Brings the Growth  

Read 1 Corinthians 3:6-7.  

Reflect: Do you rely primarily on your own efforts, or are you trusting and praying for God’s power and guidance in your church's growth?

2. Equipped f

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6.1.25 Sermon Follow-Up Devotional

Three Question Devotional: Cow Tipping—Worship Music

Introduction:

There's a growing temptation in churches today to craft worship experiences around emotional affirmation, cultural relevance, and personal feelings. While our intentions may be good, we risk shifting our focus from God to ourselves, from biblical truth to emotional experience. True worship, however, is always God-centered, biblically grounded, and aimed at exalting Christ alone. Let's examine our hearts and p

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5.18.25 Sermon Follow-Up Devotional

Devotional Title: "Shall Your Brethren Go to War While You Sit Here?" (Numbers 32:6)

Introduction:

In Numbers 32, the tribes of Reuben and Gad wanted to settle comfortably on the east side of the Jordan rather than joining their brethren in the battle for the Promised Land. Moses challenged their thinking sharply, reminding them of their responsibility to support their brothers in the struggle. Today, as Christians, we too are in a spiritual battle. Each believer must consid

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