FOR, Part 1: “For vs. Against”
May 2-23, 2021
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Key Verse
“It is my judgment, therefore, that we should not make it difficult for the Gentiles who are turning to God” - Acts 15:19
Message Recap
For far too long the church has been known for what we’re against. We should be known for what we are for.
Main Point
We are FOR people, because God is.
Questions for Reflection
Grab a journal and take time working through the questions below.
If you were to hold up a sign with one word that described what you want to be known for, what would it say?
Now describe the actions in your life that would support that. Would your word still be the same? Why or why not?
Naturally, we all have things we are against. And sadly, most people are known for what they are against. If someone were to hold up a one-word sign on your behalf about what you are against, what would it say? What have you been doing, saying, or posting that would make someone say that about you?
What we are against, even when rightly so, usually has a person or people attached them. That’s when the what becomes a who. And as soon as someone knows you are against them, it will be nearly impossible for you to have an impact on their life. Read Luke 19:10. Where might you be creating a gap between God and the lost (those who don’t yet follow Jesus)?
What can you do practically this week to begin showing love to them and that you are FOR them? Read Acts 15:19. How can this passage help you with that?
In the message from this week, Ronnie challenged us to begin praying for those people who we might find ourselves being against.This week, when you find that tension arising, turn your tension into prayer FOR them. Who are you praying for? (write their name)
Yearly Bible Plan
Monday: Leviticus 5-7
Tuesday: Leviticus 8-10
Wednesday: Leviticus 11-12
Thursday: Leviticus 13
Friday: Leviticus 14-15
Saturday: Leviticus 16-18
Sunday: Leviticus 19-21
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