Hidden Keys to a Healthy Life Pt. 4 - Habits
Scriptures:
Romans 6:16-18, Prov. 4:20, Luke 4:16; 5:16, Hebrews 10:25
Message (Big idea):
We must develop healthy spiritual habits
Meditation (Think about it):
We get to choose our habits
Your current life accurately reflects your habits
Develop a habit to read scripture, pray, and be with Jesus
Develop the habit to attend church and small groups
Motivation (What can I do):
Your Dome Life group will help keep you accountable and partner with your healthy habits.
Are you a part of Dome Life? Is your next Dome Life meeting planned? If no, start today and text Dome to 928-415-2727
Hidden Keys to a Healthy Life Pt. 3 - Exercise
Scriptures:
1 Timothy 4:7-8, Mark 11:12-24, Matt 5:13-16, James 2:14-24, Matt 16:21-27
Message (Big idea):
You must exercise unto godliness for a healthy life
Meditation (Think about it):
We exercise our faith to live out the gospel
Your good works show what you believe
Our lifestyle should represent our beliefs
Motivation (What can I do):
Your Dome Life group will help with exercise. Get on mission and stay on mission with the support of your group.
Is your next Dome Life meeting planned? If no, start today and text Dome to 928-415-2727
Hidden Keys to a Healthy Life Pt. 2 - Eating Right
Scriptures:
1 Cor 3:1-3, 2 Timothy 3:16-19, Matt 12:3-5, Acts 17:10-12
Message (Big idea):
You must eat right; spirit, soul, and body, for good health
Meditation (Think about it):
The Bible is food for our spirit, teaching for our soul, and health to our flesh
Jesus constantly asked "Have you not read?"
Being in community motivates us to read and study the Bible
Motivation (What can I do):
Do you read your Bible regularly? Do you study your Bible?
Do you share with your Dome life?
If yes, plan your next meeting. If no, start today and text Dome to 928-415-2727
Hidden Keys to a Healthy Life Pt. 1
Scriptures:
3 John 2, Galatians 6:7-9, Ephesians 4:16
Message (Big idea):
A Dome Life small group can be your greatest resource for a healthy life
Meditation (Think about it):
Your small group will help you "eat right"
Your small group will help you to "exercise"
Your small group will help you drop bad habits
Motivation (What can I do):
Are you in a Dome Life group?
If yes, plan your next meeting. If no, start today by text Dome to 928-415-2727
Colossians Ch. 4 - Living a Great Life and Raising a Great Family
Scriptures:
Colossians 4:1-18
Message (Big idea):
Kids watch better than they listen, set a good example
Life and parenting is tough, so pray
You need the support of good friends going the same direction
The best life is fulfilling your purpose on earth
Meditation (Think about it):
Reading scriptures and regular church attendance really do help
Joining a small group in Dome Life has immeasurable value
Completing your life mission is a life without regrets
Motivation (What can I do):
Make a decision as a family what you will do; pray together? attend church? seek God to fulfill your purpose?
Write down a few prayerful thoughts about these things:
Christ in Your Life: Colossians Ch.3
Scriptures:
Colossians 3:1-25
Message (Big Idea):
Living like Christ (Jesus) with true Christian behavior -putting on our new self (life) and putting to death whatever belongs to our earthly nature.
Meditation (Think about it): Because of our Faith in Jesus
1. The old sinful nature dies (Crucified with Christ)
2.We receive a new life (Buried)
3. Christ (Jesus) gives us a new life. (Resurrection)
Motivation (What Can I do?):
1. Put to death whatever belongs to your earthly nature
2. Put on love which binds the virtues together
3. Dwell in the word. Your word is a lamp to guide my feet and a light for my path (Psalms 119:105)
Jesus Is The Answer - Colossians Ch. 2
Scriptures:
Colossians 2:1-23
Message (Big idea):
Jesus is always the answer, nothing and no one should come first.
Meditation (Think about it):
Nothing in the earth or heavens is a replacement for Jesus
We can only govern our lives correctly because of Jesus
We deny any supernatural power that is not Jesus
Motivation (What can I do):
In our search for answers we sometimes look to things other than Jesus. Think and pray about one thing you'll redirect yourself to look only to Jesus:
Putting Those Gifts to Work!
Ready for Service
Scriptures:
Colossians 1:10 & 13
Colossians 1:1-6, 9
Message:
-You were made new for a purpose
2 Corinthians 5:17, Ephesians 2:10
-Suit Up: Set a time and place to read God's Word.
Ephesians 2:9, Ephesians 5:15-20
-Master Sin: Shut the door on sin.
Genesis 4:6-7
Meditation:
With Christ in us, we can be victorious in good works.
Colossians 1:27
Motivation: What Can I do?
Seek God's will for your life. Do good. Stay humble. Pray that God will use you for His glory and to bear fruit in good works.
What You May Not Know About Your Dad
Scriptures: Matt 6:8-13, 1 Peter 5:7, Prov. 19:13, John 4:23
1. You'll never know the sacrifice, unless you're a Dad.
2. He can't express his emotions well.
3. You'll never understand how deep he cares.
4. You are always on his mind.
5. He prays for you, even if you don't think he prays.
6. If he can't see you, he's hurting.
7. Disrespect and dishonesty will break his heart.
8. He's the best at punishment.
9. He will die for you.
10. A little acknowledgement goes a long way.
The Gifts of the Spirit - Pt. 1
Word of Wisdom and Word of Knowledge
Scriptures:
Mark 16:20, Hebrews 2:4, 1 Cor 12:8; 2:4, Acts 5:1-6, 1 Sam 9:14-20
Message (Big idea):
Word of Wisdom: Holy Spirit uses a person to give expert counsel Word of Knowledge: Holy Spirit uses a person without personal knowledge to inform you
Meditation (Think about it):
- The Gifts of the Spirit advance the plan & purpose of God
- The Holy Spirit shows up to give you what you don't have
- The Holy Spirit shows up to confirm your assignment
Motivation (What can I do):
1. Think and pray about these things, review the scriptures. Has God used you this way before?
2. Ask the Lord to use you in the gifts to help others.
Holy Spirit Power For Your Assignment
Scriptures:
Romans 12:4-6, 1 Cor 12:4-11; 31, 1 Cor 14:1
Message (Big idea):
The Holy Spirit will empower you to help others
Meditation (Think about it):
-God works through the body of Christ to help mankind
-God uses all of the body, whenever possible, according to His plan
Motivation (What can I do):
3 Ways to see the Holy Spirit use you in the Gifts:
1.Earnestly desire the Gifts
2.Stay "in-tune" with the Holy Spirit
3.Walk in Love
Scriptures:
Galatians 6:4-5 MSG, Matt 7:7-8;13, Acts 13:1-3, 1 Tim 4:14
Message (Big idea):
Make a careful exploration of who you are and the work you've been given
Meditation (Think about it):
-Your assignment is in you
-Go after it and do not relent
-Scripture, prophecy, and leadership will confirm
Motivation (What can I do):
Prayerfully consider your assignment. Based on what you've heard write down a couple things you can do to move forward:
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How people in the Bible found their assignment:
Peter - Small business owner and Jesus finds Him and calls Him
Paul - Serving, just in the wrong place
Phillip - Friends brought him
David - Called, stayed faithful, recognized by leadership and took His opportunity
Joshua - Faithfully served under Moses and became His successor
Gideon - Actively hiding from God when an angel finds him
Matt - In a bad spot doing bad stuff, Jesus calls him
Elizabeth - Past her prime and called by God to watch over the next gen
Sarah - Challenged by God to believe the impossible and become a mother
Abraham - Obeyed God's direction without all the details
Mary - Called to be a Godly mother (to Jesus)
John the Baptist - Called to prepare people for someone else's ministry
Scriptures:
Ecc 3:1-8, Luke 16:10-12, Matt 25:14-30, Acts 18:11
Message (Big idea):
What is your assignment in this season?
Meditation (Think about it):
-Seasonal assignments are focused and come to a close
-Seasonal assignments prepare and prove us
-Recognize the season and assignment you're in
Motivation (What can I do):
Prayerfully consider your season, who are the people and tasks God has for you in this time?
-People:
-Assignment:
Your Personal Assignment
Scriptures:
Eph. 5:33;5:22-6:9, Col 3:18-25, Psalm 15:4, Titus 2:5,8,10
Message (Big idea):
We must fulfill our personal assignments
Meditation (Think about it):
Family is a personal assignment
A promise is a personal assignment
Motivation (What can I do):
Think about your personal relationships, can you recommit today to fulfill the assignment
Think about the commitments and promises you made. If you can't fulfill it apologize and do
The Trinity's Assignment - to save humanity from eternal separation from a loving God.
Our Capital Assignment- to tell everyone about that.
Your Capital Assignment- should you choose to accept it - if it is. Spiritual dynamics of your life have dramatically changed.
Opposition:
1. Others
2. Satan
3. Self
We know from Daniel's life that:
-God is paying Attention
-His Angels are fighting for you
-His favor rests on your spiritual character, devotion the courage to stand for what is right
Your Life Assignment
Scriptures:
Matt 4:19, John 21:15-17, Acts 9:1-16, John 15:1-16
Message (Big idea):
You have a life assignment from God
Meditation (Think about it):
Jesus is the one who gives the assignments
Jesus prepares us so we can do the assignment
Motivation (What can I do):
Have you ever thought about the assignment God has given you?
Write down a couple of thoughts from the message about your assignment:
Patience - The Missing Ingredient to Strength
Scriptures:
James 1:3; 5:7-10, Hebrews 10:35-36, Ephesians 4:2
Message (Big idea):
When you endure difficulty you get stronger
Meditation (Think about it):
- We wait for God to fulfill His promise of deliverance
- We exercise our humility when were patient with people
Motivation (What can I do):
List one circumstance and one person you'll re-commit to patience.
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2.
Honor - The Missing Ingredient to More
Scriptures:
Matt 7:6; 13:53-58, Luke 7:1-9, Prov 18:16
Message (Big idea):
Honor provides access to what or whom you value
Meditation (Think about it):
- Honor is how you demonstrate value, admiration, authority, and priority
- As Christians we are called by God to live and give honor
Motivation (What can I do):
Write down one thing you have shown honor to, and write down one thing that needs more honor:
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We Honor:
God - Rev. 4:11
Parents - Ex 20:12
Elderly - Lev 19:32
Rulers - 1 Peter 2:17
Church Leaders - 1 Tim 5:17
Faithful Servants of Christ - Phil 2:29
Sabbath - Is 58:13
Marriage - Heb 13:4
Our physical body - 1 Thess 4:3
What Do I Use My Faith For?
Message (Big idea):
Use your faith for the Past, Present, and Future
Meditation (Think about it):
- Our past life is gone, through faith we are made new
- We have peace with God and can partake of His promises
- We have an eternal future with our Heavenly Father
Motivation (What can I do):
Meditate on the message and scriptures. Write down one thing about the past and future that faith in Jesus brings you today.
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Use Your Faith to Move That Mountain
Scriptures:
Mark 4:35, Mark 11:23, Prov 18:21, Acts 9:32
Message (Big idea):
You need to speak to the mountain
Meditation (Think about it):
- Those who exercise the power of God do so with words
- Use your words to speak life in your situation
Motivation (What can I do):
Death and life are in the power of the tongue (Prov 18:21). Write down two things you'll start speaking life over: