Purpose and Priorities

One of the main problems we face in our day is that of busyness. We are always on the go, and that oftentimes leads us to jacked up priorities. As we look at Scripture, it is easy to tell that keeping our priorities straight helps us fight a life filled with worry and anxiety that comes from always being busy.

Life is so full. Sometimes it is full of good things, while other times it is full of bad things. Either way, it seems to ALWAYS be full. We spend so much time doing so many different things, we too often find ourselves trapped in the busyness of life. This isn’t a new concept, but it is one that we must address! Until we can find some rest, we will never live out the purpose God has for us. Easier said than done, right? Throughout this series, we will look at practical ways we can move from the busyness of life to the business of the Savior. We will learn how to WIN in life.

Savior and Shepherd

When we think of Jesus, a lot of times we think of this amazing Warrior. We think of a Creator, an all-powerful, all-knowing, supernatural hero. And while Jesus definitely fits that description, Psalm 23 makes it more personal. We have a Savior who loves us intimately and who is the ultimate Shepherd. As His sheep, He wants to take care of us and bring to us restoration

Life is so full. Sometimes it is full of good things, while other times it is full of bad things. Either way, it seems to ALWAYS be full. We spend so much time doing so many different things, we too often find ourselves trapped in the busyness of life. This isn’t a new concept, but it is one that we must address! Until we can find some rest, we will never live out the purpose God has for us. Easier said than done, right? Throughout this series, we will look at practical ways we can move from the busyness of life to the business of the Savior. We will learn how to WIN in life.

Come to Jesus

When we are tired, burdened, and we just don’t know what to do, Jesus invites us to come to Him. As we look at what it means to be weary and burdened, we will learn some practical ways Jesus wants to help lighten our load.

Life is so full. Sometimes it is full of good things, while other times it is full of bad things. Either way, it seems to ALWAYS be full. We spend so much time doing so many different things, we too often find ourselves trapped in the busyness of life. This isn’t a new concept, but it is one that we must address! Until we can find some rest, we will never live out the purpose God has for us. Easier said than done, right? Throughout this series, we will look at practical ways we can move from the busyness of life to the business of the Savior. We will learn how to WIN in life.

The Busyness Trap

Between fall sports, holidays, school breaks, and everything in between, life gets busy. Before we know it, we are caught in this trap, and it seems like there is no way out. As we look at a story from Luke 10, I believe we can identify those times in life that get too busy and begin to take steps toward finding rest – in Jesus.

Life is so full. Sometimes it is full of good things, while other times it is full of bad things. Either way, it seems to ALWAYS be full. We spend so much time doing so many different things, we too often find ourselves trapped in the busyness of life. This isn’t a new concept, but it is one that we must address! Until we can find some rest, we will never live out the purpose God has for us. Easier said than done, right? Throughout this series, we will look at practical ways we can move from the busyness of life to the business of the Savior. We will learn how to WIN in life.

Engage in the Mission

There is a big difference between a superficial relationship with Jesus and an intimate relationship with Him. We quickly realize where we stand when things don’t go OUR way. It’s time to take our next steps of faith and fully engage in the mission of God.

The book of Jonah is about more than some man getting swallowed up by a big fish. This book shows us what a sinner is, who the Savior is, and how we can engage in the mission of God. Jonah highlights the character and goodness of God, and invites us to take our next steps to become more like Jesus.

Responding to Regret

Have you ever made a decision and immediately regretted it? While these regretful decisions are serious, the way we respond is as equally important. We can continue in regret and end up far away from God, or we can allow regret to draw us back to the heart of the Savior. As we look at Jonah’s story, we can see how our response really matters.

The book of Jonah is about more than some man getting swallowed up by a big fish. This book shows us what a sinner is, who the Savior is, and how we can engage in the mission of God. Jonah highlights the character and goodness of God, and invites us to take our next steps to become more like Jesus.

Stop Running

What did God ask Jonah to do and why didn’t Jonah want to do it? What does this have to do with us today? As we dive in, Jonah Chapter 1 reveals the heart of God vs. heart of man!

The book of Jonah is about more than some man getting swallowed up by a big fish. This book shows us what a sinner is, who the Savior is, and how we can engage in the mission of God. Jonah highlights the character and goodness of God, and invites us to take our next steps to become more like Jesus.

AJ’s Story

Sharing our story isn’t always easy, but it’s so important. This week, AJ shares how God has come through in his life even when he wasn’t sure he could keep moving forward. Because of God’s love, and through the power of community, we can reach up and be pulled from even the darkest moments.
We often shy away from building real relationships because we are afraid of what someone may think or how others will perceive us. For that reason, we often end up isolated and alone. Sincere community, where genuine relationships are formed, is pivotal to us growing in God’s love. Through this series, we will look at real life stories of how sharing our story and doing life with others helps us take our next steps of faith – and helps draw others closer to Jesus.

Testimony

Satan is deceiving. How can we fight against that? Fortunately for us, the Bible gives us the answer. It has everything to do with who God is and what He’s done – told by us, His children.
We often shy away from building real relationships because we are afraid of what someone may think or how others will perceive us. For that reason, we often end up isolated and alone. Sincere community, where genuine relationships are formed, is pivotal to us growing in God’s love. Through this series, we will look at real life stories of how sharing our story and doing life with others helps us take our next steps of faith – and helps draw others closer to Jesus.

Trials

No one likes to go through trials. It’s our DNA to run away from what makes us feel uncomfortable or causes an emotion we don’t like. But is that right decision? Can trials serve a purpose? How can we live through trials and grow closer to Jesus at the same time?

 

Have you ever packed way too much for vacation? Bag after bag after bag is loaded and then unloaded. After a while, all that baggage gets heavy. It is the same in life. We carry around some baggage, and the longer we carry it, the heavier it gets; the more damage it does. Through this series, we look at three common things that weigh us down and learn how we can break free of the baggage and begin to live our full potential in Christ.