Everyday Kingdom

DAY 42

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11/7

2 Samuel 12:1-5

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O: Observation
A: Application
P: Prayer

DAY 41

11/6

Prayer

God, too often my mind is deflected from You onto the things of the world, especially when times are difficult, but I want to keep my focus on you. Help me be aware of your Spirit in my life, so that day by day, my heart and mind become saturated by your love. May your love be reflected through my actions and attitude and my life be transformed daily, by the renewing of my mind. Help me do only those things that are good, and acceptable and perfect in Your sight. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

DAY 40

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11/5

Romans 12:1-3

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O: Observation
A: Application
P: Prayer

DAY 39

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11/4

James 5:13-16

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O: Observation
A: Application
P: Prayer

DAY 38

Work through this passage of scripture using S.O.A.P. in an online video.

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11/3

WEDNESDAY DEVOTIONAL

WE OWN OUR PART

S: Scripture
O: Observation
A: Application
P: Prayer

Matthew 7:1-6

DAY 37

We acknowledge that we are both the potential problem and the future solution. We are imperfect people seeking for God to transform us every day. We seek to grow in spiritual maturity by spending less of our efforts noticing what is wrong with the world and instead, look for the problems within our own hearts. Therefore, we are confessional people knowing that God continues to move not when we sit and acknowledge the problems surrounding us, but when we actively seek to become more like God daily. We will not let our problems define us. We will move forward by grace.

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11/2

We Own Our Part

Romans 12:2; Matthew 7:3-5

DAY 36

1. What does it mean to be a disciple-maker? What does it mean to be in partnerships with the local church but not completely dependent on it when it comes to building disciples?

2. Jesus came to serve and we have the same calling placed upon our lives. But at times serving is not our first instinct. What are some challenges and sacrifices that come with stepping into that calling of investing in people?

3. Our goal is never to wait for an opportunity to invest in people, but to seek out chances. How do you need to start living this out? What are some ways you can intentionally look to serve others?

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"Ripple > Splash"

11/1

SERMON DISCUSSION

DAY 35

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10/31

Galations & 2 Tim

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O: Observation
A: Application
P: Prayer

DAY 34

10/30

Prayer

God, You care so deeply about every person You create. And when I love people the way You do, I reflect your generous love to a broken world in need of hope. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to invite people into your kingdom. Thank you for showing me what true love is. Today show me who I can serve in Jesus’ name, Amen.

DAY 33

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10/29

Mark 10:35-45

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O: Observation
A: Application
P: Prayer

DAY 32

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10/28

Matthew 28:16-20

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O: Observation
A: Application
P: Prayer

DAY 31

Work through this passage of scripture using S.O.A.P. in an online video.

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10/27

WEDNESDAY DEVOTIONAL

RIPPLE > SPLASH

S: Scripture
O: Observation
A: Application
P: Prayer

Hebrews 10:19-25

DAY 30

We live out our great commission to be disciple-makers in partnership with our local church, but not dependent upon it. We use our influence to lead people into the kingdom through deliberate prayer, intentional conversations, strategic invites, and helping people not just attend, but engage in the community of faith. Christ came to serve others and we step into that, as well, knowing there is no greater joy than seeing someone grow in faith. Just as we celebrate baptism, we celebrate the investments made by the person baptizing. We believe that God is working all around us, so we will not wait for an opportunity – we seek them out.

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10/26

Ripple > Splash

Mark 10:45; Hebrews 10:24-25; Matthew 28:19-20

DAY 29

1. Our goal is to develop rhythms where we are in Scripture daily and are constantly in the Word. What presence has Scripture had in your life?

2. We believe that God’s word enables us to be more aware of the work of the Holy Spirit. How does being actively engaged in Scripture change how you hear from God? When you are more engaged in Scripture, how does it change your relationship with God?

3. God calls us to respond to the Holy Spirit without knowing all of the answers, because obedience cannot wait. Why is our immediate impulse to need all of the answers before following through? How does blind obedience grow our faith more than complete understanding?

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"Grounded in Scripture, Obedient to the Spirit"

10/25

SERMON DISCUSSION

DAY 28

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10/24

Acts 2:14-41

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O: Observation
A: Application
P: Prayer

DAY 27

10/23

Prayer

God, I know true knowledge only comes from seeking you. I’ve learned I can’t build my knowledge unless it’s on your firm foundation. Help me see what aligns with your Word and what doesn’t. Help me to be obedient to your spirit and show me how to participate in your kingdom. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

DAY 26

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10/21

Hebrews 4:9-13

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O: Observation
A: Application
P: Prayer

DAY 25

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10/21

2 Tim 3:10-17

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O: Observation
A: Application
P: Prayer

DAY 24

Work through this passage of scripture using S.O.A.P. in an online video.

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10/20

WEDNESDAY DEVOTIONAL

GROUNDED IN SCRIPTURE, OBEDIENT TO THE SPIRIT

S: Scripture
O: Observation
A: Application
P: Prayer

1 Cor 2:6-12

DAY 23

We have the opportunity to hear from God constantly through his Word and by obeying his Spirit. We begin by reflecting on scripture daily, seeking to move through scripture systematically to the point where we will embed the Bible in every facet of our lives, allowing the word of God to guide us. We believe God’s word enables us to be more aware of and responsive to the work of the Holy Spirit. When we sense the prompting of the Spirit we will respond, because we know that understanding can wait, but obedience cannot.

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10/19

GROUNDED IN SCRIPTURE, OBEDIENT TO THE SPIRIT

2 Timothy 3:16; Hebrews 4:12; Joshua 1:8

DAY 22

1. We talk about how our God is a generous God, where have you seen this generosity in your own life?

2. What does someone who has generosity as their identity look like? How are they different from those that don’t?

3. Scripture tells us that “where your treasure is your heart will be, also.” This is telling us that where we put our resources, is where our priorities, attention, and passions go. Do you see this playing out in how you live and invest your resources? Where do you need to make changes about where your treasure goes?

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"Live Generously"

10/18

SERMON DISCUSSION

DAY 21

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10/17

Mark 12:41-44

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O: Observation
A: Application
P: Prayer

DAY 20

10/16

Prayer

Jesus, Thank you for showing me what it means to live generously when you gave everything up for me. Please give me the courage to exhibit generosity because I know you’ll take care of me. Everything I have is a gift from you so help me to help bless others by giving generously. In your name, Amen.

DAY 19

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10/15

Mark 14:3-9

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O: Observation
A: Application
P: Prayer

DAY 18

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10/14

2 Cor 9:6-11

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O: Observation
A: Application
P: Prayer

DAY 17

Work through this passage of scripture using S.O.A.P. in an online video.

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10/13

WEDNESDAY DEVOTIONAL

LIVE GENEROUSLY

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O: Observation
A: Application
P: Prayer

Matthew 6:19-25

DAY 16

We are already blessed by a generous God. Living generously involves every area of our lives – our time, talent, and resources. However, Jesus teaches that generosity begins with our finances, because “where your treasure is your heart will be, also.” We all start by giving a gift: make a financial donation when the time is right. We seek to become givers: giving becomes part of our identity when we make regular contributions to his church with the first 10% that God gives us. We desire to become generous: make radical financial investments to further God’s kingdom.

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10/12

LIVE GENEROUSLY

2 Corinthians 9:6-8; Matthew 6:21

DAY 15

1. Why is enthusiasm a Kingdom value? Where do you make excuses instead of choosing passion and zeal?

2. Being a front row person is choosing to be passionate and engaged when it would be easier to be cynical and prideful. Why is cynicism such an easy first step for us to make? How do you take steps towards being more passionate and engaged instead?

3. What does it mean to be a thermostat in a world of thermometers? Where do you need to live this out more within the church and outside the church?

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"Front Row People"

10/11

SERMON DISCUSSION

DAY 14

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10/10

1 Samuel 25

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through the S.O.A.P. method on your own

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O: Observation
A: Application
P: Prayer

DAY 13

10/9

Prayer

God, You alone are worthy of my praise, honor, and love! So today, I want to give thanks to You with my whole heart. Give me opportunities to tell people about Your great love, and then fill me with the joy that only comes from you so that I gladly and openly give thank to you with boldness! In Jesus' name, Amen.

DAY 12

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10/8

Psalm 34

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O: Observation
A: Application
P: Prayer

DAY 11

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10/7

James 1:19-21

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O: Observation
A: Application
P: Prayer

DAY 10

Work through this passage of scripture using S.O.A.P. in an online video.

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10/6

WEDNESDAY DEVOTIONAL

FRONT ROW PEOPLE

S: Scripture
O: Observation
A: Application
P: Prayer

Romans 12:9-12

DAY 9

We understand that zeal and passion are not simply a matter of personality, but they are Kingdom virtues. While it would always be easiest to become cynical and prideful, we choose to be passionate and engaged people who are eager to follow where God leads. Whether we are gathered in community or sent to be the Church, these attributes define us. We praise God for the good, welcome purposeful change, and bring others along in
this process. Even in the back of the room we serve as thermostats in the world of thermometers.

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10/5

FRONT ROW PEOPLE

Romans 12:11; Proverbs 17:22; Psalm 34:1

DAY 8

1.What is the difference between being called and simply doing a job? How does it change how you live, work, and interact with people?

2.Being called is delighting in the bigger picture, not just what role we play. What is the danger in forgetting the grander picture that God is doing in the world? What does it mean to “embrace smallness”?

3.True calling is found in our life when we allow the Spirit to work in and through us, but it starts with a desire for the Spirit to transform us and our pursuits. Where do you need to change what you pursue in your own life to live more into your calling?

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"Called"

10/4

SERMON DISCUSSION

DAY 7

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10/3

Acts 5:17-42

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O: Observation
A: Application
P: Prayer

DAY 6

10/2

Prayer

God, thank you for giving me Your Word. Today, please speak to me through it. Prepare me for the plans you have for me. Convict me, correct me, strengthen me, encourage me. Make me ready to do what you’ve called me to. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

DAY 5

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10/1

2 Cor 5:16-21

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O: Observation
A: Application
P: Prayer

DAY 4

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9/30

1 Cor 1:26-31

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O: Observation
A: Application
P: Prayer

DAY 3

Work through this passage of scripture using S.O.A.P. in an online video.

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9/29

WEDNESDAY DEVOTIONAL

"CALLED!"

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O: Observation
A: Application
P: Prayer

1 Peter 4:7-11

DAY 2

Our lives have purpose and meaning because of what God has done for us and is doing in the world. We are called into relationship with Christ, claiming the identity God has for us through salvation by faith and growing daily in our relationship with him. We are called into purpose, not obsessing about the part we’re called to play, but delighting in being part of the bigger thing that God is doing in the world. We are called into passion, knowing that as the spirit works in our lives, that’s where true life is found. As called people we seek to champion the calling of others, helping them find Christ and his purpose and passion for their lives, as well.

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9/28

CALLED!

2 Corinthians 5:17; Ecclesiastes 3:11; 1 Peter 4:10

DAY 1

1. How would you describe the “Kingdom of Heaven” to other people?

2. If the kingdom is within, then we are never without the kingdom. How does this change how we view and understand where God is working?

3. How do we live knowing that Jesus isn’t king yet, but there is still evidence of God everywhere? Where have you seen evidence of God working even in the midst of evil and hurt?

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"Missing in your Midst"

9/27

SERMON DISCUSSION