The word “aspire” means to seek to attain or accomplish a particular goal. Some people aspire to achieve power; some strive for wealth or fame. The apostle Paul’s greatest aspiration was to know Christ and the power of His resurrection. What is your greatest aspiration? Join us for a message exploring our church’s aspirations.
Self-evaluation: ___ 1. ___ 2. ___ 3. ___ 4.
As I aspire to love everyone always this week, I will __________________________________________________________________________________________.
I will share my commitment with: __________________________________________________________________________________________________________.
Self-evaluation: ___ 1. ___ 2. ___ 3. ___ 4.
As I aspire to love everyone always this week, I will __________________________________________________________________________________________.
I will share my commitment with: __________________________________________________________________________________________________________.
Self-evaluation: ___ 1. ___ 2. ___ 3. ___ 4.
As I aspire to love everyone always this week, I will __________________________________________________________________________________________.
I will share my commitment with: __________________________________________________________________________________________________________.
Use this outline for personal reflection, as a couples or family devotion, or with a small group.
Did you set any goals or make any resolutions for 2023? If so, what were they, and how are you doing with that goal or resolution?
What is the purpose of a trellis? Have you ever considered building a trellis to accommodate your spiritual growth? How might one go about creating such a trellis?
Read Luke 5:16; Luke 6:12; Luke 9:8; & Luke 22:40-44.
Read Psalm 119:9-11 & 105; 2 Timothy 3:16-17; & Hebrews 4:12.
Read Exodus 20:8-11; Hebrews 4:12-11; & Matthew 11:28-29.
Between prayer, Bible reading, and Sabbath rest, which is the hardest to practice? Why? Talk about it, invite accountability, and take time to pray together.
Most of the letters in the New Testament were written to congregations. As we read through 1 & 2 Corinthians this month, invite the Holy Spirit to speak to you about our church and the part He has for you in it.
Don’t Waste Your Life, by John Piper
The Purpose Driven Life, by Rick Warren
Celebration of Discipline, By Richard Foster
Check out these books from our suggested reading list at https://bit.ly/AspireSMB.