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Prayer
Hymn: Come Thou Fount
Memory Verse: Romans 12:2 Do not be conformed to this world, but be
transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove
what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God.
Lesson: Discipleship
Pastor remarks and intro of first principle
First Principle: Model
Character: Paul
Scripture Reference: 1 Corinthians 11:1 Imitate me,
just as I also imitate Christ.
Question: What are some areas
of life where we naturally influence the mind set and behavior of others by
what we do?
Follow Up Question: What are some ways leadership
can be expressed through our daily lives?
Conclusion: Our spiritual DNA is
much like our biological DNA. We tend to imitate our spiritual mothers and
fathers. This is by God’s design. For this reason, we should pay close
attention to our words, our attitudes, and our actions because others follow
us.
Pastor remarks and intro of second
principle
Second Principle: Mentor
Character: Timothy
Scripture Reference: 2 Timothy 2:25-26 Gently instruct those who oppose the truth.
Perhaps God will change those people’s hearts, and they will learn the truth. Then they will come to
their senses and escape from the devil’s trap. For they have been held captive
by him to do whatever he wants.
Question: Can we always expect
others will listen to our well meant instructions?
Follow Up Question: What can we do to better position ourselves
to be heard?
Conclusion: It is important we
take the time to teach others and instruct them concerning God’s ways, especially
those who are headed down destructive paths. Our instructions should come from
a heart of humility realizing that we too are susceptible to sin. Often we must
build the bridge of relationship before we can successfully reach others with
heavy loads of instruction or correction. People care what you know when they
first know that you care.
Pastor remarks and intro of third principle
Third Principle: Multiply
Character:
Paul
Scripture
Reference: 2 Timothy 2:2 You have heard me teach things that have been confirmed by many reliable
witnesses. Now teach these truths to other trustworthy people who will be able
to pass them on to others.
Question: What is the
difference in being able and being faithful?
Follow Up Question: In what ways can a person’s
ability become a test to their faithfulness?
Conclusion: It is not only our
responsibility to lead others and teach others but also to make them fruitful
in their adventures of life. One of the original five commands of God was to be
fruitful and multiply. Fruit is a second generation expression of life.
Pastor closing remarks
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Connect Cards;
Offering and Prayer
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Memory Verse
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Pre-Praise &
Worship Prayer
will be hosted in the Sanctuary Studio. Worship will begin in just a few
minutes.
