The Faithfulness of Jesus
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Matthew 24:10-14
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Matthew 24:44-46
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Matthew 25:21
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The Persistence of Jesus
Jesus’ persistent love goes beyond feelings, temptations, and preferences. It is an unselfish investment and leads to redemption. You can have an abundant life because Jesus was completely faithful on his mission. Why and when does God want us to be persistent? How do you persevere in prayer? How do you overcome the temptation to give up?
The Confidence of Jesus
Jesus empowers you to both endure and rise above your challenges. Seeking God leads to a growing confidence in God. The goodness of the Lord is the only real reason we have both a daily and a long-term confidence. How does confidence in God help you during the week? What is the difference between confidence in yourself and confidence in God? What are some of the victories of Jesus that inspire you?
The Generosity of Jesus
In what ways is Jesus generous? How does this help you over come being stingy? What would it look like for you to radically give to people because you love them so much? Giving in the Bible is proportional, sacrificial, joyful, and faithful. When you realize that everything you have actually belongs to God and is from God, you will be freed up to be an instrument of generosity and provision in your relationships. Generosity is a form of worship that honors God.
The Humility of Jesus
What is humility? How humble are you? What difference does it make to follow and trust Jesus? Jesus leads His followers on a path of deep and consistent humility. Your humility will always stand out in a world of strife. Your humility is the fruit of learning how to embrace the strength of the Lord. Your humility leads people to Jesus and His peace.
The Kindness of Jesus
As we live in an unprecedented time, and in the middle of the Christmas season, it is important that we show the kindness of Jesus in practical ways. When we first experience the kindness of Jesus in our life, we can live it out to those around us. In our family, neighborhood, and community giving and receiving kindness from one another is something we all need to participate in each day.
The Patience of Jesus
Real patience includes trust in God, persevering, and letting him transform your life. God is patient with us and is committed to helping us become more like Jesus. Patience is an expression of love. How can you be more patient with other people? When has God been patient with you? What are the consequences of being impatient?
Stepping out of Despair
How do you respond when you reach a low point in life? Where do you find hope? How do you move forward by faith? Joseph was missed treated by his family, sold into slavery, thrown into prison even though he was innocent, and yet continue to abide with God. His story includes trusting God, serving other people, courageously bringing the truth, and forgiving and saving the ones who hurt him.
Crushed Dreams
What does it feel like to have your dreams crushed? How do you recover in life when your hopes are dashed? What does it look like to trust God and his guidance during times of devastation? Joseph has some very unhealthy relationships with his siblings. There is rivalry, competition, envy, and injustice. God gives Joseph a dream and one day he will serve the people who have mistreated him. Joseph’s story points us to Jesus who is faithful and kind even when he is murdered.
Wrestling with God
What does it mean to wrestle with God? When is it good to wrestle with God? Why are you wrestling with God? In a relationship with God, there will be defining moments. Your relationship with God affects every relationship you have. Jacob was sly, Manipulative, and cunning. This pattern affected all of his relationships until eventually he wrestled with God. A deep encounter with God is transformative and gives us a new direction and depth in our lives.
What is God's Plan?
What does it look like to listen to God and trust His direction during the day? We need God’s clarity, God’s courage, and God’s process. Are you teachable in these three areas? Deciding a career, where to live, who to marry, choosing friends, and when to pray are all significant decisions. Many people forge their own path based on feelings and ignore God’s Word and voice. God sees the entire story and wants to guide us with love.