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Main Text: Genesis 40, Genesis 41How can we remain consistent through the ups and downs in life?1. Stay in spiritual shape.2. Look for God at work.3. Focus on the good. (Philippians 4:8)

Genesis 37:2-36God has a dream and vision for your life.(Romans 8:29, Ephesians 2:10)Detours are the intended direction. 

Genesis 32:22-321. Don't run from loneliness.2. Wrestle until He responds. (Matthew 7:7-8, 2 Chronicles 16:93. Walk in your new identity in Christ. (2 Corinthians 5:17, 1 Peter 2:9)

John 12:12-19

Scriptures:Genesis 22:1-14, Hebrews 11:17-19, James 2:21-23, James 1:2-4Points:1. God’s ultimate provision is the cross.2. Your faith will be tested.“Abraham’s faith was weighed in the balance against common sense, affections, and ambitions.” - Derek Kidner

Scriptures:Genesis 12:1-4, Genesis 15:5-6, Galatians 3:5-9. Galatians 3:16"All nations are blessed through Abram’s offspring."Points:Believe God’s Promise.Walk in Obedience.

Scriptures:Genesis 11:1-9To know how it all started is to know who it is all about.Are we operating within in stewardship, or ownership?3 responses we must have from the Tower of Babel:1. Root our pride and return to humility.2. Realize that God sees you and knows you.3. Rest in God’s promise to care for you.

Scriptures:Genesis 6:5-14, Romans 3:10-12, Psalm 139:23-24, Genesis 6:22, Hebrews 11:7Points:1. Man’s Sinfulness2. God’s Judgement3. Noah’s Faithfulness“God’s wrath is not a cranky explosion but His settles opposition to the cancer.” - Becky Pippert

Scriptures:Genesis 3:7-24, Romans 8:20-21, Romans 5:12Consequences of the Fall:1. Spiritual warfare2. Pain in childbirth3. Relational conflict4. Death and decay5. Separation from God3 Glimmers of God’s Grace:1. Pursuit2. Promise3. Protection

Scriptures:Genesis 3:1-7, 2 Corinthians 2:11, Psalm 103:5, Romans 8:32, 1 Corinthians 10:13, Proverbs 3:5-6, Titus 2:11-12What the enemy does:1. Cast doubt on God’s Word.2. Call God’s goodness into question.3. Convince you nothing will happen.4. Coax you into believing you know what’s good for you. 

Scriptures:Genesis 2:15-18, Genesis 2:7, Genesis 2:23-25, Hebrews 13:4Points:1. Every person bears the image of God. Imago Dei.2. Every person has a mission.3. Every person was made for companionship.4. Every person should honor marriage.

Scriptures:Genesis 1:1, Genesis 1:31-2:1, Colossians 1:16, 2 Corinthians 3:16, Deuteronomy 29:29Points:Genesis is a historical and theological book written by Moses to the Israelites.Genesis helps us understand the Bible, our identity and purpose, and the world around us.1. God is attentive to His creation.2. God has a design for His creation.3. God delights in His creation.

Scriptures:Genesis 1:1, Hebrews 11:3, Colossians 1:16-17, Romans 1:20Points:1. God is in Control2. God makes Himself known3. God has a Plan

Scriptures:Psalm 1:1-6, Psalm 1:2, Hebrews 4:12, James 1:22-24Points:"The law of the Lord is the written Word of God that reveals who He is and how we should live in a relationship with Him.""To delight in the law of the Lord means you find joy and pleasure in reading, studying, and applying God’s word."1. Consumption2. Obedience3. Discipline"Discipline complements desire."

Scriptures:Psalm 1:1-6, Matthew 7:13-14, 1 John 2:15-16, 1 Timothy 6:10, 2 Corinthians 10:5, 1 Corinthians 15:33The Way of the Wicked:1. Naturalism - rejects faith2. Relativism -  there is no absolute truth3. Materialism - needing material items for joy4. Hedonism - the pursuit of pleasure is the highest aimHow to Guard Against the Way of the Wicked:1. Drink with a filter.2. Guard who influences you.3. Walk the right path.

Scriptures:Psalm 1:1-6, James 4:8, John 15:16, 1 Corinthians 3:13-15, Hebrews 12:1-2, Psalm 92:12-15, Ezekiel 47:122 Words for Blessed in Hebrew:BaruchAshrayPoints:1. Position2. Productivity3. Perseverance

Scriptures:Revelation 21:4, Romans 8:10, Romans 8:22-25, Revelation 20:12, 1 John 5:11-13, Ephesians 5:1-2Points:We will live in a new place.We will live in a new way.We will be judged according to what we have done with our lives.Judgement will happen for all people.If you know Jesus, you join the new heaven and new earth.The ABC's:A-AlwaysB-BeC-Christ like+A-AdmitB-BelieveC-Confess

Scriptures:Colossians 3:15, Luke 2:14, Colossians 1:19-21, Psalm 3:3, Romans 12:17-18Points:1. Peace with God2. Inner Peace3. Peace with Others

Scriptures:Matthew 5:9, Luke 2:14, Isaiah 2:4, James 3:16, Proverbs 25:15Points1. Peace will reign when sin is gone2. Bring peace into your worldTraits of a Peacemaker1. Determined2. Humble3. Rooted4. Gracious“Peace with God leads us to make peace like God.” - Tim Challies

Scriptures:Luke 2:14, Isaiah 9:6-7, Philippians 4:6-7, Psalm 103:2, Psalm 4:8 Ecclesiastes 1:18Points:1. Repent2. Pray3. Give Thanks4. Slow Down5. Reduce the Noise

Scriptures: Luke 2:14, Roman 5:1, Numbers 6:24-26, Colossians 1:21, Romans 5:2 Points:1. What prevents me from having peace of with God?2. How can I have peace with God? - Substitutionary Atonement3. How can I experience peace with God?

Scriptures:John 21:4-19, 1 Corinthians 11:27-28Points:1. Restoration2. Recommissioning

Scriptures:John 20:31, John 19:33-38aPoints:1. A kingdom that can’t be stopped2. A truth that can’t be ignored3. A question that can’t be dodged

Scriptures:John 11:1-7, John 11:17-27, Psalm 34:18, 1 Thessalonians 4:13Points:1. His Presence2. A Promise3. Perspective

Scriptures:John 9:1-12, John 9:25, John 9:34-41, Psalm 27:10, 2 Corinthians 5:17Points:1. His compassion is unending.2. His power is overwhelming.3. His glory is revealing.

Scriptures:John 5:1-18, John 5:40Points:This miracle and conversation confirm some basic thoughts about miracles and therefore about God:1. This miracle confirms a basic definition of miracles.2. This miracle confirms a basic question about miracles.3. This miracle confirms a basic conclusion about miracles.Cont.- God is confirming who He is.- God is chasing us.- God is confronting spiritual issues as He cures physical issues.

Scriptures:John 4:4-24, John 4:25-26, Jeremiah 2:13, John 1:18Points:1. We have a spiritual thirst that can only be quenched by Jesus.2. Before Jesus pours out living water, He has to prepare the vessel.3. Worship flows from a relationship with Jesus.

Scriptures:John 1:43-51, Psalm 34:8, Hebrews 11:6Points:1. Jesus exceeds our expectations.2. Jesus knows you.3. Through Jesus, we experience God’s power and goodness.

Scriptures:Ephesians 4:11-13, 2 Timothy 2:2, 2 Corinthians 12:4-7Points:1. We must be contributors and not just consumers.2. We are equipped for ministry.3. We mature as we do ministry.

Scriptures:Ephesians 2:8-9, 2 Corinthians 3:18, 1 Timothy 4:7-8, 1 Thessalonians 5:14-15Points:Biblically rooted believer:- How is God’s Word shaping your beliefs and behavior?Deeply Connected Friend:- How are you pursuing meaningful friendships within the body of Christ?Missions Minded Servant:- How are you serving others and sharing the gospel?Faithful Disciple Maker:- How are you intentionally leading others to grow in Christ?Quote:“Spiritual disciplines are practices found in Scripture that promote spiritual growth among believers.” - Donald Whitney

Scriptures:Luke 14:25-26, Luke 14:27-33Points:1. Being fully devoted demands allegiance2. Being fully devoted involves suffering3. Being fully devoted requires sacrifice

Scriptures:Ephesians 6:10-18. Hebrews 4:16, Romans 8:26-27, Colossians 4:12Quote:“Prayer is a wartime walkie-talkie. It is not a domestic intercom to ring up the butler to bring another comfort to the den. Instead, prayer is a call to the General for cover fire while we go to the city.” - John PiperPoints:1. Pray with all kinds of prayers and requests.2. Pray at all times.3. Pray in the Spirit.4. Pray for fellow soldiers.

Scriptures:Ephesians 6:10-18, 2 Peter 1:20-21, 2 Timothy 3:16, Psalm 29:7, 1 Corinthians 11:27-28Fighter Verses:Psalm 46:1-2, Revelation 12:11, Galatians 2:20, Psalm 27:13, Colossians 2:15Points:1. Raise you shield of faith when the devil’s flaming arrows are raining down on you.2. Strike the enemy with the sword of the Spirit.

Scriptures:Ephesians 6:10-18, Ephesians 3:1-3, Colossians 3:16, John 5:39-47, Proverbs 4:23, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Psalm 25:21Points:1. The belt of truth enables you to remain agile.2. The breastplate of righteousness safeguards our heart.

Scripture:Ephesians 6:10-18, Romans 12:2, John 3:16, Colossians 1:21, Romans 5:1-2, 1 John 5:13, 2 Corinthians 5:17Quote:“Salvation is when God rescues you from sin and gives you eternal life through faith in Jesus.”Points:1. Knowing who you are in Christ and what you have in salvation protects your mind.2. Peace with God gives you stability in the minds of the battle.

Scripture:Ephesians 6:10-18, Revelation 12:7-9, Ephesians 6:13, Colossians 2:15, Revelation 12:12, James 4:7, 2 Corinthians 10:3-5“Beneath the surface, an unseen spiritual battle is raging” - John StottPoints:Spiritual warfare is real.1. The war has been won, but battles remain.2. Spiritual battles require spiritual weapons.

Scripture:Luke 18:9-14, Romans 3:21-24, Romans 12:3, Isaiah 66:2“Being humble begins with understanding who you are in light of who God is.”Points:1. Reverence2. Repentance3. Respect

Scripture:Luke 15:11-32, Romans 3:23, Romans 10:13, 2 Corinthians 5:17Parable: a Fictitious but realistic story that communicates a spiritual truth.Points:1. The lost son. A. Admit you’re a sinner, lost in need of a savior.B. Believe in Jesus.C. Commit to live as a follower of Jesus.2. The older son.What is our relationship like with God the Father?

Scripture:Luke 10:25-37, Luke 6:35-36Points:1. Mercy overcomes boundariesI can show mercy to ____2. Mercy requires actionI can show mercy by ____Quotes:“I obey Christ when I act mercifully to outsiders”“Mercy is seeing a need and doing something about it.”

1. Jesus has power over demonic forces2. Jesus went to great lengths to reach an outsiderReminders:1. Know and obey God’s word2. Deny yourself3. Surround yourself with godly people4. Focus on grace