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Our Prayer For You
I keep asking that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father,
may give you the Spirit of wisdom and revelation, so that you may know
him better. I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order
that you may know the hope to which he has called you, the riches of his
glorious inheritance in his holy people.
Ephesians 1:17-18 NIV
I ask the God of our Master, Jesus Christ, the God of gloryto make
you intelligent and discerning in knowing him personally, your eyes
focused and clear, so that you can see exactly what it is he is calling you
to do, grasp the immensity of this glorious way of life he has for his
followers.
Ephesians 1:17-18 Message
Discussion
If you had 1 Billion Dollars what would you spend it on?
Is there anything money has prevented you from doing or trying?
Is there a problem in the world you would try to solve?
Your Spiritual Journey
Consists Of Four Steps
1. ___________________________________
2. ___________________________________
3. ___________________________________
[I pray]that you may know the hope to which he has called you.
Ephesians 1:17-18
4. ___________________________________
This is to my Fathers glory, that you bear much fruit, showing yourselves
to be my disciples. I have told you this so that my joy may be in you and
that your joy may be complete. John 15:8, 11
Know God
God desires an intimate relationship with you.
Sin breaks our close relationship with God. It causes us to fear God and
try to live our lives outside of His will.
The wages of sin is death, BUT the gift of God is eternal life through
Jesus Christ our Lord. Romans 6:23
But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still
sinners, Christ died for us. Romans 5:8
God is on one side and all people are on the other side, and Christ
Jesus is between them to bring them together, by giving His life for all
mankind.
1 Timothy 2:5-6 TLB
God has already done His part to restore our relationship to Him. He
took the initiative. Now He waits for each of us to individually accept
what He has done for us.
Continued Discussion
We talked about what you would spend 1 Billion dollars on and why.
God chose to spend His one and only Son on you. Why do you think
He did that?
If you were God, would you do the same for someone like you? What
about some of the people you know?
How To Become A
Christian
1. ______________ that Jesus died to pay for your sins and that He rose from
the dead and is alive today.
If you openly declare that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God
raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For it is by believingin your heart
that you are made right with God, and it is by openly declaring your faith that
you are saved. Romans 10:9-10 NLT
2. ___________ the forgiveness of sins, a purpose, and a plan for your life.
But to all who believed him and accepted him, he gave the right to become
children of God. They are reborn-not with physical birth resulting from human
passion or plan, but a birth that comes from God. John 1:12-13 NLT
That is what the Scriptures mean when they say. No eye has seen, no ear has
heard, and no mind has imagined what God has prepared for those who love
Him. 1 Corinthians 2:9 NLT
Dont copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform
you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will learn to
know Gods will for you, which is good and pleasing and perfect.
Romans 12:2 NLT
4. _____________ to an eternity with God. Your last breath on Earth will be
your first breath in Heaven.
But we are citizens of Heaven, where the Lord Jesus Christ lives. And we are
eagerly waiting for Him to return as our Savior. He will take our weak mortal
bodies and change them into glorious bodies like His own, using the same
power with which He will bring everything under His control. Philippians
3:20-21 NLT
Everyone who calls on thename of the Lord will be saved. Romans 10:13
How To Have A Genuine
Relationship With God
Gods desire is for us to live in relationship with Him. Christianity is not about
religion, it is about relationship; where we learn to receive Gods love, love
Him back, and love others.
And this is the way to have eternal life-to know You, the only true God, and
Jesus Christ, the one You sent to Earth. John 17:3 NLT
And you must love the Lord your God with all your heart, all your soul, all
your mind, and all your strength. The second is equally important: Love your
neighbor as yourself. No other commandment is greater than these.
Mark 12:30-31 NLT
Discussion
Who is Jesus to you? Why do you say that?
What have you seen Him do in your life?
When you seek Him, what is it that motivates you?
Devotional Time
Time in our day devoted to spending time with God is called devotional time.
This is where we connect to God and engage with Him in conversation.
All Scripture is inspired by God and is useful to teach us what is true and to
make us realize what is wrong in our lives. It corrects us when we are wrong
and teaches us to do what is right.
2 Timothy 3:16 NLT
Dont worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what
you need, and thank Him for all He has done. Then you will experience Gods
peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your
hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus
Philippians 4:6-7 NLT
3. Worship: Lifting God up in our lives.
Everything we do should glorify God and be an act of worship, but in our time
devoted to God it is great to be able to give praise to the God of the
universe.
Sing to the Lord, all the Earth; proclaim His salvation day after day. Declare
His glory among the nations, His marvelous deeds among all peoples.
1 Chronicles 16:23-24 NLT
The next morning, Jacob got up very early. He took the stone he had rested
his head against, and he set it upright as a memorial pillar. Then he poured
olive oil over it.
Genesis 28:18 NLT
Activity
Take some time now to devote to God. Read John 2:1-12 and make a note of
any part that stands out to you. Then write down what you think the verse
means and how it applies to you. Then take some time to pray to Him and
even write that down as well. This method of devotional time is called SOAP,
here is an example:
Take some time afterwards to share your devotional with those in your group.
Water Baptism
We practice baptism by immersion in water, which is the way Jesus was
baptized and the way the Bible describes. Baptism represents your old self
being buried in a water grave as it dies, then your new self being born
again as you come up out of the water.
At that time Jesus came from Nazareth in Galilee and was baptized by John
in the Jordan. Just as Jesus was coming up out of the water,
he saw heaven being torn open and the Spirit descending on him like a
dove. Mark 1:9-10
Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name
of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Matthew 28:19
Discussion
Have you ever been baptized before?
If yes, what was your experience like?
If no, what holds you back from doing so?
Next Steps
KNOW GOD
Water baptism is the example Jesus set, and we follow this example to
publicly share our new life in Him.
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Our Prayer For You
Let us think of ways to motivate one another to acts of love and good
works. And let us not neglect our meeting together, as some people do,
but encourage one another, especially now that the day of His return is
drawing near. Hebrews 10:24-25
So Christ has truly set us free. Now make sure that you stay free, and
dont get tied up again in slavery to the law. Galatians 5:1
Activity
Puzzle competition! As a group, complete your puzzle before any of the
other groups in order to win.
Your Spiritual Journey
Consists Of Four Steps
1. ___________________________________
2. ___________________________________
3. ___________________________________
[I pray]that you may know the hope to which he has called you.
Ephesians 1:17-18
4. ___________________________________
This is to my Fathers glory, that you bear much fruit, showing yourselves
to be my disciples. I have told you this so that my joy may be in you and
that your joy may be complete. John 15:8, 11
Find Freedom
Freedom is found in Gods family.
Confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may
be healed. The earnest prayer of a righteous person has great power and
produces wonderful results. James 5:16
God brings people and communities into our lives to help us move
forward to fulfilling Gods purpose and plan. The Church is His family, His
body, and the bride of Christ, and it is where we find ourselves most at
home until we get to Heaven.
Discussion
Who in your life do you trust the most? Why?
What do you think makes a person trustworthy?
Do you feel like you have been entrusted with the deepest part of
someone else?
Vision of Inspire Church
Inspire Church exists to Inspire people to fulfill their
God-given potential. So no matter where a person might be in
their life, we help them take that next step towards knowing God and
fulfilling the purpose, plans, and destiny that God has placed on their
lives.
Our Church focuses on seven core values:
1. ___________________________________
A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so
you must love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my
disciples, if you love one another. John 13:34-35 NIV
2. ___________________________________
In the same way, you younger men must accept the authority of the
elders. And all of you, serve each other in humility, for God opposes the
proud but favors the humble 1 Peter 5:5 NLT
4. ___________________________________
We believe that we are called to serve Him and to serve each other.
Just as the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to
give His life as a random for many. Matthew 20:28 NIV
5. ____________________________________
Sell your possessions and give to the poor. Provide purses for
yourselves that will not wear out, a treasure in heaven that will never fail,
where no thief comes near and no moth destroys. Luke 12:33 NIV
6. _____________________________________
How good and pleasant it is when Gods people live together in unity! It
is like precious oil poured on the head, running down on Aarons beard,
down on the collar of his robe. It is as if the dew of Hermon were falling
on Mount Zion. For there the Lord bestows His blessing, even life
forevermore. Psalms 133:1-3 NIV
7. _______________________________________
We believe that we are to honor those above us, below us, and all
around us.
Love each other with genuine affection, and take delight in honoring
each other. Romans 12:10
Dear brothers and sisters, honor those who are your leaders in the
Lords work. They work hard among you and give you spiritual
guidance. 1 Thessalonians 5:12
Discussion
Which of these values do you feel you need to work on?
Do you see God working in your life to help you?
Our Denomination
Inspire Church is a member of a denomination known as the
International Church of the Foursquare Gospel (ICEG). The Foursquare
Gospel is by no means a new or modern gospel. It is the same gospel
proclaimed in the early church. Foursquare is simply a name applied to
help describe the four most important aspects of the gospel taught in
the New Testament. These four aspects of the gospel describe Jesus as:
1. The Savior
Jesus Christ is the only hope of Humanity. Jesus loved us and died to
save us from the penalty of our sin and rebellion. The salvation He brings
begins with a persons decision to put faith in Him.
3. The Healer
Jesus draws us to Himself in love and then touches us with healing
power. He perpetuates that healing power by promising that signs and
wonders would follow His followers as they went out to minister (Mark
16:17-18)
4. The Soon-Coming King
Jesus ascended into Heaven, the angels declared that He would return
to take His Church to live with Him forever (Acts 1:10-11). This is the great
hope of those who believe in Jesus as their Savior.
Church Finances
A tithe of everything...belongs to the Lord; it is holy to the Lord.
Leviticus 27:30
On the first day of every week, each one of you should set aside a sum
of money in keeping with your income, saving it up, so that when I come
no collections will have to be made.
1 Corinthians 16:2
1. Tithes
2. Offering
At Inspire Church, we practice tithing for the support of Christs Body, the
church, as God commands. We recognize that giving 10% of our income
is the Biblical standard for giving. Many people love to give to God but
need to have confidence in the methods and purposes used by
organizations to which they give. Therefore, there are a great number of
people willing to give if they are able to see honesty, integrity and
genuine spiritual values reflected in the lifestyles of their church leaders.
Discussion
What are some of your struggles with tithing?
Do you feel it is too difficult to tithe? That you cant afford it?
Do you feel that the church has taken advantage of people?
Connect Groups
Here at Inspire Church, we believe that the Church should be growing,
but still feels like a family. Joining a connect group allows you to form
life-long friendships with those in your church family and connect on a
deeper level than you would during a Sunday service.
We know what real love is because Jesus gave up His life for us. So we
also ought to give up our lives for our brothers and sisters.
1 John 3:16
Next Steps
FIND FREEDOM
Dont just enjoy your new found relationship in Jesus alone. Share it with
someone and together have the wonderful adventure of knowing Him.
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Our Hope For You
God created you for a specific purpose. Today, we will help you discover
how your design helps reveal a path to fulfilling the purpose for which
God created you.
Activity
Color walls. Around the room you will see different colors there. Pick the
color that you feel best represents you and stand near that color. Try to
think of why you chose that particular color.
Your Spiritual Journey
Consists Of Four Steps
1. ___________________________________
2. ___________________________________
3. ___________________________________
[I pray]that you may know the hope to which he has called you.
Ephesians 1:17-18
4. ___________________________________
This is to my Fathers glory, that you bear much fruit, showing yourselves
to be my disciples. I have told you this so that my joy may be in you and
that your joy may be complete. John 15:8, 11
John 15:8, 11
Discover Purpose
God created everyone uniquely and with a purpose.
For I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord. They are plans for
good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope.
Jeremiah 29:11 NLT
You can make many plans, but the Lords purpose will prevail.
Proverbs 19:21 NLT
But I have spared you for a purpose to show you my power and to
spread my fame throughout the Earth.
Exodus 9:16
God has given us each a purpose and a plan for our lives. Our job is to
seek God in order to find out what that purpose is and to do our best to
live it out.
Discussion
If you had only 24 hours left to live, what would you do?
If money was limitless and travel was instant who would you spend
time with and what would you do?
Gods Purpose For Your
Life
1. We were created to ___________________________________________
I will say to the north and south, Bring my sons and daughters back to
Israel from the distant corners of the Earth. Bring all who claim Me as
their God, for I have made them for My glory. It is I who created them.
Isaiah 43:6-7 NLT
I am praying not only for these disciples but also for all who will ever
believe in Me through their message. I pray that they will all be one, just
as you and I are one as you are in Me, Father, and I am in you. And may
they be in us so that the world will believe You sent me.
John 17: 20-21 NLT
Continued Discussion
What do you think God would want you to do if you only had 24 hours
left to live?
What would it take to do that today?
Lion
This personality likes to lead. The lion is good at making decisions and is
very goal-oriented. They enjoy challenges, difficult assignments, and
opportunity for advancement. Because lions are thinking of the goal,
they can step on people to reach it. Lions can be very aggressive and
competitive. Lions must learn not to be too bossy or to take charge in
others affairs.
Otter
Otters are very social creatures. Otter personalities love people. They
enjoy being popular and influencing and motivating others. Otters can
sometimes be hurt when people do not like them. Otter personalities
usually have lots of friends, but not deep relationships. They love to
goof-off. (They are notorious for messy rooms.) Otters like to hurry and
finish jobs. (Jobs are not often done well.) The otter personality is like
Tigger in Winnie the Pooh.
Golden Retriever
Good at making friends. Very loyal. Retriever personalities do not like big
changes. They look for security. Can be very sensitive. Very caring. Has
deep relationships, but usually only a couple of close friends. Wants to
be loved by everyone. Looks for appreciation. Works best in a limited
situation with a steady work pattern.
Beaver
Organized. Beavers think that there is a right way to do everything and
they want to do it exactly that way. Beaver personalities are very creative.
They desire to solve everything. Desire to take their time and do it right.
Beavers do not like sudden changed. They need reassurance.
Discussion
Which personality type matches you the most?
What are some experiences that lead you to believe that personality
type matches you?
Living Purposefully
At Inspire Church, we believe that every person has their own unique
purpose and plan for their lives. However, there are some common
misconceptions about what it means to have a purpose and plan:
Whoever serves me must follow me; and where I am, my servant also
will be. My Father will honor the one who serves me. John 12:26 NIV
Discussion
What struggles do you have when it comes to living purposefully?
Do you believe that where you are today is part of your purpose? Why
or why not?
Next Steps
DISCOVER PURPOSE
Now that you know more about how God designed you, you can use
those gifts to start making a positive impact in your everyday life and
through Inspire Church. To find out more about serving opportunities at
Inspire Church, come to Growth Track Step Four.
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Our Hope For You
Our hope is to provide you with clear next steps to connect you with a
team where you can use the gifts God has given you to serve others and
make a difference.
Discussion
If you were given three requests to help change the world, what would
those be?
Your Spiritual Journey
Consists Of Four Steps
1. ___________________________________
2. ___________________________________
3. ___________________________________
[I pray]that you may know the hope to which he has called you.
Ephesians 1:17-18
4. ___________________________________
This is to my Fathers glory, that you bear much fruit, showing yourselves
to be my disciples. I have told you this so that my joy may be in you and
that your joy may be complete. John 15:8, 11
Make A Difference
God desires an intimate relationship with you.
The wages of sin is death, BUT the gift of God is eternal life through
Jesus Christ our Lord. Romans 6:23
But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still
sinners, Christ died for us. Romans 5:8
God is on one side and all people are on the other side, and Christ
Jesus is between them to bring them together, by giving His life for all
mankind. 1 Timothy 2:5-6 TLB
God has already done His part to restore our relationship to Him. He
took the initiative. Now He waits for each of us to individually accept
what He has done for us.
As a follower of Jesus, I make
a difference when I
1. ______________________ with ______________ people. People matter
to God, so they matter to us.
Welcome one another as Christ has welcomed you, for the glory of
God. Romans 15:7 ESV
I always pray with joy because of your partnership in the gospel from the
first day until now. Philippians 1:4-5
3. ______________________________ others.
We are a people of purpose, working together on purpose.
In the same way, I tell you, there is rejoicing in the presence of the
angels of God over one sinner who repents. Luke 15:10
To Begin Serving
1. Orientation
Approach our SERVANT CENTRAL table and get to know more about
your choice of ministry.
2. Application
3. Conversation
4. Serve
The same goes for those who want to be servants in the church: serious,
not deceitful, not too free with the bottle, not in it for what they can get
out of it. They must be reverent before the mystery of the faith, not using
their position to try to run things. Let them prove themselves first. If they
show they can do it, take them on. No exceptions are to be made for
women same qualifications: serious, dependable, not sharp-tongued,
not overfond of wine. Servants in the church are to be committed to their
spouses, attentive to their own children, and diligent in looking after their
own affairs.
Those who do this servant work will come to be highly respected, a real
credit to this Jesus-faith. 1 Timothy 3:8-13 The Message
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Next Steps
MAKE A DIFFERENCE
1. Upon completion of all four steps, a team leader from the team
orientation you attended at Step Four will follow up with you to take next
steps for serving on Team Inspire.
3. Come next Sunday with 3 new people with you in church! Invest and
invite your family and friends.