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Big Idea: God’s greater story redeems unlikely people through the scarlet thread of Christ’s blood. Joshua 2:1-24; 6:22-25 Romans 10:17 Exodus 12:13 1 Peter 1:18-19 James 2:23-25

Big Idea: We need the courage of the Lord to step into new places, trusting His presence and His Word to guide us into His greater story. Joshua 1:1-9 Genesis 12:1 Numbers 13:28, 31-32 John 1:14 Matthew 28:20

Big Idea: God’s Word teaches us that worshiping Him through practices like giving, praying, and fasting is not for the sake of being seen by others, but to deepen our relationship with Him and draw us closer to His true nature. Matthew 6:1-18

King Herod’s anger at the wise men led to the slaughter of innocent children in Bethlehem. But the prophecy of Jeremiah reminds us that Jesus is the one who can provide hope and salvation in our darkest moments. Matthew 2:11-18

Big Idea: Even in suffering and waiting, God's plan is at work—just as He protected Jesus through the flight to Egypt, fulfilling His promises and revealing His faithfulness. Luke 7:18-23 Matthew 2:13-15 John 7:18-23 Isaiah 51:14 Romans 5:3-5 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 Psalm 40:1-3

Big Idea: The Christmas season is not just a time of celebration, but also a time of deep reflection on how we are seeking God, how we are worshiping Him with reverence, and how we are offering our lives as a living sacrifice to Him. Matthew 2:1-11 Micah 5:2-5

Big Idea: God calls us into the unknown to trust Him, and with Jesus, the unknown becomes an opportunity to make Him known. Matthew 1:18-25 Isaiah 7:9-17 Philippians 2:6-8

Main Point: Thankfulness is not an occasional act but a lifestyle of intentional and spontaneous appreciation that leads us into the presence of God, empowers us to be grateful in all circumstances. Luke 17:11-191 Thessalonians 5:16-18

We are called to make prayer the foundation of our lives, seeking a close, loving relationship with God. James 5:13-20 Isaiah 59:2; Romans 3:101 Timothy 2:5; Romans 8:34

Big Idea: Faith rooted in Christ’s strength can transform everyday moments, even the most painful ones, into mighty acts of patience and hope. James 5:7-12 Genesis 12:1 Hebrews 6:15 Hebrews 12:2

TRUTH: Real faith seeks God's guidance and submits plans to His will. PROBLEM: We fall into the illusion of control, relying on ourselves instead of trusting God. GOSPEL: Jesus perfectly submitted to the Father's will and freed us from self-reliance. RESPONSE: Live with eternal priorities and boast only in Christ. James 4:13-17 James 5:1-6 John 6:14-15 Luke 22:42 Galatians 6:14

TRUTH: Our sinful actions reveal an internal problem. PROBLEM: The depth of our sin is great, and its roots run deep. GOSPEL: God's grace is greater than our greatest sin. RESPONSE: Humble yourself before God’s grace and be cleansed from deep within. James 4:1-12 James 1:22 Hosea 4:12 John 21:15-17

TRUTH: We are called to proclaim God’s goodness through the church. PROBLEM: We fail to proclaim because we see church as something we just attend. GOSPEL: Jesus didn’t just add us to the church—He created a place where we truly belong. RESPONSE: Embracing our belonging in the church leads to proclaiming. 1 Peter 2:9-10 Deuteronomy 7:6 Ephesians 2:19

TRUTH: God and The Bible are timeless, eternal, and true. PROBLEM: We all struggle to believe at times. GOSPEL: The Holy Spirit teaches us about truth through the Bible. RESPONSE: We can put our hope and trust in something bigger than ourselves. Matthew 7:24-292 Timothy 3:14-17

TRUTH: Godly wisdom is rooted in humility, producing gentleness. PROBLEM: Earthly wisdom leads to conflict, selfish ambition, and disorder. GOSPEL: Jesus is the source of wisdom, embodying humility and producing gentleness. RESPONSE: Practice Godly wisdom by letting go of self-centered ambition and embracing Jesus and His humility. James 3:13-18 Proverbs 9:101 Corinthians 1:30

Words have the power to describe. James 3:1 James 3:2 James 1:26 Luke 6:45 Your words are the primary indicator of your heart! Words have the power to direct. James 3:3-5a Words have the power to destroy. Proverbs 26:20-21 Romans 14:19 James 3:7-8 Words have the power to delight. James 3:9-12Proverbs 18:21

Big Idea: True religion is a faith accompanied by good works. James 2:14-26 Galatians 5:6 Matthew 7:17-20 Romans 3:28 Joshua 2:9-11

Big Idea: True religion is a faith that shapes how we treat one another with compassion and mercy. James 1:19-27 James 2:1-13 Luke 4:18-19 Galatians 2:20

Big Idea: True religion is a faith that finds its true identity and significance in Christ. James 1:9-18 Matthew 5:5 Philippians 2:13

Big Idea: True religion is faith mature enough to work even during troubles. James 1:22James 1:1-81 Peter 1:6-7James 1:18

Big Idea: We need to think multiplication because it is how God thinks. Revelation 7:9-12 Genesis 1:28, 8:17 Psalm 22:27 Acts 2:41, 6:7, 9:31 Matthew 16:242 Corinthians 3:18 Ephesians 3:20-21

Big Idea: God empowers us for His mission through our lives. Acts 1:4-8; Ephesians 2:10; Luke 24:45-49; 1 Timothy 4:8-10

Big Idea: Jesus sends us to engage the entire community with the gospel, bringing light to the darkest places. Ac. 18:1-17; Rm. 1:16; Mt. 16:18; Jn. 1:14

Big Idea: Oneness with Jesus leads to sentness by Jesus. Mt. 16:13-19; Jn. 20:21; Lk. 4:42; Jn. 17:21; Mt. 11:28-30; Jn. 6:38-40

Big Idea: The true rest we long for is found in the gospel of Jesus Christ, not in our attempts to defeat our enemies. Est. 7:1-10; Est. 9:20-23; Rom. 12:17-21; Eph. 2:14-16; 2 Cor. 5:18-20