Three:16 Church Podcast

Part two of "The Future Starts Now"

This episode is a reading from a resource by Axis ministries called " A Parents Guide to New Year's Resolutions ". You can read the PDF by clicking HERE .

Day 26 Scripture Meditation: Isaiah 9:6-7 For to us a child is born,     to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder,     and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God,     Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Of the increase of his government and of peace     there will be no end, on the throne of David and over his kingdom,     to establish it and to uphold...

Day 25 Scripture Meditation: “Do not repay evil with evil or insult with insult. On the contrary, repay evil with blessing, because to this you were called so that you may inherit a blessing. For, “Whoever would love life and see good days must keep their tongue from evil and their lips from deceitful speech. They must turn from evil and do good; they must seek peace and pursue it. For the eyes of...

Day 24 Scripture Meditation: Luke 2:8-14 “And in the same region there were shepherds out in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. 9 And an angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were filled with great fear. 10 And the angel said to them, “Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. 11 Fo...

Day 23 Scripture Meditation: Isaiah 41:10 “So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” Action Steps: Sometime today, or as soon as you’re able, ask your family some of these questions.  What are the biggest causes of anxiety that you’ve seen?  What do you think Jesus meant in John 14:...

This episode is a reading from a resource by Axis ministries called " A Parents Guide to Depression & Anxiety ". You can read the PDF by clicking HERE . Discussion Questions: Have you or has anyone you know ever struggled with depression? Anxiety? What did you or they do to deal with it? How do your friends talk about mental health issues? Do you have someone besides me that you can...

Day 19 Scripture Meditation: Ephesians 5:1-2 “Follow God’s example, therefore, as dearly loved children and walk in the way of love, just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God.” Action Steps: Sometime today, or as soon as you’re able, ask your family one of these questions.  How does gratitude for God’s love help us love others?  When have you ex...

Day 18 Scripture Meditation: Psalm 139 Action Steps: Sometime today, or as soon as you’re able, ask your family one of these questions.  What does it mean to take care of ourselves?  Does taking care of ourselves seem selfish to you? Why or why not? How does valuing ourselves help us value others?

Day 17 Scripture Meditation: Hebrews 12:1-2 “Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight, and sin which clings so closely, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking to Jesus, the founder and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is seated at...

Day 16 Scripture Meditation: Matthew 16:24-26 “Then Jesus told his disciples, “If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me. For whoever would save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for my sake will find it. For what will it profit a man if he gains the whole world and forfeits his soul? Or what shall a man give in return for his soul?” Ac...

This episode is a reading from a resource by Axis ministries called "A Parents Guide to The 12 Days Of Christmas ". You can read the PDF by clicking HERE . Discussion Questions: Do you like celebrating Christmas? Why or why not? • If you could change how we celebrate, what would you change? • What does the birth of Jesus represent or signify to you? • Does it feel wrong or indulgent to c...

Day 12 Scripture Meditation: John 10:7-10 “So Jesus again said to them, “Truly, truly, I say to you, I am the door of the sheep. All who came before me are thieves and robbers, but the sheep did not listen to them. I am the door. If anyone enters by me, he will be saved and will go in and out and find pasture. The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life and h...

Day 11 Scripture Meditation: Philippians 4:11-13 11 “Not that I am speaking of being in need, for I have learned in whatever situation I am to be content. 12 I know how to be brought low, and I know how to abound. In any and every circumstance, I have learned the secret of facing plenty and hunger, abundance and need. 13 I can do all things through him who strengthens me.” Action Steps: " We...

Day 10 12/8/20 Scripture Meditation: 1 Thessalonians 5:18 “Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” Action Steps: Start planning Sunday’s gratitude experience: Ask your kids what their favorite desserts are. Buy the ingredients sometime before Sunday. If any of the desserts are more involved, do what prep work you can ahead of time (i.e. if the dough...

Day 9 Scripture Meditation:  Psalm 22:25-26 Psalm 90:13-14 Psalm 91:14-16 Psalm 103:2-5 Action Steps: Sometime today, or as soon as you’re able, ask your family one or all of these questions.  Do you ever feel happy or content? Why or why not? Have you ever gotten something you really wanted and felt disappointed? Why do you think that is? What is happiness? Is it different from joy? How so? What...

This episode is a reading from a resource by Axis ministries called " A Parents Guide to Sabbath Rest ". You can read the PDF by clicking HERE .

Day 5 Scripture Meditation: “For in this hope we were saved. But hope that is seen is no hope at all. Who hopes for what they already have? But if we hope for what we do not yet have, we wait for it patiently.” // Romans 8:24-25   Action Steps: Sometime today, or as soon as you’re able, ask your family one of these questions.  What could we do as a family to develop our capacity to be patient? Do...

Day 4 Scripture Meditation: Matthew 11:28-30 “Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.” Action Steps: Sometime today, or as soon as you’re able, ask your family one of these questions.  Have you ever wanted...