Posts with the tag “jam-patterson-sermon”

Questions to think about:How much of my pain and suffering is Jesus willing to take on himself?Have I accepted his offer and invited him to carry the weight I still carry from my sin?Sample Prayer:Dea...  Read More

Questions to think about:Why was this kind of suffering necessary?What feelings do I have toward Jesus and his suffering?Sample Prayer:Dear Father, thank you for giving everything for me. Jesus humble...  Read More

Questions to think about:What has God called me to that I’m tempted to walk away from?Am I willing today to purposefully set my focus and my determination towards obeying God’s will?Sample Prayer:Dear...  Read More

Questions to think about:Does God have a purpose for everyone before we are born?What is my one, overarching purpose while I am here on this earth?Sample Prayer:Dear Father, I know you made me, and yo...  Read More

Questions to think about:Do I have the same focus on my purpose as Jesus had on his earthly task?What is God’s business in my family, my workplace, and my social circles? Am I choosing to be involved ...  Read More

Questions to think about:What does it mean that Jesus was obedient to death?What would this level of obedience look like in my life?How do I respond when I’m tempted to act like I deserve more self-de...  Read More

Questions to think about:What does this verse reveal about God?Am I willing for God to work in me, trusting in his power, even when it seems like foolishness to those around me?Sample Prayer:Dear Fath...  Read More

Questions to think about:In what ways do habitual thoughts influence my beliefs?How do repeated thoughts relate to my battle against strongholds and lies in my mind?Sample Prayer:Dear Father, thank yo...  Read More

Questions to think about:Why is it important to remember that God (and not I) initiated my relationship with him?What purpose did God choose me for?Sample Prayer:Dear Father, thank you that you desire...  Read More

Questions to think about:What does it mean to have citizenship in heaven?How does a citizen of heaven live on earth?Sample Prayer:Dear Father, thank you for making me a citizen of heaven. Forgive me f...  Read More

Questions to think about:What makes me feel complete? What makes me feel empty?Where does my fullness really come from? What does that mean?Sample Prayer:Dear Father, thank you that you don’t leave me...  Read More

Questions to think about:What things do these verses say God has provided for believers?Do I believe that these blessings are really mine?Sample Prayer:Dear Father, you have made me holy and blameless...  Read More

Questions to think about:What do I need to be telling others about?How will I begin to do that this week?Sample Prayer:Dear Father, place in me a desire to not hide my light.  Help me to live in such ...  Read More

Questions to think about:Am I ever tempted to assume the worst, like the 10 doubting spies?What promises does God make in the Bible about the struggles I am facing? If I’m not sure, how can I find out...  Read More

Questions to think about:If my words produce fruit, what kind of fruit am I growing?What kind of fruit would I like to be producing in my life? How can I change my words to start making that happen?Sa...  Read More

Questions to think about:What types of investments am I making with my words and actions?What role does the Spirit play in this process? Am I relying on him?Sample Prayer:Dear Father, help me to see t...  Read More

Questions to think about:What challenges in my life do I feel are beyond all my ability to change?How do I feel towards others who seem unable to conquer their own challenges?How does Jesus feel about...  Read More

Questions to think about:What next steps does God want me to take?What is God showing me right now? Am I faithfully looking into his word for guidance?Sample Prayer:Dear Father, thank you for your pri...  Read More

Questions to think about:What does the phrase “once more” tell me? What actions do I need to take, or prayers do I need to pray, “once more”?How do I feel when I realize God’s work in my life is a pro...  Read More

Questions to think about:What small beginnings have I been tempted to ignore?What small things have I been putting off because I’ve been afraid that they wouldn’t amount to anything?Sample Prayer:Dear...  Read More

Questions to think about:How do I envision spiritual growth?Do I ever get frustrated when I don’t see immediate results?In what ways am I growing?Sample Prayer:Dear Father, I am not all that I want to...  Read More

Questions to think about:What does this verse tell me about God?What works has he begun in me? Am I willing to trust that he will see them through to the end?How long should I expect God’s work in me ...  Read More

Questions to think about:Does this description fit Crestview?What practical steps can I take to make this true of Crestview?Sample Prayer:Dear Father, I want to be all about you. Honestly, joining tog...  Read More

Questions to think about:Am I carrying Jesus’ name? Am I carrying it well?Am I ready to bear the consequences of representing him truthfully?Sample Prayer:Dear Father, it is an honor to identify with ...  Read More

Questions to think about:Where do I belong?Am I willing to belong to Jesus like he invites me to? Sample Prayer:Dear Father, I don’t want to be hated. I want to be accepted. Your word says that if I b...  Read More

Questions to think about:What kingdom service have I been anointed for?What do I need to do to get started, or to prepare to get started?What is holding me back?Sample Prayer:Dear Father, it’s amazing...  Read More

Questions to think about:Am I limiting God, or what God wants to do, with my lack of faith?Am I limiting how God wants to use someone else by not believing they have changed?Do I encourage the growth ...  Read More

Questions to think about:Do I believe this? What parts do I struggle with?What is the real miracle Jesus wanted Martha to look for?Sample Prayer:Dear Father, grant me saving, childlike faith in Jesus....  Read More

Questions to think about:What is the truthful answer to the Jews’ question?If Jesus could have saved Lazarus, why didn’t he?What situations tempt me to ask similar things? Am I willing to wait to see ...  Read More

Questions to think about:Why was Jesus glad that he wasn’t there when Lazarus died? What does this teach me about his priorities?When I realize that Jesus chose an action that considered not just Mary...  Read More

Questions to think about:How do I expect God to respond when he hears my problems?When I have to wait on him, do I assume negative reasons or positive ones?Sample Prayer:Dear Father, thank you that yo...  Read More

Questions to think about:How does this verse apply to all believers today?How can I shape my prayers to focus on God’s glory?Sample Prayer:Dear Father, help me not to limit my prayers to the temporary...  Read More

Questions to think about:Is there a connection between my priorities, God’s provision, and my peace?Am I making God’s kingdom and righteousness my most persistent goal?Sample Prayer:Dear Father, thank...  Read More

Questions to think about:When I read this verse, what need comes to my mind? Do I believe God will meet it?Have I been praying about it and trusting God with it?Sample Prayer:Dear Father, I know you o...  Read More

Questions to think about:How does it make me feel to realize that God is aware of and concerned about every need I have, even before I ask him?How does this awareness change my prayer?Sample Prayer:De...  Read More

Questions to think about:What do these verses tell me about God?What is one situation where I can practice thinking about God’s complete knowledge and control instead of the needs or challenges that a...  Read More

Questions to think about:Why was Jesus interested in feeding the crowd?In what situations do I need to remind myself that God already knows what he’s going to do?Am I ever tempted to look at my resour...  Read More

Questions to think about:What does this show me about God’s priorities?Who is God calling me to reach?Sample Prayer:Dear Father, forgive me for the times I have acted like I was above someone else. Th...  Read More

Questions to think about:If God gave me exactly what I believe he will give me, would I be satisfied?What am I facing that I feel is too big to believe God about?Sample Prayer:Dear Father, you are so ...  Read More

Questions to think about:What does this passage tell me about God? How does it make me feel?How do I know that I am not merely part of the right group, but have actually accepted God’s invitation?If y...  Read More