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Let’s Talk Notes – Week of October 26, 2014
Message: Is Your Joy Complete?
Scripture: John 15:9-11
1) As you reflect back on last weekend’s sermon, what one principle or insight stands out as being particularly helpful, insightful or difficult to grasp?
2) Read aloud Pastor Joseph’s definition of true joy: “True joy is an inexhaustible fruit of the Spirit that enables believers to rejoice in God’s sovereignty and enjoy the confidence of knowing that His supernatural strength is at work within us.” What makes true joy different from worldly joy or happiness?
3) Read Hebrews 11:13-16. What does living as a “foreigner and stranger on earth” look like? How does this perspective affect our ability to walk in joy and rejoice in all things?
4) Have you ever struggled to walk in the joy that Christ gives? How can you rejoice and find your sufficiency in Him when your joy is incomplete or depleted? As you examine your life, are there any joy stealers that you have allowed easy access into your life?
5) Read John 9:1-5. Has God ever unveiled to you how your circumstances were a part of His larger will? If so, share your experience. What did you learn about God? How has that experience shaped your perspective towards challenges in your life?
6) Look at the following list of ways that you can spend time abiding in God’s presence. Which areas do you currently practice? Which areas would you like to incorporate into your rhythm?
Meditating on Scripture
Listening to an Audio Bible/Sermon
Reading a passage of Scripture
Memorizing Scripture
Listening to Worship Music/Hymns
Singing songs of Praise and Thanksgiving
Journaling/writing prayers and insight
Reviewing sermon notes
Praying aloud
Speaking in tongues
Taking a prayer walk
Using creative arts to meditate on Scripture (draw/paint/song)
Doing a Topical Bible Study
Taking a Personal Retreat
Scheduling a devotional "appointment."
Reading one Psalm each day.
Praying on your knees
Praying Scripture back to God.
Praying with a prayer partner
7) Ecclesiastes 3 reminds us that there is a time for everything and a season for every activity. The Apostle Paul had to run his race with a thorn in his flesh. What are some hurdles that are a part of the race that God has called you to run.
8) Share one principle from the navigating through the ups and downs of real.life series that has impacted you.
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