Little Footprints

  ROOTED: Connecting with God, The Church, Your Purpose Weekly Memory Verse: Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:6-7 Day 1: The Reality of Hardship and Suffering All of have gone through times of despair or feeling completely alone. In that time, what were your feelings about your situation and about God? What lessons from David's life can help you through these challenging times? Write a prayer expressing your challenges/despair/confusion/anger about a situation. Your words don't have to be "churchy" or eloquent. Just be honest. Don't worry, God can handle it. Day 2: You Are Not Alone Describe a time when you felt hopeless Describe a time when, despite your circumstances, you had hope from the Lord. Thank God for His unfailing love. If you are i...

  ROOTED: Connecting with God, The Church, Your Purpose Weekly Memory Verse: Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert, and always keep on praying for all of the Lord's people. Ephesians 6:17-18 Day 1: God Speaks Does any of what you've read today surprise you? Why? Do you feel like God speaks to people as clearly today as He did in biblical times? How has God spoken to you? What might keep you from really wanting to hear what God wants to say to you? Write a prayer asking God to speak to you, then sit quietly and listen. Write down anything that comes to mind. Day 2: The Sword of the Spirit What is the biggest challenge you face reading or studying God's Word? How about believing or following God's Word? Write a prayer expressing the thoughts God has given you about the Bible. Day 3: Our Divine Helper What was your unders...

ROOTED: Connecting with God, The Church, Your Purpose Weekly Memory Verse: Therefore there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus, because through Christ Jesus the law of the Spirit who gives live has set you free from the law of sin and death.I Romans 8:1-2 Day 1: The Mysterious God What false or incomplete images of God do you have? I used to only talk to the Father I didn't know the purpose of the Holy Spirit Jesus to me, felt more like an "uncle" than a King--I only knew/saw Him on Christmas and easter. What new thoughts do you have about God? I am reminded I will not know Him 100% (but He knows me 100%, lol) Jesus: IS "the Word" of Genesis 1 and John 1 Before the beginning, He already WAS! Nothing other than the Word of God will make us more humble and at the same time, enlarge our intellect. Write a prayer to god asking Him to reveal Himself to you. Father, I walk as if I know and trust You daily.  We both know the truth. I want to practi...

Westside Family Church Together As (One) Pastor: Jonathan Hansen Notes:  Big Idea: You can't become who Jesus is calling you to be by yourself. God never designed you to grow up spiritually by yourself. This will continue until we all come to such unity in our faith and knowledge of God's Son that we will be mature in the Lord…Then we will no longer be immature like children. We won't be tossed and blown about by every wind… Ephesians 4:13–14 (NLT) Notes:  1. WE GATHER TO PUT GOD BACK AT THE CENTER Yet you are holy, enthroned on the praises of Israel (Your people) Psalm 22:3 Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom through psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit, singing to God with gratitude in your hearts. Colossians 3:15-16 We don't walk in here on Sunday untouched by the week. We walk in ...

Westside Family Church Who's Your (One) Pastor: Dan Deeble 4 “Suppose one of you has a hundred sheep and loses one of them. Doesn’t he leave the ninety-nine in the open country and go after the lost sheep until he finds it? 5 And when he finds it, he joyfully puts it on his shoulders 6 and goes home. Then he calls his friends and neighbors together and says, ‘Rejoice with me; I have found my lost sheep.’ 7 I tell you that in the same way there will be more rejoicing in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous persons who do not need to repent.  Luke 15:4-7 1. Jesus tells His Church: You are stakeholders with me in this venture. Notes:  8 “Or suppose a woman has ten silver coins and loses one. Doesn’t she light a lamp, sweep the house and search carefully until she finds it? 9 And when she finds it, she calls her friends and neighbors together and says, ‘Rejoice with me; I have found my lost coin.’ 10 In the same way, I tell you, there is rejoicing in ...

Westside Family Church Jesus is for Every(One) Pastor: Jonathan Hansen Notes:    Jesus came and told his disciples, “I have been given all authority in heaven and on earth. Therefore, go and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. Teach these new disciples to obey all the commands I have given you. And be sure of this: I am with you always, even to the end of the age.” Matthew 28:18-20 I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God that brings salvation to everyone who believes. Romans 1:16 How is this Happening? Gospel planting. Community development. Caring for vulnerable children. One of the things I always pray for is the opportunity, God willing, to come at last to see you. For I long to visit you so I can bring you some spiritual gift that will help you grow strong in the Lord. When we get together, I want to encourage you in your faith, but I also want to be encouraged by yours. Romans ...