1 Timothy 6:1-2 (NLT)
All slaves should show full respect for their masters so they will not bring shame on the name of God and his teaching. 2 If the masters are believers, that is no excuse for being disrespectful. Those slaves should work all the harder because their efforts are helping other believers who are well loved.
Notes:
1 Timothy 6:2b-5 (NLT)
Teach these things, Timothy, and encourage everyone to obey them. 3 Some people may contradict our teaching, but these are the wholesome teachings of the Lord Jesus Christ. These teachings promote a godly life. 4 Anyone who teaches something different is arrogant and lacks understanding. Such a person has an unhealthy desire to quibble over the meaning of words. This stirs up arguments ending in jealousy, division, slander, and evil suspicions. 5 These people always cause trouble. Their minds are corrupt, and they have turned their backs on the truth. To them, a show of godliness is just a way to become wealthy.
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In God’s House, Jesus and His mission of and the lost takes center stage.
We are only, but we are not the Christians.
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1 Timothy 6:6-7 (NLT)
6 Yet true godliness with contentment is itself great wealth. 7 After all, we brought nothing with us when we came into the world, and we can’t take anything with us when we leave it.
Notes:
1 Timothy 6:8-10 (NLT)
8 So if we have enough food and clothing, let us be content.
9 But people who long to be rich fall into temptation and are trapped by many foolish and harmful desires that plunge them into ruin and destruction. 10 For the love of money is the root of all kinds of evil. And some people, craving money, have wandered from the true faith and pierced themselves with many sorrows.
In this house, we live with .
Notes:
1 Timothy 6:11-16 (NLT)
11 But you, Timothy, man of God; so run from all these evil things. Pursue righteousness and a godly life, along with faith, love, perseverance, and gentleness. 12 Fight the good fight for the true faith. Hold tightly to the eternal life to which God has called you, which you have declared so well before many witnesses.
13 And I charge you before God, who gives life to all, and before Christ Jesus, who gave a good testimony before Pontius Pilate, 14 that you obey this command without wavering. Then no one can find fault with you from now until our Lord Jesus Christ comes again. 15 For,
At just the right time Christ will be revealed from heaven by the blessed and only almighty God, the King of all kings and Lord of all lords. 16 He alone can never die, and he lives in light so brilliant that no human can approach him. No human eye has ever seen him, nor ever will. All honor and power to him forever! Amen.
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Jesus has the Father to us.
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1 Timothy 6.17-19 (NLT)
17 Teach those who are rich in this world not to be proud and not to trust in their money, which is so unreliable. Their trust should be in God, who richly gives us all we need for our enjoyment. 18 Tell them to use their money to do good. They should be rich in good works and generous to those in need, always being ready to share with others. 19 By doing this they will be storing up their treasure as a good foundation for the future so that they may experience true life.
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In this house, we treasure what .
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Jesus gave his for people. What will we give?
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In this house, we are radically on God.
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1 Timothy 6:20-21 (NLT)
20 Timothy, guard what God has entrusted to you. Avoid godless, foolish discussions with those who oppose you with their so-called knowledge. 21 Some people have wandered from the faith by following such foolishness.
May God’s grace be with you all.
In this house, we put King Jesus on .
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You get what you for.
Notes:
1 Timothy 4:7-10 (NLT)
7 Do not waste time arguing over godless ideas and old wives’ tales. Instead, train yourself to be godly. 8 “Physical training is good, but training for godliness is much better, promising benefits in this life and in the life to come.” 9 This is a trustworthy saying, and everyone should accept it. 10 This is why we work hard and continue to struggle, for our hope is in the living God, who is the Savior of all people and particularly of all believers.
Notes:
In This House, We Train for
Notes:
1 Timothy 4:1-5 (NLT)
Now the Holy Spirit tells us clearly that in the last times some will turn away from the true faith; they will follow deceptive spirits and teachings that come from demons. 2 These people are hypocrites and liars, and their consciences are dead.
3 They will say it is wrong to be married and wrong to eat certain foods. But God created those foods to be eaten with thanks by faithful people who know the truth. 4 Since everything God created is good, we should not reject any of it but receive it with thanks. 5 For we know it is made acceptable by the word of God and prayer.
Notes:
1 Timothy 5:23 (NLT)
23 Don’t drink only water. You ought to drink a little wine for the sake of your stomach because you are sick so often.
Notes:
1 Timothy 4:6 (NLT)
6 If you explain these things to the brothers and sisters, Timothy, you will be a worthy servant of Christ Jesus, one who is nourished by the message of faith and the good teaching you have followed.
1 Timothy 4:11-16 (NLT)
11 Teach these things and insist that everyone learn them. 12 Don’t let anyone think less of you because you are young.
Be an example to all believers in what you say, in the way you live, in your love, your faith, and your purity. 13 Until I get there, focus on reading the Scriptures to the church, encouraging the believers, and teaching them.
14 Do not neglect the spiritual gift you received through the prophecy spoken over you when the elders of the church laid their hands on you. 15 Give your complete attention to these matters. Throw yourself into your tasks so that everyone will see your progress. 16 Keep a close watch on how you live and on your teaching. Stay true to what is right for the sake of your own salvation and the salvation of those who hear you.
Notes:
In This House, We What We
Notes:
1 Timothy 5:1-2 (NLT)
Never speak harshly to an older man, but appeal to him respectfully as you would to your own father. Talk to younger men as you would to your own brothers. 2 Treat older women as you would your mother, and treat younger women with all purity as you would your own sisters.
In This House, We One Another
Notes:
1 Timothy 5:3-16 (NLT)
3 Take care of any widow who has no one else to care for her. 4 But if she has children or grandchildren, their first responsibility is to show godliness at home and repay their parents by taking care of them. This is something that pleases God.
5 Now a true widow, a woman who is truly alone in this world, has placed her hope in God. She prays night and day, asking God for his help. 6 But the widow who lives only for pleasure is spiritually dead even while she lives. 7 Give these instructions to the church so that no one will be open to criticism.
8 But those who won’t care for their relatives, especially those in their own household, have denied the true faith. Such people are worse than unbelievers.
9 A widow who is put on the list for support must be a woman who is at least sixty years old and was faithful to her husband. 10 She must be well respected by everyone because of the good she has done. Has she brought up her children well? Has she been kind to strangers and served other believers humbly? Has she helped those who are in trouble? Has she always been ready to do good?
11 The younger widows should not be on the list, because their physical desires will overpower their devotion to Christ and they will want to remarry. 12 Then they would be guilty of breaking their previous pledge. 13 And if they are on the list, they will learn to be lazy and will spend their time gossiping from house to house, meddling in other people’s business and talking about things they shouldn’t. 14 So I advise these younger widows to marry again, have children, and take care of their own homes. Then the enemy will not be able to say anything against them. 15 For I am afraid that some of them have already gone astray and now follow Satan.
16 If a woman who is a believer has relatives who are widows, she must take care of them and not put the responsibility on the church. Then the church can care for the widows who are truly alone.
Notes:
In This House, We for the
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1 Timothy 5:17-22 (NLT)
17 Elders who do their work well should be respected and paid well, especially those who work hard at both preaching and teaching. 18 For the Scripture says, “You must not muzzle an ox to keep it from eating as it treads out the grain.” And in another place, “Those who work deserve their pay!” 19 Do not listen to an accusation against an elder unless it is confirmed by two or three witnesses. 20 Those who sin should be reprimanded in front of the whole church; this will serve as a strong warning to others. 21 I solemnly command you in the presence of God and Christ Jesus and the highest angels to obey these instructions without taking sides or showing favoritism to anyone. 22 Never be in a hurry about appointing a church leader. Do not share in the sins of others. Keep yourself pure.
Notes:
In This House, We with
Notes:
1 Timothy 5:24-25 (NLT)
24 Remember, the sins of some people are obvious, leading them to certain judgment. But there are others whose sins will not be revealed until later. 25 In the same way, the good deeds of some people are obvious. And the good deeds done in secret will someday come to light.
1 Timothy 4:16 (NLT)
Keep a close watch on how you live and on your teaching.
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DEVO and MEMORY VERSE:
MEMORY VERSE:
1 Timothy 4:7
Do not waste time arguing over godless ideas and old wives’ tales. Instead, train yourself to be godly.
Day 1: Train Yourself to Be Godly
1 Timothy 4:7-10
“Train yourself to be godly… Physical training is good, but training for godliness is much better, promising benefits in this life and in the life to come.” (vv. 7b-8)
Devotional Thought:
Just like physical fitness, spiritual maturity takes intentionality. Godliness doesn’t happen accidentally or instantly. Paul reminds Timothy that this kind of training is a daily discipline, fueled by hope in a living God.
Reflection Questions:
- What are some ways you’ve trained your body that could also apply to training your soul?
- What spiritual habit could you start (or restart) today to help you grow in godliness?
Day 2: Watch What You’re Feeding On
1 Timothy 4:1-5
“They will follow deceptive spirits and teachings that come from demons… but everything God created is good, and we should not reject any of it but receive it with thanks.”
Devotional Thought:
Not all spiritual-sounding ideas are truly from God. Paul warns about “spiritual junk food”—teachings that sound righteous but pull people away from grace and truth. True godliness embraces gratitude and discernment.
Reflection Questions:
- What “spiritual junk food” do you need to remove from your life (legalism, comparison, pride, etc.)?
- How can you practice gratitude today for the good things God has given?
Day 3: Be the Example
1 Timothy 4:11-16
“Be an example to all believers in what you say, in the way you live, in your love, your faith, and your purity.” (v. 12)
Devotional Thought:
Spiritual maturity isn’t measured by age—it’s measured by godliness. Paul urges Timothy to train in public and private disciplines so that his life and words align and inspire others.
Reflection Questions:
- Which of the five areas (speech, life, love, faith, purity) needs more attention in your walk with Christ?
- What’s one small way today you can model godliness for others?
Day 4: Care for the Vulnerable
1 Timothy 5:3-10
“Take care of any widow who has no one else to care for her… this is something that pleases God.” (vv. 3-4)
Devotional Thought:
Godliness shows itself not just in personal holiness but in how we treat others—especially the vulnerable. In God’s house, no one should be overlooked or forgotten. We train in compassion and generosity.
Reflection Questions:
- Who in your life (or your church) could use your help, presence, or encouragement right now?
- How does caring for others train your heart to be more like Jesus?
Day 5: Lead with Integrity
1 Timothy 5:17-25
“Keep a close watch on how you live and on your teaching… stay true to what is right for the sake of your own salvation and the salvation of those who hear you.” (4:16)
Devotional Thought:
Leaders in God’s house are called to lead by example—with integrity, humility, and faithfulness. Whether you lead from a stage, a classroom, or a living room, what we do must match what we say.
Reflection Questions:
- Where do you need to align your private life more closely with your public faith?
- Who are you leading by example—even if you don’t realize it?
Acts 20:29-30 (NLT)
29 I know that false teachers, like vicious wolves, will come in among you after I leave, not sparing the flock. 30 Even some men from your own group will rise up and distort the truth in order to draw a following.
My notes:
1 Timothy 3:1 (NLT)
This is a trustworthy saying: “If someone aspires to be an overseer, he desires an honorable position.”
In this house, the leaders of God’s people must .
My notes:
1 Timothy 3:2-7 (NLT)
2 So an overseer must be a man whose life is above reproach. He must be faithful to his wife. He must exercise self-control, live wisely, and have a good reputation. He must be hospitable, and he must be able to teach.. 3 He must not be a heavy drinker or be violent. He must be gentle, not quarrelsome, and not love money. 4 He must manage his own family well, having children who respect and obey him. 5 For if a man cannot manage his own household, how can he take care of God’s church? 6 An overseer must not be a new believer, because he might become proud, and the devil would cause him to fall. 7 Also, people outside the church must speak well of him so that he will not be disgraced and fall into the devil’s trap.
My notes:
In this house, we lead not to make names great—but to make name known.
My notes:
1 Timothy 3:8 (NLT)
8 In the same way, deacons must be well respected and have integrity.
= servant leader
My notes:
1 Timothy 3:8-11 (NLT)
They must not be heavy drinkers or dishonest with money. 9 They must be committed to the mystery of the faith now revealed and must live with a clear conscience. 10 Before they are appointed as servant leaders, let them be closely examined. If they pass the test, then let them serve as servant leaders. 11 In the same way, the women must be respected and must not slander others. They must exercise self-control and be faithful in everything they do.
My notes:
1 Timothy 3:12-13 (NLT)
12 A servant leader must be faithful to his wife, and he must manage his children and household well. 13 Those who do well as servant leaders will be rewarded with respect from others and will have increased confidence in their faith in Christ Jesus.
1 Timothy 3:14-16 (NLT)
14 I am writing these things to you now, even though I hope to be with you soon, 15 so that if I am delayed, you will know how people must conduct themselves in the household of God. This is the church of the living God, which is the pillar and foundation of the truth. 16 Without question, this is the great mystery of our faith:
Christ was revealed in a human body
and vindicated by the Spirit.
He was seen by angels
and announced to the nations.
He was believed in throughout the world
and taken to heaven in glory.
My notes:
Principles of Church Structure:
- Jesus is the head of the church
- Church leaders serve others by helping them follow Jesus
- The goal is that we all look more like Jesus
My notes:
Ephesians 4:11-16 (NLT)
11 Now these are the gifts Christ gave to the church: the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, and the pastors and teachers. 12 Their responsibility is to equip God’s people to do his work and build up the church, the body of Christ… 15 …we will speak the truth in love, growing in every way more and more like Christ, who is the head of his body, the church. 16
My notes:
Jesus is the of the church.
Our structure:
Jesus
Elders
Lead Minister
Staff
Servant Leaders
Servants
In this house, we serve.
Weekly Devo:
Memory Verse: 1 Tim 3.14-15
Day 1: The Leader Who Serves
Scripture: Mark 10:42–45
“For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve…”
Devotion:
Jesus turned leadership upside down. In a world where leaders chase titles and positions, Jesus stooped low, washed feet, and gave His life. True spiritual leadership begins with humility and ends in sacrifice.
Reflect:
- How do I view leadership—in the church, in my home, in the world?
- What might it look like for me to “stoop low” this week?
Day 2: Character First
Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1–7
“He must be above reproach… self-controlled, respectable, hospitable…”
Devotion:
Paul paints a picture of the kind of people who should lead the church. It’s not about charisma, but character. The leaders of God’s house are called to reflect the heart of God—not just do a job, but live a life that honors Christ.
Reflect:
- Which of the traits listed do I most resonate with?
- Which one is God inviting me to grow in?
Day 3: Called to Serve
Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:8–13
“Let them first be tested; then if they prove themselves blameless, let them serve…”
Devotion:
The word “deacon” literally means “servant.” Church leadership isn’t just about making decisions—it’s about carrying towels. Every role of leadership in the church is ultimately about helping others grow in faith.
Reflect:
- Where am I already serving others well?
- Where could I step in and help shoulder the weight of ministry?
Day 4: No Sidelines in the Kingdom
Scripture: Ephesians 4:11–13
“…to equip the saints for the work of ministry…”
Devotion:
The church isn’t a stage—it’s a team. Leaders are called to equip, not entertain. Ministry doesn’t belong to the few on stage; it belongs to all of us. There’s no such thing as a “benchwarmer” in God’s house.
Reflect:
- Have I been watching from the sidelines?
- What gifts or passions might God be calling me to use in this season?
Day 5: Household of God
Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:15
“…how people must conduct themselves in the household of God…”
Devotion:
Paul reminds Timothy that the church isn’t a building—it’s a family. And in any healthy family, everyone contributes. Serving is not an extracurricular—it’s a core responsibility of being in God’s household.
Reflect:
- Do I view church more like a family or an event?
- What’s one practical way I can “pitch in” this week?
Day 6: The Mystery of Christ
Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:16
“Great indeed, we confess, is the mystery of godliness…”
Devotion:
Paul’s reminder: all of this is about Jesus. Church leadership, service, character—it all points to Him. Jesus came in the flesh, was raised in power, proclaimed to the world, and received in glory. Our service reflects His glory.
Reflect:
- When I serve, do I think more about tasks or about Jesus?
- How does serving connect me to the bigger story of Christ?
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1 Timothy 2: 1-2 (NLT)
I urge you, first of all, to pray for all people. Ask God to help them; intercede on their behalf, and give thanks for them. 2 Pray this way for kings and all who are in authority so that we can live peaceful and quiet lives marked by godliness and holiness.
1 Timothy 2: 3-4 (NLT)
3 This is good and pleases God our Savior, 4 who wants everyone to be saved and to understand the truth.
Notes:
In this house, we for … .
In this house, is .
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1 Timothy 2: 5-7 (NLT)
5 For, there is one God and one Mediator who can reconcile God and humanity—the man Christ Jesus. 6 He gave his life to purchase freedom for everyone. This is the message God gave to the world at just the right time. 7 And I have been chosen as a preacher and apostle to teach the Gentiles this message about faith and truth. I’m not exaggerating—just telling the truth.
1 Timothy 2: 8 (NLT)
I want men everywhere to lift up holy hands in prayer, free from anger and controversy.
Notes:
Ephesians 6: 12 (NLT)
12 For we are not fighting against flesh-and-blood enemies, but against evil rulers and authorities of the unseen world, against mighty powers in this dark world, and against evil spirits in the heavenly places.
1 Timothy 2: 9-10 (NLT)
9 And I want women to be modest in their appearance. They should wear decent and appropriate clothing and not draw attention to themselves by the way they fix their hair or by wearing gold or pearls or expensive clothes. 10 For women who claim to be devoted to God should clothe themselves with good deeds.
Notes:
In this house, we put on .
Notes:
1 Timothy 2: 11-15 (NLT)
11 Women should learn quietly and submissively. 12 I do not let women teach men or have authority over them. Let them listen quietly. 13 For God made Adam first, and afterward he made Eve. 14 And it was not Adam who was deceived by Satan. The woman was deceived, and sin was the result. 15 But women will be saved through childbearing, assuming they continue to live in faith, love, holiness, and modesty.
In this house, we value the entirety of .
In this house, everyone is to participate.
Notes:
1 Timothy 2: 5-6 (NLT)
5 For, there is one God and one Mediator who can reconcile God and humanity—the man Christ Jesus. 6 He gave his life to purchase freedom for everyone.
Memory Verse:
1 Timothy 2:4 (NLT)
4 God wants everyone to be saved and to understand the truth.
Daily Bible Reading:
Monday: Ephesians 1
Tuesday: Ephesians 2
Wednesday: Ephesians 3
Thursday: Ephesians 4
Friday: Ephesians 5
Saturday: Ephesians 6
Discussion/Reflection Questions:
- How do you typically respond to people in authority you disagree with?
Reflect on 1 Timothy 2:1–2. How might your prayer life need to shift in light of Paul’s call to pray “for all people,” especially those in leadership? - Who is included in your definition of “everyone”?
Are there individuals or groups you find difficult to pray for or welcome? What would it look like to see them the way Jesus does? - What does it mean to “attract people to Jesus, not ourselves”?
How can we practice humility—through prayer, how we dress, how we post online, or how we treat others—so that others are drawn to Jesus through us? - How has God changed or challenged your thinking about people who are different from you?
Think about your views on immigration, politics, or social class. How has your heart grown to reflect God’s compassion and mission? - What role does humility play in creating a welcoming church?
How can we guard against pride or exclusivity—whether through our behavior, status, or assumptions—and instead cultivate a house that reflects Jesus’ heart for everyone? - What’s one step you can take this week to actively love or pray for someone outside your comfort zone?
Think of a specific person or group. What would it look like to treat them as part of the “everyone” God wants to reach?
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My notes:
1 Samuel 16: 4-7, 10 (NIV)
Samuel did what the Lord said. When he arrived at Bethlehem, the elders of the town trembled when they met him. They asked, “Do you come in peace?” Samuel replied, “Yes in peace. I have come to sacrifice to the Lord. Consecrate yourselves and come to the sacrifice with me.” Then he consecrated Jesse and his sons and invited them to sacrifice. When they arrived, Samuel saw Eliab and thought, “Surely the Lord’s anointed stands here before the Lord.” But the Lord said to Samuel, “Do not consider his appearance or his height, for I have rejected him. The Lord does not look at the things people look at. People look at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.” Jesse had seven of his sons pass before Samuel, but Samuel said to him, “the Lord has not chosen. So he asked Jesse, “Are these all of your sons?”
Notes:
Be careful of
Notes:
Each child is a person, so love them uniquely.
Loving each child uniquely is the most thing you can do.
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1 Samuel 16: 11-13 (NIV)
“There is still the youngest,” Jesse answered. “He is tending the sheep.” Samuel said, “Send for him; we will not sit down until he arrives.” So he sent for him and had him brought in. He was glowing with health and had a fine appearance and handsome features. Then the Lord said, “Rise and anoint him; this is the one.” So Samuel took the horn of oil and anointed him in the presence of his brothers, and from that day on the Spirit of the Lord came powerfully upon David.
Notes:
Don’t your children from the Lord.
Do we ever our kids from God?
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Our children are before they are .
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1 Samuel 16: 19-21 (NIV)
“Then Saul sent messengers to Jesse and said, “Send me your son David, who is with the sheep.” So Jesse took a donkey loaded with bread, a skin of wine and a young goat and sent them with his son David to Saul. David came to Saul and entered his service. Saul liked him very much, and David became one of his armor-bearers.”
Notes:
Send them out to the world.
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is designed to put the of Jesus on display.
My notes:
Ephesians 5: 21-24 (NLT)
And further, submit to one another out of reverence for Christ. For wives, this means submit to your husbands as to the Lord. For a husband is the head of his wife as Christ is the head of the church. He is the Savior of his body, the church. As the church submits to Christ, so you wives should submit to your husbands in everything.
Ephesians 5: 25-26; 31-33 (NLT)
For husbands, this means love your wives, just as Christ loved the church. He gave up his life for her to make her holy and clean, washed by the cleansing of God’s word.
As the Scriptures say, “A man leaves his father and mother and is joined to his wife, and the two are united into one.” This is a great mystery, but it is an illustration of the way Christ and the church are one. So again I say, each man must love his wife as he loves himself, and the wife must respect her husband.
Ephesians 5: 21-24 (NLT)
And further, submit to one another out of reverence for Christ. For wives, this means submit to your husbands as to the Lord. For a husband is the head of his wife as Christ is the head of the church. He is the Savior of his body, the church. As the church submits to Christ, so you wives should submit to your husbands in everything.
My notes:
are superior to husbands at being .
are superior to wives at being .
My Notes:
Ephesians 5:33 (NLT)
So again I say, each man must love his wife as he loves himself, and the wife must respect her husband.
Ephesians 5:22 (NLT)
For wives, this means submit to your husbands as to the Lord.
1 Corinthians 11:3 (NLT)
But there is one thing I want you to know: The head of every man is Christ, the head of woman is man, and the head of Christ is God.
My notes:
is a word, not a bad word.
My notes:
is your .
is ultimately to God.
My notes:
Ephesians 5:21 (NLT)
And further, submit to one another out of reverence for Christ.
Revelation 21:2-3 (NLT)
And I saw the holy city, the new Jerusalem, coming down from God out of heaven like a bride beautifully dressed for her husband. I heard a loud shout from the throne, saying, “Look, God’s home is now among his people! He will live with them, and they will be his people. God himself will be with them.
Ephesians 5:31-32 (NLT)
As the Scriptures say, “A man leaves his father and mother and is joined to his wife, and the two are united into one.” This is a great mystery, but it is an illustration of the way Christ and the church are one.
My notes:
Do you realize that can be an answer to Jesus’ prayer?
My notes:
Marriage is about getting our way. It’s about getting out of the way so that Jesus can be put on display.
My notes:
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Deuteronomy 6:4-6 (NLT)
“Listen, O Israel! The LORD is our God, the LORD alone. And you must love the LORD your God with all your heart, all your soul, and all your strength. And you must commit yourselves wholeheartedly to these commands that I am giving you today.
Deuteronomy 5:7-21 (NLT)
“You must not have any other god but me. “You must not make for yourself an idol of any kind, or an image of anything in the heavens or on the earth or in the sea. You must not bow down to them or worship them, for I, the LORD your God, am a jealous God who will not tolerate your affection for any other gods. I lay the sins of the parents upon their children; the entire family is affected—even children in the third and fourth generations of those who reject me. But I lavish unfailing love for a thousand generations on those who love me and obey my commands. “You must not misuse the name of the LORD your God. The LORD will not let you go unpunished if you misuse his name. “Observe the Sabbath day by keeping it holy, as the LORD your God has commanded you. You have six days each week for your ordinary work, but the seventh day is a Sabbath day of rest dedicated to the LORD your God. On that day no one in your household may do any work. This includes you, your sons and daughters, your male and female servants, your oxen and donkeys and other livestock, and any foreigners living among you. All your male and female servants must rest as you do. Remember that you were once slaves in Egypt, but the LORD your God brought you out with his strong hand and powerful arm. That is why the LORD your God has commanded you to rest on the Sabbath day. “Honor your father and mother, as the LORD your God commanded you. Then you will live a long, full life in the land the LORD your God is giving you. “You must not murder. “You must not commit adultery. “You must not steal. “You must not testify falsely against your neighbor. “You must not covet your neighbor’s wife. You must not covet your neighbor’s house or land, male or female servant, ox or donkey, or anything else that belongs to your neighbor.
Deuteronomy 6:7-9 (NLT)
Repeat them again and again to your children. Talk about them when you are at home and when you are on the road, when you are going to bed and when you are getting up. Tie them to your hands and wear them on your forehead as reminders. Write them on the doorposts of your house and on your gates.
We can our kids about God with we do.
My Notes:
Proverbs 22:6 (NIV)
Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old they will not turn from it.
Train your children to their sinful .
My Notes:
The church is a , not a , for faith instruction at home.
Mom and Dad are the primary in your home.
My Notes:
Deuteronomy 5:16 (NLT)
“Honor your father and mother, as the LORD your God commanded you. Then you will live a long, full life in the land the LORD your God is giving you.
Ephesians 6:2-3 (NLT)
“Honor your father and mother.” This is the first commandment with a promise: If you honor your father and mother, “things will go well for you, and you will have a long life on the earth.”
How do I honor dishonorable parents?
You honor dishonorable parents by being .
My Notes:
Psalms 27:10 (NLT)
Even if my father and mother abandon me, the LORD will hold me close.
We honor our parents by them.
My Notes:
Ephesians 6:1 (NLT)
Children, obey your parents because you belong to the Lord, for this is the right thing to do.
We honor our parents by showing them .
We honor our parents by for them and for them.
John 19:25-27 (NLT)
Standing near the cross were Jesus’ mother, and his mother’s sister, Mary (the wife of Clopas), and Mary Magdalene. When Jesus saw his mother standing there beside the disciple he loved, he said to her, “Dear woman, here is your son.” And he said to this disciple, “Here is your mother.” And from then on this disciple took her into his home.
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HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY!!
Jochebed (Mother of Moses) = to the glory of God
God is glorified when we Him.
Jochebed trusted God on a level.
Exodus 2:1-2 (NLT)
About this time, a man and woman from the tribe of Levi got married. The woman became pregnant and gave birth to a son. She saw that he was a special baby and kept him hidden for three months.
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Jochebed trusted in God’s .
Genesis 15:12-14 (NLT)
As the sun was going down, Abram fell into a deep sleep, and a terrifying darkness came down over him. Then the LORD said to Abram, “You can be sure that your descendants will be strangers in a foreign land, where they will be oppressed as slaves for 400 years. But I will punish the nation that enslaves them, and in the end they will come away with great wealth.
John 16:33 (NIV)
“I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.”
Are you trusting God personally?
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Jochebed trusted God’s .
Exodus 2:3-4 (NLT)
But when she could hide him no longer, she got a papyrus basket for him and coated it with tar and pitch. Then she placed the child in it and put it among the reeds along the bank of the Nile. His sister stood at a distance to see what would happen to him.
God loves your more than you do.
Genesis 6:14 (NLT)
Build a large boat from cypress wood and waterproof it with tar, inside and out.
How are you doing with trusting God with his sovereign care over your life?
My Notes:
Exodus 2:5-10 (NLT)
Soon Pharaoh’s daughter came down to bathe in the river, and her attendants walked along the riverbank. When the princess saw the basket among the reeds, she sent her maid to get it for her. When the princess opened it, she saw the baby. The little boy was crying, and she felt sorry for him. “This must be one of the Hebrew children,” she said. Then the baby’s sister approached the princess. “Should I go and find one of the Hebrew women to nurse the baby for you?” she asked. “Yes, do!” the princess replied. So the girl went and called the baby’s mother. “Take this baby and nurse him for me,” the princess told the baby’s mother. “I will pay you for your help.” So the woman took her baby home and nursed him. Later, when the boy was older, his mother brought him back to Pharaoh’s daughter, who adopted him as her own son. The princess named him Moses, for she explained, “I lifted him out of the water.”
God can be trusted.
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Jochebed trusted God to .
Exodus 2:10 (NLT)
Later, when the boy was older, his mother brought him back to Pharaoh’s daughter, who adopted him as her own son. The princess named him Moses, for she explained, “I lifted him out of the water.”
My Notes:
His glory will be on display as you trust him.
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Proverbs 4:23 (NLT)
Guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life.
Guard your time by…
The quality of your “” is determined by the number of your “”.
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Guard your heart by…
Guard your with God.
Guard your with family.
Guard your .
Proverbs 4:23 (NLT)
Guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life.
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“A relationship without healthy boundaries is a relationship destined for dysfunction.” -Fitz
The same scriptures that teach us to for people also teach us to people.
Romans 16:17-18 (NLT)
And now I make one more appeal, my dear brothers and sisters. Watch out for people who cause divisions and upset people’s faith by teaching things contrary to what you have been taught. Stay away from them. Such people are not serving Christ our Lord; they are serving their own personal interests. By smooth talk and glowing words they deceive innocent people.
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Guard against certain people…
- Watch out for people.
- Watch out for .
- Watch out for people.
The self-promoter wants you to think that your performance + their assessment = your self-worth. WRONG - Watch out for .
- Beware of , easily offended people.
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Church Hurt
We will cause the most hurt (to others and to ourselves) when we call evil “good” and when we call good “evil.”
Romans 12:17-21 (NLT)
Never pay back evil with more evil. Do things in such a way that everyone can see you are honorable. Do all that you can to live in peace with everyone. Dear friends, never take revenge. Leave that to the righteous anger of God. For the Scriptures say, “I will take revenge; I will pay them back,” says the LORD. Instead, “If your enemies are hungry, feed them. If they are thirsty, give them something to drink. In doing this, you will heap burning coals of shame on their heads.” Don’t let evil conquer you, but conquer evil by doing good.
We can care about other people to their criticism or bad behavior.
Colossians 3:13 (NLT)
Make allowance for each other’s faults, and forgive anyone who offends you. Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you must forgive others.
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