SCRIPTURE/FOCUS – Week of January 31 – February 6, 2016
FOCUS OF THE MONTH
Step into your new life in Christ
SCRIPTURE OF THE WEEK
Therefore we are buried with him by baptism into death: that like as Christ was raised up from the dead by the glory of the Father, even so we also should walk in newness of life. Romans 6:4
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God knows the plans He has for our life, let’s yield ourselves to Him in difficult times. We must always pray and trust Him through the process. Let’s be mindful to conduct ourselves in a manner that will honor King Jesus. As we serve others, we will be sure to leave a lasting legacy. We must continue to allow the Holy Spirit to transform our minds so that we don’t give place to the flesh. Instead, purpose to stay in the race by doing what is right as we advance the Kingdom of God, striving to win our eternal prize. In order to be successful, we must spend quality time with God by reading His Word and praying for wisdom and understanding. In doing so, we will become more compassionate, humble leaders with a servant’s heart.
Monday, February 1, 2016 – Always Pray and Don’t Give Up – Luke 18:1-8
Focus: As we recognize and accept God’s plan for our lives, we must always pray and never give up. In difficult circumstances, we must yield and learn to trust Him completely for grace through the process.
Scriptures: Psalm 40:1-2; Philippines 4:6-7; Colossians 4:2; Mark 11:22-24
Tuesday, February 2, 2016 – Leave a Legacy – 2 Chronicles 21:4-20
Focus: We must purpose to live our lives to honor King Jesus. Following His example will cause us to serve others and not be consumed with ourselves. This will truly leave a lasting legacy.
Scriptures: 2 Timothy 4:5-8; Matthew 5:14-15
Wednesday, February 3, 2016 – Training for Life – 1 Corinthians 9:24-27
Focus: We must allow the Holy Spirit to transform our minds so that our bodies will be fit to stay in the race. This will empower us to be trained well for Kingdom work and not be entangled with the world.
Scriptures: 2 Timothy 2:3-5; James 5:7-11
Thursday, February 4, 2016 – Hidden Treasure – Proverbs 2:1-5
Focus: Rather than skimming over the Word of God, let’s read carefully and invest time getting to know the Lord better. He will give us wisdom and understanding.
Scriptures: Joshua 1:8; Proverbs 3:13-20
Friday, February 5, 2016 – A Serving Leader – 1 Kings 12:1-15
Focus: Whether our leadership is in the family, workplace, Church or in our neighborhood, we must seek God for wisdom and stay humble. Let’s pray for a servant’s heart.
Scriptures: Matthew 23:10-11; Mark 10:45; Micah 6:8
Thoughts from Sister Clovia Thompson – As time goes on, we reflect on the things we have said and done; places we have been; the people we have met; and what we did as fun. What legacy will you leave?
· Will you be known as a prayer warrior – always pray and don’t give up?
· Will you be known as a spiritual athlete – trained to run in the Spirit of God to win the crown of life?
· Will you be known as a diligent student of the Bible – studying the scriptures daily to know God and His wisdom?
· Will you be known as a humble servant – to serve rather than to be served?
The last week of 2015, I challenged you to write your story on the 365 blank pages for 2016. Also, I gave you a theme verse for the New Year, 1Timothy 4:7 that tells you to discipline yourselves for the purpose of godliness.
At least 30 days in the 365 pages you have written. Can you answer the four questions in this week’s lesson on your legacy? Live, Love, Laugh, Leave a Legacy.