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Sermon Discussion - Nowhere Else to Turn

Explore this in-depth look at a recent message by Rev. Dr. Steve Brown.  As always, you are encouraged to find yourself in the Word of God and feast upon the wisdom therein.

Update: The 2nd St Luke & Jones Chapel Sons of Allen Prayer Worship will be March 1, 2025, from 9:30 - 11:00 AM

Sermon Study Guide: Igniting Faith, Empowering Legacy

I. Introduction: The Challenge of Today’s Society

Reflection Points:

1. What are the most pressing challenges or "trends of evil" you see in today’s society?
2. How can your faith counteract the darkness in your community and family?
3. Think of a time when the absence of God’s influence in your life or surroundings led to chaos. What could you have done differently to reflect God’s presence?

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II. Igniting Faith: The Call to Believe

Key Scriptures:

• Genesis 12:1-4 (KJV): Abraham’s faith in God’s promises.
• Matthew 14:28-31 (KJV): Peter walking on water.

Reflection Questions:

1. Have you ever faced a situation where you had to step out in faith like Abraham? What did you learn from that experience?
2. Reflect on a “storm” in your life. Did you keep your eyes on Jesus, or did doubt cause you to sink? How did God restore you?
3. Think about a time when you relied solely on God’s promises. How did it strengthen your faith?

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III. Job: A Testimony of Faith in Adversity

Key Scriptures:

• Job 1:20-22 (KJV): Job’s worship amidst loss.
• Job 19:25-27 (KJV): Job’s confidence in God’s redemption.
• James 5:11 (KJV): Job’s patience as an example of God’s mercy.

Reflection Questions:

1. What challenges or adversities have tested your faith recently? How did you respond?
2. How does Job’s unwavering faith inspire you to trust God in your trials?
3. Reflect on a moment when you questioned God. What did that experience teach you about His mercy and faithfulness?

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IV. Faith is Available to All: Even Pharaoh Could Have Believed

Key Scriptures:

• Exodus 5:1 (KJV): Pharaoh heard God’s Word.
• Exodus 7–10 (KJV): Pharaoh witnessed nine miraculous plagues.
• Exodus 12:29-30 (KJV): Pharaoh experienced the loss of his firstborn.
• 2 Peter 3:9 (KJV): “The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.”

Reflection Questions:

1. Consider Pharaoh’s refusal to believe despite hearing, seeing, and feeling God’s power. Are there areas in your life where you are resisting God’s call?
2. How has God demonstrated His patience, mercy, and long-suffering in your life?
3. What steps can you take today to fully respond to God’s call and avoid a hardened heart?

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V. Empowering Legacy: Building for Future Generations

Key Scriptures:

• 1 Kings 2:2-4 (KJV): David’s charge to Solomon.
• 2 Timothy 1:5-6 (KJV): Paul’s mentorship of Timothy.

Reflection Questions:

1. What kind of legacy are you currently building for your family, church, or community?
2. Are you mentoring or empowering someone to continue the work of faith after you? If not, who could you start mentoring today?
3. What values or lessons of faith do you want to pass on to the next generation?

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VI. Invitation to Discipleship

Key Scripture:

• Romans 10:9 (KJV): “That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved.”

Reflection Questions:

1. If you have already committed your life to Christ, what areas of your faith need renewal or strengthening?
2. If you have not yet committed your life to Christ, what is holding you back from making that decision today?
3. Reflect on the patience and mercy God has shown you throughout your life. How can you respond to Him in faith and obedience?

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Action Steps for the Week:

1. Identify one area in your life where you need to step out in faith. Take action and trust God with the outcome.
2. Share your testimony of faith with someone who needs encouragement.
3. Start mentoring someone younger in the faith—commit to walking alongside them and empowering them to grow spiritually.
4. Spend time reflecting on your legacy. Write down three steps you can take to ensure you leave a godly impact on your family and community.

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Closing Prayer:

Lord, thank You for the gift of faith and the legacy of those who walked before us in obedience to You. Ignite within us a fire of unwavering belief, and empower us to leave behind a legacy of righteousness. As we reflect on Your mercy, patience, and long-suffering, let us respond with lives fully surrendered to You. May we live in a way that honors You and draws others to Your kingdom. In Jesus’ name, Amen

 Join Us for Our Next Worship on February 1, 2025 

Summary Handout Sheet: One-Hour Prayer Worship for Boys and Men (Held January 4, 2025)

Theme: Strength, Purpose, and Salvation: A Prayerful Journey for Boys and Men

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Key Scriptures by Topic

1. Standing Alone: Developing Courage and Faith

• Joshua 1:9 – "Have I not commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid."
• Deuteronomy 31:6 – "Be strong and of a good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them."
• 1 Samuel 30:6 – "But David encouraged himself in the Lord his God."
  Additional Reading: Psalm 23; Isaiah 41:10; Romans 8:31

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2. Servant Leadership: Leading by Serving Others

• Mark 10:45 – "For even the Son of man came not to be ministered unto, but to minister."
• John 13:14-15 – "If I then, your Lord and Master, have washed your feet, ye also ought to wash one another's feet."
• Philippians 2:3-4 – "Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory."
  Additional Reading: Matthew 20:26-28; Galatians 5:13; Titus 1:7-9

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3. Sacrificial Leadership: Giving of Oneself for Others

• John 15:13 – "Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends."
• Romans 12:1 – "Present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God."
• Hebrews 12:2 – "Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith."
  Additional Reading: 1 Peter 4:10; Ephesians 5:2; Luke 9:23-24

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4. Having Purpose: Discovering and Fulfilling God’s Calling

• Jeremiah 29:11 – "For I know the thoughts that I think toward you."
• Ephesians 2:10 – "We are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works."
• Proverbs 19:21 – "There are many devices in a man's heart; nevertheless the counsel of the Lord."
  Additional Reading: Proverbs 3:5-6; Romans 8:28; Isaiah 55:8-9

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5. Being Saved: Accepting Christ and Living in Victory

• Romans 10:9 – "If thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus."
• 2 Corinthians 5:17 – "If any man be in Christ, he is a new creature."
• John 3:16 – "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son."
  Additional Reading: Ephesians 2:8-9; Acts 4:12; Titus 3:5

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Mantras for Reflection

• Standing Alone: “God is with me, and I will not stand alone.”
• Servant Leadership: “I lead by serving, as Christ leads me.”
• Sacrificial Leadership: “I sacrifice in love, for Christ sacrificed for me.”
• Having Purpose: “I am created for a purpose, and I will walk in it.”
• Being Saved: “I am saved by grace and live in victory.”

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Suggested Additional Readings for Reflection and Study

1. Proverbs 27:17 – "Iron sharpeneth iron; so a man sharpeneth the countenance of his friend."
2. Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 – "Two are better than one; because they have a good reward for their labour."
3. 1 Timothy 4:12 – "Let no man despise thy youth; but be thou an example of the believers."
4. James 1:5 – "If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God."
5. Colossians 3:23-24 – "And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord."

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Closing Charge

Brothers, let us embrace our roles, lean into God’s Word, and walk boldly in faith. As men, though we may feel isolated at times, we are strengthened by the Holy Spirit, called to serve, and created for purpose. Together, through prayer and faith, we will rise to every challenge.

Project Eternity

Summary Handout Sheet: One-Hour Prayer Worship for Boys and Men

Theme: Strength, Purpose, and Salvation: A Prayerful Journey for Boys and Men

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Key Scriptures by Topic

1. Standing Alone: Developing Courage and Faith

• Joshua 1:9 – "Have I not commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid."
• Deuteronomy 31:6 – "Be strong and of a good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them."
• 1 Samuel 30:6 – "But David encouraged himself in the Lord his God."
  Additional Reading: Psalm 23; Isaiah 41:10; Romans 8:31

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2. Servant Leadership: Leading by Serving Others

• Mark 10:45 – "For even the Son of man came not to be ministered unto, but to minister."
• John 13:14-15 – "If I then, your Lord and Master, have washed your feet, ye also ought to wash one another's feet."
• Philippians 2:3-4 – "Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory."
  Additional Reading: Matthew 20:26-28; Galatians 5:13; Titus 1:7-9

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3. Sacrificial Leadership: Giving of Oneself for Others

• John 15:13 – "Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends."
• Romans 12:1 – "Present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God."
• Hebrews 12:2 – "Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith."
  Additional Reading: 1 Peter 4:10; Ephesians 5:2; Luke 9:23-24

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4. Having Purpose: Discovering and Fulfilling God’s Calling

• Jeremiah 29:11 – "For I know the thoughts that I think toward you."
• Ephesians 2:10 – "We are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works."
• Proverbs 19:21 – "There are many devices in a man's heart; nevertheless the counsel of the Lord."
  Additional Reading: Proverbs 3:5-6; Romans 8:28; Isaiah 55:8-9

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5. Being Saved: Accepting Christ and Living in Victory

• Romans 10:9 – "If thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus."
• 2 Corinthians 5:17 – "If any man be in Christ, he is a new creature."
• John 3:16 – "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son."
  Additional Reading: Ephesians 2:8-9; Acts 4:12; Titus 3:5

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Mantras for Reflection

• Standing Alone: “God is with me, and I will not stand alone.”
• Servant Leadership: “I lead by serving, as Christ leads me.”
• Sacrificial Leadership: “I sacrifice in love, for Christ sacrificed for me.”
• Having Purpose: “I am created for a purpose, and I will walk in it.”
• Being Saved: “I am saved by grace and live in victory.”

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Suggested Additional Readings for Reflection and Study

1. Proverbs 27:17 – "Iron sharpeneth iron; so a man sharpeneth the countenance of his friend."
2. Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 – "Two are better than one; because they have a good reward for their labour."
3. 1 Timothy 4:12 – "Let no man despise thy youth; but be thou an example of the believers."
4. James 1:5 – "If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God."
5. Colossians 3:23-24 – "And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord."

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Closing Charge

Brothers, let us embrace our roles, lean into God’s Word, and walk boldly in faith. As men, though we may feel isolated at times, we are strengthened by the Holy Spirit, called to serve, and created for purpose. Together, through prayer and faith, we will rise to every challenge.

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