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:
- What are the most pressing challenges or "trends of evil" you see in today’s society?
- How can your faith counteract the darkness in your community and family?
- 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?
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:
- Have you ever faced a situation where you had to step out in faith like Abraham? What did you learn from that experience?
- 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?
- Think about a time when you relied solely on God’s promises. How did it strengthen your faith?
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:
- What challenges or adversities have tested your faith recently? How did you respond?
- How does Job’s unwavering faith inspire you to trust God in your trials?
- Reflect on a moment when you questioned God. What did that experience teach you about His mercy and faithfulness?
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:
- 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?
- How has God demonstrated His patience, mercy, and long-suffering in your life?
- What steps can you take today to fully respond to God’s call and avoid a hardened heart?
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:
- What kind of legacy are you currently building for your family, church, or community?
- Are you mentoring or empowering someone to continue the work of faith after you? If not, who could you start mentoring today?
- What values or lessons of faith do you want to pass on to the next generation?
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:
- If you have already committed your life to Christ, what areas of your faith need renewal or strengthening?
- If you have not yet committed your life to Christ, what is holding you back from making that decision today?
- Reflect on the patience and mercy God has shown you throughout your life. How can you respond to Him in faith and obedience?
Action Steps for the Week:
- Identify one area in your life where you need to step out in faith. Take action and trust God with the outcome.
- Share your testimony of faith with someone who needs encouragement.
- Start mentoring someone younger in the faith—commit to walking alongside them and empowering them to grow spiritually.
- 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.
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
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