Reading for the Week of May 1 – 7
Day 1- Romans 12-13
Day 2- Romans 14-16
Day 3- 1 Corinthians 1 and 13
Day 4- 2 Corinthians 7-8
Day 5- Ephesians 1 and 4
Day 6- 1 Timothy 2-3
Bonus- James 3 and 5
Memorize/Reflect - “Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, especially to those who belong to the family of believers.” (Galatians 6:10)
Personal Reflection- How has God used people in the church to bless your life and help you grow in your faith? How has God used you to be a blessing to others in His church and help them grow in faith?
Discussion- Why is it important for us to gather with other believers on a regular basis? What can we gain from these times together? What might we miss if we fail to gather with other believers? What is one way you are investing in a ministry of the local church (or, what is one way you can start investing)?
Prayer Direction- Thank God for His family, the church, that gathers all over the world. Lift up special prayers of thanks for Shoreline Community Church and the people in the church that God has used to help you grow in your faith. Pray for those in leadership positions at Shoreline (Staff, Leadership Team, and volunteers).
“Live It!” Challenge - Pick one Shoreline staff member (look on the website for options), and commit to support them. Pray at least once a week and send them a note of encouragement once this month.
Monthly Prayer Focus: There are so many challenges today and families really need our prayer support. Please pray for fathers and mothers to invest time and energy in the spiritual training of their children. Pray that Shoreline will be a great ministry partner and resource for parents as they help kids grow in faith.
Resources for the “No Place Like Home?” series: If you want to dig deeper into the topic of strong families, consider reading, Sacred Parenting by Gary Thomas or Sacred Marriage by Gary Thomas. There is also a great DVD curriculum for Sacred Marriage with a small group study guide for couples (written by Pastor Kevin and his wife, Sherry). You can order/purchase these at the Shoreline Bookstore today.
Small Groups Discussion Questions (Week 1 – No Place Like Home?)
Reading for the Week of May 1 – 7
Day 1- Romans 12-13
Day 2- Romans 14-16
Day 3- 1 Corinthians 1 and 13
Day 4- 2 Corinthians 7-8
Day 5- Ephesians 1 and 4
Day 6- 1 Timothy 2-3
Bonus- James 3 and 5
Memorize/Reflect - “Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, especially to those who belong to the family of believers.” (Galatians 6:10)
Personal Reflection- How has God used people in the church to bless your life and help you grow in your faith? How has God used you to be a blessing to others in His church and help them grow in faith?
Discussion- Why is it important for us to gather with other believers on a regular basis? What can we gain from these times together? What might we miss if we fail to gather with other believers? What is one way you are investing in a ministry of the local church (or, what is one way you can start investing)?
Prayer Direction- Thank God for His family, the church, that gathers all over the world. Lift up special prayers of thanks for Shoreline Community Church and the people in the church that God has used to help you grow in your faith. Pray for those in leadership positions at Shoreline (Staff, Leadership Team, and volunteers).
“Live It!” Challenge - Pick one Shoreline staff member (look on the website for options), and commit to support them. Pray at least once a week and send them a note of encouragement once this month.
Monthly Prayer Focus: There are so many challenges today and families really need our prayer support. Please pray for fathers and mothers to invest time and energy in the spiritual training of their children. Pray that Shoreline will be a great ministry partner and resource for parents as they help kids grow in faith.
Resources for the “No Place Like Home?” series: If you want to dig deeper into the topic of strong families, consider reading, Sacred Parenting by Gary Thomas or Sacred Marriage by Gary Thomas. There is also a great DVD curriculum for Sacred Marriage with a small group study guide for couples (written by Pastor Kevin and his wife, Sherry). You can order/purchase these at the Shoreline Bookstore today.
Small Groups Discussion Questions (Week 1 – No Place Like Home?)
Night of Worship | May 18th
Join us on Wednesday, May 18th at 6:30 p.m. in the Worship Center for a Night of Worship. This is a time of singing, focused prayer, and reflection on God’s Word. This will be our final gathering before our summer break. You won’t want to miss this time of gathered worship!
Night of Worship | May 18th
Join us on Wednesday, May 18th at 6:30 p.m. in the Worship Center for a Night of Worship. This is a time of singing, focused prayer, and reflection on God’s Word. This will be our final gathering before our summer break. You won’t want to miss this time of gathered worship!
Dorothy got swept out of Kansas and dropped into the land of OZ. The rest of her story is about a quest to find her way home. We are all on this same journey. Our heart longs for a place where we are loved, needed, and valued. Join us on May 1, 8, & 15 as we discover how our families and the Shoreline Community Church family can become the home each of our hearts are longing to discover.
Dorothy got swept out of Kansas and dropped into the land of OZ. The rest of her story is about a quest to find her way home. We are all on this same journey. Our heart longs for a place where we are loved, needed, and valued. Join us on May 1, 8, & 15 as we discover how our families and the Shoreline Community Church family can become the home each of our hearts are longing to discover.
Reading for the Week of April 24 – 30
Day 1- Colossians 3
Day 2- 1 Kings 19 (Elijah and Elisha)
Day 3- 1 Timothy 1 (Paul and Timothy) and Ephesians 6:1-4
Day 4- 1 Samuel 3 (Eli and Samuel)
Day 5- Genesis 49 (Jacob blesses his sons)
Day 6- Proverbs 1
Bonus- Deuteronomy 6
Memorize/Reflect - “Fathers, do not exasperate your children; instead, bring them up in the training and instruction of the Lord” (Ephesians 6:4)
Personal Reflection- Who are people that invested in your life and helped you become who you are today? How can you express thanks for (and to) these people?
Discussion- Who are one or two people God has placed in your life that you can mentor, encourage, and help grow in faith (they can be children, grandchildren, friends, people in church…)? What are ways you can invest in the lives of these people and help them learn to walk with Jesus more closely and grow in faith?
Prayer Direction- Thank God for the people He has used in your life to help you grow stronger in faith. Pray for boldness and courage that you can consistently invest in the lives of others and help them walk closely with Jesus.
“Live It!” Challenge - Identify one younger person in your family and begin praying for their life and walk with Jesus. If they are not in a relationship with God, begin praying for them to open their heart to the Savior. Identify one way you can encourage and cheer them on in their life and faith. Then, do it!
Monthly Prayer Focus:This May we will focus our prayers on families. There are many challenges families face today and they need our prayer support. Please pray for dads and moms to take time to be with their kids and give spiritual leadership in the home.
Resources for the “No Place Like Home?” series: If you want to dig deeper into the topic of strong families, consider reading, Sacred Parenting by Gary Thomas or Sacred Marriage by Gary Thomas. There is also a great DVD curriculum for Sacred Marriage with a small group study guide for couples. You can order/purchase these at the Shoreline Bookstore today.
Small Groups Discussion Questions (Week 3 – Game, Set, Match.)
Reading for the Week of April 24 – 30
Day 1- Colossians 3
Day 2- 1 Kings 19 (Elijah and Elisha)
Day 3- 1 Timothy 1 (Paul and Timothy) and Ephesians 6:1-4
Day 4- 1 Samuel 3 (Eli and Samuel)
Day 5- Genesis 49 (Jacob blesses his sons)
Day 6- Proverbs 1
Bonus- Deuteronomy 6
Memorize/Reflect - “Fathers, do not exasperate your children; instead, bring them up in the training and instruction of the Lord” (Ephesians 6:4)
Personal Reflection- Who are people that invested in your life and helped you become who you are today? How can you express thanks for (and to) these people?
Discussion- Who are one or two people God has placed in your life that you can mentor, encourage, and help grow in faith (they can be children, grandchildren, friends, people in church…)? What are ways you can invest in the lives of these people and help them learn to walk with Jesus more closely and grow in faith?
Prayer Direction- Thank God for the people He has used in your life to help you grow stronger in faith. Pray for boldness and courage that you can consistently invest in the lives of others and help them walk closely with Jesus.
“Live It!” Challenge - Identify one younger person in your family and begin praying for their life and walk with Jesus. If they are not in a relationship with God, begin praying for them to open their heart to the Savior. Identify one way you can encourage and cheer them on in their life and faith. Then, do it!
Monthly Prayer Focus:This May we will focus our prayers on families. There are many challenges families face today and they need our prayer support. Please pray for dads and moms to take time to be with their kids and give spiritual leadership in the home.
Resources for the “No Place Like Home?” series: If you want to dig deeper into the topic of strong families, consider reading, Sacred Parenting by Gary Thomas or Sacred Marriage by Gary Thomas. There is also a great DVD curriculum for Sacred Marriage with a small group study guide for couples. You can order/purchase these at the Shoreline Bookstore today.
Small Groups Discussion Questions (Week 3 – Game, Set, Match.)
Reading for the Week of April 17 – 23
Day 1- 1 Corinthians 15
Day 2- Revelation 21-22
Day 3- John 11
Day 4- John 18
Day 5- John 19
Day 6- John 20
Bonus- John 21
Memorize/Reflect - “Where, O death, is your victory? Where, O death, is your sting?” (1 Corinthians 15:55)
Personal Reflection- Jesus rose from the dead and broke the power of sin, death, and the grave. How has the resurrection of Jesus impacted your life? How can a daily conviction that Christ is always with you transform the way you live?
Discussion- Tell about a time you felt a confident sense that Jesus was right with you (during a joyful or tough time). How does the resurrection of Jesus give you hope and confidence as you walk through a normal day?
Prayer Direction- Thank Jesus for breaking the power of sin and Satan when He rose from the dead. Ask for His resurrection power to be released in your life in a growing and greater measure.
“Live It!” Challenge - Invite a friend, neighbor, colleague at work, or family member to one of the four Easter services at Shoreline.
Monthly Prayer Focus:As we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus, we will be focusing on prayers that spring forth from the hope and confidence we have because Jesus is alive. This week, pray for lost people to see the face of Jesus and experience His grace, love, and friendship for the first time.
Resources for Easter:If you want to reflect more on the topic of Easter, consider reading, He Chose the Nails by Max Lucado or The Case for the Resurrection by Lee Strobel. You can order/purchase both of these at the Shoreline Bookstore today.
Small Groups Discussion Questions (Week 2 – Game, Set, Match.)
Reading for the Week of April 17 – 23
Day 1- 1 Corinthians 15
Day 2- Revelation 21-22
Day 3- John 11
Day 4- John 18
Day 5- John 19
Day 6- John 20
Bonus- John 21
Memorize/Reflect - “Where, O death, is your victory? Where, O death, is your sting?” (1 Corinthians 15:55)
Personal Reflection- Jesus rose from the dead and broke the power of sin, death, and the grave. How has the resurrection of Jesus impacted your life? How can a daily conviction that Christ is always with you transform the way you live?
Discussion- Tell about a time you felt a confident sense that Jesus was right with you (during a joyful or tough time). How does the resurrection of Jesus give you hope and confidence as you walk through a normal day?
Prayer Direction- Thank Jesus for breaking the power of sin and Satan when He rose from the dead. Ask for His resurrection power to be released in your life in a growing and greater measure.
“Live It!” Challenge - Invite a friend, neighbor, colleague at work, or family member to one of the four Easter services at Shoreline.
Monthly Prayer Focus:As we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus, we will be focusing on prayers that spring forth from the hope and confidence we have because Jesus is alive. This week, pray for lost people to see the face of Jesus and experience His grace, love, and friendship for the first time.
Resources for Easter:If you want to reflect more on the topic of Easter, consider reading, He Chose the Nails by Max Lucado or The Case for the Resurrection by Lee Strobel. You can order/purchase both of these at the Shoreline Bookstore today.
Small Groups Discussion Questions (Week 2 – Game, Set, Match.)
