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RED LETTER SUMMER
(The Present Reign of Christ )

Opening Prayer, Confession of Faith & Worship

Big Idea:
Everyone wants to be blessed, but not everyone is willing to bow their knees to the Lordship of Jesus Christ and lay down their lives for His Kingdom purpose. It’s much easier to call Jesus Savior than it is to know Him as Lord.

Summary:
Jesus is Lord and He has brought His Kingdom. There is no middle ground for the Christian: unless you acknowledge Jesus as Lord of all, you can’t claim Him as Lord at all. He is called Lord over 600 times in the New Testament. You can’t make Him Lord; He has already claimed the title. What does the lordship of Jesus Christ mean to us? It means that we must recognize Him for who He is, we must offer Him total obedience, and we must give Him the honor that He is due. He has earned it; He is worthy of it. So, will you recognize His Lordship and will you submit to it?

Let’s remember that as Lord, Jesus brought with Him the Kingdom of God. Simply put, the Kingdom of God is the way things should be. It is the way God originally intended things to be before sinful man messed it all up. But, when do we get to begin experiencing this kingdom? When will things be as they were intended to be? Some religious people tell us it happens in the “sweet by and by” when we die. However, Jesus said that the Kingdom of God is at hand. Not once did Jesus ever subject the Kingdom of God along with all of its promises and possibilities to a futuristic millennial age. He threw wide open the door of Heaven’s provision for our lives today. He demonstrated the presence of His Kingdom as He performed miracle after miracle. You see, not only did He declare the Kingdom to be “at hand”, but He performed miracles to show them just how close it was.

We must be careful not to miss the Kingdom of God due to ignorance, disbelief, or because we don’t understand the signs of His Kingdom. In our carnality, we must not look for personal signs to prove to us the reality of His Kingdom among us. Jesus is Lord and His Kingdom is here and now. In light of this reality, it’s time to change our thinking about everything. We can’t afford to miss the present reign of Christ.

Discussion Questions: (read the scripture & discuss)

Luke 6:46- 49
What does Jesus expect of those who call Him Lord? What does this parable teach should be the foundation of a life surrendered to Him? Contrast the results of submitting to His Lordship through obedience with not submitting.

Luke 19:11-27
What does verse 12 tell us about why Jesus came to earth? To whom does Jesus give kingdom responsibility until He returns, and what does He expect them to do until He returns? What is the difference between the outcome for the negligent servant and those who didn’t surrender to His lordship?

Philippians 2:5-13
We are to have the same attitude as Christ. How does this passage describe His attitude? In what ways do you see your attitude becoming more like Christ’s as you grow in your faith? Why will “all things” confess the Lordship of Jesus Christ? What is the relationship between Christ’s attitude and His kingdom authority?
 
Taking Action: This week, daily ask God to reveal any areas in your life that are not subjected to His Lordship. Repent, submit those things to God, and ask God for His grace to walk in newness of life – free from compromise and treason.

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RED LETTER SUMMER
(Pray like this )

Opening Prayer, Confession of Faith & Worship

Big Idea:
So, do you know how to pray? How we pray matters. In fact, Jesus instructed His disciples about prayer on more than one occasion and we call these instructions “The Lord’s Prayer.”

Summary:
Too often Christians can find themselves stuck in a rut of selfish prayers where God is reduced to a genie who is supposed to grant the three wishes of health, wealth, and personal happiness. Other times, prayer can be used by the spiritually puffed-up as a tool to impress others. Jesus corrected these misuses of prayer when he unpacked what we call, “The Lord’s Prayer”. This prayer is our Lord’s teaching and our Lord’s pattern concerning prayer and life. Let’s be very clear that the Lord’s Prayer was not given as a literary masterpiece to be merely admired; nor, was it designed to simply be recited as a rote prayer. Rather, it was given to be a pattern and basis of prayer for real people in the real world. It is intended to help us understand how to talk with God and how to live for Him.

The Lord’s Prayer is comprised of four distinct components: adoration (praising God’s attributes and character), confession (confession of our sins to God), thanksgiving (thanksgiving for the blessings we have received from Him), and lastly supplication (requests for ourselves and others). These vital components of prayer can be best remembered by the use of the acrostic ACTS:  adoration, confession, thanksgiving, and supplication.

Finally, prayer is vital because it is our opportunity to commune directly with God, celebrate His glorious attributes, and praise Him for His marvelous works. Jesus actually spoke of prayer very presumptuously when He introduced the topic of prayer with the statement,”When you pray.” Notice, He didn’t say if you pray. Jesus was a man who prayed, and He understands the essential role it plays in our lives. So, let’s take Jesus’ lead and pray His way.

Discussion Questions: (read the scripture & discuss)

Matthew 6:5-8 (this week, also read The Message version of this passage)
(1) Does our motivation for prayer matter? (2) Discuss what can make some prayers wrong. (3) How do you respond to the suggestion that the Lord’s Prayer is more than a prayer to recite, rather it is a model for communicating with God.

Matthew 6:9-15 (this week, also read The Message version of this passage)
(1) What significance is there in the use of the words “our” and “us” in this prayer? (2) Why should our heavenly Father’s name be held in awe and in the highest honor? (3) How can we hold his name high? (4) Discuss why it can be hard to accept the will of our heavenly Father. (5) How do you react to the suggestion that we should pray for our daily bread, forgiveness and deliverance from temptation, rather than for our comfort and happiness? (6) Finally, discuss the importance of asking for forgiveness and forgiving others.

Taking Action: Put Jesus’ pattern of prayer into action by making a conscience decision while in prayer to spend time adoring God, confessing your sins, thanking Him for His blessings, and lastly asking Him for help.

Ministry Time

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RED LETTER SUMMER
(The Beatitudes = happiness that lasts forever )

Opening Prayer, Confession of Faith & Worship

Big Idea:
Happiness in God’s economy is measured and acquired very differently than the happiness advanced by this world. The happiness of this world is achieved through self promotion and indulgence, while the blessings of God are the result of a surrendered life. The happiness of this world is fake and fleeting, while God’s prescription for happiness goes deep and lasts forever. 

Summary:
Jesus has reversed human values; He has turned this world inside-out and claims that happiness (true fulfillment and blessing) is not the result of fame, pleasure or money. Rather, happiness is the residue of a holy life that is submitted to God and His values. Here’s the worlds list of happy people: [1] the proud, [2] the boisterous, [3] the beautiful, [4] those who seek pleasure, [5] the rich and powerful, [6] the fun-loving and wild, [7] the bold, and [8] the popular. Now, let’s take a look at Jesus’ list of happy people: [1] the poor in spirit - someone that is spiritually humble; [2] those who mourn - grieve over their own sinfulness; Godly sorrow; [3] the meek - considerate, gentle, unassuming; [4] those who hunger and thirst for righteousness - desiring an obedient life. Jesus says, “ if you love me, you will obey me”; [5] the merciful - showing pity; [6] the pure in heart - personal purity, trying to live a life without sin; [7] the peacemakers - those who work toward friendly relations; [8] the persecuted - those who suffer for Christ’s sake.
 
So, which list best describes you – the worlds list or Jesus’ list? Which characteristics of happiness are you pursuing? (Feel free to stop and discuss in your group.)

Pursuing God’s definitions of happiness and blessing should not be intimidating, causing us to give up, or feeling that it is beyond our feeble efforts to achieve. God has given us all we need to be Beatitude happy – His powerful grace is enough. He is looking for our desire to strive for these characteristics and implant them in our daily lives. Remember, don’t worry, be HAPPY!

Discussion Questions: (read the scripture & discuss)

Matthew 5:1-12
Discuss why we experience true happiness and blessing when we live our lives like this. Which of these characteristics is hardest for you to exhibit? What can you do to make that characteristic part of your life? Discuss as a group. 

Ecclesiastes 2:10-11
How does this passage depict a life lived purely for personal gain and the happiness promoted by the world? What kind of things do we pursue that will ultimately bring disappointment and emptiness rather than happiness? 

2 Peter 1:3-4
What excuses do people give for not living-out the Beatitudes?  How does this passage encourage you? Discuss why it is possible to be truly happy.
 
Taking Action: Begin each day next week by meditating on the Beatitudes. Ask God to reveal to you a practical action that you can take in order to grow in one or more of the Beatitude characteristics today. Go for it and become Beatitude happy. 

Ministry Time

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RED LETTER SUMMER
(The revolution has begun)

Opening Prayer, Confession of Faith & Worship

Big Idea:
Jesus came into this world to start a revolution driven by repentance and the changing of the human heart, not by civil unrest or military action. We are called to join the revolution. But be warned, everything about your life will and must change.

Summary:
Jesus began His earthly ministry with the words, “Repent! For the kingdom of Heaven is at hand.” In other words, people needed to think differently because everything was about to be turned upside-down. Jesus was initiating the greatest revolution ever seen, by bringing the kingdom of Heaven to earth. This kingdom wasn’t going to expand by force, but by the transformation of the human heart. God’s revolutionary agenda is here, and it advances by servanthood, humility,  obedience, faith, hope, and love – beginning with the poorest, weakest, and meekest, and growing to become a movement that topples the power structures of this world. 

Are you ready to join the revolution? Are you ready to be a citizen of the Kingdom of God rather than this world? If so, here are four Kingdom essentials you must embrace and live-out. First, you must align yourself with Kingdom values. In every facet of life, you must know God’s way and live it. Second, you must accept Kingdom purposes. Your reason for living goes beyond worldly agendas and motives. You were created to love without limitation, to serve without hesitation, to worship without intimidation, and to share the gospel without fear of man. Third, you must embrace Kingdom relationships. You become a member of God’s family, not based on social status or physical DNA, but by choosing to accept and obediently follow Christ. Fourth, you must adopt kingdom priorities. What matters most to God must ultimately matter most to you. This stuff is revolutionary!

Discussion Questions: (read the scripture & discuss)

Matthew 5:3-10
How can we incorporate these kingdom values into our daily lives? Discuss the changes you need to make for this passage to describe you. Encourage each other to go for it, and hold one another accountable.

Matthew 6:33
What happens when we put God’s plans before ours? Share personal experiences.

Romans 12:1-2
How do we change our thoughts and actions to line up with the Kingdom of God? Discuss how reading God’s Word has renewed your minds and changed your thinking.
 
Taking Action:

1. Deepen your understanding of God’s Kingdom by reading through the gospel of Matthew with your family or friends.
2. Make every effort to attend the weekend services and bring someone with you to experience the “Red Letter Summer” at City of Grace.
3. Memorize the Beatitudes, and begin to implement Kingdom practices. Start by sharing Jesus with others. 

Ministry Time

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THE PROVING GROUND
(The importance of perseverance )

Opening Prayer, Confession of Faith & Worship (optional)

Big Idea:
Testing is a part of life and trials are inevitable. In fact, God uses trials in order to strengthen us, mature us, perfect our faith, and prepare us for His holy purposes. 

Summary:
This life is a proving ground of sorts; a place where our faith is tested on a daily basis. How we respond to the trials and temptations of life will either strengthen our faith or destroy it. As Christians, we must realize that trials are still inevitable and actually necessary for us in order to develop perseverance. Perseverance is the act of bearing-up under trials and living for God every day, even when it is hard. Perseverance must finish its work so that we may be perfected and our faith may be proven genuine. This process is similar to the tempering of steel: the heat, rather than destroying the steel, actually makes it stronger and more useful.

The military demonstrates this principle as they take a new recruit and build them into a soldier. They put the recruit through a series of very difficult tests: physical, emotion, mental, and relational. If the recruit perseveres, rather than “washes out”, they are fashioned into a lean, mean, fighting machine. They become “one of the few” because they have completed the training now stronger and tougher - proven for the field of battle.

Trials are the essential means God uses to develop Christian character. And, perseverance through trials gives evidence of true saving faith. How does going through tough times strengthen and prove our faith? It requires us to trust in God. It requires sincere dependence on God that is made evident in self-control and godly action. What is the result? God uses those who stand, even when times are tough, and He promotes those who persevere.

Discussion Questions: (read the scripture & discuss – use different translations)

James 1:2-4 & James 1:12
How does James say we should respond to the trials and temptations of life? Why is perseverance so important? What is the ultimate reward for those who persevere?

Hebrews 12:1-11
How does the writer of Hebrews say we should persevere (v.1-2)? Discuss how Christ’s perseverance should motivate us. Why does God discipline us and allow us to encounter trials? Share personal experiences of perseverance or discipline that resulted in maturity and growth.

2 Corinthians 4:16-18
What does Paul say our current struggles and trials are actually achieving for us? How does the temporal aspect of this life help us endure tough times?
 
Taking Action: Recognize the unique trials God brings into your life, consider why He may be bringing these times of testing, and ask Him for wisdom to face them in a way that will build perseverance and bring Him glory.

Ministry Time

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EXTREME HOME MAKEOVER
(Part 5: The Bedroom )

Opening Prayer, Confession of Faith & Worship (optional)

Big Idea:
We live in a culture that shamelessly promotes and engages in a distorted view of sex. The world has taken what God created for good and has used it for evil. As Christians, we are called to not conform to this world, but instead follow God’s guidelines.  

Summary:
God created sex and therefore, it is good. Let’s look at why God created sex. Genesis tells us that God told Adam and Eve to “be fruitful and multiply.” He also said that, “A man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife and they will become one flesh.” So, we see that God created sex for procreation, but He also used it to create a special intimacy between man and woman like nothing else could. This intimacy creates a powerful bond at all levels: physical, emotional, and spiritual. And this is why scripture is so clear that sex is designed only for the marriage relationship between one man and one woman. The boundaries are very simple and straightforward: do not have sex while not married, do not have sex outside your marriage, and do not selfishly withhold sex or force sex within your marriage.

However, to his own destruction, man has made a practice of venturing outside of God’s boundaries. Sexual sin has serious consequences spiritually, emotionally, and physically. Sexual sin is extremely hurtful because it is a sin against God, against others, and against our own bodies. Intentional disobedience of God’s command not to commit adultery dishonors and displeases Him. Conversely, God is pleased when His children choose obedience and self-control instead of the immediacy of pleasure outside of His wise, protective boundaries.

So, where sex is concerned, we can either choose God’s way and experience the incredible benefits and beauty of His plans or we can choose the world’s way, which leaves a huge wake of pain, destruction, and separation.

Discussion Questions: (You may want to discuss these questions in two separate groups: men only & women only.)

1 Corinthians 6:12-20
Why is sexual sin so bad? Who is it hurting? Give examples of how you can avoid sexual immorality.

1 Thessalonians 4:3-8
Contrast how the world views sex with how Christians should view sex. How can improper physical intimacy harm others? Is there a possibility of “getting away” with sexual sin?

1 Corinthians 7:2-5
Why can it be dangerous to withhold sex for long periods of time? How can sex be used selfishly in marriage?

Taking Action: Repent from any past sexual sins. Ask God to break any unhealthy emotional and spiritual ties created by past sexual sin.  Commit to remaining pure from this day forth so that you can honor God with your whole being. Ask God to forgive you and to give you the grace to live in victory.

Ministry Time

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EXTREME HOME MAKEOVER
(Part 4: The Family Room – building the entertainment center )

Opening Prayer, Confession of Faith & Worship (optional)

Big Idea:
Jesus said, “The eye is the lamp of the body.” What we allow ourselves to view and what we put into our minds matter greatly. This is definitely true as it relates to our entertainment choices.

Summary:
The Israelites placed armed guards at the entrance to the temple so that no unclean thing could enter and defile it. The apostle Paul said in 2 Corinthians that, “We are the temple of the living God.” Are we taking this seriously and, like temple guards, aggressively keeping the junk out? We cannot expect to live out the Christian life with much success if we fill ourselves up with the filth of this world. We are supposed to be aliens in this world. We are supposed to be in the world but not of it. When we invite the things of this world into our minds, they become part of us – we become part of the world. 

Have you heard the phrase “garbage in; garbage out?” Relating it to this topic, we are what we watch, read, or listen to. If we fill our minds with trashy movies, books, and music, we will end up with trashy minds and trashy behavior. As Christ-followers, most of the stuff in the movies and on TV should repulse us. Why, because it repulses Christ and is contrary to His very nature, which should be our nature when we are born again in Him.

The Corinthian Christians boasted that, “everything is permissible for me,” but Paul warned them that not everything is beneficial. He knew that they could become enslaved by those actions in which they “freely” indulged. So, how do we know if something is beneficial and appropriate? Here are a few tests: Does it lift-up biblical principles? Does it glorify God? Does it build-up you and others? Is your conscience clear? Would you watch it if Jesus was sitting next to you? (He is you know.) Build your entertainment center very carefully and choose your entertainment wisely. 

Discussion Questions: (read the Scripture & discuss)

Ephesians 5:1-7
If what we take into our lives affects us, then how significant are our entertainment choices? Are the potential consequences from a steady diet of worldly filth simply temporal or can they be eternal? Discuss how this might happen.

1 Corinthians 6:12
How does this scripture relate to our entertainment choices? Discuss examples of other things in life that are permissible, but not profitable.

Philippians 4:8
How can you use this passage when determining your entertainment choices? Spend a few minutes analyzing a few current TV shows and movies using these criteria.

Taking Action: Take time this week to prayerfully analyze your entertainment choices. Categorize them into three groups: good, bad, and neutral. Cut out the bad stuff immediately and spend time in God’s Word as a substitute. Share with your group the results.

Ministry Time

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EXTREME HOME MAKEOVER
(Part 3: The Kitchen - Communication)

Opening Prayer, Confession of Faith & Worship

Big Idea:
Sticks and stones may break my bones and words can REALLY hurt me. What we say and how we say it matters greatly, and good communication is essential to good relationships. 

Summary:
Good communication is a vital component of healthy marriages and other relationships, while bad communication is a relationship killer. The Bible indicates that communication skills are key to Christian discipleship. We are called to submit all areas of our lives to God - especially how we speak and communicate with one another. Selfishness and pride are huge barriers to wholesome communication. The prideful always want to be right, and the selfish always want their way. Both frequently use words to accomplish their impure motives. However, the communication between two people who have surrendered their lives to Christ and have humbled themselves will be gracious, polite, and encouraging instead of destructive. 

We must remember that good communication doesn’t just involve talking at someone, but also planning our words, listening, and encouraging. (1) Plan your words before you say them. Solomon said in Proverbs 16:23, “Intelligent people think before they speak.” That means you don’t wing-it and throw words around carelessly. (2) Be a good listener. “He who answers before listening - this is his folly and shame” Proverbs 18:13. Remember, we listen with our ears, but also with our eyes. Body language speaks volumes. If you’re like me, you like talking much more than listening, but a good communicator will seek to understand and then to be understood. (3) Any fool can be a critic, but the wise will lead with encouragement. Paul tells the Christians in Thessalonica to, “Encourage one another and build each other up.” Try to begin and end all communication by building up, not tearing down. Bottom line: If we love one another, it will show itself in how we communicate.

Discussion Questions: (read the Scripture & discuss)

James 3:5-12
Why is taming the tongue (what we say) so important? James says that fresh and salt water can’t both flow from the same spring; discuss how this relates to our communication. 

Proverbs 15:1-7
How do these passages expose the importance of our words? Discuss differences between good and bad communication.

Luke 6:45
Why should it deeply concern you when you speak harsh and abrasive words to others? What kind of change must take place in order for our communication to sincerely improve?

Taking Action: Make it a point this week to plan your words carefully and to listen to others before speaking. Also, go out of your way to be an encourager and build others up with your words. Make note of the results and share it with the group next week.

Ministry Time

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OPPOSITE WORLD
(Living as citizens of heaven)

Opening Prayer, Confession of Faith & Worship

Big Idea:
As Christians, we still live in the world, but we are not supposed to live like the world. We are called to be set apart and live in a place called “opposite world”.

Summary:
If you are in Christ, you are a new creation, and your life is forever different because your purpose for living has completely changed. With your new identity also comes a new allegiance and a new citizenship in the kingdom of heaven, which we’ll call opposite world. Let’s take a look at some of the differences between this world and opposite world. The kingdom of this world lifts up the popular, beautiful, bold, proud, rich, wealthy, wild, dangerous, fun-loving, and exciting. Jesus describes the citizens of His kingdom as humble, meek, thirsty for righteousness, merciful, pure in heart, peacemakers, and persecuted. Here’s the bottom line: a citizen of God’s kingdom will put the needs of others before themselves and will find their blessings in serving the desires of the King rather than their own.

Repentance, the act of changing our thinking and our purpose for living, is essential as we make the move to opposite world and a life lived for Christ. In fact, we can’t follow Christ without repentance. We can’t turn to Him without turning from our old ways of thinking and living. This is because we can’t serve two masters. We can’t truly hold onto Christ without letting go of the world. We come to a fork in the road of life. We can’t go both directions - thus, the need for repentance. Which path will we choose: this world or opposite world? Will we continue living for ourselves or live solely for Christ?

With that said, we have to remember that we are not called to totally abandon this world, but instead we are called to be salt and light in this world. This means that we must engage this world by sharing the love of Christ and the truth of the gospel with others. We must live like Christ, treat others like Christ would treat them, and tell others about Him. Therefore, let’s live the rest of our lives as citizens of opposite world, while putting the kingdom of God into practice in this world.

Discussion Questions: (read the Scripture & discuss)

Matthew 5:1-12
How does Jesus describe a citizen of opposite world? Discuss how these character qualities should be demonstrated in our lives. How does this differ from the qualities promoted by this world?

Matthew 6:19-24
Why should we invest in God’s kingdom instead of this world? Because our allegiance can’t be divided, how do we serve God instead of this world? What are some things that we must lay down?

Matthew 5:13-16
What happens if we don’t embrace the ways of opposite world, but instead revert back to the ways of this world? Discuss real ways that we can be salt and light in today’s culture.  

Taking Action: Examine your life and determine if you have a divided allegiance. Repent by correcting your thinking and submitting all areas of your life to God.

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EXTREME HOME MAKEOVER
(Part 2: The Front Porch—Single Life)

Opening Prayer, Confession of Faith & Worship

Big Idea:
The church tends to fall into a “one size fits all” mentality and marriage is often promoted as an essential and favored experience for Christians. However, God does not call us all to marriage, but He does call us all to an undivided devotion to Him.

Summary:
God has a specific purpose and plan for each of our lives and we are all expected to cooperate with Him. We are called to serve God, and our life decisions must all be based on His will. This is especially true when it comes to our marital status. For many, God’s perfect plan involves marriage and the raising of children. However, for others God’s perfect plan is best accomplished through a life of singleness. While marriage is a God-ordained institution, the Bible never insists that everyone be married. In fact, being single can actually provide increased access and ability to serve the purposes of God and His Kingdom. The Apostle Paul, for example, did not have to worry about the extra concerns that come with marriage and family. In fact, he admits that he would not have been such a useful messenger to all of us if he had been married.

Staying single so that you can serve the kingdom of God is a very noble motive. However, staying single for selfish reasons is almost always a twisted motive, because as Christians we are not called to live for ourselves, but for Christ. Our desires must be His desires. We must put aside all selfishness and vain conceit and align our lives with His will.

Remember, everyone’s priority must be to God, whether single or married. Being single gives us more time and energy to be devoted to the work of God. But, being married doesn’t give us an excuse to not be fully devoted to Him. If you are single, embrace your singleness as a gift and a unique opportunity to glorify God. Pour your life into your first-love: Jesus Christ. Stop asking, “Why am I alone”, and start asking, “God, why am I here?” God will show you and He will do things in you and through you beyond what you could ever imagine or hope for.

Discussion Questions: (read the Scripture & discuss)

Matthew 19:12
Does Jesus say that marriage is for everyone? What are some reasons people stay single?

1 Corinthians 7:7-9
How did Paul view his singleness? What is a clear indication that you should not stay single, but instead marry? Why is it better to marry in this case? How can we apply this truth of not placing ourselves in the middle of unnecessary temptation to other areas of our life? 

1 Corinthians 7:32-35
Every one of us must be fully devoted to the Lord. Why might this be easier for a single person? If you are married, how can you make sure your undivided devotion is to the Lord?

Taking Action: Single or married, examine your life and see if it is fully devoted to God and His purposes. God must be #1. So, are there things in your life that need to be removed or demoted? Make a list and begin the renovation for the glory of God.

Ministry Time