Our faith journey calls us to trust God with every part of our lives. What gifts can we offer, what comfort zones must we leave, and how is He calling us to deeper trust? Let’s open our hearts to His plans, allowing Him to shape and transform us.
REVIEW: Allow Jesus to Use What You Have
- READ: 1 Peter 4:10 "As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God’s varied grace."
- DISCUSS: Peter had a boat. What is one specific gift, talent, or resource you can intentionally use this week to serve others and glorify God?
REVIEW: Allow Jesus to Push You Into Deeper Water
- READ: Hebrews 11:6 "And without faith, it is impossible to please Him, for whoever would draw near to God must believe that He exists and that He rewards those who seek Him."
- DISCUSS: What areas of comfort might you need to leave behind to grow in faith?
REVIEW: Allow Jesus to Exceed Your Expectations
- READ: Ephesians 3:20 "Now to Him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us."
- DISCUSS: How would your expectations change if you fully trusted God to do more than you can imagine in your current situation?
REVIEW: God’s Blessings Often Create New Challenges
- READ: 2 Corinthians 4:7 "But we have this treasure in jars of clay, to show that the surpassing power belongs to God and not to us."
- DISCUSS: How can you trust God to guide you and sustain you when His blessings bring unexpected challenges?
REVIEW: The Journey of Faith Never Ends
- READ: Philippians 1:6 "And I am sure of this, that He who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ."
- DISCUSS: What is one way you sense God continuing to grow or shape you in your journey of following Jesus?
ASK:
What else did you get from this week's sermon? What actions or next steps can you take to apply it to your life?
PRAY:
Heavenly Father, we thank You for calling us to follow You. We confess the times we’ve held back in fear or sought comfort over obedience. Teach us to trust You fully and use what we have for Your glory. Strengthen us by Your Spirit to step out in faith and experience the abundance You have for us. In Jesus’ name, amen.
INVITATION TO RESPOND
This week, spend time in intentional reflection and prayer, asking God to reveal areas where you’ve sought security in comfort or familiarity. Commit to taking one step into "deeper waters," trusting God to meet you there.