SERMON NOTES:
“Values are the motivational flame of the church. They are shared convictions that guide actions and reveal your strengths. They distinguish your philosophy of ministry and shape your culture and ethos. Values answer the question, “WWDWWD?”
At Point of Grace we highly Value:
· Tangible Grace
· Relentless Dependence
· Unconnected People - Jesus passionately engaged those far from Him ... so?
· Personal Transformation
Luke 15 3 Then Jesus told them this parable: 4 “Suppose one of you has a hundred sheep and loses one of them. Doesn’t he leave the ninety-nine in the open country and go after the lost sheep until he finds it? 5 And when he finds it, he joyfully puts it on his shoulders 6 and goes home. Then he calls his friends and neighbors together and says, ‘Rejoice with me; I have found my lost sheep.’
Luke 15 24 For this son of mine was dead and is alive again; he was lost and is found.’ So they began to celebrate….
31 “‘My son,’ the father said, ‘you are always with me, and everything I have is yours. 32 But we had to celebrate and be glad, because this brother of yours was dead and is alive again; he was lost and is found.’”
2 Corinthians 520 We are therefore Christ’s ambassadors, as though God were making his appeal through us. We implore you on Christ’s behalf: Be reconciled to God.
Highly valuing “unconnected people” might be demonstrated at PoG by:
• JOY
• Alpha or something better
• Hospitality
• Pray and Invite
Study Guide
Solitude, Scripture & Prayer
Find a quiet place and 15 minutes.
Solitude – Spend TWO minutes quietly alone. Take some deep breaths… Just be… … ”Holy Spirit, speak to me through Your Word!”
Scripture – Read slowly, out loud if possible, listen, reread, dwell, notice words & phrases you are drawn to & return there!
Prayer – Have a conversation with God, “What are You saying to me, God?” Talk about what you notice is on your heart.
Finish - Spend TWO minutes again with God
Monday – Luke 15:1-10
Tuesday – Luke 15:11-24
Wednesday – Luke 15:25-32
Thursday – 2 Corinthians 5:14-21
Friday – Matthew 23:37-39
Saturday – Psalm 23
