The Point of Low Points
Series: The Point of Low Points
A Study of the life of Joseph
Looking at the life of Joseph we see a story filled with moments of low points. Yet through all of this, he emerged as an example of faithfulness and triumph through the plan of God. We can look at his life and find encouragement paired with life principles as we go through our own low points.
Lesson Six - Reviving Dead Dreams
Joseph is now leaving the low post of being falsely accused and finds himself in prison. Joseph kept his character and heart for God throughout all this time and is familiar with dreams. Joseph helps two men in prison with him and interprets their dreams. However, when one is freed, he forgets Joseph. How will Joseph relate to his dream while interpreting others and seeing those come to pass while he waits for his destiny? Joseph will show us the heart of a dreamer, and the importance of never letting go of your God dreams.
Key Scriptures:
- Genesis 40
- Genesis 41:38-45
Lesson Five - Combatting Unjust Accusations
Joseph would have to face unjust accusation in the next low point that he found himself in. Completely blamed and accused for something that I did not do. How did Joseph respond to these lies? How do we respond when we are falsely accused by people around us? What about our adversary who accuses us constantly?
Key Scriptures:
- Genesis 39
- Revelation 12:7-12
Lesson Four - Meeting Betrayal
The next low point would define Joseph and his future. It would create chasms between relationships and yet bring him to his future. This low point would break him in many different ways. How did he respond to it? How do we react and get over the feelings of betrayal?
Key Scriptures:
- Genesis 37:17-36
Lesson Three - Confronting Confusion
Often times we need direction in our lives. But what happens when we get direction but don’t know where to go next? It’s in times of searching for direction confusion can be something that creeps in. How do we respond to confusion?
Key Scriptures:
- Genesis 37:1-15
- Isaiah 53:6
Lesson Two - Facing Loss
Last week we saw that even in Joseph's conception and birth, hardship was found. Joseph would later lose someone very close to him at a young age and go through his first low point. This week we'll look at Joseph's loss and the potential fruitfulness found when we submit to the master gardener and His plan.
Key Scriptures:
- Genesis 35:16-20
- 1 Corinthians 3:9
Lesson One
What does it mean to have low points? What do low points look like? How does God work in these low points?
Key Scriptures:
- Job 14:1
- Romans 8:18-31
The Unflawed Leader
Series: "The Unflawed Leader" - Sept. 1, 2024 - Oct. 13, 2024
Creating a Culture of Christlike Wellness in the Local Church
In this series, we will work to unpack the means and methods used by Jesus as the most transformative disciple maker and leader in human history. This six week course will focus on key aspects of Christian living that, when followed, build a foundation of personal improvement. Strong churches are made of strong individuals, and there is no better example for each us than Jesus Christ. Together we can glean from practical examples on how to build a church culture that builds its members and draws in the hurting and weary.
Lesson Six
And now, we come to the end. We have looked at many of the ways Jesus modeled God toward us and for our benefit. Yet, like any race, we too must keep our eyes on the goal. In fact, every step we take going forward should have that goal in mind. Let us look at building a culture of Christ-like love that can outlast each of us. Let us finish well.
Key Scriptures and Outcomes
- John 15:1-17
- Acts 6:1-7
- Isaiah 46: 3-11
Lesson Five
Having looked at setting aside our own will to follow His, taking care of ourselves, pursuing peace, and listening to the Good Shepherd’s voice, we are moving toward the end of our series. With week five we must look more closely at discipleship. Can we find ways to change our world as Jesus did? Of course we can! We couldn’t be Christlike if we ignored the great commission.
Key Scriptures and Outcomes
- Titus 2:1-15
- John 17: 1-26
- Mark 10:23 - 31, 35-45
Lesson Four
We have established that our hope is entirely in Jesus. We are to trust Him more than ourselves, to grow in His kingdom, and to rely on the peace He provides us to take us through life’s storms. Having gone over these things, we must now seek to know Him more, and in knowing Him we can better follow His steps.
Key Scriptures and Outcomes
- 1 Peter 1:18-25
- John 10: 1-16
- Matthew 7:13-29
Lesson Three
Previously, we looked at how having a right attitude leads us to take care of ourselves so as to grow and begin producing spiritual fruit. This week we will dig into specific ways we must withstand the pressure of the world and culture to seek after more precious things of God. Through prayer and meditation on holy things, we will have fellowship with Jesus and strengthen our brothers and sisters in Christ.
Key Scriptures and Outcomes
- Romans 12:9-21
- Romans 14:14-21
- Philippians 4:4-9
- Philippians 3:7-11
Lesson Two
In our previous class, we saw how we must work to not follow our own human nature but must be like Jesus in attitude, word, and deed if we are going to build a culture of wellness in our church. This week we will look at how we can improve our effectiveness in the kingdom of God by improving ourselves first. When we set the right kinds of goals and pursue them the right way, God will surely bless us.
Key Scriptures and Outcomes
- Luke 2:41-52
- Matthew 5:1-16
- Galatians 5:16-26, 6:1-5
Lesson One
Once we are part of God’s family, we must take that first step toward truly being Christian (like Him). His sacrifice was perfect and so one death on the cross was sufficient. However, we are not perfect, and Paul exhorts us to die daily. Obviously, he doesn’t mean actual death, so what is he talking about and why would we do it?
Focus Scriptures:
- Psalm 51:1&11
- Philippians 2:1-13
- John 12:20-26
Spiritual Gifts
Series: "Spiritual Gifts" - July 7, 2024 - August 25, 2024
The apostle Paul was emphatic that the New Testament church be familiar with and actively exercise the gifts of the Spirit. Combining scriptural analysis with contemporary examples, David K. Bernard describes the supernatural spiritual gifts of revelation, power, and utterance that God has granted His church. He draws from numerous personal experiences in church planting and overseas missions on five continents, as well as years of biblical study, to paint a vivid portrait of the spiritual gifts of I Corinthians 12. Bernard explains, 'Every Spirit-filled person can potentially exercise any of the spiritual gifts as God wills and enables, and God intends for them to operate within every local body of believers.' He challenges, 'Let us allow God's Spirit to flow through us, and let us exercise simple faith to receive God's miraculous gifts.' You will be both enlightened and inspired as you read biblical and modern accounts of the gifts of the Spirit.
And He Prayed Again
Series: "And He Prayed Again" - May 19, 2024 - June 23, 2024
Elijah was a powerful prophet and an example of a prayer warrior. In these lessons we will discover the concepts that Elijah modeled in his prayers. Expect to learn how to breathe fresh life into your personal prayer time!
And It Was GOOD - The Wonder of Creation
Series: "And It Was GOOD" - April 7 - May 12, 2024
The Wonder of Creation: According to Genesis, everything we see was created by God. Yet, as adults, we can sometimes lose our ability to grasp the wonder of God's creation. In this series, Jeremy Painter encourages us to revisit the wonder of creation through the eyes of a child. If creation is awe-inducing, how much more the creator?
Follow to Lead
Series - "Follow To Lead" - February 18 - March 24, 2024
Jesus’ command to “go make disciples” is the foundational precept of the Great Commission. In this series we will explore the church’s critical mandate to make disciples from biblical, theoretical, and practical viewpoints. This series will motivate and encourage every believer to make disciples.
Four Tables
Series - "Four Tables" - January 7 - February 11, 2024
We all want a life of meaning and purpose, and almost everywhere we turn someone is telling us how to find fulfillment. And despite all those voices of guidance, our modern culture is one of loneliness, anxiety and depression. What if God has other plans for us, and we have missed them? In this compact series by Rev. Ken Gurley, we will explore the big questions in life like:
- What is my purpose for being here?
- Where do I fit in the kingdom of God?
- What is my place and where do I belong?
In searching for these answers, we will unlock God's heart and design for his most beloved creation, people. Join us as we unwrap the Four Tables.