Faithful & Focused

Focused on Finishing

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Hebrews 12:1–3 (NLT) — 1 Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a huge crowd of witnesses to the life of faith, let us strip off every weight that slows us down, especially the sin that so easily trips us up. And let us run with endurance the race God has set before us. 2 We do this by keeping our eyes on Jesus, the champion who initiates and perfects our faith. Because of the joy awaiting him, he endured the cross, disregarding its shame. Now he is seated in the place of honor beside God’s throne. 3 Think of all the hostility he endured from sinful people; then you won’t become weary and give up.

FORGET THE PAST

“Let us strip off every weight that slows us down”
What is slowing you down?
1. Forget your past regrets.
2. Forget your past failures.
3. Forget your past identity.
4. Forget your good ol’ days.
5. Forget unforgiveness.
Philippians 3:13 (NLT) — “13 No, dear brothers and sisters, I have not achieved it, but I focus on this one thing: Forgetting the past and looking forward to what lies ahead,”

FILTER THE PRESENT

“Especially the sin that trips us up”
There are things about the present that are entangling you:
1. Filter out Sin
2. Filter out Distraction
3. Filter out Competition
4. Filter out Thoughts that trip you up
Philippians 4:8 (NLT) — 8 And now, dear brothers and sisters, one final thing. Fix your thoughts on what is true, and honorable, and right, and pure, and lovely, and admirable. Think about things that are excellent and worthy of praise.

FULFILL YOUR DESTINY

“And let us run with endurance the race God has set before us.”
Focus on the finish line!
1. Your future identity
2. Your future reward
3. Your future calling

FOCUS ON JESUS

“We do this by keeping our eyes on Jesus, the champion who initiates and perfects our faith. Because of the joy awaiting him, he endured the cross, disregarding its shame. Now he is seated in the place of honor beside God’s throne.”
Focus on learning Him.
Focus on knowing Him.
Focus on pleasing Him.

Faithful & Focused

As we navigate the complexities and turmoil of our world, let us remember that our strength lies in remaining steadfast in our faith and resolute in our purpose. In our series Faithful & Focused, we will be inspired and challenged to remain faithful and stay focused on the mission God has set before us.

5 Part Series

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Assets & Files

Part 1: Dark Days, Double Dose

In this message, we'll explore and understand how in these dark days, we're called to be spiritually awake and discerning of what's right and wrong so we can better follow Christ.

Part 2: Faithful in the House

Faithfulness is the gold standard for God... in this message we'll talk through and be challenged yet encouraged to stay faithful in the house of the Lord.

Part 3: The Faithful, Loyal Love of God

Seasons change but God remains the same. In the midst of uncertain times, discover the covenant that God makes with us and how we can remain faithful to the Lord in everyday life.

Part 4: Focused On Finishing

It's good to start but better to finish! In this message, we'll be encouraged to stay motivated and focused on winning the prize set before us.

Part 5: Choose a Focus

There are so many choices to choose in life... in today's message, learn and be encouraged to FOCUS on God's Kingdom.