Psalm 143

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• For an in-depth look at the book of Psalms, consider this helpful BibleProject video.

• Listen to the song, “Revive me,” as an additional way to meditate on Psalm 143.

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• Psalm 143 is a prayer of David. Pick a section to share with someone who needs God’s mercy and help this week, commit to praying these verses for them.

• Rewrite verse 10-11 in your own words. How can you share these Truths through your words and actions this week?

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• Do you have a teachable heart (v.10)? What “level ground” do you need the good Spirit to lead you on?

• Share honestly about a time when you felt crushed, persecuted, or overwhelmed. Personalize v.11 as a prayer for one another.

• Explore 1 Samuel 8:1-7 and 2 Samuel 7:1-6 together to prepare for next week’s sermon.

Exodus 3:1-15; 33:12-34:10

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• Watch this video to learn what took place between God’s covenant with Abraham and Moses leading God’s people out of Egypt.

• To better appreciate “God’s glory” check out this article.

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• God’s desire has always been to dwell with His people. How can you practically show those around you this week that God dwells in you through his Holy Spirit?

• Pay attention to the evidence of God’s glory all around you. Make a point of telling someone this week about His glory and goodness!

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• Moses didn’t want the promised land if God’s presence wasn’t there. What desires in your life can compete with God’s presence?

• How has God revealed his glory to you? What practices help you to focus on God’s and maintain a hunger for His presence?

• Explore Psalm 143:1-12 together to prepare for next week’s sermon.

Genesis 12:1-4, 15:1-16, 17:1-8

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• God’s unconditional promise (12:2-3) is called the Abrahamic Covenant, learn more in this article.

• Look up “promise” in a dictionary. Which definition best fits God’s covenant promise to Abraham?

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• God called Abraham to trust and follow him, no matter what. Who can you encourage to also to trust and follow God’s voice?

• Turn God’s promise in 15:1into a prayer. Use it daily, to pray for yourself and those around you!

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• Where in your life are you being invited to trust and follow God no matter the cost?

• “Presence precedes promise.” How can we help one another seek His presence, so that we have peace in His promises?

• Explore Gen. 12:1-4, 15:1-6, 17:1-8 together to prepare for next week’s sermon.

Genesis 3:1-10, 11:1-9 CSB

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• For the back story of the serpent (the satan), watch this BibleProject video.

• For Bible verses detailing the far-reaching effects of the fall, read this article.

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• How has sin damaged relationships in your life? Write out a prayer for reconciliation. Ask God to show you clear next steps for that relationship.

• God graciously pursues, provides for, and protects sinners. How does knowing this help us cover difficult people with love and grace?

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• Like Adam and Eve, what is causing you to hide in fear/shame right now? Confess that and allow someone to pray over you.

• In what ways do we try to save ourselves? How can we release those areas to the Lord and rest in His sufficient salvation?

• Explore Gen. 12:1-4, 15:1-6, 17:1-8 together to prepare for next week’s sermon.