Harris Creek Baptist Church

Are you content with what you have been given or do you groan and grumble? Do you live a generous life looking for opportunities to share with someone in need? Nate looks to Exodus 16 to show us how much God loves us and wants to provide exactly what we need for our tomorrow. For God so loved us He provided His son, Jesus, for us. He is Jehovah Jireh; the Lord will provide.  Exodus 16       1) We doubt that God will provide what we need       2) God desires to provide for His children       3) We take more provision than what we needLife Group Questions:       1) I’d be happier if I had _______________.       2) What are you overindulging in?        3) Do you take more than you need because you fear God won’t provide?       4) What has God provided for you this year?

As we wrap up our series, “Forged,” JP shows us three unavoidable obstacles that are found in Scripture and how to combat them. JP looks to 1 Peter to show us how anxiety, temptation and suffering can be combated with a Kingdom first mindset. 1 Peter 5:6-10       1) In anxiety, humble yourself       2) In temptation, resist the devil       3) In suffering, practice patienceLife Group Questions:       1) When faced with anxiety, how can you effectively cast those burdens on the Lord knowing how much He cares for you?       2) Was there a time when you were hesitant to bring sin to the light out of fear that others wouldn’t understand? What is a verse that you have clung to when faced with temptation?       3) What is a way that you can help others practice patience in times of suffering? Explain a time where you were shown grace in the midst of suffering. 

As we continue in our series, “Forged,” JP reminds us that humility is key for a healthy church body. JP looks to 1 Peter to show us how church elders and members must serve one another with an eager heart. 1 Peter 5:1-51) For the church to work, you must have humble elders2) Church leaders must serve with humble motives3) For church to work, you must have humble membersLife Group Questions:1) How have you seen the church impacted in a positive way through our elders?2) How can you grow in serving one another in humility?3) Do you find yourself convicted of consumerism? What are ways that your output can be greater than your input?

As we continue in our series, “Forged,” JP reminds us that Christians must lean closer to God in times of suffering because He is sanctifying us. JP looks to 1 Peter to show us five things we should not do in suffering. As we seek to become more like Christ, we must rejoice in suffering because our Savior suffered for us on our behalf.1 Peter 4:12-19       1) Do not be surprised in suffering       2) Do not be discouraged in suffering       3) Do not be guilty in suffering       4) Do not be ashamed in suffering        5) Do not suffer outside of God’s will because our Savior suffered for us on our behalf.Life Group Questions:1. JP shared that approximately 13 Christians are killed each day for sharing their faith. How can you be diligent to pray for those who are being persecuted for their faith? How can you grow in sharing your faith with others?2. What is a spiritual discipline that you have seen growth in after experiencing a time of suffering?3. Has there been a time when you suffered because of sin? How

As we continue in our series, “Forged,” JP reminds us that we are called to live as though Jesus is returning in our lifetime. JP looks to 1 Peter to show us how we should use our gifts to serve the body of Christ with sacrificial love. If we are truly living on mission for Christ, we wouldn’t have the desire to change how we live our lives on the day He returns. 1 Peter 4:7-11       1) Pray with perspective       2) Love without lamenting       3) Glorify God with your gifts

Where do we find peace? As we continue in our series, “Forged,” Dale reminds us that peace is found with God. Dale looks to 1 Peter to remind us that our job as believers is to tell everyone the good news despite experiencing worldly bad news.1 Peter 3:18-4:6       1) Christ has triumphed over evil       2) No matter the suffering, we do God’s will       3) Everyone will give an accountLife Group Questions: 1) When you come to a difficult or "bumpy" passage in the Bible, how do you approach the text?2) In the context of recent events, how do you hold on to the peace of knowing that Christ has already achieved victory?3) In what ways have you suffered or been persecuted for your beliefs? How has that impacted your faith?

As we continue in our series, “Forged,” JP reminds us that dealing with conflict must be handled in a way that reflects Christ. JP looks to 1 Peter to remind us that the mark of a spiritually mature person is one who loves God, understands how they are loved by God, and is a conduit of God’s love toward others.1 Peter 3:8-181) Love each other2) Repay evil with blessing3) Christ is the goal

As we continue in our series, “Forged,” Nate reminds us that the best spouse makes their marriage centered around Jesus. Nate looks to 1 Peter to remind us that for a marriage to glorify the Lord, you must put your spouse first before the needs of yourself. Believers in Christ are called to serve each other through marriage in the same way that Jesus serves the members of His body.1 Peter 3:1-71) Wives submit to their husbands2) Seek a beauty that does not fade3) Husbands live with your wives in an understanding way

As we continue in our series, “Forged,” JP reminds us that believers in Christ are called to submit to authority. JP looks to 1 Peter to remind us that to best submit to authority, we must first seek to glorify the Lord and be representatives of his Word. 1 Peter 2:13-25 1) Submit to every human authority 2) Submit unfair authority 3) God is our ultimate authority

As we continue in our series, Forged, JP reminds us that earth is not our home; our earthly calling is to make disciples of Christ. JP looks to 1 Peter to remind us of God’s grace as we push through the spiritual war over our hearts.1 Peter 2:11-12       1) We are not home       2) We are at war       3) It’s not fair

As we continue in our series, “Forged”, Nate reminds us that our Savior is the cornerstone; the foundation on which our faith stands upon. He shows us that we must hold strong to the rock of our faith, even as the world stumbles over Him. Nate points to 1 Peter to show us that where we stand matters!Peter 2:4-101) Our Savior is the stone on which we are shaped2) Our Savior is the stone on which the world stumbles3) Our Savior is the stone on which our title is secured

As we continue in our series, “Forged”, JP reminds us of what it means to live a life devoted to holiness. He reminds us that we are called to live set apart from the things of this world while we point people toward the cross.1) Prepare your mind to live a holy life2) Persevere in holiness, knowing who paid for it3) Practice holiness with people of God’s Word

When we know who we are before God, we can know how to live before man. As start our new series, Forged, Peter sets up his first book. He lets his readers know who they are in Christ and all the benefits found in Him.1) In Jesus, we are elect exiles2) In Jesus, we have an imperishable inheritance3) In Jesus, we are shielded by God's power

When we find ourselves in desperation, darkness, and the light around us seems to be fading; what do we do? Where do we turn? David, in Psalm 143 understands what it's like to have the spirit within him "appalled" and overcome with fear and pain. In his desperation, he shows us the power of bringing our trials before an Almighty God, remembering His character of old, and obeying His commands despite a lack of peace. If you feel stuck in a dark place, Psalm 143 is for you.1) Bring Our Troubles To God2) Remember All That God has Done3) Do what God Asks of You

As we continue our series, "Soundtracks" Derek teaches through Psalm 121. He shows us through this Psalm how we can have Hope for the Journey.1) Our God Helps2) Our God Sees3) Our God Protects

As we continue our series, "Soundtracks", Tedashii teaches through Psalm 67. He teaches us the desire of this psalm is to let the whole world know and praise God, and the way we do that is to be a blessing to others.1) Blessings do not come to you. They flow through you.2) God blesses us because He loves us.3) God blesses us so we can bless others.

Who do you turn to in times of trouble? As we continue our series, "Soundtracks", JP teaches through Psalm 46. He reminds us through this Psalm that God is our protection, peace, and ever present help in time of trouble.1) The Protection of God is ever present2) The Power of God Prevails3) God's Protection and power gives peace to his people 

Too often we don’t have a response to spiritual drought. As we continue our series, "Soundtrack", Dale teaches through Psalm 42, This Psalm helps us understand how we can respond to spiritual drought and how we can maturely relate to God in our drought. 1) Longing for God is normal2) Lament to God with honor and honesty3) Lift yourself up with hope