Promises Kept

Jonathan Shradar preaches on Malachi to conclude our Minor Prophets series. God accomplishes his promises.

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Questions to keep the conversation going:

Why does “normal” make it easy to ignore the whispers of God? How do we stay attuned to his way and word when things are most comfortable?

How does the promise of Malachi give us a purpose to live?

How do we stay confident and content while we are waiting on promises to come through?

What are the things God is calling you “beyond normal?”

The King We Need

Jonathan Shradar preaches on Zechariah. The hope of Jesus sustains us.

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Questions to Keep the Conversation Going:

What are the “small things” we find ourselves despising and how might we surrender those to Jesus?

Why is it difficult for us to believe that God pursues and wants us?

What does Zechariah tell us that God will do to claim his people?

What has to give for us to live under the rule of Jesus as King?

How is the future of peace a comfort in our present?

Build the House

Jonathan Shradar preaches on Haggai. We can lean into the purpose of God because he is with us and building something better than we can imagine.

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Questions to keep the conversation going:

What are our areas of neglect that we need to get back to building? How has the last year galvanized this reality for you?

How do we shift our expectations to match the promise of God?

Is there a way to know he is with us? How can we strengthen our faith in this truth?

What are the things the Lord uses to build his church? How can we partner toward these things?

How does the future glory of God excite you? Should it?

The Sweep & The Song

Jonathan Shradar preaches on Zephaniah. Repentance and restoration are fueled by the love of God.

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Questions to keep the conversation going:

How does the Day of the Lord serve as motivation or awakening for God's people?

Why is it difficult for us to come to God humbly in need?

What does repentance look like for those that are in Christ?

How does the love of God motivate us to live for restoration now?