The Waymaker's Misfit

Theme Verse: “So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.” — 1 Corinthians 10:31 (NIV) Welcome & Intentional Start Let’s start with a quiet moment to set our focus on God's greatness and purpose for our lives. Opening Prayer: Lord, we want our lives to reflect Your goodness and bring You glory. Help us to honor You in the big things and in the everyday moments. Teach us to live with intention and joy as we serve You in all that we do. In Jesus' name, amen. Worship Worship with songs and Scripture that magnify the glory of God: “Be Glorified” – Chris Tomlin “Build My Life” – Pat Barrett Psalm 115:1 – "Not to us, Lord, not to us but to Your name be the glory..." Use this time to lift your heart and align your focus on honoring God. Scripture Reading Begin with the theme verse , 1 Corinthians 10:31. For deeper context, read 1 Corinthians 10:23–31 , where Paul speaks about freedom, responsibility, and pu...

Theme Verse: “Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.” — Galatians 6:9 (NIV) Welcome & Intentional Start Let’s come into this time with open hearts, asking God to renew our strength. Opening Prayer: Father, sometimes we grow tired, discouraged, or uncertain. But You promise that our faithful efforts are not in vain. Refresh us today, and give us the endurance to keep going. Help us to trust Your perfect timing and continue doing good, even when results seem far away. In Jesus' name, amen. Worship These songs and Scripture focus on God's faithfulness and our call to press on: “Do It Again” – Elevation Worship “There Was Jesus” – Zach Williams & Dolly Parton Isaiah 40:31 – "But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength..." Let worship remind you that God is with you through every season. Scripture Reading Begin with the theme verse , Galatians 6:9. Then rea...

Theme Verse: “Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others.” — 1 Peter 4:10 (NIV) Welcome & Intentional Start Let’s open our hearts to how God has uniquely equipped each of us to serve. Opening Prayer: Lord, thank You for giving us gifts and talents to be used for Your glory. Help us recognize those gifts and use them well—not for our own praise, but to serve and love others. Show us how we can make a difference right where we are. In Jesus' name, amen. Worship Let these songs and Scripture help you reflect on God's purpose for your life: “Do Something” – Matthew West Romans 12:6–8 – "We have different gifts, according to the grace given to each of us..." Worship the Giver of every good and perfect gift. Scripture Reading Begin with the theme verse , 1 Peter 4:10. Then read 1 Peter 4:7–11 , which emphasizes living for God, loving others deeply, and using our gifts to serve with strength and grace. Discussion ...

Theme Verse: “For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.” — Ephesians 2:10 (NIV) Welcome & Intentional Start Let’s begin by remembering who we are and whose we are. Opening Prayer: Creator God, thank You for forming us with purpose and love. Remind us today that we are Your workmanship—intentionally made and uniquely equipped for the work You've planned for us. Stir our hearts to walk in that purpose with joy. In Jesus' name, amen. Worship Celebrate God's design and purpose with these songs and Scripture: “Canvas and Clay” – Pat Barrett Psalm 139:13–14 – "For You created my inmost being... I am fearfully and wonderfully made." Worship the One who designed you with care and called you with intention. Scripture Reading Start with the theme verse , Ephesians 2:10. To better understand your identity in Christ, read Ephesians 2:1–10 , which speaks of God's grace, salv...

Rethinking spiritual growth through grace, relationship, and purpose We talk a lot about spiritual growth in Christian circles—but rarely do we slow down and ask what it actually looks like. For some, growth is tied to how many Bible studies they attend or how consistent their prayer journal is. For others, it’s about emotional highs during worship or a long to-do list of “good Christian” habits. And while none of those things are wrong, they don’t always reflect what’s happening deep within the soul. There have been seasons in my own life where I felt like I was growing because I was busy doing “spiritual” things—yet I was overwhelmed, burned out, or simply going through the motions. Other times, I wasn’t doing anything impressive at all… but I noticed I was worrying less, trusting more, and letting go of burdens I didn’t need to carry. And that’s when it hit me: Spiritual growth isn’t about doing more for God. It’s about becoming more like Christ. Sometimes that looks like jou...

Theme Verse: “He is not here; He has risen, just as He said.” — Matthew 28:6 (NIV) Welcome & Intentional Start Let’s enter this time with hearts full of joy and gratitude for the resurrection of Jesus! Opening Prayer: Risen Savior, thank You for defeating death and rising in victory! Today, we celebrate the hope that is alive because You are alive. Fill our hearts with resurrection joy and remind us that nothing is impossible with You. In Your powerful name, amen. Worship Celebrate the resurrection with these powerful songs and Scripture: “Glorious Day” – Passion / Kristian Stanfill “Because He Lives (Amen)” – Matt Maher Psalm 118:24 – "This is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it." Let the truth of Easter breathe fresh life into your worship. Scripture Reading Begin with the theme verse , Matthew 28:6. Read the full resurrection account in Matthew 28:1–10 to experience the joy and wonder of that first Easter morning. Discussion ...

So you’ve started to question something you’ve always believed—now what? For many of us, the thought of finding out we were wrong about a long-held belief feels terrifying. But the truth is, testing your beliefs can strengthen your faith , not destroy it. We don’t test our beliefs because we want to doubt everything. We test them because we want to build on the truth . Start with Humility and Prayer Before diving into Scripture or seeking out answers, begin by asking God to guide your search: “If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him.” —James 1:5 Ask the Holy Spirit to help you: Discern between truth and tradition Be open to correction Stay grounded in love, not fear or pride Use the Bible as Your Primary Standard We often inherit beliefs from culture, tradition, or well-meaning teachers. But everything should be measured against the full counsel of Scripture . “All Scripture is breathed o...