How does worshipping God through trials, troubles, and terrors develop a bigger view of Him? A big view of God results in a big commitment to God. Considering this, how you can increase your view of who God is in your life, so that He can become a bigger presence. 

When you have committed a sin, how do you think God views you? In the Bible, we see examples of those who have sinned, appeal to God for forgiveness, and ask Him for the power to change. God is merciful, willing to forgive, and able to help you from lapsing back into sin.

We all go through seasons where we let sorrow get us down. A person’s greatness is not measured by their talent or their wealth, but by what it takes to discourage them. How do we find hope in God during a time of discouragement and depression? 

To live out Hill Country’s mission, we meet people where they are, we build relationships around a table, and we bring people to Jesus. Consider your own life. How well do you do this? As you move forward, ask God to bring people into your life so you can live out this mission.

Do you hear God speaking to you? And, if so, how do you discern His voice from the other “voices” within and around you? God speaks to each of us in personal ways through his Word, nature, and many other ways. Consider how you can best position yourself to hear God’s voice.

How often do you pause to remember God’s love and to express the benefits of His love? By doing so, we are exhibiting gratitude, which can take practice. This week, be intentional about expressing gratitude for God’s love by sharing this blessing with others.  

How do we seek God’s guidance and take refuge in Him? Everyone goes through difficulty, but not everyone grows through difficulty. Understanding that God’s truth is higher than our “truth,” is a key to walking in the knowledge of God.

Do you truly believe that God wants a personal relationship with you? Above all else, He does. And ways that we can have a relationship with God include confessing our dependence on Him, trusting in His guidance, and practicing being in His presence. 

Does your uplook (vertical life) determine your outlook (horizontal life)? While this is how God intended for us to live, it can be challenging because we live in a horizontal world. When we live vertically by looking to and loving God first; though, we are more aligned with His will, heart, and desire for us.

Is your definition of a life well-lived more focused on the happiness of the person or the impact of the person? Jesus taught that the greatest commandment was to Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. And to "Love your neighbor as yourself."  How are you living this out in your daily life?