If God were to ask you how you wanted Him to use your life and it would happen, what would you say? We’re all called to live our life by God’s direction, which requires strength and courage. As we enter the new year, are you ready to step out, truly follow Jesus, and live a life of faith?  

Redemption is only found when we live in the reality of Jesus’ resurrection. Although, in our day-to-day life, it can be easy to lose sight of the resurrection and all that means for us. What would it look like for you to live in the reality of the resurrection?  

Christmas is more than the seasonal festivities that surround us. It’s a time to pause and reflect on what truly matters — the birth of Jesus. As you celebrate Christmas, remember the reason that we can have true hope in the world is because of the birth of our Savior.

Jesus’ first coming brought us the peace we desperately need: peace with God. And Jesus’ second coming will bring the peace we desperately want: peace on earth. As you consider the peace that comes from Jesus, how can you keep Him the center of your focus this Christmas?

Many of us assume that joy is found in our happiness and success. However, the true source of joy is Jesus, who came down to give His life for us. This Christmas, turn your focus to Jesus and look to Him only to bring you joy.  

Do you believe that Jesus reveals the love of God, and that God’s love is here for you today? We believe this is the truth of who Jesus is. He gives light and love, He isn’t indifferent to us, and He shows us who God truly is to us. 

As we anticipate our Savior’s arrival, where are you finding hope this season? In this day and age, where evil abounds and all seems lost, we can find our hope in Jesus.

Thanksgiving requires an expression of gratitude. Think about a time in your life when you’ve bonded more deeply to God or another person by expressing gratitude to them. And consider who needs to hear gratitude from you this Thanksgiving.

When you think about standing face-to-face with God and having a life review, what thoughts and feelings come to mind? Whatever your immediate response, it’s likely fair to say that none of us want to stand before Him and learn that we had lived a life of conflict against His will for our life. With this is mind, it’s important to keep the coming kingdom of Jesus in focus and continue to radically purse God’s will for you.

Why do you think Jesus is waiting so long to return? And do you feel like you’re living in the moment or for that moment (Jesus’ return)? As we live here on earth, it’s important for us to continue to balance our future hope of Jesus’ coming and our current priorities.