Good Morning!
Let’s focus our day by spending some time with Jesus before it begins.
THANK. Write down 3-5 things you’re thankful for in the last 24 hours.
WORSHIP. Pick a song from one of our Spotify Playlists and let it play in the background.
READ. Our Scripture Focus is 2 Timothy 3:16-17. Try memorizing it during this study!
Today’s reading is from 1 Timothy 5:1-16 (Go Deeper: Ruth 2:5-16 & James 1:27)
THINK. A Thought from Pastor Dave…
I’ll bet you didn’t think we’d be talking about social security today. Of course, the general idea is “reaping what you’ve sown.” After working (and investing) when you’re able to meet needs and care for others, you receive the benefit of that when you’re in need and unable to provide/care for yourself. But the primary responsibility isn’t on the government, it is on the family. Similarly, the church is a family made up of families. Part of the clear job description of a church family is to care for and provide for those in genuine need - especially those who have no other family, no ability to work, and who have served and given of themselves when they were able. Verse 16 says “Let the church not be burdened, so that it can help widows in genuine need.” The church family is to BOTH carry the burden AND lighten the burden. We are to carry the “burden” of provision for ourselves, our family and the burdens of those who are unable to carry… all while making sure that that burden is not too heavy for any one person/few people. Lighten the load by carrying yours and others. In that way, you will lighten your own load in your day of need.
LIVE. One practical way to understand and apply the Bible is the SOS method. Ask…
S: What does this passage say about God, and what does it say about me?
O: What am I being invited to obey?
S: What can I share with those around me?
PRAY. Pray for yourself, a family member, a lifegroup/church friend, someone who doesn’t know Jesus, and the nations. Pick one each day or pray through them all every day.
CONNECT. Have a question, prayer request, or story? Let us know here or reply via text.
SHARE. Invite a friend to read the Focus with you! Just text “FOCUS” to (586) 200-6277.

Run the race with endurance today, and stay focused on Jesus.
Make it a Great One!