Good Morning!
Let’s focus our day by spending some time with Jesus before it begins.
If you’re new to the Daily Focus, read this first.

GET FOCUSED | Worship can be as simple as thanking God for who He is & what He does. (Psalm 100:4)
Spend a few moments in silence, meditating on scripture, or writing/saying 3-5 things you’re thankful for.
Play or sing some worship music you love, or use a playlist from Paradox on Spotify.

MORNING PRAYER FOCUS | Prayer is a conversation that involves both talking and listening to God.
Pray through a Ripple Prayer or use Nations Prayer to pray for the nations and those serving them.
Submit a Prayer Request or pray with others at the House of Prayer at Paradox every Sunday at 9:00am.

SCRIPTURE FOCUS | Today’s reading is from 1 Corinthians 12:1-11
Pray a simple prayer before reading, asking the Holy Spirit to guide you into all truth. (John 14:26)
Highlight verses that capture your attention, and ask three simple questions as you read…
S = Say. What is the main point? What does it teach about God (Jesus) & yourself?
O = Obey. What can you apply (practice) from this passage today?
S = Share. Who can you share what you’re learning with today?

A THOUGHT FROM TODAY’S READING…
When I was younger I always tended to view others’ strengths in my weak areas meant they were meant to be my ENEMY… Just kidding (kinda). The past couple years I’ve realized how foolish that is! I was only robbing myself of learning from these people that God has gifted differently than me. The more time I spend with people that have different gifts than I do, the more I learn a new way God works and just how intentional he has created each and every one of us. I know insecurity is REAL, however, be encouraged - God has given YOU the gift that you need to serve His purposes right where you are! Don’t discount yourself today because you don’t have the same gift as a friend, or someone you admire. It’s kind of supposed to be that way. I’m sure there are some of you who watched enough Power Rangers to know what a Megazord is (If you haven’t, keep reading & Google along the way!) The Megazord was this huge battle robot that was the sum of all of the power rangers coming together to fight evil. I sometimes - most times, actually - think I’m supposed to be the Megazord but that couldn’t be further from the truth. We are called to play a part, the church is the Megazord. Today, don’t try to do it all - look for the part God has gifted you to do and cheer on those who are gifted to do the things you aren’t! - Matteo McGill

EVENING PRAYER FOCUS | Re-Focus on Jesus by praying a Daily Examen each evening.
Replay = Replay your day. What made you happy or joyful? What made you anxious or burdened?
Rejoice = Give thanks to God for the small and the significant things from the day.
Repent = Ask God for forgiveness where you need. Receive His forgiveness afresh.
Refocus = Commit to walk with Jesus tomorrow. Ask for grace to see His presence more clearly.
*For help or an audio prayer version, use the Lectio 365 app.

SHARE THE FOCUS |
1. Text someone a prayer/encouragement, or share a thought/question with us in the Forum.
2. Invite someone to read the Focus with you. Text “FOCUS” to (586) 200-6277.

That’s all for today.
Stay focused on Jesus, and make it a great one!