Good Morning!
Let’s focus our day by spending some time with Jesus before it begins.

WORSHIP FOCUS | 5-15 Minutes
Worship can be as simple as thanking God for who He is & what He does. (Psalm 100:4)
1. Start out by writing or saying out loud 3-5 things you’re thankful for.
2. Play or sing some worship music you love, or use this Christmas Worship Playlist.

SCRIPTURE FOCUS | 5-15 Minutes
Pray a simple prayer before reading, asking the Holy Spirit to guide you into all truth. (John 14:26)
Today’s reading is from John 20:30-31, Hebrews 1:1-3, John 14:18, John 16:7-11, Acts 2:1-4, 14-21 & Ephesians 1:11-14
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?
One of the best ways to learn more about the Bible is by discussing it with others.
Work through this week’s Discussion Guide and meet up with a Paradox Lifegroup.

A THOUGHT FROM TODAY’S READING…
I marvel at how the Three-in-One God works together with divine cohesiveness. God the Father was active in creation, God the Son was active in redemption and now, God the Holy Spirit is active in the Church (Body of believers). The role / ministry of the Holy Spirit are numerous; He is our Advocate to intercede in our prayers when we don’t know what and how to pray (Rom. 8:26); He is our Comforter to walk alongside of us; He is the Spirit of Truth to guide us into all truth; being led by the Spirit proves that we are children of God ( Rom. 8:14); we are empowered to witness and minister by the Holy Spirit (Acts 2:1-4), He has dispensed spiritual gifts to the Church (Body of believers). The prophet Joel prophesied that in the last days God would pour out His Spirit and our sons and daughters will prophesy, visions and dreams from God are prevalent in our days since the Holy Spirit has come. The Holy Spirit cultivates the fruit of the Spirit to develop our godly character. The Holy Spirit gives us revelation, insight and understanding in the things of God; the Holy Spirit is our down payment / deposit guaranteeing our inheritance until the redemption of those who are God’s possession and so much more! So in the coming New Year of 2024 let us press on toward a greater move of God; for the Holy Spirit has come. - Lawrence Payton

PRAYER FOCUS | 5-15 Minutes
Prayer is a conversation that involves both talking and listening to God.
Pick a Psalm to pray using P.R.A.Y. Pause to be still, Reflect on the verses, Ask God for help, & say Yes to Jesus.
Reading and praying scripture to hear God in this way is called Lectio Divina. Learn more about Lectio Divina here and practice using one of these apps.

SHARE THE FOCUS | 1-5 Minutes
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!