Sermon Series - Legacy

Weekly Study Guide

Week 1: Mission Minded

Begin with Prayer.

Key Scripture: Joshua 24:14-15 (NIV)
‍"Now fear the Lord and serve him with all faithfulness. Throw away the gods your ancestors worshiped beyond the Euphrates River and in Egypt, and serve the Lord. But if serving the Lord seems undesirable to you, then choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve, whether the gods your ancestors served beyond the Euphrates, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land you are living. But as for me and my household, we will serve the Lord."

‍Overview:
Pastor Brent spoke of being mission-minded, what it looks like, and what it requires. This passage captures a pivotal moment in Israel's history as Joshua, nearing the end of his life, calls the people to commitment. To be mission-minded, we must be resolute in our commitment. Joshua tells us how by emphasizing the necessity of fearing God and choosing to serve Him above all else. It’s a choice, a pivotal moment where we must once and for all choose for ourselves whom we will serve.

Key Themes:
1. Fear of the Lord: Understanding what it means to fear the Lord.
2. Faithfulness in Service: Serving God with dedication and sincerity.
3. Choice and Commitment: The importance of making a deliberate choice in whom to serve.
4. Family Leadership: The role of leaders in setting an example for their households.

Discussion Questions:
1. Encourage sharing of what it means to “fear the Lord” in today’s society. How can this impact decision-making? How does a biblical posture of “Fear” impact how you approach God and prayer? Consider the following scriptures: Proverbs 9:10, Ecclesiastes 12:13, and Psalm 34:9.
2. What idols or distractions could hinder your service to God? What are practical ways to "throw away" these distractions or false gods in your life or family?
3. Why did Joshua feel it was necessary to have such a direct, line-in-the-sand challenge to the Israelites? In what way does this challenge you? Joshua’s mission was to faithfully obey the Lord to lead the Israelites into the promised land. In Joshua 24:14-15, he states the key element of being mission-minded: to be resolute in our commitment to serving God and only Him.
4. What does Mission Minded mean to you personally? How can we as a group become more mission-minded?

Application:
Personal Reflection: Encourage participants to pray, asking God to reveal areas where they may be serving other gods or lacking commitment to His service.
Family Discussion: Families can discuss their values and commitments to serving God and establish goals for spiritual growth.
Community Engagement: As a group, brainstorm ways you can support the church's mission to reach people in your community. Choose one action step to implement in the coming month.

Weekly Study Guide

Week 2: We Leave What We Live

Open in Prayer.
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Overview:
Pastor Brent states, “We leave what we live.” He refers to Abraham and his faith, which was credited to him as righteousness. He includes the faith and walk of Eunice and Lois, Timothy's mother and grandmother, in 2 Timothy 1:5. Both are examples of lives lived well, walking out their faith in integrity. When we live with integrity, we leave a legacy.

Key Insights:
Integrity is defined as honesty, sincerity, and genuineness, as well as living in accordance with one's values. It is foundational for a life that honors God and positively influences others. It creates a legacy of trust and respect.

Key Scripture: Psalm 25:21
'May integrity and uprightness protect me because my hope, Lord, is in you.'

Study:
1. Define integrity. What is the Hebrew definition? Compare it with the modern definition.
2. Look up synonyms and antonyms?
3. How are the following words/phrases related to integrity, righteousness, faithfulness, honesty, and blamelessness?
4. Look up the key verse in a different translation and discuss whether it brings more insight to living a life of integrity.

Discussion Questions:
1. How does integrity relate to legacy? Reference the following verses, Psalm 101:2, Proverbs 10:9, 11:3, 20:7. Look up further verses referencing integrity and discuss their relation to legacy. How do these verses help you live out your life authentically?
2. Integrity is more than just a virtue; it's the essence of a life well-lived. It demands honesty, consistency, and the courage to do what is right, even when difficult. Discuss practical ways to ensure we are living a life well-lived. How does living this way equip us to implement these principles in our daily lives?
3. Considering the definition of integrity and Pastor Brent's point about "faith killers" like hypocrisy and passionless routine, have you struggled with these challenges? How can we combat them?
4. Integrity reflects God's character. A legacy built on integrity influences future generations by setting an example of godliness and morality. It's our responsibility to model this godliness and morality for our children and others we influence, ensuring a legacy of integrity for the future.
5. Is there someone in your life who has or has not modeled a life of integrity for you to follow? Discuss what influenced you about their life. What would you do the same or differently? If they affected your life positively, consider writing them a letter of gratitude.

Application:
1. Consider how your actions align with your values. Are there areas in your life where you need to strengthen your integrity?
2. Reflect on the legacy you want to leave behind and who is in your circle of influence. What traits do you want others to remember about you?
3. Identify one relationship or situation where you can demonstrate integrity this week.

For further study:
Read Genesis 20 and compare and contrast Abraham’s integrity with Abimelech's actions. Reflect on Abraham’s legacy and how this passage gives us more insight into doing the same.

Close in Prayer.

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