READ | SERMON NOTES
(Sermon notes and recording available after 26 Nov 2024.)
PONDER | REFLECTION QUESTIONS
- Have you felt burned-out by the demands of work / ministry / caregiving responsibilities recently?
- Output: What are the things that you’re currently doing that take the most time and physical/emotional/spiritual energy? Make a list.
- Input: What are things that you like that brings you joy or refills your physical, emotional, and spiritual tank? Make a list.
- Discuss: with your small group / spouse on how to help one another refill your physical, emotional and spiritual tank.
- How have you experienced the presence of the LORD this week? Pause and take a moment to breathe deeply and reflect.
- Where were you sitting or standing when you experienced the tangible presence of God?
- How did you feel?
- When was the last time you heard God speak to you?
- What did God say to you?
- What did God show you?
- How did you feel?
- Is there anyone you know who is going through burnout / depression? Spend some moments in prayer for your friend/family member.
- Have you ever practiced the spiritual discipline of being silent and listening to God’s “still small voice”? Consider how to you can implement it as a daily practice and share it with your small group/spouse to help keep you accountable.
