Rooted In Faith

Think: I cannot live the life God wants for me apart from Jesus. Being part of a faith community helps me grow deeper roots and make an impact on the world.
Feel: How would my life change if I were more intentional about growing deep roots of faith and being active in a local church?
Do: Take one step toward connecting with Jesus through faith in Him, and consider making church a central part of my life.

POINT #1 – Faith in Jesus _____________ __________ ___________.

Colossians 2:6–7 (NLT) — 6 And now, just as you accepted Christ Jesus as your Lord, you must continue to follow him. 7 Let your roots grow down into him, and let your lives be built on him. Then your faith will grow strong in the truth you were taught, and you will overflow with thankfulness.

POINT #2 – Roots of Faith ____________ in _________________

Hebrews 10:24–25 (NLT) — 24 Let us think of ways to motivate one another to acts of love and good works. 25 And let us not neglect our meeting together, as some people do, but encourage one another, especially now that the day of his return is drawing near.

POINT #3 – Jesus is ____ __________. We are the ________________.

John 15:5 (NLT) — 5 “Yes, I am the vine; you are the branches. Those who remain in me, and I in them, will produce much fruit. For apart from me you can do nothing.

My NEXT STEP today is to…….

•  What does it mean to have faith in Jesus?
• What are practical ways to develop and sustain spiritual roots in our lives?
• Why do you think Jesus called himself the vine? Why does he call us branches?
• Invite my friends and family to church and seek opportunities to share my faith.