August 9 - How's Your Heart?

Psalm 95

Grow:

  • Watch this video to learn more about the King above all gods (v.3).

  • As you listen to this song, reflect on the truths of Psalm 95.

  • Which spiritual habits turn your heart towards God? (scripture, prayer, worship, community, gratitude, etc). What role do these practices play in your life right now? What needs to change?

Share:

  • What competes for your worship or affection? How can remembering God’s greatness reorder your priorities?

  • How does humility before God demonstrate that we are his people (c.6-7)? How can this change the way we approach others this week?

Connect:

  • The Psalm repeatedly says, “come” and “let us.” What does this teach us about worship being both intentional and communal? How can we prioritize this together?

  • How do we “go astray” in our hearts (v.10)? Where do we resist God’s leadership, question his goodness, or delay obedience? Share openly and pray for one another.

  • Explore Psalm 130 together to prepare for next week’s sermon.

Dan Smith
August 2 - Don't Freak Out

Psalm 49

Grow:

  • To maintain a right view on the book of Psalms as a whole, check out this helpful resource.

  • As you listen to this song, reflect on the truths of Psalm 49.

  • Psalm 49 affirms that relationship with God is the only investment that lasts forevere. How will you more intentionally invest in your relationship with God and others this week?

Share:

  • How can we enjoy God’s blessings without allowing them to become the source of our identity or security?

  • How can we best encourage others to pursue eternal life over temporary investments?

Connect:

  • Are you more tempted to fall into fearful intimidation or impressed admiration of wealth and success? How does this Psalm help to counter both temptations?

  • How does the way you spend your time, attention, and money demonstrate where you put your trust? Why does that matter?

  • Explore Psalm 95 together to prepare for next week’s sermon.

Dan Smith
July 26 - Wait on the Lord

Psalm 27

Grow:

  • Consider the biblical meaning of “Hear/Listen” (v.7) by watching this BibleProject video.

  • As you listen to this song, reflect on the truths of Psalm 27.

  • Set aside a chunk of time this week to quietly seek the Lord. No phone, no distractions, just meditating as you slowly read/pray through Psalm 27.

Share:

  • What practices help you intentionally seek God’s presence instead of simply asking him to solve your problems?

  • Which truth from Psalm 27 do you most need to preach to yourself this week?

Connect:

  • Fear grows when we seek security in things other than God. What modern “false strongholds” are you most tempted to trust instead of the Lord? Why?

  • What does “waiting on the Lord” practically look like for you in this season? Share then pray for one another.

  • Explore Psalm 49 together to prepare for next week’s sermon.

Dan Smith
July 19 - Worshipping Well

Psalm 24

Grow:

  • Consider the biblical meaning of “glory” by watching this short, but insightful video.

  • As you listen to this song, reflect on the themes from Psalm 24.

  • Set aside a chunk of time to praise the King of Glory by turning Psalm 24 into personalized prayer.

Share:

  • Who is someone in your life who needs to hear about the true King of glory? How can you intentionally point them to Jesus this week?

  • What is one specific step of faith or obedience you sense God calling you to take today?

Connect:

  • God owns everything, God has a purpose for everything He created, God has unlimited resources and is never scarce. Which of these truths do struggle to believe? Why?

  • Our greatest threat is often not dramatic sin but “small compromises.” What subtle compromises do you find yourself making? Share vulnerably then spend time praying for one another.

  • Explore Psalm 27 together to prepare for next week’s sermon.

Dan Smith