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Week 1I can give God my WHOLE LIFE

Sunday’s Connect Group Passage: Romans 12:1-2

This Week’s Reading

  1. Day 1: Romans 12:1-2
  2. Day 2: Romans 6:1-14
  3. Day 3: Colossians 1:15-20

As You Read, Ask

  • What does this show me about God?
  • What is He asking of me?
  • How can I put Him first today?

Weekly Memory Verse

For by him all things were created, in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities—all things were created through him and for him. And he is before all things, and in him all things hold together.

Colossians 1:16-17 ESV

This Week’s Challenge

  • Paul says to offer your whole self, not just part of it. Which part of your life is hardest to hand over?
  • Where do you see the world trying to shape you that you didn’t notice before?

Week 2I can give God my OBEDIENCE

Sunday’s Connect Group Passage: Genesis 12:1-8

This Week’s Reading

  1. Day 1: Genesis 12:1-9
  2. Day 2: Hebrews 11:8-10
  3. Day 3: James 1:22-25

As You Read, Ask

  • What does this teach me about God?
  • What is He asking of me?
  • How can I put Him first today?

Weekly Memory Verse

For by him all things were created, in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities—all things were created through him and for him. And he is before all things, and in him all things hold together.

Colossians 1:16-17 ESV

This Week’s Challenge

  • Abram left before he knew where he was going. Where is God asking you to trust Him before you can see how it works out?
  • James says hearing without doing is like forgetting your own face in a mirror. Why is it so easy to hear God and not do what He says?

Week 3I can give God my TREASURES

Sunday’s Connect Group Passage: John 12:1-8

This Week’s Reading

  1. Day 1: John 12:1-8
  2. Day 2: Matthew 6:19-24
  3. Day 3: 2 Corinthians 8:1-9

As You Read, Ask

  • What does this teach me about God?
  • What is He asking of me?
  • How can I put Him first today?

Weekly Memory Verse

For by him all things were created, in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities—all things were created through him and for him. And he is before all things, and in him all things hold together.

Colossians 1:16-17 ESV

This Week’s Challenge

  • Judas looked at Mary’s gift and saw waste. Jesus saw worship. What makes the difference?
  • What do you own that would be hardest to let go of? Why do you think that is?

At Home Reminder: On November 15, you’ll have the chance to support Biltmore’s First Initiatives alongside your family. Take time to pray for your family and your church family that day.

Week 4I can give God my GIFTS & TALENTS

Sunday’s Connect Group Passage: 1 Peter 4:7-11

This Week’s Reading

  1. Day 1: 1 Peter 4:7-11
  2. Day 2: Romans 12:3-8
  3. Day 3: Matthew 25:14-30

As You Read, Ask

  • What does this teach me about God?
  • What is He asking of me?
  • How can I put Him first today?

Weekly Memory Verse

For by him all things were created, in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities—all things were created through him and for him. And he is before all things, and in him all things hold together.

Colossians 1:16-17 ESV

This Week’s Challenge

  • What’s something you enjoy doing that can help someone else?
  • How can your gifts be used to help others or be a light for Jesus?

Week 5I can give God my TIME

Sunday’s Connect Group Passage: Ephesians 5:15-17

This Week’s Reading

  1. Day 1: Ephesians 5:15-17
  2. Day 2: James 4:13-17
  3. Day 3: Mark 1:35-39

As You Read, Ask

  • What does this teach me about God?
  • What is He asking of me?
  • How can I put Him first today?

Weekly Memory Verse

For by him all things were created, in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities—all things were created through him and for him. And he is before all things, and in him all things hold together.

Colossians 1:16-17 ESV

This Week’s Challenge

  • If someone looked at how you spent last week, what would they say matters most to you?
  • Today you filled out a Commitment Card. What did you commit to, and what’s your first step? What are you hoping to see God do through that commitment?