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How God Made Me Happy PT.1

GOD GAVE ME JOY
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In "How God Made Me Happy PT.1", Pastor Scott Thom explores how to find true happiness and joy despite life's trials. He emphasizes that happiness comes from walking in alignment with God's design, trusting His plan, and showing mercy and love to others. By accepting both good and bad circumstances, we can grow in faith, embrace God's love, and experience lasting joy. Pastor Scott also encourages viewers to trust God through hardships and remember that nothing can separate them from His love.

Discussion Questions:
1. What are some ways we try to find happiness outside of God's design, and how do they often lead to frustration?
2. How does loving God with all our hearts, souls, and minds (Matthew 22:36-38) influence our joy and peace?
3. How can we practice mercy in our relationships to foster more profound joy in ourselves and others?
4. What does accepting the bad with the good mean, and how can we better navigate difficult circumstances with God’s guidance?
5. How can you encourage others to embrace joy, even in hardship?

Prayer Points:
1. For Joy and Happiness: Pray for God’s help in aligning your life with His design so that joy and peace can flow through all circumstances.
2. For Trust in God’s Plan: Ask God to help you trust His plan during difficult times, knowing He works everything for good.
3. For Mercy and Love: Pray for a heart that shows mercy to others, leading to deeper relationships and lasting joy.

Action Steps:
1. Align with God’s Design: Reflect on areas where you might be acting outside God's plan, and take steps to realign with His purpose.
2. Practice Mercy: In your interactions this week, consciously show mercy and kindness to others, even in challenging situations.
3. Embrace Both Good and Bad: When faced with difficulties, focus on your blessings and trust that God will work everything for your good.
4. Cultivate Healthy Relationships: Look for opportunities to serve and love those around you, building relationships that bring mutual joy.
5. Daily Prayer: Start each day by asking for joy and guidance to walk according to God’s will, trusting His love will always be with you.

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Discovering Keys to Overcome Challenges in Your Success Journey

REASONS FOR FAILURE HOW TO SUCCEED

In this video, Pastor Scott Thom discusses four key barriers that can prevent individuals from experiencing success in their lives, especially from a biblical perspective. These obstacles include indecision, complaining about shortages, shunning responsibility, and abusing freedoms. Through biblical examples and practical insights, Pastor Thom encourages viewers to take responsibility for their actions, use resources wisely, avoid blaming others, and trust in God's provision, even during challenging times. He emphasizes that true success comes from aligning our attitudes, actions, and decisions with God's will.


Discussion Questions:
1. How can indecision impact your ability to progress in life or business?
2. Have you ever complained about a shortage (resources, support, etc.) instead of making the most of what you have? How can you change this mindset?
3. Why is taking responsibility for your actions necessary for personal and spiritual growth?
4. In what areas of your life might you abuse freedoms or neglect good stewardship?
5. How can you encourage others to follow your example of faithfulness and hard work?


Prayer Points:
1. For Clarity in Decision-Making:
Pray for God’s wisdom to make decisions that align with His will and for the courage to act when faced with tough choices.
2. Against Complaints and Discontentment:
Ask God to help you use every resource He has given you to the fullest and to be content even when there are shortages or limitations.
3. For Accountability and Responsibility:
Pray for the strength to take responsibility for your actions, to admit mistakes, and to grow through challenges.
4. For Stewardship of Resources:
Ask God to give you the wisdom to manage your time, money, and resources effectively and be faithful in small and large tasks.
5. For Personal Growth and Success:
Pray for spiritual and personal growth, that your success would reflect God’s glory and align with His plan for your life.


Action Steps:
1. Evaluate Areas of Indecision:
Reflect on key decisions you're currently facing. Pray for God’s guidance and take action, trusting He will direct your steps.
2. Shift from Complaining to Gratitude:
Identify one area in your life where you’ve focused on what’s lacking. Instead, immediately use what you have, no matter how limited it seems.
3. Take Responsibility Today:
If there’s an area in your life where you’ve been avoiding responsibility, take the first step today to address it. Own up to mistakes, apologize if necessary, and make a plan to improve.
4. Practice Good Stewardship:
Look at your resources (time, money, relationships, etc.) and consciously decide to use them more wisely. Invest in something small that will yield growth in the future.
5. Lead by Example:
Set an example for others in your family, workplace, or community by modeling the attitudes of responsibility, gratitude, and good stewardship you’re cultivating.


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• How to achieve success in God’s way
• Christian personal development

 

 

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