Nov 10 2024
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Exponential part 1 | Seed of Faith
SPEAKER: PASTOR DOUG GARASIC
Scriptures—
Genesis 12:1-3, Genesis 12:1, Genesis 15:1-3, Genesis 15:4-6, Galatians 3:29
Key Takeaways—
We all have three types of seeds to sow: time, talent, and treasure.
God can produce extraordinary results from a single seed of faith.
Trusting God may require leaving our comfort zone
Our faith and obedience can impact future generations
Just because we don't see immediate results doesn't mean God isn't working.
Our faith and trust in God's timing is crucial for spiritual growth.
Discussion Questions—
Pastor Doug mentioned three types of seeds we all have: time, talent, and treasure. Which of these do you find easiest to sow into God's kingdom? Which is the most challenging?
How can we maintain faith and trust during periods when we don't see visible results, as Pastor Doug said, "Just because you're not seeing anything doesn't mean God isn't doing something"?
Reflect on Abraham's story. How do you relate to his struggle of waiting for God's promise to be fulfilled? What can we learn from his experience?
How might our perspective on life change if we truly believed that a single seed of faith could produce unimaginable results?
How can we cultivate a mindset that values the deep work God is doing in our character during seasons of apparent inactivity?
How does the concept of sowing seeds for future generations inspire you to think differently about your current actions and choices?
How can we maintain trust in God's timing when facing long periods of waiting, like Abraham's decade-long wait for a son?
In what ways have you settled for less than God's best in your life, and what steps can you take to reignite your faith for greater possibilities?
Practical Application—
Time Audit: Track how you spend your time for a few days. Reflect on where you could sow more time into God's kingdom.
Talent Inventory: List 3-5 talents or skills God has given you and brainstorm ways to use them to serve your church or community.
Treasure Challenge: If not tithing, start with a challenging but doable percentage of your income. If already tithing, reflect on how you could be more generous.
Closing Prayer—
Lord, help us to trust You with our time, talents, and treasure. Give us the faith to sow seeds generously, even when we can't see immediate results. Help us to remember that You are always working, even in unseen ways. Guide us to live not just for today, but with an eternal perspective. In Jesus' name, Amen.
