Finding Your Focus

Part 1: Wisdom

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Join us as we kick off this brand new series that will help us focus on what matters most in this New Year!

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And Jesus grew in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man. Luke 2:52

God wants us to grow in wisdom:

1. Wisdom begins with God
In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth. Genesis 1:1

  • Wisdom doesn’t start with self, it starts with God.
  • God’s Word becomes the Guide of our life.
  • What goes into your mind will come out into your life.

2. Wisdom impacts all your life
But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. Matthew 6:33

  • Your life is a product of the decisions you make.
  • Put God first in your life.
  • You can be smart, but are you wise?
  • Choose God in all situations.

3. We need wisdom in our relationships
We know that “We all possess knowledge.” But knowledge puffs up while love builds up. 1 Corinthians 8:1

  • Set your priorities for this New Year:
    • God, Spouse, Children, and Career (have these slide in)
  • Relationships were the undoing of Solomon.
  • You become like the company you keep.

4. We need wisdom in our resources
His master replied, “Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your master’s happiness!” Matthew 25:23

  • We must learn how to wisely manage what God has entrusted to us.
  • Improper uses of finances becomes the undoing of a lot of smart people.
  • It is not about how much you have, but what you do with it.
  • The world says focus on money, but joy comes when you focus on God.

5. God wants you to focus on growing in wisdom this year
He is the one we proclaim, admonishing and teaching everyone with all wisdom, so that we may present everyone fully mature in Christ. To this end, I strenuously contend with all the energy Christ so powerfully works in me. Colossians 1:28-29

  • How will you grow in wisdom this year?
  • Be in God’s Word and around godly people.
  • How will you teach others wisdom this year?

Focus on God’s Vision for Your Life this Year

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