Series: More Life > Less Religion

In this 4-week series through the month of January, Integration Pastor John Colpitts led us in exploring 4 core realities of what it means to be human in our culture. We will draw on the wisdom of the Psalms as we delve into the themes of freedom, fear, dignity, and desire. As we engage together across generations, our goal is to grow in our understanding of who we are and aspire to be in light of who God is.

January 6, 2019

MORE PRESENCE > LESS PRESCRIPTION

Freedom: Psalm 146

Questions for Reflection & Discussion:

• What comes to mind for you when you hear the word religious?
• Which type of freedom do you spend the most time pursuing?
• Can you share an ‘unreligious’ experience you’ve had with God’s love or presence?

January 13, 2019

MORE TRUST > LESS SUSPICION

Fear: Psalm 34

Questions for Reflection & Discussion:

• Which one do you think is your dominant underlying fear?
• Can you share a story from you childhood that embodies this fear?
• How have you experienced God in your fears?
• How have your fears actually motivated you towards something positive?

January 20, 2019

MORE THRIVING > LESS SURVIVING

Dignity: Psalm 8

Questions for Reflection & Discussion:

• Share an experience of your dignity being violated?
• What is one indignity being suffered in the world that really upsets you?
• What do you think your dignity ‘love language’ might be?

Click the link below to view Dr. Donna Hicks’ 10 elements of dignity:
https://www.ikedacenter.org/thinkers-themes/thinkers/interviews/hicks/elements

January 27, 2019

MORE CONFESSION > LESS PERFECTION

Desire: Psalm 63

Click the link below to view the powerpoint presentation including the 9 core desires:

Slides for Sunday Jan-27