Purpose

We all have our ideas about what it means to be a true disciple of Jesus Christ. This study takes a look at what God's word says about genuine discipleship.  


The Cost of Following: Self or Christ?

Sometimes life is dark and difficult, leading us to despair. You may wonder, " Why am I here? What’s the point? Why do bad things happen?" When life seems empty and futile, you need to know God understands and has a purpose for you. In this study, you will learn how pain can drive you to make significant changes that can lead to a life full of meaning and hope. 

Defeating Despair

It’s time to enjoy your encore years, where there are countless opportunities to connect with God and reconnect with yourself and others. Explore empty nesting and your own unique emotions. Let this plan encourage you to love others, to pray for purpose, to focus and flourish, to make meaningful moments, to plan for the future, and to live life well. Enjoy a life that is full and fulfilling!

The Blessed Empty Nest 

If a pearl necklace could represent the grace of God, each individual pearl would be an aspect of His amazing grace. The Lord puts this priceless strand around our neck at our spiritual birth. Here are 12 pearls and 12 prayers with corresponding Scriptures to help us see the immeasurable riches of His grace we have in Christ. May we know the joy of walking in this amazing grace!

Pearls of Grace: 12 Pearls + 12 Prayers

Do you believe the gospel? Do you know the gospel? Do you feel prepared to share the gospel? This plan from Thistlebend helps us think through these things and gets us ready to share the gospel while trusting in God's power and love for the lost. Note: The video content is not a duplication of the written content.

Ready. Set. Go! Share the Gospel!

“In him we were also chosen, having been predestined according to the plan of him who works out everything in conformity with the purpose of his will.”
Ephesians 1:11 (NIV) 

Set Apart to Serve Him

Most people slip by in life without a passion for God, spending their lives on trivial diversions, and living for comfort and pleasure. Don’t get caught up in a life that counts for nothing. This 5-day plan adapted from John Piper’s book Don’t Waste Your Life will challenge you to live and die boasting in the cross of Christ and making the glory of God your singular passion. Learn to live for Christ, and don’t waste your life! 


Don't Waste Your Life: A 5-Day Devotional

If you have ever struggled with your worth, this plan is for you. Why? Because this plan focuses on God’s good purpose and design of you. You are uniquely gifted. You are an original, made to succeed in fulfilling God’s good plan for your life. Fix your heart and mind on what God calls you. He calls you His poetry, workmanship, handiwork, prized possession, and masterpiece. You are special!

You Are God's Masterpiece!

God's Word tells us that "the letter kills, but the Spirit gives life" (2 Corinthians 3:6). Now, you can enjoy the life of the Holy Spirit day by day with Celebrate! Daily Devotions for the Spirit-Filled Life. 365 selections include Scripture readings and devotionals complied by beloved author and pastor, Jack Hayford. Celebrate! Will encourage you to live and grow in the power, wisdom, and life of the Holy Spirit.