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My hope in dark valleys is the presence of my Shepherd. I. The Darkness of the Valley (v.4a) — three truths for dark valleys 1. God is sovereign over all, including evil and suffering (Eph. 1:11) 2. God does not author evil (1 Jn. 1:5; Ps. 5:4) 3. God is with us when we face evil and suffering (Ps. 23:4) II. The Presence of the Shepherd (v.4b) — four responses in dark valleys 1. Weep, knowing that suffering is real (Ps. 13; 88) 2. Pray, knowing God wants you to come to Him (Phil. 4:6; 1 Pet. 5:7) 3. Trust in God, who is unbelievably sovereign and loving (Ps. 56:3; Eph. 3:19) 4. Hope in God and the eternal weight of glory (2 Cor. 4:16-17; Rom. 8:18)

My hope in dark valleys is the presence of my Shepherd. I. The Darkness of the Valley (v.4a) — three truths for dark valleys 1. God is sovereign over all, including evil and suffering (Eph. 1:11) 2. God does not author evil (1 Jn. 1:5; Ps. 5:4) 3. God is with us when we face evil and suffering (Ps. 23:4) II. The Presence of the Shepherd (v.4b) — four responses in dark valleys 1. Weep, knowing that suffering is real (Ps. 13; 88) 2. Pray, knowing God wants you to come to Him (Phil. 4:6; 1 Pet. 5:7) 3. Trust in God, who is unbelievably sovereign and loving (Ps. 56:3; Eph. 3:19) 4. Hope in God and the eternal weight of glory (2 Cor. 4:16-17; Rom. 8:18)

My hope in dark valleys is the presence of my Shepherd. I. The Darkness of the Valley (v.4a) — three truths for dark valleys 1. God is sovereign over all, including evil and suffering (Eph. 1:11) 2. God does not author evil (1 Jn. 1:5; Ps. 5:4) 3. God is with us when we face evil and suffering (Ps. 23:4) II. The Presence of the Shepherd (v.4b) — four responses in dark valleys 1. Weep, knowing that suffering is real (Ps. 13; 88) 2. Pray, knowing God wants you to come to Him (Phil. 4:6; 1 Pet. 5:7) 3. Trust in God, who is unbelievably sovereign and loving (Ps. 56:3; Eph. 3:19) 4. Hope in God and the eternal weight of glory (2 Cor. 4:16-17; Rom. 8:18)

My hope in dark valleys is the presence of my Shepherd. I. The Darkness of the Valley (v.4a) — three truths for dark valleys 1. God is sovereign over all, including evil and suffering (Eph. 1:11) 2. God does not author evil (1 Jn. 1:5; Ps. 5:4) 3. God is with us when we face evil and suffering (Ps. 23:4) II. The Presence of the Shepherd (v.4b) — four responses in dark valleys 1. Weep, knowing that suffering is real (Ps. 13; 88) 2. Pray, knowing God wants you to come to Him (Phil. 4:6; 1 Pet. 5:7) 3. Trust in God, who is unbelievably sovereign and loving (Ps. 56:3; Eph. 3:19) 4. Hope in God and the eternal weight of glory (2 Cor. 4:16-17; Rom. 8:18)

When Yahweh is my shepherd, I can rest in His care.

From Colossians 1:28-29, Pastor Brett Nakashima casts the biblical vision for Lighthouse Youth: youth ministry exists to proclaim Christ so that every student is presented mature in Him. It is a foundation for the year ahead, built on proclamation, equipping, and loving community. 1. A ministry of proclamation: holding out Christ from God’s Word, week in and week out. 2. Equipping students for a life of obedience and worship, growing mature in Christ. 3. The centrality of loving community and discipleship, with parents leading the way.

Key Idea: The Lord is a faithful refuge to fearful people. 1. Worship the Lord because He alone is worthy (vv1-3) 2. Remember the Lord’s faithfulness when fear exposes your weakness (vv4-7) 3. Taste and See the Lord’s goodness for yourself (vv8-10) Small Group Questions

Key Idea: My great God cares greatly about me  I. Our Great God A. God’s Majesty – in all the earth (v.1, 9) Exodus 3:15 – יְהוָה (YHWH/Yahweh) B. God’s Power – through weakness (v.2) C. God’s Rule – through humans (v.5-8) II. Who Cares Greatly A. God’s Care – for me (v.3-4) Small Group […]

Two parting gifts as we come to the end of Ephesians (and the school year) Good friends (vv. 21-22) God’s blessing (vv. 23-24) Suggested SG Questions

Key idea: Live faithfully wherever God has placed you I. Slaves, obey: II. Masters, lead: Suggested SG Questions

Key idea: Obedience and honor toward parents is the training ground for a life submitted to God. I. Children: II. Parents: Discussion Questions

Key Idea: In Christ, we are transformed from darkness to light Three Commands for Children of Light: I. Do not be deceived (v.6-7) Main Point: Sin leads to God’s wrath II. Walk in The Light (v.8-10) Main Point: Identity transforms actions III. Reject Darkness and Look to Jesus (v.11-14) Main Point: Turn to Christ for […]

Key Idea: Excelling Still More is Defined by the Pursuit of Sanctification 1) Set-Apart In Sexual Purity (v3b-8) 2) Set-Apart In Loving Others (v9-10) 3) Set-Apart in Daily Work (v11-12) Discussion Questions:

Key Idea:  Excelling Still More is Defined by the Pursuit of Sanctification 1)  Set-Apart In Sexual Purity (v3b-8) 2)  Set-Apart In Loving Others (v9-10) 3)  Set-Apart in Daily Work (v11-12) Discussion Questions:

Key Idea:  Excelling Still More Starts with Visible Proof of True Salvation  Visible Proof of True Salvation:  Discussion Questions: