You are probably in FirstStep for at least one of three reasons: you are new to the faith, you’re re-establishing your relationship with God, or you simply want to strengthen the basics in your walk with God.
Whatever your reason, it’s great that you’re a part of this FirstStep Small Group. We know your participation will bring significant blessings to your life. That’s why we encourage you to make it a point to attend all four sessions.
FirstStep is the first of three Small Groups which together constitute our Growth Track. We encourage you to participate in all the Steps in our Growth Track. These other Steps are:
NextStep helps you discover how Manna “does church,” why we exist, what we are passionate about, where we are going, and how you can be part of this adventure. NextStep is also a four-week Small Group.
LeaderStep helps you be more fully equipped to bring Kingdom leadership and influence in your family, in your workplace, in your community, and at Manna Church. LeaderStep is an eight-week Small Group.
Our goal for the next four weeks is to discover what a balanced, integrated, and healthy life of a disciple of Jesus looks like, specifically within the context of Manna Church.
In particular, we’re going to discuss three values that define our walk with God, explore six specific applications that express those values, and examine nine healthy habits which, as we develop them, will form a sound spiritual foundation throughout the rest of our lives.
The two people most responsible for your growth as a Christian are Jesus and you!
1. Love God (Luke 10:27)
2. Love Each Other (Luke 10:27)
3. Love the World (Matthew 28:19–20)
Love God: Inspiring Worship Experiences
1. Attend one
2. Serve at one
Love Each Other: Life-Giving Small Groups
3. Attend one
4. Lead one
Love the World: World-Changing Outreach
5. Bring others in
6. Go out
Love God: A Life of Devotion
1. Bible reading
2. Prayer
3. Worship (including tithing)
Love Each Other: It’s All about Relationships
4. Fellowship
5. Accountability
6. Forgiveness
Love the World: Catching God’s Heart for the Lost
7. Evangelism (witnessing/sharing your story)
8. Serving the needy
9. Generosity