TUESDAY July 8

Lesson 1

A Life of Purpose!

Bible Reading: Genesis 1:26–31

Teachers:

Min. Frank Amankwah (Ages 18-29)

Min. Edward Yalley (Ages 30+)

TUESDAY Devotional

God has called each of His children to a specific purpose. Examples of this truth are seen again and again  in the Word of God. Many men and women accomplished great things for God. However, they started  out in roles as farmers, shepherds, tent makers, and countless other positions that were anything but no table. As they chose to take care of everything that God entrusted to them, He led them to positions that  were greater than anything they could have imagined. 

We should follow their examples. Many believers in Christ want to accomplish greater things for the  Lord, but we don’t want to get bogged down with the small seemingly unimportant tasks. The key to understanding the purpose for which we were created is being wise stewards of all that is entrusted to us. 

Reflection: Have you been looking for purpose somewhere else instead of stewarding what God has  already given you? Purpose comes from faithfully caring for what God has already entrusted to us as he  did with Adam and Eve. Ask God how you can embrace your purpose more in everyday life.  

Prayer: Dear heavenly Father, thank you for creating me with a purpose. Help me to walk in purpose as your child every day so that Your name will be glorified. In Jesus’ name, amen. 

TUESDAY LESSON

Icebreaker Question: 

Do you know that God loves you and has a plan for your life?

• Scripture Lesson: Genesis 1:26-31

• Background Scriptures: Genesis 1:26-31; 2:15-19; 3:1-8,15-16; Psalm 8

• Session Objective: By the end of the session, participants will be able to:

  • Know that God is the Creator.

  • Value being created in the image of God.

  • Celebrate and respect God's creation.

THURSDAY July 10

Lesson 3

  Prayer Makes A Difference

Bible Reading: 2 Chronicles 14:8–13

Teachers:

Min. Frank Amankwah (Ages 18-29)

 Sis. Julia Bolden (Ages 30+)

THURSDAY DEVOTIONAL

Many Christians do a great deal of unnecessary worrying and stressing when they come up against difficult and trying times. It would be in our best interest to follow King Asa’s example. Although we don’t know how long the process took, it appears that the moment he realized he was outnumbered, he turned to the only One who could solve his problem. He prayed to the Lord his God.

Reflection: What should you do when facing a difficult or challenging circumstance? Worry too much? Scroll social media? Spend too much money? Overthink? Call friends? The answer is that we need to turn to Christ.

Prayer: Dear heavenly Father, I am grateful that You hear me when I pray. When problems arise, it is so easy for me to get distracted and try to figure things out on my own. Help me to remember that it is Your responsibility to take care of me. In Jesus’ name, amen.

THURSDAY Lesson

Icebreaker Question:

Why worry when you can pray?

• Profile: Daniel

• Scripture Lesson: 2 Chronicles 14:8-13

• Background Scriptures: 2 Chronicles 11-14; 18

• Session Objective: By the end of the session, participants will be able to:

  • • Know that God hears our prayers.

    • Accept that God answers our prayers. 

    • Give thanks to God for receiving and responding to our needs and concerns.

Prayer Makes A Difference Workshop Handout