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If you're using this teaching as content for a small group setting, we've included some discussion questions as well.
1. How do you respond when God’s plan for your life doesn’t match your expectations?
2. What does it mean to trust God in the middle of uncertainty or silence?
3. How can you replace panic with prayer when facing difficult circumstances?
4. When have you experienced an “appointed time” where God’s timing became clear in hindsight?
5. How can you support others who are struggling to see God’s plan in their lives?///
Wondering what Plum Creek Church is all about? Watch this video.
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Links
Home: https://www.plumcreek.church/
Next Steps: https://www.plumcreek.church/next
Ministries: https://www.plumcreek.church/ministries
Give: https://www.plumcreek.church/give
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We're so glad you've chosen to listen to our online experience! Here at Plum Creek, we’re all about changed lives, changing lives; and what that simply means is that what Christ has done in us is not just for us, but it’s for us to share with others in our community and around the world.
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If you're using this teaching as content for a small group setting, we've included some discussion questions as well.
1. What does it say about God’s character that He chose shepherds — outcasts of society — for the first announcement of Jesus’ birth?
2. How does the idea of God favoring the underdog challenge or change your expectations of who He is and how He works?
3. In what ways have you experienced a disconnect between your expectations and God’s actions, and how did that impact your faith?
4. What can we learn from the Christmas story about finding redemption in the midst of brokenness and unexpected circumstances?
5. How does knowing that God’s Kingdom is “tilted toward the underdog” shape how you treat others who are marginalized or overlooked?///
Wondering what Plum Creek Church is all about? Watch this video.
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Links
Home: https://www.plumcreek.church/
Next Steps: https://www.plumcreek.church/next
Ministries: https://www.plumcreek.church/ministries
Give: https://www.plumcreek.church/give
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We're so glad you've chosen to listen to our online experience! Here at Plum Creek, we’re all about changed lives, changing lives; and what that simply means is that what Christ has done in us is not just for us, but it’s for us to share with others in our community and around the world.
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If you're using this teaching as content for a small group setting, we've included some discussion questions as well.
1. How do you practically remain connected to the "vine" in your daily life?
2. What areas of your life might God be pruning right now, and how are you responding to that process?
3. In what ways have you seen joy overflow as a result of abiding in Christ?
4. What specific obstacles hinder you from fully remaining in God’s love?
5. How can we support one another in staying connected to the vine as a community?///
Wondering what Plum Creek Church is all about? Watch this video.
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Links
Home: https://www.plumcreek.church/
Next Steps: https://www.plumcreek.church/next
Ministries: https://www.plumcreek.church/ministries
Give: https://www.plumcreek.church/give
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We're so glad you've chosen to listen to our online experience! Here at Plum Creek, we’re all about changed lives, changing lives; and what that simply means is that what Christ has done in us is not just for us, but it’s for us to share with others in our community and around the world.
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If you're using this teaching as content for a small group setting, we've included some discussion questions as well.
1. How do you relate to the concept of the "old me" that resurfaces in your life, and what steps can you take to let it go?
2. In what ways have you seen transformation come from seasons of difficulty or "crushing" in your life?
3. What does "dying to self" mean in your daily decisions, and how might it lead to greater freedom?
4. How can the resurrection power of Christ bring hope and change to areas of your life that feel stuck or broken?
5. What might trusting God’s process of transformation look like, even when it feels messy or uncertain?///
Wondering what Plum Creek Church is all about? Watch this video.
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Links
Home: https://www.plumcreek.church/
Next Steps: https://www.plumcreek.church/next
Ministries: https://www.plumcreek.church/ministries
Give: https://www.plumcreek.church/give
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We're so glad you've chosen to listen to our online experience! Here at Plum Creek, we’re all about changed lives, changing lives; and what that simply means is that what Christ has done in us is not just for us, but it’s for us to share with others in our community and around the world.
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If you're using this teaching as content for a small group setting, we've included some discussion questions as well.
1. What areas of your life might need a "green harvest" to refocus your resources on producing higher-quality spiritual fruit?
2. How does the concept of "long obedience in the same direction" challenge our modern desire for quick results in spiritual growth?
3. In what ways can trials and crushing seasons be opportunities for spiritual maturity, and how have you experienced this personally?
4. What environments or influences are shaping you the most right now, and how are they impacting your spiritual growth?
5. How does the 1 Corinthians 13 description of love serve as a measure of your spiritual maturity?///
Wondering what Plum Creek Church is all about? Watch this video.
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Links
Home: https://www.plumcreek.church/
Next Steps: https://www.plumcreek.church/next
Ministries: https://www.plumcreek.church/ministries
Give: https://www.plumcreek.church/give
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We're so glad you've chosen to listen to our online experience! Here at Plum Creek, we’re all about changed lives, changing lives; and what that simply means is that what Christ has done in us is not just for us, but it’s for us to share with others in our community and around the world.
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If you're using this teaching as content for a small group setting, we've included some discussion questions as well.
1. What does it mean to “release your demands to be God” of a situation, and how might this change your perspective on forgiveness?
2. In what ways can forgiveness be an invitation from God to deepen your relationship with Him?
3. How does holding onto anger or resentment affect your spiritual life and your relationship with others?
4. Why do you think God calls us to forgive even when reconciliation with the other person may not be possible?
5. How can we learn to trust God’s strength and love when we feel vulnerable or hurt by someone close to us?///
Wondering what Plum Creek Church is all about? Watch this video.
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Links
Home: https://www.plumcreek.church/
Next Steps: https://www.plumcreek.church/next
Ministries: https://www.plumcreek.church/ministries
Give: https://www.plumcreek.church/give
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We're so glad you've chosen to listen to our online experience! Here at Plum Creek, we’re all about changed lives, changing lives; and what that simply means is that what Christ has done in us is not just for us, but it’s for us to share with others in our community and around the world.
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If you're using this teaching as content for a small group setting, we've included some discussion questions as well:
How can we distinguish between a genuine connection with Jesus and a surface-level one?
What are practical ways to “remain” in Jesus throughout our daily lives?
How does the concept of “bearing fruit” manifest in different areas of our lives?
In what ways might our culture’s view of “connection” impact our relationship with God?
How does understanding Jesus as the “true vine” challenge or deepen your faith?
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Wondering what Plum Creek Church is all about? Watch this video.
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Links
Home: https://www.plumcreek.church/
Next Steps: https://www.plumcreek.church/next
Ministries: https://www.plumcreek.church/ministries
Give: https://www.plumcreek.church/give
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We're so glad you've chosen to listen to our online experience! Here at Plum Creek, we’re all about changed lives, changing lives; and what that simply means is that what Christ has done in us is not just for us, but it’s for us to share with others in our community and around the world.
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Try a SOAP Study on a key verse from this message. SOAP is just another way of reading your Bible and applying what you read in a practical way.
SOAP stands for:
Scripture – Read a passage of scripture and write down a verse or two that jumps out to you.
Observation – What are your personal observations that you note from this scripture?
Application – How does it now apply to your everyday life? What can you do to apply this in your life today?
Prayer – Write a personal prayer based on your observation and application.
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Wondering what Plum Creek Church is all about? Watch this video.
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Links
Home: https://www.plumcreek.church/
Next Steps: https://www.plumcreek.church/next
Ministries: https://www.plumcreek.church/ministries
Give: https://www.plumcreek.church/give
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We're so glad you've chosen to listen to our online experience! Here at Plum Creek, we’re all about changed lives, changing lives; and what that simply means is that what Christ has done in us is not just for us, but it’s for us to share with others in our community and around the world.
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If you're using this teaching as content for a small group setting, we've included some discussion questions as well.
1. What are some examples in your life where giving has brought unexpected blessings or joy?
2. How does the concept of generosity as “dollars and seeds” challenge your current views on money and security?
3. In what ways can holding onto what we have create anxiety, rather than the security we expect?
4. How can we cultivate a mindset of irrational generosity in a world that often values keeping and accumulating?
5. What small steps can you take this week to plant seeds of generosity, and how do you think God could use them?///
Wondering what Plum Creek Church is all about? Watch this video.
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Links
Home: https://www.plumcreek.church/
Next Steps: https://www.plumcreek.church/next
Ministries: https://www.plumcreek.church/ministries
Give: https://www.plumcreek.church/give
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We're so glad you've chosen to listen to our online experience! Here at Plum Creek, we’re all about changed lives, changing lives; and what that simply means is that what Christ has done in us is not just for us, but it’s for us to share with others in our community and around the world.
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1. What does it mean to practice "irrational forgiveness," and how does this concept challenge our natural instincts toward justice or revenge?
2. How can holding onto unforgiveness affect your relationship with God and your personal sense of peace?
3. In what ways might relational wounds be an invitation for personal healing rather than solely a source of pain?
4. How can forgiveness coexist with setting healthy boundaries, especially in situations where reconciliation is not possible?
5. How does the act of forgiving others open us up to a deeper understanding of God’s love and grace in our own lives?///
Wondering what Plum Creek Church is all about? Watch this video.
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Links
Home: https://www.plumcreek.church/
Next Steps: https://www.plumcreek.church/next
Ministries: https://www.plumcreek.church/ministries
Give: https://www.plumcreek.church/give
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We're so glad you've chosen to listen to our online experience! Here at Plum Creek, we’re all about changed lives, changing lives; and what that simply means is that what Christ has done in us is not just for us, but it’s for us to share with others in our community and around the world.
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Try a SOAP Study on a key verse from this message. SOAP is just another way of reading your Bible and applying what you read in a practical way.
SOAP stands for:
Scripture – Read a passage of scripture and write down a verse or two that jumps out to you.
Observation – What are your personal observations that you note from this scripture?
Application – How does it now apply to your everyday life? What can you do to apply this in your life today?
Prayer – Write a personal prayer based on your observation and application.
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Wondering what Plum Creek Church is all about? Watch this video.
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Links
Home: https://www.plumcreek.church/
Next Steps: https://www.plumcreek.church/next
Ministries: https://www.plumcreek.church/ministries
Give: https://www.plumcreek.church/give
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We're so glad you've chosen to listen to our online experience! Here at Plum Creek, we’re all about changed lives, changing lives; and what that simply means is that what Christ has done in us is not just for us, but it’s for us to share with others in our community and around the world.
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Try a SOAP Study on a key verse from this message. SOAP is just another way of reading your Bible and applying what you read in a practical way.
SOAP stands for:
Scripture – Read a passage of scripture and write down a verse or two that jumps out to you.
Observation – What are your personal observations that you note from this scripture?
Application – How does it now apply to your everyday life? What can you do to apply this in your life today?
Prayer – Write a personal prayer based on your observation and application.
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Wondering what Plum Creek Church is all about? Watch this video.
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Links
Home: https://www.plumcreek.church/
Next Steps: https://www.plumcreek.church/next
Ministries: https://www.plumcreek.church/ministries
Give: https://www.plumcreek.church/give
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We're so glad you've chosen to listen to our online experience! Here at Plum Creek, we’re all about changed lives, changing lives; and what that simply means is that what Christ has done in us is not just for us, but it’s for us to share with others in our community and around the world.
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Try a SOAP Study on a key verse from this message. SOAP is just another way of reading your Bible and applying what you read in a practical way.
SOAP stands for:
Scripture – Read a passage of scripture and write down a verse or two that jumps out to you.
Observation – What are your personal observations that you note from this scripture?
Application – How does it now apply to your everyday life? What can you do to apply this in your life today?
Prayer – Write a personal prayer based on your observation and application.
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Wondering what Plum Creek Church is all about? Watch this video.
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Links
Home: https://www.plumcreek.church/
Next Steps: https://www.plumcreek.church/next
Ministries: https://www.plumcreek.church/ministries
Give: https://www.plumcreek.church/give
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We're so glad you've chosen to listen to our online experience! Here at Plum Creek, we’re all about changed lives, changing lives; and what that simply means is that what Christ has done in us is not just for us, but it’s for us to share with others in our community and around the world.
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If you're using this teaching as content for a small group setting, we've included some discussion questions as well.
1. What are some moments in your life where you felt God prompting you to act, and how did you respond?
2. How do you think saying "yes" to God could lead to unexpected or transformative experiences in your life?
3. What fears hold you back from following God’s whispers in your daily life?
4. How could showing up with expectancy change the way you interact with people?
5. Can you share a story where God worked through an unexpected "yes" in your life?///
Wondering what Plum Creek Church is all about? Watch this video.
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Links
Home: https://www.plumcreek.church/
Next Steps: https://www.plumcreek.church/next
Ministries: https://www.plumcreek.church/ministries
Give: https://www.plumcreek.church/give
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We're so glad you've chosen to listen to our online experience! Here at Plum Creek, we’re all about changed lives, changing lives; and what that simply means is that what Christ has done in us is not just for us, but it’s for us to share with others in our community and around the world.
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Try a SOAP Study on a key verse from this message. SOAP is just another way of reading your Bible and applying what you read in a practical way.
SOAP stands for:
Scripture – Read a passage of scripture and write down a verse or two that jumps out to you.
Observation – What are your personal observations that you note from this scripture?
Application – How does it now apply to your everyday life? What can you do to apply this in your life today?
Prayer – Write a personal prayer based on your observation and application.
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Wondering what Plum Creek Church is all about? Watch this video.
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Links
Home: https://www.plumcreek.church/
Next Steps: https://www.plumcreek.church/next
Ministries: https://www.plumcreek.church/ministries
Give: https://www.plumcreek.church/give
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We're so glad you've chosen to listen to our online experience! Here at Plum Creek, we’re all about changed lives, changing lives; and what that simply means is that what Christ has done in us is not just for us, but it’s for us to share with others in our community and around the world.
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Try a SOAP Study on a key verse from this message. SOAP is just another way of reading your Bible and applying what you read in a practical way.
SOAP stands for:
Scripture – Read a passage of scripture and write down a verse or two that jumps out to you.
Observation – What are your personal observations that you note from this scripture?
Application – How does it now apply to your everyday life? What can you do to apply this in your life today?
Prayer – Write a personal prayer based on your observation and application.
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Wondering what Plum Creek Church is all about? Watch this video.
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Links
Home: https://www.plumcreek.church/
Next Steps: https://www.plumcreek.church/next
Ministries: https://www.plumcreek.church/ministries
Give: https://www.plumcreek.church/give
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We're so glad you've chosen to listen to our online experience! Here at Plum Creek, we’re all about changed lives, changing lives; and what that simply means is that what Christ has done in us is not just for us, but it’s for us to share with others in our community and around the world.
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Try a SOAP Study on a key verse from this message. SOAP is just another way of reading your Bible and applying what you read in a practical way.
SOAP stands for:
Scripture – Read a passage of scripture and write down a verse or two that jumps out to you.
Observation – What are your personal observations that you note from this scripture?
Application – How does it now apply to your everyday life? What can you do to apply this in your life today?
Prayer – Write a personal prayer based on your observation and application.
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Wondering what Plum Creek Church is all about? Watch this video.
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Links
Home: https://www.plumcreek.church/
Next Steps: https://www.plumcreek.church/next
Ministries: https://www.plumcreek.church/ministries
Give: https://www.plumcreek.church/give
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We're so glad you've chosen to listen to our online experience! Here at Plum Creek, we’re all about changed lives, changing lives; and what that simply means is that what Christ has done in us is not just for us, but it’s for us to share with others in our community and around the world.
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Try a SOAP Study on a key verse from this message. SOAP is just another way of reading your Bible and applying what you read in a practical way.
SOAP stands for:
Scripture – Read a passage of scripture and write down a verse or two that jumps out to you.
Observation – What are your personal observations that you note from this scripture?
Application – How does it now apply to your everyday life? What can you do to apply this in your life today?
Prayer – Write a personal prayer based on your observation and application.
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Wondering what Plum Creek Church is all about? Watch this video.
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Links
Home: https://www.plumcreek.church/
Next Steps: https://www.plumcreek.church/next
Ministries: https://www.plumcreek.church/ministries
Give: https://www.plumcreek.church/give
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We're so glad you've chosen to listen to our online experience! Here at Plum Creek, we’re all about changed lives, changing lives; and what that simply means is that what Christ has done in us is not just for us, but it’s for us to share with others in our community and around the world.
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Try a SOAP Study on a key verse from this message. SOAP is just another way of reading your Bible and applying what you read in a practical way.
SOAP stands for:
Scripture – Read a passage of scripture and write down a verse or two that jumps out to you.
Observation – What are your personal observations that you note from this scripture?
Application – How does it now apply to your everyday life? What can you do to apply this in your life today?
Prayer – Write a personal prayer based on your observation and application.
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Wondering what Plum Creek Church is all about? Watch this video.
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Links
Home: https://www.plumcreek.church/
Next Steps: https://www.plumcreek.church/next
Ministries: https://www.plumcreek.church/ministries
Give: https://www.plumcreek.church/give
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We're so glad you've chosen to listen to our online experience! Here at Plum Creek, we’re all about changed lives, changing lives; and what that simply means is that what Christ has done in us is not just for us, but it’s for us to share with others in our community and around the world.
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Try a SOAP Study on a key verse from this message. SOAP is just another way of reading your Bible and applying what you read in a practical way.
SOAP stands for:
Scripture – Read a passage of scripture and write down a verse or two that jumps out to you.
Observation – What are your personal observations that you note from this scripture?
Application – How does it now apply to your everyday life? What can you do to apply this in your life today?
Prayer – Write a personal prayer based on your observation and application.
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Wondering what Plum Creek Church is all about? Watch this video.
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Links
Home: https://www.plumcreek.church/
Next Steps: https://www.plumcreek.church/next
Ministries: https://www.plumcreek.church/ministries
Give: https://www.plumcreek.church/give - Show more
