United Church, Atlanta, GA
From Craving to Contentment
The secret to a truly full life isn't about getting more; it's about finding a source of peace and purpose so deep that it overflows into every part of your life.
Locations & Times
United Church
1775 Water Pl SE, Atlanta, GA 30339, USA
Sunday 9:00 AM
Sunday 11:00 AM
KEY THOUGHT
The shift from craving to contentment is achieved by conquering the lie of “Enough"—the foolish belief that our soul's security is found in our possessions, rather than in Christ alone.
The shift from craving to contentment is achieved by conquering the lie of “Enough"—the foolish belief that our soul's security is found in our possessions, rather than in Christ alone.
HOOK
Build your life on what lasts, not what lacks.
Build your life on what lasts, not what lacks.
Life does not consist in the abundance of _______________. (Luke 12:15)
PERSONAL APPLICATION
● How can I identify the areas in my life where I am chasing "enough"?
● What steps can I take to trust in Christ for my security rather than my possessions?
● How can I identify the areas in my life where I am chasing "enough"?
● What steps can I take to trust in Christ for my security rather than my possessions?
We are called to be rich toward _______________. (Luke 12:21)
PERSONAL APPLICATION
● How can I shift my focus from accumulating wealth to being rich toward God?
● What practical ways can I demonstrate generosity in my community?
● How can I shift my focus from accumulating wealth to being rich toward God?
● What practical ways can I demonstrate generosity in my community?
Contentment is the cure for _______________. (1 Timothy 6:6-7)
PERSONAL APPLICATION
● How can I cultivate contentment in my daily life?
● Where can I find opportunities to practice gratitude and generosity?
● How can I cultivate contentment in my daily life?
● Where can I find opportunities to practice gratitude and generosity?
STEPS TO A LIFE OF MORE:
● Shift from _______________ to contentment. (craving)
● Start living as _______________. (stewards of God's resources)
● Give believing God will actually _______________. (provide)
● Shift from _______________ to contentment. (craving)
● Start living as _______________. (stewards of God's resources)
● Give believing God will actually _______________. (provide)
TODAY'S PERSONAL RESPONSE:
My next step of obedience: __________________________________________
My next step of obedience: __________________________________________
DISCIPLESHIP QUESTIONS:
● How can I actively contribute to the mission of United through generosity?
● Do I see my identity as a steward of God’s resources as central to who I am?
● How can I let God lead in areas where I feel possessive?
● How can I actively contribute to the mission of United through generosity?
● Do I see my identity as a steward of God’s resources as central to who I am?
● How can I let God lead in areas where I feel possessive?
PRAYER POINTS
● For the courage to live with contentment
● For joy in seeing God’s provision
● For commitment to God’s mission through generosity
● For the courage to live with contentment
● For joy in seeing God’s provision
● For commitment to God’s mission through generosity
ADDITIONAL SCRIPTURE REFERENCES FOR FURTHER STUDY:
● Philippians 4:11-13
● Matthew 6:19-21
● Hebrews 13:5
● 2 Corinthians 9:6-8
● Philippians 4:11-13
● Matthew 6:19-21
● Hebrews 13:5
● 2 Corinthians 9:6-8
WEEKLY CHALLENGE
This week, I will:
● Practice contentment in my daily life
● Reach out to someone in need of encouragement
● Invite others to join in acts of generosity
This week, I will:
● Practice contentment in my daily life
● Reach out to someone in need of encouragement
● Invite others to join in acts of generosity
Financial Margin Worksheet
Use this worksheet to assess your financial margin, define what’s “enough,” and make informed giving and budgeting decisions.
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Harvest Three-Year Discipleship Journey Continues
Harvest is a three-year discipleship journey at United Church to cultivate redemptive passion through radical generosity, sacrificial commitment, and spiritual growth. As we enter Year Three, we invite you to join us, pressing in, finishing strong, and aligning your heart with God’s mission.
https://united.online/harvest
Pray With Us
Continue seeking the Lord in prayer. Join us for Corporate Prayer on Saturdays at 10am. We will no longer be having prayer during the weekday.
Lunch With the Crumps - November 2
Come have lunch with Pastor Leonce and Breanna after service and get to know more about the heart of United Church, discover your purpose, make a difference by joining the Dream Team, and become a member of United.
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November Bible Reading Plan Check-In
Join Pastor Matt on Monday, November 3 at 8AM on our YouTube channel for our monthly Bible Reading Plan check-in! Hear encouragement, insights, and reflections on October’s readings and get a sneak peek at what’s ahead in November as we dive deeper into God’s Word together.
https://united.online/bibleplan
New Look, Same Heart
As we step into this new season with a new name, we're still the same church on mission to unite people to Jesus and each other. To learn more about the heart behind our rebrand and what’s ahead, visit our website.
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