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August Projected $110,000 August Received To Date 60,600 Annual Projected 1,486,650 Annual Giving Received 1,483,008

August 21, 2016 :: Sunday Services :: 8:45 & 10:30am

Discussion Questions for Personal Growth

8:45 AM 10:30 am TotalClasses (0-12 grade) 46 25 71Worship Center 326 229 555Total 626

1. Have you ever felt like you did not need to read your Bible or pray? If so, why?

2. Have you ever been spiritually stuck? If so, why? What do you think caused it?

3. What are the effects of Christians not growing spiritually? (Look at verses 9-11.)

4. What are the positive effects of spiritual growth? (Read verse 10.)

5. Why do Christians look at other Christians or even non-Christians as the measuring stick for spiritual growth?

6. Who is the right standard for us to measure our spiritual growth against?

7. What are the by-products of having a growing relationship with Jesus?

8. Have you ever tried to grow spiritually and left God out of it? If so, why and how?

9. Where does the strength come from to try and be like Jesus? (Read verse 4.)

10. What is the proper motivation to grow spiritually? What is the purpose in spiritual growth?

11. Why do you think Christians get stuck or become lazy spiritually?

12. What can you do to keep movement in your spiritual walk with Jesus?

Sermon NotesMOVE

1Peter 1:1-10Pastor Eric Burns

Welcome!We are so honored that you have joined with us in worship this morning. Please complete a Connection Card and bring it after services to the Guest Welcome Center in the lobby for your special gift. We would love to meet you!

Staying ConnectedStories from Thailand! Come today from 4:30-6:00pm in room A103 to support Cecil and Tracy Ramos as they share about their 3 years in Thailand with MBMission. Refreshments will be provided. Your presence will bless and encourage them!Moms of Littles - Our MOPS program at LBC is changing to MOMS OF LITTLES! We provide encouragement and fun for moms who have kids ages 0-kindergarten! Registration is available on our website.Pray for California with Christians from all over at “Awake California” on Saturday, August 27th from 9:00am to 5:00pm at Rabobank Arena. Come for the whole day or for part of the day. Fliers available at the info desk. Men’s Breakfast - Come start your day in the Activities Center at 8am on August 27th. Eat a hearty breakfast with a bunch of great guys! We’re excited to hear Mike Sampley talk about the value of supporting each other as we come together and face life’s battles. AWANA - Registration begins today in the courtyard. Our club meets Sunday evenings from 4:00-6:00 during the shcool year. Children from 3 years - 6th grade play exciting relay games, memorize scripture from their AWANA handbooks, win awards and, most importantly, hear God’s Word. Financial Peace University - The FREE Preview is on Sunday, September 11 at 4pm in room A205. We can accommodate children ages 3 years to sixth grade with the AWANA program.Keep connected with us throughout the week! Here’s how:•Visit us online at www.laurelglenbible.org•“Like” us on Facebook or follow us on Instagram @laurelglenbible•Text “LBC FAMILY” to 97000 to receive event updates on your cell phone•Connect to LBC_Guest wireless internet: password is LaurelGlen2016

Intro

What is the destination

Why move

Roadblocks

How do we get there