October 12, 2025
Practicing The Way
New Shape
Jesus’ invitation is follow him: to be with him, become like him, and do what he did. We surrender control to Jesus, resist the pattern of the world that shapes us, and rely on the power of the Holy Spirit for transformation.
Songs for this week: Spotify
Questions:
Romans 12:1-2
- Last week, we talked about developing a daily prayer rhythm. What is most challenging for you in prayer? What was a prayer highlight for you this week?
- How would you answer the question, “Who am I becoming?”
- What is one daily or weekly habit that puts you in a position to receive God’s love? What is one habit that might be “conforming you to the pattern of this world?”
- Who are the most important people in your life? How might they be shaping you?
- How would you explain to a spiritually curious friend Jesus’ invitation to be transformed (to become like him)?
Weekly Practice:
Formation Audit
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Recent Sermons
Mark 1:16-18 -We begin our series on Practicing the Way—exploring how Jesus’ rhythms of prayer, fasting, solitude, and Sabbath invite ordinary people to grow in grace and intimacy with God
Acts 17:16-34 -Paul shares the hope of Jesus in everyday language, guiding seekers toward truth and showing where their search for God had gone astray.
Acts 13:1-5 -The first Christians had small groups! They knew, because Jesus modelled it, that we’re much better in groups than we are as individuals. The group that gathered in Antioch was diverse, zoned in on Jesus and figuring out how to be outward-facing. Your own group will want all that and more!
Acts 8:9-25 - Simon put on a good show (literally!), but his heart was full of bitterness. He wasn’t healthy and wasn’t taking the steps to be healthy. What about us today?
Acts 2:40-47 - As a church, we’re taking some time to talk about our vision and strategy. We’re hoping to add clarity to why and how we do what we do in this season.
Psalm 129 is a bit of a nasty Psalm! The writer has been oppressed and doesn’t hold back in expressing what that feels like. You might think being a believer means your troubles disappear, but that has never been the case. The good news is that God is neither blind nor indifferent to our struggles.
