Message Action Plan
Talk It OverScriptures Used
Luke 15:6-10, 22, 28-30
How to Join God's Party:
- Push past the SHAME.
ACTION PLAN: Take 15 minutes to sit in a quiet, peaceful place and close your eyes. Imagine yourself sitting in your favorite place, and as you sit, see Jesus approach you. As He greets you with a hug and sits next to you, begin talking to Him about that which you feel shame for and remember that He has nothing but grace and compassion for you.
- Embrace the fact that EFFORT DOESN'T QUALIFY YOU.
ACTION PLAN: This week, take time to go on a prayer walk with God. Rather than speaking to God, spend this time in His quiet presence, focusing more on being with God than trying to please Him through effort. Remember that He is pleased with you for just being His creation and rejoices over the time you spend with Him.
- Turn towards the FATHER.
ACTION PLAN: Luke 9:23 (NLT) says, "If any of you wants to be my follower, you must give up your own way, take up your cross daily, and follow me." If we want to live in the river of delight that God offers us, we have to let go of our grasp on whatever is keeping us from that joy. In a journal, reflect on what may have been robbing you of that joy, whether it's a need for control, a feeling of lacking somewhere, or even discontent with yourself. Bring that lack of joy to God and ask Him to lead you into His river of delight.
