IGNYTE I will ignite the kingdom life within you,a fire within you, the Holy Spirit within you, changing you from the inside out -Matthew 3:11-

Mark 10

Service is often unglamorous. But for those who desire to follow Christ, no act of service is beneath them, because they've acquired Jesus' servant heart.

When you think of the word success, what sort of ideas usually come to your mind? How are these ideas similar to or different from Jesus' definition of success?

What would it look like for you to be successful in Jesus' eyes?

Matthew 6

What day-to-day needs concern you today? Write a prayer to your heavenly Father, asking him to meet your needs as you place his kingdom first in your life.

In what practical ways can you put God's kingdom first in the upcoming week?

What "treasures in heaven" have you recently "stored up"?

Luke 6

SCRIPTURE:

Jesus said that the wise person puts his words into practice habitually, before a storm hits. How do you make obedience a habit in the "calm" times? When has this helped to see you through a more difficult time in your life?

We need to be like Christ in his quiet moments and in his active obedience to his Father. For Jesus, deep obedience came naturally because he knew his Father's love.

Unless we trust God to have our best interests at heart, we will obey him fearfully, if at all. What motivates you to obey God - fear, or his love for you? Why?

1. How does your obedience to what Jesus has told you to do demonstrate the quality of your own faith?

2. In what areas is Jesus asking you for your obedience?

3. What can you do to surrender those areas over to his control?

You all did a fantastic job organizing the Friend Day. We all enjoyed ourselves so much! Thanks to Sue Jane, Deric, Fiona, Eunice, Mun Teng, Emily, Melanie and all the musicians, Raymond, Reynard, Ken Ee, Mabelyn (hope I did not miss out anyone)

About 19 newcomers came for the Friend Day. It was a tremendous success. Awesome. The next project will be Easter. Then next we will plan for a youth concert to be held in a public hall.

What say you guys? (when I say guys, I also mean gals). Give me your comments.

Matthew 6:9

SCRIPTURE:

Matthew 6:9: Jesus said to them, "In this manner, therefore, pray: Our Father in heaven, hallowed be Your name."

Jesus wanted his disciples to pray from hearts of love to a Father who loved them.

1. What past experiences have helped or hindered you in viewing God as a loving Father?

2. What are some challenges you are currently facing in your prayer life?

3. What are some practical ways you can overcome these challenges?

4. Take some time out of your busy schedule and spend a half an hour with God in prayer. write a letter to God, expressing whatever is on your heart.

Psalm 46

"Step out of the traffic! Take a long, loving look at me, your High God." Psalm 46:10

Hurry is a disease in our culture. But your number one priority should be: Love God with everything you've got and love others as yourself.

Is it typically easy or difficult for you to take time out of your schedule and spend it in solitude and prayer? Why or why not?

What changes would you see in your life if you were able to spend more quiet time with God? Are these changes worth the sacrifice that it might take to do so? Why or why not?

In what situations do you most need the quiet solitude and peace of God? What can you do to take a step back and experience his rest?

Write a prayer of commitment to the Lord, to begin or maintain a personal quiet time alone with him. Describe for him why you enjoy spending time with him.

Thanks for helping out at the Carnival Food and Exhibition Fair and Praise the Lord to the SCC Fountain of Joy. You danced with great "semangat.' Keep it up! And more to come!

We continue our devotion on Luke4: -11 on the temptations of Jesus.

"If you are the Son of God, turn these stones into bread" (see Luke 4:3). Jesus was hungry. the devil asked him to fulfill his physical needs in an inappropriate way. Can you relate to this temptation? If so, how?

"If you bow down and worship me, I will give you the kingdom of the world" (see Luke 4:7). Jesus was the true and rightful King, but Satan offered him the "fast track" to what was already his. Have you ever been tempted to forcefully take something that rightfully belonged to you? Have you ever been tempted to act on a promise of God - but out of his timing?

If you are the Son of God, throw yourself off the pinnacle of the temple, and the angels will catch you" (see Luke 4:9-10). Have you ever been tempted with the desire of fame? How about looking good in front of - or even more righteous than - other people?

Jesus was able to stand strong against the temptations of Satan because he had spent time fasting and he was full of God's Word. List some ways that you can prepare ahead of time for whatever temptations the devil might bring into your life.