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Do you ever feel like your faith shakes when life gets tough?

Discover how praising God can lift you up and how the right friends can help you stay strong. Join Monty as he launches our new series on prayer, unpacking the power of praise from the Lord’s Prayer. Learn to raise your hands in victory, even in hard times, and grow closer to Jesus!

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Everybody’s Hands Go Up - Strong in Prayer and Praise

(Matthew 6:9-13 NIV)

This, then, is how you should pray: “Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, (10) your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. (11) Give us today our daily bread. (12) And forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors. (13) And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one.”

(Matthew 6:9 NLT)

Our Father in heaven, may your name be kept holy.

(Exodus 17:11-13 NLT)

As long as Moses held up the staff in his hand, the Israelites had the advantage. But whenever he dropped his hand, the Amalekites gained the advantage. (12) Moses’ arms soon became so tired he could no longer hold them up. So Aaron and Hur found a stone for him to sit on. Then they stood on each side of Moses, holding up his hands. So his hands held steady until sunset. (13) As a result, Joshua overwhelmed the army of Amalek in battle.

We Need to Lift Our Hands Up 

(1 Corinthians 15:57 NLT)

But thank God! He gives us victory over sin and death through our Lord Jesus Christ.

We Need Others to Help us Lift Our Hands 

(Proverbs 18:24 NLT )

There are “friends” who destroy each other, but a real friend sticks closer than a brother.

(John 15:15-17 NLT)

I no longer call you slaves, because a master doesn’t confide in his slaves. Now you are my friends, since I have told you everything the Father told me. (16) You didn’t choose me. I chose you. I appointed you to go and produce lasting fruit, so that the Father will give you whatever you ask for, using my name. (17) This is my command: Love each other.

We Need to Help Others to Lift Their Hands 

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Connect Group Questions:

1. What happens when we pray and praise together?
2. In the story of Moses, how did his friends help him keep his hands lifted?
3. Why is it important to have friends who help us stay strong in faith?
4. How can you help someone this week to “keep their hands lifted”?

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What if your praise is the key to your victory? Before the walls of Jericho fell, the people marched. They worshiped. They praised together. And when they shouted, God moved. Watch this week as we learn the importance of praising God together!

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Can you praise even in the hard times? Paul and Silas were beaten, thrown into prison and what did they do? They prayed. They praised. And that praise shook the ground. So whatever you're facing, send praise UP to God.

Paul and Silas were wrongly accused, beaten, and thrown into prison. And what did they do? Did they curse, complain, or have a meltdown? Or did they look UP to heaven and send praises to God? 

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What leads to praise? Is it just a good song or something deeper? This week we find what leads us to praise. All it takes is a thankful heart.

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Ever wonder what praise really is? Just singing? Just music? Or is it something more? Praise is more than a song. It’s joy, thankfulness, and putting God first. Find out more in this week’s message!

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God is with us, and He wants to help us! At Pentecost, we received the ultimate gift—the Holy Spirit. Discover how the Holy Spirit can empower you today!

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God is with You and He Wants to Help 

Jesus’s Love For Peter

(John 21:15-19 NIV) 

When they had finished eating, Jesus said to Simon Peter, “Simon son of John, do you love me more than these?” “Yes, Lord,” he said, “you know that I love you.” Jesus said, “Feed my lambs.” (16) Again Jesus said, “Simon son of John, do you love me?” He answered, “Yes, Lord, you know that I love you.” Jesus said, “Take care of my sheep.” (17) The third time he said to him, “Simon son of John, do you love me?” Peter was hurt because Jesus asked him the third time, “Do you love me?” He said, “Lord, you know all things; you know that I love you.” Jesus said, “Feed my sheep. (18) Very truly I tell you, when you were younger you dressed yourself and went where you wanted; but when you are old you will stretch out your hands, and someone else will dress you and lead you where you do not want to go.” (19) Jesus said this to indicate the kind of death by which Peter would glorify God. Then he said to him, “Follow me!”

Promise of Jesus (Helper)

(Acts 1:4-5 NIV) 

On one occasion, while he was eating with them, he gave them this command: “Do not leave Jerusalem, but wait for the gift my Father promised, which you have heard me speak about. (5) For John baptized with water, but in a few days you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit.”

(Acts 1:8 NIV) 

But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.

The Day of Pentecost

(Acts 2:1-4 NIV) 

When the day of Pentecost came, they were all together in one place. (2) Suddenly a sound like the blowing of a violent wind came from heaven and filled the whole house where they were sitting. (3) They saw what seemed to be tongues of fire that separated and came to rest on each of them. (4) All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other tongues as the Spirit enabled them.

The Holy Spirit Enables Us To Be Strong Leaders

Peter Preaches the Good News with Boldness

(Acts 2:38-41 NIV) 

Peter replied, “Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. And you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. (39) The promise is for you and your children and for all who are far off—for all whom the Lord our God will call.” (40) With many other words he warned them; and he pleaded with them, “Save yourselves from this corrupt generation.” (41) Those who accepted his message were baptized, and about three thousand were added to their number that day.

How Can the Holy Spirit Help Us?

(Acts 1:8 NLT)

But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you. And you will be my witnesses, telling people about me everywhere—in Jerusalem, throughout Judea, in Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.

(Acts 2:1-4 ERV)

When the day of Pentecost came, they were all together in one place. (2) Suddenly a noise came from heaven. It sounded like a strong wind blowing. This noise filled the whole house where they were sitting. (3) They saw something that looked like flames of fire. The flames were separated and stood over each person there. (4) They were all filled with the Holy Spirit, and they began to speak different languages. The Holy Spirit was giving them the power to do this.

(Acts 2:14,38 ERV)

Then Peter stood up with the other eleven apostles. He spoke loudly so that all the people could hear. He said, “My Jewish brothers and all of you who live in Jerusalem, listen to me. I will tell you something you need to know. Listen carefully… (37) When the people heard this, they felt very, very sorry. They asked Peter and the other apostles, “Brothers, what should we do?” (38) Peter said to them, “Change your hearts and lives and be baptized, each one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ. Then God will forgive your sins, and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.

(Acts 2:41 ERV)

Then those who accepted what Peter said were baptized. On that day about 3000 people were added to the group of believers.

The Holy Spirit Helps Us

(Romans 5:5 ERV)

And this hope will never disappoint us. We know this because God has poured out his love to fill our hearts through the Holy Spirit he gave us.

The Holy Spirit Helps Us Help Others

(Romans 12:6-8 ERV)

We all have different gifts. Each gift came because of the grace God gave us. Whoever has the gift of prophecy should use that gift in a way that fits the kind of faith they have. (7) Whoever has the gift of serving should serve. Whoever has the gift of teaching should teach. (8) Whoever has the gift of comforting others should do that. Whoever has the gift of giving to help others should give generously. Whoever has the gift of leading should work hard at it. Whoever has the gift of showing kindness to others should do it gladly.

(1 Timothy 2:4-5 ERV)

God wants everyone to be saved and to fully understand the truth. (5) There is only one God, and there is only one way that people can reach God. That way is through Christ Jesus, who as a man (6) gave himself to pay for everyone to be free. This is the message that was given to us at just the right time.

Questions:

• Jesus asked Peter three times, “Do you love me?” Then, Jesus said to Peter, "Feed my sheep." How can we show our love for Jesus? How can we show we care for others in our daily lives? (John 21:15-17)
• Peter denied Jesus three times, yet Jesus restored him and gave him a purpose. How does this encourage you when you feel like you’ve made mistakes? (John 21:15-19)
• Jesus promised the disciples they would receive power through the Holy Spirit. Why do you think the Holy Spirit wants to help us be bold? (Acts 1:8, Acts 2:38-41)
• The Holy Spirit gives everyone unique gifts to serve others. What gifts do you think God has given you? How can you use them to help others? (Romans 12:6-8)
• When Jesus told Peter, “Follow me,” it was a call to completely trust Jesus. What does it mean for you to follow Jesus in your life? (John 21:19)

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Why do we Celebrate the Resurrection of Jesus? What does this special day mean for the world, and for you and me? Join us to experience the joy of Jesus’s victory as we celebrate Easter Sunday together!

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Resurrection Day is Celebration Day

(Hebrews 12:2 NIV)

Fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God

(Ephesians 1:7 NIV)

In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God’s grace.

(John 20:1-2 NIV)

Early on the first day of the week, while it was still dark, Mary Magdalene went to the tomb and saw that the stone had been removed from the entrance. (2) So she came running to Simon Peter and the other disciple, the one Jesus loved, and said, “They have taken the Lord out of the tomb, and we don’t know where they have put him!”

(John 20:14-16 NIV)

At this, she turned around and saw Jesus standing there, but she did not realize that it was Jesus. (15) He asked her, “Woman, why are you crying? Who is it you are looking for?” Thinking he was the gardener, she said, “Sir, if you have carried him away, tell me where you have put him, and I will get him.” (16) Jesus said to her, “Mary.”

(John 20:19-20 NIV)

On the evening of that first day of the week, when the disciples were together, with the doors locked for fear of the Jewish leaders, Jesus came and stood among them and said, “Peace be with you!” (20)  After he said this, he showed them his hands and side. The disciples were overjoyed when they saw the Lord."

Joy to the World

(Luke 2:10 NIV)

But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people."

Joy to the Cities

(Acts 8:8 NIV)

So there was great joy in that city.

Joy to You and I

(Psalm 126:1-3 NIV)

When the Lord restored the fortunes of Zion, we were like those who dreamed. (2) Our mouths were filled with laughter, our tongues with songs of joy. Then it was said among the nations, "The Lord has done great things for them.” (3) The Lord has done great things for us, and we are filled with joy.

Questions:

• Why should we fix our eyes on Jesus, as Hebrews 12:2 says?
• Ephesians 1:7 talks about redemption and forgiveness through Jesus. How can knowing you are forgiven change the way you live and interact with others?
• Mary didn’t recognize Jesus at first (John 20:14-16). Do you recognize Jesus working in your life? 
• What did Jesus bring to his disciples when He appeared to them? (John 20:19-20). How can you share this peace and joy with others in our daily lives?
• Resurrection Day is a celebration of victory over sin and death. How do people know that God has done great things for them? How can you guard this victory?

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What happened at the Cross? Forgiveness, Love, Salvation, and Victory came at a price. Tune in this week to learn how the power of Jesus’s victory can impact our lives!

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At the Cross - The Power of Jesus’s Death

(Mark 15:15 NLT) 

So to pacify the crowd, Pilate released Barabbas to them. He ordered Jesus flogged with a lead-tipped whip, then turned him over to the Roman soldiers to be crucified.

(Mark 15:17-20 NLT)

They dressed him in a purple robe, and they wove thorn branches into a crown and put it on his head. (18) Then they saluted him and taunted, “Hail! King of the Jews!” (19) And they struck him on the head with a reed stick, spit on him, and dropped to their knees in mock worship. (20) When they were finally tired of mocking him, they took off the purple robe and put his own clothes on him again. Then they led him away to be crucified.

(Luke 23:34 NLT)

Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they don’t know what they are doing.” And the soldiers gambled for his clothes by throwing dice.

Forgiveness

(John 19:26-27 NLT)

When Jesus saw his mother standing there beside the disciple he loved, he said to her, “Dear woman, here is your son.” (27) And he said to this disciple, “Here is your mother.” And from then on this disciple took her into his home.

Love 

(Luke 23:39-43 NLT)

One of the criminals hanging beside him scoffed, “So you’re the Messiah, are you? Prove it by saving yourself—and us, too, while you’re at it!” (40) But the other criminal protested, “Don’t you fear God even when you have been sentenced to die? (41) We deserve to die for our crimes, but this man hasn’t done anything wrong.” (42) Then he said, “Jesus, remember me when you come into your Kingdom.” (43) And Jesus replied, “I assure you, today you will be with me in paradise.”

Salvation 

(John 19:30 NLT)

When Jesus had tasted it, he said, “It is finished!” Then he bowed his head and gave up his spirit.

TETELESTAI 

(Luke 23:47 NLT)

When the Roman officer overseeing the execution saw what had happened, he worshiped God and said, “Surely this man was innocent.”

(Mark 15:39 NLT)

When the Roman officer who stood facing him saw how he had died, he exclaimed, “This man truly was the Son of God!”

(Colossians 2:13-15 NLT)

You were dead because of your sins and because your sinful nature was not yet cut away. Then God made you alive with Christ, for he forgave all our sins. (14) He canceled the record of the charges against us and took it away by nailing it to the cross. (15) In this way, he disarmed the spiritual rulers and authorities. He shamed them publicly by his victory over them on the cross.

Connect Group Questions:

• What happens to our sins when we are made alive with Christ? How can we live in the freedom Jesus gave us by defeating sin on the cross? What does that look like in your daily life? (Colossians 2:13-15)
• Jesus forgave those who crucified Him. How does His example help us forgive others, even when it’s hard? (Luke 23:34)
• How can we share the good news of Jesus’s victory with our words and actions? (Mark 15:39)
• Jesus trusted God’s plan even in suffering. How can we trust God’s plan for our lives, especially during difficult times? (Luke 23:46)

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How do you fight back when life gets tough? Jesus showed the way—with God's Word, the Sword of the Spirit! How do we use this powerful weapon? Find out this week!

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How Do I Fight Back When Life Gets Tough?

(Ephesians 6:17 NLT) 

Put on salvation as your helmet, and take the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.

(Matthew 4:1-4 NIV) 

Then Jesus was led by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil. (2) After fasting forty days and forty nights, He was hungry. (3) The tempter came to Him and said, “If you are the Son of God, tell these stones to become bread.” (4) Jesus answered, “It is written: ‘Man shall not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.’”

Know Your Weaknesses & Know The Word

(Psalm 119:11 NIV) 

I have hidden Your word in my heart that I might not sin against You.

(Colossians 3:23 NLT)

Work willingly at whatever you do, as though you were working for the Lord rather than for people.

(1 John 1:9 NLT)

But if we confess our sins to him, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all wickedness.

(Matthew 4:5-7 NIV)

Then the devil took Him to the holy city and had Him stand on the highest point of the temple. (6) “If you are the Son of God,” he said, “throw Yourself down. For it is written: ‘He will command His angels concerning You, and they will lift You up in their hands, so that You will not strike Your foot against a stone.’” (7) Jesus answered him, “It is also written: ‘Do not put the Lord your God to the test.’”

Know the Enemy’s Lies & Know The Truth

(Ephesians 4:14 NLT)

Then we will no longer be immature like children. We won't be tossed and blown about by every wind of new teaching. We will not be influenced when people try to trick us with lies so clever they sound like the truth.

(2 Timothy 3:16-17 NIV) 

All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting, and training in righteousness, (17) so that the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work.

(Matthew 4:8-11 NIV)

Again, the devil took Him to a very high mountain and showed Him all the kingdoms of the world and their splendor. (9) “All this I will give you,” he said, “if you will bow down and worship me.” (10) Jesus said to him, “Away from Me, Satan! For it is written: ‘Worship the Lord your God, and serve Him only.’” (11) Then the devil left Him, and angels came and attended Him.

Attack With Scripture Quickly & With Faith

(James 4:7 NIV)

Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.

(Ephesians 6:10 ERV)

A final word: Be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power.

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How can we improve our mental health? The Helmet of Salvation protects our thoughts and guards our hearts! When we declare Jesus as Lord, we begin to experience His transformative power!

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How Can I Have Better Mental Health?

Helmet of Salvation

(Ephesians 6:10-11, 17a NLT) 

A final word: Be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. (11) Put on all of God’s armor so that you will be able to stand firm against all strategies of the devil. 

…(17) Put on salvation as your helmet.

(Romans 10:9-10 NLT) 

If you openly declare that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. (10) For it is by believing in your heart that you are made right with God, and it is by openly declaring your faith that you are saved.

(Proverbs 4:23 NIV) 

Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.

(Proverbs 4:23 NLT) 

Guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life.

(Proverbs 4:23 ERV) 

Above all, be careful what you think because your thoughts control your life.

(Luke 8:35-36 NIV) 

And the people went out to see what had happened. When they came to Jesus, they found the man from whom the demons had gone out, sitting at Jesus’ feet, dressed and in his right mind; and they were afraid. (36) Those who had seen it told the people how the demon-possessed man had been cured. 

We Need to Get PROACTIVE with Our Thoughts! 

(Mark 7:20 NLT 1996) 

And then he added, “It is the thought-life that defiles you.”

(Colossians 2:8-9 NLT) 

Don’t let anyone capture you with empty philosophies and high-sounding nonsense that come from human thinking and from the spiritual powers of this world, rather than from Christ. (9) For in Christ lives all the fullness of God in a human body.

(2 Corinthians 10:3-5 NLT) 

We are human, but we don’t wage war as humans do. (4) We use God’s mighty weapons, not worldly weapons, to knock down the strongholds of human reasoning and to destroy false arguments. (5) We destroy every proud obstacle that keeps people from knowing God. We capture their rebellious thoughts and teach them to obey Christ.

Think Like God Wants Us To 

(Colossians 3:1-2 NLT) 

Since you have been raised to new life with Christ, set your sights on the realities of heaven, where Christ sits in the place of honor at God’s right hand. (2) Think about the things of heaven, not the things of earth. 

(Philippians 4:8-9 NLT) 

And now, dear brothers and sisters, one final thing. Fix your thoughts on what is true, and honorable, and right, and pure, and lovely, and admirable. Think about things that are excellent and worthy of praise. (9) Keep putting into practice all you learned and received from me—everything you heard from me and saw me doing. Then the God of peace will be with you.

Change Your Thinking in a Moment!

(Romans 12:2 NLT) 

Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will learn to know God’s will for you, which is good and pleasing and perfect.

(Colossians 3:10 NLT) 

Put on your new nature, and be renewed as you learn to know your Creator and become like him.

(Colossians 3:14-15 NLT) 

Above all, clothe yourselves with love, which binds us all together in perfect harmony. (15) And let the peace that comes from Christ rule in your hearts. For as members of one body you are called to live in peace. And always be thankful.

CONNECT GROUP QUESTIONS:

• How do we put salvation as our helmet? (Ephesians 6:17a, Romans 10:9-10 NLT / 10:9-10 JCB) 
• Why is it important to guard our thoughts? (Proverbs 4:23 NLT, Mark 7:20 NLT, Colossians 2:8-9 NLT, 2 Corinthians 10:3-5 NLT, Colossians 3:1-2 NLT)
• How can we think like God thinks and change our thinking in a moment? (Colossians 2:8-9 NLT, Philipians 4:8-9 NLT, Romans 12:2 NLT, Colossians 3:10 NLT, Colossians 3:14-15 NLT)
• Can any of these scriptures help you personally fight thoughts or lies from the enemy? 

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