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Genesis 37:5 Joseph had a dream, and when he told it to his brothers, they hated him all the more. (NIV)

Psalm 37:4 Take delight in the LORD, and he will give you the desires of your heart. (NIV)

Proverbs 29:18 When people do not accept divine guidance, they run wild. But whoever obeys the law is

joyful. (NLT)

5 Obstacles That Stand In Between You And Your Dream

1. Details stand between you and your dream

Psalm 37:23 The steps of a good man are ordered by the LORD, And He delights in his way. (NKJV)

2. Adversity stands between you and your dream

3. Temptation stands between you and your dream

Genesis 39:6-12 So he left in Joseph's care everything he had; with Joseph in charge, he did not concern himself with anything except the food he ate. Now Joseph was well-built and handsome, 7 and after a while his master's wife took notice of Joseph and said, "Come to bed with me!" 8 But he refused. "With me in charge," he told her, "my master does not concern himself with anything in the house; everything he owns he has entrusted to my care. 9 No one is greater in this house than I am. My master has withheld nothing from me except you, because you are his wife. How then could I do such a wicked thing and sin against God?" 10 And though she spoke to Joseph day after day, he refused to go to bed with her or even be with her. 11 One day he went into the house to attend to his duties, and none of the household servants was inside. 12 She caught him by his cloak and said, "Come to bed with me!" But he left his cloak in her hand

and ran out of the house. (NIV)

4. Selfishness stands between you and your dream

Genesis 50:20 You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good to accomplish what is now being

done, the saving of many lives. (NIV)

5. Haters stand between you and your dream

Genesis 37:17-18 So Joseph went after his brothers and found them near Dothan. 18 But they saw him in the distance, and before he reached them, they plotted to kill him. (NIV)

Genesis 37:19-22 "Here comes that dreamer!" they said to each other. 20 "Come now, let's kill him and throw him into one of these cisterns and say that a ferocious animal devoured him. Then we'll see what comes of his dreams." 21 When Reuben heard this, he tried to rescue him from their hands. "Let's not take his life," he said. 22 "Don't shed any blood. Throw him into this cistern here in the desert, but don't lay a hand on him." Reuben said this to rescue him from them and take him back to his father. (NIV)

Genesis 37:5 Joseph had a dream, and when he told it to his brothers, they hated him all the more. (NIV)

Psalm 37:4 Take delight in the LORD, and he will give you the desires of your heart. (NIV)

Proverbs 29:18 When people do not accept divine guidance, they run wild. But whoever obeys the law is

joyful. (NLT)

5 Obstacles That Stand In Between You And Your Dream

1. Details stand between you and your dream

Psalm 37:23 The steps of a good man are ordered by the LORD, And He delights in his way. (NKJV)

2. Adversity stands between you and your dream

3. Temptation stands between you and your dream

Genesis 39:6-12 So he left in Joseph's care everything he had; with Joseph in charge, he did not concern himself with anything except the food he ate. Now Joseph was well-built and handsome, 7 and after a while his master's wife took notice of Joseph and said, "Come to bed with me!" 8 But he refused. "With me in charge," he told her, "my master does not concern himself with anything in the house; everything he owns he has entrusted to my care. 9 No one is greater in this house than I am. My master has withheld nothing from me except you, because you are his wife. How then could I do such a wicked thing and sin against God?" 10 And though she spoke to Joseph day after day, he refused to go to bed with her or even be with her. 11 One day he went into the house to attend to his duties, and none of the household servants was inside. 12 She caught him by his cloak and said, "Come to bed with me!" But he left his cloak in her hand

and ran out of the house. (NIV)

4. Selfishness stands between you and your dream

Genesis 50:20 You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good to accomplish what is now being

done, the saving of many lives. (NIV)

5. Haters stand between you and your dream

Genesis 37:17-18 So Joseph went after his brothers and found them near Dothan. 18 But they saw him in the distance, and before he reached them, they plotted to kill him. (NIV)

Genesis 37:19-22 "Here comes that dreamer!" they said to each other. 20 "Come now, let's kill him and throw him into one of these cisterns and say that a ferocious animal devoured him. Then we'll see what comes of his dreams." 21 When Reuben heard this, he tried to rescue him from their hands. "Let's not take his life," he said. 22 "Don't shed any blood. Throw him into this cistern here in the desert, but don't lay a hand on him." Reuben said this to rescue him from them and take him back to his father. (NIV)

The Power of a Moment

Generation Z: Born 1995-2015 – Currently ages 7-27

74% of teens say they experienced loneliness.

66% experienced high anxiety.

60% of them experienced depression.

35% of US teens reported suicidal ideation.

We believe that Gen Z will be set free

2 Corinthians 3:17 “Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is

freedom.” (NIV)

The Power of a Moment

In His presence is where we receive His promises.

Acts 2:1-4 “On the day of Pentecost all the believers were meeting together in one

place.  2  Suddenly, there was a sound from heaven like the roaring of a mighty windstorm, and it

filled the house where they were sitting.  3  Then, what looked like flames or tongues of fire

appeared and settled on each of them.  4  And everyone present was filled with the Holy Spirit and

began speaking in other languages, as the Holy Spirit gave them this ability.” (NLT)

1. Moments will unlock More

Acts 1:8 “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, through Judea, in Samara and to

the ends of the earth.” (NLT)

Ephesians 4:14-15 “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. 15. Instead, we will speak the truth in love,

growing in every way MORE and MORE like Christ, who is the head of his body, the church

(NLT)

Jesus wants to do more!

2. Moments will unlock a Movement

Acts 2:41 “Those who believed what Peter said were baptized and added to the church that day

–about 3,000 in all.” (NLT)

Acts 2:47b “And each day the Lord added to their fellowship those who were being saved.”

(NLT)

A YOUTH MOVEMENT THAT WILL CHANGE THE WORLD!

I see a youth movement where students Experience the power of the Holy Spirit.

I see a youth movement that is diverse and for Everyone.

Acts 2:17 “In the last days,’ God says, ‘I will pour out my Spirit upon all people. Your sons and

daughters will prophesy. Your young men will see visions, and your old men will dream dreams”

(NLT)

I see a youth movement where scripture Engagement is a priority. 

Acts 2:42 “All the believers devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, and

to sharing in meals (including the Lord’s Supper), and to prayer.” (NLT)

I see a youth movement that will make every Effort to help students Know God, Grow in God,

Discover their Purpose, and Make a Difference.

2 Peter 1:12-15 “So, I will always remind you of these things, even though you know them and

are firmly established in the truth you have.13 I think it is right to refresh your memory as I live

in the tent of this body, 14 because I know that I will soon put it aside, as our Lord Jesus Christ

has made it clear to me. 15 And I will make every effort to see that after my departure you will

always be able to remember these things.” (NIV)

1. Pray for this generation.

2. Prioritize Church with your kids and grandkids.

3. Participate in reaching the next generation.

In this world the pursuit of more will always leave you with less.

The Power of a Moment

Generation Z: Born 1995-2015 – Currently ages 7-27

74% of teens say they experienced loneliness.

66% experienced high anxiety.

60% of them experienced depression.

35% of US teens reported suicidal ideation.

We believe that Gen Z will be set free

2 Corinthians 3:17 “Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is

freedom.” (NIV)

The Power of a Moment

In His presence is where we receive His promises.

Acts 2:1-4 “On the day of Pentecost all the believers were meeting together in one

place.  2  Suddenly, there was a sound from heaven like the roaring of a mighty windstorm, and it

filled the house where they were sitting.  3  Then, what looked like flames or tongues of fire

appeared and settled on each of them.  4  And everyone present was filled with the Holy Spirit and

began speaking in other languages, as the Holy Spirit gave them this ability.” (NLT)

1. Moments will unlock More

Acts 1:8 “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, through Judea, in Samara and to

the ends of the earth.” (NLT)

Ephesians 4:14-15 “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. 15. Instead, we will speak the truth in love,

growing in every way MORE and MORE like Christ, who is the head of his body, the church

(NLT)

Jesus wants to do more!

2. Moments will unlock a Movement

Acts 2:41 “Those who believed what Peter said were baptized and added to the church that day

–about 3,000 in all.” (NLT)

Acts 2:47b “And each day the Lord added to their fellowship those who were being saved.”

(NLT)

A YOUTH MOVEMENT THAT WILL CHANGE THE WORLD!

I see a youth movement where students Experience the power of the Holy Spirit.

I see a youth movement that is diverse and for Everyone.

Acts 2:17 “In the last days,’ God says, ‘I will pour out my Spirit upon all people. Your sons and

daughters will prophesy. Your young men will see visions, and your old men will dream dreams”

(NLT)

I see a youth movement where scripture Engagement is a priority. 

Acts 2:42 “All the believers devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, and

to sharing in meals (including the Lord’s Supper), and to prayer.” (NLT)

I see a youth movement that will make every Effort to help students Know God, Grow in God,

Discover their Purpose, and Make a Difference.

2 Peter 1:12-15 “So, I will always remind you of these things, even though you know them and

are firmly established in the truth you have.13 I think it is right to refresh your memory as I live

in the tent of this body, 14 because I know that I will soon put it aside, as our Lord Jesus Christ

has made it clear to me. 15 And I will make every effort to see that after my departure you will

always be able to remember these things.” (NIV)

1. Pray for this generation.

2. Prioritize Church with your kids and grandkids.

3. Participate in reaching the next generation.

In this world the pursuit of more will always leave you with less.

Luke 10:25–37 On one occasion an expert in the law stood up to test Jesus. “Teacher,” he asked, “what must I

do to inherit eternal life?” 26 “What is written in the Law?” he replied. “How do you read it?” 27 He answered, “

‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength and with all your

mind’; and, ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’” 28 “You have answered correctly,” Jesus replied. “Do this and

you will live.” 29 But he wanted to justify himself, so he asked Jesus, “And who is my neighbor?” 30 In reply

Jesus said: “A man was going down from Jerusalem to Jericho, when he was attacked by robbers. They stripped

him of his clothes, beat him and went away, leaving him half dead. 31 A priest happened to be going down the

same road, and when he saw the man, he passed by on the other side. 32 So too, a Levite, when he came to the

place and saw him, passed by on the other side. 33 But a Samaritan, as he traveled, came where the man was; and

when he saw him, he took pity on him. 34 He went to him and bandaged his wounds, pouring on oil and wine.

Then he put the man on his own donkey, brought him to an inn and took care of him. 35 The next day he took out

two denarii and gave them to the innkeeper. ‘Look after him,’ he said, ‘and when I return, I will reimburse you

for any extra expense you may have.’ 36 “Which of these three do you think was a neighbor to the man who fell

into the hands of robbers?” 37 The expert in the law replied, “The one who had mercy on him.” Jesus told him,

“Go and do likewise.” (NIV)

4 Ways We Bring Hope To The Hurting

   

1. Don’t pass by   

 

1. Inconvenience

2. Prejudge

James 2:15-17 Suppose a brother or a sister is without clothes and daily food. 16 If one of you says to them,

“Go in peace; keep warm and well fed,” but does nothing about their physical needs, what good is it? 17 In

the same way, faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action, is dead. (NIV)

3. We don’t believe in people

 

4. It’s not my responsibility

 

2. Have pity

 

Luke 10:33 But a Samaritan, as he traveled, came where the man was; and when he saw him, he took pity on

him. (NIV)

Matthew 9:36 When he saw the crowds, he had compassion on them, because they were harassed and

helpless, like sheep without a shepherd. (NIV) 

Luke 15:20  So he got up and went to his father. “But while he was still a long way off, his father saw him and

was filled with compassion for him; he ran to his son, threw his arms around him and kissed him. (NIV)  God

wants us to have compassion on the lost, prodigal sons and daughters.

  

Colossians 3:12 Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with

compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. (NIV)

 

3. Heal people don’t hurt people 

 

                               

Luke 10:34 He went to him and bandaged his wounds, pouring on oil and wine. Then he put the man on his own

donkey, brought him to an inn and took care of him. (NIV) 

4. Do what you can with what you have     

 

Luke 10:34-35 He went to him and bandaged his wounds, pouring on oil and wine. Then he put the man on his

own donkey, brought him to an inn and took care of him. 35 The next day he took out two denarii and gave them

to the innkeeper. ‘Look after him,’ he said, ‘and when I return, I will reimburse you for any extra expense you

may have.’ (NIV)

Proverbs 11:25 A generous person will prosper; whoever refreshes others will be refreshed. (NIV)

Luke 10:25–37 On one occasion an expert in the law stood up to test Jesus. “Teacher,” he asked, “what must I

do to inherit eternal life?” 26 “What is written in the Law?” he replied. “How do you read it?” 27 He answered, “

‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength and with all your

mind’; and, ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’” 28 “You have answered correctly,” Jesus replied. “Do this and

you will live.” 29 But he wanted to justify himself, so he asked Jesus, “And who is my neighbor?” 30 In reply

Jesus said: “A man was going down from Jerusalem to Jericho, when he was attacked by robbers. They stripped

him of his clothes, beat him and went away, leaving him half dead. 31 A priest happened to be going down the

same road, and when he saw the man, he passed by on the other side. 32 So too, a Levite, when he came to the

place and saw him, passed by on the other side. 33 But a Samaritan, as he traveled, came where the man was; and

when he saw him, he took pity on him. 34 He went to him and bandaged his wounds, pouring on oil and wine.

Then he put the man on his own donkey, brought him to an inn and took care of him. 35 The next day he took out

two denarii and gave them to the innkeeper. ‘Look after him,’ he said, ‘and when I return, I will reimburse you

for any extra expense you may have.’ 36 “Which of these three do you think was a neighbor to the man who fell

into the hands of robbers?” 37 The expert in the law replied, “The one who had mercy on him.” Jesus told him,

“Go and do likewise.” (NIV)

4 Ways We Bring Hope To The Hurting

   

1. Don’t pass by   

 

1. Inconvenience

2. Prejudge

James 2:15-17 Suppose a brother or a sister is without clothes and daily food. 16 If one of you says to them,

“Go in peace; keep warm and well fed,” but does nothing about their physical needs, what good is it? 17 In

the same way, faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action, is dead. (NIV)

3. We don’t believe in people

 

4. It’s not my responsibility

 

2. Have pity

 

Luke 10:33 But a Samaritan, as he traveled, came where the man was; and when he saw him, he took pity on

him. (NIV)

Matthew 9:36 When he saw the crowds, he had compassion on them, because they were harassed and

helpless, like sheep without a shepherd. (NIV) 

Luke 15:20  So he got up and went to his father. “But while he was still a long way off, his father saw him and

was filled with compassion for him; he ran to his son, threw his arms around him and kissed him. (NIV)  God

wants us to have compassion on the lost, prodigal sons and daughters.

  

Colossians 3:12 Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with

compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. (NIV)

 

3. Heal people don’t hurt people 

 

                               

Luke 10:34 He went to him and bandaged his wounds, pouring on oil and wine. Then he put the man on his own

donkey, brought him to an inn and took care of him. (NIV) 

4. Do what you can with what you have     

 

Luke 10:34-35 He went to him and bandaged his wounds, pouring on oil and wine. Then he put the man on his

own donkey, brought him to an inn and took care of him. 35 The next day he took out two denarii and gave them

to the innkeeper. ‘Look after him,’ he said, ‘and when I return, I will reimburse you for any extra expense you

may have.’ (NIV)

Proverbs 11:25 A generous person will prosper; whoever refreshes others will be refreshed. (NIV)

Acts 15:1–2 Certain people came down from Judea to Antioch and were teaching the believers: “Unless you

are circumcised, according to the custom taught by Moses, you cannot be saved.” 2 This brought Paul and

Barnabas into sharp dispute and debate with them. So Paul and Barnabas were appointed, along with some

other believers, to go up to Jerusalem to see the apostles and elders about this question. (NIV)

4 Reasons We Celebrate Diversity

1. We celebrate diversity because God celebrates diversity in His Church

Acts 15:7 After much discussion, Peter got up and addressed them: “Brothers, you know that some time

ago God made a choice among you that the Gentiles might hear from my lips the message of the gospel

and believe. (NIV)

Acts 11:17–18 So if God gave them the same gift he gave us who believed in the Lord Jesus Christ, who

was I to think that I could stand in God’s way?” 18  When they heard this, they had no further objections

and praised God, saying, “So then, even to Gentiles God has granted repentance that leads to life.” (NIV)

2. We celebrate diversity because God’s heart is for us to be one

Acts 15:8–9 God, who knows the heart, showed that he accepted them by giving the Holy Spirit to

them, just as he did to us. 9  He did not discriminate between us and them, for he purified their hearts by

faith. (NIV)

John 17:21–23 that all of them may be one, Father, just as you are in me and I am in you. May they also

be in us so that the world may believe that you have sent me. 22 I have given them the glory that you

gave me, that they may be one as we are one— 23 I in them and you in me—so that they may be brought

to complete unity. Then the world will know that you sent me and have loved them even as you have

loved me. (NIV)

Romans 12:5 so in Christ we, though many, form one body, and each member belongs to all the others.

(NIV)

Colossians 3:15 Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were

called to peace. And be thankful. (NIV)

Ephesians 4:4   There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to one hope when you were

called; (NIV)

1. We celebrate the different generations

2. We celebrate the different races and cultures

Galatians 3:26–28 So in Christ Jesus you are all children of God through faith, 27 for all of you who were

baptized into Christ have clothed yourselves with Christ. 28 There is neither Jew nor Gentile, neither

slave nor free, nor is there male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus. (NIV)

3. We celebrate the different gifts

1 Corinthians 12:4–5 There are different kinds of gifts, but the same Spirit distributes them. 5  There are

different kinds of service, but the same Lord. (NIV)

3. We celebrate diversity because it shows we have the love of God in our hearts

1 John 2:9–10 Anyone who claims to be in the light but hates a brother or sister  is still in the darkness.

10  Anyone who loves their brother and sister lives in the light, and there is nothing in them to make

them stumble. (NIV)

1 John 4:20   Whoever claims to love God yet hates a brother or sister is a liar. For whoever does not

love their brother and sister, whom they have seen, cannot love God, whom they have not seen. (NIV)

John 13:35 By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.” (NIV)

4. We celebrate diversity because it builds bridges and tears down walls

Acts 15:19 “It is my judgment, therefore, that we should not make it difficult for the Gentiles who are

turning to God. (NIV)

Acts 15:1–2 Certain people came down from Judea to Antioch and were teaching the believers: “Unless you

are circumcised, according to the custom taught by Moses, you cannot be saved.” 2 This brought Paul and

Barnabas into sharp dispute and debate with them. So Paul and Barnabas were appointed, along with some

other believers, to go up to Jerusalem to see the apostles and elders about this question. (NIV)

4 Reasons We Celebrate Diversity

1. We celebrate diversity because God celebrates diversity in His Church

Acts 15:7 After much discussion, Peter got up and addressed them: “Brothers, you know that some time

ago God made a choice among you that the Gentiles might hear from my lips the message of the gospel

and believe. (NIV)

Acts 11:17–18 So if God gave them the same gift he gave us who believed in the Lord Jesus Christ, who

was I to think that I could stand in God’s way?” 18  When they heard this, they had no further objections

and praised God, saying, “So then, even to Gentiles God has granted repentance that leads to life.” (NIV)

2. We celebrate diversity because God’s heart is for us to be one

Acts 15:8–9 God, who knows the heart, showed that he accepted them by giving the Holy Spirit to

them, just as he did to us. 9  He did not discriminate between us and them, for he purified their hearts by

faith. (NIV)

John 17:21–23 that all of them may be one, Father, just as you are in me and I am in you. May they also

be in us so that the world may believe that you have sent me. 22 I have given them the glory that you

gave me, that they may be one as we are one— 23 I in them and you in me—so that they may be brought

to complete unity. Then the world will know that you sent me and have loved them even as you have

loved me. (NIV)

Romans 12:5 so in Christ we, though many, form one body, and each member belongs to all the others.

(NIV)

Colossians 3:15 Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were

called to peace. And be thankful. (NIV)

Ephesians 4:4   There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to one hope when you were

called; (NIV)

1. We celebrate the different generations

2. We celebrate the different races and cultures

Galatians 3:26–28 So in Christ Jesus you are all children of God through faith, 27 for all of you who were

baptized into Christ have clothed yourselves with Christ. 28 There is neither Jew nor Gentile, neither

slave nor free, nor is there male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus. (NIV)

3. We celebrate the different gifts

1 Corinthians 12:4–5 There are different kinds of gifts, but the same Spirit distributes them. 5  There are

different kinds of service, but the same Lord. (NIV)

3. We celebrate diversity because it shows we have the love of God in our hearts

1 John 2:9–10 Anyone who claims to be in the light but hates a brother or sister  is still in the darkness.

10  Anyone who loves their brother and sister lives in the light, and there is nothing in them to make

them stumble. (NIV)

1 John 4:20   Whoever claims to love God yet hates a brother or sister is a liar. For whoever does not

love their brother and sister, whom they have seen, cannot love God, whom they have not seen. (NIV)

John 13:35 By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.” (NIV)

4. We celebrate diversity because it builds bridges and tears down walls

Acts 15:19 “It is my judgment, therefore, that we should not make it difficult for the Gentiles who are

turning to God. (NIV)

Luke 15:8-10 "Or suppose a woman has ten silver coins and loses one. Does she not light a lamp, sweep the

house and search carefully until she finds it? 9 And when she finds it, she calls her friends and neighbors

together and says, "Rejoice with me; I have found my lost coin." 10 In the same way, I tell you, there is

rejoicing in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner who repents." (NIV) 

What Must We Do The Next 20 Years To See More Changed Lives

1. We are a place that must care about the one

2. We must be committed to going after the one

1 Corinthians 9:22–23   To the weak I became weak, to win the weak. I have become all things to all people

so that by all possible means I might save some. 23  I do all this for the sake of the gospel, that I may share in its blessings. (NIV)

3. We are a place that celebrates the one who is found

Luke 15:8-10 "Or suppose a woman has ten silver coins and loses one. Does she not light a lamp, sweep the

house and search carefully until she finds it? 9 And when she finds it, she calls her friends and neighbors

together and says, "Rejoice with me; I have found my lost coin." 10 In the same way, I tell you, there is

rejoicing in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner who repents." (NIV) 

What Must We Do The Next 20 Years To See More Changed Lives

1. We are a place that must care about the one

2. We must be committed to going after the one

1 Corinthians 9:22–23   To the weak I became weak, to win the weak. I have become all things to all people

so that by all possible means I might save some. 23  I do all this for the sake of the gospel, that I may share in its blessings. (NIV)

3. We are a place that celebrates the one who is found