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Cultural way = Work harder and be more independent.
Jesus way = Trust more and become more dependent.
Give us this day our daily bread. Matt. 6:11
Two Traps:
John 6:1-14
To stay hungry is to:
1. Stay
GIVE – Jesus calls us to ask HIM.
[Jesus] asked this only to test [Philip], for he already had in mind what he was going to do. John 6:6
I lift up my eyes to the mountains—where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth. Psalm 121:1
2. Stay
US, OUR – Jesus calls us to pray with others in mind.
Jesus then took the loaves, gave thanks, and distributed to those who were seated as much as they wanted. He did the same with the fish. John 6:11
The generous will themselves be blessed, for they share their food with the poor. Proverbs 22:9
3. Stay
DAILY – Jesus calls us to rely on him.
Give me neither poverty nor riches, but give me only my daily bread.
Proverbs 30:8
QUESTIONS For personal reflection or group discussion
1. In what way do you struggle with the Culture Way (work harder, be more
independent) when it comes to God’s provision?
2. In what area of your life do you need to see God’s provision right now? How can you stay focused on God in that situation?
3. How can staying connected to community help you grow in your trust of God?
LIFE AT TLC
THIS WEEKEND:
NATIONAL ICE CREAM DAY
Enjoy delicious ice cream treats after service 7/20 & 21!
TLC HOPE CENTER GOLF TOURNAMENT
Do you play golf? Don‘t miss this special tournament! Information Breakfast is Saturday 7/20, 9am in Moschke Hall. RSVP is necessary tlc.org/golf. Email julian@tlc.org with any questions.
NEXT WEEKEND:
BAPTISM WEEKEND
Baptisms in every service. If you‘re interested in being baptized email adrian@tlc.org!
WELCOME LUNCH
New or want to take the next step to get connected or involved here? Join
us Sunday 7/28 12:15-1:15pm in the College Ministry Building next to Loft
Coffee. Lunch is FREE and kids are welcome! Hope to see you there!
IN TWO WEEKS:
FAMILY BEACH DAY
Sunday 8/4, come enjoy Seacliff Beach with other young families from TLC!
We‘ll be there 10:30am–2pm, near the cement ship and across from the new
bathrooms. Bring your beach gear, food, and layers.
GET CONNECTED
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