At Trailhead, we believe that church is not just about growing in God’s Word but doing so in community. We have designed this study guide to help you follow along with Sunday’s message. Study the scriptures, take notes, and then reinforce what you learned by answering a few questions. Ask others to join you in discussion, whether it be with your family or online with your Trailhead study group. Let’s have church!
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Interactive Scriptures and Notes
Isaiah 53:6 (NLT)
All of us, like sheep, have strayed away. We have left God’s paths to follow our own. Yet the Lord laid on him the sins of us all.
Matthew 9:36 (NLT)
When he saw the crowds, he had compassion on them because they were confused and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd.
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Matthew 6:33 (NIV)
But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.
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Matthew 11:28-30 (NIV)
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.29 Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. 30 For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.”
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John 14:27 (NIV)
Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.
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Luke 10:34 (NIV)
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.
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Romans 8:14 (NIV)
For those who are led by the Spirit of God are the children of God.
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Psalm 112:7-8 (NIV)
They will have no fear of bad news; their hearts are steadfast, trusting in the Lord. 8 Their hearts are secure, they will have no fear; in the end they will look in triumph on their foes.
Matthew 28:20 (NLT)
… And be sure of this: I am with you always, even to the end of the age.
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8) Sustenance – You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies (Psalm 23:5)
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Habakkuk 3:17-19 (NLT)
Even though the fig trees have no blossoms, and there are no grapes on the vines; even though the olive crop fails, and the fields lie empty and barren; even though the flocks die in the fields, and the cattle barns are empty, 18 yet I will rejoice in the Lord! I will be joyful in the God of my salvation! 19 The Sovereign Lord is my strength! He makes me as surefooted as a deer, able to tread upon the heights.
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Judges 6:14 (NIV)
The Lord turned to him and said, “Go in the strength you have and save Israel out of Midian’s hand.
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Romans 8:38-39 (NIV)
For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, 39 neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.
John 14:15-21 (NIV)
“If you love me, keep my commands.16 And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another advocate to help you and be with you forever— 17 the Spirit of truth. The world cannot accept him, because it neither sees him nor knows him. But you know him, for he lives with you and will be in you. 18 I will not leave you as orphans; I will come to you. 19 Before long, the world will not see me anymore, but you will see me. Because I live, you also will live. 20 On that day you will realize that I am in my Father, and you are in me, and I am in you. 21 Whoever has my commands and keeps them is the one who loves me. The one who loves me will be loved by my Father, and I too will love them and show myself to them.”
Other Notes
Discussion Questions
What are some causes of loneliness? What kind of influence can feeling alone have your life? What about your relationships with others?
What impact can starting with God’s presence instead of the belief that you are alone have on feelings of lonliness? Is it easier to embrace loneliness over God’s presence? Why or why not?
Think about the 12 things God provides as outlined by Psalm 23 (see above). Is there one in particular you are most thankful for? Is there one you struggle with more than the others? What can you do to ensure you are walking in all 12?