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Integrity – Day 28 – Relaunch Video Journal

Integrity – “Integrity is being the same person in public as in private.”

Scripture:  Nehemiah 6:10-14

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Nehemiah faced the problems in his community head on.  In John 14:23 Jesus says, “If anyone loves me, he will keep my word and my father will love him, and we will come to him and make our home with him.” Nehemiah knew how to keep his word.  In Psalm 101 David greatly desires this relationship with God, he’s cleaning house. Declaring his intention to live with integrity in his home and community, he sets the mark for his own behavior – nothing but steadfast love and justice. He draws a line in the sand regarding those he hangs out with, his employees and those he will do business with.  Is there room for steadfast love and justice in my life? Can I weigh all my relationships in light of God’s desires and when they don’t measure up and can I clean house with the confidence of David?  May we live lives of integrity today.

Listen to our Sunday PODCAST on the Go HERE

Watch Week 4 of Relaunch:  “Striving  For Unity” Here:

The more you love others, the more you leave your pride.  There is no place for pride when working on a high performance team.  The people are pulling together to rebuild the wall amidst the opposition, and they are learning how to be absolutely unified.  In order to strive for unity we must rely on the power of God, remain alert, and rally to the needs of others.

Our Journal Process:

  • S – Scripture – Follow Through the book of Nehemiah with our Relaunch Field Guide.  You can Download it here  Choose a specific scripture passage then write a phrase or verse that jumps out at you.    Youversion.com has incredible resources and reading plans.
  • O – Observation –  Write your thoughts.  What do you think God is saying to you in this Scripture? What do you think it means?
  • A – Application – This is where you make personalized action steps to what you have read, by asking yourself how it applies to your life right now.  Perhaps it is instruction, encouragement, a new promise, or corrections for a particular area of your life.
  • P – Prayer – This can be as simple as asking God to help you use this Scripture, or it may be a greater insight on what He may be revealing to you. Who comes to mind that you need to pray for?  Remember, prayer is a two-way conversation, so be sure to listen to what God has to say first.

For more on the Relaunch 40 Day spiritual growth emphasis:  READ THIS

To Download the Relaunch Field Guide with Journal and Small Group Curriculum:  CLICK HERE

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Gossip – Day 27 – Relaunch Journal

Gossip – “Repeating something when you are not part of the problem or the solution.”

Scripture:  Nehemiah 6:1-9

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My wife Summer, likes to say, “Don’t gossip. If people gossip to you, they’ll gossip about you.  Remember there are two sides to every story.  If you must listen to gossip, give people the same benefit of the doubt you would want them to give you.”  Wow!  I shudder to think how the words of people have destroyed vision, relationships, and unity.  I know, we all think we get a free pass with our words.  We use excuses.  The excuses are invalid.  If you are not a part of the problem or solution, it’s gossip.  If you haven’t told the person your problem, don’t tell someone else.  Let our words be seasoned with love and encouragement for each other bringing unity.

Listen to our Sunday PODCAST on the Go HERE

Watch Week 4 of Relaunch:  “Striving  For Unity” Here:

The more you love others, the more you leave your pride.  There is no place for pride when working on a high performance team.  The people are pulling together to rebuild the wall amidst the opposition, and they are learning how to be absolutely unified.  In order to strive for unity we must rely on the power of God, remain alert, and rally to the needs of others.

Our Journal Process:

  • S – Scripture – Follow Through the book of Nehemiah with our Relaunch Field Guide.  You can Download it here  Choose a specific scripture passage then write a phrase or verse that jumps out at you.    Youversion.com has incredible resources and reading plans.
  • O – Observation –  Write your thoughts.  What do you think God is saying to you in this Scripture? What do you think it means?
  • A – Application – This is where you make personalized action steps to what you have read, by asking yourself how it applies to your life right now.  Perhaps it is instruction, encouragement, a new promise, or corrections for a particular area of your life.
  • P – Prayer – This can be as simple as asking God to help you use this Scripture, or it may be a greater insight on what He may be revealing to you. Who comes to mind that you need to pray for?  Remember, prayer is a two-way conversation, so be sure to listen to what God has to say first.

For more on the Relaunch 40 Day spiritual growth emphasis:  READ THIS

To Download the Relaunch Field Guide with Journal and Small Group Curriculum:  CLICK HERE

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Action – Day 25 – Relaunch Video Journal

Action – “Don’t just say you will do something, DO IT!”

Scripture:  Nehemiah 5:6-11

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Someone has to do something in order to correct things that just don’t seem right, but it takes an incredible amount of courage to take action.  Sometimes, it’s because we don’t prioritize and other times because we are just not paying attention.  Nehemiah knows full well the complication of dealing with problems “in house.”  Who in my life do I need to take action and fight for so my testimony can go forward?  Scripture says they will know us by our love for one another.  Who do I need to reach out to with love in order to ensure that we keep unity in our faith, in our church, and in our group?  Is there anyone you feel has wronged you?  Confront the grievance with gentleness.  The distance between your intentions and your implementation is the measure of your integrity.

Listen to our Sunday PODCAST on the Go HERE

Watch Week 4 of Relaunch:  “Striving  For Unity” Here:

The more you love others, the more you leave your pride.  There is no place for pride when working on a high performance team.  The people are pulling together to rebuild the wall amidst the opposition, and they are learning how to be absolutely unified.  In order to strive for unity we must rely on the power of God, remain alert, and rally to the needs of others.

Our Journal Process:

  • S – Scripture – Follow Through the book of Nehemiah with our Relaunch Field Guide.  You can Download it here  Choose a specific scripture passage then write a phrase or verse that jumps out at you.    Youversion.com has incredible resources and reading plans.
  • O – Observation –  Write your thoughts.  What do you think God is saying to you in this Scripture? What do you think it means?
  • A – Application – This is where you make personalized action steps to what you have read, by asking yourself how it applies to your life right now.  Perhaps it is instruction, encouragement, a new promise, or corrections for a particular area of your life.
  • P – Prayer – This can be as simple as asking God to help you use this Scripture, or it may be a greater insight on what He may be revealing to you. Who comes to mind that you need to pray for?  Remember, prayer is a two-way conversation, so be sure to listen to what God has to say first.

For more on the Relaunch 40 Day spiritual growth emphasis:  READ THIS

To Download the Relaunch Field Guide with Journal and Small Group Curriculum:  CLICK HERE

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Outcry – Day 24 – Relaunch Video Journal

Outcry – “Fight for those who can’t fight for themselves.”

Scripture:  Nehemiah 5:1-5

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It seems that nothing really progresses forward until there is an outcry for justice and an absolute intolerance for usury.  I don’t think this means life will be “fair”.  Nothing will destroy unity more than someone who takes advantage of someone else.  How can we be change agents in our culture?  How can we look for injustice in our communities and be the ones who choose to bring love and care to the situation?  We must not allow the opportunity for personal gain outweigh the benefits of community advantage.  As a church we must always look to take care of one another in every aspect.

Listen to our Sunday PODCAST on the Go HERE

Watch Week 4 of Relaunch:  “Striving  For Unity” Here:

The more you love others, the more you leave your pride.  There is no place for pride when working on a high performance team.  The people are pulling together to rebuild the wall amidst the opposition, and they are learning how to be absolutely unified.  In order to strive for unity we must rely on the power of God, remain alert, and rally to the needs of others.

Our Journal Process:

  • S – Scripture – Follow Through the book of Nehemiah with our Relaunch Field Guide.  You can Download it here  Choose a specific scripture passage then write a phrase or verse that jumps out at you.    Youversion.com has incredible resources and reading plans.
  • O – Observation –  Write your thoughts.  What do you think God is saying to you in this Scripture? What do you think it means?
  • A – Application – This is where you make personalized action steps to what you have read, by asking yourself how it applies to your life right now.  Perhaps it is instruction, encouragement, a new promise, or corrections for a particular area of your life.
  • P – Prayer – This can be as simple as asking God to help you use this Scripture, or it may be a greater insight on what He may be revealing to you. Who comes to mind that you need to pray for?  Remember, prayer is a two-way conversation, so be sure to listen to what God has to say first.

For more on the Relaunch 40 Day spiritual growth emphasis:  READ THIS

To Download the Relaunch Field Guide with Journal and Small Group Curriculum:  CLICK HERE

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Commitment – Day 23 – Relaunch Video Journal

Commitment – “There is nothing like knowing someone has your back.”

Scripture:  Nehemiah 4:21-23

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Not on my watch.  That is a phrase I have heard used before when it comes to unity.  Nothing is going to harm my brother or sister while I am keeping watch!  There is a contagiousness around unity that is electrifying and magnetic.  When I know the person on my left and right is looking out for me, I forget about myself and I am able to fully commit.  I am not holding back because I trust that the person next to me has my best interest in mind and I choose to believe the best about them.  I was on a cross country team once that achieved this.  We pushed each other, trained together and in the end, achieved more that we could have on our own.  We weren’t competing with each other but cooperating.  This is the picture of rebuilt lives in our community.

Listen to our Sunday PODCAST on the Go HERE

Watch Week 4 of Relaunch:  “Striving  For Unity” Here:

The more you love others, the more you leave your pride.  There is no place for pride when working on a high performance team.  The people are pulling together to rebuild the wall amidst the opposition, and they are learning how to be absolutely unified.  In order to strive for unity we must rely on the power of God, remain alert, and rally to the needs of others.

Our Journal Process:

  • S – Scripture – Follow Through the book of Nehemiah with our Relaunch Field Guide.  You can Download it here  Choose a specific scripture passage then write a phrase or verse that jumps out at you.    Youversion.com has incredible resources and reading plans.
  • O – Observation –  Write your thoughts.  What do you think God is saying to you in this Scripture? What do you think it means?
  • A – Application – This is where you make personalized action steps to what you have read, by asking yourself how it applies to your life right now.  Perhaps it is instruction, encouragement, a new promise, or corrections for a particular area of your life.
  • P – Prayer – This can be as simple as asking God to help you use this Scripture, or it may be a greater insight on what He may be revealing to you. Who comes to mind that you need to pray for?  Remember, prayer is a two-way conversation, so be sure to listen to what God has to say first.

For more on the Relaunch 40 Day spiritual growth emphasis:  READ THIS

To Download the Relaunch Field Guide with Journal and Small Group Curriculum:  CLICK HERE

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Rally – Day 22 – Relaunch Video Journal

Rally – “Together we can accomplish anything”

Scripture:  Nehemiah 4:19-20

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Whenever we hear the call, we must rally to it.  The vision is the rally point and we must do whatever it takes in order to ensure the vision happens.  There is an excitement and adrenaline that comes with rallying to the cause.  What would keep us from feeling we can go all in and rally to the vision?  The interesting thing about rallying is you stop caring how you look, you stop worrying who gets the credit and you start running with all your energy.  You know that someone on the team, in the camp needs you to step up for them.  I pray we are a church that comes together regularly, celebrates our rally points and encourages each other through seeing the possibility of unity.  Let us make it a reality through our commitment to one another.

Listen to our Sunday PODCAST on the Go HERE

Watch Week 3 of Relaunch:  “Fighting For The Church Family” Here:

When the work on the wall is in full swing the people of Jerusalem are attacked fiercely by the opposition.  They are jeered at, humiliated and their physical well being is even threatened.  Like the people rebuilding the wall, as we rebuild lives one person at a time we must come together and fight for our church family through praying continually, working tirelessly, and motivating constantly.

Our Journal Process:

  • S – Scripture – Follow Through the book of Nehemiah with our Relaunch Field Guide.  You can Download it here  Choose a specific scripture passage then write a phrase or verse that jumps out at you.    Youversion.com has incredible resources and reading plans.
  • O – Observation –  Write your thoughts.  What do you think God is saying to you in this Scripture? What do you think it means?
  • A – Application – This is where you make personalized action steps to what you have read, by asking yourself how it applies to your life right now.  Perhaps it is instruction, encouragement, a new promise, or corrections for a particular area of your life.
  • P – Prayer – This can be as simple as asking God to help you use this Scripture, or it may be a greater insight on what He may be revealing to you. Who comes to mind that you need to pray for?  Remember, prayer is a two-way conversation, so be sure to listen to what God has to say first.

For more on the Relaunch 40 Day spiritual growth emphasis:  READ THIS

To Download the Relaunch Field Guide with Journal and Small Group Curriculum:  CLICK HERE

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Strategy – Day 21 – Relaunch Video Journal

Strategy – “The right strategy = raging success!”

Scripture:  Nehemiah 4:16-18

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There is nothing sweeter than a system of care with an organized plan that works.  Nehemiah was an organizational genius when it came to planning and executing the timing of the plan.  He even made changes that all seemed to be perfectly aligned with where he wanted to go.  There was wisdom and great care given to how the rebuilding was to be executed.  Without the correct strategy the success of your vision will be stifled. The bigger the plan, the longer it will take, the harder it will be, the more it will cost, and the more people it will take to accomplish it.  You need the right #strategy.  As we fight for each other, may we “rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, and be constant in prayer.”  (Romans 12:12)

Listen to our Sunday PODCAST on the Go HERE

Watch Week 3 of Relaunch:  “Fighting For The Church Family” Here:

When the work on the wall is in full swing the people of Jerusalem are attacked fiercely by the opposition.  They are jeered at, humiliated and their physical well being is even threatened.  Like the people rebuilding the wall, as we rebuild lives one person at a time we must come together and fight for our church family through praying continually, working tirelessly, and motivating constantly.

Our Journal Process:

  • S – Scripture – Follow Through the book of Nehemiah with our Relaunch Field Guide.  You can Download it here  Choose a specific scripture passage then write a phrase or verse that jumps out at you.    Youversion.com has incredible resources and reading plans.
  • O – Observation –  Write your thoughts.  What do you think God is saying to you in this Scripture? What do you think it means?
  • A – Application – This is where you make personalized action steps to what you have read, by asking yourself how it applies to your life right now.  Perhaps it is instruction, encouragement, a new promise, or corrections for a particular area of your life.
  • P – Prayer – This can be as simple as asking God to help you use this Scripture, or it may be a greater insight on what He may be revealing to you. Who comes to mind that you need to pray for?  Remember, prayer is a two-way conversation, so be sure to listen to what God has to say first.

For more on the Relaunch 40 Day spiritual growth emphasis:  READ THIS

To Download the Relaunch Field Guide with Journal and Small Group Curriculum:  CLICK HERE

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Work – Day 20 – Relaunch Video Journal

Work – “Change your perspective and clarify the trajectory of your day.”

Scripture:  Nehemiah 4:15

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I remember my first real job.  I was so excited (mainly to get a paycheck) but I specifically remember loving being a part of the team.  As a bus boy I was helping make sure the whole restaurant was clean and was an optimum environment for hospitality to take place.  Every time I cleaned the table, I was caring for people.  Work is an interesting thing.  Once we lose sight of the big vision, it becomes discouraging.  The church is work and may we stay focused.  Sometimes it takes opposition to create an opportunity to accomplish more than you thought was possible.  Their plan was frustrated…so it’s time to accomplish some work.  As we work together on the mission of the church, let us focus on the clear call to rebuild lives.

Listen to our Sunday PODCAST on the Go HERE

Watch Week 3 of Relaunch:  “Fighting For The Church Family” Here:

When the work on the wall is in full swing the people of Jerusalem are attacked fiercely by the opposition.  They are jeered at, humiliated and their physical well being is even threatened.  Like the people rebuilding the wall, as we rebuild lives one person at a time we must come together and fight for our church family through praying continually, working tirelessly, and motivating constantly.

Our Journal Process:

  • S – Scripture – Follow Through the book of Nehemiah with our Relaunch Field Guide.  You can Download it here  Choose a specific scripture passage then write a phrase or verse that jumps out at you.    Youversion.com has incredible resources and reading plans.
  • O – Observation –  Write your thoughts.  What do you think God is saying to you in this Scripture? What do you think it means?
  • A – Application – This is where you make personalized action steps to what you have read, by asking yourself how it applies to your life right now.  Perhaps it is instruction, encouragement, a new promise, or corrections for a particular area of your life.
  • P – Prayer – This can be as simple as asking God to help you use this Scripture, or it may be a greater insight on what He may be revealing to you. Who comes to mind that you need to pray for?  Remember, prayer is a two-way conversation, so be sure to listen to what God has to say first.

For more on the Relaunch 40 Day spiritual growth emphasis:  READ THIS

To Download the Relaunch Field Guide with Journal and Small Group Curriculum:  CLICK HERE

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Fight! – Day 19 – Relaunch Video Journal

Fight – “We can fight with great strength because Jesus has already won the battle.”

Scripture:  Nehemiah 4:12-14

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Look around!  Who around you is hurting?  What are you waiting for?  Find a problem and solve it.  Find a need and meet it.  Devote your life to the restoration of a family, the completion of a vision, serving, loving and sacrificing for others.  This is who we are as the church and this is what we do.  There is no need for fear.  There is no need to be alone.  We are all together in this.  God has called us together for this short season of life to free the captives and mend the broken hearted.  As we are aware of the despair around us may we take swift action with words and deeds using every available resource to minister.  The time is now. Fight!

Listen to our Sunday PODCAST on the Go HERE

Watch Week 3 of Relaunch:  “Fighting For The Church Family” Here:

When the work on the wall is in full swing the people of Jerusalem are attacked fiercely by the opposition.  They are jeered at, humiliated and their physical well being is even threatened.  Like the people rebuilding the wall, as we rebuild lives one person at a time we must come together and fight for our church family through praying continually, working tirelessly, and motivating constantly.

Our Journal Process:

  • S – Scripture – Follow Through the book of Nehemiah with our Relaunch Field Guide.  You can Download it here  Choose a specific scripture passage then write a phrase or verse that jumps out at you.    Youversion.com has incredible resources and reading plans.
  • O – Observation –  Write your thoughts.  What do you think God is saying to you in this Scripture? What do you think it means?
  • A – Application – This is where you make personalized action steps to what you have read, by asking yourself how it applies to your life right now.  Perhaps it is instruction, encouragement, a new promise, or corrections for a particular area of your life.
  • P – Prayer – This can be as simple as asking God to help you use this Scripture, or it may be a greater insight on what He may be revealing to you. Who comes to mind that you need to pray for?  Remember, prayer is a two-way conversation, so be sure to listen to what God has to say first.

For more on the Relaunch 40 Day spiritual growth emphasis:  READ THIS

To Download the Relaunch Field Guide with Journal and Small Group Curriculum:  CLICK HERE

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Discouragement – Day 18 – Relaunch Video Journal

Discouragement – “When someone has a problem your presence is primary”

Scripture:  Nehemiah 4:10-11

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For many of us the burdens are simply too heavy.  I recently prayed with a person at a weekend church service, and when I looked into the eyes I saw complete defeat and despair.  The mountain of debt was too high, the relationship with the spouse was too far gone, and there didn’t seem to be any hope.  There was just too much rubble.  But what should we do when the pain in someone is so deep and there is nothing we can do?  Maybe sometimes just being there is enough.  I prayed my heart out that day.  I couldn’t get the person out of my mind.  I was doing spiritual battle for them in prayer even when they didn’t know about it.  Until you carry the burden of someone else, you won’t fully realize your potential to be a disciple maker.

“Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. 29 Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. 30 For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.”  Matthew 11:28-30

Listen to our Sunday PODCAST on the Go HERE

Watch Week 3 of Relaunch:  “Fighting For The Church Family” Here:

When the work on the wall is in full swing the people of Jerusalem are attacked fiercely by the opposition.  They are jeered at, humiliated and their physical well being is even threatened.  Like the people rebuilding the wall, as we rebuild lives one person at a time we must come together and fight for our church family through praying continually, working tirelessly, and motivating constantly.

Our Journal Process:

  • S – Scripture – Follow Through the book of Nehemiah with our Relaunch Field Guide.  You can Download it here  Choose a specific scripture passage then write a phrase or verse that jumps out at you.    Youversion.com has incredible resources and reading plans.
  • O – Observation –  Write your thoughts.  What do you think God is saying to you in this Scripture? What do you think it means?
  • A – Application – This is where you make personalized action steps to what you have read, by asking yourself how it applies to your life right now.  Perhaps it is instruction, encouragement, a new promise, or corrections for a particular area of your life.
  • P – Prayer – This can be as simple as asking God to help you use this Scripture, or it may be a greater insight on what He may be revealing to you. Who comes to mind that you need to pray for?  Remember, prayer is a two-way conversation, so be sure to listen to what God has to say first.

For more on the Relaunch 40 Day spiritual growth emphasis:  READ THIS

To Download the Relaunch Field Guide with Journal and Small Group Curriculum:  CLICK HERE