Navigating Not Enough
Pastor Steven Furtick
Sermon Highlights
“Sometimes when we think we’re lacking provision, what we’re really lacking is priorities.”
“When you follow Christ, you don’t get to choose the destination, but He will get you where you need to go.”
“If it’s God’s map, it’s God’s math. God's math is greater.”
“If you’re where He put you, then you have what you need.”
“Enough is not a feeling, enough is a place of faith.”
“Ask God for what you need, and thank Him for what you already have.”
Scriptures
Matthew 15:29-38 - Jesus feeds the four thousand.
James 1:5 - We can ask God for what we lack.
Psalm 23:1 - The LORD is my shepherd, I lack nothing.
Sermon Discussion
Conversation Starter
We all got a math lesson at church this week. What “math” have you used to justify a silly purchase or decision?
Sermon Reflection
What part of the sermon was just for you?
Discussion Questions
Where can you apply God’s math in your life right now? “I may feel like I’m lacking in _____, but God is greater than what I’m facing!”
“Ask God for what you need, and thank Him for what you already have.” What are you asking God for right now, and what can you thank Him for providing already?
Additional Questions
“If you’re where He put you, then you have what you need.” Where has God placed you in this season, and what has He already provided for you in it?
“Sometimes when we think we’re lacking provision, what we’re really lacking is priorities.” Where have you mixed up your priorities and it led to confusion about God's provision? How can you refocus on what matters this week?
How has God shown you compassion in your life, and where do you need to start showing more compassion towards others?
Prayer Prompt
Ask this question to your eGroup and include it as part of your closing prayer:
Where are you currently navigating “not enough” in your life?
Pray that each member finds strength in knowing that God looks on them with compassion and that He is more than enough for anything they’re up against.