CHALLENGES FOR 2020

    Introduction

          A.  The year 2019 will soon be gone and we will be in a new year.

          B.  Time can’t be slowed down.

          C.  Let’s pray that the year 2020 will be a great year for us.

          D.  Here are a few challenges.  I challenge you to:

      I.  Study God’s Word on a regular basis. 

          A.  If we expect to grow spiritually, we must increase our knowledge and understanding

                of God’s Word.  1 Peter 2:1-3 (895); Hebrews 5:12-14 (885)

          B.  Suggestions:  1)  study aids such as computer/Ipad, etc. study Bible, concordance,

                Bible dictionary, Bible commentaries.  2)  attend Bible studies.

    II.  Plan to attend worship each Sunday.

          A.  God is worthy.  Hebrews 12:28-29 (891)

          B.  Spiritual benefits (Hebrews 10:19-25, p888):

   III.  Pray to our Heavenly Father every day.  1 Thessalonians 5:17 (874); Matthew

          6:9-13 (707)

   IV.  Evaluate your financial giving.

          A.  How often to give?  1 Corinthians 16:1-2 (851)

          B.  Principles of financial giving (2 Corinthians 9:6-11,p856):

    V.  Select a ministry for 2020.

          A.  Every Christian is a minister.  Ephesians 4:11-16 (865)

          B.  List of ministries:

  Conclusion

          A.  Review.

          B.  Encouragement