Lenten Small Groups

Lent is a season of reflection, renewal, and drawing closer to God. In this opening week, Pastor Kirk and Dr. Timothy Smith introduce our journey through the Lord’s Prayer, inviting us to engage with these sacred words in a fresh and transformative way.

This week’s study guide sets the foundation for our Lenten journey, helping us reflect on the significance of the Lord’s Prayer and how it shapes our faith. You’ll find discussion questions, scripture readings, and practical ways to engage with these words in a meaningful way.

In this first episode, Pastor Kirk and Rev. Dr. Tim Smith set the stage for our Lenten journey through the Lord’s Prayer. They discuss why Jesus gave us this prayer, how it shapes our faith, and what we can expect in the weeks ahead.

The Lord’s Prayer begins with a powerful truth—God is our Father. This week, we explore what it means to approach Him with intimacy and reverence, trusting in His love and sovereignty.

Who is God to you? This week’s study guide invites you to explore the depth of calling God “Father” and how His love and authority shape our prayers. Through reflection and discussion, we’ll grow in understanding the power of a personal relationship with Him.

What does it mean to call God “Father”? This week, Pastor Kirk and Dr. Tim explore the power of those opening words, the intimacy and reverence they invite, and how they transform our relationship with God.

What does it mean to pray for God’s kingdom to come? This week, we examine how Jesus calls us to live with kingdom-minded purpose, aligning our hearts with God’s will on earth as it is in heaven.

What does it mean to seek God’s kingdom first? This week’s guide helps us examine our priorities, recognize where God is at work in our lives, and embrace our role in bringing His kingdom to earth through prayer and action.

How do we align our hearts with God’s kingdom? In this episode, Pastor Kirk and Dr. Timothy unpack what it means to pray for God’s will on earth and how we can actively participate in His kingdom work today.

Each day, we rely on God’s provision—physically, spiritually, and emotionally. This week, we reflect on what it means to trust God for our daily bread and to live with gratitude and dependence on Him.

Trusting God for our daily needs is an act of faith. This week’s study guide encourages us to reflect on God’s provision, explore the meaning of contentment, and develop a heart of gratitude in all circumstances.

Jesus teaches us to rely on God for our daily needs, but what does that look like in our lives? This week’s conversation dives into trust, contentment, and the ways God faithfully provides for us each day.

Forgiveness is at the heart of the gospel. This week, we dive into the grace of God’s forgiveness and our call to extend that same grace to others, experiencing the freedom that comes with reconciliation.

Forgiveness is a powerful spiritual discipline. This week’s guide walks us through what it means to receive God’s grace, wrestle with the challenge of forgiving others, and experience the freedom that comes with letting go.

Forgiveness is one of the hardest—and most freeing—practices of faith. This week, Pastor Kirk and Dr. Tim discuss the transformative power of God’s grace, the challenge of forgiving others, and how forgiveness leads to healing.

We face spiritual battles every day, but we are not without hope. This week, we explore the power of God’s protection, learning how to stand firm in faith against the forces that seek to pull us away from Him.

We all face spiritual struggles, but we are not alone. This week’s study guide helps us identify the areas where we need God’s strength, deepen our trust in His protection, and learn how to stand firm in faith.

We all face struggles, but God is our protector and guide. This week’s episode explores spiritual warfare, temptation, and the strength we find in Christ to resist and overcome.

As we conclude our journey through the Lord’s Prayer, we lift our eyes to the glory and power of God. This final week reminds us that our lives, our prayers, and our hope are anchored in His eternal kingdom.

As we close our study, this week’s guide focuses on worship and surrender. We’ll reflect on the greatness of God, the eternal nature of His kingdom, and how we can live each day in the confidence of His power and glory.

As we conclude our Lenten journey, Pastor Kirk and Dr. Tim reflect on the power and glory of God. They discuss how living with a kingdom perspective can shape our prayers, our worship, and our daily lives.