CENTER FOR CHRISTIAN LIVING

Be Intentional

June 13th - July 25th

NOON TOPICS

June 13th - Navigating Health Challenges: Trusting God's Provision
"Even to your old age I am he, and to gray hairs I will carry you. I have made, and I will bear; I will carry and will save." - Isaiah 46:4

June 20th - Coping with Grief and Loss: Resting in God's Comfort
"The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit." - Psalm 34:18

June 27th - Finding Purpose in Retirement: Making the Most of Your Senior Years
"Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men." - Colossians 3:23

July 11th - Spiritual Growth in the Golden Years: Deepening Your Relationship with God
"So we do not lose heart. Though our outer self is wasting away, our inner self is being renewed day by day." - 2 Corinthians 4:16

July 18th - Building a Legacy: Leaving a Godly Heritage for Future Generations
"One generation shall commend your works to another and shall declare your mighty acts." - Psalm 145:4

July 25th - Navigating Life Alone: Finding Strength and Support in Christ
"God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble." - Psalm 46:1

EVENING TOPICS (7:00 PM)

Young Adults

June 13th - Pursuing a Godly Life: Seeking God and His Will in All Things
"But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well." - Matthew 6:33

June 20th - Establishing a Firm Foundation: Building Your Life on the Rock of Christ
"Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock." - Matthew 7:24

June 27th - Living a Life of Holiness: Pursuing Purity and Righteousness in a World of Temptation
"But just as he who called you is holy, so be holy in all you do; for it is written: 'Be holy, because I am holy.'" - 1 Peter 1:15-16

July 11th - Sharing Your Faith: Being a Witness and Ambassador for Christ in the World
"Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you." - Matthew 28:19-20

July 18th - Discovering Your Identity: Embracing Your Unique Gifts and Talents
"Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God's grace in its various forms." - 1 Peter 4:10

July 25th - Finding Your Purpose: Exploring God's Plan for Your Life
"Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight." - Proverbs 3:5-6

Men

June 13th - Building Strong Families: Becoming Godly Husbands and Fathers
"Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her." - Ephesians 5:25

June 20th - Overcoming Temptation and Sin: Strengthening Your Spiritual Armor
"Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil's schemes." - Ephesians 6:11

June 27th - Navigating Work and Career: Finding Meaning and Purpose in Your Job
"Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters." - Colossians 3:23

July 11th - Growing in Faith and Wisdom: Studying and Applying God's Word to Your Life
"Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is--his good, pleasing and perfect will." - Romans 12:2

July 18th - Make it Make Sense: Managing Money God’s Way
"One who is faithful in a very little is also faithful in much, and one who is dishonest in a very little is also dishonest in much.” Luke 16:10

July 25th - Finding Strength and Support in Community: Building Relationships with Other Men of Faith
"As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another." - Proverbs 27:17

Women

June 13th - Becoming a Woman of Faith: Growing Closer to God Through Prayer and Study
"She is clothed with strength and dignity, and she laughs without fear of the future." - Proverbs 31:25

June 20th - Finding Your Identity in Christ: Embracing Your True Worth and Value
"Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised." - Proverbs 31:30

June 27th - Building Strong Relationships: Nurturing Friendships and Family Ties
"Therefore encourage one another and build one another up, just as you are doing." - 1 Thessalonians 5:11

July 11th - Overcoming Fear and Anxiety: Finding Peace in God's Presence
"Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." - Philippians 4:6-7

July 18th - Serving God with Purpose: Discovering and Using Your Talents to Serve Others
"For we are God's handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do." - Ephesians 2:10

July 25th - Navigating Life's Challenges: Trusting in God's Provision and Protection
"The Lord is my rock, my fortress, and my savior; my God is my rock, in whom I find protection. He is my shield, the strength of my salvation, and my stronghold." - Psalm 18:2

Recovery and Restoration

June 13th - Breaking Free from Addiction: Overcoming Strongholds with God's Help
"So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed." - John 8:36
"I can do all things through him who gives me strength." - Philippians 4:13
"Therefore, confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed." - James 5:16

June 20th - Finding Freedom from Anger: Strategies for Managing Emotions in a Healthy Way
"My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry." - James 1:19
"In your anger do not sin: Do not let the sun go down while you are still angry." - Ephesians 4:26
"Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, brawling and slander, along with every form of malice." - Ephesians 4:31

June 27th - The Healing Power of Forgiveness: Moving Beyond Bitterness and Resentment
"Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you." - Colossians 3:13
"For if you forgive other people when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you." - Matthew 6:14
"Then Peter came to Jesus and asked, “Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother or sister who sins against me? Up to seven times?” Jesus answered, “I tell you, not seven times, but seventy-seven times." - Matthew 18:21-22

July 11th - Restoring Broken Relationships: The Path to Reconciliation and Wholeness
"Therefore, if you are offering your gift at the altar and there remember that your brother or sister has something against you, leave your gift there in front of the altar. First go and be reconciled to them; then come and offer your gift." - Matthew 5:23-24
"Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace." - Ephesians 4:3
"Brothers and sisters, if someone is caught in a sin, you who live by the Spirit should restore that person gently. But watch yourselves, or you also may be tempted." - Galatians 6:1

July 18th - Overcoming Shame and Guilt: Discovering God's Love and Grace
"Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus." - Romans 8:1
"For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, 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." - Romans 8:38-39
"But he said to me, 'My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.' Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ's power may rest on me." - 2 Corinthians 12:9

July 25th - Walking in Victory: Claiming God's Promises for Your Life and Future
"No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us." - Romans 8:37