Discipleship is an ongoing, ever-evolving process. “Shift Work” is about making critical changes towards spiritual growth. We continually mature in Christ and as we do, our old self–our natural sin-flled self–sloughs of.
The Third Shift we need to make helps us ensure that our service and leadership come from the motivation of loving God and loving people.
Read through these statements and questions and reflect on each one. In your journal or notebook, record any thoughts or scripture verses that speak to you.
Serving and leading are often difficult. It’s easy to focus on the task and forget to love. Where do you find yourself?
Where are you currently serving?
Do you feel you’re in the right area? Why or why not?
Who is supporting and encouraging you in your ministry and mission?
Who can you support in their ministry and mission?
Using the dot-to-dot analogy on Day Three, list five dots in your life (skills, talents, circumstances, etc.) that point you toward your mission field.
How can you use those dots to serve God?
Share about a time God did something unimaginable in your area of ministry.
How does your church help move people into the “right-fit” ministry missions?
What shifts do you need to make to serve from love rather than obligation? Find a “love” scripture in your Bible and write it out.
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