ICE BREAKER:
What mistake have you made before that surely deserved punishment but you received grace that changed the way you live now?

WORSHIP:
“ Yes, my soul, find rest in God; my hope comes from him. Truly he is my rock and my salvation; he is my fortress; I will not be shaken.” – Psalms 62: 5 – 6

SONG SUGGESTION:

Uyingcwele (You are worthy…) Watoto
https://youtu.be/h8XSeMGKvSY?si=Lll64FBgOSxvOn-j

TEXT:  Zechariah 4:6 (NIV) | Nehemiah 5:14-19 (NIV) | Ephesians 1:3-7(NIV)

Empowered to Rebuild: Rebuilt by the Word

In today’s message “Rebuilt by the Word,” we explore how God can restore what is broken within us, renew our joy and lead us into a life of meaningful change.

What happens when God’s Word reveals what is broken within us?

In Nehemiah 8, we see a people who had rebuilt their city but still needed to be rebuilt spiritually. As they heard and understood God’s Word, their hearts were convicted, their sorrow turned to joy, and their conviction led to joyful obedience.

Discover how God uses His Word to rebuild us—to reveal our brokenness, restore our joy, and empower us to live differently through the grace of Jesus Christ.

The Word is not meant to condemn us. It is meant to lead us back to Christ.

Questions:

1. What has God’s word been showing you about your life, your family, your priorities or your relationship with him?

2. When God’s Word exposes something in us, why are we sometimes tempted to respond with shame or self-effort instead of running to Jesus?

3. What is one specific act of joyful obedience God is calling you to take this week?