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06/13/2022

Session 3: Your Authority In Prayer

Promo: Making TimeYou have the same 24 hours in your day as the most accomplished people in the world. So why doesn't it feel that way? Follow along on this special 6 episode series as we take a look at how to make more time. By following biblical principles and taking a look at what you really want, Making Time shares the secret to having all the time you need... with a little help from some friends. Learn more and download group guides at https://lumivoz.com/making-time/ For questions, comments, or sharing your tips on how to make more time, reach out to makingtime@lumivoz.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Episode 3 of The Purpose Practice and Power of Prayer series. This is a church small group Bible study series from Buddy Owens at Saddleback Church in Lake Forest, California. CHECKING IN 1. Share something you are thankful for today. 2. How did last week’s lesson affect the way you prayed this week? KEY VERSEGod raised us up with Christ and seated us with him in the heavenly realms in Christ Jesus. Ephesians 2:6 (NIV) DISCUSSION QUESTIONS What does it mean to you to pray in Jesus’ name? Have somebody in your group re-read Ephesians 1:18–23; 2:6–10 (in the video outline) aloud. How does this passage shape your perspective on where and how you stand in your authority in Christ? Talk about the relationship between praying in the authority of Jesus’ name and being a person of the Word. What stood out to you about the reality of standing on the earth and being seated in the heavenly realms? Does this make you think differently about God’s purpose for you on earth? PUTTING IT INTO PRACTICE Read Ephesians 1–2 every day this week and, as Buddy said, “Let these truths steep into your soul.” Try turning these chapters into a prayer, talking about them with God. For example, “Lord, enlighten the eyes of my heart so that I may better know the hope to which you have called me. Help me appreciate the riches of your glorious inheritance and understand your incomparably great power for me.” PRAYER DIRECTION The truth about your authority in prayer can feel daunting. As a group, turn any of these feelings into gratitude. Thank God for the authority which he has given you in Christ. Pray for strength and conviction to use this authority to be Christ’s ambassador on earth. Share your prayer requests and pray for each other before you finish your meeting. Ask someone in the group to write them all down and then email them to all your group members. Commit to pray for each other throughout the week. DIVING DEEPER Dive deeper this week by reading Praying for Peace by Jimmy, Carol, and Buddy Owens. Chapter 5, “Spiritual Warfare: Setting Captives Free” deals with your position of authority, your position of strength, taking back enemy territory, and dealing with spiritual attacks. This series was created for Saddleback Church's small group curriculum series. For more great Bible studies and small group curriculum, visit pastors.com And for more great podcasts, visit Lumivoz.com

06/13/2022

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21 min
10/17/2022

Session 1: Turn off the Dark

It's hard to understand in the moment, but sorrow can give you perspective, purpose, and a platform. It’s called a “roar story.” And you can use it to inspire others to see the bright future beyond their darkest days. Whether you’ve suffered in the past, are in a trial now, or want to prepare for the inevitable challenges to come, this Bible study can provide help, hope, and healing, all for the glory of God. Both instructive and deeply inspirational, this study will help you see your life with new perspective through the eyes of faith. What will you do when the unthinkable happens? Pastor Levi Lusko never expected that five days before Christmas, his five-year-old daughter Lenya would suddenly go to heaven after an asthma attack. Learn the eye-opening truth of the power of hope in a world that is often filled with pain, suffering, and loss. To download the full study go to: https://www.lifeway.com/lion And for more great studies and podcasts, visit https://lumivoz.com Her parents called her Lenya Lion because of her ferocious personality and hair that had been wild and mane-like since birth, but after her sudden loss, Pastor Levi Lusko and his wife Jennie had to figure out how to walk out of an emergency room without their daughter. In this moving memoir, Levi shares the power of hope in a world often visited by pain, suffering, and loss, urging you to view life as an adventure and encourages you to make an eternal impact. More a manifesto for high-octane living than a manual for grieving, Through the Eyes of a Lion will help you turn your journey into a "roar story" by guiding you to: Let God turn your pain into a microphoneLook past what you can see with the naked eyeUnderstand how a good God can allow bad thingsSurvive Saturday—the space between promise and fulfillmentLevi has walked through the intense, raw periods that come with grieving. Whether you're currently facing adversity or want to prepare yourself for inevitable hardship, it's time to look at the adventure of your life through Jesus' eyes—the eyes of a Lion.

10/17/2022

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22 min
08/30/2022

No Frustration (Romans 8:4a-17)

Promo: Making TimeYou have the same 24 hours in your day as the most accomplished people in the world. So why doesn't it feel that way? Follow along on this special 6 episode series as we take a look at how to make more time. By following biblical principles and taking a look at what you really want, Making Time shares the secret to having all the time you need... with a little help from some friends. Learn more and download group guides at https://lumivoz.com/making-time/ For questions, comments, or sharing your tips on how to make more time, reach out to makingtime@lumivoz.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ For you did not receive a spirit that makes you a slave again to fear, but you received the Spirit of sonship. And by him we cry, “Abba, Father.”ROMANS 8:15 (NIV) SERIES OVERVIEW Take a journey together with your small group to greater faith! If you’ve ever had feelings like, “I’m not good enough,” “I’m never going to change,” or “Life is too hard,” Romans eight is the chapter for you! Pastor Tom Holladay taught this series beginning at the bottom and moving to the top of Saddleback Mountain through each of the four sessions to help us see clearly the journey from doubt to faith—from discouragement to hope—that God has for us. DISCUSSION QUESTIONS Did you get a chance to share the message of “no condemnation” with someone this last week? How did they respond? What items would you put on the top of a list of things that frustrate you because they take longer than they should? Verses 4–7: What could you do to rely more on the Spirit and less on your own willpower in your battle to live as the Spirit desires? Verses 4–7: What helps you to set your mind on what the Spirit desires for your life? Verses 8–13: How does it impact you when you see the truth that living under your own control can never be pleasing to God? Verses 14–17: What does it mean to you personally to call God Father? How about to call God Abba, or daddy? PUTTING IT INTO PRACTICE From verses 14–17: Pray to God as your “Abba, Father” this week by addressing him as “Abba, Father” in your prayers, by talking to him about your simplest needs and your deepest hurts and by thanking him that because of Jesus you are his child and his heir. PRAYER DIRECTION Start the prayers to God as your Abba Father in your group prayer time.

08/30/2022

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23 min
02/14/2023

Happy are the Beggars

The Good Life Bible Study eBook with Video Access includes electronic content for eight sessions, personal study between group sessions, applicable Scripture, “How to Use This Study,” and tips for leading a group. Also, each eBook contains unique codes that enable you to access teaching videos for each session. Everyone wants to be happy. We spend our money, time, and energy chasing our version of the good life. And on the way, we run ourselves into physical, mental, and emotional exhaustion. But what if the happiness we’re all striving for isn’t the happiness we were created for? Pastor and author Dr. Derwin L. Gray believes there is a better road to happiness, and it is found in the Beatitudes of Jesus. In this section of the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus revealed the shocking, countercultural path to true flourishing. It comes not through wealth, fame, or laughter but through poverty, obscurity, and mourning. True happiness comes from a heart directed toward the kingdom of God and satisfied in Jesus the King. This 8-session small-group study demonstrates how Jesus taught us to search for, find, and hold on to the good life. Episode topics:1) Happy are the Beggars2) Happy are Those Who Lament3) Happy are the Humble4) Happy are the Hungry and Thirsty5) Happy are the Merciful6) Happy are the Seers7) Happy are the Peacemakers8) Happy are the Persecuted Features:● Eight small-group sessions● Eight free teaching videos featuring author Derwin Gray—access included with purchase of Bible Study eBook● Personal-study opportunities for ongoing spiritual growth Benefits:● Find the good life available to those who know Jesus Christ.● Learn to depend fully upon God.● Receive comfort from God and extend that comfort to others.● Hunger and thirst for a deeper relationship with God through Christ.● Develop endurance when experiencing persecution.● Practice God-centered humility.● Become a more merciful person as you extend the mercy of God to others.● Reflect on the timeless truths of the beatitudes.● See how God can use you as a peacemaker in your church and community.

02/14/2023

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13 min
05/30/2022

Session 1: Armed for Battle

Promo: Making TimeYou have the same 24 hours in your day as the most accomplished people in the world. So why doesn't it feel that way? Follow along on this special 6 episode series as we take a look at how to make more time. By following biblical principles and taking a look at what you really want, Making Time shares the secret to having all the time you need... with a little help from some friends. Learn more and download group guides at https://lumivoz.com/making-time/ For questions, comments, or sharing your tips on how to make more time, reach out to makingtime@lumivoz.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Episode 1 of The Purpose Practice and Power of Prayer series. This is a church small group Bible study series from Buddy Owens at Saddleback Church in Lake Forest, California. CHECKING IN 1. If your group is new, or if there are any new people, introduce yourselves. 2. Share something you are grateful for today. 3. How do you hope to grow through this study? KEY VERSE Be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. Ephesians 6:10–11 (NIV) DISCUSSION QUESTIONS “For most of us, our spiritual battlefield looks a lot likeour living room—it’s where we do life. Spiritual warfare happens in our day-to-day living, loving, and relating, and in the daily decisions and challenges we face.” How does this resonate with you? Which of the pieces of the armor of God do you feel you wear most comfortably? Why? Which of the pieces of the armor of God do you feel you wear least comfortably? Why? There is a huge difference between being in a war and being at war. In your spiritual battles, have you felt more like a refugee or a warrior? PUTTING IT INTO PRACTICE Would you say you currently approach the armor of God as a wish list or a checklist? What would you have to do differently to be sure all the pieces are in place? Make a plan for yourself to enact what you discussed. Think about how you have started new habits in your life and use those lessons to devise a plan here. PRAYER DIRECTION Share your prayer requests and pray for each other before you finish your meeting. Ask someone in the group to write them all down and then email them to all your group members. Commit to pray for each other throughout the week. DIVING DEEPER Dive deeper into Ephesians this week by listening to Pastor Tom Holladay’s DriveTime Devotions series going through the book of Ephesians. This series was created for Saddleback Church's small group curriculum series. For more great Bible studies and small group curriculum, visit pastors.com And for more great podcasts, visit Lumivoz.com

05/30/2022

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27 min
05/30/2023

Summer Self-Care: The Daniel Plan by Rick Warren

Promo: Making TimeYou have the same 24 hours in your day as the most accomplished people in the world. So why doesn't it feel that way? Follow along on this special 6 episode series as we take a look at how to make more time. By following biblical principles and taking a look at what you really want, Making Time shares the secret to having all the time you need... with a little help from some friends. Learn more and download group guides at https://lumivoz.com/making-time/ For questions, comments, or sharing your tips on how to make more time, reach out to makingtime@lumivoz.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ The Daniel Plan is perhaps our most wholistic study on self-care. This healthy lifestyle program, created by Pastor Rick Warren and his team at Saddleback Church, goes beyond just healthy for your body. It addresses our Faith, Food, Fitness, Focus and Friends. Rick Warren teaches the overarching principle of Faith in Session One of the core study. Watch the video of Session One Get information on the Study Guide Study Gateway is a streaming video Bible study service that gives instant access to video studies taught by hundreds of the world's most influential Christian authors, teachers and pastors, published HarperChristian Resources. Subscriptions plans are available for personal use, for small groups, and for whole churches. Learn more at StudyGateway.com. Listen for the code to get a 15% discount (good for the life of your subscription; first-time subscribers only)

05/30/2023

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32 min
02/14/2023

Happy are those who Lament

The Good Life Bible Study eBook with Video Access includes electronic content for eight sessions, personal study between group sessions, applicable Scripture, “How to Use This Study,” and tips for leading a group. Also, each eBook contains unique codes that enable you to access teaching videos for each session. Everyone wants to be happy. We spend our money, time, and energy chasing our version of the good life. And on the way, we run ourselves into physical, mental, and emotional exhaustion. But what if the happiness we’re all striving for isn’t the happiness we were created for? Pastor and author Dr. Derwin L. Gray believes there is a better road to happiness, and it is found in the Beatitudes of Jesus. In this section of the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus revealed the shocking, countercultural path to true flourishing. It comes not through wealth, fame, or laughter but through poverty, obscurity, and mourning. True happiness comes from a heart directed toward the kingdom of God and satisfied in Jesus the King. This 8-session small-group study demonstrates how Jesus taught us to search for, find, and hold on to the good life. Session topics:1) Happy are the Beggars2) Happy are Those Who Lament3) Happy are the Humble4) Happy are the Hungry and Thirsty5) Happy are the Merciful6) Happy are the Seers7) Happy are the Peacemakers8) Happy are the Persecuted Features:● Eight small-group sessions● Eight free teaching videos featuring author Derwin Gray—access included with purchase of Bible Study eBook● Personal-study opportunities for ongoing spiritual growth Benefits:● Find the good life available to those who know Jesus Christ.● Learn to depend fully upon God.● Receive comfort from God and extend that comfort to others.● Hunger and thirst for a deeper relationship with God through Christ.● Develop endurance when experiencing persecution.● Practice God-centered humility.● Become a more merciful person as you extend the mercy of God to others.● Reflect on the timeless truths of the beatitudes.● See how God can use you as a peacemaker in your church and community.

02/14/2023

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12 min
08/23/2022

No Condemnation! (Romans 8:1-4a)

Promo: Making TimeYou have the same 24 hours in your day as the most accomplished people in the world. So why doesn't it feel that way? Follow along on this special 6 episode series as we take a look at how to make more time. By following biblical principles and taking a look at what you really want, Making Time shares the secret to having all the time you need... with a little help from some friends. Learn more and download group guides at https://lumivoz.com/making-time/ For questions, comments, or sharing your tips on how to make more time, reach out to makingtime@lumivoz.com ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ SERIES OVERVIEW Take a journey together with your small group to greater faith! If you’ve ever had feelings like, “I’m not good enough,” “I’m never going to change,” or “Life is too hard,” Romans eight is the chapter for you! Pastor Tom Holladay taught this series beginning at the bottom and moving to the top of Saddleback Mountain through each of the four sessions to help us see clearly the journey from doubt to faith—from discouragement to hope—that God has for us. DISCUSSION QUESTIONS Are there any verses in Romans 8 that have been especially meaningful to you in your Christian walk? Verse 1: Which of these promises for the believer hits you at the deepest level ? God is not angry God does not punish God does not reject God does not remove his blessings Verse 1: Do you ever feel like God is angry with you or out to punish you? Is it difficult in any way to accept the truth that there is no condemnation for us as believers in Jesus? Verse 1: What does it mean to you to be “in Christ?” Verses 2–4: Do you ever find yourself trying to do through some “law” or “rule” what can only be done through Jesus? PUTTING IT INTO PRACTICE Who do you know that needs to be encouraged with the truth of “no condemnation” right now? It might be someone who has not yet trusted in Christ’s forgiveness who needs to know they can live a life of no condemnation, or it might be a believer who has gotten caught up in condemning themselves. Pray that God will give you an opportunity to share this message with someone this next week. This is good news worth passing on! PRAYER DIRECTION Ask for prayer requests from each person in the group that you can pray for during this study. As you pray, remember to thank God for the gift of “no condemnation” that he gives us through Christ.

08/23/2022

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19 min
10/17/2022

Session 2: The Invisible World

It's hard to understand in the moment, but sorrow can give you perspective, purpose, and a platform. It’s called a “roar story.” And you can use it to inspire others to see the bright future beyond their darkest days. Whether you’ve suffered in the past, are in a trial now, or want to prepare for the inevitable challenges to come, this Bible study can provide help, hope, and healing, all for the glory of God. Both instructive and deeply inspirational, this study will help you see your life with new perspective through the eyes of faith. What will you do when the unthinkable happens? Pastor Levi Lusko never expected that five days before Christmas, his five-year-old daughter Lenya would suddenly go to heaven after an asthma attack. Learn the eye-opening truth of the power of hope in a world that is often filled with pain, suffering, and loss. To download the full study go to: https://www.lifeway.com/lion And for more great studies and podcasts, visit https://lumivoz.com Her parents called her Lenya Lion because of her ferocious personality and hair that had been wild and mane-like since birth, but after her sudden loss, Pastor Levi Lusko and his wife Jennie had to figure out how to walk out of an emergency room without their daughter. In this moving memoir, Levi shares the power of hope in a world often visited by pain, suffering, and loss, urging you to view life as an adventure and encourages you to make an eternal impact. More a manifesto for high-octane living than a manual for grieving, Through the Eyes of a Lion will help you turn your journey into a "roar story" by guiding you to: Let God turn your pain into a microphoneLook past what you can see with the naked eyeUnderstand how a good God can allow bad thingsSurvive Saturday—the space between promise and fulfillmentLevi has walked through the intense, raw periods that come with grieving. Whether you're currently facing adversity or want to prepare yourself for inevitable hardship, it's time to look at the adventure of your life through Jesus' eyes—the eyes of a Lion.

10/17/2022

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17 min
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Trailer: Through The Eyes Of A Lion With Levi Lusko

It's hard to understand in the moment, but sorrow can give you perspective, purpose, and a platform. It’s called a “roar story.” And you can use it to inspire others to see the bright future beyond their darkest days. Whether you’ve suffered in the past, are in a trial now, or want to prepare for the inevitable challenges to come, this Bible study can provide help, hope, and healing, all for the glory of God. Both instructive and deeply inspirational, this study will help you see your life with new perspective through the eyes of faith. (6 sessions) Session Topics 1. Turn off the Dark2. The Invisible World3. Hurting with Hope4. The Hope of Heaven5. Cue the Eagle6. Pain Is a Microphone To download the study materials, visit https://lifeway.com/lion

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Lumivoz Bible studies include studies and curriculums from churches and publishers such as Lifeway and HarperCollins Christian Resources. Most series are limited 4-6 episodes to fit small group schedules. Some series are ongoing or lengthier for listeners who wish to go more in depth. We are constantly adding more, so stay tuned! Lumivoz is a Christian podcast network offering great programming for families, friends, leaders, and small groups of all kinds! We are a ministry of Saddleback Church and the Small Group Network.