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  1. 5d ago

    August 16, 2026 - Zechariah: When You Want to Quit

    August 16, 2026 - Little Books Big Message: Zechariah – When You Want to Quit Zechariah 4:1–10 Central Truth: Don’t quit because the work is bigger than you—God never intended you to finish it without Him. Key Thoughts There are some things you can’t do. Faith isn’t pretending you don’t have limitations; faith is knowing where to take them. There are some things you can’t do alone. Isolation is where quitting grows. Connection is where endurance grows. There are some things only God can do. God’s work is done through human effort but not by human effort. Don’t make a permanent decision because of a temporary mountain. God remembers. Even when you can’t see what He is doing, He has not forgotten you. Discussion Questions What makes you want to quit? What kinds of circumstances tend to drain you the most—lack of resources, long seasons of struggle, opposition, disappointment, or feeling that nothing is changing? What “mountain” are you facing right now?
 Read Zechariah 4:7. What situation in your life currently feels too big, too complicated, or even impossible? Why is admitting “I can’t do this” sometimes an important step of faith?
 How can recognizing our limitations move us from self-reliance toward dependence on God? Who has God placed in your life to help you keep going?
 Why do you think isolation makes quitting easier? What would it look like for you to let someone into an area where you are struggling? Where are you trying to accomplish something only God can do?
 Read Zechariah 4:6 and John 15:5. What is the difference between doing your part faithfully and trying to control the outcome? What is your “next stone”?
 Instead of worrying about finishing the entire journey, what is one small act of faithfulness God may be asking you to take this week? Weekly Challenge Identify one area where you have been tempted to quit. Don’t try to solve everything this week. Ask God, “What is my next faithful step?” Then take it. Quick Links: theroad.tv/response - Have questions or need prayer? Our ministers are here for YOU! theroad.tv/whatsup - Stay connected with everything happening at TheRoad. theroad.tv/podcast - Find all of our messages available on your favorite podcasting app. theroad.tv/giving - Partner with us by financially supporting the mission and vision of TheRoad.
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  2. Aug 13

    August 9, 2026 - Little Books Big Message - Haggai: When God Isn't First, Nothing Else Fits

    Central Truth: When God's people put Him first, everything else in life begins to come back into order. Key Thoughts: • Misaligned priorities eventually produce misaligned lives. • God invites us to regularly evaluate our relationship with Him. • Obedience restores intimacy with God. • God blesses surrendered hearts, not neglected relationships. Discussion Questions: Have you ever experienced a season when life just felt "out of sync"? Looking back, what do you think was contributing to that feeling? Haggai challenged God's people because they had prioritized their own comfort over God's purposes. What are some good things that can quietly become greater priorities than God in our lives today? Haggai says, "Give careful thought to your ways." Why do you think regular self-evaluation is so difficult? What are some practical ways we can honestly evaluate our walk with God? The sermon said, "Money is a wonderful servant, but a terrible savior." In what subtle ways are people tempted to trust money, success, or comfort more than they trust God? How can we guard against that? The message emphasized that obedience reignites relationship. Can you share a time when taking a step of obedience brought you closer to God or renewed your spiritual life? The closing illustration reminded us that when the first button is off, everything else is out of alignment. What is one practical step you can take this week to put God back in first place in an area where you've drifted? Weekly Challenge: This week, spend time asking God to reveal any area where your priorities have become misaligned. Choose one specific act of obedience that puts Him first—whether it's spending time in His Word, serving someone, trusting Him with your finances, or simply saying "yes" to something He's been prompting you to do. Quick Links: theroad.tv/response - Have questions or need prayer? Our ministers are here for YOU! theroad.tv/whatsup - Stay connected with everything happening at TheRoad. theroad.tv/podcast - Find all of our messages available on your favorite podcasting app. theroad.tv/giving - Partner with us by financially supporting the mission and vision of TheRoad. Streaming Licenses: · Church Copyright License® License Number: 623228 Expiration: 2/28/2027 CCLI Streaming License™ License Number: 20075913 Size F Expiration: 2/28/2027 · Multitracks Copyright Licensing: Church Streaming License (Annual) - License Number: 2055 Expiration: 4/20/2027 · CCS WORSIPcast Licensing License Number: WCL932 Expiration: 12/31/26

  3. Aug 13

    August 2, 2026 - Little Books Big Message - Zephaniah: God Wants to Sing Over You

    Central Truth: God's judgment is real, but His deepest desire is not to condemn us—it is to restore us. When we seek Him with humble hearts, we discover that God delights in us and rejoices over us with singing. Key Thoughts • Sin is not just breaking God's rules—it is replacing God with something else. • God's warnings are expressions of His love, giving us time to return before judgment comes. • Repentance means seeking God daily through humility and obedience. • God's ultimate goal is redemption, not rejection. He longs to welcome His children home. Discussion Questions The sermon defined sin as "replacing God rather than simply breaking God's rules." What are some modern idols that compete for our hearts, and why are they often so difficult to recognize? Zephaniah describes both outright idolatry and "God plus something else" (syncretism). Which do you think is the greater temptation for Christians today, and why? The message challenged us with the statement, "God is not indifferent to our indifference." What are some subtle ways we can drift into ignoring God without intentionally rejecting Him? Zephaniah calls us to seek God, seek righteousness, and seek humility (2:3). Which of those three areas do you most need to pursue right now, and what is one practical step you can take this week? Zephaniah 3:17 paints the picture of God delighting in His people and singing over them. How does that image change the way you think about God's heart toward those who repent and return to Him? The sermon ended with the reminder that "God has already made His choice—He's waiting for you to choose Him." Is there an area of your life where you sense God inviting you to return, surrender, or trust Him more fully? Quick Links: theroad.tv/response - Have questions or need prayer? Our ministers are here for YOU! theroad.tv/whatsup - Stay connected with everything happening at TheRoad. theroad.tv/podcast - Find all of our messages available on your favorite podcasting app. theroad.tv/giving - Partner with us by financially supporting the mission and vision of TheRoad. Streaming Licenses: · Church Copyright License® License Number: 623228 Expiration: 2/28/2027 CCLI Streaming License™ License Number: 20075913 Size F Expiration: 2/28/2027 · Multitracks Copyright Licensing: Church Streaming License (Annual) - License Number: 2055 Expiration: 4/20/2027 · CCS WORSIPcast Licensing License Number: WCL932 Expiration: 12/31/26

  4. Aug 13

    July 26, 2026 - Little Books Big Message - Habakkuk: God Has Good Reviews

    Question: How do you trust God when what you see doesn’t match what you believe? Truth: When you don’t understand what God is doing, remember who He’s always been. Scripture: Habakkuk; Psalm 13:1; Matthew 26:36-46; Proverbs 3:5 When life doesn’t match our expectations, our confidence gets tested and our commitment gets revealed. 4 steps to trust God when life doesn’t make sense: 1) Bring your questions to God. You can wrestle with God without walking away from God. 2) Release your expectations. Faith is trusting God’s plan when He doesn’t follow ours. 3) Surrender what you can’t control. Sometimes God gives enough direction to require trust, but not enough detail to eliminate faith. Responsibility is not the same as control. 4) Trust in what you do know when you don’t know what God is doing. Peace doesn’t come from understanding everything God is doing. Peace comes from remembering who God is. Questions for more discussion: 1. When has life turned out differently than you expected, and how did that affect your trust in God? 2. What does it look like to wrestle with God without walking away from Him? 3. Which is harder for you: trusting God’s timing, trusting His plan, or surrendering control? Why? 4. Have you ever seen God work in a way you did not expect but later realized was good? 5. What are you trying to control right now that you need to trust God with? 6. What do you already know about God that can sustain you in what you do not understand today? Quick Links: theroad.tv/response - Have questions or need prayer? Our ministers are here for YOU! theroad.tv/whatsup - Stay connected with everything happening at TheRoad. theroad.tv/podcast - Find all of our messages available on your favorite podcasting app. theroad.tv/giving - Partner with us by financially supporting the mission and vision of TheRoad. Streaming Licenses: · Church Copyright License® License Number: 623228 Expiration: 2/28/2027 CCLI Streaming License™ License Number: 20075913 Size F Expiration: 2/28/2027 · Multitracks Copyright Licensing: Church Streaming License (Annual) - License Number: 2055 Expiration: 4/20/2027 · CCS WORSIPcast Licensing License Number: WCL932 Expiration: 12/31/26

  5. Aug 13

    July 19th, 2026 - Little Books Big Message - Nahum: When God's Had Enough

    Question: When does God’s patience give way to His judgement? Truth: God’s mercy has an invitation. His judgement has a deadline. Scripture: Nahum; 2 Peter 3:9-10 Truth 1: God’s patience should never be mistaken for approval. We cannot be passive against evil, because God is not passive toward evil. Truth 2: God will bring an end to evil. Every day God delays judgment is another day He extends mercy. Truth 3: God’s invitation of mercy has an expiration. Don’t confuse today’s invitation with tomorrow’s guarantee. Questions for discussion: 1. The sermon began with the question, "God...how long?" What situations in our world—or in your own life—have caused you to ask that question? How does Nahum, along with 2 Peter 3:9-10, change the way you think about God's apparent delay? 2. One of the main truths was, "God's patience should never be mistaken for approval." Why do you think it's so easy for people to assume that because God hasn't judged sin yet, He must be okay with it? Have you ever found yourself thinking that way about your own life? 3. The sermon said, "True repentance isn't a one-time event that produces temporary behavior change. True repentance is a lifestyle we never get over." What does ongoing repentance actually look like? How is it different from simply feeling guilty after you sin? 4. The sermon challenged us not to manage sin but to put it to death. What's the difference between managing sin and killing sin? Is there an area of your life where you've been trying to manage sin instead of surrendering it completely to Jesus? 5. The sermon reminded us that Jesus took the judgment we deserve on the cross. How does that truth affect the way you see God's love and His justice? 6. After hearing this message, what's one thing God is calling you to do or change in your life this week? Quick Links: theroad.tv/response - Have questions or need prayer? Our ministers are here for YOU! theroad.tv/whatsup - Stay connected with everything happening at TheRoad. theroad.tv/podcast - Find all of our messages available on your favorite podcasting app. theroad.tv/giving - Partner with us by financially supporting the mission and vision of TheRoad. Streaming Licenses: · Church Copyright License® License Number: 623228 Expiration: 2/28/2027 CCLI Streaming License™ License Number: 20075913 Size F Expiration: 2/28/2027 · Multitracks Copyright Licensing: Church Streaming License (Annual) - License Number: 2055 Expiration: 4/20/2027 · CCS WORSHIPcast Licensing License Number: WCL932 Expiration: 12/31/26

  6. Apr 4

    Sunday, March 29, 2026 - Come Alive to His Kingdom

    Most significant truth: Jesus is not the King you try to control. He is the King you surrender to. Simple summary: You want a king who fixes your situation. Jesus came to save your soul. The crowd wanted power. Jesus brought peace. The crowd wanted fast results. Jesus worked for eternity. The crowd wanted control. Jesus calls for surrender. They praised Him when He fit their expectations. They rejected Him when He did not. You face the same tension. You want Jesus to agree with you. You want Him to fix things your way. But Jesus does something better. He deals with your sin. He gives peace inside you. He secures your eternity. He is not the King you manage. He is the King you submit to. Action Ask yourself one question. Where am I still in control? Then act. Say it plainly. Jesus, I surrender that area to You. Do one step this week that shows surrender. Confess a sin. Change a habit. Obey something you have been avoiding.

  7. Mar 26

    Sunday, March 22, 2026 · Come Alive Through His Sacrifice

    Most significant truth: Jesus suffered and died in your place. Your sin carried a cost you could not pay. He paid it fully so you could live forgiven and changed. Simple summary Isaiah spoke about Jesus long before the cross. He described a Savior who looked ordinary and faced rejection. Jesus endured brutal suffering. He took punishment meant for you. His wounds brought peace with God. His death removed guilt and gave new life. Forgiveness is free to you but came at a high price. This truth calls for a response. Receive grace. Stop living under shame. Let forgiveness shape how you live each day. Your challenge: Receive what Jesus paid for. Stop punishing yourself for past sin. Live in gratitude, not guilt. Let the cross change your daily choices.

  8. Mar 16

    Sunday, March 15, 2026 - Come Alive to New Birth

    Jesus did not come to improve your religion. He came to give you new life. Simple Summary: You ask a hard question. Are you alive in Christ or running on spiritual autopilot. Nicodemus looked strong on the outside. He knew Scripture. He kept rules. He led others. Yet something inside felt empty. Jesus told him he did not need more effort. He needed new birth. Truth one. Religion and life are not the same. You attend church. You read the Bible. You serve. None of this gives life by itself. You fix habits and still feel empty. Only God brings life to a dead heart. Truth two. New life comes from God, not your effort. You do not earn birth. You receive it. Jesus did the work on the cross. The Spirit makes you new. You move from trying harder to trusting deeper. Truth three. New birth requires surrender. Belief means more than agreement. It means handing control to Jesus. You stop managing your old life. You submit to His rule. Nicodemus moved from curiosity in the dark to commitment in the light. Challenge for Action: Stop measuring your faith by activity. Ask if your heart belongs to Jesus. Surrender control. Trust Him for new life. Choose delight over duty today.

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    Choctaw Road Baptist Church
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    2021 - 2026
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