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Weekly Study Titles

Week 1: The Word of Life

Week 2: Walking in the Light

Week 3: The Love of the Father

Week 4: Testing the Spirits

Week 5: Overcoming the World

This five-week series, featuring teaching from Francis Chan, explores the themes of 1 John to help believers understand the depth of God's love and the assurance of their salvation. The study moves through the core message of the epistle: that God is light and love, and that a relationship with Him transformed through Jesus Christ leads to a life of obedience, authentic community, and victory over sin. By examining the seriousness of sin alongside the "greater than" nature of God's grace, the series challenges participants to move beyond casual faith and into a deeper, more sacrificial love for God and others.

Weekly Study Titles

Week 1: Community and Mission

Week 2: Sharing the Gospel

Week 3: Strengthening and Encouraging

Week 4: Living a Pure and Holy Life

Week 5: Final Instructions and Personal Growth

This study series explores the foundational themes of Paul’s first letter to the Thessalonians, emphasizing the importance of authentic Christian community and the proclamation of the gospel. Throughout the sessions, participants examine how to model Christ-like behavior, maintain faith during trials, and invest in the growth of others within the church family. The series also addresses practical aspects of Christian living, such as sanctification, moral purity, and the anticipation of Christ’s return, which should ultimately shape a believer’s personal growth and dedication to God's mission.

Weekly Study Titles

Week 1: Introduction to the Beatitudes

Week 2: The Poor in Spirit and Those Who Mourn

Week 3: Meekness, Righteousness, and Mercy

Week 4: Persecution and the Significance of the Beatitudes

This study series explores the opening of Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount in Matthew 5, focusing on the character traits and blessings that define citizens of God's Kingdom. Throughout the sessions, participants examine how Jesus "turns the word 'blessing' on its head" by valuing humility, spiritual poverty, and endurance through persecution over worldly definitions of success. The series addresses practical aspects of Christian living, such as cultivating a pure heart, pursuing righteousness, and acting as peacemakers in a broken world. Ultimately, the study encourages believers to reflect on how these "joyful expressions" lead to life transformation and a deeper reliance on God's character and presence.

Weekly Study Titles

Week 1: God is All Powerful

Week 2: God is Holy

Week 3: God is Merciful

Week 4: God is Just

Week 5: God is Everywhere

Week 6: God is All Loving

The Character of God series is a six-week exploration into the fundamental attributes of the Creator. Each week focuses on a distinct "omni" or moral attribute—ranging from His absolute power and omnipresence to His perfect holiness and justice. The study is designed to move beyond abstract theology, challenging participants to consider how the vastness of God’s nature (like His mercy and love) should practically transform their daily lives, their sense of security, and their worship. By aligning human perspective with the reality of who God is, the series aims to build a foundation of trust and reverence within the community.

Weekly Study Titles

Week 1:Partners in the Gospel

Week 2:Boldness in Challenging Times

Week 3:The Humility of Christ

Week 4:Shining as Lights

Week 5:Rooted in Jesus

Week 6:Striving Toward the Goal

Week 7:Standing Firm in Unity

Week 8:Finding True Contentment

This eight-week study walks through the Apostle Paul’s letter to the Philippian church, emphasizing themes of joy, humility, and partnership. Throughout the series, participants explore how Paul remained joyful and confident in his mission despite being in prison, pointing to a life fully rooted in the finished work of Christ rather than human effort. The study challenges believers to adopt the same humble attitude as Jesus, to shine as bright lights in a difficult world, and to find contentment in every circumstance. By focusing on spiritual maturity and citizenship in heaven, the series encourages small groups to stand unified in their mission to love God and make disciples.

Weekly Study Titles

Week 1:Abram: Bringing Real Struggles to God

Week 2:Peter and John: Boldness in Community

Week 3:Nehemiah: Persistence and Character

Week 4:Paul: Aligning Our Will with God's

Week 5:Jesus (Part 1): Bringing Glory to God

Week 6:Jesus (Part 2): Unity and Sanctification

Week 7:Jesus (Part 3): Vision for the Church

This seven-week series explores the transformative power of prayer by examining the lives and prayers of key biblical figures. The study begins with Abram, focusing on the importance of being honest with God about one's doubts and struggles. It then moves through Peter and John's prayer for boldness in Acts, Nehemiah's persistent intercession, and Paul's request for alignment with God's will. The final three weeks are dedicated to a deep dive into Jesus' High Priestly Prayer in John 17, emphasizing His mission, the necessity of unity among believers, and His vision for the future church. Overall, the series aims to help Mercy Church small groups grow in their personal and communal prayer lives, learning to pray Scripture back to God and actively practicing prayer as a core spiritual discipline.

Weekly Study Titles

Week 1: The Search for Meaning and the Nature of "Hevel"

Week 2: Seeking Satisfaction in Pleasure, Projects, and Possessions

Week 3: A Time for Everything and Eternity in Our Hearts

Week 4: Oppression, Envy, and the Strength of Companionship

Week 5: Approaching God with Awe and the Vanity of Wealth

Week 6: Wisdom, Folly, and the Inequities of Life

Week 7: Navigating Uncertainty and the Value of Wisdom

Week 8: Wisdom for the Way and the Heart of the King

Week 9: Enjoying Life in the Face of Death

Week 10: Wisdom and Folly in Everyday Life

Week 11: Navigating Uncertainty and Lessons on Aging

Week 12: Remembering Your Creator and the Inevitability of Death

Week 13: Final Reflections: Fear God and Keep His Commandments

Series Summary: Ecclesiastes

This study series explores the profound and often challenging wisdom of the "Teacher" in the book of Ecclesiastes. Throughout the sessions, participants wrestle with the concept of hevel—the fleeting, vapor-like nature of life—and examine the human tendency to seek ultimate meaning in temporal pursuits like wealth, work, and pleasure. The series addresses the harsh realities of injustice and the inevitability of aging and death, while simultaneously highlighting the hope found in God’s sovereignty and the "eternity" He has set in every human heart. Ultimately, the study guides believers to find true satisfaction by remembering their Creator and living in light of a Gospel that reshapes our understanding of wisdom, judgment, and our eternal mission.

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