Together 2024
In 2024, we are launching an initiative to help deepen our spiritual life together as a church family. This is not just another study or a plan for the new year; it's a way for us to live out what we profess every Sunday—to be an intentional community grounded in prayer and God's Word, together!
What's Involved
A theme verse for the month, with a simplified version for our children, to encourage memorization and reflection. We’ll practice the memory verse together on Sunday mornings.
A chapter study each week to delve deeper into God's word. If you already have your own Bible reading plan, great! This is an easy add-on. If you don’t have regular habit of reading the Bible regularly, then this will be a great place to start!
A dedicated prayer and fasting focus to coincide with our day of prayer and fasting on the first Wednesday of each month (and continuing throughout the month).
May 2024
Marriage
For the month of May we will focus on Marriage
Key Verse / Memory Work: 1 Peter 4:8
“Most important of all, continue to show deep love for each other, for love covers a multitude of sins.”
(Children’s Version)
“Love each other deeply because love covers sin.”
Weekly Chapter (for Individual & Family Study)
Week #1: Ephesians 5:1-33
Live a life of loveWeek #2: 1 Peter 3:1-12 & Ecclesiastes 9:3-10
Submission and considerationWeek #3: Romans 15:1-13 & Ephesians 4:1-6
Bearing one another’s burdensWeek #4: 1 Corinthians 7
Principles of marriage
Pray & Fasting Focus
For loving each other deeply and unselfishly
For seeking unity in marriage and in the body
For depending on the Spirit’s power to love and to submit
April 2024
Maturity
in Christ
For the month of April we will focus on Maturity in Christ
Key Verse / Memory Work: Ephesians 5:1-2 (NIV)
“Imitate God, therefore, in everything you do, because you are His dear children. Live a life filled with love, following the example of Christ.”
(Children’s Version)
“Be like God in everything you do because you are His dear children.”
Weekly Chapter (for Individual & Family Study)
Week #1: Colossians 3
Holy livingWeek #2: 1 John 4:7-21 & 1 Corinthians 13
The love of GodWeek #3: Psalm 23 & Psalm 92 (especially verses 12-15)
Led by the Lord; the righteous will flourishWeek #4: 2 Peter 1
The growth and grounding of our faith, the components of our spiritual maturity
Pray & Fasting Focus
For knowing in our hearts that we are God’s dearly loved children so that we can walk daily in His presence
For opening ourselves daily and allow the Holy Spirit to transform us into the fullness of Christ
For our love to go beyond feelings and into sacrificial action
March 2024
Kingdom Living | Prayer & Fasting
Bible reading plan
Monday, 3/4 Matthew 7v24-27, Psalm 1
Tuesday, 3/5 Matthew 5v1-4, Psalm 62
Wednesday 3/6 Matthew 5v5-8, Psalm 30
Thursday, 3/7 Matthew 5v9-12, Psalm 34
Friday, 3/8 Matthew 5v13-16, Psalm 15
Saturday, 3/9 Matthew 5v17-20, Psalm 19
Sunday, 3/10 Matthew 5v21-22, Psalm 23
Monday, 3/11 Matthew 5v23-26, Psalm 81
Tuesday, 3/12 Matthew 5v27-30, Psalm 84
Wednesday, 3/13 Matthew 5v31-32, Psalm 97
Thursday, 3/14 Matthew 5v33-37, Psalm 50
Friday, 3/15 Matthew 5v38-42, Psalm 42
Saturday, 3/16 Matthew 5v43-48, Psalm 51
Sunday 3/17 Matthew 6v1-4, Psalm 112
Monday, 3/18 Matthew 6v5-8, Psalm 77
Tuesday, 3/19 Matthew 6v9-13, Psalm 121
Wednesday, 3/20 Matthew 6v14-15, Psalm 32
Thursday, 3/21 Matthew 6v16-18, Psalm 63
Friday, 3/22 Matthew 6v19-24, Psalm 146
Saturday, 3/23 Matthew 6v25-27, Psalm 104
Sunday, 3/24 Matthew 6v28-30, Psalm 37
Monday, 3/25 Matthew 6v31-34, Psalm 103
Tuesday, 3/26 Matthew 7v1-6, Psalm 131
Wednesday, 3/27 Matthew 7v7-12, Psalm 16
Thursday, 3/28 Matthew 7v13-14, Psalm 139
Friday, 3/29 Matthew 7v15-20, Psalm 22
Saturday, 3/30 Matthew 7v21-23, Psalm 130
Sunday 3/31 Matthew 7v24-27, Psalm 118
Daily reflection questions
1. What does today's reading reveal about God?
2. What does it reveal about you?
3. What is the Holy Spirit leading you to do with what you read?
4. Who needs to hear what you've learned?
Prayer Focus
To seek first the Kingdom of God, and his righteousness.
To live as salt and light in the world, to the glory of God.
To build our lives on practicing the way of Jesus, together.
Memory Verse
Matthew 5v3-10
3 “Blessed are the poor in spirit,
for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
4 Blessed are those who mourn,
for they will be comforted.
5 Blessed are the meek,
for they will inherit the earth.
6 Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness,
for they will be filled.
7 Blessed are the merciful,
for they will be shown mercy.
8 Blessed are the pure in heart,
for they will see God.
9 Blessed are the peacemakers,
for they will be called children of God.
10 Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness,
for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
February 2024
Leadership
in the Church
For the month of February we will focus on Leadership within the Church
Key Verse / Memory Work: 1 Peter 5v5b (NIV)
“All of you, clothe yourselves with humility toward one another, because, ‘God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.’”
(Children’s Version)
“Be humble to others, and God will give you grace.”
Weekly Chapter (for Individual & Family Study)
Week #1: Philippians 2
Imitating Christ’s HumilityWeek #2: 1 Corinthians 12
One Body, Many PartsWeek #3: Titus 2
Older Men, Older Women, Younger Women, Younger MenWeek #4: 1 Peter 5
To the Elders and the Flock
Pray & Fasting Focus
For our leaders’ protection, unity, humility, and vision on seeking the LORD and His leading
For the body to honor and build up our leaders
For guidance on recognizing and encouraging potential leaders within our body
January 2024
Majesty
Key Verse/ Memory Work: Psalm 93v1-2
“The Lord reigns, he is robed in majesty; the Lord is robed in majesty and armed with strength; indeed, the world is established, firm and secure. Your throne was established long ago; you are from all eternity.”
Children’s Version:
“The Lord reigns in majesty and strength forever.”
Weekly Chapter (for Individual & Family Study)
Week #1: Psalm 104
O Lord my God, you are very great.Week #2: Job 38v1-20 and 42v1-3
There is none like you, God.Week #3: Exodus 33v7-23 and 34v1-10
Show me your glory.Week #4: Psalm 93
The Lord reigns forever.
Pray & Fasting Focus
To behold the majesty of God
To seek after the Lord in wonder and with humility
To proclaim the Lord’s rule and reign in our lives, the life of our church and community