Sermon Series:
This week, pastoral elder Jadae Fox talks about how after we identify a virtue to work on, we need to make a plan in order to grow in that virtue.
Sermon Passage: Nehemiah 2:1–18
Sermon outline
1. Realize & Pray See the problem & Pray for God to help make a plan (The Virtue you want to strengthen)
2. Form a plan with Consideration.
A. Set the time the plan will last
B. Consider the obstacles to the plan
C. Consider the resources you may need for the plan
D. Inspect and form a plan
3. Invite others to help, pray, and start the plan
Circle Church Discussion Questions
1. Realize & Pray: Nehemiah recognized the ruins before he began rebuilding.
What “broken wall” or area in your character might God be showing you needs building up?
2. Forming a Plan with Consideration: Nehemiah prayed, planned, and prepared with care before starting.
When it comes to growing in virtue, what has helped you make lasting change in the past—careful planning, accountability, or simply stepping out in faith?
What could be some next steps?
Take time to pray for each other about realizing and forming a plan.
3. Anticipating Obstacles: Nehemiah asked for letters of passage before traveling—he expected resistance.
What common obstacles tend to discourage your growth (fear, busyness, temptation, self-doubt)?
How might you/we plan ahead so those things don’t derail your progress this time?
4. Inviting Others: (Character Friends) Nehemiah invited others to build with him.
Who could you invite into your spiritual growth journey—someone who will pray with you, ask how you’re doing, or even build alongside you?
5. Building and Persevering: When the people heard Nehemiah’s call, “They strengthened their hands for the good work.”
What does it look like for you to “strengthen your hands” this week?
Is there one action step you can take—big or small—to move forward in building godly character?
Jadae Fox.mp3- Length: 1:25:29
