Next Steps Sunday
TAKE YOUR NEXT STEP
Everyone has a next step to grow closer to Jesus and discover His plan for our lives. These are just some of the steps available to help you Know God, Find Freedom, Discover Purpose, and Make a Difference.
KNOW GOD
1. Participate in water baptism as the public declaration of your faith.
2. Spend time with God every day: Read the Bible, Worship, and Pray
- One Year Bible Reading Plan
- Highlands Worship
- Personal Prayer Resources
- Saturday Prayer and 21 Days of Prayer
3. Worship weekly in person with your local church.
4. Commit to the One Year Challenge
5. Ask yourself and others two questions: “Could I know God better?” and “What could I do to know Him better?”
FIND FREEDOM
1. Join a Small Group and intentionally cultivate meaningful relationships.
- Find a group in the Small Groups Directory and contact the leader to join.
- A new semester begins June 2.
2. Decide to be honest and transparent with a few trusted relationships.
3. Attend a Freedom Small Group this Fall.
4. Lead or co-lead a Small Group.
- Check out Small Group Leader Training in May for the Summer Semester.
5. Identify others who have the potential to be Small Group Leaders or Co-Leaders and encourage them to take their next step towards leadership.
DISCOVER PURPOSE
- Learn the value of being connected and committed to a local church community.
- Discover how your unique gifts and passions are a part of God’s design to reach the world.
- Find your place serving others on the Dream Team.
2. Continue to grow and find new ministry expressions that use your gifts and talents to advance God’s Kingdom.
- Consider enrolling in Highlands College or Highlands College Evening
MAKE A DIFFERENCE
1. Serve consistently on the Dream Team.
2. Give generously of your time, talents, and resources.
3. Regularly share your faith and your testimony.
- We’d also love for you to share your story with us!
4. Invite others to attend church with you, and encourage them with their next steps.
