IMPACT Recap

Preparing For Holy Week

March 29, 2021 · 1:06:29

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Recap

Pastor Travis Hearn welcomed the church on Palm Sunday, marking the start of Holy Week—the sacred period leading up to Easter that commemorates Jesus's triumphal entry, crucifixion, and resurrection. He explained that 'Hosanna' means 'God saves us,' highlighting Jesus as our rescuer, and urged the congregation to make this week different by intentionally preparing their hearts. The sermon centered on three practical ways to engage with Holy Week: first, by actively inviting others to Easter services, embracing the Great Commission to make disciples. Second, by examining and prioritizing our giving as an act of love and investment in God's eternal kingdom, reflecting the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus. Third, by committing to spiritual growth through reading Scripture, reflection, recitation, and repentance. Pastor Travis emphasized that baptism and communion are powerful symbols of our faith and Christ's sacrifice, inviting those present to participate in the upcoming Good Friday baptisms. He closed with a prayer for salvation, rededication, and for the week to be a time of meaningful spiritual renewal and outreach.

Main Points

  • Go and Invite: Actively participate in the Great Commission by inviting others to church, especially for Easter, to help them discover Jesus.
  • Give and Invest: Examine your generosity toward God's kingdom as a reflection of love and a wise eternal investment, mirroring God's sacrificial gift.
  • Grow and Ignite: Dedicate this sacred week to spiritual growth through reading God's Word, reflection, recitation, and repentance.

Verses Mentioned

  • Matthew 28:19-20 - "Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age." (NIV)
  • Mark 16:15 - "He said to them, 'Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation.'" (NIV)
  • John 3:16 - "For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life." (NIV)
  • Romans 5:8 - "But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us." (NIV)
  • 1 Timothy 6:17-19 - "Command those who are rich in this present world not to be arrogant nor to put their hope in wealth, which is so uncertain, but to put their hope in God, who richly provides us with everything for our enjoyment. Command them to do good, to be rich in good deeds, and to be generous and willing to share. In this way they will lay up treasure for themselves as a firm foundation for the coming age, so that they may take hold of the life that is truly life." (NIV)
  • Matthew 6:19-21 - "Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moths and vermin destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moths and vermin do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also." (NIV)
  • 2 Timothy 3:16-17 - "All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work." (NIV)
  • Joshua 1:8 - "Keep this Book of the Law always on your lips; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. Then you will be prosperous and successful." (NIV)
  • Philippians 4:13 - "I can do all this through him who gives me strength." (NIV)
  • Psalm 119:11 - "I have hidden your word in my heart that I might not sin against you." (NIV)
  • 2 Chronicles 7:14 - "if my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land." (NIV)

Daily Action Plan

Monday

Scripture Reflection: Matthew 28:19-20 (NIV) - 'Therefore go and make disciples of all nations...'

Focus Point: Embracing the call to invite and disciple.

Action Plan: Prayerfully identify one person to invite to Easter service and reach out to them today.

Deep Prayer: Lord, give me courage and love to share the hope of Easter with someone who needs it.

Tuesday

Scripture Reflection: 1 Timothy 6:18-19 (NIV) - 'Command them to do good, to be rich in good deeds, and to be generous...'

Focus Point: Evaluating our generosity as an act of worship.

Action Plan: Review your giving over the past month and prayerfully commit to a specific, generous act toward God's kingdom this week.

Deep Prayer: God, show me how to invest in what lasts forever and to give joyfully as you have given to me.

Wednesday

Scripture Reflection: Matthew 6:20-21 (NIV) - 'But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven...'

Focus Point: Setting our hearts on eternal priorities.

Action Plan: Spend 15 minutes reading in the Gospel of Matthew (start at chapter 1) and write down one truth about Jesus.

Deep Prayer: Father, redirect my heart from temporary things to the eternal treasure found in you.

Thursday

Scripture Reflection: Joshua 1:8 (NIV) - 'Keep this Book of the Law always on your lips; meditate on it day and night...'

Focus Point: Meditating on God's Word for guidance and success.

Action Plan: Choose one verse from your reading this week (e.g., Philippians 4:13) and recite it aloud several times throughout the day.

Deep Prayer: Holy Spirit, help me to internalize your Word and let it shape my thoughts and actions today.

Friday

Scripture Reflection: 2 Chronicles 7:14 (NIV) - 'if my people... will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways...'

Focus Point: Humbling ourselves in repentance and remembrance.

Action Plan: In a quiet moment, examine your heart, confess any sin to God, and make a concrete plan to turn from it. If possible, attend a Good Friday service.

Deep Prayer: Jesus, thank you for your sacrifice. I repent of my sins and turn to you. Cleanse my heart as I remember your cross.

Saturday

Scripture Reflection: Psalm 119:11 (NIV) - 'I have hidden your word in my heart that I might not sin against you.'

Focus Point: Preparing our hearts for Resurrection Celebration.

Action Plan: Review the main points of the week. Prepare your heart and home for tomorrow, perhaps by praying for those you've invited.

Deep Prayer: God, ignite my spirit with anticipation for Easter. May tomorrow be a day of salvation and great joy for many.

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