God Wants To Expand You Discussion Guide
Summary
Pastor Adrian delivered a vision message for 'Expansion 26,' outlining the church's growth from 300 to 3,300 people across six locations over 10 years. The expansion plan focuses on three areas: community outreach through meals and hospitality, mission support for global ministry, and facility expansion including a new 600-seat auditorium at Frankston, purchasing a building for Casey church, and improvements across all locations. The church is launching a faith goal to raise $1.7 million across all locations over 12 months, with Frankston aiming for $800,000. Pastor Adrian shared his personal pledge of $100,000 to lead by example, emphasizing that giving should be voluntary and prayerful, not pressured.
Intro Prayer
Heavenly Father, we come before You with grateful hearts for all You have done in our lives and in our church. As we gather today to discuss Your vision for expansion and growth, we ask that You would open our hearts and minds to what You want us to receive from this time together. Help us to listen not just with our ears, but with our spirits, that we might discern Your voice and Your will for our lives. Remove any distractions or preconceived notions, and help us to be receptive to the ways You want to stretch our faith and expand our impact for Your kingdom. In Jesus' name we pray, Amen.
Ice Breaker
What's one thing you're looking forward to having for lunch today, and why does that particular meal sound good to you right now?
Key Verses
Isaiah 54:1-5
John 10:10
1 Chronicles 29:3
Questions
What stood out to you most from Pastor Adrian's vision for Expansion 26? How did it make you feel?
Pastor Adrian mentioned that 'God's plans are always greater than we think.' Can you share a time when God's plans for your life exceeded your expectations?
The sermon emphasized caring about future generations. How can we as individuals ensure we're building something lasting for those who come after us?
Isaiah 54:4 says 'Fear not, you will no longer live in shame.' How has God's grace changed your life and freed you from shame?
What does it mean to you personally that Jesus came to give us 'life abundantly' rather than just survival?
Pastor Adrian shared his personal pledge as an example of leadership. How do you feel about leaders being transparent about their giving and commitments?
The message talked about expansion not just of buildings but of our personal impact. In what areas of your life do you sense God wanting to expand your influence?
How can we balance having faith for big dreams while also being wise stewards of our resources?
Life Application
This week, spend time in prayer asking God to show you one specific area where He wants to expand your life or influence. It might be in your family, workplace, friendships, or community involvement. Write down what you sense God saying and take one practical step toward that expansion, whether it's having a conversation, volunteering somewhere new, or stepping out in faith in some other way.
Key Takeaways
God's plans are always greater than we think - He wants to give us abundant life, not just survival
Expansion is about caring for future generations and building something lasting beyond ourselves
God's grace changes lives and should flow through us to impact others who need freedom from shame
True expansion happens when we surrender our lives completely to God's glory rather than building treasures for ourselves
Giving and sacrifice should be voluntary, prayerful, and done out of love for God and His kingdom, never under pressure
Ending Prayer
Lord Jesus, thank You for the vision You have given our church and for the reminder that You want to expand not just our facilities, but our hearts and our impact. As we leave this place today, help us to carry with us the truth that Your plans for us are greater than we can imagine. Give us wisdom as we pray about how You want us to be part of this expansion vision, and help us to trust You completely with our resources, our time, and our lives. May everything we do bring glory to Your name and advance Your kingdom for the generations to come. We commit ourselves afresh to You, knowing that You are faithful and that Your grace is sufficient for all You call us to do. In Jesus' mighty name we pray, Amen.