Personal Reflection

ONE THING — Personal Formation. Shared Life.

Purpose: Quiet, honest reflection that moves from personal focus to shared life.

Opening Reflection

This message invites us to slow down and resist the pressure to fix everything at once. Instead, we ask God about one thing—what He is forming in us, and how that formation is meant to be lived out with others.

Take time with these questions. Don’t rush them. Let honesty lead.

Reflection Questions

1. As this year begins, what pressure do you feel most strongly—and what would it look like to replace that pressure with focus?
2. What is the one thing you desire from God right now—not what sounds spiritual, but what is true?
3. Is there something you may be lacking spiritually—not in effort, but in surrender, trust, or margin?
4. What is one thing you sense God inviting you to let go of so you can move forward with freedom?
5. How might your personal formation be meant to bless others—not just you?

Prayer Prompt

God, help me focus on what You are forming in me—not out of pressure, but out of trust.
Teach me to walk this life with others, not alone.
Amen.

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Additional Scriptures

Isaiah 43:18–19
Hebrews 12:1–2
Matthew 6:31–33
Psalm 27:4
Mark 10:21–22
Philippians 3:12–14
Matthew 11:28–30
2 Peter 1:4
Acts 2:42–47