Church at the Shores
January 26, 2025
In a world filled with noise, how do you hear the voice that matters most? Let’s discover it together.
Locations & Times
Church at the Shores
541 Cotton Creek Dr, Gulf Shores, AL 36542, USA
Sunday 10:15 AM
Sunday 11:58 AM
“Hearing God: Recognizing His Voice in a Noisy World.”
How do you hear the voice that matters most in a world filled with noise? Let’s discover it together.
How do you hear the voice that matters most in a world filled with noise? Let’s discover it together.
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Welcome to Church at the Shores! We would love to know you are here with us today or online. Take a moment to fill out our connect card, and we can answer any questions or direct you to the next steps in growing your faith.
https://churchattheshores.breezechms.com/form/a85922The better you know God. The better you hear God.
WHAT DOES THE HOLY SPIRIT DO ACCORDING TO JESUS
The Holy Spirit Guides Us Into Truth
The Holy Spirit Speaks About the Future
The Holy Spirit Glorifies Jesus
The Holy Spirit Guides Us Into Truth
The Holy Spirit Speaks About the Future
The Holy Spirit Glorifies Jesus
4 VOICES THAT COMPETE FOR OUR ATTENTION
The First Voice: The Voice of Our Flesh
The Second Voice: The Voice of the Enemy
The Third Voice: The Voice of the World
The Fourth Voice: The Voice of Our Circumstances
FOUR COMMON PROMPTINGS FROM THE HOLY SPIRIT
1. When You are Drawn Into the Word - It’s Not Odd, It’s God.
2. When You are Led to Pray - It’s Not Odd, It’s God.
3. When You are Moved to Love Like Jesus - It’s Not Odd, It’s God.
4. When You are Stirred to Repent - It’s Not Odd, It’s God.
1. When You are Drawn Into the Word - It’s Not Odd, It’s God.
2. When You are Led to Pray - It’s Not Odd, It’s God.
3. When You are Moved to Love Like Jesus - It’s Not Odd, It’s God.
4. When You are Stirred to Repent - It’s Not Odd, It’s God.
A.W. Tozer
The Spirit-filled life is not a special, deluxe edition of Christianity. It is part and parcel of the total plan of God for His people.
The Spirit-filled life is not a special, deluxe edition of Christianity. It is part and parcel of the total plan of God for His people.
HOW TO BE FILLED BY THE SPIRIT
Remove the Barriers
Request the Filling
Remove the Barriers
Request the Filling
SMALL GROUP GUIDE
Icebreaker Question
If you could hear the voice of anyone (past or present) for guidance on one decision, who would it be and why?
Icebreaker Question
If you could hear the voice of anyone (past or present) for guidance on one decision, who would it be and why?
Four Discussion Questions
Connecting to the Message
Jesus says, “My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me” (John 10:27). How would you describe what it means to "listen to His voice" in your life? Have you ever experienced a moment when you felt God was speaking to you? Share your story.
Scriptures and the Spirit
We discussed that the Holy Spirit speaks through Scripture. Have you ever had a Bible verse or passage "come alive" in a situation? What was it, and how did it guide you?
Recognizing the Holy Spirit's Promptings
The message outlined four ways the Holy Spirit speaks: drawing you to Scripture, leading you to prayer, moving you to love like Jesus, and stirring you to repent. Which of these resonates most with your experiences? Why do you think that is?
Barriers and the Flow of the Spirit
We talked about how small barriers, like the dishwasher story, can block the flow of the Spirit in our lives. What barriers do you think commonly block people from hearing the Spirit clearly? What might God be asking you to remove?
Application: Creating Space for the Spirit
Psalm 46:10 says, “Be still, and know that I am God.” How can you create more stillness in your life this week to hear from the Holy Spirit? What practical steps can you take to tune out competing voices and listen to His promptings?
Connecting to the Message
Jesus says, “My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me” (John 10:27). How would you describe what it means to "listen to His voice" in your life? Have you ever experienced a moment when you felt God was speaking to you? Share your story.
Scriptures and the Spirit
We discussed that the Holy Spirit speaks through Scripture. Have you ever had a Bible verse or passage "come alive" in a situation? What was it, and how did it guide you?
Recognizing the Holy Spirit's Promptings
The message outlined four ways the Holy Spirit speaks: drawing you to Scripture, leading you to prayer, moving you to love like Jesus, and stirring you to repent. Which of these resonates most with your experiences? Why do you think that is?
Barriers and the Flow of the Spirit
We talked about how small barriers, like the dishwasher story, can block the flow of the Spirit in our lives. What barriers do you think commonly block people from hearing the Spirit clearly? What might God be asking you to remove?
Application: Creating Space for the Spirit
Psalm 46:10 says, “Be still, and know that I am God.” How can you create more stillness in your life this week to hear from the Holy Spirit? What practical steps can you take to tune out competing voices and listen to His promptings?
E.S.P.N. for the Group Leader to Remember:
Encouragement
Leadership is 51% encouragement. Don’t underestimate the power of a kind word or a thoughtful affirmation. Look for opportunities to call out the good in each person and remind them of God’s work in their life. Encouragement builds trust and fosters connection in your group.
Scripture
Make space to read Scripture out loud together. God’s Word is living and active, and hearing it read aloud can open hearts and minds to His truth in a powerful way. Even a short passage can spark meaningful conversation and reflection.
Prayer
Create intentional moments for your group to pray together. Whether it’s a simple prayer for the week or interceding for specific needs, prayer connects us to Jesus—and Jesus transforms lives.
Next Step
Always point your group toward one clear, actionable next step before you end. It could be as simple as spending five minutes in stillness this week, reading a specific Scripture, or reaching out to someone in love. A clear next step helps people take what they’ve learned and put it into practice.
Encouragement
Leadership is 51% encouragement. Don’t underestimate the power of a kind word or a thoughtful affirmation. Look for opportunities to call out the good in each person and remind them of God’s work in their life. Encouragement builds trust and fosters connection in your group.
Scripture
Make space to read Scripture out loud together. God’s Word is living and active, and hearing it read aloud can open hearts and minds to His truth in a powerful way. Even a short passage can spark meaningful conversation and reflection.
Prayer
Create intentional moments for your group to pray together. Whether it’s a simple prayer for the week or interceding for specific needs, prayer connects us to Jesus—and Jesus transforms lives.
Next Step
Always point your group toward one clear, actionable next step before you end. It could be as simple as spending five minutes in stillness this week, reading a specific Scripture, or reaching out to someone in love. A clear next step helps people take what they’ve learned and put it into practice.
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Worship + Healing Night
TONIGHT, January 26th 6:00 pm
You are invited to gather for a night of worship and healing as we end our 21 Days of Prayer and Fasting. All the information you need is below:
+ When: 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm (Doors Open at 5:30 pm)
+ Where: Worship Center
+ Kids & Students will join us.
+ Nursery and PreK provided by our Kids at the Shores team.
You are invited to gather for a night of worship and healing as we end our 21 Days of Prayer and Fasting. All the information you need is below:
+ When: 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm (Doors Open at 5:30 pm)
+ Where: Worship Center
+ Kids & Students will join us.
+ Nursery and PreK provided by our Kids at the Shores team.
Night to Shine
February 7th 6-9 pm
Night to Shine is an unforgettable prom night experience, centered on God’s love, for people with special needs, ages 14 and older. Join us for a night full of fun as we dance the night away, sing karaoke at the top of our lungs, and crown our honored guests princes and princesses of the night.
Night to Shine is an unforgettable prom night experience, centered on God’s love, for people with special needs, ages 14 and older. Join us for a night full of fun as we dance the night away, sing karaoke at the top of our lungs, and crown our honored guests princes and princesses of the night.