Series Description:
During difficult times, negativity can seem like the easy choice. But it's not the best choice. Change your perspective and find some encouragement to help you “Stay Positive!”

Message Description:
Today we are reminded that God places people in our lives not just to love them—but to stand behind them and serve them with everything we’ve got.

We’ll be joined live on stage by Jonathan and Lexi, global workers with LiveGlobal, who are doing incredible Gospel work alongside national partners in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). In a special panel conversation with Pastor Sean and Diane Petrie, you’ll hear inspiring stories of what God is doing right now in places we often only hear about in the news.

You’ll discover:
- Why the MENA region matters deeply to the heart of God
- Real stories of life change, faith, and Gospel movement “Out of Egypt”
- How you can be part of this mission through prayer, giving, or even going
- What it means for Real Life to be a true sending church

This isn’t just a sit-and-listen kind of message—it’s a call to action for every follower of Jesus. Come hear how God is moving around the world and how you can be part of the story.

Purpose: Jonathan & Lexi Interview
- Get to know Jonathan and Lexi personally and spiritually
- Share what God is doing through them in the MENA region
- Invite the church to support and send them
- Challenge the church to live on mission

TALK IT OVER

1. Who’s Been “For You”?
Who is someone in your life that believed in you, supported you, or stood behind you when you needed it most? How did their support impact your life and faith?

2. Encouragement from Their Story
What stood out most to you about Jonathan and Lexi’s story and their calling to serve in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA)? How did their willingness to say “yes” to God challenge or inspire you?

3. Why the MENA Region Matters
What did you learn about the MENA region spiritually that you hadn’t considered before? Why do you think this region is close to God’s heart?

4. The Power of Partnership
Read Philippians 4:10–20 together. How did the church in Philippi model true Gospel partnership with Paul? What does it look like today for our church to be a sending and supporting church like that?

5. Living on Mission—Even Here
Even if we’re not called to go overseas, we are all called to live on mission. What could that look like in your everyday life—at school, at work, in your neighborhood?

6. God’s Call, My Response
Have you ever felt God prompting you to do something outside your comfort zone—like giving, going, or praying boldly for someone? What has helped you respond in faith?

7. Fear vs. Faith in Obedience
What are some of the common fears that keep people from stepping into God’s mission? How does trusting God as our provider (Philippians 4:19) help us move past those fears?

8. Financial Support as Worship
Paul called the Philippians’ gifts a “fragrant offering” and “acceptable sacrifice.” How can giving financially to missions be seen as an act of worship? What mindset shift does that require in us?

9. What’s My Part in the Mission?
Pastor Sean challenged us to ask, “What’s my part in this mission?” What is one specific step you can take this week toward supporting global missions through prayer, giving, or going?