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What can God do through you?

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How has God used YouVersion to encourage and challenge you?

Recently, we saw people in over 89,000 cities around the world engage with more than 109 million Bible chapters—in just one day.

Think about what that means.

On any given day, millions of people are seeking God, all over the world: people in your neighborhood, in developing countries, and in places where physical Bibles might not be as readily available.

Just imagine how God is changing millions of lives, and then imagine how the world might change if that number doubled … or even tripled.

This is only the beginning.

Numbers like that are only possible because God is actively working through the YouVersion Community, and we know He’s not finished.

God is doing something—you can be a part of it.

When you contribute financially to YouVersion, you are supporting a Community that God is using to transform the world and make disciples.

Don’t miss out on this movement.

When we trust God with our money, we get to watch Him use it to do infinitely more than we could ask, think, or imagine. Let’s help build His Church by investing in His Kingdom.

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Now to him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, forever and ever. Amen.

EPHESIANS 3:20-21

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Conversation starters with God

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Not sure what to pray for?

Talking to God doesn’t always feel easy, but if we want to know God more, then we need to know how to talk humbly and honestly with Him.

Here are three things that may encourage you as you draw near to God through prayer. Pick one or two points that stand out to you, and use them to create a Prayer in YouVersion.

1. Keep it simple.

God isn’t concerned about how eloquent your words sound—He just wants to spend time with you. Some of the best conversations with God happen when you simply share what’s on your mind and then give Him the space to respond.

Try asking:

God, what should I do about … ?

God, what do You think about … ?

God, would You … ?

God, why did this … ?

Create a Prayer

2. Keep it real.

God isn’t going to get mad at you for being honest, so be authentic when you pray. Remember, nothing can separate you from God’s love. So if you’re not sure what to say, tell God that. If you’re frustrated about a situation, say so. He wants you to approach Him with confidence and boldness.

Talk to God about a concern you have right now. Try saying:

I’m struggling with…

I need help with…

I don’t understand why…

I’m frustrated because…

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3. Keep showing up.

Praying might feel awkward at first, but the more you do it, the easier it becomes. This week, continue to make prayer a habit by having at least a 5 minute conversation with God every day.

Here are some conversation starters:

I’m hoping for…

I’m thankful for…

I’m excited because…

Today, I noticed…

Create a Prayer

Looking for more ways to go deeper with God?
Try Guided Prayer when you want to pray, but you don’t know what to say.

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This is how YouVersion is serving the Church

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YouVersion and your local church. Better together.

From its very beginning, the church has been the gathering of the followers of Jesus, meeting to grow in faith, to care for one another, and to fulfill God’s purpose for their lives.

And, like so many people around the world, you may have shifted to gathering together at church online during the pandemic. But we believe that at its core, the Church isn’t a building … it’s the people.

Incredibly, last year, more than 40,000 new churches signed up for Church Online Platform, a free YouVersion product designed for any church to host their own engaging services online.

But we’re not stopping there. We’re expanding our product focus to dream about the future of church engagement, and how to better connect you—the members of the YouVersion Community—with your local church community as together you grow closer to God every day.

Today, we’re excited to tell you about something new.

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We’re excited to offer an all-new website for churches! While additional products are still in development, this new site is a hub for free resources and ideas from YouVersion, all created to partner with your church as you serve your community. If you’re as excited as we are, we invite you to share with your church leaders.

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Built by the Local Church

You may not realize it, but YouVersion was created by a local church in 2007, and remains a ministry of Life.Church to this day. We’re fully invested in the mission of the local church, and we’re driven by a passion to equip ministry leaders with free tools, resources, and training. If this sounds incredible to you, consider joining our team!

Helpful Links:
Introducing YouVersion for Churches
What you need to know about Hybrid Church
How to use YouVersion to Engage your Church

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BibleProject: New Testament: 1 Thessalonians – 2 Timothy

We want to help you to read through the Bible without getting lost or giving up. This series has a video for every New Testament book of the Bible that outlines its literary design and main ideas, showing you how it fits into the entire biblical story.

1 Thessalonians

Paul comforts the Thessalonian Christians in the midst of persecution and fear. He directs their hope to the future return of Jesus who will bring justice and make all things right.

2 Thessalonians

Paul brings more comfort to the persecuted Thessalonian Christians. He also clarifies his teaching about Jesus’ future return and challenges people whose selfish lifestyles are causing trouble in the church.

1 Timothy

Paul guides Timothy in how to restore order to the church in Ephesus. It’s been disrupted by corrupt leaders who are leading the people astray. Here Paul offers a wholistic vision of the church’s purpose and mission in the world.

2 Timothy

Paul writes his final letter from prison, asking Timothy to come visit him before he’s executed. Paul offers a personal challenge to Timothy and shows us that following Jesus requires sacrifice and risk.

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God created us for community.

Friends

Developing Godly Relationships

Love is to be sincere and active … Hate what is evil … hold on tightly to what is good. Be devoted to one another with [authentic] brotherly affection [as members of one family] …

ROMANS 12:9-10

God created us for community. We’re wired for relationships: with our friends, spouse, coworkers, or kids. God intended healthy relationships to be compassionate, sacrificial, honorable, and forgiving. Cultivating those qualities often means surrendering our expectations for our relationships and trusting Him instead.

Today, we’re sharing Videos and Bible Plans that can help you engage with the people you love, parent, or lead. Watch the Videos below, and then select one of the featured Plans to go deeper into the concepts they outline. You can complete Plans on your own, or go through them with someone using Plans with Friends.