2020 Built on Rock Topics
Our Theme for the Year
Our theme for 2020 is “Built on Rock.” Our theme verse is Matthew 7:24-27, which speaks about the two foundations for a house, either built on sand or built on rock. We are to be like the wise man and not the fool. Let it be that our community, as we continue to listen and heed the words of Jesus, even as we are buffeted by winds, will not collapse as “it had been set solidly on rock.” (Mt 7:25).
In 2020, we need to assure that our vision for our life and work is 20/20. This speaks about the clarity and sharpness of our vision. In 2007, some of our brethren veered away from the vision, and there was a split. “Without a vision the people lose restraint” (Prv 29:18a). This must not happen again. In all of 38 years, God has made clear to us who we are and what we are to do. We are an evangelistic and missionary community committed to become families empowered by the Holy Spirit to renew the face of the earth. We are families on mission.
Starting this year, the fullness of the vision is to be lived out. “For the vision is a witness to the appointed time, a testimony to the end; it will not disappoint.” (Hb 2:3a).
Everything of course is dependent on the strength of our foundation in Christ, “for no one can lay a foundation other than the one that is there, namely, Jesus Christ.” (1 Cor 3:11). Our very first Core Value is “Centered on Christ.” Jesus is the Rock. Our life and work are to be built on him.
Parts of a Household Topic
- GRAB – This part introduces the topic in a creative manner. It is a light and interactive question that requires just a top-of-mind answer.
- GRACE – This is the main part of the household topic. It contains the anchor text from the Bible and a text that expounds the verse and the topic. It is therefore, important to teach and encourage your members to bring their own Bibles during your household meeting.
- GATHER – This is the part where the housheold members share their realizations and learnings from the household topic. The household servant processes the sharings after all have taken their turn.
- GO FORTH – After discussing everyone’s thoughts and realizations, challenge your
members to apply their learning from the household to their lives. The Household Servant should check if they have done the challenge on the following meeting.