
Rooted: Growing Deeper – Rooted & Ready: Rhythmic Devotion
July 27, 2025
Description:
In this message, we are introduced to Rooted and the 7 spiritual rhythms found within scripture, with the first being about devotion.
Small Group Study Guide
Ice Breaker Questions
- Who and/or what are you most “devoted” to?
- Share 2-3 rhythms, routines, or habits you do each day.
- Is change difficult for you? How so? (Why or why not)
Read Together
Read each passage aloud together, then discuss:
- Acts 2:42-47 – Learn and practice from the early Church.
- Colossians 2:6-7 – Walk in the Lord.
- Psalm 23 – Slow yourself, lay down, be still, and listen.
- Jeremiah 17:7-8 – Place your confidence and trust in the Lord.
Discussion Questions
- What part of this week’s message stood out to you or convicted you personally?
- Read Acts 2:42-47. What does “devotion” look like or mean to you? How does it show up in everyday life?
- Ever heard the phrase, “you reap what you sow?” How is “rhythmic devotion” like gardening for the soul? What sort of fruit or results can come from this sort of “cultivation” found in Acts 2:42-47?
- People evidently found this new way of living really impactful and attractive! Is this still relevant today? (Discuss)
- Read Colossians 2:6-7. What does it look like to be “rooted and built up in Christ” as it pertains to the health of our faith?
- Read Psalm 23. Do you relate with David in any way? (Write a verse or a section of passages down to reflect on, then share with your group.)
- Read Jeremiah 17:7-8. Have you ever experienced broken trust or confidence before? How did that impact you? Are you willing to give God your trust and confidence – even in difficult times when there’s “heat and drought?” (Write down one thing to entrust Him with and offer it to Him fully each new day prayerfully. Ask God to give you someone trustworthy to journey with you through this).
- Read John 7:37-39. Jesus on the last and greatest day of the festival said that those who believe in Him will have “rivers of living water flowing from within them” in the form of the Holy Spirit. As you consider rooting yourself, hydrating yourself, daily with Jesus – how could this impact your life and those around you?
- What is your next step of faith? What will you decide to change or do next? What will you commit to and devote yourself to try doing that leads you closer to Jesus? (Write it down, set a daily reminder, and share with those you entrust in your group to help you.)
Action Steps
- Identify unhealthy habits & influences: Your life is precious and has great value! Remove any harmful things that are at work to distract or destroy your attempts to live closer with God. Don’t let the enemy have a foothold on your ability to even make important decisions that may dramatically change your life for the better of you and those around you.
- Detox: Take a break from social media, substances, and all other habits for 48 hours. Retreat with the Lord in His Creation and practice Psalm 23. Replace the time with reading Scripture, worship, or silence—and observe the impact this has been causing.
- Start small: Set some achievable, small, and clear goals. Even easy or simple decisions can seem monumental at first. Allow yourself some grace, but try and try again! Find someone to take this next step with, you may find that it’s not only more likely to take place, but also more fun to do together.
- Dream BIG: Ask God to perform wonders and miracles for you! Don’t settle for less alone, as you might take one step forward and two steps backwards. Have a desired destination for yourself, but keep the first few steps in clear view. Let God intercede for you and blow your expectations away as you commit to devoting yourself to Him more each day.
- Be intentional: The only thing that stands between you and another person, thing, goal, or task is “intentionality.” Time and energy are a constant daily battle, so give it your first real “yes” and do what you can with your intentionality. God at your side will certainly help to provide you with what you need!
- Celebrate it: After embracing this next step and doing it regularly, take a moment to reflect and celebrate what’s taking place! See the fruit of your commitment and ask God to help you be overflowed so it can go beyond yourself to impact those around you. Delight and cherish the people who God has placed you with every step of the way.
Closing Prayer
Father in Heaven,
Thank you for showing us your commitment and devotion to rescuing us from our sin through your Son Jesus. Help us see and experience your love fully each day. Fill us up Lord as we root ourselves in you. May your Spirit flow through us to those around us. As we say “yes” to you and the next step you’re calling each of us to right now – help us respond and take action towards living closer with you.
We love you Lord!
In Jesus’ name,
Amen.