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MESSAGE: Peace Date: 7/26/2026
SERIES: Fruit of The Spirit
COMMUNICATOR: Pastor Kevin Geer
CHECK-IN & SHARE WINS: What was one highlight from your week? Where have you seen Jesus at work—in your life or in the world around you? Celebrating wins helps propel God’s mission forward and inspire others to join in.
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THINK, DISCUSS, LIVE: These questions are great for personal reflection, group discussion, or both. They’re meant to help you grow in your faith, deepen your connection with your Jesus friends, and live it out in the world around you.
Which of these words best describes what you experience most often: stress, worry, or anxiety? Why did you choose that word? What physical, emotional, or mental signs tell you that you’re feeling stressed, worried, or anxious?
Read John 14:27 When you hear the word “peace,” what comes to mind? How is God’s peace different from simply having an easy or problem-free life?
Discuss the things or areas where people often look for peace. How are these things a counterfeit to the peace Jesus offers, and why do they ultimately fail to truly satisfy?
Read Philippians 4:4 Discuss some practical ways you can choose to rejoice, even in the middle of difficult circumstances. Share one specific situation where choosing joy could change the way you respond this week.
Read James 1:19. Think about a recent stressful situation. Did you react with fear, or did you respond by trusting God? What could you do differently next time?
Philippians 4:6-7 says to pray about everything instead of worrying. What is one worry you need to hand over to God this week? What is the result when you pray about something instead of worrying about it?
Make a list of the kinds of things that fill your mind each day? Do the thoughts on your list bring you closer to God’s peace or make you more anxious?
Read Philippians 4:8. Which one on Paul’s list do you need to be more intentional thinking about? Discuss your answer.
Read Philippians 4:9. This week, what is one practical step you can take to live in God’s peace instead of letting fear or anxiety control you? How can your group help you take that step?
PRAYER OPTIONS: Practice praying out loud to grow your faith—even if it feels uncomfortable. Try it with people you trust and feel safe with.
Share one thing you are thankful for (a praise) and one thing you need prayer for (a request). Then pray together for each other’s requests.
Prayer Partnership: What’s on your heart that we can partner with you and bring it to the Lord?
Read and put into practice James 5:13-16. Pray for the sick, praise Him for everything, confess your sins, pray for physical, spiritual and emotional healing.
Praise Sentences: Short prayers thanking God, then pray for shared needs.
Prayer Clusters: Groups of 2–3, share requests, pray together, and encourage each other during the week.
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CHECK OUT THE CANVAS BIBLE READING PLAN
Read through the New Testament until the end of the year – 5 days a week, Find it on the Canvas Church app (“Bible Reading Plan”). Listening option available.
Read it. Think about it. Live it out.
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CANVAS + Looking for some great content to help you grow in your faith?
Check out Canvas Plus, a totally FREE content streaming platform found exclusively on the Canvas App.
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WHAT IS THE LORD UP TO?
Take a moment to quietly reflect on these questions, then share what God is teaching you.
Experiencing the Father: Where have you recently seen or felt the Father’s love in your life? Recently, I’ve experienced the Father’s love and kindness toward me through…
Following Jesus: Where is Jesus shaping your character or inviting you to trust Him more right now? Right now Jesus is growing me, gently inviting me to become more like Him in…
Walking in the Spirit: What has the Holy Spirit recently revealed to you through Scripture? During my time in the Word, the Holy Spirit revealed this to me…
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WHAT SERVE TEAM ARE YOU ON?
One of the best ways to get connected, meet new people, and grow in your faith is to serve others. There are many ministry areas to choose from—or help create a new serving opportunity. To explore the possibilities go to canvas.church/serve If you’re already serving on a team and looking for a new challenge, connect with your ministry team lead to explore your next step.