Fearless - Part 3: A World in Crisis
MICRO CHURCH GUIDE
April 19, 2026
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
New to OneLife?
Not quite ready to take a next step, but curious about who we are, what we believe, and what this church is all about? Our Get to Know OneLife Lunch is for you. This is a relaxed, no-pressure space where you can meet some friendly faces, hear the heart behind OneLife—our mission, vision, and values—and learn how this community can make a real difference in your life and your walk with Jesus. No strings attached. Just come, ask questions, and enjoy lunch—it’s on us! Join us April 19th at 12:15 in the meeting room at both campuses. To sign up, simply write “lunch” on your connection card.
Spots for Student Life Camp are almost gone—don’t wait to lock yours in!
OneLife Students is heading to Student Life Camp at Lee University, June 1st–5th, and this is an incredible opportunity for your student to grow closer to God, build stronger friendships in their small group, and create lasting memories with their leaders. The total cost is $379, with a $75 non-refundable deposit due at registration (applied toward the total). All remaining balances must be paid by May 8th, 2026. If your student is planning to go, now is the time to act—once spots are filled, registration will close. Sign up today at onelifeknox.com/camp.
Stay Connected Through the OneLife App
From watching services, to Micro Church discussion guides, to online giving, family resources and more - the OneLife app has everything you need to stay connected with our church. The app is also available on Apple TV and Roku so you can watch services on your TV at home! Download the mobile version of the app on your phone by going to onelifeknox.com/app on your phone’s web browser. And on Apple TV and Roku simply search the app store for “OneLife” and look for our logo.
Baptism
If you’ve given your life to Jesus but haven’t gone public with your story through baptism then it’s time to take that step! Mark the baptism box on your Connection Card and we’ll help you get started.
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GIVE BACK
Give Jesus your best! Make a one-time tithe or offering or to set up a recurring tithe or offering: Click Here To Give Online.
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START TALKING:
When have you been in the midst of chaos or uncertainty, but when a certain person walked in the room or situation you knew it was going to be ok? Who was that person and why did you know they would now have it under control?
START THINKING:
Read Matthew 24:1-8.
Is Jesus really saying that wars and rumors of wars are a sign of his imminent return? (Hint: look at the end of verse 6 and beginning of verse 8) Why do you think this is so often misunderstood?
Read Matthew 24:9-14.
What will reveal who truly follows Jesus? (There are several examples given by showing what reveals who hasn't truly followed Jesus)
In verse 14, we see the only true predictor of Christ's imminent return. What is it? And what promises do we see in this verse? (Hint: look for the word "will")
START SHARING:
Jesus gives a command in this passage: don't panic. Read Colossians 3:2, Romans 12:2, 2 Corinthians 10:5, and Isaiah 55:8-9. How can these verses help us to make the choice to not panic but instead to replace fear with hope - a confident expectation? How have you seen yourself grow in this way as your faith has grown? What are examples of when you were able to choose faith over fear? What other verses come to mind that help you when fear arises?
Read 2 Timothy 4:3-4 and Matthew 7:15-20.
How do these verses align with what Jesus tells us will take place as these last days unfold? How is this not "enduring" (i.e. standing firm under pressure, staying when running would be easier)? When have you had to run away from false teaching or endure sound teaching even when it wasn't easy?
Regardless of the calamity and chaos of the world, the Good News will be preached! When have you seen the Gospel advance despite the chaos of the world? What have you embraced (or should you embrace) is your role to spread the Good News no matter what chaos unfolds in the world around us?
START DOING:
What can we all do to endure no matter what happens to the world around us?
Read 2 Timothy 2:15.
What must each of us do to be prepared to stand firm when running might be easier? What will you do this week and what habits are important to establish?
What will you do this week to fulfill Matthew 24:14? Who can you share your testimony/story with? Who is your "one"?
START PRAYING:
Pray for each person in the micro church to endure to the end, trusting that Jesus is bigger, greater, and stronger than anything the world may throw our way. Pray that we will live firmly in the truth that He is in control, even when fear seems to be winning. Pray that each person would have such a confident expectation (i.e. hope) that it would naturally flow out in the love we show others around us, especially our "ones".
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CONNECTION CARDS
Be sure to fill out the online Connection Card to let us know next steps, prayer requests, or other information you'd like to share, click here.
_____________________
MULTIPLICATION
Share spiritual/missional conversations you've had where you live, work, and play:
- Who did you have a conversation with that took a spiritual/missional turn this week?
- What questions did you ask to discover where God is at work in their life, even if they are not aware?
- How were you able to share your story of life change or how you have experienced Jesus?
- How can you be intentional this week with people where you live, work, and play to have spiritual/missional conversations if the opportunity arises?
- Who in your life do you think could be disciple-able or open to spiritual/missional conversations?
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WHAT'S NEXT?
- Discuss the next step for your micro church. When will we gather again, and which purpose will it fulfill (missions, fellowship/care, growth, worship, multiplication)?/giveback/giveback
- Discuss the next step for your micro church. When will we gather again, and which purpose will it fulfill (missions, fellowship/care, growth, worship, multiplication)?
April 19, 2026
YouVersion
Sermon Page
Podcast Audio
_____________________
ANNOUNCEMENTS
New to OneLife?
Not quite ready to take a next step, but curious about who we are, what we believe, and what this church is all about? Our Get to Know OneLife Lunch is for you. This is a relaxed, no-pressure space where you can meet some friendly faces, hear the heart behind OneLife—our mission, vision, and values—and learn how this community can make a real difference in your life and your walk with Jesus. No strings attached. Just come, ask questions, and enjoy lunch—it’s on us! Join us April 19th at 12:15 in the meeting room at both campuses. To sign up, simply write “lunch” on your connection card.
Spots for Student Life Camp are almost gone—don’t wait to lock yours in!
OneLife Students is heading to Student Life Camp at Lee University, June 1st–5th, and this is an incredible opportunity for your student to grow closer to God, build stronger friendships in their small group, and create lasting memories with their leaders. The total cost is $379, with a $75 non-refundable deposit due at registration (applied toward the total). All remaining balances must be paid by May 8th, 2026. If your student is planning to go, now is the time to act—once spots are filled, registration will close. Sign up today at onelifeknox.com/camp.
Stay Connected Through the OneLife App
From watching services, to Micro Church discussion guides, to online giving, family resources and more - the OneLife app has everything you need to stay connected with our church. The app is also available on Apple TV and Roku so you can watch services on your TV at home! Download the mobile version of the app on your phone by going to onelifeknox.com/app on your phone’s web browser. And on Apple TV and Roku simply search the app store for “OneLife” and look for our logo.
Baptism
If you’ve given your life to Jesus but haven’t gone public with your story through baptism then it’s time to take that step! Mark the baptism box on your Connection Card and we’ll help you get started.
_____________________
GIVE BACK
Give Jesus your best! Make a one-time tithe or offering or to set up a recurring tithe or offering: Click Here To Give Online.
_____________________
Remember: Living fearless isn't the absence of fear but living free from fear's control.
Bottom Line: Knowing who is in control replaces fear with hope.
Bottom Line: Knowing who is in control replaces fear with hope.
Matthew 24:6-7 NLT
And you will hear of wars and threats of wars, but don’t panic. Yes, these things must take place, but the end won’t follow immediately. Nation will go to war against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. There will be famines and earthquakes in many parts of the world.
1. Don't panic - chaos does not mean God has lost control.
Matthew 24:8 NLT
But all this is only the first of the birth pains, with more to come.
2. Trouble is not the end but the beginning.
Matthew 24:9-12 NLT
“Then you will be arrested, persecuted, and killed. You will be hated all over the world because you are my followers. And many will turn away from me and betray and hate each other. And many false prophets will appear and will deceive many people. Sin will be rampant everywhere, and the love of many will grow cold.
3. Fear and lies spread when love grows cold.
Matthew 24:13 NLT
But the one who endures to the end will be saved.
4. The call is not to escape but to endure.
Matthew 24:14 NLT
And the Good News about the Kingdom will be preached throughout the whole world, so that all nations will hear it; and then the end will come.
5. Nothing stops the Gospel.
Knowing who is in control replaces fear with hope.
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START TALKING:
When have you been in the midst of chaos or uncertainty, but when a certain person walked in the room or situation you knew it was going to be ok? Who was that person and why did you know they would now have it under control?
START THINKING:
Read Matthew 24:1-8.
Is Jesus really saying that wars and rumors of wars are a sign of his imminent return? (Hint: look at the end of verse 6 and beginning of verse 8) Why do you think this is so often misunderstood?
Read Matthew 24:9-14.
What will reveal who truly follows Jesus? (There are several examples given by showing what reveals who hasn't truly followed Jesus)
In verse 14, we see the only true predictor of Christ's imminent return. What is it? And what promises do we see in this verse? (Hint: look for the word "will")
START SHARING:
Jesus gives a command in this passage: don't panic. Read Colossians 3:2, Romans 12:2, 2 Corinthians 10:5, and Isaiah 55:8-9. How can these verses help us to make the choice to not panic but instead to replace fear with hope - a confident expectation? How have you seen yourself grow in this way as your faith has grown? What are examples of when you were able to choose faith over fear? What other verses come to mind that help you when fear arises?
Read 2 Timothy 4:3-4 and Matthew 7:15-20.
How do these verses align with what Jesus tells us will take place as these last days unfold? How is this not "enduring" (i.e. standing firm under pressure, staying when running would be easier)? When have you had to run away from false teaching or endure sound teaching even when it wasn't easy?
Regardless of the calamity and chaos of the world, the Good News will be preached! When have you seen the Gospel advance despite the chaos of the world? What have you embraced (or should you embrace) is your role to spread the Good News no matter what chaos unfolds in the world around us?
START DOING:
What can we all do to endure no matter what happens to the world around us?
Read 2 Timothy 2:15.
What must each of us do to be prepared to stand firm when running might be easier? What will you do this week and what habits are important to establish?
What will you do this week to fulfill Matthew 24:14? Who can you share your testimony/story with? Who is your "one"?
START PRAYING:
Pray for each person in the micro church to endure to the end, trusting that Jesus is bigger, greater, and stronger than anything the world may throw our way. Pray that we will live firmly in the truth that He is in control, even when fear seems to be winning. Pray that each person would have such a confident expectation (i.e. hope) that it would naturally flow out in the love we show others around us, especially our "ones".
_______________________________
CONNECTION CARDS
Be sure to fill out the online Connection Card to let us know next steps, prayer requests, or other information you'd like to share, click here.
_____________________
MULTIPLICATION
Share spiritual/missional conversations you've had where you live, work, and play:
- Who did you have a conversation with that took a spiritual/missional turn this week?
- What questions did you ask to discover where God is at work in their life, even if they are not aware?
- How were you able to share your story of life change or how you have experienced Jesus?
- How can you be intentional this week with people where you live, work, and play to have spiritual/missional conversations if the opportunity arises?
- Who in your life do you think could be disciple-able or open to spiritual/missional conversations?
_____________________
WHAT'S NEXT?
- Discuss the next step for your micro church. When will we gather again, and which purpose will it fulfill (missions, fellowship/care, growth, worship, multiplication)?/giveback/giveback
- Discuss the next step for your micro church. When will we gather again, and which purpose will it fulfill (missions, fellowship/care, growth, worship, multiplication)?
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