Session 2 | Don’t Settle for Crumbs and Rumors

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Watch the training session video below. Make notes as you follow what Lisa says. The workbook notes below correspond with the video session.

*Runtime: 21min49sec

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Highlights themes for Lesson 2 is found in chapter 2 from the reading book.

While you can complete the course without reading the book, we recommend reading Without Rival as part of your course experience. The video sessions will parallel and amplify major themes from the book. If you don’t have the reading book, you can skip this step.

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DON’T SETTLE FOR CRUMBS AND RUMORS

We are surrounded by opportunities to learn and grow in the Lord—and that’s a good thing. But there is no replacement for the presence of God. In that place, we are transformed into who He created us to be. When we encounter Him and experience a fresh revelation of His love, we will be equipped to live powerful, bold lives without rival.

Let’s spend some time reflecting and journaling about the relationship between the character of God, the presence of God, and our Kingdom purpose.

WHO IS LIKE ME?

Many times in Scripture, God asks the question “Who is like Me?” The answer is no one! No god or person can compare to Him. He is completely and perfectly without rival!

Here are some Scripture verses that express the unique character of God:

“And one called to another and said: “Holy, holy, holy is the Lord of hosts; the whole earth is full of His glory!”—Isaiah 6:3 ESV

“But God, being rich in mercy, because of the great love with which He loved us, even when we were dead in our trespasses, made us alive together with Christ—by grace you have been saved.”—Ephesians 2:4–5 ESV

“Anyone who does not love does not know God, because God is love.”—1 John 4:8 ESV

“Trust in Him at all times, O people; pour out your heart before Him; God is a refuge for us.”—Psalm 62:8 ESV

After reading these verses, list four of the aspects of God’s character or identity that stand out to you.

God is _______________________________________________________

What does it mean that God has no rival? Why is it so important that God has no rival?

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What portion of the I AM do you need to embrace?

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HIS PRESENCE, OUR IDENTITY

What are some of the “crumbs and rumors” we settle for instead of the transforming presence of God?

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How does knowing God differ than knowing about God?

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How does knowing who God is affect our identity?

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Let’s go a step further. How does knowing our identity influence our purpose and actions?

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You were intentionally designed for a purpose! Let’s keep exploring and learning together in the next session.

DECLARE GOD’S WORD OVER YOUR LIFE

God’s word is without rival—containing inherent power that is activated and released by faith. Boldly declaring God’s truth over yourself will impart strength within you and will shape your future. Each day, as you speak these words and Scriptures over your life, you’ll be empowered to live a life without rival.

I am uniquely and wonderfully created in God’s image.

For we are His workmanship [His own master work, a work of art], created in Christ Jesus [reborn from above—spiritually transformed, renewed, ready to be used] for good works, which God prepared [for us] beforehand [taking paths which He set], so that we would walk in them [living the good life which He prearranged and made ready for us]. (Ephesians 2:10 AMPC)

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Use it as a reminder to declare God’s word over your life, every day!