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FEBRUARY 1, 2026 SERMON SUMMARY

LEADING FROM BROKEN PLACES

We often imagine great leaders as strong, confident, and put together, qualities we rarely see in ourselves. Seasons of brokenness can make us question our calling and believe our failures disqualify us from God’s favor. Peter knew this well. After denying Jesus three times, he returned to fishing, convinced his leadership was over. Yet Jesus met him not with accusation, but with a restoring question: “Do you love Me?” (John 21). Peter’s story reminds us that God meets us in brokenness, restores what was lost, and rebuilds us to lead for His glory.

BROKENNESS SHAPES HOW WE SERVE

God does not make mistakes in where He assigns us. Peter denied Jesus in Jerusalem, yet he was called to shepherd God’s people there, reminding us that the place of our failure is often the place of our refinement. Brokenness teaches us to serve with the right motives, recognizing that serving God is a privilege, not a burden, and that joyless service reveals misplaced priorities (Psalm 100:2; Deuteronomy 28:47–48). As ego is stripped away, gratitude takes its place. Ultimately, broken leaders learn to live for God’s approval rather than people’s applause, trusting that their true reward comes from the Lord alone (2 Timothy 4:8).

BROKENNESS SHAPES HOW WE FIGHT

Ministry is not only spiritual work; it is spiritual warfare. Brokenness teaches leaders to walk humbly, especially when influence increases, because pride leaves us vulnerable (v.6; Micah 6:8). Leadership also brings weight and anxiety, but prayer reminds us to cast our cares on God rather than carry what was never ours to bear (v.7; Colossians 4:12–13). Brokenness sharpens our vigilance when the enemy resists us, reminding us our battle is not against people but spiritual forces (vv.8–9; Ephesians 6:12). Even suffering is purposeful, as God uses it to equip us to comfort others (2 Corinthians 1:3–4).

BROKENNESS POSITIONS US FOR RESTORATION

God does not break us to abandon us but to rebuild us for His purpose. After denying Jesus, Peter was pursued, restored, strengthened, and reestablished. Though we may feel weak after failure or embarrassment, God pours His strength into our surrendered lives. God restores what He allows to be broken. He mends, confirms, strengthens, and establishes us for His glory. From brokenness, God brings eternal purpose in Christ.

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:

Where is God asking you to serve with humility rather than striving for recognition or control right now?
What pressure, conflict, or resistance are you facing that may actually be spiritual warfare—and how are you responding to it?
What broken or weary area of your life do you need to entrust to God’s promise to restore and strengthen you?

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MEMORY VERSE:

After you have suffered for a little while, the God of all grace, who called you to His eternal glory in Christ, will Himself perfect, confirm, strengthen and establish you. (1 Peter 5:10)

Weekly Prayer Points:

I. Thanksgiving

• Worship God for who He is, what He has done, and what He will do in our lives.

II. Country and the World

• Upright and moral governance of public servants; repentance and salvation for government leaders and citizens for a Christ-centered Philippines.

• For legislators to promote and support bills and laws aligned with God’s Word.

• PRAY for the protection, safety and release of kidnapped American Christian missionary, Kevin, serving in Niger (West Africa). For God to turn the hearts of the kidnappers to repentance and salvation. Peace and comfort for Kevin’s family.

• Pray for persecuted Christians in Sudan and Nigeria) — many have been beheaded and murdered; earnestly seek God’s intervention to stop the bloodshed. Pray for freedom from oppression, that God’s word and His people bring them comfort and hope.

• PRAISE God that the rest of the living Israeli hostages have been restored to their families safely! Continue to pray that the last remaining dead hostage will be returned to his family for burial.

• For Israel’s war with terrorists to end according to God’s purpose and for His glory. For Jewish people worldwide who are experiencing a surge of antisemitism. May this lead them to the Messiah, Jesus as they turn to God for help and comfort.

• For nations in turmoil (e.g., Ukraine, Iran, Venezuela, etc.) to experience true freedom in Christ and become centers for massive spiritual revivals in their regions.

III. Church

• That CCF Members would honor and love God and make disciples.

• For elders, pastors, dleaders, and families to become holy, humble, harmonious, happy, and heart-working.

• Ministries and churches expand worldwide.

IV. CCF Facilities

• Worship and Training Center

• Prayer Mountain

V. Personal Concerns

• Deeper intimate relationship with God.

• Righteous living.

• Salvation of family and friends.

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