For the week of September 14, 2026
MONDAY
Day One: The End is Near…Get Your Head Right
Truth: 1 Peter 4:7-11 says, “The end of all things is at hand; therefore be self-controlled and sober-minded for the sake of your prayers. Above all, keep loving one another earnestly, since love covers a multitude of sins. Show hospitality to one another without grumbling. As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God’s varied grace: whoever speaks, as one who speaks oracles of God; whoever serves, as one who serves by the strength that God supplies—in order that in everything God may be glorified through Jesus Christ. To him belong glory and dominion forever and ever. Amen.”
Sermon Point: The nearness of “the end of all things” – both our individual mortality and the eventual collective end – means we’re meant to live with a constant sense of urgency and clarity. Peter’s first command in light of that reality is to get our minds right: to be self‑controlled and sober‑minded, grounded in a humble fear of the Lord. Right thinking leads to right praying, and Peter insists that prayer is not optional but vital to our very existence and relationship with God. If the end is always at hand, then our lives must be marked by sincere, steady, dependent prayer.
Application: Choose one immovable time each day – morning, midday, or evening – where prayer is non‑negotiable. Treat it with life-and-death importance (in other words, it’s not an option) because Peter ties clear thinking directly to a flourishing prayer life.
Kingdom Prayer Focus:
- Praise God for His Word – that in it, we find Truth, wisdom, and clear direction for our lives.
- Pray that FM would become a praying church like never before – Holy Spirit driven and directed prayer that transforms us from the inside out.
TUESDAY
Day Two: Love Others
Truth: 1 Peter 4:7-11 says, “The end of all things is at hand; therefore be self-controlled and sober-minded for the sake of your prayers. Above all, keep loving one another earnestly, since love covers a multitude of sins. Show hospitality to one another without grumbling. As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God’s varied grace: whoever speaks, as one who speaks oracles of God; whoever serves, as one who serves by the strength that God supplies—in order that in everything God may be glorified through Jesus Christ. To him belong glory and dominion forever and ever. Amen.”
Sermon Point: Peter insists that because the end is always near, our highest priority must be to love one another earnestly – an ongoing, deliberate choice to seek another’s joy in Christ rather than our own. Such fervent love stabilizes the community of believers, preventing sin from spiraling into gossip, retaliation, and division. When we choose to forgive quickly, overlook faults, and pursue unity, love becomes the force that keeps the body of Christ whole and healthy.
Application: Choose one person each day this week and intentionally seek their joy in Christ. Reach out, encourage them, pray for them, or meet a practical need – do something that clearly places their joy above your own.
Kingdom Prayer Focus:
- Thank God for the earnest love of Christ freely poured out on us, every single day.
- Repent of the times and ways we do not love one another well because of our own self-absorption.
WEDNESDAY
Day Three: Be Hospitable and Don’t Grumble
Truth: 1 Peter 4:7-11 says, “The end of all things is at hand; therefore be self-controlled and sober-minded for the sake of your prayers. Above all, keep loving one another earnestly, since love covers a multitude of sins. Show hospitality to one another without grumbling. As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God’s varied grace: whoever speaks, as one who speaks oracles of God; whoever serves, as one who serves by the strength that God supplies—in order that in everything God may be glorified through Jesus Christ. To him belong glory and dominion forever and ever. Amen.”
Sermon Point: Peter commands believers to show generous, sacrificial hospitality – even when it’s inconvenient – because the end is near and love must take tangible form. True hospitality goes beyond polite hosting; it seeks another’s comfort and joy without slipping into resentment or grumbling, even when guests stretch our patience or invade our space. Practicing this kind of cheerful generosity reveals the humility of our hearts and prevents the sin‑spiral of annoyance, bitterness, and division from taking root in the body of Christ.
Application: Practice silent gratitude in moments of inconvenience. When someone else’s need interrupts your comfort, pause internally and thank God for the opportunity to serve Christ by serving His people. This small discipline cuts off grumbling before it even starts.
Kingdom Prayer Focus:
- Repent of how often we grumble and grow resentful because of how selfish we are.
- Pray for FM – that we would become a truly hospitable people – from Sunday mornings to every-day opportunities.
THURSDAY
Day Four: Serve Others as Stewards of Grace
Truth: 1 Peter 4:7-11 says, “The end of all things is at hand; therefore be self-controlled and sober-minded for the sake of your prayers. Above all, keep loving one another earnestly, since love covers a multitude of sins. Show hospitality to one another without grumbling. As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God’s varied grace: whoever speaks, as one who speaks oracles of God; whoever serves, as one who serves by the strength that God supplies—in order that in everything God may be glorified through Jesus Christ. To him belong glory and dominion forever and ever. Amen.”
Sermon Point: Peter reminds us that every gift we possess – whether wisdom, teaching, encouragement, service, generosity, or any other grace – is given by God and meant to be used for the good of Christ’s body. Because the end is near, we must reject the instinct to use our time, talent, and treasure for ourselves and instead steward them faithfully so that the church can flourish. When each of us serves those around us with our God‑given gifts, the whole community is strengthened, encouraged, and mobilized for mission! The church becomes what God designed it to be only when every believer embraces his or her role as a steward of His varied grace.
Application: Identify your primary gift and commit to using it. Take one concrete next step – teach, encourage, serve, give, lead, create – that directly blesses someone here at FM every single week.
Kingdom Prayer Focus:
- Repent for all the ways we use what God has given us (time, talents, and treasure) to build our own little “kingdoms.”
- Pray that FM will steward well the grace that has been given to us, personally and corporately.
FRIDAY
Day Five: Serve Your Role in the Church
Truth: 1 Peter 4:7-11 says, “The end of all things is at hand; therefore be self-controlled and sober-minded for the sake of your prayers. Above all, keep loving one another earnestly, since love covers a multitude of sins. Show hospitality to one another without grumbling. As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God’s varied grace: whoever speaks, as one who speaks oracles of God; whoever serves, as one who serves by the strength that God supplies – in order that in everything God may be glorified through Jesus Christ. To him belong glory and dominion forever and ever. Amen.”
Sermon Point: Peter teaches that whether our gift is speaking God’s truth or serving in God’s strength, everything we do must flow from His grace so that all glory goes to Him through Jesus Christ. Our diverse gifts are meant to complement one another, uniting the church in a shared mission rather than dividing it through comparison or neglect. When each believer faithfully plays their part – gathering, serving, encouraging, and worshiping – God’s design for His church becomes visible and powerful. Peter ends with a doxology because the ultimate aim of every gift, every act of service, and every moment of obedience is the eternal glory and dominion of our Triune God.
Application: Practice daily doxology. End each day with a moment of praise – acknowledging God’s glory, dominion, and reign over your life – that in everything, God may be glorified through our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Kingdom Prayer Focus:
- Praise God for the ways He uniquely gifts each one of His beloved children.
- Pray that FM will become a community that is strengthened, encouraged, and mobilized for mission as each one of us uses our gifts for God’s Glory Alone.