Sermon title:
Focus on Excellence

Matthew 5:16
In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.

1 Corinthians 15:58
Therefore, my beloved, be steadfast, immovable, always excelling in the work of the Lord, because you know that in the Lord your labor is not in vain.

Sermon Notes:
· What is worthy of praise?
· Excellence is...
o Not perfection
o The opposite of average
o Surpassing your current state

Focus verse:
1 Corinthians 15:58
Therefore, my beloved, be steadfast, immovable, always excelling in the work of the Lord, because you know that in the Lord your labor is not in vain.

Questions for conversation:
What have you given too much praise to in your life? How can you refocus your praise? Is there any area of your life where you've plateaued and need to reignite your pursuit of excellence?