This week we start a new sermon series titled "All In," which most commonly refers to a move in a poker game where a player bets all of his or her chips on one hand. However, that phrase has caught on to the larger culture beyond poker games. Nowadays, it simply implies that someone is fully committed. You hear it everywhere—whether in business talk, catchy marketing campaigns, sports pep talks, and even in discussions about faith. One could say that the Bible had the contemporary meaning of "all in" all along. As Christians we are to give every aspect of ourselves to God—we are "all in" believers and followers of Jesus.  But the depth of our enthusiasm goes beyond being excited about a new brand or public figure. Let's talk about how we can go all in together to start the new year! -- Questions for Reflection & Discussion Loving God starts with knowing God. What are the qualities of who He is that stir your affections for Him? Jews then and now consider the recital of the Shema both evening and morning to be one of their most sacred duties. It is a discipline of their devotion to God. What disciplines do you have that help you to love God? How are they helpful? Which disciplines would you like to practice more? How can your community help? Do you have a resolution for the new year? How could the command to love God with all your heart, mind, soul, and strength, help you to accomplish your goals?

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