Endorsements

CONTENTS

3 Endorsements 7 Foreword 11 Introduction 12 Using This Workbook (Read This First) 13 Outline for Each Session

SESSIONS

16 Session One: Overview 34 Session Two: Fighting for Yourself 50 Session Three: Fighting for Your Home Part 1 66 Session Four: Fighting for Your Home Part 2 82 Session Five: Fighting for Your Church and God’s Glory 96 Session Six: Fighting for Faithfulness 112 Session Seven: Fighting for Your City

APPENDICES

129 Frequently Asked Questions 133 Small Group Agreement 134 Small Group Calendar 135 Weekly Check-in 136 Small Group Roster 137 Memory Verse Cards (Clip and Review) 140 Prayer and Praise Report

SMALL GROUP LEADERS

143 Hosting an Open House 145 Leading for the First Time 146 Leadership Training 150 Notes

ENDORSEMENTS

In Fight for It, Roger Patterson gives us a clarion call to bring our very best efforts to advance the work of God and the common good around us. Drawing on the wisdom of Scripture, inspiring stories, and helpful advice, this book is a must-read for anyone who wants to make a difference for Christ! -D. MICHAEL LINDSAY, author, Hinge Moments; president, Taylor University Roger Patterson has written an authentic and scripturally thoughtful book, one that has challenged me to ask basic questions about things that really matter: my personal devotion to Christ, my family, and the witness of the church. In all these arenas, there is soul-searching to do and habits to change so that we exercise the influence in the world that God has called us to have. I gladly commend this book. -DR. ROBERT SLOAN, President, Houston Baptist University

Has life knocked you down? Have you gotten hit by a combination of punches? Are you constantly bobbing and weaving, desperately avoiding the swings of your enemy, unsure of whether you can handle another blow? ... The good news is that you don’t have to stay on the defensive. You don’t have to lose. Victory is yours. In Fight for It, Pastor Roger Patterson teaches you how to lay hold of the win that Christ has already given you. -CHRIS BROUSSARD, Sports Broadcaster and NBA Analyst, Founder/President of The K.I.N.G. Movement

In Fight for It, Roger Patterson has brought out truth that is profoundly important for the time in which we live. Drawn from the pages of Scripture, Roger’s work does more than motivate Christians to do more; this content gives them a new way of looking at the challenges ahead and experiencing victory in their own “Fight Stories.” -RYAN RUSH, Founder of Empowered Homes & Senior Pastor, Kingsland Baptist Church

Roger Patterson is a leader of leaders. This excellent study reminds us that there are some fights that are worth the effort. Mining the stories of Ezra and Nehemiah, Roger points us toward a great future for our families and our churches. God will use this book to help us move forward together. -DR. DUANE BROOKS, Senior Pastor, Tallowood Baptist Church

Many of us spend life wondering when the “stroll in the park” section begins. Unfortunately life is more of a fight than a stroll. But good news… God is with you and Roger has written “Fight for It” to show the path of winning in Christ. His book and the accompanying resources shine with great news… God has a plan for your battle and He is fighting for you! “Fight for It” is an effective tool for discovering, reminding and walking in the fight, victoriously. Read it to win. -GREGG MATTE, Pastor of Houston’s First Baptist Church

I’ve been in a few fights in my life – from fighting for a World Series to fighting through addiction – I know that in so many ways, life is a fight. In Fight for It, Pastor Roger Patterson helps us understand four key fights for every follower of Jesus Christ. Keep fighting… -DARRYL STRAWBERRY, Four-time World Series Champion

Roger Patterson has so well identified and addressed one of the greatest needs in our world. The need to FIGHT for what we believe in. Thankfully, he also included Biblical strategies to do so. Fight for It is rich with content and wisdom that is vital to navigate the challenges of life. -ERON GREEN, President/CEO, STCH Ministries

You can’t win, unless you know what you’re fighting against. You can’t be victorious until you know how not to lose-this new book uniquely speaks to the challenge and opportunity we all have to battle for everyday-and how to win! I’m thankful for its wisdom for life’s daily match! -DAN ORLOVSKY, ESPN’s NFL Football Analyst & 13 Year NFL Quarterback