For Sunday, January 2, 2011

Lesson preparation for January 2, 2011!

1) 1 Kings 11:41-43
What happened? How was Solomon described?
12:1-5
Who are the characters? What is the situation? How did the people describe Solomon's rule? Why?

2) 1 Kings 11:26-40
Why was Jeroboam in Egypt? Why was God bringing this judgment on Solomon? What did God, through the prophet, promise Jeroboam? How did that promise compare to Solomon's original promise?

3) 1 Kings 12:6-11
Who did Rehoboam go to first for advice? What was their advice? Who did he go to next? What explanations can you think of to explain the differences in advice?

4) 1 Kings 12:12-15
How did Rehoboam answer the people? What is the reason given in this passage for this turn of events?
1 Kings 12:16-24
How did the people respond? What were the consequences for Jeroboam? Rehoboam? Israel? How did God intervene, according to verse 24?

For Sunday, December 26, 2010

Lesson prep for Sunday, December 26, 2010.

1) 1 Kings 10:23-25
Based on this passage, describe King Solomon. How did he become this way? (See 1 Kings 3:3-15) What were the consequences of God's gifts to him? What were the conditions of this promise?

2) 1 Kings 11:1-3
Describe Solomon's home life. How does this fit with what you already know about Solomon? Could he claim to be ignorant of the consequences of his choice? Why or why not? What were the consequences of his choice?

3) 1 Kings 11:4-8
How many idols are mentioned in this passage? What was Solomon's motivation in building the high places and joining in the worship of idols? How do your human relationships effect your relationship with God? Are there any relationships that are coming between you and God? What do you need to do about it?

4) 1 Kings 11:9-13
What was God's response to Solomon's choices and actions? How many times had God appeared to Solomon? What were the consequences going to be for Solomon? For all of Israel? Why did God reserve part of Israel?

For Sunday, December 19, 2010

Lesson prep for Sunday, December 19, 2010.

1) Mathew 1:18-25
What was God’s purpose in sending Jesus to earth? Jesus can save you from the power and consequences of sin. Name some of the sins Jesus saved you from. Do you have any unconfused sin in your life right now? Bring it to God today. Thank God for forgiveness through Jesus.
1 John 1:9

2) Mathew 1:18-25
What other name was given to Jesus? In how many ways is Jesus “God with us?” Tell God how much that means to you today.

3) Mathew 2:1-12
How did the wise men know they had found the One for whom they were searching? What gifts did they give? What gifts are you giving God this Christmas?

4) Mathew 2:13-18
What is your response to this part of the Christmas story? What other Bible stories come to mind when you read this passage? How can this story help us trust God even when He doesn’t make sense?

For Sunday, December 12, 2010

Lesson prep for Sunday, December 12, 2010.

1) 1 Kings 8:12-21
What background information do we learn from this passage about the events unfolding? What did Solomon highlight about God’s character in this blessing? Solomon viewed his personal identity and accomplished as connected to God’s work. How? Do you see this kind of connection in your life?

2) 1 Kings 8:22-30
What did Solomon say about to God about God in his prayer? What were the conditions of the promise God gave David about his descendants? What promise of God would you ask to be confirmed in your life? How would you describe Solomon’s attitude in verse 27? What did Solomon request of God in relation to the Temple? In verse 30, what did Solomon identify as the people’s greatest needs from God?

3) Skim 1 Kings 8:31-53.
What are the repeating words in this passage? What does Solomon repeatedly ask of God? Why was this request so important? What actions of the people did Solomon refer to? Who did Solomon pray for? How many sin scenarios did Solomon list?

4) 1 Kings 8:54-61
How was Solomon’s prayer posture described? In verse 56, what did he identify as God’s gift to His people? What effect does God’s faithfulness have on your prayer life? In verse 58, how did Solomon describe the initiation of relationship between God and people? What were Solomon’s goals for the people? How did Solomon view Israel’s role in God’s kingdom around the world? What does it mean to be wholly devoted to God?

　

For Sunday, December 5, 2010

Lesson prep for Sunday, December 5, 2010.

1) 1 Kings 1
Who are the main characters mentioned in this chapter? Who was king? Who became king? What obstacles were in his way? How would you describe the way the new king treated his brother in verses 52-53?

2) 1 Kings 2:1-12
What were the main instructions David gave to Solomon? What warnings did David give Solomon? Why? In verses 2-4, David passed along the promise God had made to him. What promises of God have you shared with someone else recently?

3) 1 Kings 3:3-15
What did God ask Solomon? How would you have answered? How did Solomon answer? Why did this answer please God so much? Is verse 14 a promise to everyone, or a specific promise to Solomon? What did Solomon do next after this encounter with God?

4) 1 Kings 3:16-28
Can you think of other stories over time that have been based on this story? How would you have handled this situation if you were Solomon? How did Solomon handle it? What was the response of all the people who heard about it? Do you trust God to provide the wisdom you need? See James 1:5-8.

For Sunday, November 28, 2010

Lesson prep for Sunday, November 28, 2010.

1) Ephesians 6:10-17
Paul uses this imagery in small sections of other letters. How do you think he came up with this idea?
Isaiah 59:15-20
The Isaiah 59 passage may have been his example. What do these verses say about the Lord as a warrior? How does the time and society described in this passage compare to today?

2) Ephesians 6:10-17; Hebrews 4:12
Which is the only offensive weapon Paul listed? What happens when Christians try to use other methods of offense?
Luke 4:1-13
What does Jesus’ example show us about God’s Word as a weapon?

3) Ephesians 6:18-20
What instructions does Paul give about prayer? What requests did he ask for himself?
Luke 18:1-8
What did Jesus emphasize in this parable about prayer? How does your prayer life measure up to the example he gave?

4) Ephesians 6:21-22
Who was Tychicus? See Colossians 4:7; 2 Timothy 4:12; and Titus 3:12.
Ephesians 6:23-24
What are the key words of Paul’s blessing on the Ephesians? Which do you need most right now?

For Sunday, November 21, 2010

Lesson prep for Sunday, November 21, 2010.

1) Ephesians 6:1-3
What does it mean to "honor your mother and father" as an adult? What is it about obeying and honoring your parents that leads to verse 3 being true in your life? Evaluate your treatment and attitude toward you parents: does it follow God's standard?

2) Ephesians 6:4
In this verse, the word translated for "Fathers" actually is generic for parents.
In what ways do you exasperate your children? In what ways are you bringing them up in the training and instruction of the Lord?
Hebrews 12:5-11
According to Hebrews 12:5-11, what is the goal of discipline?

3) Ephesians 6:5-9
What is surprising about this teaching? How do verses 6-7 relate to the work place? Do your attitudes and activities at work meet this standard? What is surprising about verse 9? How would it effect a master's treatment of a slave (or an employer to an employee) if they are God-fearing?

4) Ephesians 6:1-9
Examine your own family and workplace relationships. How do your relationships measure up to Paul's teaching? Which of these teachings point to an area for your to work on?

For Sunday, November 14, 2010

Lesson prep for Sunday, November 14, 2010.

1) Ephesians 5:22-33
What was Paul’s main topic in this passage? Why was this teaching so important for the Christians in Ephesus? How does our society’s view of marriage compare to Paul’s teaching?

2) Ephesians 5:22-33
What standard does Paul set for how wives should love their husbands? For how husbands should love their wives? In what ways has verse 22 been misrepresented over history? How does that compare with Christ’s example described in Ephesians 5:1-2?

3) Ephesians 5:22-33
In what ways are the relationship between husband/wife and Christ/church the same? How should this identity, as the bride of Christ, effect how a church acts? In what ways does our church act like the bride of Christ?

4) Ephesians 5:22-33
What does it mean to submit? What does it not mean? What is the purpose of submitting, according to Paul? If Christian marriages all followed this teaching, what would be the effects in our church and society?

For Sunday, November 7, 2010

Lesson prep for Sunday, November 7, 2010. Also posted on nabc-prepared.blogspot.com.

1) Ephesians 5:15-21
What stands out to you in these verses? What questions do you have? Which of these instructions is easy for you? Which is hardest?

2) Ephesians 5:15-17
Why does it matter how we choose to live? What does Paul mean by "making the most of every opportunity?" How can you understand what the Lord's will is? What is the difference between God's general will for all people and God's specific will of reach situation or individual?

3) Ephesians 5:18-20
How is being filled with the Holy Spirit different than being drunk? Why do you think Paul contrasted the two? When was the last time you encouraged someone like it is described in verse 19? How is your thankfulness rating today? this week? What are you having difficulty giving thanks for?

4) Ephesians 5:21
What does it mean to submit to one another? Who is it talking about? Why should we?
Romans 12:10; Galatians 5:13; Philippians 2:3-4; 1 Peter 5:5

For Sunday, October 31, 2010

Lesson prep for Sunday, October 31, 2010.

1) Ephesians 5:1-2
What does it mean to be an imitator of God? How are children imitators? How well does that describe how we imitate God?
Matthew 5:48; Leviticus 19:8
Are these commands encouraging or discouraging to you? Why?

2) Ephesians 5:3-7
What does Paul say to avoid in this passage? Why? What does he say we should replace these things with? How does being immoral, impure or greedy make a person an idolater?

3) Ephesians 5:8-14
What does it mean to live as children of the light?
1 John 1:5-7; 2:9-11; John 3:19-21; Matthew 5:14-16
What characterizes the life of light? The life of darkness?

4) Ephesians 5:1-14
What are the difficulties of following Paul’s instructions in this passage in our culture today? What does the passage say about humor?
Proverbs 17:22
Does God approve of humor? What kinds? How does the humor you participate in match God’s standards?

　

　

　

Class Gathering -- Service Project

Class Gathering -- Service Project

Friday, October 22, 2010
Meet at the church at 7pm
Packing party for the Ethiopia Mission Trip team

Come and help them pack the donations into suitcases! A project for the entire family!

Hope to see you there!
Any questions? Call Joy or Leanne, or comment below.

For Sunday, October 24, 2010

Lesson prep for Sunday, October 24, 2010.

1) Ephesians 4:17-19
How did Paul describe the lifestyles of the Gentiles that don’t have relationship with God? What made them lose all sensitivity to questions of right and wrong? What features of your lifestyle might others point to as evidence that you are a Christian, no longer following the way Paul described?

2) Ephesians 4:20-24
How did you come to know Christ? In what way has God made a new attitude in your mind since you’ve been following Him? What does it mean that you were created to be like God in true righteousness? In holiness?

3) Ephesians 4:25-28
What “do not” instructions does Paul give in these 4 verses? Which is hardest for you? What reasoning does he give as to why you should get rid of these things in your life?

4) Ephesians 4:29-32
What is unwholesome talk? What standard measurement of effects did Paul give for deciding if talk is unwholesome? What does it mean to grieve the Holy Spirit? In verse 31, what does this list of behaviors have in common? Which is hardest for you to get rid of? Who does verse 32 point us to as a guide for how to treat each other?

For Sunday, October 17, 2010

Reading selections and questions for Sunday, October 17, 2010

1)Ephesians 4:1-6
What does it mean to live a life worthy of your calling? Which of the characteristics in verse 2 is hardest for you? How does knowledge of the issues mentioned in verses 4-5 help us follow through with the instruction in verse 3? When is this hard? When is it easiest?

2) Ephesians 4:7-10
Who is Paul talking about? What is the main point of these verses? Draw a picture of his explanation in these verses to get a clearer idea of what he meant.
Ephesians 4:11-13
What is the goal of the spiritual gifts God has distributed to Christians? What is the difference between unity in faith and unity in knowledge? How should we measure Christian maturity, according to Paul? What builds up God’s people? What tears us down?

3) Ephesians 4:14-16
When do you feel like an infant in your spiritual life? What issues or people feel like the winds that toss you around? How does speaking the truth in love help us grow up in Christ? What holds the Body of Christ (the Church – Christians) together?

4)Psalm 133:1; Acts 4:32; Philippians 2:2-4
What is Christian unity? Why is it so important? What does our witness say about the character of God and Jesus when the church is full of disunity? How is unity accomplished? See the following verses for more ideas about participating in Christian unity.
Colossians 3:15; 1 Corinthians 12:13; Romans 12:3-6

For Sunday, October 10, 2010

Reading selections and questions for Sunday, October 10, 2010

1) Ephesians 3:14-21
What did Paul pray for them? What does this passage say about each of the following: strength? Power? Faith? Love?

2) Ephesians 3:14-21
According to Paul, how does God strengthen Christians? IN what areas of your life do you need spiritual strengthening most right now? IN verse 14, Paul says “for this reason.” For what reason? Read over Ephesians 3:10-13 and identify the reason Paul choose to pray this passage for the Ephesian Christians.

3) Ephesians 3:14-21
How does God’s love surpass knowledge? What measurements describe God’s love? Can you think of other Bible passages that describe God’s love? What does it mean to be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God?

4) Ephesians 3:20-21
Meditate on these verses, thinking of the meaning of one phrase at a time:

God is able.

God is able to do.

God is able to do immeasurably (above and beyond).

God is able to do immeasurably (above and beyond) all that we ask.

God is able to do immeasurably (above and beyond) all that we ask or imagine.

What are the implications of this on our prayer lives? Do you pray like you believe this is true? (See Ephesians 3:12)

For Sunday, October 3, 2010

Reading selections and questions for Sunday, October 3, 2010

1) Ephesians 2:11-22
What potential church problem was Paul addressing in this passage? What was his main point? What stands out to you most in this passage? Even though our church isn’t divided by Jews and Gentiles, what other things could divide us?

2) Ephesians 2:11-13
In what way were Gentiles “far away” before Jesus came? In what situation did that leave them? Have you ever felt without hope and without God in the world? How does the blood of Christ make those who were far away, now near?

3) Ephesians 2:14-18
Where does your peace come from? How was Jesus Himself the Source of peace between Jews and Gentiles in the church? How did Jesus accomplish this? How would this knowledge change the relationship of those who were divided by heritage? What does verse 18 teach about the work of the Holy Spirit?

4) Ephesians 2:19-22
How did Paul describe their relationship after Jesus’ work on earth was accomplished? What was to be the foundation of their faith and church? How did Paul describe the purpose of the church in this passage? What activities or action help us become “built together” in Christ?

For Sunday, September 26, 2010

I am not posting a "normal" blog study guide this week, because we will be having a guest speaker in our class on Sunday. The topic will be missions and how to better support our missionaries. So, don't forget to pray for Randy, and come to hear the guest speaker!

While we skip one week's study, we don't want to get distracted from our lessons in Ephesians. So, I will post a few readings below with questions, for those of you who use these readings as part of your daily Bible study materials.

Ephesians 1:15-23
What are you doing this week to know God better? How is His mighty resurrection power been evident in your life this week? Spend a few minutes focused on the hope we have in Christ.

Ephesians 2:1-10
How are you approaching God lately -- by faith or trying to earn your way there by works? How has God shown His rich mercy to you lately? What are the good works God has planned for you today?

Ephesians 2:11-22
If we were dividing people up into two categories, what would they be? Is Jesus Himself your peace today? What does it mean to you to be a fellow citizen in God's kingdom? How does it make your life different?

Ephesians 3:1-13
What is the mystery of God? What is the mystery about Christ? Look at verse 12. Do you approach God's throne with confidence and freedom? Why or why not?

For Sunday, September 19, 2010

Reading selections and questions for Sunday, September 19, 2010

1) Ephesians 2:1-10
When you read this passage, what stands out to you? What does this passage say about the past? What does it say about the future? Make a timeline of salvation, detailing God’s plan for each step.

2) Ephesians 2:1-3
How did Paul describe a person’s life before they became a follower of Christ? Who is the ruler of the kingdom of the air? What are the main characteristics of this lifestyle, according to Paul? Why is it good for your Christian witness to remember your life before/without Christ?

3) Ephesians 2:4-7
Name the aspects of God’s character detailed in this passage. What was the God’s purpose in this plan (see verse7)? How have you experienced the incomparable riches of God’s grace in your life?

4) Ephesians 2:8-10
How are people saved, according to Paul? Have you ever tried to reach God a different way? What makes us tempted to boast, or why do we boast? Why did God created us? When were the preparations made for God’s plan for you?

For Sunday, September 12, 2010

Reading selections and questions for Sunday, September 12, 2010

1) Ephesians 1:15-23
What was Paul’s main theme in this passage? What was his main point? What was the reputation of the Ephesians’ church, according to verse 15? What is your reputation about your faith?

2) Ephesians 1:15-23
How did Paul describe his prayers for them? What was Paul hoping for them? Why were these things so important? Do you need to know God better? Do you know the hope to which He has called you? Are you experiencing the great power of God in your life? Pray this same prayer for yourself and someone else.

3) Ephesians 1:15-23
What did Paul have to say about God’s power in this passage? What was/is the ultimate expression of that power? If you could experience God’s immeasurable power before the end of this day, in what area of your life would you most desire the impact? How will everything be organized according to God’s plan?

4) Ephesians 1:22-23
How is the church like Christ’s body? How does that display the fullness of God? What does that mean? What does it mean for Christ to be the head of the church?
Ephesians 2:17-19
Return to this prayer. Pray it again, thinking about each word, for yourself and for someone else.

For Sunday, September 4, 2010

Reading selections and questions for Sunday, September 5, 2010

1) Ephesians 1:1-14
This passage includes a summary of God’s overall plan. What are the main points in this summary? What does each key word mean? What is the role of each member of the Trinity in this plan?

2) Ephesians 1:1-2
How did Paul start the letter? How did he describe the Ephesian Christians? If Paul were writing you, how would he describe you? Verse 2: How are grace and peace related? Pray this blessing on yourself and on someone else today.

3) Ephesians 1:3-6
Romans 8:15-17
If you are adopted into God’s family, what does that mean about God’s authority over you? About your identity? About your inheritance?

4) Ephesians 1:3-14
Verse 3 refers to “every spiritual blessing in Christ.” List the spiritual blessings Paul mentions in the remainder of the passage. Can you add to that list from your personal experience? Do you believe verse 11? What does the life of a person who truly believes verse 11 look like? What is the evidence of their belief in their life?

For Sunday, August 29, 2010

Reading selections and questions for Sunday, August 29, 2010

1) 2 Corinthians 10:1-6
How did Paul identify the weapons of a Christian? Why do we need weapons? What does it take to make every thought obedient to Christ? What picture does verse 5 bring to your mind?
Ephesians 6:10-20
Make a prayer out of these verses.

2) 2 Corinthians 11:1-6; 13-15
What aspect of Pau’s relationship with the Corinthian church does he describe in these passages? What does godly jealousy look like in a Christian’s life? How can a person tell if a teaching is from God? What kinds of things lead your mind away form sincere and pure devotion to Christ?

3) 2 Corinthians 12:7-10
Why does Paul tell them about this experience? How is God’s power perfected in weakness? How can we share Paul’s attitude and focus about weakness and suffering on a daily basis?

4) 2 Corinthians 13
What does the passage tell us about Paul’s relationship with the Corinthian church? What stands out to you in this chapter? Verse 5: How does a person do this? Verse 14: What is the role of each member of the Trinity described in this verse?

For Sunday, August 22, 2010

Reading selections and questions for Sunday, August 22, 2010

1) 2 Corinthians 8:1-15
Describe the Macedonian churches’ offering. According to verse 5, what was the order of their gifts? What happens when we get this out of order? To what extent does Jesus’ example of extravagant love and grace motivate your giving? How did Paul say the acceptableness of the gift is judged?

2) 2 Corinthians 9:1-5; Romans 15:25-28
What else do we learn about their offering in these passages? What kinds of promises had the Corinthian church made? What were Paul’s concerns? From the Romans passage, can you (at least somewhat) trace Paul’s journey during this trip?

3) 2 Corinthians 9:6-11
What have you learned about cheerful giving in the past year? Which do you give most easily: your time, talents, energy, finances or what? Which is more difficult? How does truly believing the message of verse 8 make you a better giver? How well does verse 11 describe your life?

4) 2 Corinthians 9:12-15; 8:9
What are some of the positive results of being a cheerful giver? How is giving a demonstration of your faith? How does God’s indescribable gift to us motivate us to be better givers? In 8:9, how does Jesus’ example in giving motivate us to be better givers?

For Sunday, August 15, 2010

Reading selections and questions for Sunday, August 15, 2010

1) 2 Corinthians 5:11-13
Do you find comfort or unease in knowing your life is completely open before God? Where do you take pride -- in appearance or in the heart? How could following Jesus look like a mental illness? How would you answer someone who thought this?

2) 2 Corinthians 5:14-16
What does a life look like that is controlled by the love of Christ? How is it different from lives that are lived for ourselves? What changes when you no longer look at Christ from a worldly point of view? What changes when you no longer look at others from a worldly point of view? Which of these descriptions best matches your life?

3) 2 Corinthians 5:17-21
When a person comes to Christ, what “old” is gone? How much of this is immediate, and how much takes time? What is the “new” that has come into their lives? What is reconciliation? How is it a “ministry?” How are you living out this ministry? What kind of an ambassador for Christ are you? What are you relying on for your righteousness?

4) 2 Corinthians 5
How would you summarize Paul’s message in this chapter? Which verse stands out to you most? What is God changing in you based on this chapter?

　

For Sunday, August 8, 2010

Reading selections and questions for Sunday, August 8, 2010

I have a prize for anyone who emails, calls or posts on the blog this week that they read this! You must contact me by Saturday, August 7th, at 9:00 pm to qualify.

1) 2 Corinthians 3:1-6
According to these verses, what was the letter of recommendation for Paul’s ministry? Where and how was it written? What has the Holy Spirit written on your heart? Where did Paul look to find his confidence and competence for ministry?

2) 2 Corinthians 4:1-6
How can the gospel be presented wrongly? How did Paul describe the way he presented the gospel message? In what ways has the god of this age blinded the minds and eyes of unbelievers in our community? How has God made His light shine in your heart? How much of that light is shining to others around you?

3) 2 Corinthians 4:7-12; 15-18
Where do people normally store treasures? What did Paul mean by “treasure in jars of clay?” How did Paul view the difficulties and trials he faced? How can your suffering be for others’ benefit spiritually? Examine yourself: which do you spend more time focusing on in your daily life -- the temporary or the eternal?

4) 2 Corinthians 5:1-10
How is this life just a tent for a Christian? What is the “deposit” God has given us on the promise of eternal life? What was Paul’s constant goal (verse 9)? When you allow the Holy Spirit to search your heart, does He find you to be living more by faith or by sight?

For Sunday, August 1, 2010

Reading selections and questions for Sunday, Aug 1, 2010

Sorry I posted so late this week! It has been a crazy one!

1) 2 Corinthians 1:3-7
How is God the God of all comfort? Is verse 3 comforting to you? Why or why not? What is the positive side of suffering for a Christian?

2) 1 Corinthians 1:8-12
What is the purpose of suffering in a Christina’s life? How does it effect their walk with God? Their relationships? When has God delivered you? On a scale of 1-10, how well do we share the blessings of answered prayers with each other?

3) 2 Corinthians 2:14-17
Is your life characterized by an attitude of triumphal procession in Christ? What is the fragrance of you life? Is it the aroma of Christ or of something else? How does Paul describe the two possible responses to the aroma of Christ?

4) Re-read the passages from Days 1-3. What does each passage teach us about relationships? Now read 1 Corinthians 13. What is God calling you to do to make your relationships more honoring to him?

For Sunday, July 25, 2010

Reading selections and questions for Sunday, July 25, 2010

1) 1 Corinthians 15:1-6
What did Paul say was of first importance? What was the proof that this truly happened? What is distinctive about the life of someone who truly holds this truth to be of primary importance?

2) 1Corinthians 15:12-18
What makes it difficult for some people to believe in the resurrection? Why does all faith in Jesus hinge on the truth of His resurrection? If Christ wasn’t raised, why would our faith be futile?

3) 1 Corinthians 15:50-57
What mystery was Paul describing? Why did it matter? How was Jesus’ resurrection a victory over death? How did Jesus’ victory over death give us victory? Does your daily life display the victory over sin you have available in Christ?

4) John 11:38-44; Matthew 10:6-8; Mark 12:18-23
How does each passage relate to the theme of resurrection? How does each passage influence your belief in, and your ability to demonstrate with your life, Christ’s victory over sin and death through His resurrection?

For Sunday, July 18, 2010

Reading selections and questions for Sunday, July 18, 2010

1) 1 Corinthians 13
What stands out to you in the way love is described? How is this different from our culture’s view? Why did Paul say love is great than all other Christian virtues?

2) 1 Corinthians 13
This passage describes God’s love. Re-read, substituting “God’s love” each time it says love. How has God loved you? Meditate on God’s love today.

3) 1 Corinthians 13
Names some actions or great feats people relate to expressions of love. How do they measure up to the standard described in this passage? Make a list with two categories using this passage: love is…love is not….

4) 1 Corinthians 13
Make a sketch map of this passage -- draw a symbol or small picture for each word picture within the verses. Which word picture do you connect with most? Does your life display God’s kind of love? In what ways are you practicing the virtues of faith, hope and love?

For Sunday, July 11, 2010

Reading selections and questions for Sunday, July 4, 2010

1) 1 Corinthians 12:1-11
Why was it important for the Christians to not be ignorant about spiritual gifts? What does Paul teach them about the Holy Spirit’s role in the Christian’s life in this passage? How is this message about spiritual gifts a lesson about diversity? How is it a lesson about unity? According to verse 7, what is the purpose of spiritual gifts? What are some of the gifts mentioned in the next few verses? If you are a Christian, have you identified your spiritual gifts? What helped you discover them?

2) 1Corinthians 12:12-26
How is the church like a body? How is that a lesson of diversity? How is that a lesson of unity? How do you see the truth that “no believer is unimportant” demonstrated in this passage? How is that truth demonstrated in our church? How does living according to that truth change how we treat each other? In light of the lesson of verse 19, what should our response be to feelings (in ourselves or others) that one Christian is superior to another, or that some assignment in God’s kingdom is more or less important than another? How well does our church practice verse 26? How well do you practice it personally?

3) 1 Corinthians 12:27-31
Name the gifts listed in this passage. What is the lesson Paul is trying to teach in this passage? What does he mean when he says to “eagerly desire the greater gifts?” How does the end of verse 31 lead into the main topic of the next chapter? How would focusing on love as the main goal influence Christians’ application of their spiritual gifts?

4) Romans 12:3-8; Ephesians 4:11-13; Colossians 1:8
How does reading these passages add to your understanding of spiritual gifts? Why is it so important to remember who the head of our “body” is? Why is it so important to remember the purpose of spiritual gifts?

For Sunday, July 4, 2010

Reading selections and questions for Sunday, July 4, 2010

1) 1 Corinthians 8:1-3
What aspect of their old lives was causing conflicts for the Corinthian Christians according to this verse? How does knowledge puff up? What did Paul mean? What would be different in someone’s actions toward others who was focused on love rather than on their own knowledge?

2) 1Corinthians 8:9-13; 10:23-24
How can we tell the difference between areas of our Christian lives that have clear boundaries of right and wrong and areas of freedom? According to Paul, how can we destroy someone by our knowledge? What are some stumbling blocks for you? When have you been a stumbling block for someone else?

3) 1 Corinthians 9:19-23
What did Paul claim as his goal when choosing about issues of Christian freedom? How could this teaching be misunderstood or abused? Where do you think Paul drew the boundary lines in trying to bring the gospel to all?

4) 1 Corinthians 10:31-11:1
What should be the ultimate goal of all our activities and decision? Whose good should we seek? Pray and examine yourself in regard to the teaching of these verses.

For Sunday, June 27, 2010

Reading selections and questions for Sunday, June 27, 2010

1) 1 Corinthians 7:1-6
In verse 1, Paul addresses how he chose his topic. What was the reason? What did Paul instruct them about marriage? What did he tell widows? The unmarried? The believer married to an unbeliever?

2) 1Corinthians 7:17-24
What is the primary principle Paul repeats in this passage? What are the benefits in God’s kingdom to staying in the position (socially, economically, etc) you were when you became a Christian? Are there exceptions? How does this relate to freedom in Christ? To our Kingdom responsibilities?

3) 1 Corinthians 7:25-40
According to Paul, what are the benefits of marriage? Of single hood? The church in Corinth was debating the issue. What was Paul’s advice? Do you agree or disagree with Paul?

4) Matthew 19:1-12
What did Jesus have to say about marriage in this passage? What was the Pharisees’ opinion about marriage? How does the attitude toward marriage in that day compare to the attitude toward marriage in our culture today?
2 Corinthians 6:14-18
What does it mean to be yoked together? How does this relate to Paul’s instructions in 1 Corinthians 7:12-16?

For Sunday, June 20, 2010

Reading selections and questions for Sunday, June 20, 2010

1) 1 Corinthians 5:1-5; 9-13
What problem in the Corinthian church does Paul discuss in this passage? What are his instructions? Do they seem extreme or hard? Why does Paul react so strongly to this issue?

2) 1Corinthians 6:1-8
What problem in the Corinthian church does Paul discuss in this passage? What are his instructions? How has this problem effected their witness? Why did Paul say they should be willing to be wronged or cheated?

3) 1 Corinthians 6:9-11
What is the bad news in these verses? What is the good news? If Paul was writing this description about your life before Christ, what labels would he have included? Spend time worshipping God for washing, sanctifying and justifying you.

4) 1 Corinthians 6:12-20
Phrase the excuses in verse 12 in modern day language. What was the price you were bought with? How does keeping that focus help us avoid sexual immorality? Are you honoring God with your body?

For Sunday, June 13, 2010

Reading selections and questions for Sunday, June 13, 2010

1) Acts 18
What do we learn about Paul in this chapter? About Corinth? About Apollos?

2) 1Corinthians 4:1-7
The church in Corinth was arguing about leadership. According to Paul, how should Christian leaders be viewed? Whose opinion and judgment matters? Why did Paul say they shouldn’t take pride in one leader over another? Why not?

3) 1 Corinthians 4:8-13
In what sense had they become rich kings? How did Paul describe an apostle’s life? Does your life demonstrate an attitude of awareness of the riches you have in Christ?

4) 1 Corinthians 4:14-21
Why did Paul send Timothy to Corinth? What did Paul mean in verse 20? How can we avoid spiritual arrogance?

For Sunday, June 6, 2010

Reading selections and questions for Sunday, June 6, 2010

1) 1 Corinthians 1:11-17; 3:3-9, 21-23
What problem was the church in Corinth having? How did Paul describe it? What were his arguments against all sides involved in the conflict?

2) 1Corinthians 1:1-10
What did Paul say about unity in these verses? What is the source of unity among Christians? What benefits of unity did Paul list in these verses?

3) 1 Corinthians 1:18-2:5
Summarize Paul’s main point in verses 18-25. What does this lesson have to do with Christian unity? What did Paul’s personal example teach them about unity?

4) 1 Corinthians 3:10-13
What is our foundation? How does that lead to unity? In verse 12, Paul lists many things a person’s life can be built with. What happens to each material as it passes through the fire? What are you building with? Do you treat your body and life like God’s temple? What is God asking you to do differently?

For Sunday, May 30, 2010

Reading selections and questions for Sunday, May 30, 2010

1) Leviticus 25:1-8
What did God command? What would the benefit of obedience be for the land? For the people? What would obeying this instruction free them to do? How was obeying this command an act of faith?

2) Leviticus 25:8-17
What was the Year of Jubilee? What were the purposes of observing it? How was obedience to this command an act of faith? How did it demonstrate their fear of God (v. 17)?

3) Leviticus 25:18-28
How is the practice of Jubilee different form the philosophy most people live by? How would this practice effect the Israelites’ view of, and relationship with, God and each other?

4) Leviticus 25:29-38
In verse 38, why did God give them this reminder? How does the idea of redemption in the Year of Jubilee relate to the idea of redemption from sin and death through Jesus? What do these commands about Sabbath days, years and the Jubilee Year teach us about God’s character? Do you trust God enough to observe and celebrate Sabbath rest?

For Sunday, May 23, 2010

Reading selections and questions for Sunday, May 23, 2010

1) Leviticus 18:1-15
Summarize the theme of these verses. What is your response to reading them? In verses 1-5, what is the main thing God is trying to teach them?

2) Leviticus 18:16-30
What stands out to you in this long list? What was God’s purpose in giving this long and descriptive set of rules? According to verse 29, how serious were the consequences of these sins?

3) Leviticus 19:1-13
How does this passage compare to Exodus 20:1-17? What’s the same? What’s different? What name does God use to identify Himself to them? Why?

4) Proverbs 20:1-8; 2 Kings 23:8-11; Jeremiah 7:30-34
What do you know about the god Molech and the practice of worshipping him? From what you know, count how many of the 10 Commandments (Exodus 20:1-17) were broken when worshipping Molech.
Matthew 5:27-30
Jesus took the rules of this lesson to a higher level. How?

For Sunday, May 16, 2010

Reading selections and questions for Sunday, May 16, 2010

1) Leviticus 5:1,4
What two examples of sin are listed? How might a person make excuses for these sins?
Leviticus 5:5
What did God tell them to do about it? Why did they have to sacrifice a lamb or goat?
Ephesians 1:7; Hebrews 7:27
How is dealing with sin different since Jesus’ sacrifice?

2) Leviticus 5:14-16
How does the world see unintentional sin? How does God see it? What was the purpose of adding 1/5 to the value?
Luke 19:1-10
How did Zacchaeus’ attitude and actions in repentance compare to God’s instructions in Leviticus 5:14-16?

3) Leviticus 6:1-7
What kinds of sins are addressed in this passage? What were the consequences? How was bringing the sacrifice to the priest the same as bringing it to the Lord (v. 6)?
Ephesians 2:8
If we are forgiven by grace, not by earning it, why does God make commands about restitution?

4) Proverbs 28:13-14
What is your response to these verses? What is your emotional response? Have you been living by this truth?
Psalm 51
Spend time meditating on this Psalm. Is there sin, intentional or not, in your life that you haven’t confessed to and turned away from? Talk to God about it now.

　

For Sunday, May 9, 2010

Reading selections and questions for Sunday, May 9, 2010

1) Exodus 35:4-10
What kinds of offerings were being gathered? How did they decide what to give? What was the purpose of these offerings? Other than material gifts, what else was needed?
Exodus 35:20-29
How did the people respond to the need? Who gave what? Who didn’t participate? How was the community effected by the level and kinds of participation? What attitude did the participants have?

2) Exodus 35:30-6:1
Who was chosen as expert craftsmen? Why? What does “Spirit-filled” mean to you? What does “Spirit-filled” service look like? What does it look like when service isn’t “Spirit-filled?” Who else helped? Why was their expertise so important?

3) Exodus 39:32, 42-43
How did the final inspection go? What standard was used to judge it?
Exodus 40:1-11
The big day was finally arriving. Name some of the things on Moses’ to do list. Why was so much preparation needed? How do you prepare for worship?

4) Exodus 40:12-15
Why was it so important for Aaron and his sons to follow God’s directions about consecration? What does consecration mean? In what ways have you been consecrated for God’s kingdom?
Exodus 40:34-38
What was the function and purpose of the Tabernacle once it was completed? How did God guide them? How does God guide you? What role does worship play in that process?

　

For Sunday, May 2, 2010

Reading selections and questions for Sunday, May 2, 2010
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1) Exodus24:1-18
What was Moses’ instructions? The rest of the peoples‘? What was the peoples’ response to their instructions? Focus on verse 15-18. What would it have been like to see this scene? How do you think the people felt when they saw this scene?

2) Exodus 32:1-6
What led the Israelites to want another god? Where was their focus? What had they forgotten? What did Aaron do? What were his motives? After seeing their reaction, what did he realize? How did he try to make it right?

3) Exodus 32:7-14
How did Moses find out about the people’s sin? How did God describe the people? How are we sometimes like them? What new option did God give Moses? What was Moses’ response? What “facts” of the situation did he focus on? How else could Moses have responded? What does that show us about the leadership qualities of Moses? What would you be willing to give in order to see a faltering believer restored to faithfulness?

4) Exodus 32:30-35
How did Moses respond to the people? What is surprising about his prayer to God? What does God’s response show about His character? What were the consequences of their sin? What consequences weren’t included? Why is identifying sins specifically an important element of confession?

5) Exodus 34:4-14
What happened next? How did God describe Himself as He passed by? Which of these characteristics means the most of you right now? What was the status of their relationship with God after their confession of their sin? What were the instructions and promises God gave them?

　

Class Gathering -- Bible Study

Sunday School Class Gathering

Friday, April 30^Th

6:30 pm

Wade’s House

Bible study gathering, plus potluck dinner.

Hope to see you there!

Call Joy or Leanne, or respond on this post, if you have any questions or for more information.

For Sunday, April 25, 2010

Reading selections and questions for Sunday, April 25, 2010

1) Exodus 25:1-9
What was to determine what offering each Israelite gave? How do the offerings you give reflect your worship of God? What kinds of supplies were needed for the new sanctuary? What is the role of design with preparing a place of worship? Why was it so important for them to follow God’s pattern exactly?

2) Exodus 25:10-22
Sketch a picture of what the Ark of the Covenant might have looked like. What was the purpose of the “mercy seat?” (Some translations call it other things, like “atonement cover.”) What does the concept of a “mercy seat” tell us about God?

3) Exodus 29:38-41
What offering was to be burnt on the altar everyday? With what frequency? Why so often? How did the burning of a lamb remind the Israelites of their past? How did it point them to the future?

4) Exodus 29:42-46
What was the overall purpose of all the worship instructions? What all would be consecrated? What does consecrated mean? How was it going to happen? What do these instructions teach us about the character of God?

For Sunday, April 18, 2010

Reading selections and questions for Sunday, April 18, 2010

1) Exodus 20:1-17
The Ten Commandments describe the holiness that is required for fellowship with God. Which is the easiest for you to obey? Which is hardest? How are these rules a gift of grace from the Creator to His people? How do you think the Lord punishes those who misuse His name through profanity? How do you seek to honor God on the Sabbath? What does it mean to honor you parents as an adult?

2) Exodus 19:1-13; 20:18-21
What was God teaching the Israelites about Himself? About Moses, their leader? Why did God approach the people this way? What was God’s promise to them (19:5-6)?

3) Matthew 5:17
How did Jesus fulfill the purpose of the Law?
Matthew 5:21-22, 27-28, 33-37
How did Jesus expand their understanding of the Law? How does this change a person’s approach to obeying the Ten Commandments?

4) Mark 12:28-31
Jesus’ summary of the Law has two parts. What are they? Which of the Ten Commandments apply to each part of Jesus summary?
Romans 13:8-10
What is the fulfillment of the Law, according to Paul? Does your adherence to the Ten Commandments reflect this attitude?

For Sunday, April 11, 2010

Exodus 16:1-5
How long had the Israelites been out of Egypt? What was their complaint? Who did they blame? What was God's gift to them? What was the purpose of the gift?

Exodus 16:6-18
What was the purpose of the gift God gave them? How was grumbling against Moses and Aaron really grumbling against the Lord? What does that mean about our situations when we are tempted to grumble against the leaders God puts over us? How was their need supplied? How well was it distributed?

Exodus 16:19-30
What was the most important instruction about the daily manna? How well was it followed? What were the consequences of disobeying this instruction? What was God trying to teach them? What was their instruction about the Sabbath? What was the consequence for the disobedient? What was God trying to teach them about the Sabbath?

Exodus 16:31-36
Manna means "What is it?" How did Manna get its name? What was the purpose of keeping a jar of it in front of the Testimony (Tabernacle)? What would the Israelites learn about God and their relationship with Him through this provision? What have you learned about your relationship with God through the ways He has provided for you?

For Sunday, April 4, 2010

Reading selections and questions for Sunday, April 4, 2010

1) Luke 24:1-8; Matthew 16:21
According to the two men in dazzling clothes, what did Jesus say were the three events that must happen to the Son of Man? What was keeping Jesus’ followers (disciples, women, etc.) from remembering Jesus’ words? What emotions or situations make it hard for you to remember Jesus’ words? Which of Jesus’ words is the Holy Spirit reminding you of right now?

2) Luke 24:13-35
What made them recognized it was Jesus? What gift did Jesus give them during His time with them? How did this event change their plans? How has interacting with Jesus changed your plans?

3) Luke 24:36-43
What was Jesus’ blessing and greeting to them? Why did they still have difficulty believing, even after Jesus showed them evidence? What did Jesus do to “prove” His resurrection? (Name at least 4 things.)

4) Luke 24:44-49
How did Jesus change their understanding of the events? What were the main points of God’s plan He summarized for them? What was their new job? List the evidence that you have experienced the power of Christ in your life.

For Sunday, March 28, 2010

Reading selections and questions for Sunday, March 28, 2010

1) Exodus 12:50-51
What had just happened to the Israelites?
Exodus 13:1; 14-16
What were they commanded to celebrate? Why? Can you think of a New Testament connection with the emphasis on the first born son?

2) Exodus 13:17-18;21-22
Where did God lead them? This was not the most direct route. Why did He lead them this way? How did He lead them? When has God led you in a way you did not understand at first?

3) Exodus 14:1-4
How did God show His control over these events? What was His purpose?
Exodus 14:5-12
What was Pharaoh’s response to this situation? How did the Israelites respond? How well did this reaction match God’s prediction in Exodus 13:17?

4) Exodus 14:13-14
What were Moses’ instructions to the people? What were God’s instructions to Moses?
Exodus 14:15-31
Which part of this story is most amazing to you? How has God surprised you by the way He answered your prayer for help? How did God gain glory through Pharaoh?

Bonus:
Compare the Israelites emotions and action on each side of the Red Sea. Compare their attitudes toward God on each side of the Red Sea.
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For Sunday, March 21, 2010

Reading selections and questions for Sunday, March 21, 2010

1) Exodus 11:1
God said there would be one more plague on Egypt. Before studying this last plague, skim and review Exodus 7:14-10:29 to remember the 9 prior plagues.

2) Exodus 11:1-10
What did the Egyptians think of Moses and the Israelites? What was Pharaoh’s opinion of them? What was the 10^th plague going to be? What did God tell Moses that Pharaoh’s response would be?

3) Exodus 12:1-5
How would this event be a new beginning for Israel? What did they need for the celebration? Do you celebrate you spiritual birthday in any special way?

4) Exodus 12:5-14
What were the requirements for the Passover animal? Why did they have to smear blood on the doorways? Why would it be important for them to remember this event? What has God delivered you from?

For Sunday, March 14, 2010

Reading selections and questions for Sunday, March 14, 2010

1) Exodus 4:29-5:5
How did the Israelites react to God’s message? What was Pharaoh’s reaction to God’s message? What was Pharaoh’s biggest concern?

2) Exodus 5:6-21
What were the immediate consequences when Moses and Aaron gave Pharaoh God’s message? What was the purpose of the extra work they were given (verse 9)?
How did the foremen react to the news? How do you react to frustrations in your work?

3) Exodus 5:22-6:9
What was Moses’ question to God? What was he accusing God of? What was God’s plan for Israel? What words did God use to emphasize His desire for relationship with them? How many of those words apply to God’s relationship with you?

4) Exodus 6:28-7:6
What was Moses’ excuse for delaying in obedience? What excuses do you make for delaying obedience to God? In what sense would Moses be like God to Pharaoh? What was God’s ultimate purpose behind all these events?

For Sunday, March 7, 2010

Reading selections and questions for Sunday, March 7, 2010

1) Exodus 1:1-14, 23-25
How did the Israelites end up in Egypt? How was life for them in Egypt? What was God’s relationship to Israel?

2) Exodus 3:1-9
Where was Moses, and what was he doing? What caught his attention? Why did God tell Moses to take off his sandals? What made it that way? In verses 7-8, God had four reactions to Israel’s plight. What were they? What was His plan for Israel’s future?

3) Exodus 3:10-15
What was Moses’ reaction to his job from God? Have you ever had this reaction when God led you to do something new? How would God be re-introduced to the Israelites?

4) Exodus 3:16-22
What predictions did God tell Moses? What would Moses be responsible for in this plan? What was surprising about this plan?

For Sunday, February 28, 2010

Reading selections and questions for Sunday, February 28, 2010

1) Mark 15:1-15
How would you describe this trial? Why didn’t Jesus answer more questions or give a defense during the trial? Even Pilate knew the chief priests’ motive was _________.
The people chose Barabbas over Jesus. What do people today choose when they reject Jesus?

2) Mark 15:15-20
What part of their treatment of Jesus seems worst to you? What temptation did Jesus have to face at this moment?
Philippians 2:8-11
How does the scene in the Mark 15 passage compare to this description of Jesus’ return?

3) Mark 15:25-40
Who insulted Jesus? How did they insult Him? When did they stop insulting Him? Who among the crowd didn’t insult Him? What reaction do you have that Jesus stayed on the cross for your benefit?

4) Mark 16:1-8
What were the women concerned about? What did the white-robed man tell them as evidence of the resurrection? What were their instructions?

Class Gathering -- Bible Study

The Bible study and potluck dinner scheduled for February 26th has been postponed. I will post a new message when it gets rescheduled!
Thanks!

For Sunday, February 21, 2010

Reading selections and questions for Sunday, February 21, 2010

1) Mark 14:32-42
What were Jesus’ emotions at this time? What was His solution for facing these emotions? Why did He take Peter, James and John with Him? How much help were they?

2) Mark 14:43-50
Describe all the people gathered by verse 43. Who was there? Who was not (or not mentioned)? How did Jesus explain His willingness to be arrested? What words would you use to describe Jesus in this passage?

3) Mark 14:35-36
Label the parts of Jesus’ prayer. What did He include? What did He leave out?
Isaiah 51:17
What did Jesus mean by “this cup?”

4) Mark 14:27-31, 40
What was the bad news for the disciples? What was the good news for them? How did the disciples’ actions match Jesus’ expectations?

For Sunday, February 14, 2010

Reading selections and questions for Sunday, February 14, 2010

1) Mark 13:1-8
How did the disciples react to Jesus’ prophecy about the temple? Which of the signs of the end times have you seen in your lifetime? Which did the disciples see in their lifetimes? Which of the circumstances listed tempts you to be frightened?

2) Mark 13:9-13
What is the bad news in this passage? What is the good news? How do you think the disciples felt about this message?

3) Mark 13:14-27
The abomination that causes desolation is the detestable thing that causes desolation in the holy place. We will talk more about this in class.
According to Jesus in this passage, what will be the challenge of living through these times? How has God shown mercy in His plan for these days? How will the difficult time end?

4) Mark 13:28-37
How do you view signs of the end times? What were Jesus’ instructions about preparing for these times? What does it mean to “keep watch?” How are you “keeping watch” in your life?

For Sunday, February 7, 2010

Reading selections and questions for Sunday, February 7, 2010

1) Mark 12:13
Why were the leaders trying to trap Jesus?
Mark 11:1-11, 15-19, 27-33; 12:12
How did all these events motivate the leaders against Jesus?

2) Mark 12:13-17
What question did they ask Jesus? Why was this a tricky question? How did Jesus answer the challenge? What are our responsibilities toward our government? How well do you follow Jesus' instructions in 12:17? What is your attitude?

3) Mark 12:28-34
What was the teacher's question to Jesus? In your opinion, what were his motives in asking? How did he respond to Jesus' answer?

4) Mark 12:29-31
Why did Jesus choose these two commandments as the top two greatest?
(Deuteronomy 6:4-9; Leviticus 19:18 These are the Old Testament sources for Jesus' answer.)
Luke 10:25-37
How do you demonstrate Mark 12:30? How is the way you love others connected to the way you love God?

For Sunday, January 31, 2010

Reading Selections and Questions for Sunday, January 31, 2010.

1) Mark 10:32-34
Where were they going? How were they feeling about it? Why is this detail important? What did Jesus say was going to happen?
Isaiah 50:6; 53:3,8-9
This is a prophecy about the Messiah that would have been well-known to the disciples. How does this prophecy connect to Jesus’ words in v. 34?

2) Mark 10:34-41
What was James and John’s request? Why did they ask at this time? What was Jesus’ response? What was the other disciples’ response?
Matthew 20:20-28
What additional details in this passage provide more information about this event?

3) Mark 10:35-45
How did Jesus respond to James and John’s request? What was wrong with their request? According to Jesus, what is the path to greatness in God’s kingdom? How do you measure greatness and success in your own life?

4) Mark 10:45
What does it mean to be a ransom?
Leviticus 5:14-6:7
What was the purpose of the guilt offering? How did Jesus fulfill this?
Isaiah 53:10-12
How did Jesus’ life contradict the expectations of the people waiting for the Messiah?

For January 24, 2010

Reading Selections and Questions for Sunday, January 24, 2010.

1) Mark 9:33-37
What were the disciples arguing about? What lesson was Jesus trying to teach them?
Luke 22:24-27
How did Jesus’ teaching in this passage contrast to worldly wisdom ? How did Jesus live out His servant attitude? How do you live out your servant attitude?

2) Mark 9:38-41
What was John’s concern?
Matthew 10:40-42
What did Jesus teach as the standard for inclusion in His kingdom?
Numbers 11:24-29
How does this Old Testament story compare to what the disciples were learning?

3) Mark 9:42-50
What did Jesus teach about the seriousness of sin? How is our attitude toward sin related to having healthy relationships? Focus on verse 49: Name some properties of salt. What is it useful for? What does it mean to be salted by fire?

4) 1 Corinthians 1:10-17
How does this situation in the church compare with Mark 9:33-41? According to these passages, what attitude should we have toward other Christians and churches?
Romans 12:9-21
Which of these “getting along” instructions stand out the most to you?

Class Ministry Project

Class Ministry Project
Saturday, January 23rd
Meet at the Church at 9:00am

We will be baking treats and making thank you notes to deliver to our local police station.
This is a great event for the whole family to participate in ministry together!
If you have any questions, you can comment here or contact Leanne.

For Sunday, January 17, 2010

Reading Selections and Questions for Sunday, January 17, 2010.

1) Mark 3:1-6
What did Jesus’ actions show about His values? What did He value? What did His emotional reactions in this passage show about His values?

2) Mark 5:21-24, 35-43
What motivated Jarius to seek Jesus? What can we learn from Jarius’ example? In what area of your life is Jesus saying verse 36 to you?

3) Mark 5:24-34
Jesus could have responded to this woman’s need and use of His power differently. Can you think of some other ways? What did His choice demonstrate about His character and values? Why did He want her identified to Him?

4) Mark 10:13-16
What stands out to you in this passage? What does it mean to receive the kingdom of God like a child? What’s the difference between child-likeness and childishness in regard to participating in God’s kingdom? Will you take time to sit with Jesus and let Him bless you today?

For Sunday, January 10, 2010

Reading Selections and Questions for Sunday, January 10, 2010.

1) Mark 8:1-13; Mark 6:30-44
What is the same in these two passages? What is different? Is there any area in your life where God shows His work, and then when you come to the same situation again, you respond the same as the first time?

2) Mark 8:14-21
What point was Jesus trying to make? Why were the disciples missing the lesson? What makes you miss lessons from God?

3) Mark 8:22-26
What steps did Jesus take to protect the Messianic secret in this passage? Why did it take 2 times of laying on of hands for the man to be healed?

4) Mark 8:27-33
What were Jesus’ concerns in these verses? How would you describe Peter’s action and words in these verses? Can you think of an experience where a serious spiritual misstep followed a spiritual victory in your life?