Here is a synopsis of the study that will be one of the three choices for you this fall on Tuesday mornings called The Truth Project by Focus on the Family. From their website: ...only nine percent of professing Christians have a Biblical worldview. Because of this, today's believers live very similary to non-believers...we spend our money and time on things that fail to satisfy, and we begin to wonder what life's ultimate purpose really is. We believe this curriculum can be a catalyst for...change within the body of Christ, as thousands of people are "transformed by the renewing of their mind" (Romans 12:2). As He has throughout history, God continues to call ordinary people to make an eternal difference in our world. I invite you to go the website for this study http://www.thetruthproject.org/ to get more information. You can view the trailer and get a good feel for what this course is about. It's a good one!
Christians girlfriends, have you ever been offended by something that someone has said to you or about you? Have you been offended by something that someone else has done?
Let's face it, we have all felt offended by something someone says or does at one time or another in our lives. It's going to happen! Jesus said to his disciples in Luke 17:1 "It is impossible that offenses will not come." The Bait of Satan by John Bevere exposes one of Satan's most deceptive snares used to pull believers out of God's will. It is the trap of offense (or feeling offended.) And most people who are ensnared don't even realize it. So don't be fooled! You are going to be offended and it is up to you how you are going to let it affect your relationship with God. You can learn how to not be ensnared in the victim mentality and walk in forgiveness.
Personal example - after I read the first 4 chapters of this book, God had already convicted me about 2 areas in my life that I needed to take care of. Ouch!
This will be one of our Tuesday morning studies. I'll post a synopsis of the 3rd study this week.
Have a good day!
Need to clear up a little confusion on our Tuesday morning studies for this fall. The way it was listed it looked like we had 5 different studies starting at the same time. Actually, we will have 3 studies begin September 1st:
"Sink or Walk on Water" by Michelle Nichol
"The Bait of Satan" by John Bevere and
"The Truth Project" by Focus on the Family
In the next few days, I will post a synopsis of each study so you can begin praying about which one God would like to do this fall. Believe me, they are all good and it is going to be hard to decide! Let God lead you....He knows where you will be this fall and what He wants to say to you.
"Sink or Walk on Water" by Michelle Nichol
From Michelle: Have you ever asked "Why would God let that happen?" Well, if you haven't asked it yet, someday you will. Our "someday" came when a doctor's diagnosis rocked our world. When our son turned eight months old, we were told he had cerebral palsy. At that moment, we embarked on a journey of what, at the outset, seemed like an endless voyage through stormy seas. Through the many tears and prayers, we've learned to trust that God will bring us through stormy waters to ones quiet and tranquil - reaching out to guide us all the way. Sink or Walk on Water is a chronicle of our journey so far. This Bible study will take you on a journey through uncharted waters, stormy seas, and sometimes smooth sailing. On this journey, we will learn why there are storms in our lives and how to navigate them. This study will strengthen your relationship with God and provide invaluable tools to use while traversing your own storms of life.
Please call or email if you have any questions! I'd love to hear from you!
Lorrel Lyles
479-644-9383
lorrell@fbcbentonville.org
Good grief!! It's been way too long since our last update!! Life gets so busy, doesn't it? Just want you all to know that our fall Bible Studies have been selected. Here's the line-up:
Sunday afternoon (begins Sept. 13th) - "Anointed, Transformed, Redeemed" with Kay Arthur, Beth Moore and Priscilla Shirer
Monday night (begins Sept. 14th) - "Seeking Him" by Nancy Leigh DeMoss & Tim Grissom
Tuesday morning (begins Sept. 1st) -
"Sink or Walk on Water" by Michelle Nichol
"The Bait of Satan" by John Bevere
"In the Garden" by Kay Arthur
"Me, Myself and Lies" by Jennifer Rothschild
"The Truth Project"by Focus on the Family
We've also added a Thursday night study that will begin September 10th. You have to sign up for this one, though, so call the church office at 273-3379 if you are interested in taking this study.
"Breaking Free" by Beth Moore
Our next GIRLFRIENDS' NIGHT OUT will be Thursday, August 27th from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. We will play bunko again – it is a fun way to relax and meet new people, make new friends and re-connect with old ones. And we have great snacks!! Put it on your calendars, girls!
New to First Baptist or Women's Bible study?
Join us for our New Members Luncheon
Who: Ladies who have joined the church or 4W in the past year
When: Tuesday, April 28th, 2009 at 11:30
Childcare provided
What: Free lunch in your honor
Why: To welcome you and inform you about other church ministries and
activities.
We would love to meet you and get to know you personally.
Please call the church office (273-3379) or click here to reserve your spot.
Our Tuesday morning study Anointed, Transformed, Redeemed has been fabulous! It was written after a Deeper Still event in 2007. To experience the teachings of Priscilla Shirer, Beth Moore and Kay Arthur yourself, sign up for:
Deeper Still: The Event with Kay Arthur, Priscilla Shirer, and Beth Moore
Cox Business Services Convention Center Oklahoma City, OK Friday, December 04, 2009 - Saturday, December 05, 2009
Click here for more information.
We had a wonderful time last Thursday during Ladies' Night Out! It was a great time to visit with ladies we know - and a great time to meet new ones! We played bunco and even those who didn't know how to play learned quickly - thanks to Cindy Knipple's patient instructions. Lots of door prizes were given away. Don't you just love door prizes?? And probably the best part was the snacks. Each table had a couple of bowls on it filled with all kinds of goodies. You might have Chex Mix and M&M's at one table and peanuts and jellybeans on another! Hmmmmm! Fun!!
