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Home Study 1-16-12 through 1-21-12
Monday – Read Matthew 16:13-20
Why might there have been confusion among the people at this time as to whom Jesus was?
Who did Peter say Jesus was?
Why does Jesus build His church on this confession of who He is?
What does it mean to us that Jesus is building His church?
Tuesday – Read Matthew 20:20-28
Why did the mother of James and John want her sons to be on each side of Jesus in His kingdom?
What did she, and the disciples, not understand about what Jesus came to do?
How did Jesus turn their idea of leadership upside down?
How does this apply to our lives today?
Wednesday – Read Proverbs 16:1-9
Why is verse 2 an important truth to understand?
What does it mean to commit to the Lord whatever we do? Is it asking Him to bless our plans or seeking to know and follow His plans?
According to verse 9, who is really in control of our lives?
How should this impact how we live?
Thursday – Read II Timothy 4:1-5
Why is it important for leaders to teach and correct properly?
According to verse 2, what should their attitude be? Why?
What does it take for a leader to teach properly?
How can you support those who preach and teach among us?
Friday – Read Hebrews 13:7-8 and 17-18
What can we do to support our leaders?
What does this create within them?
Why is this important?
What is God saying to you? How will you respond?
Saturday – Read I Thessalonians 5:12-15
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Home Study January 9 to 14, 2011
Monday – Read I Thessalonians 4:9-12
Why does God call His followers to live in love?
By whose power can we love?
How can we increase our ability to live in love?
What can we do to win the respect of those outside the church?
Why is this important? How does this challenge you?
Tuesday – Read I Corinthians 3:1-9
Why does God give each of us a different job to do in the work of His church?
Who is the one that makes things grow?
According to verse 8, what are we rewarded for, the size of our harvest or our faithfulness to do what God has called us to do?
Why is this important?
What has God called you to do? Are you being faithful?
Wednesday – Read II Corinthians 9:6-11
How does this apply to giving to the work of God’s church?
How does this challenge you?
How will you respond?
Thursday – Read Titus 2:11-15
To whom has the grace of God that brings salvation appeared?
How can we help others to understand and apply it to their lives?
Who is your life needs to accept God’s grace? What can you do?
Friday – Read II Timothy 2:14-19
What do we need to do correctly handle the Word of God?
Why is this important?
How can we help others to better understand the Word of God?
How does this passage challenge you? How will you respond?
Saturday – Read I Thessalonians 5:12-15
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Youth Group Events
Secondhand Dreamers & Harmony Hi-see
Outreach Concert Friday, January 20th
6 p.m. at MFC – Admission is Free! Bring a Friend.
Sunday, January 22nd
3 p.m. Youth meet @ MFC for ride to the RRRink
Cost $6 with ID. Sign-up in Ross Chapel.
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January 2012
Wycliffe Associates Report
Sunday, January 8th at 9:30 a.m.
It has been a joy and blessing to have Josh, Audra, Raeleigh and Gabe Cadd with us as they have been on vacation from their work with Wycliffe Associates in Kenya. During worship on January 8, 2012, they will be sharing with us about their work and the ways that they have seen God working. Plan to come and expect to be challenged!
Ladies You Are Invited to a Baby Shower for Chelsie Hayes, Tuesday, January 10th, at 7 p.m. in the fireside room. Chelsie and Jeremy are having a baby boy, named Luke, and they are registered at Target.
Wednesday Night Activities will Resume January 11th Simple Meal at 6 p.m. Followed by Wed. Night Kids, Youth Group, and Adult Study at 7 p.m. If you haven’t been here on Wednesday evenings in the past, come and join us this year!
New Carpet for Ross Chapel
The Stewards are pleased to report that we will be having new carpet installed in Ross Chapel on January 17, 2012. On Monday, January 16th we need a crew of people to remove the old carpet and prep the floor for installation. We will begin this work at 9 a.m. on the 16th and if you can help please be sure to let Dick Hall or Mark Burton know.
Thank you to everyone who gave so generously!
As a church family we were able to give Christmas gifts to 31 children and young people and Christmas dinner boxes to 20 families. There are so many people in our neighborhood who need a helping hand right now and we are blessed to be able to share the love of Jesus with them.
Ladies Meetings in January:
Friends Women – All ladies are invited and welcome to join us for sharing & caring fellowship. We will meet Tuesday, January 17th, at the home of Glenda Workman. Denise Fleming is co-hostess.
FWMF (Friends Women Missionary Fellowship) is open to all women of our church. Our time together is spent in fellowship and learning about the work of our missionaries, their needs and those people to whom they minister. This year’s theme is “God’s Global Network.” All ladies are welcome to join us at MFC, Thursday, January 19th, at 10 a.m. A buffet luncheon will follow the meeting.
Help Wanted on Wednesday Nights 6:45 to 8 p.m.
On Wednesday nights we have a small but great group of kids that range from pre-school to elementary age. Patsy Burton works with the kids but could use another person to help. If you are interested in helping minister to these kids or have questions please see Patsy or Mark Burton.
All Church Potluck – Sunday, January 15th
Bring a main dish & a salad, vegetable or dessert and join in the fellowship following the 11 a.m. Sunday School hour.
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