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Home Study for January 21 to 26, 2013
Home Study
Monday – Read Philippians 2:5-11
What example did Jesus set for us here?
How can we go as Jesus did?
Pray for God to place on your heart someone with whom you can share the love of Jesus this week.
Tuesday – Read Acts 2:42-47
How complicated was the ministry of the believers here?
In what kinds of places did they gather? Why?
What was the result of these believers living out the truth of Jesus?
What can we do so that God can use us like that?
Wednesday – Read I Corinthians 2:1-5
Sometimes we feel inadequate to share the truth of Jesus with others.
What encouragement does this passage give you?
With whom can you share your experience with the grace and truth of Jesus this week?
Thursday – Read Acts 11:19-21
As you read this passage, did the followers of Jesus “speak to” or “preach at” people?
What is the difference?
What do you suppose they talked about?
What has Jesus done in your life that you can speak about to the people in your life?
Friday – Read II Corinthians 5:16-21
As followers of Jesus, how should we view ourselves? Why?
What have we been called to be in the lives of others?
By whose power can we do that?
How do these verses challenge you? How will you respond?
Saturday – Read Nehemiah 7:4-9
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Home Study for January 14 through 19, 2013
Monday – Read Psalm 34:1-10
Which of these verses give you the most comfort and confidence today?
Why?
What does God do for those who worship and seek Him?
What do you need God to do for you as you serve Him today?
Tuesday – Psalm 34:15-22
Which of these verses speak directly to your heart and life situation?
What will God deliver us from?
How complete is God’s deliverance?
Tell the Lord what you need Him to do in you today.
Wednesday – Read Psalm 27:1-6
How does David describe God in verses 1 and 2?
How did that affect his outlook toward his troubles?
Why was he confident even when being attacked?
What hope do these verses give you?
Thursday – Read II Corinthians 1:8-11
How does Paul describe the opposition he and Timothy faced?
What did they rely on for their deliverance – on what did they set their hope?
Where have you set your hope? What difference does it make to you?
Friday – Read Romans 8:28-39
Who or what did Paul say could separate us from God’s love?
Why is that true?
What is threatening you in these days?
What does God want to do in your circumstances and life?
Invite Him to work in you according to His love and will.
Saturday – Read Nehemiah 6:15-7:4
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Youth Group Event
Upcoming event for Jr. and Sr. High Students
Spartans Hockey game, Sunday, January 12th at The Rrrink
$6 w/ Student ID. Meet at MFC @ 1p.m. for a ride.
For More information contact Dave Gomez.
www.sospartans.com
1349 Center Drive
Medford, Or.
541-282-8430
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Thank You from the Staff
Thank you for all of the cards, gifts and the cash gifts shared with us throughout the Christmas season. It is a joy to worship and serve Jesus with all of you, our church family!
The Burton, Gomez, Wilson and Garrett Families
Blanket and Sleeping Bag Drive
We are collecting gently used or new blankets and sleeping bags to be given to a number of ministries in the valley. There is a collection box in the main hallway for your donations. Thank you to those who have already given to this ministry.
Wednesday Night Activities Resume January 9, 2013
Simple Meal will be at 6 p.m. Come & share the food, fellowship & God’s word.
At 7 p.m. Wednesday Night Kids meets downstairs in room #5. The youth meet for worship, study and small groups in Ross Chapel. The adult study meets in the fellowship hall classroom and is studying the Holy Spirit.
Ladies Meetings:
Friends Women
All ladies are invited and welcome to join us for sharing & caring fellowship. We will meet at 7 p.m. on January 15th, the meeting will be at the home of Ann Loar. Patsy Burton is co-hostess.
FWMF (Friends Women Missionary Fellowship)
Our time together is spent in fellowship and learning about the work of our missionaries, their needs and the people to whom they minister. All ladies are welcome to join us at the home of Donnalee Archibald, Thursday, January 17th, at 10 a.m. A buffet luncheon will follow the meeting.
All Church Potluck – Sunday, January 20th
Please join for a time of fellowship after the Sunday School hour in the fellowship hall. Bring your favorite main dish and salad, vegetable or dessert to share.
Upcoming event for Jr. and Sr. High Students
Spartans Hockey game, Friday, January 11th at The Rrrink
$6 w/ Student ID. Meet at MFC @ 7p.m. for a ride.
For More information contact Dave Gomez.
Girl’s Nite in the Word: Takes place at Community Bible Church, 500 N. 10th Street, in C.P. They meet upstairs in the youth room at 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. January 13th’s topic is “Toxic Relationships.”
2012 Financial Report Update
Due to some extremely generous end of the year giving our financial report has changed significantly since being published in the January Touchstone, showing a deficit of $9,476.84. The new report is as follows:
December 2012 Jan. – Dec. 2012
Income $35,379.82 $220,457.53
Expenses 17,506.84 219,783.37
Difference 17,872.98 674.16
As you may recall, our budget deficit was $17,270 at the end of November and we praise the Lord for His moving and generous provision to eradicate that deficit and to meet our needs so that we are free to continue sharing the truth and love of Jesus in our community and beyond. We are also thankful to everyone who gives and shares as you are able so that together we are able to fulfill God’s plan for us as His church.
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