March 11, 2010
Good morning :) I hope you're doing well this morning and that you've had some good time in prayer!
For today... (Drumroll please...) we'll be doing personal study on the word "share." :) Practical application, my friends! I'd suggest writing the verses you find on note cards... "meditate on them day and night" as they say :) You'll be so, so glad that you did!
SHARE.
You may want to try other words as well along this theme. Some suggestions are praise, act, speak, and tell.
In so doing, remember our key verse on this topic: (definitely note card and memorization worthy... just sayin!)
Philemon 6
I pray that you may be active in sharing your faith, so that you will have a full understanding of every good thing we have in Christ.
Also remember: 1 Peter 3:15 But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give reason for the hope that you have. But do it with gentleness and respect...
Happy studying to you! I KNOW that each and every day truly invested in your knowing, living, and sharing, will result in unspeakable joy!
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March 9, 2010
Good morning and happy coffee to you!
Thank you for the research you did on KNOW. It's so awesome to just sit and read what God teaches each one of us and learn from it. What an awesome thing He does teaching us individually, and yet grouping us together to learn from one another!
Today... we'll do the same thing on LIVE.
Ready... set... GO!
Make sure you take time to read through all of the submissions yesterday. Again, feel free to send in several verses, or only one. That's fine too!!! Whatev... Continue reading...
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March 9, 2010
Good Morning!
[Plant your feet.] Stop and pray. Let's make this a habit... always!
Where are you standing?
Throughout this study... I have learned so much from you, and I'm so thankful! In thinking through this study and the principles “Know what you know, Live what you know, Share what you know” it's been hitting me more and more that this theme seems very complete... and is a constant cycle that the Lord laid out. I hear it in almost every scripture now. I see it patterned for us in... Continue reading...
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March 8, 2010
Good morning to you again, my friends! I'm looking forward to digging into our last week of Stand with YOU! Last week for input and questions... if there is anything on your heart, please let us know!
I enjoyed our discussion on sharing. It is clear (and so awesome!!!) That sharing is:
1. For OUR benefit as well (Philemon 1:6) You should be active in sharing your faith, so that YOU will have a full understanding of the hope that you profess.
2. For the benefit of others. Check this one from Psal... Continue reading...
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March 5, 2010
His love endures forever.
We can ALWAYS sing a NEW SONG to the SAME GOD.
It never ceases to amaze me. [Praise The Lord!]
Please read Philemon 6, Psalm 34:1-8, Psalm 147.
For discussion:
Why is it necessary to share and to praise [out loud]? Do you think it's a part of our own journey of standing... to share the Lord and help others up as well? Why or why not?
Challenge: Will you write your own psalm? A testimony of faithfulness and praise to the Lord?
What a great opportunity to know it yourself,... Continue reading...
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March 4, 2010
You will go out in joy and be led forth in peace. The mountains and hills will burst into song before you, and all the trees of the field will clap their hands. Isaiah 55:12
[Stop] and thank God that He is the Prince of Peace! He is the author and perfecter of our Faith! That He provides a way for us to stand, regardless of our circumstances, and that He is even Lord of creation!
I love the order in this verse. First... we have the incredible gift of the opportunity to go out... walk toward... ... Continue reading...
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March 3, 2010
Good Morning! I hope you're starting your day seeking peace... and enjoying it thoroughly. :) Don't miss your time in prayer today! I have come to realize something this year that was at first uncomfortable, but I've progressively found is indescribably wonderful. When God says or promises something... there are no exceptions. SO I have access to peace at all times... sometimes He wants us to wrestle with Him in order to find it. Sometimes we need to allow Him to change our hearts and perspec... Continue reading...
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March 1, 2010
Peace.
Is it really possible?
Is it at all probable?
Yes. Without question.
Do you know the best way to find the inner rock, foundation, and core of peace? You guessed it. Same as always. Please spend a moment on your knees... then we'll dig through His word.
Turn from evil and do good. Seek peace and pursue it. The eyes of the Lord are on the righteous and His ears are attentive to their cry. Psalm 34:14-15
Peace is for seeking. It's for pursuing. And it's worth it.
FOR TODAY: Please look up the ... Continue reading...
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March 1, 2010
Good morning my friends! It is so good to be together again in God's word every Monday! I hope you each had a wonderful weekend.
On Friday, I kept you reading for quite some time. Not today. You're welcome. If you missed Friday's discussion you should have time to go back and go through it. I hope it'll be an encouragement to you!
Read Psalm 40.
(Want an extra encouragement today? Read Psalm 33 as well.)
Notice especially:
I waited patiently for the Lord; He turned to me and heard my cry. He lifte... Continue reading...
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February 25, 2010
How was your time in praise and worship yesterday? I hope it was sweet.
Let's pick up where we left off. Yesterday we hit 1-2.
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(v.1) Praise the Lord!
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We have sinned.
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(v.7-29) We've talked often about the Israelites wallowing in their circumstances, rather than remembering the character of their God. Have you ever specifically praised Him for the history in the Bible? Have you stopped to witness, remember, and pull together God's hand in your own life? Will you stop and journal... Continue reading...
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| Photos by Beth Simmons STAND....right where you are! This Bible study was a huge blessing in my life as I was able to participate online while continuing my "at home care" of my mother! Each day I was able to draw out what was needed in my own life, and as I was able, I had the opportunity to share online with other participants what God's word was teaching me. The study itself invoked fresh thoughts of ancient scriptures - proving the enduring power and relevance of God's word. I recommend this study to anyone who wants to experience the awesome wonder of a loving God speaking to your heart. STAND is a down-to-earth look at what the Bible has to say about the difficult times that we all face in our lives. It looks at practical ways to make it through those times without feeling like you're drowning. It's great to study with other people and have such an easy format to share your thoughts and questions. (you can use my first name, last name, or anonymous - whichever you prefer) – Amy You can submit your thoughts by sending an email to the5.2project@gmail.com or simply drop your thoughts in the box above and they'll come straight to us. * Please put "STAND" in the subject line. We'll post your entry the same day. If the box fills up, that's ok! Just send us another one, or use the email address! Looking forward to hearing from you!!! Send us a picture of your rainy day (shoes... boots... bare feet... :) and we'll post them below! The5.2project.gmail.com |
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