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In Search of a Leader: Tragedy and Triumph in the Book of Judges

“Finish the Task” – Judges 1-3:6

1. Explain your feelings about this statement: “A job worth doing is a job worth doing well.”
2. Why do things that are “worth doing” met with great opposition and difficulty?
3. What goal in your life are you unwilling to sacrifice at any cost? If you do not have a goal like this, why not?

God Wants You to Grow: Get a New Religion

James 1:26-27

1. Describe a religion of the world that is different from yours. What are some of their requirements?
2. Once you became a Christian, what are your requirements?
3. How does James describe our religious requirements in James 1:26-27?

God wants you to grow: Get a Better Mirror

June 1, 2008

James 1:21-25

Questions for discussion with your family or group:

• Have you ever seen yourself in a carnival mirror? How did it make you look?
• What do you use your mirror for?
• What things do you use to examine your life (thoughts, actions, attitudes, etc.)? Why?

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photocredit: Stephen Coburn

God wants you to grow: Tips from the Garden

James 1:21-25

Questions for discussion with your family or group:

• Tell about something that you have successfully grown. What were some obstacles to growth?
• What are three reasons that God would want believers to grow spiritually?
• What is preventing your spiritual growth today?

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photocredit: Stephen Coburn

You can’t read the Parable of the Soils (Sower) without asking the question: “So, which soil am I?” Take a look with me at this wonderful parable that Jesus so masterfully crafted to cut to the heart of our commitment. He begins the parable by saying, “Listen!”

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May 11, 2008 - 1 Samuel 1-2

Family Discussion Questions:

1. What do you do that makes you feel important?
2. Name at least one positive contribution that you hope to make in your lifetime. Explain.
3. How much are you worth to God? (avoid simple answers)

We had the privilege of having Richard Green preach in our revival services this week. As I listened to him, I realized that he had a great deal of wisdom about living in a relationship with Christ. I took the opportunity to sit down with him ask him some questions about prayer. You will be encouraged by what Bro. Richard has to share in this 22 minute interview on prayer.

Interview with Richard Green (MP3)

 Update: I would like to hear your comments about the revival on this post or your own blog. If you blog about the revival, let me know and I will include your post in this link.

• Travis: “RRRRR-Richard Green” post
• Richard’s Pakistan trip

What does it mean when we say we have been redeemed? God has given us value by purchasing us out of slavery. You may be struggling with issues over your self-worth, but you must find your worth in Christ.

Our Redemption - Ephesians 1:7-8

The discussion on election/predestination has continued to fuel and inflame. Most people in the pew don’t know what the discussion is about. Ephesians chapter one has some important information for us about election. Ultimately, God purpose is not seen in when He chose us but that he chose us. God has created inside of us the need for Him and He has a plan for our lives. Be encouraged as you seek God’s will for your life - He wants to show you - It is not to be a mystery!

Our Election - Ephesians 1:1-6

What makes God so incredibly dependable? His nature is unchanging. Take a look at Romans 11:29 with me as we examine the unchangeable qualities of God.

Dec. 30 - Anticipating the Irrevocable Gift (Romans 11:29)

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