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Summer Bible Study: WordGo’s Philippians: Joy in Christ: Week 1, Day 2: Philippians 2:1

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Summary of Philippians 2:1

Paul appeals to the benefits of Christian unity.

Questions for Philippians 2:1

3) They are encouraged in Christ, comforted by His love, sharing in the Spirit, tenderness and compassion.  Those who function without Christ rely on themselves, others, material objects, false gods, and more for their needs and happiness, rather, than God.

4) It is difficult to practice unity in Christ because we are fallen human, selfish and prideful and out for ourselves. We are not humble or self-sacrificing. Our unity with Christ is worth fighting for because it brings us closer to Christ. We become more Christ-like and able to do His purpose in our lives when we do so.

5) Yes. It is difficult to follow Christ and not to be selfish and let sin take over. And, I am not perfect, and I fail often. Still, I try and I feel like more often than not, I do succeed. I believe this all I can do on this side of heaven.

Conclusions to WordGo Philippians: Joy in Christ, Philippians 2:1

When we are more Christ-like, we are unified more with believers.

With Christ there is hope everywhere!

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Summer Bible Study: WordGo’s Philippians: Joy in Christ: Week 1, Day 1: Philippians 2:1-4

by atozmom, posted in WordGo Philippians: Joy in Christ

Summary of Philippians 2:1-4

Paul describes how to imitate Christ’s humility.

Questions for Philippians 2:1-4

1) Paul describes unity as being united with Christ with a common spirit, love, tenderness, and compassion. The benefits include having the same love, spirit, and mind as Christ.

2) He is always putting God first in His life, giving God the credit for everything, and talking about God. I could do the same thing!

Conclusions to WordGo Philippians: Joy in Christ, Philippians 2:1-4

Through Jesus, we can have a joyful life, even in adversity. When we devote our lives to Jesus, we have pure joy.

We need to be like-minded with Christ.

We are alive when we shine Christ wherever we go! Make that your goal today!

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Summer Bible Study Announcement!

by atozmom, posted in Bible Study Fellowship (BSF)

Hey all!

I hope you have had a great summer so far!

I’m announcing my summer Bible Studies!

Starting NEXT WEEK, on June 30th, I’ll be doing Philippians 1: Confident in Christ for 2 weeks via the WordGo app that BSF provides. This is a two-week course that will run through July 11th.

The second summer Bible study I will be doing is Philippians 2: Joy in Christ via WordGo, which will start July 28th and run through August 8th. This should set us up nicely for when BSF picks up again!

Remember to download the app to follow along!

Take care and can’t wait to share with you all!

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Summer Bible Study: WordGo’s Study of Habakkuk: Week 1, Day 6: Habakkuk 1:5

by atozmom, posted in WordGo Habakkuk Conversations With God

Passage: Habakkuk 1:5

“Look at the nations and watch — and be utterly amazed. For I am going to do something in your days that you would not believe, even if you were told.”

Reflection Questions for Habakkuk 1:5

15) I will pray in my moments of impatience and know it’s all in God’s plan.

16) I know God is in control, and He is the one who will judge all.

Conclusions to Week 1 of Habakkuk: Conversations With God Week 1

LOVE that God sends us out for Him and that we live for Him! Amen and Amen!

Great lesson on giving it all to God and letting Him be in control. Great reminders that His ways are not ours, and we are to accept whatever happens with an eye to the One who is ultimately in control!

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Summer Bible Study: WordGo’s Study of Habakkuk: Week 1, Day 3: Habakkuk 1:5-11

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Summary of Habakkuk 1:5-11

God answers Habakkuk’s question of why he tolerates his people doing evil by telling him He will raise up the Babylonians to enact justice upon His people who have turned to evil.

Questions for Habakkuk 1:5-11

6) God tells Habakkuk to look and watch and be utterly amazed at what He is about to do.

7) He tells Habakkuk that He will raise up the Babylonians who will seize their dwellings and who will come intent on violence. They will capture cities. No one wants to hear they will be conquered by known killers.

8 ) Yeah. Death. Moving. Not reaching my dreams. You feel disappointed, sad, mad, and confused. At first with all of the emotions humans are known for. Then, with acceptance and prayer.

Conclusions to WordGo’s Study of Habakkuk 1:5-11

God’s ways are not our own, and we must accept that and, indeed, embrace it. Yet, God is full of grace in offering His people a chance to repent. How awesome is He!

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Announcing This Summer’s Bible Studies!

by atozmom, posted in Studying the Bible

Hey all!

I hope you are all are well!

This summer, I’ve decided to keep it short and sweet so that you can still be in the Word but enjoy time doing your other favorite activities!

Beginning June 10th, I’ll be doing WordGo’s Study of Habakkuk.

Beginning July 15th, I’ll be doing WordGo’s Study of Hosea.

Both of these are just 2 weeks long!

WordGo is Bible Study Fellowship (BSF)’s Bible Study App. You can join online or download the app to your phone. Let me know if you have questions!

I’ll be posting my answers as usual each day, so feel free to follow along and comment!

Enjoy the long summer days, and God bless!

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Summer Bible Study: WordGo’s Christ’s Life and Work: Week 1, Day 6: Acts 7:55

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Passage: Acts 7:55

“But Stephen, full of the Holy Spirit, looked up to heaven and saw the glory of God, and Jesus standing at the right hand of God.”

Acts 7:55

Reflection Questions for Acts 7:55

15) I want to remember his humility, his concern and prayer for others, and how he uses the Bible to educate others. I think I’d be a much better person if I prayed for others more.

16) During his trial and testimony, Stephen always had a heart for his accusers and was concerned for them and their salvation. He was humble and relied on the word of God and prayer like Jesus. When I’m angry, it’s really hard to show the heart of Christ to others.

Conclusion to Week 1 of Christ’s Life and Work: Acts 7

Stephen is a really powerful example of how to live a life with God at the center. He lived and died for Christ, which should be all of ours goals. He prayed for others, and he never doubted the truth of God. Great!

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Summer Bible Study: WordGo’s Study of 1 John: Week 2, Day 6: 1 John 4:19

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PASSAGE IN 1 JOHN 4:19

“We love because he loved us first.”

1 John 4:19

REFLECTION QUESTIONS FOR 1 JOHN 4:19

15) Dear Lord, thank you for this life and life every day. Thank you for giving me the ability to follow my passion and for being able to do things with my kids and share my life with my kids.

16) Unsure how to put that into words. His love for me is so unfathomable for me that I can’t really describe this.

CONCLUSIONS TO WEEK 2 OF WORDGO’S STUDY OF 1 JOHN

I love how God’s fellowship can change how we live and how God aligns our hearts with His will in prayer. Good stuff!

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Summer Bible Study: WordGo’s Study of 1 John: Week 2, Day 5: 1 John 5:1-21

by atozmom, posted in WordGo 1 John

Summary of 1 John 5

If we love God, we’ll keep His commands, which are not burdensome.

Jesus came by water and blood, and it’s the Spirit, water, and blood that testifies.

God has given us eternal life. If we ask God anything in His will, He hears us.

Pray for those who sin, and God will give them life.

Jesus has come and given us understanding, so that we may know him who is true. When we are in Christ, we are in him.

Questions for 1 John 5:1-21

12) God has given us eternal life. The evidence of our faith is love for others and keeping God’s commands. The object of our faith is Christ and God. The results of faith are eternal life and asking God who hears us.

13) Anyone born of God does not continue to sin. The One who was born of God keeps them safe. The evil one cannot harm them.

14) Yes. Give me help to know the joyful obedience in where I live and be open to where to move if that is your will.

Conclusions to WordGo Study of 1 John 5:1-21

Faith produces obedience and love. God holds our hears. We now have the power to obey. We have a new perspective.

Faith tells us God answers our prayers and we have eternal salvation. God answers prayers according to His will with infinite wisdom, mercy, and grace.

We pray to align our hearts with His. If we pray according to God’s will, we are certain He hears and will answer.

God protects us from sin, we are His, we know the Truth.

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Summer Bible Study: WordGo’s Study of 1 John: Week 2, Day 2: 1 John 2:3-29

by atozmom, posted in WordGo 1 John

Summary of 1 John 2:3-29

If we obey God’s word, love for God is in us. If we live in God, we must live as Jesus did. If you love your neighbor, you are in God’s light. Your sins have been forgiven; you have overcome evil; you are strong and the Word of God lives in you. Don’t love the world and what is in it; love God instead.

Whoever denies that Jesus is the Son of God is the antichrist. Beware those trying to lead you astray. Continue in Christ.

Questions for 1 John 2:3-29

3) If we obey God’s Word, we have assurance He is in us because our love for God is truly made complete in them. You must live as Jesus did if you claim to live in him. Christians are commanded to love their brother and sister. Christians are commanded to not love the world or anything in the world.

4) Perseverance here is characterized by the words “remain in (or abide) and “continue in.” They hold onto God’s truth. False teachers deny Jesus is the Christ and that he is also God, both fully human and fully God. They speak against the truth in the Bible. God’s Word will help you hold onto the Truth.

5) The world normalizes sin and accepts it. Examples include striving to “have it all” and being materialistic, so anything you desire more than the Father. Believers can put God above all else and let their actions shine God, rather than the world. You can always give God the credit over everything else.

Conclusions to WordGo Study of 1 John 2:3-29

By obeying God’s Word, you can have assurance He is in you. Obviously, that’s easier said than done.

Next, persevere. If you obey and persevere, you cannot be led astray by false teachers.

We are to remain in the Lord, in God’s word, and in faith. We are to lean on him and live in his word.

Obeying God leads to knowing Him more.

Let the Holy Spirit guide you.

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