Outside the Comfort Zone of Appearance: David I Samuel 16:1-13 Last night our ladies' Bible study discussed the first issue outside of our comfort zone: appearance. David was the character of focus and to begin the evening, I asked the question: When men and women of the Bible allowed themselves to go outside of their comfort zones, then the Lord received the most glory. Why? Because of the … [Read more...] about Lesson 2 Outside the Zone Part 1
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Looking Forward to Lesson 2
Outside the Zone of Appearance : David Read I Samuel 16:1-13 Why did God send Samuel to Bethlehem? What characteristics did the Lord tell Samuel specifically NOT to look for? Why do you think that it is so difficult not to judge a person by their appearance? Is there a particular verse in this passage that stands out to you? As we look forward to studying David, his comfort zone, and his … [Read more...] about Looking Forward to Lesson 2
Week 1 Outside the Zone
Tonight our ladies' Bible study group discussed our comfort zones as an introduction to the course. One definition of "comfort zone" was a comfortable place where self-imposed boundaries define our thoughts and actions. The boundaries can be physical, mental, emotional or spiritual. Our desire as a study group is to focus on journeying outside our spiritual comfort zones. In reviewing Heb. … [Read more...] about Week 1 Outside the Zone
Outside the Zone: Intro Week June 10th
All Christians have a comfort zone. Whether we realize or not, we have these certain areas we are "called" to serve in. We've been "gifted" a particular way, and God does that! But.... truthfully, we use that so many times as a limit on how far we will allow God to work in our lives. If an opportunity arises that is "outside of our comfort zone," then we bypass. There is always someone better … [Read more...] about Outside the Zone: Intro Week June 10th
Outside the Zone
While Matt and I were on vacation, a great deal of time was afforded to me to study and prepare for the summer ladies' Bible study that I host. Last year after "Hannah, the Power of Prayer," I began reading and studying a topic that is so relevant for today's Christians. God has given each of us a unique set of talents and gifts. Our personalities, family backgrounds, and experiences all … [Read more...] about Outside the Zone
Outside the Zone
I know, being "in the zone" is usually the goal. Basketball- you want to make the baskets. Baseball- get it in the strike zone. Volleyball- inside the lines. Soccer- kick it in the goal. I love sports and I'm all about the rules. For a minute, indulge me.As Christians, suppose that God wants to use you "outside the zone?" He has given you a unique set of talents and you are 100% about using … [Read more...] about Outside the Zone
Hannah’s Prayer Path
I Samuel 2:18-21You may have heard the statement, "You can never outgive God." But how many of us really believe it? We all know about Hannah desperately begging God for a child and God granting her request. And most of us have read far enough along to know that Hannah made a coat for Samuel every year, which she took to him at the yearly sacrifice time. Imagine the joy of sewing that precious … [Read more...] about Hannah’s Prayer Path
Waiting… and “Action!”
I Samuel 2:11-18Wait up! Wait for me. Wait a minute….Wait, wait, wait. We hear the word "wait" and automatically think of a temporary hold. We see a sign that says "waiting room" and immediately picture people sitting in lethargy, yawning extensively.In our passage today, continuing in the story of Hannah, we arrive at the doorstep of Eli's wicked sons. Because the focus of this lesson is not … [Read more...] about Waiting… and “Action!”