Bible Study

·        Do I believe God cares about what’s important to me?  ·        Do I pray enough? ·        Why should I never stop praying?

·        What is the next event according to the Bible? ·        What is the Millennium? ·        What changes are there going to be on planet earth? ·        How do these events impact my life?

Does God really care about me? What is fasting and how does God see it? How do I impress the Lord? What is most important to God?

►Who or what gives you comfort when facing a seemingly impossible situation?  ►Have you ever felt frustrated when doing something you knew God wanted you to do? ►Do you ever think about the power of God and His control over all things when you are facing difficulty?

What is keeping you from growing spiritually? What do you put your trust in? Where is God in all that's going on today?

What does it mean to produce fruit as a disciple of Jesus? How can you identify a Christ follower? How you can become a more effective Christ follower.

* Do you ever find yourself wishing you could control the outcome of events or bargain with God to get what you wanted? * Have you ever been in a situation in which you wondered if God was truly in control? * What have you heard or seen God do in your life or the life of others that would confirm the greatness of God? 

Have you repented of your sins , agreed to turn from you sin and asked Jesus to save you?  Do you spend time with Jesus?  Do you have a hunger for God's Word?  Do you have a heart for the lost?  YOU DECIDE IF YOUR FAITH IS REAL OR NOT!

Does God Really Hear Your Prayers? What did you do the last few times you received bad news or were fearful about a situation?  When you pray, do you truly believe God will hear your requests?  Do you stop and think about how your own needs and desires fit with life that should be characterized by a love for God over self?

PRIORITIES OF A DISCIPLE Following Jesus means living a life that reflects His character and priorities John 13:34 - So now I am giving you a new commandment: Love each other. Just as I have loved you, you should love each other. John 14:12 - “I tell you the truth, anyone who believes in me will do the same works I have done, and even greater works, because I am going to be with the Father John 13...

* How does a crisis reveal a person’s true character and beliefs? * What is the difference between human wisdom and Godly wisdom? * Do you ever have trouble believing that God is in control of the events of the modern world?

Jesus calls every person to follow Him What comes to mind when you hear someone say they are a follower of Jesus? What do you think is required of a fully-devoted disciple of Jesus?

What does it mean to be sovereign?  God is the supreme authority and all things are under His control.   1.Omnipotent: Having unlimited Power, able to do anything 2.Omniscient: Knowing everything 3.Omnipresent: Everywhere at the same time

1. What are some things that may cause a person to question who’s really in control? 2. What major national or world event during your lifetime shocked you the most? 3.     What can we learn about world events and why they are occuring today

COUNTING THE COST OF FOLLOWING JESUS

Do you believe God is sovereign? Do you believe God has a plan for your life? THIS SESSION WILL ADDRESS THESE TOPICS AND MANY MORE!

Isaiah saw the Lord. He was sitting on a lofty throne, and the train of his robe filled the Temple. 2 Attending him were mighty seraphim, each having six wings. With two wings they covered their faces, with two they covered their feet, and with two they flew. 3 They were calling out to each other, “Holy, holy, holy is the Lord of Heaven’s Armies!  The whole earth is filled with his glory!” 4 Their...

Written by the Prophet Isaiah about 740-700 BC Prophetic book quoted many times in the New Testament  Isaiah was a prophet carrying God’s message to the Children of Israel and the Children of Israel to God. He hurt and rejoiced with the God he served. He hurt for his people and longed for their redemption  The book is beautifully rich and complex Isaiah reveals a God who is in total control of the...

Solomon details his engagement and marriage to the Shulammite woman.  They express their feelings and desires for each other

Proverbs 31 is one of the most interesting chapters in the Bible on the "Attributes of a Wife of Noble Character"

Solomon addresses discipline with his sons • How will children respond to discipline?  • Why do we need to accept divine guidance?  • Why you should think before you speak? • What happens to great leaders who care about their people? Proverbs 29

Why does Solomon spend so much time talking about alcohol use?        What do you think causes people to abuse alcohol and food?  What’s your approach to overcoming the conflicting influences that attempt to take control of you?  What actions might a person need to take so they don’t find themselves in the picture painted by addiction?  What actions might a person need to take so they don’t find t...

What does wisdom teach?  Who is the best resource to help you make tough decisions?  How to live at peace with your neighbors?  How do I make the best life plans?

Following God’s wisdom leads to joy, while failing to do so leads to grief Study Passage:  Proverbs 14:8-15

Proverbs 8 *What is Wisdom? *How do I access Wisdom? *What are the benefits of Wisdom?