GM 2010-08-29 In God We Trust
In God We Trust
Readings
Exodus 3:5-10
John 10:10-11
Notes:
Trust that:
- God Notices
- God Hears
- God Cares
- God Acts
In God We Trust
Readings
Exodus 3:5-10
John 10:10-11
Notes:
Trust that:
- God Notices
- God Hears
- God Cares
- God Acts
Grace Has Amazing Benefits
Readings:
Ephesians 2:8-10
Hebrews 4:14-16
John 14
Notes:
Grace = Undeserved Love, Unmerited Favor
G od’s
R iches
A t
C hrist’s
E xpense
God’s Riches:
- His loving heart
- His listening ear
- His limitless power
- His leading direction
- His lavish eternity
Current Events: Biblical Perspectives 8 – Fate & Destiny
Readings:
John 4:1-42
Notes:
Fate: A bigger plan than that is immediately apparent
Fatalism: Thinking that I (or we) have no effect on fate
God always shows up.
Points to ponder:
Always play hard (at least show up for the game).
Get right with what is (don’t play the what if game)
When you seek, open your eyes
Realize that “your” fate (destiny) in not isolated. We are interdependent.
Current Events: Biblical Perspectives 7 – Employment: Vocation & Volition
Readings:
Genesis 2
Ephesians 2:8-10
Notes:
Biblical Truths:
Work is Godly, good, and good for you
Work is hard, and hard on you
Vocation:
A Calling in your life
Volition:
A will (and power) for your life
Tips:
Listen for the Voice of God
Look for the Blessings of God
Consider:
Application – Do your best
Achievement – Pray that it is Blessed; give God the glory.
Current Events: Biblical Perspectives 6 – High Anxiety
Readings:
Psalm 46
Matthew 6:25-34
Notes:
Cause & Effect… How (much of) Life Works
Cause:
-Anxiety is caused by Wrong Perspectives
-Anxiety is caused by Wrong Priorities
Effect:
Anxiety Shortens Life
Anxiety Complicates Life