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Labor Practices & Life Principles

Reading:
Philippians 2:12-18

Notes:
- Work like the boss is around (even when this boss isn’t).
- Do it without complaining.
- Do it without disputing.
- Be straight (honest), even when others are crooked.
- Shine, especially when it’s darkest.
- Hold on to purpose.
- Be ready to sacrifice.
- Do it with a smile.

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In God We Trust

Readings
Exodus 3:5-10
John 10:10-11

Notes:
Trust that:
- God Notices
- God Hears
- God Cares
- God Acts

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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

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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.

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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.

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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

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Current Affairs: Biblical Perspectives 5 – Celebrate Good Times

Readings:
2 Samuel 6:12-23

Notes:
Celebration is in response to God’s blessings
Celebration may require effort & sacrifice
Celebration may involve risk-taking
Celebration will (almost) always be despised by someone
Celebration involves community (not solo)

Celebrate before the Lord
Celebrate Grace

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