SUNDAY AT ASBURY UMC This Sunday we are looking at “The Purpose of the Church” from Acts 2:40-47 and additional reading from Acts 1:4-8 & 2:1-13. Last Sunday it was stated the church has a three-fold purpose: • the exaltation of God, • the edification of the saints, and • the evangelization of the world.Continue reading “Sunday at Asbury”
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Bible Study May 4
May 4, 2023 Our reading today takes us to a couple of Old Testament books 2 Samuel and 1 Chronicles. In 2 Samuel we are reading chapter 5 verses 11 to 25 and chapter six verses 1 to 23 and in 1 Chronicles chapters 13 to 16. 2 Samuel 5:11 – 25 – King HiramContinue reading “Bible Study May 4”
Becoming a Welcoming Church – Chapter 5
This book is written by Thom Rainer entitled “Becoming a Welcoming Church.” As with the last book I will be adding a chapter a day for us to consider. I am in no way saying our church or your church if you are reading this is not welcoming – just something to think about. IContinue reading “Becoming a Welcoming Church – Chapter 5”
Bible Study May 3
May 3, 2023 Today we are reading Psalms 106 – 107. Both of the psalms are Psalms of praised. Psalm 106 – There is joy in the forgiveness of Israel’s sin as recorded in this Psalm. The crossing of the Red Sea is recounted. Israel tested God with selfish desires and cravings. He gave themContinue reading “Bible Study May 3”
Bible Study May 2
May 2, 2023 Today we have a very short reading from Psalm 133, a Psalm of unity and praise. Psalm 133 – God delights when His people live in unity things that are lovely, pleasant, harmonious are all things God loves in the body. Here we see David using similes to express the joy ofContinue reading “Bible Study May 2”
Becoming a Welcoming Church Chapter 4
This book is written by Thom Rainer entitled “Becoming a Welcoming Church.” As with the last book I will be adding a chapter a day for us to consider. I am in no way saying our church or your church if you are reading this is not welcoming – just something to think about. IContinue reading “Becoming a Welcoming Church Chapter 4”
Bible Study May 1
May 1, 2023 We start May off with ten verses from 2 Samuel which are also captured in 1 Chronicles in our reading for today. 1 Chronicles 10 – The focus abruptly shifts from the history of Israel to their exile in Babylon (586 BC) and then goes back to the reign of King Saul.Continue reading “Bible Study May 1”
Bible Study April 30
April 30, 2023 Psalms 102 to 103 are three very different Psalms. As you read them name some differences and look how each could be useful to you. Psalm 102 – Over and over again the Bible depicts the brevity of life – that there a few short days to walk in this world, theyContinue reading “Bible Study April 30”
Bible Study April 29
April 29, 2023 1 Chronicles 7 – 10 today we read more about the descendants of the tribes, the sons and chief of the men of Benjamin, those who returned from the exile and the death of King Saul. Chapter 7 – This chapter primarily covers the northern tribes of Israel. The tribe of Benjamin,Continue reading “Bible Study April 29”
Becoming a Welcoming Church Chapter 3A
This book is written by Thom Rainer entitled “Becoming a Welcoming Church.” As with the last book I will be adding a chapter a day for us to consider. I am in no way saying our church or your church if you are reading this is not welcoming – just something to think about. IContinue reading “Becoming a Welcoming Church Chapter 3A”
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