Calvary Reflections
Reflecting on God's Word
Reflecting God to the World
April 17, 2016
Thanks!
Thanks to all who came to the Dinner and a Movie last night.
Thanks to all the youth who assisted with the Dinner and a Movie!
Bible Reading
This week's Old Testament reading (Judges 9-21 and Ruth 1-4) continues with Gideon's son trying to become king. Chapters 10-16 carries forward the history of the Jews with the judges named Tola, Jair, Jephthah, Ibzan, Elon, Abdon, and Samson.
In chapters 17-18 we see Micah's idolatry and how it led to the entire Tribe of Dan having to relocate.
In chapter 19-21, se see the crime of Gibeah and its consequences.
Then there's the book of Ruth. Such a love story. It starts with Ruth's devotion to her mother-in-law in chapter 1. In chapter 2, Boaz takes a liking to her and provides for her needs. In chapter 3 Boaz says that he will redeem her. In chapter 4 he does, only after the nearer kin had a chance and refused. And yes, Ruth becomes the great-grandmother of King David.
Interesting thoughts:
· In chapter 9, Abimelech does all he can to not be remembered as one who was killed by a women (since that was a disgrace). So, he is remembered as the one killed by a woman.
· In chapter 10, God says that he wasn't going to help them anymore. What brought God back to their aide? How does that apply to us today?
· Notice in chapter 11 that Jephthah had a bad upbringing, joined some ruffians, and then was used by God to lead Israel. God can use you today no matter your upbringing, your past, etc.
· Yes, Samson had a problem with women, and yes, God allowed him to commit suicide.
· Notice the interesting way God provided husbands for the women in chapter 21.
· In the first part of Ruth 2 we see the best solution for a lot of the poverty issues.
Announcements
Revival
Continue to pray for the Lord to work in your life.
For those doing the 30 days of prayer devo, let's start on Monday (tomorrow).
A few books are left, or get the PDF at prayfor30days.org (and I have attached it to this email).
Tonight!
Kids, join us at 5:30 for Thrive!
Adults, join us at 6 for a Bible Study on Angels and Demons.
Thrive Volunteers
Please let Adam know that you can help teach Thrive once every other month.
Summer Camp
From July 18-22, those who have completed 3rd-12th grades will be going to Mundo Vista (girls) or Camp Caraway (boys).
Please return a Camp form and $20 per child Today.
Mentors
We will have our last 2 meetings this Wed and next Wed (April 20 and 27) at 6pm.
Please finish the books.
We will soon be pairing up with new converts.
Women of Joy Conference
Clara, Hilary, Kimmie, Ellen, Tricia, Helen, Amber, Tannah, and Sue Ellen will be attending this event from Fri, April 22 - Sun, April 24. Please pray for them during this conference.
Fun Day / Yardsale
This will be on Sat, May 21. Please start collecting items for prizes and the yard sale.
Cookbooks
Please review your recipes for corrections or additions. Tricia will be compiling a list of those corrections to place in the front of the cookbooks. Please write those up with name of recipe and page number.
Boys and Girls Homes
In addition to our second offering today, you can give them the items listed on the bulletin board.
Safety PSA
Please lock your cars when you are at the church.
God's Prescription…
If you are impatient, sit down quietly and talk with Job.
If you are a little strong headed, go and see Moses.
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