YAM eNews Week of November 30, 2003
If you would like to contribute to the YAM eNews, send an email to tfbyam1@hotmail.com.
=============================
IN THE eNEWS THIS WEEK
REGULAR HAPPENINGS—Worship, Eat, The Gathering, Bible Study
COMING UP IN DECEMBER, Dates TBA
STUDYING ROMANS WITH PASTOR CHARLIE
HOW DO YOU NURTURE YOUR SOUL?
=============================
REGULAR HAPPENINGS—Worship, Eat, The Gathering, Big Rocks
WORSHIP @ 8:45 am—Main Worship Center
EATING TOGETHER, 4th Sunday @ 11:45 am
Next EATING TOGETHER is December 28
Meet in the TFB patio
SDGs (SPIRITUAL DISCUSSION GROUPS)
The Gathering @ 10 am—TFB College Room
Current Study: Nurture, led by Tom
An online summary is available weekly on The YAM Discussion Blog
Bible Study @ 8:00-9:00 pm on Tuesdays— TFB College Room
Current Study: And being made in the likeness of men, Philippians 2:5-13
An online summary is available weekly at The YAM Discussion Blog
=============================
COMING UP IN DECEMBER, Dates TBA
MOVIE NIGHT—one person wants the LOTR one and two, others want something else. We’ll see who wins…bwa ha ha ha
RETREAT (around $25, sometime between Christmas and New Years)
=============================
STUDYING ROMANS WITH PASTOR CHARLIE
The Christian View of Life, Part 32
HOW TO BUILD UP OTHERS
or
HOW NOT TO CAUSE ANOTHER CHRISTIAN TO STUMBLE
Romans 14:13-15:13
RECOGNIZE THAT YOUR ACTIONS AFFECT OTHERS (v. 13).
My actions could cause other believers to stumble (v. 13).
My actions could cause other believers to be distressed (v. 15).
My actions could cause other believers to be destroyed (v. 15).
COMMIT YOURSELF TO BUILDING UP OTHERS (v. 13).
APPRECIATE THE VALUE OF EACH PERSON (v. 15).
KEEP YOUR FOCUS ON WHAT IS REALLY IMPORTANT (v. 16).
Proverbs 6:16, 19
Titus 3:10, 11
LIMIT YOUR LIBERTY OUT OF LOVE FOR OTHERS (v. 20).
It is wrong when it violates a clear standard of the Bible.
It is wrong when I know to do good but don’t do it.
James 4:17
It is wrong when I am not sure if it is right, but I do it anyway (v. 23).
It is wrong when I cause a believer to go against their conscience.
1 Corinthians 8:9-12
1 Corinthians 10:23, 24
Galatians 5:13
KEEP YOUR OPINIONS TO YOURSELF (v. 22).
Romans 12:18
MAINTAIN A CLEAR CONSCIENCE (v. 23).
PUT THE GOOD OF OTHERS BEFORE YOURSELF (15:1, 2).
Romans 15:5
=============================
HOW DO YOU NURTURE YOUR SOUL?
NURTURE
See the Discussion Blog for more.
WHAT ARE YOU DOING TO NURTURE YOUR SOUL?
Here are some suggestions from the Sunday Gathering:
Search the bible for a “verse of the day/week” and post it in a public place.
Practice giving and encourage others to give.
Pray.
Study the Bible or different topics.
Have a regular devotional time.
Spend time in nature.
Read Christian books—fiction or non-fiction.
Listen to the Radio and CDs.
WHY IS IT HARD TO FIT GOD INTO OUR SCHEDULE?
Nurturing your soul requires time.
Nurturing your soul requires focused thought.
Nurturing your soul requires effort.
WHY IS NURTURE IMPORTANT?
First, because Jesus is worth it.
Second, because we need it.
Third, because it’s our responsibility.
Fourth, because unchurched people expect us to be holy—and they’re right!
= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = =
= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = =
YAM eNews Week of November 23, 2003
If you would like to contribute to the YAM eNews, send an email to tfbyam1@hotmail.com.
=============================
IN THE eNEWS THIS WEEK
REGULAR HAPPENINGS—Worship, Eat, The Gathering, Big Rocks
CHICKEN TACO NIGHT!!
WANNA GOLD STAR???
TANA’S TIDBITS
STUDYING ROMANS WITH PASTOR CHARLIE
COLOSSIANS 3 WRAP-UP: SELF EVALUATION
=============================
REGULAR HAPPENINGS—Worship, Eat, The Gathering, Big Rocks
WORSHIP @ 8:45 am—Main Worship Center
EATING TOGETHER, 4th Sunday @ 11:45 am
Next EATING TOGETHER is December 28
Meet in the TFB patio
SDGs (SPIRITUAL DISCUSSION GROUPS)
The Gathering @ 10 am—TFB College Room
Current Study: TBA conversation, let by Tom
An online summary is available weekly on The YAM Discussion Blog
Big Rocks @ 8:00-9:00 pm on Tuesdays— TFB College Room
Current Study: The Kingdom of Heaven is like…
An online summary is available weekly at The YAM Discussion Blog
=============================
CHICKEN TACO NIGHT!!
Thanks to the excellent deal at Chicken Roaster this Sunday, Tuesday, November 25, is now Chicken Taco Night. Bring some fixin’s if you want, but bring your appetite for sure!
=============================
WANNA GOLD STAR???
This week’s memory verse is Colossians 3:16-17. Per Greg’s request, there will be a gold star for anyone who memorizes the verse by next Sunday, November 30, 2003.
16 Let the word of Christ richly dwell within you, with all wisdom teaching and admonishing one another with psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with thankfulness in your hearts to God.
17 Whatever you do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks through Him to God the Father.
=============================
TANA’S TIDBITS
Dear Yam-
Well the year is drawing to an end. It's hard to believe that on Thursday it's Thanksgiving, and in one month it's Christmas. How the time goes. It has been an amazing year for me. As I am sure it has for all of you. I have never taken much value in one year, but how a person can change in one year is truly great. I came to Australia very scared. I really didn't know what to expect from the church, myself or God. This has been a very stretching year, but one that I will never forget. I have had to learn a new language, English takes on a whole new meaning, and a new way of life. I have made many new friends and learned that expressing my feelings is a very relieving experience. I will truly miss all the fun things that I have experienced over here. I mean, who would have thought I would visit the Great Barrier Reef, or dress as a preppy 70's girl. Many things have changed, from my wardrobe to my hair style, even to the way I look at life. I can't wait to see all of you over the Christmas season. It will be a true Christmas season. Ok, right now the weather is like Florida in May. You try getting into the Christmas spirit, when it's 80 degrees outside with a 60% humidity level. Trust me, Santa in heat is not right, but I must admit, very funny. So I hope you all have a wonderful Thanksgiving and Holiday Season, and I look forward to seeing as many of you as I can when I get home.
Yours truly,
Tana Rice
=============================
STUDYING ROMANS WITH PASTOR CHARLIE
The Christian View of Life, Part 31
ACCEPTING EACH OTHER
Romans 14:1-12
“Disputable” - a disputable matter is an issue on which the Bible neither gives a command nor forbids.
“Accept” – to welcome, to receive, to include
HOW TO ACCEPT PEOPLE WHO DISAGREE WITH ME
DO NOT DISCOUNT THEIR PERSONAL CONVICTIONS (v. 1).
DO NOT JUDGE THEM (v. .3).
1 Corinthians 8:1, 4, 7
Matthew 7:3-5
DO NOT TRY TO CHANGE THEM (v. 4).
WHY I MUST NOT JUDGE OTHERS ON DISPUTABLE ISSUES
GOD HAS ALREADY ACCEPTED THEM (v. 3).
IT IS NOT MY PLACE TO JUDGE (v. 4).
I DO NOT KNOW THEIR MOTIVES (v. 5, 6).
ONLY CHRIST HAS THE RIGHT TO JUDGE (v. 8, 9).
I AM ACCOUNTABLE ONLY FOR MYSELF (v. 10-12).
2 Corinthians 5:15
=============================
COLOSSIANS 3 WRAP-UP: SELF EVALUATION
Sunday we wrapped up Colossians 3 with a nifty picture (if I do say so myself :-), a dramatic group reading of “Dead to the World” by Officer Negative, singing (see Colossians 3:16), and a self evaluation. The picture might well end up on Laura’s Fotolog on Monday. The self-evaluation is below. If you did not receive a copy at The Gathering (Sunday School), please complete the evaluation and send back (or turn in, if you’re in town) the bottom portion.
SELF EVALUATION
Colossians 3:1-17
Complete the survey using the following codes:
1= Never, 2=Rarely, 3=Sometimes, 4=Mostly, 5=Always
Give each statement a score, then total the scores for each section.
Section I
I tend to want what God wants.
I tend to think about God and God’s stuff.
I feel safe in God’s care.
I’m excited about becoming more like Jesus.
Section II
My sexual desire is under God’s control.
When I’m tempted by sexual desire, I run to God for help.
I choose carefully when deciding what to watch or read.
Section III
I treat others with love and respect.
I tell the truth.
I live like the Christian I say I am.
I get to know people rather than assuming what they are like.
Section IV
My attitude is becoming more and more like Jesus.
I forgive others when they hurt me.
I don’t hold grudges.
I’m grateful for all the good things God has given me.
Section V
I spend regular time in God’s Word.
I’m excited about worshiping God.
I help other believers in their Christian walk.
I evaluate my life to see if it matches God’s Word.
I love God so much I can’t contain myself.
"Tear off" (copy and paste it into your email) the portion below and turn in (or email).
Some stuff I probably need to work on (list stuff):
_________________________________________
Some stuff I’d like to know more about (list stuff):
_________________________________________
Some stuff I’d like the College Group to do (list stuff):
_________________________________________
Total score for each section:
I= ___________
II=___________
III=___________
IV=___________
V=___________
= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = =
= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = =
YAM eNews Week of November 16, 2003
If you would like to contribute to the YAM eNews, send an email to tfbyam1@hotmail.com.
=============================
IN THE eNEWS THIS WEEK
REGULAR HAPPENINGS—Worship, Eat, The Gathering, Big Rocks
PARABLE MORPHING
STUDYING ROMANS WITH PASTOR CHARLIE
=============================
REGULAR HAPPENINGS—Worship, Eat, The Gathering, Big Rocks
WORSHIP @ 8:45 am—Main Worship Center
EATING TOGETHER, 4th Sunday @ 11:45 am
Next EATING TOGETHER is November 23
Meet in the TFB patio
SDGs (SPIRITUAL DISCUSSION GROUPS)
The Gathering @ 10 am—TFB College Room
Current Study: “What not to wear” Colossians 3:1-17, led by Laura
An online summary is available weekly on The YAM Discussion Blog
Big Rocks @ 8:00-9:00 pm on Tuesdays— TFB College Room
Current Study: The Kingdom of Heaven is like…
An online summary is available weekly at The YAM Discussion Blog
=============================
PARABLE MORPHING
What are some normal, everyday activities in your life? What might these say about who God is, how he works or what he values? Construct a parable on one of these activities.
We started the process of parable morphing on November 11. Here’s some of our parables—very preliminary!
The Kingdom of Heaven is like going to work…
The Kingdom of Heaven is like lying in bed half asleep in the morning…
The Kingdom of Heaven is like taking the bus…
The Kingdom of Heaven is like pouring milk on a bowl of Kap’n Crunch…
The Kingdom of Heaven is like playing an electronic solitaire game…
Start your own parable, and then come morph with us on Tuesday nights at 8 pm, on the TFB campus.
Join us for Tuesday Big Rocks (8:00 at TFB) if you’d like to morph some stories.
=============================
STUDYING ROMANS WITH PASTOR CHARLIE
The Christian View of Life, part 30
HOW TO MAKE THE REST OF YOUR LIFE
THE BEST OF YOUR LIFE
Romans 13:8-14
PAY UP - DO NOT BECOME OVER EXTENDED IN DEBT (v.8)
Psalm 37:21
BUILD UP – LOVE OTHERS (v.8-10)
1 Corinthians 13
WAKE UP – BE SPIRITUALLY ALERT AND ACTIVE (v.11)
Sleep: "A state of inactivity with a loss of consciousness and a decrease in responsiveness to events taking place."
Ephesians 5:15,16
GEAR UP – GET PREPARED FOR BATTLE. (v.12)
Ephesians 6:10-12, 14-17
CLEAN UP – MAINTAIN A PURE LIFESTLYE (v.13)
1) A clean life is a life of self control.
2) A clean life is a life of moral purity.
3) A clean life is a life of harmony and love.
Proverbs 13:10
DRESS UP – LEARN TO THINK LIKE JESUS (v.14)
Romans 12:2
Ephesians 4:22-24
Galatians 5:16
= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = =
= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = =
YAM eNews Week of November 9, 2003
If you would like to contribute to the YAM eNews, send an email to tfbyam1@hotmail.com.
=============================
IN THE eNEWS THIS WEEK
REGULAR HAPPENINGS—Worship, Eat, The Gathering, Bible Study
GOD’S RULE IS LIKE GARDETTOS…
ELCO MISSION
STUDYING ROMANS WITH PASTOR CHARLIE
=============================
REGULAR HAPPENINGS—Worship, Eat, The Gathering, Bible Study
WORSHIP @ 8:45 am—Main Worship Center
EATING TOGETHER, 4th Sunday @ 11:45 am
Next EATING TOGETHER is November 23
Meet in the TFB patio
SDGs (SPIRITUAL DISCUSSION GROUPS)
The Gathering @ 10 am—YAM room
Current Study: “What not to wear” Colossians 3:1-17, led by Laura
An online summary is available weekly at http://tfbyam.blogspot.com/
Bible Study @ 7:30-9:00 pm on Tuesdays—YAM room
Current Study: The Kingdom of Heaven is like…
An online summary is available weekly at http://tfbyam.blogspot.com/
=============================
GOD’S RULE IS LIKE GARDETTOS…
The Kingdom of Heaven is like Gardettos. You open the bag, pick out all the rye crackers and toss out the rest.
The Kingdom of Heaven is like mixed Cheezits. You eat all the regular ones and get rid of the funny flavored ones
Join us for Tuesday Big Rocks (8:00 at TFB) if you’d like to morph some stories.
=============================
ELCO MISSION
Did you know that over 27,000 students attend El Camino College?
Did you know that over 1,200 new first-time freshmen attend every year?
That’s a whole bunch of people.
Let’s start with prayer.
El Camino Prayer Walk #1
November 15
10 am
Meet in front of the Campus Police station
If you cannot make this time, pick up a flyer, call a friend, and arrange a time on your own.
=============================
STUDYING ROMANS WITH PASTOR CHARLIE
The Christian View of Life, part 29
GOD, THE GOVERNMENT, AND ME
Romans 13:1-7
Charlie Rice
I. THE NATURE OF GOVERNMENT
CIVIL GOVERNMENT IS A PART OF GOD’S PURPOSE FOR THE WORLD (v.1,2)
GOVERNMENT LEADERS ARE SERVANTS OF GOD (v.3,4)
Isaiah 10:1-3
CIVIL GOVERNMENT IS ONLY TEMPORARY
1 Corinthians 15:24
II. THE PURPOSES OF GOVERNMENT
TO PROTECT HUMAN LIFE.
Genesis 9:6
TO PROTECT PERSONAL PROPERTY RIGHTS
TO HANDLE DISPUTES BETWEEN PEOPLE.
Deuteronomy 1:12
TO PUNISH LAWBREAKERS (v.4)
III. MY RELATIONSHIP TO THE GOVERNMENT
I AM A CITIZEN OF TWO WORLDS
Philippians 3:20
Ephesians 2:19
Luke 20:22-25
MY PRIMARY OBEDIENCE IS TO GOD.
Acts 4:13-20
Acts 5:27-29
I AM TO OBEY THE LAW WHENEVER POSSIBLE.
Titus 3:1
God has established authority.
Romans 13:1
For my own good. (v. 3)
To maintain a clear conscious (v.5)
To maintain a good testimony
I Peter 2;13-15
I AM TO PRAY FOR PUBLIC OFFICIALS
1 Timothy 2:1-3
I AM TO PAY REQUIRED TAXES (v.6,7)
I AM TO INFLUENCE THE GOVERNMENT FOR GOOD
Matthew 5:13-16
ACTION:
Pray for our government leaders.
White House
US Senate
US House
California Governor
California Senate
California Assembly
= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = =
= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = =
YAM eNews Week of November 2, 2003
If you would like to contribute to the YAM eNews, send an email to tfbyam1@hotmail.com.
=============================
IN THE eNEWS THIS WEEK
REGULAR HAPPENINGS—Worship, Eat, The Gathering, Bible Study
GOD’S RULE IS LIKE A SOFTWARE COMPANY…
ELCO
STUDYING ROMANS WITH PASTOR CHARLIE
=============================
REGULAR HAPPENINGS—Worship, Eat, The Gathering, Bible Study
WORSHIP @ 8:45 am—Main Worship Center
EATING TOGETHER, 4th Sunday @ 11:45 am
Next EATING TOGETHER is November 23
Meet in the TFB patio
SDGs (SPIRITUAL DISCUSSION GROUPS)
The Gathering @ 10 am—YAM room
Current Study: “What not to wear” Colossians 3:1-17, led by Laura
An online summary is available weekly at http://tfbyam.blogspot.com/
Bible Study @ 7:30-9:00 pm on Tuesdays—YAM room
Current Study: The Kingdom of Heaven is like…
An online summary is available weekly at http://tfbyam.blogspot.com/
=============================
GOD’S RULE IS LIKE A SOFTWARE COMPANY…
God’s Rule is like a software company that started in a dorm room, but grew into a multi-national, billion-dollar corporation that changed the face of computing.
God’s Rule is like a Gibson Les Paul that a musician found in a pawnshop, then went away and emptied out his bank accounts to buy it.
Join us for Tuesday Big Rocks (8:00 at TFB) if you’d like to morph some stories.
=============================
ELCO
Did you know that over 27,000 students attend El Camino College?
Did you know that over 1,200 new first-time freshmen attend every year?
That’s a whole bunch of people.
Let’s start with prayer.
=============================
STUDYING ROMANS WITH PASTOR CHARLIE
The Christian View of Life, part 28
HOW TO GROW A LOVING CHURCH
Romans 12:9-21
"By this all men will know that you are My disciples,
if you love one another."
John 13:34-35 (NIV)
BE GENUINE (v.9)
Genuine love means sometimes taking a stand against
something.
Proverbs 6:16-19
Genuine love means rejecting sin without rejecting
people.
BE CARING OF OTHER S NEEDS. (v.10)
Show tenderness and affection.
Express appreciation and affirmation.
BE CONTAGIOUS WITH ENTHUSIASM (v.11)
Revelation 3:15-16
Colossians 3:23
BE POSITIVE, PATIENT, PRAYERFUL (v.12)
Stay optimistic - Be joyful in hope
Stay composed - Be patient in affliction
Romans 5:3,4
Stay dependent - Faithful in prayer
OPEN YOUR HEART AND HOME TO OTHERS (v.13)
NEVER SPEAK EVIL OR NEGATIVE OF OTHERS (v.14)
James 4:11-12
BE SYMPATHETIC TO OTHER S FEELINGS. (v.15)
AVOID PRIDE AND PARTIALITY (16)
HOW TO RESPOND WHEN WRONGED
COUNTERACT YOUR NATURAL INSTINCTS (v.17)
WORK FOR PEACE (v.17)
LEAVE ALL REVENGE TO GOD. (v.19)
Revenge is a worthless emotion.
God’s revenge is true justice.
OVERWHELM THEM WITH GOOD. (v.21)
Galatians 6:9-10
= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = =
= = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = =
