eNews 112606

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IN THE eNEWS THIS WEEK

REGULAR HAPPENINGS
UPCOMING EVENTS--Next: EAT! December 3 @ 12 noon
THINK QUESTION
GOING DEEPER--A People of the Table
SUNDAY COLLEGIUM: What about that "thinking question"?
SERMON NOTES--Revelation 15-16

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Staff:
Pastor G (TFB Youth Min Pastor)
gbenjamin49 AT gmail DOT com
Laura (college ministry teacher and tangentrider; eNews editor)
lkspringer AT gmail DOT com

Leadership team:
Administrator: JJ
Tuesday Leadership: Jeff, JJ, Jonathan, Megan, and Shaena

Pictures on Flickr

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REGULAR HAPPENINGS

SUNDAYS
WORSHIP GATHERING @ 9:15 am--Main Worship Center

“COFFEE HOUSE” @ 10:30ish

COLLEGIUM @ 11 am--TFB College Room
Currently: 1 John

TUESDAYS
TUESDAY GATHERING @ 7:45-9:00 pm--TFB College Room
Currently: 2 Timothy

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UPCOMING EVENTS—Next: EAT! December 3 @ 12 noon

Online calendar http://lkscurriculum.wikispaces.com/calendar


EAT! December 3 @ 12 noon


pic from EAT! Nov '06

Christmas Soiree/Hanukkah Celebration, Jeff's house, Dec 15 @ 7 pm

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THINK QUESTION

Join an online discussion.



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GOING DEEPER--A People of the Table

Tuesday Gathering: November: A People of the Table

The Doctrine of the Trinity is confusing. How can God be one God and Three persons? Plus, even if we can get a hold on the idea of the Trinity, what does it have to do with following Jesus day after day? Starting in November, the Tuesday Gathering will be considering the amazing truth about relationship, following Jesus, and theology.

For those wanting to go deeper:

• Prep on your own
• Trinity on theopedia
• Bedrock Beliefs post on the doctrine of God
• HIGHLY recommended book: It Takes a Church to Raise a Christian (much of the lesson material will be drawn from Tod Bolsinger's excellent work).

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SUNDAY COLLEGIUM--What about that "thinking question"?

November 26, the Collegium discussed the "Thinking Question" (see above) and Andrew B's suggestion for what should happen "in here":

1. God is leading the mission. He is leading us on the mission by having put His Spirit in us. (I always find that amazing.) So we need to know how to be led by the Spirit. In here we can exercise experiencing that leading so out there we are more sure of how to follow.

2. Actually should be the first point, the mission is driven by love. We are going on the mission driven by love and bringing love. Inside we can practise that too, so we actually do it better outside.

The bottom line--which is still being clarified via email--focused on how to design the 9:15 am Sunday Worship Gathering to better include these two intentions: to practice following the Spirit and loving one another.

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We are on a journey as fellow travelers.
Some of us have been journeying a long time and know more.
Others are new to the journey and have fresh eyes and fresh wonder.
Yet we are fellow travelers.
All have a voice.

So,

Live intentionally.
Look for the fingerprints of God.
Wonder.
Think.
Ask questions.

Bring your gathered bits to the Sunday Collegium, 11 AM in the college room.

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SERMON NOTES--Revelation 21-22
IF THEN…WHAT NOW?
The Book of Revelation, Part 12
November 26, 2006
Pastor Charlie

A NEW HEAVEN AND EARTH Revelation 21:1-5 (Isaiah 65:17-19)

How might this happen?

View #1 ~ Our current heavens and earth will be entirely destroyed and God will create a new heaven and earth. 2 Peter 3:10-12

View #2 ~ Our current heavens and earth will be completely transformed. 1 Corinthians 15:52-53

What is the Now from this?

• The NOW is a call for us to live lives that reflect God’s character and values. 2 Peter 3:11,14
• The NOW is enthusiastic and faithful service to God. 1 Corinthians 15:58; Hebrews 11:6

A NEW JERUSALEM Revelation 21:9-22:5

The Gates and Foundation

• The way in is very valuable. Matthew 13:45-46
• The way in is Jesus. 21:27; John 10:9-10; 14:6

The Names

• God uses ordinary people to accomplish His extraordinary purpose
• God’s grace is truly amazing.1 Timothy 1:15-1

No temple

• In the Old Testament, God dwelt in the holy of holies.
• In the New Testament, God dwells in us.Ephesians 1:13
• In the New Jerusalem, God dwells with us (v. 22).

The River of Life: an abundant life of fullness with God John 4:13-14; 10:10


The Tree of Life: a life with every need met (22:2-3)


Parallels with Genesis One:

• In Genesis, the heavens and earth are created.
• In Revelation, the new heavens and earth are created.

• In Genesis, the sun is created.
• In Revelation, there is no need of the sun.

• In Genesis, night is established.
• In Revelation, night is eliminated.

• In Genesis, the curse is announced upon all mankind.
• In Revelation, the curse is removed.

• In Genesis, man is driven from the tree.
• In Revelation, we are given the tree.

• In Genesis, sorrow and pain begin.
• In Revelation, there is no more sorrow, no more pain.

Summaries from the descriptions of the New Jerusalem:

• It is the home of God among His people (21:3; 22:4).
• There is no death, sorrow, crying or pain (21:4, 26-27).
• It is a place for those who put their trust in Christ (21:7).
• Personal intimate worship of God will be part of every day life (22:3).
• No darkness there for God is light (21:23,25; 22:5).
• Every need is met in abundance with the river and trees of life (22:1, 2).

What we will do:

• We will serve God.
• We will experience an intimate face-to-face relationship with God.Exodus 33:20
• We will rule with God.Daniel 7:27

What to do now!

• Develop our servanthood by serving others.John 13:14
• Develop our intimacy with God by pursuing a love relationship with Him.John 14:23
• Develop our abilities to rule by humbling ourselves.Philippians 2:3-5

SOME FINAL WORDS

Revelation 22:7-21

• I am making everything new! (21:5)
• Blessed are those who wash their robes (v.14). Revelation 7:14
• Come! (v. 17)John 7:37-38
• The grace of the Lord Jesus be with God’s people (v. 21).
• “I am coming soon.” Come, Lord Jesus (v. 20).

“Therefore keep watch, because you do not know on what day your Lord will come” (Matthew 24:42, NIV).

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“Unless otherwise noted Scripture quotations are from The Holy Bible, English Standard Version, copyright © 2001 by Crossway Bibles, a division of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.” http://www.esv.org/

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eNews 111906

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If you would like to contribute to the eNews or converse with the editor,
send an email to lkspringer AT gmail DOT com

A fresh eNews is posted each Sunday

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IN THE eNEWS THIS WEEK

REGULAR HAPPENINGS
UPCOMING EVENTS--Next: EAT! December 3 @ 12 noon
THINK QUESTION
GOING DEEPER--A People of the Table
SUNDAY COLLEGIUM
SERMON NOTES--Revelation 15-16

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Staff:
Pastor G (TFB Youth Min Pastor)
gbenjamin49 AT gmail DOT com
Laura (college ministry teacher and tangentrider; eNews editor)
lkspringer AT gmail DOT com

Leadership team:
Administrator: JJ
Tuesday Leadership: Jeff, JJ, Jonathan, Megan, and Shaena

Pictures on Flickr

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REGULAR HAPPENINGS

SUNDAYS
WORSHIP GATHERING @ 9:15 am--Main Worship Center

“COFFEE HOUSE” @ 10:30ish

COLLEGIUM @ 11 am--TFB College Room
Currently: 1 John

TUESDAYS
TUESDAY GATHERING @ 7:45-9:00 pm--TFB College Room
Currently: 2 Timothy

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UPCOMING EVENTS—Next: EAT! December 3 @ 12 noon

Online calendar http://lkscurriculum.wikispaces.com/calendar


EAT! December 3 @ 12 noon


pic from EAT! Nov '06

Christmas Soiree/Hanukkah Celebration, Jeff's house, Dec 15 @ 7 pm

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THINK QUESTION

Join an online discussion.



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GOING DEEPER--A People of the Table

Tuesday Gathering: November: A People of the Table

The Doctrine of the Trinity is confusing. How can God be one God and Three persons? Plus, even if we can get a hold on the idea of the Trinity, what does it have to do with following Jesus day after day? Starting in November, the Tuesday Gathering will be considering the amazing truth about relationship, following Jesus, and theology.

For those wanting to go deeper:

• Prep on your own
• Trinity on theopedia
• Bedrock Beliefs post on the doctrine of God
• HIGHLY recommended book: It Takes a Church to Raise a Christian (much of the lesson material will be drawn from Tod Bolsinger's excellent work).

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SUNDAY COLLEGIUM

We are on a journey as fellow travelers.
Some of us have been journeying a long time and know more.
Others are new to the journey and have fresh eyes and fresh wonder.
Yet we are fellow travelers.
All have a voice.

So,

Live intentionally.
Look for the fingerprints of God.
Wonder.
Think.
Ask questions.

Bring your gathered bits to the Sunday Collegium, 11 AM in the college room.

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SERMON NOTES--Revelation 19-20
EVENTS AT THE VERY END
The Book of Revelation, part 11
November 19, 2006
Pastor Charlie

THE WEDDING CELEBRATION

Revelation 19:7-9 Genesis 2:24

• God is pictured as Israel’s husband.Isaiah 54:5; Hosea 2:19-20
• Jesus is pictured as the church’s husband.Ephesians 5:25-27

Stages of a Jewish wedding:

• Stage #1 - the parents of the groom choose the bride and then negotiate for the bride with the bride’s family.
• Stage #2 - the couple is pledged to one another for one year.
• Stage #3 - the marriage ceremony makes them officially married.

Stages of Jesus’ wedding:

• Stage #1 – God chooses us to be Jesus’ bride. John 6:44; Romans 8:28-30
• Stage #2 - we say yes and receive Jesus as our Lord and Savior becoming officially pledge to Him.

- United with Christ

• We are crucified with Christ – Galatians 2:20.
• We died with Christ – Colossians 2:20.
• We are buried with Christ – Romans 6:4.
• We are made alive with Christ – Ephesians 2:5.
• We are raised with Christ – Colossians 3:1.
• We will suffer with Christ – Romans 8:17.
• We are glorified with Christ – Romans 8:17.
• We are joint heirs with Christ – Romans 8:17.
• Adopted into God’s family Ephesians 1:5
  
• Clothed in Righteousness
• Clothed with the righteous acts of Jesus Romans 3:21-22
• Clothed with our own acts of righteousness Ephesians 2:10
• Jesus prepares a home for us – John 14:1-6.
  

• Stage #3 - The Marriage Celebration

THE SECOND COMING OF CHRIST
Revelation 19:11-16; Matthew 24:29-30

When will Jesus return? Answer: only God knows Matthew 24:36

Who did Jesus come as? Matthew 1:21; Matthew 20:28 Answer: Jesus came as the Savior who paid the ransom for our sins.

Who will Jesus come as?

• Jesus comes riding a white horse.
• Jesus comes in victory.
• Jesus is called Faithful and True.
• Jesus comes fulfilling God’s promise.
• Jesus is called the Word of God. John 1:1-2
• Jesus comes in power and authority.
• Jesus is called the King of Kings and Lord of Lords.
• Jesus wears many crowns on His head. John 18:33-37; Philippians 2:9-11
• Jesus comes to reign as King over all.
• Jesus is clothed with a robe dipped in blood.
• Jesus comes as righteous judge.

THE MILLENNIAL REIGN OF CHRIST
Revelation 20:1-6

Main views of Millennial Period
View #1 - Pre-millennial
View #2 - Post-millennial
View #3 - A-millennial
View #4 – Pan-millennial

Why a thousand year reign of Christ? Answer: The thousand-year reign of Christ on this earth shows once and for all the true nature of sin.

THE GREAT WHITE THRONE JUDGMENT
Revelation 20:11-15

Probably only for non-believers because…

• Jesus taught us that believers in Christ have been given eternal life, have escaped the judgment of God and have passed from death to life. John 5:24
• The Bible clearly teaches that our eternal destiny is not dependent on our works, but our faith in Jesus. Ephesians 2:8-9; Romans 6:23

“The Book of Life contains the names of all who have been redeemed by the precious blood of Christ. The other books contain a detailed record of the works of the unsaved. No one who appears at this judgment is registered in the Book of Life. The fact that his name is missing condemns him, but the record of his evil works determines the degree of his punishment.” Bible Believers Commentary by William MacDonald

A Picture of Jesus:
In the Wedding, Jesus is the Groom.
In the Second Coming, Jesus is the Lord.
In the Millennium, Jesus is the King.
At the Great White Throne, Jesus is the Judge.

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“Unless otherwise noted Scripture quotations are from The Holy Bible, English Standard Version, copyright © 2001 by Crossway Bibles, a division of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.” http://www.esv.org/

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eNews 111206

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If you would like to contribute to the eNews or converse with the editor,
send an email to lkspringer AT gmail DOT com

A fresh eNews is posted each Sunday

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IN THE eNEWS THIS WEEK

REGULAR HAPPENINGS
UPCOMING EVENTS--Next: Movie Night, AFI top 100: thrillers and mysteries, Nov 17
THINK QUESTION
GOING DEEPER--What's coming in November?
SUNDAY COLLEGIUM--And so it begins
SERMON NOTES--Revelation 15-16

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Staff:
Pastor G (TFB Youth Min Pastor)
gbenjamin49 AT gmail DOT com
Laura (college ministry teacher and tangentrider; eNews editor)
lkspringer AT gmail DOT com

Leadership team:
Administrator: JJ
Tuesday Leadership: Jeff, JJ, Jonathan, Megan, and Shaena

Pictures on Flickr

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REGULAR HAPPENINGS

SUNDAYS
WORSHIP GATHERING @ 9:15 am--Main Worship Center

“COFFEE HOUSE” @ 10:30ish

COLLEGIUM @ 11 am--TFB College Room
Currently: 1 John

TUESDAYS
TUESDAY GATHERING @ 7:45-9:00 pm--TFB College Room
Currently: 2 Timothy

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UPCOMING EVENTS—Next: Movie Night, AFI top 100, Nov 17

Online calendar http://lkscurriculum.wikispaces.com/calendar

What is Sukkoth? Tuesday, Nov 7 @ 7:45 pm

Movie Night, AFI top 100: thrillers and mysteries, Nov 17 @ 7 pm to Nov 18 @ whatever time God wakes you up


EAT! December 3 @ 12 noon


pic from EAT! Nov '06

Christmas Soiree/Hanukkah Celebration, Jeff's house, Dec 15 @ 7 pm

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THINK QUESTION



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GOING DEEPER--What's coming in November?

Tuesday Gathering: November: A People of the Table

The Doctrine of the Trinity is confusing. How can God be one God and Three persons? Plus, even if we can get a hold on the idea of the Trinity, what does it have to do with following Jesus day after day? Starting in November, the Tuesday Gathering will be considering the amazing truth about relationship, following Jesus, and theology.

For those wanting to go deeper:

• Trinity on theopedia
• Bedrock Beliefs post on the doctrine of God
• HIGHLY recommended book: It Takes a Church to Raise a Christian (much of the lesson material will be drawn from Tod Bolsinger's excellent work).

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SUNDAY COLLEGIUM--Should Christians be environmentalists?

Scriptural Data

Genesis 1:28-31

And God blessed them. And God said to them, "Be fruitful and multiply and fill the earth and subdue it and have dominion over the fish of the sea and over the birds of the heavens and over every living thing that moves on the earth." And God said, "Behold, I have given you every plant yielding seed that is on the face of all the earth, and every tree with seed in its fruit. You shall have them for food. And to every beast of the earth and to every bird of the heavens and to everything that creeps on the earth, everything that has the breath of life, I have given every green plant for food." And it was so. 31And God saw everything that he had made, and behold, it was very good. And there was evening and there was morning, the sixth day.

Genesis 2:15

The LORD God took the man and put him in the garden of Eden to work it and keep it.

1 Corinthians 4:1-2

This is how one should regard us, as servants of Christ and stewards of the mysteries of God. Moreover, it is required of stewards that they be found trustworthy.

Informing Opinion

BE A CHRISTIAN ENVIRONMENTALIST
By MARY BETH BONACCI

At last -- a way to be Christian and popular at the same time. By
protecting the environment, you can do good and still be politically
correct.

Hold on. Before you run off to get your Greenpeace card, let's take a
little closer look at this whole issue of environmental protection.
The environmental movement is probably one of the largest social
movements of the late 20th century. And, as the pope points out, it
is in many ways a very important movement. But we need to understand
why it's important and what should motivate us to protect the
environment.
[read the rest]

The Collegium concludes, as far as the editor recalls, that, yes, Christians should be environmentalists, but they need to be aware of their motivations and implementations. We should care for the environment to bring glory to God by living out our God given stewardship. In doing so, we must not compromise the welfare of humans, who are made in the image of God.

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We are on a journey as fellow travelers.
Some of us have been journeying a long time and know more.
Others are new to the journey and have fresh eyes and fresh wonder.
Yet we are fellow travelers.
All have a voice.

So,

Live intentionally.
Look for the fingerprints of God.
Wonder.
Think.
Ask questions.

Bring your gathered bits to the Sunday Collegium, 11 AM in the college room.

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SERMON NOTES--Revelation 17-18

THIS WORLD’S SYSTEM
The Book of Revelation, part 10
November 12, 2006
Pastor Charlie

The birth of this world’s system: Genesis 11:1-9 – The Tower of Babel


GOD’S DESCRIPTION OF BABYLON -THIS WORLDS SYSTEM Chapter 17

• Its father is Satan (v. 3). Ephesians 6:12

‘a woman sitting on a scarlet beast’

• Its focus is materialism (v. 4a).

‘dressed in purple and scarlet, and was glittering with gold, precious stones and pearls’

• Its character is immorality (v. 4b). Jeremiah 51:7

‘she held a golden cup in her hand, filled with abominable things and the filth of her adulteries’

• Its business is prostitution (v. 5). Nahum 3:4; Ezekiel 16:15

‘the mother of prostitutes’

• Relationships are commercial in nature focusing on what I get out of it.
• The good things of life from God are misused for evil purposes.
• Its religion is anti-Jesus (v. 6). John 15:18-20; 16:2

‘She is drunk with the blood of the saints’

GOD’S RESPONSE TO BABYLON – THIS WORLD’S SYSTEM Chapter 18

• God condemns Babylon - this world’s system (v. 1-3).
• God invites people to separate themselves from Babylon – this world’s system (v. 4). Jeremiah 51:45
• To separate does NOT mean to stop all contact with or relationships with those who are part of the world’s system. Matthew 9:10-13; 1 Corinthians 5:9-10
• To separate means to reject the worlds values, priorities, goals, wisdom, etc. Colossians 2:6, 8-10; 1 John 2:15-16; 1 Corinthians 3:18-19
• God will bring swift judgment on Babylon – this world’s system (v. 9-10).
• God will bring permanent destruction on Babylon – this world’s system (v. 21ff).

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“Unless otherwise noted Scripture quotations are from The Holy Bible, English Standard Version, copyright © 2001 by Crossway Bibles, a division of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.” http://www.esv.org/

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eNews 110506

Know the story
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If you would like to contribute to the eNews or converse with the editor,
send an email to lkspringer AT gmail DOT com

A fresh eNews is posted each Sunday

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IN THE eNEWS THIS WEEK

REGULAR HAPPENINGS
UPCOMING EVENTS--Next: Movie Night, AFI top 100: thrillers and mysteries, Nov 17
THINK QUESTION
GOING DEEPER--What's coming in November?
SUNDAY COLLEGIUM--And so it begins
SERMON NOTES--Revelation 15-16

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Staff:
Pastor G (TFB Youth Min Pastor)
gbenjamin49 AT gmail DOT com
Laura (college ministry teacher and tangentrider; eNews editor)
lkspringer AT gmail DOT com

Leadership team:
Administrator: JJ
Tuesday Leadership: Jeff, JJ, Jonathan, Megan, and Shaena

Pictures on Flickr

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=============================
REGULAR HAPPENINGS

SUNDAYS
WORSHIP GATHERING @ 9:15 am--Main Worship Center

“COFFEE HOUSE” @ 10:30ish

COLLEGIUM @ 11 am--TFB College Room
Currently: 1 John

TUESDAYS
TUESDAY GATHERING @ 7:45-9:00 pm--TFB College Room
Currently: 2 Timothy

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UPCOMING EVENTS—Next: Movie Night, AFI top 100, Nov 17

Online calendar http://lkscurriculum.wikispaces.com/calendar

What is Sukkoth? Tuesday, Nov 7 @ 7:45 pm

Movie Night, AFI top 100: thrillers and mysteries, Nov 17 @ 7 pm to Nov 18 @ whatever time God wakes you up


EAT! December 3 @ 12 noon


pic from EAT! Nov '06

Christmas Soiree/Hanukkah Celebration, Jeff's house, Dec 15 @ 7 pm

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THINK QUESTION



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GOING DEEPER--What's coming in November?

Tuesday Gathering: Coming in November: A People of the Table

The Doctrine of the Trinity is confusing. How can God be one God and Three persons? Plus, even if we can get a hold on the idea of the Trinity, what does it have to do with following Jesus day after day? Starting in November, the Tuesday Gathering will be considering the amazing truth about relationship, following Jesus, and theology.

For those wanting to go deeper:

• Trinity on theopedia
• Bedrock Beliefs post on the doctrine of God
• HIGHLY recommended book: It Takes a Church to Raise a Christian (much of the lesson material will be drawn from Tod Bolsinger's excellent work).

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SUNDAY COLLEGIUM--And so it begins

The experiment begins.
We are embarking on a journey as fellow travelers.
Some of us have been journeying a long time and know more.
Others are new to the journey and have fresh eyes and fresh wonder.
Yet we are fellow travelers.
All have a voice.

So,

Live intentionally.
Look for the fingerprints of God.
Wonder.
Think.
Ask questions.

Bring your gathered bits to the Sunday Collegium, 11 AM in the college room.

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SERMON NOTES--Revelation 15-16
THE SONG OF MOSES AND THE LAMB
November 5, 2006
Pastor Charlie
REVELATION 16

• Bowl #1- physical sores infect everyone (v. 2)
• Bowl #2 – sea waters turn to blood and all sea creatures die (v. 3)
• Bowl #3 – all fresh waters turn to blood (v. 4-6)Leviticus 24:19-20; Exodus 21:22-25
• Bowl #4 – people scorched by the sun. (v. 8-9)James 1:14-15
• Bowl #5 – Satan’s kingdom plunged into total darkness, Exodus 10:23
• Bowl #6 – Euphrates River dries up in preparation for the final battle (v. 12-14). Zephaniah 3:8
• Bowl #7 – God’s declaration of completeness, 1 John 2:1-2; Romans 3:23-24

REVELATION 15 (Deuteronomy 32:4)

“those who had been victorious” (v. 2)

“they held harps given to them by God” (v .2)

“they sang the song of Moses” (v. 3)

“just and true are your ways” (v. 3)


Pitfalls to trusting God:

• Questioning his timing
• Resenting the outcome
• Quarreling over a pet issue

The song of Moses and the lamb (v. 3-4)

Exodus 15 (Revelation 5:12; Philippians 2:9-11; 1 Corinthians 15:51-56)

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“Unless otherwise noted Scripture quotations are from The Holy Bible, English Standard Version, copyright © 2001 by Crossway Bibles, a division of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.” http://www.esv.org/

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