Anything new, Ladies?

What new things has the Lord been teaching you through this Bible study? I would love to hear from you! I've been learning a lot and trying to remember what the Lord has been teaching me when it comes to putting what I've learned into practice! Right now, I'm trying to learn to lean on the Holy Spirit and let Him have control. I want to walk in the Spirit and not in the flesh. Every time I start to stress out, I have to remind myself not to worry. I need to walk by faith and not by sight. It's hard, however, it is do-able! I'm practicing - how about you? What do you struggle with the most and how are you learning to deal with it?

Body, Soul and Spirit

It has been interesting learning how we are all made up of 3 different entities: body, soul and spirit - physical, emotional and spiritual. It's also been interesting learning the difference between our soul and spirit.

What new things have you been learning this week during our study: "Discerning the Voice of God?"

New Women's Bible Study!

Here it is ladies....our new Bible Study, starting Wednesday evening, June 10, at 7:00 p.m!!!!!!!!
This study is going to be good!! The cost of the workbook is $10.95. Can't wait to see you there!

Feelings Aren't Reliable

Jeremiah 17:9 says "the heart is deceitful above all things." Why, then, do we give people the advice: "just follow your heart!" According to the Bible, that can be some pretty risky advice. Feelings can be unreliable. Truth is more reliable. Truth is what I want to base my actions on - not feelings. Feelings can be good. Feelings are important. Feelings can even be accurate. BUT, feelings need to concur with the truth in order for them to be worthy of our actions.

When something happens that causes you to feel sad or angry or lonely or any kind of negative emotion, remember to check your feelings with the truth of the situation and make sure they line up. Otherwise, remind yourself that feelings come and go, but truth is reliable. Feelings should serve to strenghthen us, not deplete us!!

When was the last time you either failed or passed the test of feelings verses facts?

"Let the words of my mouth....

....and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in Your sight, O Lord, my strength & my redeemer." Psalm 19:14

This is the verse we are memorizing throughout this new Bible study. The words we say are powerful. They can cause harm or good. They can be a blessing or a curse. Let's choose blessing - not only the words we say to ourselves, but the words we say to others, as well.

As women, we are very influential persons in our families. Let's use our words to build up our family members, friends, neighbors AND OURSELVES. The book of James says it something like this: "Blessings and cursing should not come out of the same mouth."

Let's choose to be a blessing with our words today!

Newest Women's Bible Study

Ladies,
We will begin the newest women's bible study on Wednesday, April 15, at 7:00 p.m. Our bible study will be one of Jennifer Rothschild's entitled: "Me, Myself & Lies." Here's a brief synopsis:

"Do you ever talk to yourself? Have you ever wondered what you should say when you talk to yourself? Would you like a thought-closet makeover?"

If you answered yes to any of the questions above, or if you are just curious, you should come to the next Women's Bible Study. This study is based on Jennifer Rothschild's book: "Self Talk, Soul Talk." It deals with the things we say to ourselves and how to turn our negative, destructive self-talk into something more positive, biblical and godly.

Join us on Wednesday evenings, starting April 15. This is a 6-week study (7 DVD sessions.) The cost of the workbook is $12.00. Let me know if you have any questions or you want more details/information. Child care will be provided.

Hope to see you soon at the newest Ladies' Bible Study!

Blessings,
Janet

P.S...If you talk to yourself (like I do) let us in on some of the things you say. Please write your thoughts in the comment section below.

Movie Night!

On Wednesday evening, March 25, the Esther Bible Study at DVC will come to a close - boohoo!
We are going to end our time together by watching the movie: "One Night With the King." We will start the movie at 6:00 because it is a 2 hour movie. We will have "Build Your Own Taco" night, and of course popcorn and, as always, DESSERT! Anyone is welcome to join us - whether you have been involved in the Esther Bible Study or not. Hasn't this study been GREAT....what was your favorite part?