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Being labeled a follower is not generally desirable. But, if the leader you courageously follow is truly good, then following will overflow into unspeakable JOY. Courageous Follower Day | March 4th Annually JOY for Today Offerings: Did You Know...  Five facts about following. Wolfe Stew Connects  To giving up your throne. Bible Verses and Quotes  About following. Activity Suggestions  Journal prompts, literary analysis, SEL discussion, team-building, discussion questions, and family challenge. UPCOMING HOLIDAYS:   International Women's Day (March 8th Annually) Get Over It Day (March 9th Annually) National Good Samaritan Day (March 13th Annually) Did You Know: The traditional hierarchical style of leadership is fading? Organizations are encouraged to adapt to the needs of their followers instead of expecting followers to adapt to the expectations of leadership. ( Bethel.edu ) There are five distinct followership styles?  According to Robert E. Kelley's mod...

March brings hope. The hope of warmer weather, of a week off of school, and of accepting restarts. Generally, by the time March rolls around, my New Year commitments need refreshing or revising. Right now, I'm pondering a more thorough and regular cleaning routine. Not at all what I want to do, but what I feel needs doing. What does March bring for you? Are you also looking forward to warmer weather, relaxation, and restarting forgotten goals? Or is something else entirely on your mind?  Whatever it is, know that God is ready to help, all you need do is ask. So, keep a song in your heart and know you're never alone. He wants to work  with you. We're praying you reach up and accept the help  and hope He's offering. Our March 2025 offerings: March 2025 Ideas for  Every  Day Calendar  (family friendly, educational)  March 2025 Growth for Today Calendar  (personal growth, Gospel study) March 2025 Ideas for EVERY Day View the  current month's ca...

These notes follow our  7-step rhythm  for Bible study. Unless otherwise noted, all Bible quotes are from the  English Standard Version (ESV)  translation. Notes on Caesar Augustus and the Census (From Luke 2:1-3 ) Annotation Notes ,  Summary ,  N/W/L Statements ,  Key Verse ,  God's Character ,  Prayer ,  Action   Winter Card by addesia at Pixabay 1. Annotation Notes ?  Denotes a question, *   a personal thought,  x  a cross reference,  !  a connection, and  italics  a referenced source . ? Which Caesar is Caesar Augustus? What is his story? (Luke 2:1) The first emperor of Rome after Julius Caesar's assassination. Also known as Octavian.  Died shortly after Jesus' birth. (" What influence did Julius Caesar have on biblical history? " at GotQuestions . org .) ! A census is taken like when David ordered one so God could punish Israel. (Luke 2:1) x Again the anger of the LORD was kindled a...

These notes follow our 7-step rhythm for Bible study. Unless otherwise noted, all Bible quotes are from the Expanded Bible translation. The Setting of John's Ministry (From Luke 3:1-6 ) Caucasus, Russia by mystraysoul at Pixabay 1. Summary During the time of Tiberius Caesar's Roman rule, John (the one prophesied about in Isaiah) began, in God's authority, to preach a baptism of repentance through changed hearts (passions) and lives (choices) for the forgiveness of sins. He preached throughout Israel in a time of Roman rule. Pontius Pilate, Herod Antipas, Philip, and Lysanias oversaw regions of Israel. Annas and Caiaphas were the high priests for the Jews. 2. N/W/L Statements I NOTICED that no Jews ruled even though the Old Testament ends with a return from exile. The Silent Years obviously brought a lot of changes. I WONDER What I would have thought of John? Where would I be in this social climate? Would I have listened? I think God wants us to LEARN that we, like John...

 In 2025, we're working our way through the gospels and invite you to join us as we seek to learn from Jesus. Find all our notes, from this year and past years, at the  Faith Food  tab. And if you'd like ideas for suggested pacing, download our  April calendar . Welcome, friends, we're so glad you're journeying with us. Let's grow together! Our notes on Matthew 28 include: An Overview :  Topic, Themes, and Summary. An Outline   Of our thoughts and questions. Exploration   Of Jesus' authority. A Reflection  On our emotions.  An Invitation to Respond   To partnership with God. Matthew 28 Forest Way by _Alicja_ at Pixabay Overview General Topic After His resurrection, Jesus' commissions His disciples. Key Themes Resurrection. Reunification. Commission.  Summary The resurrection of Jesus brings confusion, wonder, JOY, fear, doubt, and direction. The women are tasked with spreading the news and gathering the disciples. The guards are ...

In 2025 we're working our way through the gospels and invite you to join us as we seek to learn from Jesus. Find all our notes, from this year and past years, at the  Faith Food  tab. And if you'd like ideas for suggested pacing, download our  March calendar . Welcome, friends, we're so glad you're journeying with us. Let's grow together! Our notes on Matthew 25 include: An Overview :  Topic, Themes, and Summary. An Outline   Of our thoughts and questions. Exploration   Of watching carefully. A Reflection  On not tarrying. An Invitation to Respond   To a God who knows  you. Matthew 25 Overview General Topic Jesus delineates two subgroups of humanity: the righteous and the unrighteous. Key Themes Prepared. Faithful. Judged. Summary Jesus tells two more Kingdom of Heaven parables. The first story warns us to always be ready for His return. The second demands faithfulness to God's ways. The chapter ends with a scene of the final judgment. Outlin...