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Whatever

Whatever…it started out as a catchy conference title, that tied in with the chosen theme. But it became the catch word of the day…
I will do whatever…
Whatever you say…
Are you ready for God’s whatever?

All these whatevers made me start to think…maybe this should be an on going theme. Have you ever heard of One Word? As one blogger writes,
“One Word, I thought that sounded like a better idea than resolutions. One Word to focus on throughout the year. One Word as a theme, a guide. One prayerfully considered word to listen for, to pay attention to.”

I had never thought about this One Word focus, but whatever…

…whatever, I do I will do it all for God’s glory. (1 Corinthians 10:31)

…whatever, I do in word or deed, I will do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks through Him to God the Father. (Colossians 3:17)

…whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is of good repute, if there is any excellance and if anythings worthy of praise, I will dwell on these things. (Philippians 4:8)

This year I will focus my whatevers on bringing honor and glory to God.

After all, It should be personal

I am convinced that women want to study the bible and be a part of a bible study group.  They love the community that comes from being a part of the group and they knowMH900365708 they need to study the bible more.  But with their busy lives they hesitant to commit to a ten week study (or even a 6 or 8 week study).  So what is a bible study leader to do?

My answer was to write a series of topical stand alone studies.  I let the women know that they were welcome to come to some or all of the studies and that copies of the studies would be available free at the church.

The result was a wonderful time of fellowship and discipleship, as we met twice a month during a two year period.  Although the women were free to come and go with no commitment, they came and stay and we enjoyed the time together so much.  I have since moved away and must say I miss those ladies and our time together.

I have posted several studies from this series “Personal & Relevant” under More Resources.  Please download them for your personal use and to do with others.

To God be the glory!