Monday, May 21, 2007

Bible Study 5/24

- chinese food



While Paul calls the Corinthian church to remove sin from their midst in the last study. He clarifies his position further that this does not apply to non-believers. We, as disciples, need to engage with people outside the body. Otherwise, how can we spread the gospel? We must be in the world, but not of the world. Remember that even Jesus rebuked the pharisees and his own disciples, and ultimately holding them to a higher standard. Meanwhile, he engaged the prostitutes and tax collectors with love to bring them salvation.

We will have a study this week. Jason and I will bring food.

Monday, May 14, 2007

Bible Study 5/17

- dumplings



Yes, dumplings ARE delicious.

Last week, we started on I Corinthians chapter 5, where Paul teaches us that we need to remove sin from our lives. This applies to all of us on a personal level and also in the context of the body. In our personal lives, we need to proactively remove sin from our lives through accountability, prayer, breaking bad life patterns, etc. On a church level, Paul tells us not to simply look the other way when a brother/sister sins. Instead we should look to encourage change and repentance, and remove them from the body if necessary.

We will finish off chapter 5 this week. Grace and Sterling will cook.

Monday, May 07, 2007

Bible Study 5/10

- Sterling's world famous corn flake drumsticks

So we're a little behind on our Bible studies now. On a more positive note, Warriors made it to the second round. Although, they just lost game 1...sigh.

We will have a Bible study this week, and Grace & Jason will bring food.