Discovering Truth in God’s Word

Barb is enthusiastic about helping others study the word of God. I’ll let her tell you about what’s happening:

“Why are you here studying the Gospel of John?” “What do you hope to learn this year?” These were some of the questions discussed at the first Bible Study Fellowship (BSF) class a few weeks ago. Last year was my (Barb) first experience with BSF, when we studied the book of Revelation. This year, I was asked to be a group discussion leader. I am thrilled to be able to serve God in this way – to encourage other women to study God’s word inductively.

Barb encouraging a number of women as they study the gospel of John

Each week we each do individual study in the Gospel of John, then gather together as a group to discuss the things God is teaching us through His Word. After the discussion, all six groups gather together to listen to our teaching leader, Viska, share from God’s Word. Throughout the week, I pray for the women in my group and contact each one to encourage them in their spiritual walk.

What a blessing it is to get to know these women! And what a blessing to study afresh the life of Jesus Christ as told by the apostle John. God has revealed Himself to us through His Son Jesus Christ. At times, the world that we live in can appear quite dark and oppressive. When we see the crime, terrorism, and social changes around us, we may wonder what the future holds for us and our children.

John 1:4-5 reminds us, “In Him (Jesus) was life, and that life was the light of all mankind. The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.”

The life we have in Christ brings light to our individual lives, to our families, and to our world. His light is continually shining. The darkness around us will never overcome the Light. God calls all followers of Jesus to shine His light to the world around us.

As you pray, please consider these:

Pray for me as I lead the BSF discussion group. May each woman grow closer to Jesus as we learn from Him.
Pray for Nathan as he continues to look for a full-time job in Orlando, FL.
Pray for us as we make preparations to host our International Service Team mid-year retreat here in Jakarta Nov 7-11.