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Insights From the Woman Caught in Adultery John 8:1-11 Jesus returned to the Mount of Olives, but early the next morning he was back again at the Temple. A crowd soon gathered, and he sat down and taught them. As he was speaking, the teachers of religious law and the Pharisees brought a woman who had been caught in the act of adultery. They put her in front of the crowd. Teacher, they said to Jesus, this woman was caught in the act of adultery.The law of Moses says to stone her. What do you say? They were trying to trap him into saying something they could use against him, but Jesus stooped down and wrote in the dust with his finger. They kept demanding an answer, so he stood up again and said, All right, but let the one who has never sinned throw the first stone! Then he stooped down again and wrote in the dust. When the accusers heard this, they slipped away one by one, beginning with the oldest, until only Jesus was left in the middle of the crowd with the woman. Then Jesus stood up again and said to the woman, Where are your accusers? Didnt even one of them condemn you? No, Lord, she said. And Jesus said, Neither do I. Go and sin no more. We Should Recognize the Value of People John 8:3-6 Matthew 22:39 We Should Recognize That We Have All Sinned John 8:7 Romans 3:23 1 John 1:8 We Should Recognize That God Does Not Condemn Us John 8:10-11 John 3:16-17 Romans 8:1 Revelation 3:20 We Should Recognize We Are to Sin No More John 8:10-11 Acts 17:30 Romans 6:12-13

God, Why Did You Let This Happen? When Suffering Becomes Specific John 9:1-7 As he passed by, he saw a man blind from birth. And his disciples asked him, "Rabbi, who sinned, this man or his parents, that he was born blind?" Jesus answered, "It was not that this man sinned, or his parents, but that the works of God might be displayed in him. We must work the works of him who sent me while it is day; night is coming, when no one can work. As long as I am in the world, I am the light of the world." Having said these things, he spit on the ground and made mud with the saliva. Then he anointed the man's eyes with the mud and said to him, "Go, wash in the pool of Siloam" (which means Sent). So he went and washed and came back seeing. We Shouldn't Assume Reasons for Suffering John 9:1-2 Be Careful Not To Misrepresent God's Character 1 John 1:5 Acts 17:24-25 Matthew 23:37 We Don't Need to Make Evil Good John 9:3-7

The Importance of Thanksgiving Psalm 100:1-5 Shout with joy to the Lord, all the earth! Worship the Lord with gladness. Come before him, singing with joy. Acknowledge that the Lord is God! He made us, and we are his. We are his people, the sheep of his pasture. Enter his gates with thanksgiving; go into his courts with praise. Give thanks to him and praise his name. For the Lord is good. His unfailing love continues forever, and his faithfulness continues to each generation. Give Thanks With Your Worship Psalms 100:4 Psalms 95:2 Colossians 3:16 Give Thanks With Your Testimony 1 Chronicles 16:8 Psalms 75:1 Give Thanks With Offerings 2 Chronicles 29:31 Psalms 50:14 Psalms 50:23 Give Thanks With Your Person 1 Thessalonians 5:18 Colossians 3:15-17 Give Thanks For One Another 1 Corinthians 1:4 2 Thessalonians 1:3 Give Thanks With Prayer Philippians 4:6 Colossians 4:2

The Essentials 1 Timothy 2:1-6 I urge you, first of all, to pray for all people. Ask God to help them; intercede on their behalf, and give thanks for them. Pray this way for kings and all who are in authority so that we can live peaceful and quiet lives marked by godliness and dignity. This is good and pleases God our Savior, who wants everyone to be saved and to understand the truth. For there is only one God and one Mediator who can reconcile God and humanitythe man Christ Jesus. He gave his life to purchase freedom for everyone. This is the message God gave to the world at just the right time. Believe John 14:6 Acts 4:12 Matthew 16:15-16 Acts 16:30-31 Confession Romans 10:9-10 1 John 1:9 Philippians 2:10-11 Repentance Matthew 3:8 Matthew 4:17 Luke 13:3 Acts 26:20 2 Corinthians 7:10 Follow Matthew 16:24-25 Matthew 4:19-20 Matthew 19:27, 29

Battling With Discouragement Psalm 42:1-11 As the deer longs for streams of water, so I long for you, O God. I thirst for God, the living God. When can I go and stand before him? Day and night I have only tears for food, while my enemies continually taunt me, saying, Where is this God of yours? My heart is breaking as I remember how it used to be: I walked among the crowds of worshipers, leading a great procession to the house of God, singing for joy and giving thanks amid the sound of a great celebration! Why am I discouraged? Why is my heart so sad? I will put my hope in God! I will praise him again my Savior and my God! Now I am deeply discouraged, but I will remember you even from distant Mount Hermon, the source of the Jordan, from the land of Mount Mizar. I hear the tumult of the raging seas as your waves and surging tides sweep over me. But each day the Lord pours his unfailing love upon me, and through each night I sing his songs, praying to God who gives me life. O God my rock, I cry, Why have you forgotten me? Why must I wander around in grief, oppressed by my enemies? Their taunts break my bones. They scoff, Where is this God of yours? Why am I discouraged? Why is my heart so sad? I will put my hope in God! I will praise him again my Savior and my God! Take Time to Look to God Psalms 42:1-2 Psalms 46:1 Psalms 34:5-6 Take Time for the House of God Psalms 42:4 Hebrews 10:25 Acts 2:44, 26 Take Time to Remember Psalms 42:4, 6 1 Corinthians 11:24 Psalms 77:10-11 Take Time to Sing Psalms 42:8 Psalms 147:1, 3 Psalms 100:2-5 Take Time to Pray Psalms 42:8 Psalms 34:4-6 Philippians 4:6-7

Experiencing Bigger God Moments Mark 9:14-29 When they returned to the other disciples, they saw a large crowd surrounding them, and some teachers of religious law were arguing with them. When the crowd saw Jesus, they were overwhelmed with awe, and they ran to greet him. What is all this arguing about? Jesus asked. One of the men in the crowd spoke up and said, Teacher, I brought my son so you could heal him. He is possessed by an evil spirit that wont let him talk. And whenever this spirit seizes him, it throws him violently to the ground. Then he foams at the mouth and grinds his teeth and becomes rigid. So I asked your disciples to cast out the evil spirit, but they couldnt do it. Jesus said to them, You faithless people! How long must I be with you? How long must I put up with you? Bring the boy to me. So they brought the boy. But when the evil spirit saw Jesus, it threw the child into a violent convulsion, and he fell to the ground, writhing and foaming at the mouth. How long has this been happening? Jesus asked the boys father. He replied, Since he was a little boy. The spirit often throws him into the fire or into water, trying to kill him. Have mercy on us and help us, if you can. What do you mean, If I can? Jesus asked. Anything is possible if a person believes. The father instantly cried out, I do believe, but help me overcome my unbelief! When Jesus saw that the crowd of onlookers was growing, he rebuked the evil spirit. Listen, you spirit that makes this boy unable to hear and speak, he said. I command you to come out of this child and never enter him again! Then the spirit screamed and threw the boy into another violent convulsion and left him. The boy appeared to be dead. A murmur ran through the crowd as people said, Hes dead. But Jesus took him by the hand and helped him to his feet, and he stood up. Afterward, when Jesus was alone in the house with his disciples, they asked him, Why couldnt we cast out that evil spirit? Jesus replied, This kind can be cast out only by prayer. The Importance of Believing Mark 9:23 Mark 8:29 Mark 10:27 Ephesians 3:20 Genesis 18:14 The Importance of Faith Mark 9:24 Mark 9:19 Mark 2:5 Matthew 21:21-22 The Importance of Prayer Mark 9:29 2 Chronicles 7:14 Colossians 4:2 James 5:13-16

Between Eden & Eternity Creation Changed By Rebellion Genesis 2:15-19 Isaiah 24:4-6 Romans 8:20-22 Separation Not Abandonment Acts 14:16-17 Romans 1:20 Hope For The Future Revelation 21:1-4 John 16:33

The God of Comfort 2 Corinthians 1:3-11 All praise to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. God is our merciful Father and the source of all comfort. He comforts us in all our troubles so that we can comfort others. When they are troubled, we will be able to give them the same comfort God has given us. For the more we suffer for Christ, the more God will shower us with his comfort through Christ. Even when we are weighed down with troubles, it is for your comfort and salvation! For when we ourselves are comforted, we will certainly comfort you. Then you can patiently endure the same things we suffer. We are confident that as you share in our sufferings, you will also share in the comfort God gives us. We think you ought to know, dear brothers and sisters, about the trouble we went through in the province of Asia. We were crushed and overwhelmed beyond our ability to endure, and we thought we would never live through it. In fact, we expected to die. But as a result, we stopped relying on ourselves and learned to rely only on God, who raises the dead. And he did rescue us from mortal danger, and he will rescue us again. We have placed our confidence in him, and he will continue to rescue us. And you are helping us by praying for us. Then many people will give thanks because God has graciously answered so many prayers for our safety. God is Our Merciful Father 2 Corinthians 1:3 Psalms 103:8, 10, 13 God is the Source of All Comfort 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 Psalms 23:4 Isaiah 61:1 John 14:16-18 God Uses Us to Comfort Others 2 Corinthians 1:4 Hebrews 10:25 2 Corinthians 1:11 God Answers Our Prayers 2 Corinthians 1:10-11 Proverbs 3:5-6 Psalms 23:4-6

Dealing With Unrest Philippians 4:1-9 Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, stay true to the Lord. I love you and long to see you, dear friends, for you are my joy and the crown I receive for my work. Now I appeal to Euodia and Syntyche. Please, because you belong to the Lord, settle your disagreement. And I ask you, my true partner, to help these two women, for they worked hard with me in telling others the Good News. They worked along with Clement and the rest of my co-workers, whose names are written in the Book of Life. Always be full of joy in the Lord. I say it again-rejoice! Let everyone see that you are considerate in all you do. Remember, the Lord is coming soon. Don't worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done. Then you will experience God's peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus. And now, dear brothers and sisters, one final thing. Fix your thoughts on what is true, and honorable, and right, and pure, and lovely, and admirable. Think about things that are excellent and worthy of praise. Keep putting into practice all you learned and received from me-everything you heard from me and saw me doing. Then the God of peace will be with you. Keep True to the Lord Philippians 4:1, 4 Matthew 6:33 Keep Your Relationships Good Philippians 4:2 Colossians 3:13 Keep Being Considerate Philippians 4:5 Philippians 2:3-5 Keep Praying Philippians 4:6 1 Thessalonians 5:7 Colossians 4:2 Romans 12:12 Keep Being Thankful Philippians 4:6 1 Thessalonians 5:18 Psalms 100:4 Keep a Positive Focus Philippians 4:8 Hebrews 12:2-3 Keep Practicing Your Faith Philippians 4:9 Ephesians 6:10-11 1 Corinthians 16:13

God's Blessings Genesis 32:22-30 During the night Jacob got up and took his two wives, his two servant wives, and his eleven sons and crossed the Jabbok River with them. After taking them to the other side, he sent over all his possessions. This left Jacob all alone in the camp, and a man came and wrestled with him until the dawn began to break. When the man saw that he would not win the match, he touched Jacob's hip and wrenched it out of its socket. Then the man said, "Let me go, for the dawn is breaking!" But Jacob said, "I will not let you go unless you bless me." "What is your name?" the man asked. He replied, "Jacob." "Your name will no longer be Jacob," the man told him. "From now on you will be called Israel, because you have fought with God and with men and have won." "Please tell me your name," Jacob said. "Why do you want to know my name?" the man replied. Then he blessed Jacob there. Jacob named the place Peniel (which means "face of God"), for he said, "I have seen God face to face, yet my life has been spared." It's Okay to Ask for God's Blessing 1 Chronicles 4:9-10 Genesis 32:26 Psalms 119:121-122 Ways to Receve God's Blessing Luke 11:28 James 1:25 Galatians 6:9 Psalms 67:5-7 Acts 20:35 Malachi 3:10-12 God Desires to Bless Us Numbers 6:22-27 Psalms 67:1, 7

The Magical Formula for Revival 2 Chronicles 7:14 Then if my people who are called by my name will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sins and restore their land. The Old Testament Formula 2 Chronicles 7:14 Hosea 10:12 Psalms 51:9-12 Psalms 51:17 The New Testament Formula Acts 3:19-20 Matthew 3:1-2 Matthew 4:17 Revelation 3:1-3 Matthew 6:12 The True Magic Formula Isaiah 57:15

The Wonderful Truths of God's Word Psalm 119:1-20 Joyful are people of integrity, who follow the instructions of the Lord. Joyful are those who obey his laws and search for him with all their hearts. They do not compromise with evil, and they walk only in his paths. You have charged us to keep your commandments carefully. Oh, that my actions would consistently reflect your decrees! Then I will not be ashamed when I compare my life with your commands. As I learn your righteous regulations, I will thank you by living as I should! I will obey your decrees. Please dont give up on me! How can a young person stay pure? By obeying your word. I have tried hard to find you dont let me wander from your commands.I have hidden your word in my heart, that I might not sin against you. I praise you, O Lord; teach me your decrees. I have recited aloud all the regulations you have given us. I have rejoiced in your laws as much as in riches. I will study your commandments and reflect on your ways. I will delight in your decrees and not forget your word. Be good to your servant, that I may live and obey your word. Open my eyes to see the wonderful truths in your instructions. I am only a foreigner in the land. Dont hide your commands from me! I am always overwhelmed with a desire for your regulations. Study God's Word Psalms 119:15-16 Psalms 119:18 Psalms 119:13 Psalms 119:117 Joshua 1:8 Follow God's Word Psalms 119:4-5 Psalms 119:9-11 Psalms 119:105 Psalms 119:73 The Wisdom of God's Word Psalms 119:32-34 Psalms 119:98-100, 104 James 3:17 The Truths of God's Word Psalms 119:43 Psalms 119:91, 138, 160 2 Timothy 3:16-17 The Encouragement of God's Word Psalms 119:28 Psalms 119:50 Psalms 119:173 Psalms 40:1-3

Why Does God Care About False Teaching? 2 Peter 2:1-3, 12-22 But there were also false prophets in Israel, just as there will be false teachers among you. They will cleverly teach destructive heresies and even deny the Master who bought them. In this way, they will bring sudden destruction on themselves. Many will follow their evil teaching and shameful immorality. And because of these teachers, the way of truth will be slandered. In their greed they will make up clever lies to get hold of your money. But God condemned them long ago, and their destruction will not be delayed. These false teachers are like unthinking animals, creatures of instinct, born to be caught and destroyed. They scoff at things they do not understand, and like animals, they will be destroyed. Their destruction is their reward for the harm they have done. They love to indulge in evil pleasures in broad daylight. They are a disgrace and a stain among you. They delight in deception even as they eat with you in your fellowship meals. They commit adultery with their eyes, and their desire for sin is never satisfied. They lure unstable people into sin, and they are well trained in greed. They live under Gods curse. They have wandered off the right road and followed the footsteps of Balaam son of Beor, who loved to earn money by doing wrong. But Balaam was stopped from his mad course when his donkey rebuked him with a human voice.These people are as useless as dried-up springs or as mist blown away by the wind. They are doomed to blackest darkness. They brag about themselves with empty, foolish boasting. With an appeal to twisted sexual desires, they lure back into sin those who have barely escaped from a lifestyle of deception. They promise freedom, but they themselves are slaves of sin and corruption. For you are a slave to whatever controls you. And when people escape from the wickedness of the world by knowing our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and then get tangled up and enslaved by sin again, they are worse off than before. It would be better if they had never known the way to righteousness than to know it and then reject the command they were given to live a holy life. They prove the truth of this proverb: A dog returns to its vomit. And another says, A washed pig returns to the mud. False Teaching Cleverly Destroys James 5:1-3, 5 False Teaching Exploits People James 1:27 False Teaching Damages God's Reputation 2 Peter 3:17-18

Godly Counsel for Men 1 Peter 5:5-9 In the same way, you younger men must accept the authority of the elders. And all of you, serve each other in humility, for God opposes the proud but favors the humble. So humble yourselves under the mighty power of God, and at the right time he will lift you up in honor. Give all your worries and cares to God, for he cares about you. Stay alert! Watch out for your great enemy, the devil. He prowls around like a roaring lion, looking for someone to devour. Stand firm against him, and be strong in your faith. Remember that your Christian brothers and sisters all over the world are going through the same kind of suffering you are. Be Accepting of Authority 1 Peter 5:5 1 Peter 5:1-3 1 Timothy 4:12 Practise Humility 1 Peter 5:5-6 1 Timothy 3:6 Ephesians 4:2 Bring Your Cares to God 1 Peter 5:7 Psalms 55:22 Matthew 6:31-33 Stay Alert 1 Peter 5:8 John 10:10 1 Thessalonians 5:6, 8 Stand Firm 1 Peter 5:9 Ephesians 6:11-13 James 4:7