Tuesday, October 28, 2008
Just a thought.....
Saw that you guys were interested in 'truth', and talking about worldview. I wanted to let you all know that Chris and I had gone to a seminar for a small group study called 'The Truth Project'. It is also a DVD small group series, it is 10 weeks long, each DVD is lasts 50 minutes or so. It is a really great study, all about truth and what it means to have a Biblical worldview. Just thought I would put a bug in everyone's ear, just in case we wanted to explore that in the future.
Saturday, October 25, 2008
Mike's e-mail of 10-25
Ladies and Gentlemen...I hope that all is well... Here are some thoughts and verses to look into prior to our study next week.Enjoy the time, and I look forward to seeing everyone.I hope not to be hearing any voices next week. : )
Talk to you soon.Mike.
1. Who are some of your friends that may have a negative impression of how the church views women?
2. What makes them come to that conclusion?
3. Are women smarter than men?
4. What do you want to instill in your children in regard to what roles men and women should have in a marriage partnership?
5. See the following... How might you explain these verses to a well-educated, 25 year old woman who is a non-believer? -1 Cor 14:34-35 -1 Tim 2:11-126.
see the following verses in regard to women who were mentioned within Scripture in various roles... - Ex 15:20 - Judg 4:4-7 - Acts 21:8-9 - 1 Cor 11:5 - Rom 16:7 (Typically listed as a male name, though scholars now lean toward this being a female... Junia) - Rom 16:1 - Acts 18:24-26 (Who is listed first...) - Acts 12:12 - Acts 16:14-15
PS... The answer to number 3 is yes...
Talk to you soon.Mike.
1. Who are some of your friends that may have a negative impression of how the church views women?
2. What makes them come to that conclusion?
3. Are women smarter than men?
4. What do you want to instill in your children in regard to what roles men and women should have in a marriage partnership?
5. See the following... How might you explain these verses to a well-educated, 25 year old woman who is a non-believer? -1 Cor 14:34-35 -1 Tim 2:11-126.
see the following verses in regard to women who were mentioned within Scripture in various roles... - Ex 15:20 - Judg 4:4-7 - Acts 21:8-9 - 1 Cor 11:5 - Rom 16:7 (Typically listed as a male name, though scholars now lean toward this being a female... Junia) - Rom 16:1 - Acts 18:24-26 (Who is listed first...) - Acts 12:12 - Acts 16:14-15
PS... The answer to number 3 is yes...
Sunday, October 19, 2008
Can of worms......
OK – let’s open a can of worms here.
Mark’s message this morning. I must admit that this is an issue that I struggle with – women in leadership positions in the church.
Maybe it’s because I have worked for many strong and intelligent female leaders (and let’s face it, breathe in a near toxic level of estrogen just sitting in my house) but the idea of keeping women out of the pulpit and off the elder board just doesn’t always sit well with me. Why are women not suitable for these? The bible speaks of man being created first and the woman being the one deceived in the garden – does this imply that women are more susceptible to poor spiritual judgment/leadership?
Your thoughts?
PS
Mark spoke about the “complementarian” view that we complement each other and I see the logic of one “head” of household In a family – I am interested in your views on church leadership for this post.
Mark’s message this morning. I must admit that this is an issue that I struggle with – women in leadership positions in the church.
Maybe it’s because I have worked for many strong and intelligent female leaders (and let’s face it, breathe in a near toxic level of estrogen just sitting in my house) but the idea of keeping women out of the pulpit and off the elder board just doesn’t always sit well with me. Why are women not suitable for these? The bible speaks of man being created first and the woman being the one deceived in the garden – does this imply that women are more susceptible to poor spiritual judgment/leadership?
Your thoughts?
PS
Mark spoke about the “complementarian” view that we complement each other and I see the logic of one “head” of household In a family – I am interested in your views on church leadership for this post.
Thursday, October 16, 2008
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
Theology Course (self study)
If anyone is interested in this, I'll be signing up for it soon.
http://www.reclaimingthemind.org/ttp/courses/IT/00
It comes highly recommended by some leaders at Grace
let me know.
Dennis
http://www.reclaimingthemind.org/ttp/courses/IT/00
It comes highly recommended by some leaders at Grace
let me know.
Dennis
Took me while...
OK I'm in.
Something I've been thinking about lately came from what the young adults will discussing later. Sunday morning, a clip was shown in church asking the question "What is truth?". Some of the answers were scary (truth coming in through many windows...) but if you stop to think, it is a hard question to answer. So that's my warm up question to you guys.
What is truth?
To make it harder, try to keep it simple and to the point so we can use it conversations with others.
Something I've been thinking about lately came from what the young adults will discussing later. Sunday morning, a clip was shown in church asking the question "What is truth?". Some of the answers were scary (truth coming in through many windows...) but if you stop to think, it is a hard question to answer. So that's my warm up question to you guys.
What is truth?
To make it harder, try to keep it simple and to the point so we can use it conversations with others.
Monday, October 13, 2008
Update
OK I finally got around to inviting everyone onto the blog.
Great conversation last week! Very thoughful and honest. Reallly looking forward to this study together.
Dennis
Great conversation last week! Very thoughful and honest. Reallly looking forward to this study together.
Dennis
Sunday, October 5, 2008
Mike's e-mail
Hey there... I hope that all are having a good week... (It's only Sunday night, so if you aren't, it is going to be a long one...)
Check out the following verses and thoughts prior to Wednesday if you have a chance.
They are in no particular order... as a matter of fact, they are particularly out of order.
Galations 5:22-23
Would Jesus be a Republican, a Democrat, or an Independent?
Matthew 7:11 Corinthians 5:12-13
How do you rate in regard to the fruits of the spirit... do people see any of them in you?
Matthew 18:15-20 Luke 19:41
What kinds of things do you dislike about other people you meet?
Remember to pay attention to context as you look at the verse snippets... and don't spend too much time making a list about that last question.
I look forward to seeing everyone in their most obnoxious and offensive T-Shirt on Wednesday Night... -
Mike.
PS... My wife has neither seen, nor approved this email... so I apologize in advance.
Check out the following verses and thoughts prior to Wednesday if you have a chance.
They are in no particular order... as a matter of fact, they are particularly out of order.
Galations 5:22-23
Would Jesus be a Republican, a Democrat, or an Independent?
Matthew 7:11 Corinthians 5:12-13
How do you rate in regard to the fruits of the spirit... do people see any of them in you?
Matthew 18:15-20 Luke 19:41
What kinds of things do you dislike about other people you meet?
Remember to pay attention to context as you look at the verse snippets... and don't spend too much time making a list about that last question.
I look forward to seeing everyone in their most obnoxious and offensive T-Shirt on Wednesday Night... -
Mike.
PS... My wife has neither seen, nor approved this email... so I apologize in advance.
Our Blog
folks
after a thoughtful conversation with Mike (translation - a 5 minute phone call) I am setting up a blog for our Growth Group.
Much like the one set up by Grace for the Open Doors series, this is meant to enhance but is not required for our study. The thought would be that we can post any thoughts, prayer requests or follow up comments from anyone. Additionally whoever is leading the discussion may post and e-mail any questions or readings for our time together.
We'll also post the schedule, locations and snack responsibilities.
thanks
Dennis
after a thoughtful conversation with Mike (translation - a 5 minute phone call) I am setting up a blog for our Growth Group.
Much like the one set up by Grace for the Open Doors series, this is meant to enhance but is not required for our study. The thought would be that we can post any thoughts, prayer requests or follow up comments from anyone. Additionally whoever is leading the discussion may post and e-mail any questions or readings for our time together.
We'll also post the schedule, locations and snack responsibilities.
thanks
Dennis
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