Welcome everybody! This is our first gathering for Children of the Day and we are incredibly blessed to have you along! If you’re just now hearing about it, we’d love for you to join us! You’ll find it most helpful to begin by reading this previous post that includes our approach, our summer Bible study schedule and many other specifics: (SSBS 2014 Info post) All you need to participate is the workbook entitled Children of the Day. We only officially “gather” here on the blog every two weeks because summers are so busy. On each of those 5 Tuesdays (starting today), you’ll find a video I’ve prepared for you with instructions for that day. I’ll also remind you to do the next 2 weeks of Bible study before our next gathering. View it personally if you are going solo or, if you’re joining in with others, with your small group. I’ll always put the bare bones of that gathering’s instructions in print in the post as well (as you’ll see below) in case you have any trouble viewing the video. Here’s your first one!
Basic written instructions in case you have trouble with the video:
Register for our summer Bible study by simply leaving a comment to this post per instructions below. Of course, you can take part without registering but you’ll get much more out of it if you fully participate. It not only increases accountability. It stirs up a sense of belonging and fellowship which is so important to us here in this blog community.
Here’s what we’d love for you to supply in your registration comment today: (Try to limit yourself to this information so it will be easy to read and count.)
1. Your NAME.
2. Your CITY.
3. Whether you’re going SOLO or in tandem with a small group. If you’re in a small group, share approximately how many are in your group and where you are planning to meet.
4. Share in a sentence or two why you could really stand to be in Bible study this summer. Maybe it’s that you’ve never been in one before. We would be elated! Or maybe it’s been a long time. If so, this is a great time and place to come back home to the heart of Jesus. Maybe you’re just hoping to get to know Christ a little better. Or, perhaps you’re interested in particular subject matter that appears on the pages of 1st or 2nd Thessalonians. On the other hand, maybe you especially need to be in the Scriptures because you have extenuating circumstances that could really challenge you this summer. What’s motivating you to get into the Scriptures with us this summer? There are no wrong answers!
5. BONUS question (optional): WHAT IS A QUIRK OF YOURS?? Come on, now! Tell us!
If you’re meeting with a small group, share your answers to questions 4 and 5.
I will pitch out a memory verse each week for anybody who wants to participate:
Week 1 Memory Verse:
1 Thessalonians 1:4 The NET Bible: We know, brothers and sisters loved by God, that He has chosen you.
Week 2 Memory Verse:
1 Thessalonians 2:8 The NET Bible: …with such affection for you we were happy to share with you not only the gospel of God but also our own lives, because you had become dear to us.
Do WEEKS ONE AND TWO of your homework before our next gathering in two weeks! If you’re watching the OPTIONAL video teaching sessions, you will want to watch Session 1 this week before you start your homework and Session 2 before you start your second week of homework. Here is the link: Children Of The Day Sessions
Don’t feel pressured to go to the added expense. All you need to participate in the summer study is the workbook.
I am so honored to serve you and study with you this summer! Can’t wait to see your names and locations! So much love to you, Sisters! We joyfully embrace each one of you.
Seneca, KS
Solo
Love Christ want to learn more!
1. Karey
2. Justin, Texas
3. Solo-ish…my mom and a friend from work are going to participate as well. I don’t know if we’ll ever meet together, but it will be fun to talk about what we’ve learned.
4. I love bible study and cannot live life very well if I’m not currently in one.
5. I have this quirk of “popping” material. It’s difficult to describe. I sort of fold a small piece of material and pull it back with my finger and it pops. Denim works best. I have been doing this since I was a very little girl. I must have learned it from my mother, because she does it too. We are the only two people on earth that have this crazy habit.
Love you so much Beth! I cannot wait to see what the Lord has in store through this study!
1. Naomi Cummings
2. Courtenay, British Columbia
3. solo
4. There may be some big changes for me ahead. I believe God is growing me, but I could use the help to seek Him and understand Him.
5. I’m really quiet.
Patricia
Cleveland, TX
solo
I think this is an awesome method to do Bible study,
Whenever I am shopping for clothes, I straighten the clothes on the hangers as I look at them, and if I see a garment on the floor, I will pick it up and find the hanger for it.
1. Christa
2. Danville, KY
3. Solo
4. Need accountability 🙂
1. Katie Stone
2. Dyersburg, TN
3. solo
4. Our family recently experienced a difficult, unexpected end to my husband’s pastorate. I need to draw near to God as we wait on Him to lead us to another church.
5. I squeeze the toothpaste tube in the middle.
Toni
Port Orange,FL
Goin SOLO
I’m much more likely to stay in the Word if I have a study to keep me accountable.
1. Jenna
2. Lake Mary, FL
3. Solo
4. Really excited to study 1st and 2nd Thessalonians, and my usual Beth Moore study group of Mom’s that meet with my kids school is off for the summer.
5. I never use a pen…it’s too permanent and too messy to fix mistakes.
1. Christel
2. Denton, TX
3. In a group-Christine Smith’s WBC
4. Getting back on track & Accountability
5. I can’t stand water drips in my sink. I want it wiped down; clean and shiny.
My name is Emily and this is my first Bible study.I live in Oklahoma going tandem with my mom.tell the TVs to shhh when I don’t have the button.
1. Connie
2. Peachtree City, GA
3. Solo
4. Looking forward to spending my summer in a Bible study!
5. Quirk – I drive myself crazy trying to “style” my curly hair that is going to do what it wants to do anyway.
1. donna
2. clinton tn
3. solo
4. in depth study of these books very exciting
5. tie between love of all things paper (all colors and textures) and all other office supplies; seriously, how many planners does one person need?
Hi Donna, I’m in Oak Ridge!
Cathy, Houston, TX, solo. Quirk: Twist and pop my hair. I do better when I am involved in God’s word.
1. Heather Burnside
2. Round Rock, TX
3. Solo
4. I find myself really needing some one on one time with the Lord right now
5. Just one quirk? 😉 Well, I like my pantry and refrigerator to be neat and organized but my dresser drawers are a mess! No idea why one bothers me and the other doesn’t!
1) Lisa
2) Carver, MN
3) Solo (or with 1 friend!)
4) I am in BSF during the year, and tend to drift away from God during the summer. I’m doing my 1st independent Bible study to grow with God and stay in the Word.
5) I am a big giver, EXCEPT when it comes to movie popcorn. If your hand comes near my salty, fake buttered popcorn, watch out! 🙂
1. Name: Stephanie
2. City: Houston
3. going SOLO
4. Because I love “doing” bible study! And I was fortunate enough to be in on the Houston sessions Beth did in 2013. And I miss our Tuesday night Houston bible study sessions already!
5. Quirk: Neat Freak!
1 ) Jenny 2) Northwest Indiana 3) Solo 4) I have ALWAYS grown from Beth’s studies and I would like to grow more this summer! Thank you!
Alexia
Champaign, IL
Solo
I need to have God “Again ” to be the hugest part of my life
1)Evet
2)Chillicothe,MO
3)Solo
4)Need to keep myself in Bible study so I don’t get distracted.
5)I’m a clean freak. Everything has to be in its place all the time.
1. MaryD
2. Phoenix, AZ
3. At home with one daughter and with another daughter through Skype because she has moved to CA with her first job! (sniff)
4. I love doing the study because I need focus when studying the Bible
5. I collect copies of The Three Musketeers book. I have old leather bound ones, newer translations, etc. (No movie made yet has lived up to the book!)
1. Lora
2. Bluffton, IN
3. Solo
4. Too often, summer is so busy that I’m not very regular with my Bible reading, study, devotions… looking forward to the accountability. I love Beth Moore Bible Studies!!
5. quirk? I need a fan beside me to sleep!!
1.Lisa
2. Crystal Lake,Illinois
3.solo
4.I feel like I am finally in the habit of studying God’s word and just wanted some structure during the summer while my Bible study group is not in session.
5I like the colors blue and white to the extreme !
1. Rachel
2. Houston, Texas
3. Solo
4. I love Jesus and want to know as much as possible so that I can spread the good news to others.
5. I fold the toilet paper like they do in hotels…everyday.
1. Joy Samford
2. Auburn, Alabama
3. Small Group
4. Hungry for the Word!
5. Have one child @ U of Ala and one @ Auburn University/huge rivals in our state
Roanoke
Been awhile since I’ve done a study and I miss it
1. Elaine
2. Cookeville, TN
3. Solo
4. Still trying to heal from a divorce and bring glory to God through it.
My name is Sandy and I am in Colorado Springs.
I am doing this solo.
I am crazy about God’s Word and can’t get enough ! I am looking forward to doing this study with all of you.
1. Melissa
2. Houston, TX
3. Solo (unless I can recruit a friend this week)
4. I just miss doing your bible studies
5. I like to sleep with something in my arms
1. Peggy Smith 2. Wadsworth Ohio 3. With a small group–we will be meeting in each other’s homes. 4.I am so happy to be doing this study with two other women who have been important in my spiritual growth, but whom I have rarely seen because we now worship in 3 separate churches. 5. My quirk is that I can’t stand to use a certain type of paper clip. I only want to use the smooth ones–small or large. The ones with ridges (?)really bug me! 🙂 And I love your idea of not taking that first sip of coffee until you are focused on your time with God–great idea!
1, 2) Brandy, Sutherlin,Oregon.
3.)Group of about 3, we will be doing our lessons over Skype (Skype Sisters).
4.)I wanted to do the study because it helps challenge me to stay in the Word daily and because my husband is in the military and is gone for a few months. I need to rely on God’s strength through this time and his patience in raising our kids and helping them deal with daddy being gone.
5.)I CAN NOT stand the thought of a paper towel being rubbed on my teeth! It gives me the chills 🙂
Lisa Hammons
Cookeville, TN
Solo
I had surgery on 5/28 and I am in a 6 week recovery process so this is an exciting way to spend my time.
I guess my quirk would be: I don’t like to draw attention to myself I like to be invisible.
1. Renee
2. Cincinnati, OH
3. Solo
4. I need to be in this study because I am going through some difficult times…about to lose my job of 17 yrs due to corporate changes, and my husband and I were looking for a house (we desperately need to move) – now that is on hold, and I just found out I might have a possible basal cell skin cancer on my face. I need to hear from the Lord and be encouraged!
5. I will not eat at buffet restaurants – all that food out in the open and uncovered – not appealing to me in the least!
1. Carrie
2. Atlanta, GA
3. Solo
4. I need accountability in the summer, otherwise I’m not in the word.
5. I love planning, organizing, and dreaming, though you wouldn’t know it by looking at the current condition of my home!
1.Beth
2.wadsworth,Ohio
3.small group
4.i wanted to introduce Beth Moore studies to my 14 year old daughter
5. ?
1. Susan
2. New Hyde Park, NY
3. Solo
4. I love the Word of God, especially taught by Beth. Summer is best time to get more bread of life and living waters into my soul.
5. Love to read British police procedurals.
1. Lucille
2. Cub Run, KY
3. Solo
4. Having some major health issues, Bible study helps me stay positive, and peaceful.
5. I like things straight and neat, messy and cluttered drive me crazy.
1. Vicki Nave
2. Broomfield, CO
3. Solo but have invited a long-distance friend to join.
4.Need to get back into the Word while dealing with my daughter’s major health issues that have kept me from being able to regularly attend any of the groups I usually do Bible study with.
5. When I read or write, I hear the words spoken.
Lori
Austin, Texas
Small Group
Being engaged in God’s word thru study is what breathes Life into me. Without it, I’m lost.
I prefer whole foods over processed foods, this drives my kids mad;)
Christ’s Love to all
Elgin,S.C.
solo
Did one of your studies this spring and took so much from it. I am ready for another dose of learning.
Procrastinate too much
Kristen
Charleston, SC
Solo
I want my time to be spent intentionally running
hard after Jesus and all He desires from & for me.
2. Asheville, NC
3. Solo
4. Love summer studies. I am more relaxed sitting on the beach or looking at the mountains:) His creation is so awesome to look at while studying. I hear him on the beach more so then in my house:).
5. I never stay in a hotel room with out inspecting it first. My family waits in the hall just in case they have to change rooms. Its the family joke.
1. Char
2. Burlington KY
3. Solo (cup full of JOY)
4. Seeking HIS face in new and fun ways.
5. Quirk: My pillow has to be just right in order to go to sleep.
1. Mary Anne
2. Osler, SK Canada
3. Small group – connecting through Facebook so not sure of how many there are
4. God’s Word is such a vital part of my life. I rarely go a day without it. I teach and mentor women in my church and community, and I don’t ever want to stop stretching myself to have more of God. I’m loving the fact that I’m not guiding this study, and can approach it as a student rather than teacher.
5. Quirk? Being challenged to love life in spite of circumstances with a child that could easily put me in a dark place.
Lori Wolter
Casper, WY
SOLO
We break from bible study in April and we do not start back up until September. And in this season of my life I need to keep growing in Gods word.
I leave the TV on to FOX News, while I am at work for my Siamese Kitty’s.
1. Tamara
2. Jefferson City
3. Solo
4. I love these Beth Moore Bible Studies. The Lord Always speaks to me through them and during this season of my life I need some direct Word from the Lord.
5. When I clean my house, I clean everything else before I clean the Kitchen.
1. Leslie
2. Tampa, FL
3. Solo
4. I need the discipline of daily study to keep in His word. Many changes in our family life this summer so being grounded in scripture is key!
5. I love sending dorky selfies using photo booth to my kids
1. Colleen
2. Lyndonville, NY
3. solo
4. This has been a few months of emotional upheaval at my house. I need some time to just hang with The Lord.
5. After about 6 pm, I can’t stand loud noises. My poor family can barely hear the tv, I have it turned down so low! 🙂
1. Jane
2. Gainesville, FL
3. Solo
4. Leading the study for a large group at my church in the fall – want to help the discussion leaders prepare.
Solo study. Have never had the opportunity to be involved in an online study and circumstances have given me the time,
1. Jayne Shady
2. Fort Wayne, Indiana
3. Small Group
4. Life circumstances-Continually be in God’s Word
5. When I am stressed I do dishes to relax.