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.
Hope it’s not too late to join! We are missionaries in Wales and my mom just sent me the workbook, so I’ve got some catching up to do!
1. Charity
2. Cardiff, Wales (UK) But I’m from Dallas, TX
3. Solo
4. I’ve recently received a difficult diagnosis and I’m desperate for more of God!
Prayers for you during your health struggles Charity
Thank you!!!!
Prayers for you, Charity!
Thank you!!!
Praying for healing, comfort, and peace, Charity.
Dear Father, we are praying in agreement for Charity. Please give her doctors wisdom, give Charity strength for this season and, also, give her and her loved ones Your peace. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
1. Jenn Anthony (on behalf of our Sisters of Selah small group)
2. Manhattan, KS
3. There’s a small group of about 15 of us doing this study together, although we’re running 1 week behind the rest of you. We’re meeting at First United Methodist Church in Manhattan.
4. Our group has been doing studies together for a number of years, so the majority of us (myself included) are doing this one to continue in our community as well as for the accountability group study brings.
5. We had a number of quirks among the group, but for the sake of confidentiality, I’ll only share mine. Ever since I was a child, I refuse to eat the ends of bananas. I still won’t.
1. Kiva
2. Orange County, California
3. Studying solo
4. A funny quirk about me is that every time I say the word, “sandwich” it sounds like a have a southern accent! I’m a born and raised California girl but for some reason that word always has a little Texas twang! hehe 🙂
1. Paige Henry
2. Winterset, Iowa
3. Solo
4. I am new to online bible studies and loving it! I heard about this one and wanted to join in because ILOVE Beth Moore!
5. I can not stand washing dishes w/out gloves…not to keep my nails looking good but because I can’t stand that shriveled up feeling! Makes me cringe just thinking about it!!
I will be going solo on this Bible study journey. my spirit is so hungry, and Beth ALWAYS fills me up. I feel like this study will fit perfectly into my life’s journey right now. Thank you so much for doing this!
Deb Ninis from Loudon TN.. I am doing this study in tandem with a group of 6 ladies from New Providence Baptist Church in Loudon, TN. I decided to do this study because I need a recharge, life is really busy and I wanted a way to refocus and move on to the next thing!
1. Alicia
2. Chesapeake, VA
3. Solo study
4. My mom told me about this so I thought I’d check it out. We both attend BSF (Bible Study Fellowship)during “school year” months, but are always looking for a summer Bible study. This was perfect! So now I’m catching up 🙂
5. Quirky ~ (This is honestly the first thing that popped in my head, mostly because my husband thinks it’s so weird) I’m particular about the sleeve on my Starbucks cup being lined up just right with the mouth of the lid so that my thumb hits the crease of the sleeve while I’m holding the cup to sip it. I, without thinking, adjust it every single time the barista hands it to me. There’s a chance I’m a bit OCD, but whatever 🙂
Morriston, Fl. I usually am in a small group study but taking this one alone. I always learn so much from your studies so didn’t want any less “Son shine for this summer”.
When standing in line at the stores I straighten out the items on the shelves….oh, my goodness…and my own pantry is the one that needs it!!!
I was waiting until I got my book before introducing myself 🙂
1. Crystal
2. Mesa, AZ
3. Solo Study
4. Our women’s bible study group meets on Thursday night, and I decided for this session that I would do childcare for the women in the study rather than do the study myself.
5. My quirky habit that drives my husband absolutely crazy… When we go grocery shopping the items have to be placed on the little conveyor belt in a certain order in hopes that the person bagging will put them in that order. Canned goods with canned goods, refrigerated stuff together, etc.
Sounds normal to me!
Jill Stump
Brunswick, Ohio
Solo
I Love attending Bible studies but at this time with work schedule and kids home for summer and their activities so wanted to do this online. I love Beth and all her studies soo am excited to get started…I sure hope I am not too late to begin!
I guess my biggest quick is I am always early for EVERYTHING (except this study…lol)…it drives my family crazy!
1. Sabrina
2. Cashion,Ok
3. Group
4. I am a teacher who has been through a very rough year. I need to hear from God in a new way this summer!
5. I can’t stand chunks of anything in my food. I work hard to finely chop and brown meat as well as chop vegetables into very tiny pieces.;)
I’m in bible study this summer because I’m in a difficult season and feel the tug calling me to stay in the word.
My quirk is that I’m such a giant macaroni and cheese fan(all kinds boxed,frozen, takeout) that I asked for a pan of it for a wedding gift from a work colleague. I actually got it along with a gift. Everyone thought I was kidding. Don’t regret it even to this day and it was 20 yrs ago.
1. Liz
2. Fleming Island, FL
3. 4 ladies
4. We want to stay in God’s Word during the summer and hold each other accountable.
5. I can’t stand when my kids come out of the tub and get water on the carpet. There is a bathmat and you have a towel. Dry off before going anywhere. Inevitably, I step in the water and soak my sock.
1. Alisa Beets
2. Cheraw, South Carolina
3. Group of two . . . but now it’s just me as my friend Michelle is in the hospital fighting Leukemia… please pray for her as not a prayer will be wasted!
4. The last year of my life has been tough. I’ve not been able to write or read very much due to my inability to focus . . . losing my Father took my breath away. Recently,I have been so drawn to this study. I know God is tending to me through this study.
5. I cannot stand to fold clean laundry unless my hands are entirely clean! 😀 Work in progress ya’ll!!
Dear Father, we are praying in agreement with Alisa. We pray that you will give Michelle’s doctors wisdom, give Michelle strength for this fight, and give Michelle, Alisa and all of Michelle’s loved ones Your peace in the meantime. I, also, pray for Alisa, God, that You will bring her Your peace to deal with the loss of her father and thank you, for being our Heavenly Father and drawing Alisa to You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
1. Lynne
2. Glasgow, Scotland
3. Solo
4. With 2 year old and 8 month old boys I need to recapture God and be encouraged through the exhaustion of daily life!
Susan
Lanexa, Virginia
Small group
Need a fresh touch from The Lord
I love Cheetos even more than my grandchildren do!
Glad to be here!
My name is Courtney Jones.
I live in Pflugerville, TX (The ‘P’ is silent).
I’m doing this study with my mom and one of my sisters.
I love BMo’s studies and am so excited to stay in the word this summer and learn more about the Bible.
My quirk is saying words like “crumbs” and “rats” instead of “dang it” or other alternatives 🙂
Valerie Moore
Marlow, OK
Solo
Busy summer, need accountability
Germiphobe, NEVER take mints from the complimentary basket 🙂
Germiphobe here also. I don’t use the public hand sanitizer provided by some stores, I carry my own.
1. Tammy
2. Williamson, GA
3. Solo
4. I haven’t done a Bible study in a long time and I want to hear from God.
5. Can’t get enough chocolate
Quirk, can’t get enough chocolate? I consider that a mandatory rule for any activity, including walking by the candy dish. It’s why I have one in every room.
1. Joyce
2. Chesterton, Indiana
3. Small group
4. God brought me to this study of women I have known on various levels throughout the years.
It is a Blessing to me. The Lord has something spectacular in store for us!!
5. We raise and sell beef cattle for freezer meat……..I don’t eat beef…..maybe hamburger.LOL
1. Ashley
2. Memphis, Tn
3. Small group, 6 ladies around a dining table
4. I had my second baby 3 months ago and I could use a fresh word from The Lord during a wonderful, yet exhausting season of life.
5. I am 31 and yet I can’t eat spaghetti noodles… They look like worms. 🙂
Patty
Redding, Ca
Solo
I am doing this study to build my faith and draw closer to the Lord.
One of my quirks is I dont do “Messy” very well
1) Jamie
2) Sacramento, CA
3) In group, about 7 lovely ladies and meeting in a private home
4) Build faith and female community
5) My feet gets hot at night so I am always kicking!
Plano,TX
Solo
1. Debbie Cowie
2. Magnolia, TX
3. Group of 3 friends – meeting at home
4. I’m surrounded by friends and family going through indescribable pain. I need to stay focused on and filled up by Jesus. I also need personal strength and encouragement.
5. I leave my shoes all over the house because I kick them off wherever I am. I’d really love it if I never had to wear shoes!
1. My name is Elena Robles
2. I’m from Fresno, California
3. I get the honor and pleasure of doing this particular study solo and get a feel for it to see if it may be the next group study for our women’s ministry at our church
4. Personally, I am in a place right now of wanting to soak up as much time, energy, and resources regarding my personal walk and any ministry opportunities I may have during my walk with Christ. I AM A SPONGE and looking to be poured out in any and every way I can.
5. QUIRK? HHHhhhhmmmmmm….. Well, I recently discovered that I am a little obsessive about having my finger nails painted, its not just a girlie thing… its a little quirky
1.Beth
2.San Antonio, TX
3 Solo
4.I lead a large women’s Bible group at my church that meets in the Spring and Fall. We usually do Beth Moore or Priscilla Shirer studies and are doing COTD this fall. I like to do the study ahead of time and usually I’m by myself in that, so I am excited to have lots of company this time.
5.My clothes hanging in my closet are arranged by color (ROYGBIV) and season. Nothing else in my house is arranged so OCD.
1) Cheryl 2) Webster Fl 3)small group of coworkers 4)learn and grow closer to God 5) when studying I tend to get stuck on just one word
1. Gina DeBruler
2. Mt. Sterling, KY
3. Solo
4. Hungry for scripture
5. Can only have 1 of each color of pen in my purse at a time.
Hi!
1. My name is Candace Hendrick.
2. I’m doing Bible Study with y’all from Kyle, TX.
3. I am joining 4 friends to do this Children of the Day Bible Study. Where we meet is something we are deciding last minute before each meeting. We all have kiddos so we try to pick a place we can have in depth discussion and they can safely run around free…and since we’re in Texas a place where they won’t die from the heat!
4. I need to be in God’s Word so my mind doesn’t become the devil’s playground. It keeps me knowing truth about God and about me.
5. A quirk of mine is that sometimes I try to plan everything out ahead of time in my mind and if I see difficulties I don’t do anything. But I started this Bible study anyway and my 4 friends joined in. Boy, am I glad!:)
1) Vicki
2) Indianapolis, IN
3) Solo
4) I love these books of the Bible and can’t wait to learn more about Thes 1 & 2. I finished “A Women’s Heart, God’s Dwelling Place” for the second time (I’ve now done the original version, with Beth’s big hair, and now the updated one. 🙂 ).
5) I’m 50…and I stil love superhero stories!
Channone
Santa Maria, CA
With a friend
I would enjoy the structure of the bible study to not just be in the Word half-hazardly.
I always dry off my right leg first, then my left after taking a shower or bath.
1. Jeanette
2. Science Hill, KY
3. In group of 3
4. Grow stronger
1. Adrienne
2. Sellersburg,IN
3. Small group… Party of 2! At swim practice
4. Life circumstances this summer motivating me to get into scripture 🙂
5. Quirk… Can’t stand having any tags in my clothing, purses, etc!
Leigh
Kinston, NC
Solo
Been awhile since a bible study
1. Melody
2. Whitmore Lake, Michigan
3. Solo
4. Summer seemed like the perfect time to experience my 1st online Bible study.
5. Is it quirky that I’ve lived in Michigan all my life yet dislike winter?
Melody, so glad to see another Michigander. Embrace winter, it makes it easier. Also, enjoy the online Bible study. It is what you make it. You can’t go wrong with Beth’s studies. Email if you want to be accountable this summer! Blessings. BTW, I’m from Lansing.
1. Melissa F.
2. Blairsville
3. Going solo
4. I have been going through a tough time for a while and
I need God’s word. I desire to hear from Him.
5. I have a lot of quirks 🙂 One that I thought of right
away is that I can’t stand things being messy, so
before I leave a hotel room or restaurant I clean up-
make the bed, clean off the table, stack the dishes,
etc.
1. Nikki
2. Montgomery, TX
3. Group of 3 possibly more ladies via skype
4. I want to study/learn about Thessalonians
5. I call my husband pookie and my dogs yemanoos! I have my own language, lol!!
Ripon, CA
Solo
Time with the Lord
1) Michelle & Karl
2) Fort Wayne, IN
3) husband and wife
4). Wanting to continue hearing God through His word and wanting the accountability of a study to keep us in it.
5)I like to read while I watch baseball.
1. Kate
2. Wimberley, TX
3. With my sis!
4. I am craving a deep study of God’s word. Also, my husband and I just returned from a year in Thessaloniki serving a local church so books of Thessalonians have a special place in my heart.
5. I love pushing things that pop: bubble wrap, the little circles on the top of fast food drinks, you get the picture.
I love pushing things that pop, too, Kate!
1. Stephanie, Justine, DallasAshley & Faith
2. Helotes, Tx
3. Small Mom & My Daughters Group meeting at home
4. We are doing our first bible study together. My 12 & 13 yr old have been asking for a year if we could do one. I have done Law of Love with my 21yr old she really enjoyed it. I have felt prompted to gather us together this summer to study. We as a family have been dealt a tough year and have spent little time together as well as in the word therefore I asked the girls and we believe The Lord is calling us to this study at this time. As well as an other one to include Dad. Please keep us in prayer.
Thank you.
5. I have to sweep if there is just a few specks of dirt on the floor which keeps me sweeping all day long. I love it too.
1. Beth
2. Alabama
3. Self
4. Ready to begin a new study
5. Need to have white noise (ie a fan motor) in order to go to sleep.
1. Shelley
2 Grantville, Pa
3 Solo
4 My ladies bible study at my church
takes a break through the summer.
Was blessed seeing Beth in Hershey
Pa! I wanted to keep up studying! Sorry for the late start.
5 Setting the trash by the door to go out and my
husband and son walk by it like it is invisible!!
They are too funny and have selective sight but I sure love them lots!!
Hi from beautiful Victoria, British Columbia, CANADA
This is my first Siesta Summer B. study, my fifth or sixth BMo study. I’m joining a small group of women who will gather at one of our homes.
I’m looking for a focused study, especially interested in the eschatological bit of Thessalonians.
One of my quirks is chewing gum while I sleep.
1. Wendy
2. Sandy, UT
3. Solo
4. For motivation to stay in The Word.
1) Shannon
2) Burbank, CA
3) Solo now, but I think our women’s group will be doing this together soon. I just couldn’t wait.
4) I work at our church and we have been going through a season of transition and it has been very difficult. Being in the Word always helps me refocus.
5) I love when I drive by homes with their windows open, I slow down and see how they’ve decorated inside. I’m very nosey.
Carolyn C
West Virginia
Small group- meeting at our church
Summer time I can do small group because I’m a teacher so I have more time.
Quirk: first thing I thought of is that I can be extremely indecisive sometimes I let my 3 year old help me decide meal choices, etc. (not so much with life decision though) even now I’m debating if I shouldn’t type this 🙂 I’m learning to not sweat the small stuff!
1. Diane
2. Statesboro, GA
3. Solo
4. I am having major surgery the last week of June and I wanted to do this study while I am at the hospital recovering and at home for my seven weeks of down time. I want my time this summer to be meaningful.
5. I’m quirky in that I love to fold laundry.
Diane, Praying for you for a speedy recovery!
1. Nancy
2. Purcellville, VA
3. Solo, my small group bible study is off for the summer and I really wanted to continue with a study.
4. Really entrench myself in the word and get closer to God
5. I’m not aloof – I’m an introvert living in an extrovert world – but really I’m nice once you get to know me 🙂