When we began our study of Paul’s letter to the church in Rome I told you that this letter has been used by God to transform countless lives and spark revivals across the globe. One of the revivals, or maybe I should say, “reformations,” that came about because of the letter to the Romans is the transformation of Martin Luther which led to what we know today as The Protestant Reformation. For those of you who are unfamiliar with Martin Luther, let me tell you his story.
Archive for September, 2007
The Power of God
Romans 1:16-17
Sunday, September 30th, 2007
We Have An Obligation To Fulfill
Romans 1:8-15
Sunday, September 23rd, 2007
Paul had the heart of a missionary. He had a love for people that he did not know, he had a desire to go to places where he had never visited, and all of this was rooted in a deep sense of obligation that he felt towards all people. When we think of the word, “obligation,” we think about “owing” someone something. If someone helps you move into your new house and a couple of years later they let you know that they are moving, then you feel a sense of duty to help them out because they helped you out. If you get into a financial bind and someone bails you out, then you feel a sense of obligation to pay them back…or at least you should. This is what we think of when we hear the word, “obligation.” This is not how Paul used the word.
The Good News of God
Romans 1:1-7
Sunday, September 16th, 2007
This week, in our study of Paul’s letter to the church in Rome, we are going to take a look at Romans 1:1-7. These seven verses, in large part, summarize the entire message that Paul wanted to communicate to the brothers and sisters in Rome. It is the “gospel of God,” the good news of God.
BCC Mission Sunday
Wednesday, September 12th, 2007Last Sunday morning the High School crew spent their morning serving the men and women at the Indian Mission in downtown Oklahoma City. It was our first “Mission Sunday” of the new school semester and everyone was so blessed to have the opportunity to serve. Several of us had never been a part of Mission Sunday and we were blown away by how God used our group.
We will continue to have “Mission Sunday” on the second Sunday of each month and we want to get all of our High School group involved. If you’ve never been a part of our group don’t sweat it–neither had some of us before last Sunday. Bring a friend and join us this Sunday at 5 pm at the youth room at BCC.
Paul’s Letter To The Church in Rome
Sunday, September 9th, 2007Today we are beginning a study of Paul’s letter to the church in Rome. There are 66 books in the Bible and yet I would say that more revivals of the soul can be traced to the book of Romans than to any other single book in God’s Word. Throughout history people like St. Augustine, Martin Luther, John Wesley, John Calvin, and John Bunyan have been transformed by the powerful message of Paul’s letter. It was scripture from the book of Romans, “The Roman Road of Salvation,” that was shared with me, and pierced my heart, while I was still a teenager and sitting in the rain at a FCA retreat in Ardmore, OK. The letter to the Romans has been used by God to change hearts and educate God’s people about the predicament of sin, the sufficiency of grace, the righteousness of God, and so much more.
New Bible Studies At BCC
Classes Begin Sunday, Sept.9
Friday, September 7th, 2007
New Classes Begin:
Sunday, September 9, 2007,
Monday, September 10, and
Wednesday, September 12, 2007
Our purpose for the adult educational ministry at Britton Christian Church is to provide opportunities for men and women to grow in their understanding of God’s Word through meeting in small group settings. We believe that a growing understanding of God’s Word is the key to experiencing the “abundant life” that Jesus desires for all of His followers.
The Beatitudes: Eight Qualities that God Values
Facilitator: Herman Stevenson
Sunday Evenings, 6:00 p.m.
Workbook: $7.00
Jesus calls us to be meek and merciful, poor in spirit and pure in heart, mourning and hungry, peacemakers and persecuted. These are the character traits that Jesus highlighted to describe what he looks for in all Christians. As we study them and integrate them into our lives, we will also receive the blessing that Jesus promised.
Searching the Sermons
Facilitator: Mike Hays
Sunday Evenings, 6:00 p.m.
This study is designed to dig into each Sunday morning’s messages, and mine out invaluable insights while they’re still “fresh on the brain.”
Promise Keepers
Tuesday Mornings, 6:30 a.m.
This is a great time for men to get together to study God’s Word. Join us as we continue our study of the Acts of the Apostles.
Daniel, Living Out a Biblical World View
Facilitator: Karen Watson
Monday Mornings: 9:30 a.m.
Workbook: $7.00
An in-depth inductive study that will help you understand God’s Word, bring healing to your soul, and give direction to your life.
Bible Study Methods IFacilitator: Mike Hays
Wednesday Evenings, 6:00 p.m.
Workbook: $15.00
Have you ever been frustrated because you didn’t know how to study the Bible? You hear others talk about what they are learning from God’s Word and you want to be able to learn as well? Here is your opportunity to learn simple, but effective ways to study God’s Word.
Bible Study Methods IIFacilitator: Herman Stevenson
Wednesday Evenings, 6:00 p.m.
Workbook: $15.00
This class is a continuation from the summer session. Students in this class will learn how to study the Bible more effectively. This is a great opportunity to discover new ways to unlock the truths in God’s Word. This session we will look at the following methods: “Character Quality,” “Word Study,” “Devotional,” and “Book Background.”
Women’s Bible Study – Christ in Genesis
Facilitator: Deana Basey
Wednesday Evenings, 6:00 p.m.