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"Study to show thyself approved unto God,
a workman that needeth not to be ashamed
rightly dividing the word of truth.
II Timothy 2:15

Are you weak? Weary? Confused? Troubled? Pressured?

How is your relationship with God? Is it held in its place of priority? I believe the greater the pressure, the greater your need for time alone with Him.

--Kay Arthur

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The "Fruit of the Spirit" is love and it is manifested in joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness,gentleness and self-control.

Joy is love's strength.

Peace is love's security.

Patience is love's endurance.

Kindness is love's conduct.

Goodness islove's character.

Faithfulness is love's confidence.

Gentleness is love's humility.

Self-Control is love's victory.

Halton D. Starr, Phd

Time spent daily in the Word of God is a very important part of our growth process. In order to live a life that is well pleasing to Him, we must read the Word daily praying for wisdom and direction.

If you are having trouble starting, find a Christ centered bible study. Ask for suggestions at your chruch or local christian book store.

I am using my favorite Bible Study again this year. It is Biblepathway. I have used this study guide for many years and my study time has been richly blessed. To request this guide click here.Biblepathway.

It seems that when we sit down to spend time alone with the Lord all kinds of distractions hinder us. We start to think about what needs to be done when we're done, the phone rings, we remember something that has to be done right away or we'll forget.

If this sounds familar try this:
1)Turn the ringer off on the phone, let the voice mail or answering machine get the calls, you can deal with them later.

2)Keep a pad of paper and pencil beside you to jot down those things that come to mind while you are having your quiet time, then you won't forget them.

3)Have your quiet time in a place that has the least amount of distractions for you.

4)Enjoy your time with the Lord.

Bible Studies

In Touch= This daily devontional follows the radio broadcast of Dr Charles Stanley. If you are having trouble starting this may be just for you. it is available free fo charge. To order call 1-800-333-5849, or on the web at www.intouch.org

Insight for Living- This study guide is more in depth and foolows the radio broadcast of Chuck Swindoll. This guide is free of charge. To order call 1-800-772-8888 or on the web www.insight.org

Personal Bible Studies Methods by Rick Warren- This study guide includes twelve bible study methods. You are bound to find one that works for you.

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