Fri. Esther 4:1-17 The Queen Decides to Help
In what ways have you shown your faith?
I have shown my faith by sometimes preaching to people who need Jesus.It is definitely hard sometimes but it is always worth a try. In this passage Mordecai persuades Esther to help.He needs Esther to go to the king and stop Haman from killing all of the Jews. He sends this message to Esther through Hathak. Esther agrees to help Mordecai and says to Hathak to say to Mordecai to gather the Jews and have them fast for three days and nights and when this is done she would go to the king.
Sunday, February 27, 2011
Thursday, February 24, 2011
Week 7 Bible Reading
Thurs. Esther 3:1-5 The Jews in Danger
When are you tempted to compromise your faith?
I am tempted to compromise my faith when I am sometimes in a group with my friends ans they may not be doing the right thing and I will follow. I never need to compromise my faith because that is not what real faith is. In this story King Xerxes put Haman in a place of high honor.All of the people were told to bow down but Mordecai, the jew, did not bow down. He knew God was to be praised and not Haman. When Haman heard that Mordecai was not going to bow down he was enraged.
When are you tempted to compromise your faith?
I am tempted to compromise my faith when I am sometimes in a group with my friends ans they may not be doing the right thing and I will follow. I never need to compromise my faith because that is not what real faith is. In this story King Xerxes put Haman in a place of high honor.All of the people were told to bow down but Mordecai, the jew, did not bow down. He knew God was to be praised and not Haman. When Haman heard that Mordecai was not going to bow down he was enraged.
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
Week 7 Bible Reading
Wed. Esther 2:1-23 A Strange Way to Become Queen
When have difficult events in your life prepared you for something you would experience later?
Many times in volleyball there are really tough practices but we all live through them and try our hardest. In the end all the hard work pays off when we win a volleyball game. In this passage King Xerxes had to find a new queen to replace queen Vishti. They found Esther who they immediatly fell in love with. The king sent out a request for a beautiful
woman to become queen and that is what they thought Esther was so they crowned her and called her Queen Esther.
When have difficult events in your life prepared you for something you would experience later?
Many times in volleyball there are really tough practices but we all live through them and try our hardest. In the end all the hard work pays off when we win a volleyball game. In this passage King Xerxes had to find a new queen to replace queen Vishti. They found Esther who they immediatly fell in love with. The king sent out a request for a beautiful
woman to become queen and that is what they thought Esther was so they crowned her and called her Queen Esther.
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
Week 7 Bible Reading
Tues. Esther 1:1-22 The Fall of a Queen
How often do you take the important people in your life for granted?
Not too often do I take people for granted but occasionally I do to people younger than me. Just because I am older does not mean I should treat them any differently than any other person.Taking someone for granted is and never will be the right thing to do in any sort of situation.In this story King Xerxes is very rude to Queen Vashti. He ordered her to come before the king, wearing her royal crown, to display her beauty to the people and nobles but she refused which made the king burn woth anger.Since she didn't do what he had said a royal decree was made including things such as Queen Vashti is to never again enter the presence of the king and they gave her royal position to someone else.
How often do you take the important people in your life for granted?
Not too often do I take people for granted but occasionally I do to people younger than me. Just because I am older does not mean I should treat them any differently than any other person.Taking someone for granted is and never will be the right thing to do in any sort of situation.In this story King Xerxes is very rude to Queen Vashti. He ordered her to come before the king, wearing her royal crown, to display her beauty to the people and nobles but she refused which made the king burn woth anger.Since she didn't do what he had said a royal decree was made including things such as Queen Vashti is to never again enter the presence of the king and they gave her royal position to someone else.
Week 7 Bible Reading
Mon. Nehemiah 8:1-18 Reading God’s Word
What are your expectations when you open God’s Word?
When I open God's word I expect to be amazed by how great God is and to learn a new lesson about what and when to do certain things in my life. This always happens when I read my Bible and that is one of the reasons I love it so much.In this passage Ezra reads to the people, the Book of the Law of God. The people that were read the Bible tried to do exactly what the Bible told them to do.The day they read the Bible was one of the most joyous days in all time and Ezra read the Book of the Law everyday to the people.
What are your expectations when you open God’s Word?
When I open God's word I expect to be amazed by how great God is and to learn a new lesson about what and when to do certain things in my life. This always happens when I read my Bible and that is one of the reasons I love it so much.In this passage Ezra reads to the people, the Book of the Law of God. The people that were read the Bible tried to do exactly what the Bible told them to do.The day they read the Bible was one of the most joyous days in all time and Ezra read the Book of the Law everyday to the people.
Sunday, February 20, 2011
Week 6 Bible Reading
Fri. Nehemiah 5:1-19 Nehemiah’s Concern for the Poor
How do you help the poor?
I usually do not see poor people too often but when I do I would probably give them food.I would not give them money because they could be faking it so it is best to give them food so no harm is done.In this story
How do you help the poor?
I usually do not see poor people too often but when I do I would probably give them food.I would not give them money because they could be faking it so it is best to give them food so no harm is done.In this story
Week 6 Bible Reading
Thurs. Nehemiah 2:1-20 Nehemiah Returns to Jerusalem
What relationships in your life need to be rebuilt?
I think the relationship between my siblings and I need to be rebuilt. Even though we fight we still love each other no matter how irritating we are. In this passage Artaxerxes sends Nehemiah to Jerusalem. He sends him because God put on Nehemiah's heart to rebuild Jerusalem's wall. People mocked and ridiculed all who had begun to rebuild it but Nehemiah had faith in God and told them that God would give them success.
What relationships in your life need to be rebuilt?
I think the relationship between my siblings and I need to be rebuilt. Even though we fight we still love each other no matter how irritating we are. In this passage Artaxerxes sends Nehemiah to Jerusalem. He sends him because God put on Nehemiah's heart to rebuild Jerusalem's wall. People mocked and ridiculed all who had begun to rebuild it but Nehemiah had faith in God and told them that God would give them success.
Thursday, February 17, 2011
Week 6 Bible Reading
Wed. Ezra 3:7-13 Rebuilding the Temple
How do you feel when you’re working on a large project?
When I am working on a large project I feel productive. I don't ever feel lazy doing a project because I know I am doing work that is hopefully appreciated. In this story the temple is rebuilt. Joshua, priests, and the Levites all help rebuild the temple and the people are so happy about the rebuilt temple that they are crying and laughing. I am sure in this story the workers felt very productive as I usually do.
How do you feel when you’re working on a large project?
When I am working on a large project I feel productive. I don't ever feel lazy doing a project because I know I am doing work that is hopefully appreciated. In this story the temple is rebuilt. Joshua, priests, and the Levites all help rebuild the temple and the people are so happy about the rebuilt temple that they are crying and laughing. I am sure in this story the workers felt very productive as I usually do.
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Week 6 Bible Reading
Tues. 2 Kings 22:1- 23:3 Discovery of the Lost Book
What happens in your life when the Bible is a “lost” book?
If my Bible gets lost I am not too happy about it. I love going to church to learn a new lesson and reading a scripture from my Bible that could help my whole life improve. In this passage the book of the law is found. A high priest found it and brought it to Josiah, the king, and he was angry so he tore his robe. He tore his robe because he found out his people have been doing wrong by making idols and worshipping them which is wrong in the eyes of the Lord. All of the king's people were punished except for Josiah because he humbled himself.
What happens in your life when the Bible is a “lost” book?
If my Bible gets lost I am not too happy about it. I love going to church to learn a new lesson and reading a scripture from my Bible that could help my whole life improve. In this passage the book of the law is found. A high priest found it and brought it to Josiah, the king, and he was angry so he tore his robe. He tore his robe because he found out his people have been doing wrong by making idols and worshipping them which is wrong in the eyes of the Lord. All of the king's people were punished except for Josiah because he humbled himself.
Week 6 Bible Reading
Mon. 2 Kings 11:1-21 The King Who Was A Kid
Who are your best examples in life?
The best example in my life is my mom. She has been through most of the stuff I have been through and tells me exactly the right thing to do. In this story a 7 year old becomes king. He is protected in this passage because of Jehoiada who gave the protectors advice. Athalia was not happy about it so she tore her robe and was killed. Advice is always helpful when you know who to get it from.
Who are your best examples in life?
The best example in my life is my mom. She has been through most of the stuff I have been through and tells me exactly the right thing to do. In this story a 7 year old becomes king. He is protected in this passage because of Jehoiada who gave the protectors advice. Athalia was not happy about it so she tore her robe and was killed. Advice is always helpful when you know who to get it from.
Monday, February 14, 2011
Fri. Nehemiah 5:1-19 Nehemiah’s Concern for the Poor
How do you help the poor?
Not to often do I see poor people but when I do I usually will give them food. Some times people will fake being poor or homeless to get money so it is best to give them food. In this passage Nehemiah helps the poor. He goes to the nobles and officials to tell them that they are doing wrong in the Lord's and his eyes. He told them to give back everything that they took and they did and the Lord remembered Nehemiah for helping the less fortunate.
How do you help the poor?
Not to often do I see poor people but when I do I usually will give them food. Some times people will fake being poor or homeless to get money so it is best to give them food. In this passage Nehemiah helps the poor. He goes to the nobles and officials to tell them that they are doing wrong in the Lord's and his eyes. He told them to give back everything that they took and they did and the Lord remembered Nehemiah for helping the less fortunate.
Thursday, February 10, 2011
Week 5 Bible Reading
Thurs. 2 Kings 2: 13-25 Elisha’s Miracles
How would someone else know that you have a deep respect for God?
People would know that I would have a deep respect for God if I acted like a godly young woman. If I pulled out a bottle of beer and a cigarrete the last thing people would think of me is Christian.In this story God is with Elisha. The people
saw what he had done with elijah's robe in the water and bowed at his feet.Miracles that happened to Elisha were noticed and we need to notice the good things God does for us more often.
How would someone else know that you have a deep respect for God?
People would know that I would have a deep respect for God if I acted like a godly young woman. If I pulled out a bottle of beer and a cigarrete the last thing people would think of me is Christian.In this story God is with Elisha. The people
saw what he had done with elijah's robe in the water and bowed at his feet.Miracles that happened to Elisha were noticed and we need to notice the good things God does for us more often.
Wednesday, February 9, 2011
Week 5 Bible Reading
Wed. 2 Kings 2: 1-12 Elijah’s Chariot
When you make a commitment, how far will you go to carry it out?
When I make a commitment I try to do exactly what I said I would do. If I do not follow my commitment I usually feel guilty but when I follow it I feel like I did the right thing.In this passage the Lord sends Elijah many places but Elisha never leaves his side. The people kept telling Elisha that the Lord would take Elijah that day and he knew it.He saw when God took Elijah into heaven in a whirlwind and he tore Elijah's robe in two.
When you make a commitment, how far will you go to carry it out?
When I make a commitment I try to do exactly what I said I would do. If I do not follow my commitment I usually feel guilty but when I follow it I feel like I did the right thing.In this passage the Lord sends Elijah many places but Elisha never leaves his side. The people kept telling Elisha that the Lord would take Elijah that day and he knew it.He saw when God took Elijah into heaven in a whirlwind and he tore Elijah's robe in two.
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
Week 5 Bible Reading
Tues. 1 Kings 22: 29-40 The Death of King Ahab
When are you tempted to think that you can hide from God?
I am tempted to hide from God when I sin. I feel like I have done something wrong so I wish I could take it back.In this story Ahab is killed at Ramoth Gilead.He is killed at war when someone drew his bow at random and hit the king of Israel. Jehoshaphat was dressed in robes while the king was dressed in armor so they thought Jehoshaphat was king until he cried out.
When are you tempted to think that you can hide from God?
I am tempted to hide from God when I sin. I feel like I have done something wrong so I wish I could take it back.In this story Ahab is killed at Ramoth Gilead.He is killed at war when someone drew his bow at random and hit the king of Israel. Jehoshaphat was dressed in robes while the king was dressed in armor so they thought Jehoshaphat was king until he cried out.
Monday, February 7, 2011
Week 5 Bible Reading
Mon. 1 Kings 21: 1-29 The Stolen Vineyard
How important is justice in your life?
I think it is very important because I like things to be fair and just.I hate when people are being treated unfairly. Good thing our God is just.In this passage Ahab goes to Naboth to buy his vineyard.Naboth said no because the Lord had told him to and Ahab was very angry.He told his wife and she put Naboth in a place of honor until she found out he still was not going to give the vineyard, so they stoned him.God was not happy about this so He sent Elijah who told him his ancestors will not live from what he has done.Then he did something that pleased the Lord and God took away his punishment for a MUCH smaller one.
How important is justice in your life?
I think it is very important because I like things to be fair and just.I hate when people are being treated unfairly. Good thing our God is just.In this passage Ahab goes to Naboth to buy his vineyard.Naboth said no because the Lord had told him to and Ahab was very angry.He told his wife and she put Naboth in a place of honor until she found out he still was not going to give the vineyard, so they stoned him.God was not happy about this so He sent Elijah who told him his ancestors will not live from what he has done.Then he did something that pleased the Lord and God took away his punishment for a MUCH smaller one.
Sunday, February 6, 2011
Week 4 Bible Reading
Fri. 1 Kings 19: 1-21 Spiritual Burnout
When was the last time you felt sorry for yourself?
The last time I felt sorry for myself was when my brother was being very unchristlike to me in front of a group of his friends.I was so embarrased, wished I never had a brother, and felt sorry for myself.In this story Elijah flees to Horeb.He flees to Horeb because he is afraid he might me killed.He hid in a cave at Horeb when God came to him and told him to anoint Hazael king over Aram in a whisper.Then Elijah went to Elisha and Elisha became his servant.
When was the last time you felt sorry for yourself?
The last time I felt sorry for myself was when my brother was being very unchristlike to me in front of a group of his friends.I was so embarrased, wished I never had a brother, and felt sorry for myself.In this story Elijah flees to Horeb.He flees to Horeb because he is afraid he might me killed.He hid in a cave at Horeb when God came to him and told him to anoint Hazael king over Aram in a whisper.Then Elijah went to Elisha and Elisha became his servant.
Week 4 Bible Reading
Thurs. 1 Kings 18: 16-46 Elijah Versus the Priests of Baal
How would you describe your attitude toward God’s power today?
I think my attitude towards God's power has gotten better.I used to be angry of what happened and why God put certain people in my life.I have been made a stronger Christian and now I am thankfull God has the power He has.In this passage Elijah shows people that God, is God.He and the priest of Baal both had a bull that they were supposed to call on their god to light the fire.The priests of Baal called on their god but nothing happened.Elijah called on the true God,which is God,and the fire was lit.The people were astonished and knew that his God was God.
How would you describe your attitude toward God’s power today?
I think my attitude towards God's power has gotten better.I used to be angry of what happened and why God put certain people in my life.I have been made a stronger Christian and now I am thankfull God has the power He has.In this passage Elijah shows people that God, is God.He and the priest of Baal both had a bull that they were supposed to call on their god to light the fire.The priests of Baal called on their god but nothing happened.Elijah called on the true God,which is God,and the fire was lit.The people were astonished and knew that his God was God.
Wednesday, February 2, 2011
Week 4 Bible Reading
Wed. 1 Kings 17: 1-24 God Takes Care of Elijah
How do obeying and trusting God go together in your life?
Obeying and trusting God come together in my life because by trusting God I can obey Him.If I do not trust him it will be harder for me to obey Him.In this passage God takes care of Elijah.He does that by giving him food from ravens and also a widow with a son.When he was with the widow who was taking care of him her son became very ill and stopped breathing.Then Elijah called out to the Lord and the Lord heard his cry and her son lived.
How do obeying and trusting God go together in your life?
Obeying and trusting God come together in my life because by trusting God I can obey Him.If I do not trust him it will be harder for me to obey Him.In this passage God takes care of Elijah.He does that by giving him food from ravens and also a widow with a son.When he was with the widow who was taking care of him her son became very ill and stopped breathing.Then Elijah called out to the Lord and the Lord heard his cry and her son lived.
Week 4 Bible reading
Tues. 1 Kings 12: 1-24 Solomon’s Unwise Son
Who are some people you know who will give you good advice?
I know my mom always gives me great advice.She gives me great advice because she has already been through most situations I go through.She tells me exactly what to do,when to do it,and I know to trust she gave me good advice.I love talking to my mom because I can talk to her about literally anything.In this story Israel rebels against Rehoboam.The King kept telling his people to come back in three days but the people and the King were starting to get angry.Rehoboam was completely unwise unlike his father,Solomon.
Who are some people you know who will give you good advice?
I know my mom always gives me great advice.She gives me great advice because she has already been through most situations I go through.She tells me exactly what to do,when to do it,and I know to trust she gave me good advice.I love talking to my mom because I can talk to her about literally anything.In this story Israel rebels against Rehoboam.The King kept telling his people to come back in three days but the people and the King were starting to get angry.Rehoboam was completely unwise unlike his father,Solomon.
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