Women’s Bible Study | Revelation

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Perhaps no other book of the Bible feels as inaccessible and as intimidating to us as the very last one. The book of Revelation overflows with images and ideas that confound our modern ears. But if all Scripture is God-breathed and profitable, we should assume Revelation is as accessible and helpful as any other book of the Bible. Why don’t we see it that way?

Two thousand years ago, John’s Revelation was circulated and read aloud among seven churches in Asia Minor. Those who heard the letter understood it and drew encouragement from its message. The same can be true for you today. Over 10 sessions of verse-by-verse Bible study, Jen Wilkin helps you discover how the last book of the Bible—the culmination of God’s great story—speaks both a steadying word of assurance and a strong call to endure to the church in every age.

Video Sessions:

  • Introduction: Before You Begin (04:56)—In this introductory video, Jen describes her Bible study methodology and what to expect from her study approach to the book of Revelation. Watch this video with your group or on your own before you begin your study.  
  • Bonus Video: A Word for Group Leaders (03:53)—If you’re leading a Bible study group or facilitating discussion through Revelation, don’t miss this leader video with a word from Jen just for you.  
  • Week One: Unveiling (59:57)—In this introduction to the study, Jen gives an overview and background information to the book of Revelation and walks through Revelation 1:1-3. She also explains the genre of apocalyptic literature and the important role the Old Testament plays in understanding John’s vision. 
  • Week Two: Seven Churches (51:18)—Jen walks through Revelation 1:4–3:22, John’s vision of the Son of Man and the letters to the seven churches in Asia Minor. These verses hold encouragement for us and the church today to stand strong in our faith because Jesus is ruling and reigning from His throne. 
  • Week Three: The Heavenly Throne Room (45:25)—In this video, Jen teaches Revelation 4–5, John’s vision of the heavenly throne room. Using passages from throughout Scripture, Jen helps make sense of the scene John views and the heavenly reality we can hold onto with assurance and hope. 
  • Week Four: Seven Seal (41:20)—As we continue through the book of Revelation, Jen teaches on Revelation 6:1–8:1, the seven seal judgments that are poured out on the earth. We will consider how this scene of God’s wrath being poured out on the earth can grow our faith in the Lord and our endurance unto the end. 
  • Week Five: Seven Trumpets (49:44)—This video features Jen’s teaching on Revelation 8:2–11:19, which covers the seven trumpet judgments. As Jen explains, these chapters encourage us that God is long-suffering, just, and faithful to all generations.  
  • Week Six: Seven Histories (50:04)—Revelation 12:1–15:5, which Jen teaches through in this video, covers seven snapshots from John’s vision. These chapters give a glimpse at the interplay between heavenly and earthly realities, offering an anchor of encouragement to the children of God in every age. 
  • Week Seven: Seven Bowls (40:10)—In this teaching, Jen covers Revelation 15:1–16:21, the seven bowl judgments. These scenes serve as a reminder that God’s love for the saints necessitates His justice against His enemies. 
  • Week Eight: Seven Words of Woe (49:56)—As Jen teaches through Revelation 17:1–19:10, seven messages that describe the downfall of the kingdom of earth, we are reminded that we await a better city—the eternal kingdom of God. 
  • Week Nine: Seven Last Sights (56:00)—With this teaching, Jen nears the end of Revelation and God’s grand story. Revelation 19:11–21:8 describe the final demise of the enemy and the celebration of the bride of Christ in all her glory. 
  • Week Ten: On Earth as in Heaven (39:19)—Jen closes her study on Revelation with Revelation 21:9–22:21. This final picture from John’s vision is an encouragement for us toward steadfastness and hope. 

No Other Gods

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Often, idols are obvious—money, power, fame. But subtler idols can sometimes take the form of sweet loved ones, Instagramable interiors, and busy seasons of ministry.

But if your heart is prioritizing any of those pursuits before God, they are taking up space meant for Him alone.

In this 8-session study, learn to identify the functional gods you are serving daily and the lies they tell. Only when you learn to dethrone modern-day idols can you pursue a deeper, more meaningful relationship with Jesus.

Pumpkin Patch

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Pumpkin Season is Almost Here!

Join us this fall for the Annual Pumpkin Patch! We are beyond excited to bring the Patch to Jennings again and we are looking forward to spending the day with you!

Bring the entire family for Family Day on Saturday, October 26, 2024. The gates will open at 10am and close at 6pm. Along with the pumpkins, there will be food, games, face painting, petting zoo, story telling, train rides, fun jumps and more!

Our pumpkins range in price from just under $1 to around $55 for the largest you will see in the patch. Our patch team will be happy to help you find the pumpkin or pumpkins that will be just right for you and your family. For your convenience, we accept cash, check and credit card. Donations will also be accepted.

The Gospel of John Bible Study

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Ladies, join us for this 7 session Bible Study! It will begin on Tuesday, August 27th in the Foundations Room, at 9am.

Life. It seems to move at a break-neck pace. Days are filled with noise, screens, and appointments. Sometimes worry and fear are constant companions. The chaos can leave you looking for a place to be still, but that resting spot always seems to be an elusive destination. Jesus offers a different kind of life. He offers peace. He is peace.

In this 7-session study on the Gospel of John, Melissa Spoelstra will encourage you to slow down and linger with the living Word. You’ll appreciate the pace of the Savior who never hurried but completed all that the Father called Him to accomplish. As you turn the pages of John’s Gospel, you’ll be challenged to take on the posture of a learner—understanding that the peace Jesus offers is not an ease of circumstances, but a stillness of the soul. As a result, you’ll grow in intimacy with Him and learn to live, serve, and rest in His peace.

First Place | New Session

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Orientation for the next First Place session will be held May 13th at 6pm.  Come and be introduced to the Christ-centered weight loss and healthy living program!
The cost for new members is $90 which pays for the member’s kit and Bible study.  This session’s Bible study will be ‘A Better Way’.  Our world is full of contradictions.  We have amazing technology that can make our lives easier, yet we are more stressed and busier than previous generations.  We live in a country with great wealth and resources, yet poverty and homelessness are constant.  Outer beauty is valued more than inner beauty.  And even though we know more about healthy living and have more resources to make healthy choices than ever before, overweight and obesity rates continue to rise.  There is A BETTER WAY and that way is JESUS.

Returning members’ cost is $20.

Call the church office at 337-824-3271 for more information.