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Blood Drive April 11
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Click here to sign up for the Easter Prayer Vigil! Easter Worship Schedule
Holy Communion at all services 7:00-11:00am Breakfast in the Cafe Lenten Services
Lenten Soup & Sandwich Supper at 5:30 pm in Linder Hall
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Nursery for children under 6 years old is offered at the Journal Your Way to Life Transformation
On January 1, we began a life-transforming, year-long reading of the Bible. As we do this, we're journaling to reflect on what God is saying. Because this is not a "Bible Study" per se, what we get from it differs for each of us. But we guarantee this: it is making a difference in our lives. What surprises does God have in store for you this year? Join us as we find out together. You can get on board any time. Just pick up a set of bookmarks in the narthex, buy a spiral notebook, and set aside a time each day to get into God's word.
S for Scripture Open your Bible to the reading found under today's date on your Bible bookmark. Take time reading and allow God to speak to you. When you are done, look for a verse that particularly speaks to you, and write it in your journal.
O for Observation What do you see happening in that text? What is the main message or situation? What do you think God is saying to you in this verse? Ask the Holy Spirit to teach you and reveal Jesus to you. Using your own words, write in your journal the main idea in the verse.
A for Application Personalize what you have read by asking yourself how it applies to your life right now. Perhaps it is instruction, encouragement, revelation of a new promise, or correction for a particular area of your life. Write how this scripture can apply to you today.
P for Prayer This can be as simple as asking God to help you use this scripture, or it may be a greater insight into what He may be revealing to you. Remember, prayer is a two-way conversation, so be sure to listen to what God has to say. Now, write it out.
When Should I Journal?
It is a good idea to set aside a certain time in your schedule each day and find a quiet place where you won't be distracted. It's not important what time you do your devotions, but it is important to devote time to it and make it an important part of your day. For morning people, it's a great way to start your day. For others, it's 40-minute lunchtime appointments with Jesus. For the night owls, it's the final act of the day, the time to quiet their hearts and hear God's voice.
If this seems a little overwhelming, take it slow and keep it simple. No matter how you decide to do your devotions, the important thing is to show up for your daily appointment. God is always waiting for you!
Posted on 2010-02-19 Bookmarks for the bible readings March 10: Deuteronomy 13-15; Galatians 1 SCRIPTURE: Deuteronomy 14:26 When you arrive, you may use the money to buy any kind of food you want—cattle, sheep, goats, wine, or other alcoholic drink. Then feast there in the presence of the Lord your God and celebrate with your household.
OBSERVATION: We see in this text that God makes provision for those who live far away so that they do not need to bring the animals for sacrifice on the journey. Instead they can sell them and use the money to buy animals once they arrive. We also see more clearly that the sacrifice is used as a feast of celebration for the household in the presence of the Lord.
APPLICATION: In Leviticus it was less clear that the sacrifice was eaten by the family and that a significant part of what was happening in sacrifice was an acknowledgement of God for the entire household. We too need to create regular times in our households for celebration in which we acknowledge the goodness and presence of God.
PRAYER: Lord help us to create celebrations for our family which clearly honor and acknowledge you for your goodness and presence. Help us not to take for granted the blessings you pour out upon us. AMEN (Posted on March 10th, 2010) Comments (0) »
World Famous African Children's Choir!
Go to our
Photos page
to view some pictures taken during the African Children's Choir visit to TVLC in 2007.
Tanque Verde Lutheran Church
is located in Tucson, Arizona.
TVLC is a place for spiritual growth, family growth and outreach, care and fellowship, centered in Jesus Christ.
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