The true light, which gives light to everyone, was coming into the world. He was in the world, and the world was made through him, yet the world did not know him. He came to his own, and his own people did not receive him. (John 1:9-11 ESV)
It sounds a lot like Christmas…around here. This year I am doing something totally different during the Advent season. I am participating in an Advent Bible study. The study is held by the “Good Morning Girls“; the name is “Keeping Our Hearts Focused on Jesus”. How fitting, don’t you agree?
I really like the study format and I am thankful that I came across it. Heather from Becoming Titus 2 Women posted about it on FB. I am very thankful that she did.
Like I said, I like the format. Angela from “Good Morning Girl” calls is SOAP: Scripture, Observation, Application, Prayer. I have never heard about this study style, but it totally works for me.
You see, I love Bible study, but sometimes I get so overwhelmed with the ‘home-work’, I quit halfway through. This is just the perfect amount of ‘home-work’. My favorite part though is that you write out every Scripture passage. There is a memory verse each week as well. I truly enjoy memorizing Scripture (gives me a weapon when the fiery darts of the devil start flying around). This week is Romans 15:13:
“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.” (Romans 15:13 ESV)
Love that Scripture passage. Although the study started on December 1st, I would really like for you to check it out. I am thankful for this study so that I can truly keep my eyes and heart focused on Jesus this Christmas; just as it should be.
What are you thankful for this week? Please do share with us by leaving a link to your Thankful Thursday post below.
Thank you for stopping by today. Remember: Keep your heart focused on Jesus, the Reason for the Season.
Love & peace,
Iris
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Dear Iris
This verse has brought me so much comfort over the years. Actually the whole letter of Paul to the Ephesians. After one has studied this letter under the guidance of the Holy Spirit, there is just no way that one can believe even in the slightest that we can contribute towards our salvation; either law or grace, but never a mixture.
Blessings XX
Mia
Peace, hope and joy all in that one memory verse. It really captures the season and the gift we receive when we believe.
This is my first Advent bible study with GMG as well. I have enjoyed diving into the scriptures. Last week about hope, this week about love. Oh the greatest love of all … that of the Father to send His Only Son to die for us all. This is love!