Practicing the Presence
What was our theme for Wednesday Nights?
Practical Tools to Connect with God
What was one of your spiritual gifts and what does it mean?
(Up to Shannon and Wilson's Discretion)
How well do the Israelites do at following God and showcasing his love to the other nations?
TERRIBLE! They stunk :(
Name one of the peoples name who led worship with us on night of worship or who spoke to us on Missions night
Jordan, Ramie, Jeremy, Caroline
Where can you go on mission to as a 5th and 6th grader?
Dominican Republic- with your family
Dallas- local over Spring Break with your family
San Antonio- you and a parent (not required) this summer!!!
In your own words, what does it mean to "practice the presence of God"?
Doing daily life things like playing soccer, going to school, etc for the glory of God
What is somebody from the opposite teams spiritual gift (must not be said yet) and what does that mean?
(Up to Shannon and Wilson's Discretions)
What people group does the Bible focus in on?
The ancient Israelites
What was Charley's example when he did the Wednesday night lesson on prioritizing our relationship with God?
Jar with rocks, sand, and water
What was the example of the car that Caroline talked about referring to?
Shalom, when the car is filled up and ready it is at a state of peace or shalom
What is the Holy Spirit?
Gods personal presence, "breath" in Hebrew, Gods sustaining spirit, 3rd person of the Trinity
What does it mean to be made in the image of God?
All humans are made by God, called to rule and participate in the human project
The Bible is _(#)___ unified story pointing to _______ written by multiple __________s.
1, Jesus, authors
What does "Shema" mean?
"Hear" "Listen" & obey God
What are the two biggest commandments?
To love God and love others!
What person of the Trinity helps us to practice the presence of God?
Why is it important to know and use our spiritual gifts?
So that we can use Gods gifts to us for others, serving others like Jesus serves us
Around how long did the Bible take to be written?
Over a 1000 year period
(approx. 1500 years)
Tell me an example of a time you have listened to God and followed Him. (don't make it up!)
(Points with the discretion of Wilson and Shannon)
Who is called to give?
Everyone! Both poor and rich
What 17th Century monk that we learned about worked hard to daily practice the presence of God?
Bonus 100 points: what job did he do?
Brother Lawrence
worked in the kitchen and washed dishes
Name 7 of the Spiritual Gifts we learned :-)
Discernment
Exhortation
Faith
Mercy
Help/Serve Ministry
Pastor
Evangelism
Giving
Administration
Name some of the different types of books in the Bible?
Law, History, Wisdom, Prophets/Prophecy, Gospels, Letters
What verse was called the "Shema" that the Jewish people have used to pray everyday?
Deuteronomy 6:4-5
"Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one. Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength."
If you are signed up for the San Antonio Mission Trip or can tell me why we should go on it/when it is.
June 15th-19th THIS SUMMER