Earlier this year, Eric "C" led an evening study on what we believe and how to communicate it. This study had a big name, “Apologetics.” Apologetics is the discipline of defending a position (usually religious) through the systematic use of reason. Before we can defend a position, or tell people around us what we believe, we’ve got to know something about it. In the next three months, we’ll take a look at what we believe and why. A few important reasons for doing this is so that we are ready to talk about it when we get a chance, are faced with a debate, or find ourselves in a crisis.
This month, our study theme is “In Search of Hope.” This week our study is titled “God Revealed.” Our study will look at three points through scripture:
1. “Nature Points to God,” Psalm 19:1-6;
2. “The Word Reveals God,” Hebrews 1:1-2; and
3. “My Spirit Craves God,” Acts 17-22-29.
Take a minute to read through these scriptures this week, and ask yourself “How has God made Himself known, and how does that affect my faith?”
Listen to the lyrics from the song “Indescribable,” by Chris Tomlin: “You placed the stars in the sky and You know them by name.”
A book suggestion from our lesson is “A Ready Defense,” by Josh McDowell. Read an excerpt on the Campus Crusades for Christ website at http://www.ccci.org/how-to-know-god/who-is-jesus-god-or-just-a-good-man/index.htm.
Remember, God who created everything is still in control of His creation. Keep praying for each other, caring for each other and take care of your families. John