THE ANSWER TO LIFE, THE UNIVERSE AND EVERYTHING.
Following our study in October, “Where Hope Lives,” we are continuing our study on what we believe and how to communicate it. Our study this month is “The Movement of Hope,” where we will explore what God has said about the meaning of life. In his sermons, Deron has told us he is “convinced that the meaning of life is to become like Christ.” See Romans 8:28-29.
http://net.bible.org/passage.php?search=Romans%208:28-29&passage=romans%208:28-29
For you fans of “The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy,” this is a much better answer than “42.”
This week our study is “The Intended Life: Why is the Christian life better?” Considering this question above, read this week’s study in the LIFE Matters Learner’s Guide starting on page 86 (let me know if you need a copy) and the following passages:
1. John 14:15-31; and
http://net.bible.org/passage.php?search=John%2014:15-31&passage=john%2014:15-31
2. John 15:9-17.
http://net.bible.org/passage.php?search=John%2015:9-17&passage=john%2015:9-17
Our study writer answers, “There’s God,” “There’s Peace,” and “There’s Purpose.”
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
Doing LIFE together.
Homebuilders LIFE Group: Learning the Scripture / Involvement in Service / Fellowship – Sharing Life / Evangelism of Seekers

Prayer Requests for the week of Oct 31st

Ingrams - Pray that Terry's cousin, Matthew, will want to get involved in youth department and be able to do it without Terry having to be with him each week. Also Cindy's sister, Vanessa, will be induced on Thursday. She is struggling with high blood pressure so the dr thinks it's time even though her due date isn't until November 22nd.

Zacharys - Tim finishes out this week at the Owasso Walmart before he transfers to the Claremore Walmart next week. Pray for an easy transistion.

Beardens - Matt and Camden Bearden visited our class this week. Matt is an artist and needs to finish a commissioned painting by November 6th. Pray for expanded time and that he will be able to get it done on time.

Terrills - Allison and Steven are awaiting the birth of their baby boy, Jack, who is due soon. Pray for patience as they wait for his arrival. Pray for a safe delivery of a healthy baby boy.

Care Groups - Pray for our Care Group Coordinators as they begin to make contact with their groups. Pray this will be a way to minister on a more personal level and truly build community within our groups.

MAKING SENSE OF FAITH: How can I move from mere knowledge of the Bible to true faith in Christ?
This week we will wrap up our study “Where Hope Lives.” What does it really mean to have faith? “Faith” is more than an intellectual acknowledgment of something. For our discussion this week, read the study beginning on page 76 of the Life Matters Learner Guide (let me know if you need a copy) and the following passages:
Romans 4:1-25;
http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Romans%204:1-25&version=NIV

Romans 10:1-13; and
http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Romans%2010:1-13&version=NIV

Hebrews 11:1–12:2.
http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Hebrews%2011:1–12:2&version=NIV

Consider this:
Faith Is Only as Good as Its Object (Romans 4:1-3,23-25)
Faith Involves an Act of the Will (Romans 10:9-13)
Faith Is a Way of Life (Hebrews 12:1-2):

1 Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles, and let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us.

2 Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy set before him endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.

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
Homebuilders LIFE Group: Learning the Scripture / Involvement in Service / Fellowship – Sharing Life / Evangelism of Seekers

Two More Prayer Requests for this week (10-24)

Waldens - Please pray now for Allison and Chris as a 'glitch' has arisen for them to close on their house tomorrow. The people want to move in without closing and just rent the house for a few days. The Waldens are not comfortable with that scenario! Allison asked us to pray for a miracle that they can still close tomorrow (Friday)

Wheelers - Maggie Wheeler is still on bedrest with her baby that is due in early December. Please pray for the Wheelers (all three of them) to have peace and protection during this time of waiting.

Additional prayer requests for week of 10/24

Please pray for these additional requests:

Pat Green - Pat's father, George, was a OK State Trooper died yesterday due to injuries he received from a car wreck on Monday. Please pray for the family as they grieve the loss of George.

Cindy Ingram - Cindy's sister, Vanessa, is due to deliver in 4 weeks and her blood pressure is elevated. She is in the hospital under observation. Pray for protection for she and the baby.

Lynsi Whitaker - Their little daughter, Charity, will have surgery Friday morning to remove a piece of glass from her foot. Pray for no complications. Also Lynsi's friend, Ashley Morales, has been diagnosed with lymphoma. Pray for a successful treatment plan.

Prayer Requests for 10/24

Please remember to lift these requests to the Father often this week.

'Hear my prayer, O Lord, listen to my cry for mercy; In the day of my trouble I will call to you for you will answer me.' Psalm 86:6

Ingrams - Pray for Terry's cousin, Matthew, to feel accepted and get involved in the youth group.

Whitakers - Pray for their marriage; for Aaron as he enters the Army; for patience and adjustment for all as they live with Lynsi's parents.

Lazenbys - Pray for their friend, Kay, who is battling Stage 4 breast cancer. Kay is not saved but appears to be seeking God. Pray for her salvation and for her husband and children.

Zacharys - Tim will be starting a new job at the Walmart in Claremore in a couple of weeks. Pray for the transistion time from the Owasso store.

Bendures - Janna was sick on Sunday, possibly the flu. Pray for quick healing and that Brad and the children will be protected from getting it.

Waldens - Big time praise that Allison and Chris got an offer on their house in Ft. Smith. If the inspection goes well, they will close on Friday. Pray for no complications and that Friday they can celebrate big time!

Greens - Pat's father was seriously injured in a car accident today (10-25). Pray for wisdom for the doctors in treating him and that he will have a full recovery. Pray for peace and comfort for the family during this scary time.

JUST ONE: How can I know Jesus is the only way to God?

In this age of tolerance, the claim that Jesus is the only way to God is not politically correct. How we respond to questions about the uniqueness of Christianity is important. For Sunday, read this week’s study beginning on page 68 of the Learner’s Guide, and these background passages:

John 3:16-18; 14:5-11

http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=John%203:16-18;%2014:5-11&version=NIV

1 Timothy 2:3-7

http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=1%20Timothy%202:3-7&version=NIV

Jesus is The One Son, The One Way, and The One Mediator.

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

Homebuilders LIFE Group: Learning the Scripture / Involvement in Service / Fellowship – Sharing Life / Evangelism of Seekers