Podcasts about home churches

Nate Williams is joined by John Hobbs, who is an elder of his house church. What are the pros and cons of this church structure? Let's dive in.Website: www.dangerousfaith.netYouTube: Dangerous FaithRumble: Dangerous FaithInstagram: nwdangerousfaithTwitter: @FaithDangerousFacebook: @NWDangerousFaith

Rapp Report episode 269 Episode Summary: In this episode, we dive into various topics, starting with the role of humor in Christianity and the importance of not taking ourselves too seriously regarding theological differences. We discuss Keith Foskey's denominational videos, which highlight the various denominations and their unique quirks, and explore the value of church community, accountability, and the proper functioning of the church body. We examine the significance of biblical interpretation, touch on the importance of discipleship, and discuss the responsibility of preaching the Word of God. We also compare different approaches to hermeneutics, engage in a lively debate on the Sabbath, and discuss the role of Christians in politics. Finally, we wrap up the conversation with some lighthearted banter and acknowledge the importance of staying connected to our faith community. Join us as we navigate these thought-provoking topics and have some laughs along the way! Chapters: (0:00:02) - Exploring the Meaning of Church (0:12:35) - The Accountability of Church Attendance (0:19:20) - Biblically Functioning Church (0:28:05) - The Structure of Home Churches (0:40:06) - Interpreting the Bible (0:50:45) - Teaching Interpreting Scripture Through Sermons (0:54:23) - Covenant Theology vs. Progressive Covenantism (1:03:33) - Transcendent Law and Rest (1:15:35) - Political Activism and Theology (1:22:29) - Exploring Theological Discussion (1:28:14) - The Power of Entertainment Chapter Summaries: (0:00:02) - Exploring the Meaning of Church (13 Minutes) In this episode, we explore the role of humor in Christianity and the importance of not taking ourselves too seriously regarding theological differences. We discuss the denominational videos created by Keith Foskey, which highlight the various denominations and their unique quirks, and how these videos can be entertaining and educational. We also address some Christians' criticism towards humor, arguing that laughter can be a good medicine for the soul, as stated in Proverbs. Throughout the conversation, we share anecdotes from our experiences engaging in theological discussions with friends from different denominations, emphasizing the importance of respectful and enjoyable conversations despite our disagreements. (0:12:35) - The Accountability of Church Attendance (7 Minutes) We delve into the importance of accountability and submission within the Christian faith. We discuss how some individuals may avoid attending church or submitting to spiritual leadership due to pride or a desire for autonomy. The conversation emphasizes the value of church community, spiritual gifts, and the "one another's" of the New Testament, as well as the potential dangers of self-reliance and a lack of accountability in one's spiritual journey. The importance of humility and recognizing the need for support and guidance from fellow believers, pastors, and elders are stressed throughout the discussion.' (0:19:20) - Biblically Functioning Church (9 Minutes) We discuss the concept of a biblically functioning church, its structure, and the importance of elders and deacons. The conversation explores the evolution of the church over time, from its origins in the Greek word to the more specific definitions found in history to today's usage. We also address the common misuse of "two or three are gathered" concerning discipline. Furthermore, we explore the role of house churches and stress the importance of structure, accountability, and the proper functioning of the church body.' (0:28:05) - The Structure of Home Churches (12 Minutes) We examine the significance of biblical interpretation and the potential dangers of misinterpreting Scripture. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding the context of biblical passages and the role of church leaders in teaching the Word of God. We also emphasize the need for character and personal life examination in choosing shepherds within the church ra...

Rapp Report episode 269 Episode Summary: In this episode, we dive into various topics, starting with the role of humor in Christianity and the importance of not taking ourselves too seriously regarding theological differences. We discuss Keith Foskey's denominational videos, which highlight the various denominations and their unique quirks, and explore the value of church community, accountability, and the proper functioning of the church body. We examine the significance of biblical interpretation, touch on the importance of discipleship, and discuss the responsibility of preaching the Word of God. We also compare different approaches to hermeneutics, engage in a lively debate on the Sabbath, and discuss the role of Christians in politics. Finally, we wrap up the conversation with some lighthearted banter and acknowledge the importance of staying connected to our faith community. Join us as we navigate these thought-provoking topics and have some laughs along the way! Chapters: (0:00:02) - Exploring the Meaning of Church (0:12:35) - The Accountability of Church Attendance (0:19:20) - Biblically Functioning Church (0:28:05) - The Structure of Home Churches (0:40:06) - Interpreting the Bible (0:50:45) - Teaching Interpreting Scripture Through Sermons (0:54:23) - Covenant Theology vs. Progressive Covenantism (1:03:33) - Transcendent Law and Rest (1:15:35) - Political Activism and Theology (1:22:29) - Exploring Theological Discussion (1:28:14) - The Power of Entertainment Chapter Summaries: (0:00:02) - Exploring the Meaning of Church (13 Minutes) In this episode, we explore the role of humor in Christianity and the importance of not taking ourselves too seriously regarding theological differences. We discuss the denominational videos created by Keith Foskey, which highlight the various denominations and their unique quirks, and how these videos can be entertaining and educational. We also address some Christians' criticism towards humor, arguing that laughter can be a good medicine for the soul, as stated in Proverbs. Throughout the conversation, we share anecdotes from our experiences engaging in theological discussions with friends from different denominations, emphasizing the importance of respectful and enjoyable conversations despite our disagreements. (0:12:35) - The Accountability of Church Attendance (7 Minutes) We delve into the importance of accountability and submission within the Christian faith. We discuss how some individuals may avoid attending church or submitting to spiritual leadership due to pride or a desire for autonomy. The conversation emphasizes the value of church community, spiritual gifts, and the "one another's" of the New Testament, as well as the potential dangers of self-reliance and a lack of accountability in one's spiritual journey. The importance of humility and recognizing the need for support and guidance from fellow believers, pastors, and elders are stressed throughout the discussion.' (0:19:20) - Biblically Functioning Church (9 Minutes) We discuss the concept of a biblically functioning church, its structure, and the importance of elders and deacons. The conversation explores the evolution of the church over time, from its origins in the Greek word to the more specific definitions found in history to today's usage. We also address the common misuse of "two or three are gathered" concerning discipline. Furthermore, we explore the role of house churches and stress the importance of structure, accountability, and the proper functioning of the church body.' (0:28:05) - The Structure of Home Churches (12 Minutes) We examine the significance of biblical interpretation and the potential dangers of misinterpreting Scripture. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding the context of biblical passages and the role of church leaders in teaching the Word of God. We also emphasize the need for character and personal life examination in choosing shepherds within the church ra...

Rapp Report episode 269 Episode Summary: In this episode, we dive into various topics, starting with the role of humor in Christianity and the importance of not taking ourselves too seriously regarding theological differences. We discuss Keith Foskey's denominational videos, which highlight the various denominations and their unique quirks, and explore the value of church community, accountability, and the proper functioning of the church body. We examine the significance of biblical interpretation, touch on the importance of discipleship, and discuss the responsibility of preaching the Word of God. We also compare different approaches to hermeneutics, engage in a lively debate on the Sabbath, and discuss the role of Christians in politics. Finally, we wrap up the conversation with some lighthearted banter and acknowledge the importance of staying connected to our faith community. Join us as we navigate these thought-provoking topics and have some laughs along the way! Chapters: (0:00:02) - Exploring the Meaning of Church (0:12:35) - The Accountability of Church Attendance (0:19:20) - Biblically Functioning Church (0:28:05) - The Structure of Home Churches (0:40:06) - Interpreting the Bible (0:50:45) - Teaching Interpreting Scripture Through Sermons (0:54:23) - Covenant Theology vs. Progressive Covenantism (1:03:33) - Transcendent Law and Rest (1:15:35) - Political Activism and Theology (1:22:29) - Exploring Theological Discussion (1:28:14) - The Power of Entertainment Chapter Summaries: (0:00:02) - Exploring the Meaning of Church (13 Minutes) In this episode, we explore the role of humor in Christianity and the importance of not taking ourselves too seriously regarding theological differences. We discuss the denominational videos created by Keith Foskey, which highlight the various denominations and their unique quirks, and how these videos can be entertaining and educational. We also address some Christians' criticism towards humor, arguing that laughter can be a good medicine for the soul, as stated in Proverbs. Throughout the conversation, we share anecdotes from our experiences engaging in theological discussions with friends from different denominations, emphasizing the importance of respectful and enjoyable conversations despite our disagreements. (0:12:35) - The Accountability of Church Attendance (7 Minutes) We delve into the importance of accountability and submission within the Christian faith. We discuss how some individuals may avoid attending church or submitting to spiritual leadership due to pride or a desire for autonomy. The conversation emphasizes the value of church community, spiritual gifts, and the "one another's" of the New Testament, as well as the potential dangers of self-reliance and a lack of accountability in one's spiritual journey. The importance of humility and recognizing the need for support and guidance from fellow believers, pastors, and elders are stressed throughout the discussion.' (0:19:20) - Biblically Functioning Church (9 Minutes) We discuss the concept of a biblically functioning church, its structure, and the importance of elders and deacons. The conversation explores the evolution of the church over time, from its origins in the Greek word to the more specific definitions found in history to today's usage. We also address the common misuse of "two or three are gathered" concerning discipline. Furthermore, we explore the role of house churches and stress the importance of structure, accountability, and the proper functioning of the church body.' (0:28:05) - The Structure of Home Churches (12 Minutes) We examine the significance of biblical interpretation and the potential dangers of misinterpreting Scripture. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding the context of biblical passages and the role of church leaders in teaching the Word of God. We also emphasize the need for character and personal life examination in choosing shepherds within the church ra...

The Book of Nehemiah: Building the Walls and the Community - A Survey of the BibleFor the bulletin in PDF form click here. Message SlidesNehemiah Chart - WilsonEzra and Nehemiah as Leaders? - Tim MackieAncient Cities - Boyd SeversNehemiah 3: A List of Names? - David RoughEzra The Man - David Howard Context: Who, When, Where, and Why?• Who composed Nehemiah?• When did he write? • Where were he and his audience?• Why was he writing? Content: How and What?• How is Ezra-Nehemiah and Nehemiah organized? Ezra-Nehemiah: A Zerubbabel's return and list of returnees (Ezra 1-2) B. Building of the temple and opposition (Ezra 3-6) C. Return of Ezra (Ezra 7-8) D. Purification of the people (Ezra 9-10) C. Return of Nehemiah (Nehemiah 1-2) B. Building of the walls and opposition (Nehemiah 3:1-7:3) A. Zerubbabel's return and list of returnees; final reforms (Nehemiah 7:4- 13:31)Nehemiah: • Rebuilding the Walls (1:1-7:3) - The Third Return (1:1-2:20) - Rebuilding the Walls (3:1-7:3) • Rebuilding the Community (7:4-13:31) - Revival (7:4-10:38) - Reforms (11:1-13:31)• What is the message of Nehemiah? Conviction: So What?• What should we believe? - If God is in it, it will happen. - Prayer is a priority. - Confession, real heartfelt confession, is normal. - Our only hope is Jesus, not a building, a wall, or even good (or not so good) leaders. • How should we behave? - Pray more. - Confess often and deeply. - Trust God in the midst of opposition from within and without.• Where does this fit? - A continuation of the story of God's faithfulness during his people's failure. - A narrative that acknowledges the reality of opposition to God's work and plan for our lives. - An example of the central place of timely confession and acknowledgment of sin. - A cautionary tale about supposed good leaders and the limits of the best ones.Next Steps• Remember that even if God is in your calling/task, it may not be easy or simple.• Trust God and work hard and then trust God some more. • Keep your eyes on Jesus not your safety (walls) or even your church (temple), or even your church leaders (Ezra and Nehemiah = Ken, staff, elders). This Week's Growth GuideGod's Word is both central and critical to your spiritual growth. We invite you to utilize the Growth Guide during the week to further your application of the Truth from the message.• Monday - Nehemiah 1•. Tuesday - Nehemiah 9:1-6•. Wednesday - Nehemiah 9:7-18•. Thursday - Nehemiah 9:19-25• Friday - Nehemiah 9:26-37Home Church Our Home Churches meet weekly to facilitate quicker relational depth, study the same passage taught Sunday to help apply Scripture in the context of community, and pray with one another. Home Church helps our body seek God's best for one another. Home Church Questions • Read Nehemiah 9:1-37. Yes, it is long, but a fantastic summary of Old Testament History.• Was there anything new or insightful in this message?• Was there anything you know you can or should immediately apply?• What did you struggle with in this message? What did not make sense or cause you to evaluate your own life more deeply?• How would your life personally, or the life of your family be different if you fully live out the truths in this message?• When have you known you were doing what God wanted you to do but faced either opposition or ridicule? (Read Nehemiah 4:3)• Often, God's work requires us to work together. This is what happens in chapter 3. When have you been on a project where you have seen God's people serving together with a variety of giving, all advancing God's purposes?• Read the two confessions in the book and make some observations about them (1:5-7; 9:2-3).• Nehemiah prayed for four months (1:1 = Winter of 445 and 2:1 = Spring of 444). Then the actual construction of the wall took 52 days (6:15). The reforms of the people took 12 years. The reforms lasted less than a year (chapter 13). Does this teach us anything?• Read Nehemiah 5:19; 6:14; 13:14; 13:22; 13:31. What do you make of this.• How does this book again point us to Christ as our only real hope? Get Connected in a Home Church - Fellowship's desire is for everyone to be relationally connected. The primary way we do this is in Home Churches – small groups that meet in living rooms to apply God's Word, pray, and to serve together. Go to fellowshipconway.org/home church for more information. New to Fellowship? We are so glad that you joined the Fellowship Family to worship this morning. If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you. Please fill out the “Connect Card” and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift. Men's Muster Men, April 21-23 is the date for this year's Men's Muster, at Shepherd of the Ozarks. We encourage those in a Home Church to use Muster as an opportunity to deepen their community by taking the weekend together. Those in Home Church together will be placed in small groups to foster more depth in existing relationships and meet some new faces. Whether you are in a Home Church or not, Muster is a great place to meet others and connect at Fellowship. For pricing and registration go to fellowshipconway.org/register. Crucifixion Dinner | April 7 | 6:30 p.m.Mark your calendars to join us on Good Friday as we remember together what Christ did on the cross through the Crucifixion Dinner. Child care for ages 6 and under by texting Shanna at 501-336-0332. Grill Out and Silent Auction | April 12 | 5:30 -8:00 p.m.Fellowship Student and College Ministries would like to invite you and your entire family to our youth and college mission trip fundraiser, Wednesday, April 12, 5:30-8:00 p.m. Free dinner (grilled hamburgers and hotdogs), child care provided (birth thru pre-school by RSVP, text Shanna at 501-336-0332), games, and great opportunities to support our 70 youth and college missionaries this summer. Plan now to join us! Fellowship 101We invite you to join us Sunday, April 16, 9:00 a.m. to learn more about Fellowship. This is a great opportunity to learn about our mission, values, and ministries. If you're new to Fellowship, join us in the conference room (first floor) to hear what God is doing and where He is taking us. You will meet some of our ministry leaders and ask questions. Register at fellowshipconway.org/register. Prayer During ServiceOur prayer team will have people under the “Hope” and “Love” signs ready to pray for you after the message. We love to pray for one another. Please feel free to walk up to them for prayer or encouragement during the first worship song after the message. FinancesWeekly budget 31,390Giving For 03/05 34,361Giving For 03/12 49,433YTD Budget 1,161,420YTD Giving 1,225,504 OVER/(UNDER) 64,084

The Master's Course of DiscipleshipLuke 14:25-33; 9:23, John 8:31-32, 13:34-35 For the bulletin in PDF form click here. For sermon slides - click here.David Garland resource - click here.Josh McDowell resource - click here.Charles Swindoll resource - click here.Introduction: Opportunity for the ChurchIf you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. (John 8:31) Disciples make Jesus' Truth, their truth.In the same way, any of you who does not give up everything he has cannot be my disciple. (Luke 14:33)• Disciples have a supreme love for Jesus.• Disciples disavow their autonomy to Jesus.• Disciples bear their cross.• Disciples pattern their lives after Christ. Disciples renounce earthly pleasures for Kingdom treasures.By this all men will know that you are my disciples if you love one another. (John 13:35) Disciples' love for others shows who they really love.Discipleship according to Jesus is costly,but worth it!Next Steps • I will tangibly share the love of Christ with someone this week. • I will start and end every day reading in one of the gospels this week. • I will take these truths and share them with a younger in-faith Christian.This Week's Growth GuideGod's Word is both central and critical to your spiritual growth. We invite you to utilize the Growth Guide during the week to further your application of the Truth from the message.•. Monday - Luke 14:25-35•. Tuesday - Luke 18:18-30•. Wednesday - Deuteronomy 6:1-12• Thursday - John 13:1-17•. Friday - Acts 4:32-37Home ChurchOur Home Churches meet weekly to facilitate quicker relational depth, study the same passage taught Sunday to help apply Scripture in the context of community, and pray with one another. Home Church helps our body seek God's best for one another. Home Church Questions • Read Luke 14:25-33; John 8:31-32; John 13:34-35• What was new or challenging from Sunday's message?• How have you seen yourself showing "determined resolve to live out the daily life in the full scope of Jesus' teaching in the past month?”• Share areas in your life you have recognized as potential strong earthly allegiances, challenging to entrust to God fully. • Has there been a time recently you have had difficulty receiving Christ's love for you?• What is one way you will tangibly show Christ's love to someone outside of your household this week? FinancesWeekly Budget 31,390Giving For 02/26 29,775Giving For 03/05 34,361YTD Budget 1,130,030YTD Giving. 1,176,071 OVER/(UNDER) 46,041 Get Connected in a Home Church - Fellowship's desire is for everyone to be relationally connected. The primary way we do this is in Home Churches – small groups that meet in living rooms to apply God's Word, pray, and to serve together. Go to fellowshipconway.org/home church for more information. New to Fellowship?We are so glad that you joined the Fellowship Family to worship this morning. If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you. Please fill out the “Connect Card” and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift. Men's Muster Men, April 21-23 is the date for this year's Men's Muster, at Shepherd of the Ozarks. We encourage those in a Home Church to use Muster as an opportunity to deepen their community by taking the weekend together. Those in Home Church together will be placed in small groups to foster more depth in existing relationships and meet some new faces. Whether you are in a Home Church or not, Muster is a great place to meet others and connect at Fellowship. For pricing and registration go to fellowshipconway.org/register. Crucifixion Dinner | April 7 | 6:30 p.m.Mark your calendars to join us on Good Friday as we remember together what Christ did on the cross through the Crucifixion Dinner. Child care for ages 6 and under by texting Shanna at 501-336-0332. Grill Out and Silent AuctionFellowship Student and College Ministries would like to invite you and your entire family to our youth and college mission trip fundraiser, Wednesday, April 12, 5:30-8:00 p.m. Free dinner (grilled hamburgers and hotdogs), child care provided (birth thru pre-school by RSVP, text Shanna at 501-336-0332) games, and great opportunities to support our 70 youth and college missionaries this summer. Plan now to join us! Fellowship 101We invite you to join us Sunday, April 16, at 9:00 a.m. to hear more about Fellowship. This is a great opportunity to learn about our mission, values, and ministries. If you're new to Fellowship, join us in the conference room (first floor) to hear what God is doing and where He is taking us. You will meet some of our ministry leaders and ask questions. Register at fellowshipconway.org/register. Downline Preview You're invited to attend a live Downline Institute class session, with an opportunity to hear from Downline staff and alumni, as well as get your questions answered. Preview night - Monday, March 13, with Renaut van der Riet (Ephesians). Register at DownlineConway2023.eventbrite.com.

The Books of Ezra: Rebuilding the Temple & Reforming the People A Survey of the BibleMessage SlidesEzra Chart - WilsonChronology of the Post-Exilic Period - WilsonContext: Who, When, Where, and Why?• Who composed Ezra?• When did he write? • Where were he and his audience?• Why was he writing? Content: How and What?• How is Ezra (Nehemiah) organized? Ezra-Nehemiah: A Zerubbabel's return and list of returnees (Ezra 1-2) B. Building of the temple and opposition (Ezra 3-6) C. Return of Ezra (Ezra 7-8) D. Purification of the people (Ezra 9-10) C. Return of Nehemiah (Nehemiah 1-2) B. Building of the walls and opposition (Neh. 3:1 to Neh. 7:3) A. Zerubbabel's return and list of returnees; final reforms (Neh. 7:4 to Neh. 13:31) Ezra: • First Return (2:1-2:70) • Reconstruction of the Temple (3:1-6:22) • Second Return (7:1-8:36) • Reconstruction of the Community (9:1-10:44) • What is the message of Ezra? Conviction: So What?• What should we believe? - The Lord can be trusted to forgive and restore. - Worship must be central to all we do. - True worship results in obedient living. - Confession and repentance are normal parts of the Christian Life. • How should we behave? - Rest in the grace and goodness of the Lord. - Examine your life for inconsistencies in your walk with God - Make confession, repentance, and worship a central part of your life.• Where does this fit? - A continuation of the story of God's faithfulness after His people's failure. - A narrative that acknowledges the reality of opposition to God's work and plan for our lives. - An example of the central place of timely confession and acknowledgment of sin.Next Steps• Examine your life for inconsistencies in your walk and confess them.• Repent and commit to following Christ closely in community.This Week's Growth GuideGod's Word is both central and critical to your spiritual growth. We invite you to utilize the Growth Guide during the week to further your application of the Truth from the message.•. Monday - Ezra 3•. Tuesday - Ezra 4•. Wednesday - Ezra 7•. Thursday - Ezra 9•. Friday - Ezra 10Home ChurchOur Home Churches meet weekly to facilitate quicker relational depth, study the same passage taught Sunday to help apply Scripture in the context of community, and pray with one another. Home Church helps our body seek God's best for one another. Home Church Questions • Read Ezra 7:8-10 and Ezra 9:5-15.• Was there anything new or insightful in this message?• Was there anything you know you can or should immediately apply?• What did you struggle with in this message? What did not make sense or caused you to evaluate your own life more deeply?• How would your life personally, or the life of your family be different if you fully live out the truths in this message?• Why was the Altar of Burnt Offering the first thing to be built (3:1-3)?• The book of Ezra covers many more years (about 80 years - 538-457) than we might first think in such a short book. What lessons might be learned from this?• There are no big ”miracles” in this book. What can we learn from this? How have you seen this in your life?• We find opposition on every hand in this book. What can we learn from this? How has this been true for you? How did you handle it?• In what way is it orienting to know that Haggai and Zechariah prophesied during the time of Zerubbabal and Ezra?• Why was rebuilding the Temple so important?• There is a lot of confession going on with Ezra. Why was this so important?• In what way might corporate confession be appropriate in our day and age?FinancesWeekly Budget 31,390 Giving For 02/19 20,057Giving For 02/26 29,775 YTD Budget 1,098,641YTD Giving 1,141,710OVER/(UNDER) 43,069 Get Connected in a Home Church - Fellowship's desire is for everyone to be relationally connected. The primary way we do this is in Home Churches – small groups that meet in living rooms to apply God's Word, pray, and to serve together. Go to fellowshipconway.org/home church for more information. New to Fellowship? We are so glad that you joined the Fellowship Family to worship this morning. If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you. Please fill out the “Connect Card” and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift. Men's Muster Men, April 21-23 is the date for this year's Men's Muster, at Shepherd of the Ozarks. We encourage those in a Home Church to use Muster as an opportunity to deepen their community by taking the weekend together. Those in Home Church together will be placed in small groups to foster more depth in existing relationships and meet some new faces. Whether you are in a Home Church or not, Muster is a great place to meet others and connect at Fellowship. For pricing and registration go to fellowshipconway.org/register. Downline Preview You're invited to attend a live Downline Institute class session, with an opportunity to hear from Downline staff and alumni, as well as get your questions answered. Two Preview Nights to choose from: Thursday, March 9, with Tim Lundy (Romans) or Monday, March 13, with Renaut van der Riet (Ephesians). Register at DownlineConway2023.eventbrite.com.Prayer During ServiceOur prayer team will have people under the “Hope” and “Love” signs ready to pray for you after the message. We love to pray for one another. Please feel free to walk up to them for prayer or encouragement during the first worship song after the message. Spring Forward March 12Set all your clocks, remember to “spring forward” next week, and join us for worship Sunday services at 9:00 and 10:54 a.m. We will have the coffee ready for you! Fellowship 101We invite you to join us Sunday, April 16, at 9:00 a.m. to learn more about Fellowship. This is a great opportunity to learn about our mission, values, and ministries. If you're new to Fellowship, join us in the conference room (first floor) to hear what God is doing and where He is taking us. You will meet some of our ministry leaders and ask questions. Register at fellowshipconway.org/register.

The Books of Chronicles: A Priestly PerspectiveA Survey of the BibleFor the bulletin in PDF form click here. Message SlidesChronicles Chart - Ken WilsonChronicles - Bible ProjectLast Book of the Old Testament - Amber DillonContext: Who, When, Where, and Why?• Who composed 1 & 2 Chronicles?• When did he write? • Where were he and his audience?• Why was he writing? Content: How and What?• How are the Books of Chronicles organized? - Major Characters: • Adam Through Saul (1 Chronicles 1:1-9:44) • David (1 Chronicles 10:1-29:30) • Solomon (2 Chronicles 1:1-9:31) • Kingdom of Judah (2 Chronicles 10:1-36:23) • What is the message of 1 & 2 Chronicles? Conviction: So What?• What should we believe? - God keeps His promises. - God does not abandon His people. - Our hope is in a coming Perfect King. - While we wait for all God's promises to be fulfilled Worship is to be central. • How should we behave? - Focus on what God has already done to demonstrate His faithfulness (First Coming of Christ). - Hope for what God has yet to do (Second Coming of Christ). - Make worship a central part of your life. • Where does this fit? - An optimistic picture of the future for God's people. - A clear reminder that our hope is for Jesus Christ and all He accomplishes. - A constant call to keep true worship at the center of our lives.Next Steps • List ten ways God has been faithful to you, His child.• Share your list with someone.• Do whatever is necessary to make regular worship of God in community more important.This Week's Growth GuideGod's Word is both central and critical to your spiritual growth. We invite you to utilize the Growth Guide during the week to further your application of the Truth from the message.•. Monday - 1 Chronicles 11:4-25• Tuesday - 1 Chronicles 15:1-16:6•. Wednesday - 1 Chronicles 16:7-36•. Thursday - 1 Chronicles 17:1-27•. Friday - 2 Chronicles 34:1-33Home ChurchOur Home Churches meet weekly to facilitate quicker relational depth, study the same passage taught Sunday to help apply Scripture in the context of community, and pray with one another. Home Church helps our body seek God's best for one another. Home Church Questions • Read 2 Chronicles 34:1-33.• Was there anything new or insightful in this message?• Was there anything you know you can or should immediately apply?• What did you struggle with in this message? What did not make sense or cause you to evaluate your own life more deeply?• How would your life personally, or the life of your family be different if you fully live out the truths in this message?• What lessons can you draw from the fact that God retells the same history found in 1 Samuel through 2 Kings from a different perspective?• Are you an optimist (Chronicler History) or a realist (Deuteronomistic History)? What are the pros and cons of each approach to life?• The Chronicler begins with a genealogy that goes all the way back to the beginning. How important is it to you to know that God has had a plan and has been in control from the very start? Does that make you appreciate the genealogy just a little bit more?• Central to each major revival is the celebration of Passover. Why is this important? Hezekiah (2 Chronicles 30:1-27) and Josiah (2 Chronicles 35:1-19).FinancesWeekly Budget 31,390Giving For 02/12 24,116Giving For 02/19 20, 057 YTD Budget 1,067,251YTD Giving 1,111,936OVER/(UNDER) 44,685 Get Connected in a Home Church Fellowship's desire is for everyone to be relationally connected. The primary way we do this is in Home Churches – small groups that meet in living rooms to apply God's Word, pray, and to serve together. Go to fellowshipconway.org/home church for more information. New to Fellowship?We are so glad that you joined the Fellowship Family to worship this morning. If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you. Please fill out the “Connect Card” and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift. Nicaragua Pastor SupportThank you, Fellowship, for the overwhelming support for the Nicaragua Pastors. Your generous response has not only met the goal but has exceeded it. Please pray for the pastors the Lord will bring and for our team as we prepare the training.Men's Muster Men, April 21-23 is the date for this year's Men's Muster, and the place is Shepherd of the Ozarks. We encourage those in a Home Church to use Muster as an opportunity to deepen their community by taking the weekend together. Those in Home Church together will be placed in small groups to foster more depth in existing relationships and meet some new faces. Whether you are in a Home Church or not, Muster is a great place to meet others and connect at Fellowship. Start talking about this now! More details to come. Yard Sale In 2023, Fellowship is taking a team to the Czech Republic (April 29 - May 9) to serve missionaries. Drop your items by the Fellowship Ministry Office during the week. For more information, scan the QR code. Downline Preview You're invited to attend a live Downline Institute class session, with an opportunity to hear from Downline staff and alumni, as well as get your questions answered. Two Preview-Nights to choose from: Thursday, March 9, with Tim Lundy (Romans) or Monday, March 13, with Renaut van der Riet (Ephesians).Register at DownlineConway2023.eventbrite.com.Prayer During ServiceOur prayer team will have people under the “Hope” and “Love” signs ready to pray for you after the message. We love to pray for one another. Please feel free to walk up to them for prayer or encouragement during the first worship song after the message.

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The Master's Course of Discipleship Luke 14:25-27; 9:23For the bulletin in PDF form click here.For the sermon slides, click here.For the Swindoll resource, click here.Introduction: – Discipleship according to JesusIf anyone comes to me and does not hate his father and mother… (Luke 14:25-26) Disciples have a supreme love for Jesus.If anyone would come after me, he must deny himself… (Luke 9:23) Disciples disavow their autonomy. Take up their cross daily… (Luke 9:23) Disciples bear their cross.And follow me. (Luke 9:23) Disciples pattern their lives after Christ. Discipleship according to Jesus is costly,but worth it!Next Steps 1. I will share with a close friend something competing with Christ as my supreme love or an agenda I am having difficulty laying aside to pursue the Lord's agenda. 2. I will start and end every day this week confessing the Lord as my first love and trying to live every minute in between as such. 3. I will take these truths and share them with a younger in-faith Christian.This Week's Growth GuideGod's Word is both central and critical to your spiritual growth. We invite you to utilize the Growth Guide during the week to further your application of the Truth from the message.•. Monday - Luke 9:18-27•. Tuesday - Luke 9:57-62•. Wednesday - Luke 14:28-35•. Thursday - Luke 5:27-32•. Friday - Luke 22:39-46Home ChurchOur Home Churches meet weekly to facilitate quicker relational depth, study the same passage taught Sunday to help apply Scripture in the context of community, and pray with one another. Home Church helps our body seek God's best for one another. Home Church Questions • Read Luke 9:23; 14:25-27. • What was new or challenging from Sunday's message? • Share something competing with Christ as your supreme love or an agenda you have difficulty laying aside to pursue the Lord's agenda. • Share a “go to” verse, passage, or understanding of Christ that helps you continue following Christ when confronted with adversity (or opposition). • Share something the Holy Spirit brought to your mind, prompting you to adjust or apply some aspect of the passage. FinancesWeekly Budget 31,390Giving For 01/29 131, 379Giving For 02/05 44,233YTD Budget. 1,004,471YTD Giving 1,067,763 OVER/(UNDER) 63,292 Get Connected in a Home ChurchFellowship's desire is for everyone to be relationally connected. The primary way we do this is in Home Churches – small groups that meet in living rooms to apply God's Word, pray, and to serve together. Go to fellowshipconway.org/home church for more information. New to Fellowship?We are so glad that you joined the Fellowship Family to worship this morning. If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you. Please fill out the “Connect Card” and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift. Bethlehem house Soup-er Bowl Sunday If you weren't able to bring your food donations today, please take them to Bethlehem House, 1115 Parkway St. Father Daughter Dance | February 18, 7-9:00 p.m. - Renewal RanchDads, grab your dancing partner for “Boots and Bling”(5th-12th grade) and plan an evening featuring country line dancing, instructor led. Register at fellowshipconway.org/register. Yard Sale In 2023, Fellowship is taking a team to the Czech Republic (April 29 - May 9) to serve missionaries. Drop your items by the Fellowship Ministry Office during the week. For more information go to fellowshipconway.org/register.Men's Muster Men, April 21-23 is the date for this year's Men's Muster, and the place is Shepherd of the Ozarks. More details to come! Parents Night Out Czech FundraiserParents, this is an excellent opportunity for you and your kids while supporting a great mission. February 24, 6-8:30 p.m. here at Fellowship, there will be games, movies, and snacks (dinner will not be provided). Donations will be accepted and welcomed to help support the team headed to the Czech Republic from April 29-May 9. Go to fellowshipconway.org/register to register your child(ren) and/or make a donation. Nicaragua Pastor SupportOn March 10th, FBC will send a team to Nicaragua for the first time since October 2019. Ken Wilson, Michael Harrison, John Ashworth, and Tommy Walker will join Jim Wilson and our Nicaragua translators to begin a brand new Bible Institute in Jinotega. In addition to teaching, we will also research compassion ministry opportunities to take a larger team this Fall. To support our Nica pastors/students, we will raise funds in the Atrium on February 19th and 26th. We are expecting attendance to be 100 - 140 students at the cost of $40 per student. We are very excited about this new opportunity and hope many of you will consider supporting one or more students.

The Books of Samuel: From Madness to MonarchyA Survey of the BibleFor the bulletin in PDF form click here. Message Slides1 & 2 Samuel ChartAuthentic HerosContext: Who, When, Where, and Why?• Who composed 1 & 2 Samuel?• When did he write? • Where were he and his audience?• Why was he writing? Content: How and What?• How are the Books of Samuel organized? - Major Characters: • Samuel (1 Samuel 1:1-7:1) • Saul (1 Samuel 7:2-2 Samuel 1:27) • David (2 Samuel 2:1-24:25) - Major Topics • Contrasting Spiritual Leaders: Eli and Samuel (1 Samuel 1:1-4:1) • Contrasting Strategies: Using the Ark and the God of the Ark (1 Samuel 4:1-7:1) • Contrasting Political Leaders: Samuel the Judge and Saul the King (1 Samuel 7:2-15:35) • Contrasting Kings: Saul and David (1 Samuel 16:1-2 Samuel 1:27) • Contrasting Consequences: The Rise and Fall of David (2 Samuel 2:1-20:26) • Contrasting Careers: Reflections on Saul and David (2 Samuel 21:2-24:25)• What is the message of 1 & 2 Samuel? Conviction: So What?• What should we believe? - Even spiritual leaders can be very corrupt. - Humans judge based on outward appearances but God examines our heart. - It is easy to start strong and finish poorly, especially when you have power. - The consequences of sin are inevitable and significant. - The Lord will always accomplish His plans and fulfill His promises.• How should we behave? - Focus more/exclusively on the condition of your heart than popularity in your community. - Confess your sins boldly and claim full forgiveness in spite of ongoing consequences. - Lean toward God rather than making excuses when you fail. - Take a long range view of living your life. Do what it takes to end well.• Where does this fit? - A transition from a chaotic tribal confederacy guided by warlords to a centralized theocracy with a king. - A focus on the Davidic Dynasty with a clear covenant promise to establish an eternal reign through His descendant.Next Steps • Prioritize your passion for Jesus over your popularity with the world.• Confess any sin you are aware of and embrace the grace of forgiveness. • Make a long-term goal of finishing well.This week's Growth GuideGod's Word is both central and critical to your spiritual growth. We invite you to utilize the Growth Guide during the week to further your application of the Truth from the message.•. Monday - 1 Samuel 1•. Tuesday - 1 Samuel 17•. Wednesday - 2 Samuel 7 •. Thursday - 2 Samuel 11-12 •. Friday - 2 Samuel 22Home Church Our Home Churches meet weekly to facilitate quicker relational depth, study the same passage taught Sunday to help apply Scripture in the context of community, and pray with one another. Home Church helps our body seek God's best for one another. Home Church Questions • Read 2 Samuel 7.• Was there anything new or insightful in this message?• Was there anything you know you can or should immediately apply?• What did you struggle with in this message? What did not make sense or cause you to evaluate your own life more deeply?• How would your life personally, or the life of your family be different if you fully live out the truths in this message?• Samuel is imposing, Saul is a buffoon, and David is passionate. Who do you identify with most and why?• The Israelites seem to think they can use the Ark of the Covenant like a Magic Trick to win their battles. How do we do the same thing with God and the things of God?• David is a tragic hero with great moments of triumph (Goliath) and disappointing moments of failure (Bathsheba and Uriah). Do you like him or distrust him? Why?• David experiences full forgiveness when he confesses his sin. Yet, there are grave consequences which last throughout his life and for generations to come. How have you experienced forgiveness with consequences? Does forgiveness matter if there are still consequences?FinancesWeekly Budget 31,390Giving For 01/22 23,353Giving For 01/29 131,379 YTD Budget 973,082YTD Giving 1,023,530 OVER/(UNDER) 50,448 Get Connected in a Home Church - Fellowship's desire is for everyone to be relationally connected. The primary way we do this is in Home Churches – small groups that meet in living rooms to apply God's Word, pray, and to serve together. Go to fellowshipconway.org/home church for more information. New to Fellowship?We are so glad that you joined the Fellowship Family to worship this morning. If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you. Please fill out the “Connect Card” and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift. Bethlehem House Soup-er Bowl Food Drive | Sunday, February 12!Let's join together to help bless others through our Soup-er Bowl Sunday! Go to fellowshipconway.org/register for a list of items to help restock the pantry of Bethlehem House. Bring the items with you to church Sunday, February 12th. Father-Daughter Dance | February 18, 7-9:00 p.m. - Renewal RanchDads, grab your dancing partner for “Boots and Bling”(5th-12th grade) and plan an evening featuring country line dancing, instructor-led. Register at fellowshipconway.org/register. Fellowship Kids Baptism ClassFebruary 5, 12, 26 and March 5 - 10:45 a.m. - Room 2202Is your child asking questions, or have they decided to follow Christ? Join us for our baptism class. Contact Heather McKinney for more information at hmckinney@fellowshipconway.org. Fellowship EquippingThe Gospel of Opportunity - Mondays, February 6 - March 20, 6:00 p.m. Room 2110 For more information and to register fellowshipconway.org/register Men's Muster Men, April 21-23 is the date for this year's Men's Muster, and the place is Shepherd of the Ozarks. More details to come! Yard sale In 2023, Fellowship is taking a team to the Czech Republic (April 29 -May 9) to serve missionaries. Drop your items by the Fellowship Ministry Office during the week. For more information go to fellowshipconway.org/registerParents Night Out Czech FundraiserParents, this is an excellent opportunity for you and your kids while supporting a great mission. February 24, 6-8:30 p.m. here at Fellowship, there will be games, movies, and snacks (dinner will not be provided). Donations will be accepted and welcomed to help support the team headed to the Czech Republic from April 29-May 9. Go to fellowshipconway.org/register to register your child(ren) and/or make a donation.

Ruth: The Hidden hand of GodA Survey of the BibleFor a bulletin in PDF form click here.Message SlidesRuth Chart - Wilson Context: Who, When, Where, and Why?• Who composed Ruth?• When did he write? • Where were he and his audience?• Why was he writing? Content: How and What?• How is Ruth organized? • As Story: • Prologue: In the Dark Days of the Judges (1:1-2) • The Plan: From Moab to the Fields of Boaz (1:3-2:3) • The Provisions: Gleaning in the Fields of Boaz a Near Relative (2:4-23) • The Proposal: Ruth and Boaz on the Threshing Floor “at Night” (3:1-18) • The Problem Solved: Boaz Redeems Ruth and Naomi (4:1-17) • Epilogue: The Birth of the Future King—Light at the End of the Tunnel (4:18-22) • As a Reversal Story (Chiastic Literary Masterpiece) In the Dark Days of the Judges (1:1-2)A. Naomi-Too Old to Conceive (1:3-22) B. The Possible Redeemer is Introduced (2:1) C. Ruth and Naomi Make a Plan (2:1) D. Ruth And Boaz's Field (2:3) E. Boaz Comes from Bethlehem (2:4) F. Boaz Asks: "Whose Young Woman is that?" (2:5-7) G. Ruth Becomes Part of the Boaz Clan (2:8-18) • Ruth Brings One Ephah of Barley to Naomi (2:18) H. Naomi Blesses Boaz (2:19) I. Boaz The One Who is in Position to Redeem (2:20) I know the text is too small to read. J. Ruth Joins Boaz's Workers (2:21-23) The point is the structure. Turning Point-The Plan Laid By Naomi and Ruth (3:1-8) J'. Ruth Identifies Herself as Boaz's Handmaid (3:9a) I'. Ruth Challenges Boaz to Act as a Redeemer (3:9b) H'. Boaz Blesses Ruth (3:10) G'. Boaz Promises to Marry Ruth (3:11-15) • Ruth Brings 6 Measures of Barley to Naomi (3:17) F'. Naomi asks: "Who are You?" (3:16-18) E'. Boaz Goes to Bethlehem (4:1) D'. Ruth and a Field (4:2-12) C'. Ruth and Naomi's Plan is Fulfilled, Marriage (4:13) B'. The Redeemer was not Denied (4:14-16)A'. A Son was Born to Naomi! (4:17)With the Bright Future of David (4:18-22)• What is the message of Ruth? Conviction: So What?• What should we believe? • God's sovereign hand is behind every event working to accomplish His purpose. • God uses people of integrity and character to be a blessed part of His story.• How should we behave? • Live as men and women of hesed and virtue because this is not your story!• Where does this fit? • A demonstration of the hand of God moving toward a Monarchy ultimately led by the Son of God.Next Steps • Think about what it means to see your story as a part of God's bigger story rather than God being a part of your story. • Consider how you can be a blessing to those around you. This Week's Growth GuideGod's Word is both central and critical to your spiritual growth. We invite you to utilize the Growth Guide during the week to further your application of the Truth from the message.•. Monday - Ruth 1•. Tuesday - Ruth 2•. Wednesday - Ruth 3•. Thursday - Ruth 4•. Friday - PhilemonHome ChurchOur Home Churches meet weekly to facilitate quicker relational depth, study the same passage taught Sunday to help apply Scripture in the context of community, and pray with one another. Home Church helps our body seek God's best for one another. Home Church Questions • Read Ruth 2:1-3:18.• Was there anything new or insightful in this message?• Was there anything you know you can or should immediately apply?• What did you struggle with in this message? What did not make sense or cause you to evaluate your own life more deeply?• How would your life personally, or the life of your family, be different if you fully live out the truths in this message?• There are multiple purposes of this book. Which one resonates with you the most?• Boaz and Ruth are excellent examples of “hesed”. What about their lives inspires you?• Naomi is actually the topic of the book as you see her life turned around for the purposes of God. What can you identify with in Naomi? How does that encourage you?• How have you seen your life being a part of what God is doing?FinancesWeekly Budget 31,390Giving For 01/15 28,609Giving For 01/22 25,353 YTD Budget 941,692YTD Giving 892,150 OVER/(UNDER) (49,542)Get Connected in a Home ChurchFellowship's desire is for everyone to be relationally connected. The primary way we do this is in Home Churches – small groups that meet in living rooms to apply God's Word, pray, and to serve together. Go to fellowshipconway.org/home church for more information. New to Fellowship?We are so glad that you joined the Fellowship Family to worship this morning. If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you. Please fill out the “Connect Card” and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift. Fellowship Equipping • Tactics - Sundays, January 22 - February 26, 10:45 a.m. Room 2110 • The Gospel of Opportunity - Mondays, January 30 - March 20, 6:00 p.m. Room 2110 For more information and to register fellowshipconway.org/register Josiah Venture Spring Conference virtual Yard sale In 2023, Fellowship is taking a team to the Czech Republic (April 29 - May 9) to serve missionaries. Drop your items by the Fellowship Ministry Office during the week. For more information, scan the QR. Fellowship Kids Baptism ClassFebruary 5, 12, 26 and March 5 - 10:45 a.m. - Room 2202Is your child asking questions, or have they decided to follow Christ? Join us for our baptism class. Contact Heather McKinney for more information at hmckinney@fellowshipconway.org. Women's Fellowship Spring Bible Study - led by Mindy ChouinardPrecept Study on Spiritual Gifts. Tuesdays, starting February 14 - May 16, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Child care by RSVP, text Shanna at 501-336-0332. Register at fellowshipconway.org/register. Bethlehem House Soup-er Bowl Food Drive Sunday, February 12!Let's join together to help bless others through our Soup-er Bowl Sunday! Go to fellowshipconway.org/register for a list of items to help restock the pantry of Bethlehem House. Bring the items with you to church Sunday, February 12th. Father-Daughter Dance February 18, 7-9:00 p.m. - Renewal RanchDads, grab your dancing partner for “Boots and Bling”(5th-12th grade) and plan an evening featuring country line dancing, instructor-led. Register at fellowshipconway.org/register. Men's Muster Guys, April 21-23 is the date for this year's Men's Muster, and the place is Shepherd of the Ozarks. More details to come!

Message Slides A Message OnWORSHIPFor the bulletin in PDF form click here. Introduction: The Object of Our Worship The Motive of Our Worship The Methods of Our Worship TRUE WORSHIP EXALTS GOD, HUMBLES US, AND RADICALLYTRANSFORMS OUR HEARTS AND MINDSNext Steps• Respond to God by presenting yourself to Him.• Join us tonight for a night of worship. • Keep a journal of how God leads you into worship this week. Home ChurchOur Home Churches meet weekly to facilitate quicker relational depth, study the same passage taught Sunday to help apply Scripture in the context of community, and pray with one another. Home Church helps our body seek God's best for one another. Home Church Questions• Read Exodus 34:1-10, Isaiah 6:1-8, Romans 12:1-2. What stuck out to you and why?• How have you compartmentalized worship in your life?• According to the Exodus and Romans passage, what does it mean to present yourself to God? How is this worship?• What keeps you from offering your life as a living sacrifice?• What names, attributes, or characteristics of God move you to worship? Explain.FinancesWeekly Budget 31,390Giving For 01/08 39,735Giving For 01/08 28,609 YTD Budget 910,302YTD Giving 866,798 OVER/(UNDER) (43,504) Worship NightJoin the Fellowship family for a night of worship and praise TONIGHT, January 22, at 6:30 p.m. Child care is provided by RSVP by texting Shanna at 501-336-0332.New to Fellowship?We are so glad that you joined the Fellowship Family to worship this morning. If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you. Please fill out the “Connect Card” and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift. Get Connected in a Home ChurchFellowship's desire is for everyone to be relationally connected. The primary way we do this is in Home Churches – small groups that meet in living rooms to apply God's Word, pray, and serve together. Go to fellowshipconway.org/home church for more information. Fellowship Kids Family Game NightBring your whole family and join us at Fellowship Friday, January 27, 6-8:00 p.m. as we play games, eat snacks, and have lots of fun! If you have a favorite board game, bring it with you to share with friends. Fellowship Equipping • Tactics - Sundays, January 22 - February 26, 10:45 a.m. Room 2110 • The Gospel of Opportunity - Mondays, January 30 - March 20, 6:00 p.m. Room 2110 • Financial Peace University - Sunday, January 23, 6:00 p.m. Room 2110 For more information about these classes and to register, go to fellowshipconway.org/register Josiah Venture Spring Conference virtual Yard sale In 2023, Fellowship is taking a team to the Czech Republic (April 29 - May 9) to serve missionaries. We will have a “rolling virtual yard sale” that will kick off on January 9. For more information, scan the QR. Fellowship Kids Baptism ClassFebruary 5, 12, 26, and March 5 - 10:45 a.m. - Room 2202Is your child asking questions, or have they decided to follow Christ? Join us for our baptism class where we will discuss the character of God, sin, salvation, baptism, and what comes next. Contact Heather McKinney at hmckinney@fellowshipconway.org. Women's Fellowship Spring Bible StudyPrecept Study on Spiritual Gifts. Tuesdays, starting February 14 - May 16, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Child care by RSVP, text Shanna at 501-336-0332. Register at www.fellowshipconway.org/register. Led by Mindy Chouinard. Father-Daughter Dance February 18, 7-9:00 p.m. - Renewal Ranch Dads, grab your dancing partner (5th-12th grade) and plan an evening of dinner and dance. More details to come.

Partners in the Gospel - Steve and Carol Shadrach - Global Ambassador of the Center for Mission MobilizationFor the bulletin in PDF form click here.Notes: This Week's Growth GuideGod's Word is both central and critical to your spiritual growth. We invite you to utilize the Growth Guide during the week to further your application of the Truth from the message.•. Monday - Matthew 28•. Tuesday - Revelation 7:9-17•. Wednesday - Matthew 9:35-38•. Thursday - Acts 1:1-8•. Friday - Romans 15:14-22Home ChurchOur Home Churches meet weekly to facilitate quicker relational depth, study the same passage taught Sunday to help apply Scripture in the context of community, and pray with one another. Home Church helps our body seek God's best for one another. Home Church Questions • What resonated with you as you listened to Steve's message this morning? • After a year of hearing from our gospel partners, how has it changed your perspective on world missions? • As a Home Church, how can we encourage each other to actively engage in God's global plan for the Gospel to go to the ends of the earth? • How can we, as a Home Church, encourage our missionary partners in the Gospel?FinancesWeekly Budget 31,390 Giving For 01/01 57,168Giving For 01/08 39,735 YTD Budget 878,912YTD Giving. 838,464 OVER/(UNDER) (40,448) Fellowship 101We invite you to join us Sunday morning, January 22, at 9:00 a.m. to learn more about Fellowship. During this time, you will meet some of our ministry leaders who are there to answer your questions. Register at fellowshipconway/register New to Fellowship? We are so glad that you joined the Fellowship Family to worship this morning. If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you. Please fill out the “Connect Card” and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift. Get Connected in a Home Church Fellowship's desire is for everyone to be relationally connected. The primary way we do this is in Home Churches – small groups that meet in living rooms to apply God's Word, pray, and to serve together. Go to fellowshipconway.org/home church for more information. Worship Night Join the Fellowship family for a night of worship and praise Sunday, January 22, 6:30 p.m. Child care is provided by RSVP by texting Shanna at 501-336-0332. Fellowship Kids Family Game Night Bring your whole family and join us at Fellowship Friday, January 27, 6-8:00 p.m. as we play games, eat snacks, and have lots of fun! Bring your favorite board games to share with friends. Fellowship Equipping • Tactics - Sundays, January 22 - February 26, 10:45 a.m. Room 2110 • The Gospel of Opportunity - Mondays, January 30 - March 20, 6:00 p.m. Room 2110 • Financial Peace University - Sunday, January 23, 6:00 p.m. Room 2110 For more information about these classes and to register go to fellowshipconway.org/register Josiah Venture Spring Conference virtual Yard sale In 2023, Fellowship is taking a team to the Czech Republic (April 29 - May 9) to serve missionaries. We will have a “rolling virtual yard sale” that will kick off on January 9. For more information, scan the QR. Women's Fellowship Spring Bible Study Precept Study on Spiritual Gifts. Tuesdays, starting February 14 - May 16, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Child care by RSVP, text Shanna at 501-336-0332. Register at www.fellowshipconway.org/register. Led by Mindy Chouinard. Father Daughter Dance Dads, grab your dancing partner (5th-12th grade) and plan an evening of dinner and dance. More details to come.

Judges: The World Turned Upside Down A Survey of the BibleFor the bulletin in PDF form click here. Message SlidesJudges ChartContext: Who, When, Where, and Why?• Who composed Judges?• When did he write? • Where were he and his audience?• Why was he writing? Content: How and What?• How is Judges organized? Two Fold Introduction: • Political: Failure to Complete the Task of Driving Out the Canaanites (1:1-2:5) • Theological: Failure to Raise Up a New Generation in Faith (2:6-3:6) The Tragic Decline of a Nation - The Israelites Look Like the Canaanites (3:7-16:31) • OTHNIEL: The Model Judge (3:7-11) • EHUD: Left-handed Assassin (3:12-30) - SHAMGAR: Another Judge (3:31) • DEBORAH and BARAK: The Rise of a Women of Valor (4:1-5:31) • GIDEON: A Man with a Great God & A Weak Faith (6:1-8:32) * Abimelech: The Son of Gideon - Not a Judge (9:1-57) - TOLA: Another Judge (10:1-2) - JAIR: Another Judge (10:3-5) • JEPHTHAH: A Shrewd Man & A Rash Vow (10:6-12:7) - IBZAN: Another Judge (12:8-10) - ELON: Another Judge (12:11-12) - ABDON: Another Judge (12:13-15) • SAMSON: A Fool God Uses (13:1-16:31)Two-Fold Conclusion: • Theological: Failure of Spiritual Leadership (17:1-18:31) • Political: Civil War Destroys the Nation (19:1-21:25)• What is the message of Judges? Conviction: So What?• What should we believe? - The Lord is faithful to do all that He promised - including discipline His people. - God will not abandon his people; He will let them experience consequences. - We need more than a dynamic human leader. We need the Son of God.• How should we behave? - Put all your hope and trust in King Jesus!• Where does this fit? - A demonstration of the need for a Monarchy ultimately led by the Son of God.Next Steps • Stop putting your hope and trust in dynamic personalities and human institutions.• Commit yourself to be faithful to God in the midst of a corrupt culture.• Give your undying allegiance to Jesus Christ.This Week's Growth GuideGod's Word is both central and critical to your spiritual growth. We invite you to utilize the Growth Guide during the week to further your application of the Truth from the message.•. Monday - Judges 1:1-18•. Tuesday - Judges 3:7-30•. Wednesday - Judges 4:1-24•. Thursday - Judges 5:1-31•. Friday - Judges 17:1-18:31Home ChurchOur Home Churches meet weekly to facilitate quicker relational depth, study the same passage taught Sunday to help apply Scripture in the context of community, and pray with one another. Home Church helps our body seek God's best for one another. Home Church Questions• Read Judges 4:1-24.• Was there anything new or insightful in this message?• Was there anything you know you can or should immediately apply?• What did you struggle with in this message? What did not make sense or caused you to evaluate your own life more deeply?• How would your life personally, or the life of your family be different if you fully live out the truths in this message?• Why would an entire book of the Bible contain overwhelming human failures?• Why do we tend to idolize people in the Bible like Samson?• Where do we misplace our trust and hope? Government? Retirement Portfolio? Family? Friends?• Discuss the similarities of the book of Judges to our day and age.• How can we stand against the cultural drift and not “do that which is right in our own eyes”?FinancesWeekly Budget 31,390Giving For 12/25 24,243Giving For 01/01 57,168 YTD Budget 847,523YTD Giving 798,729 OVER/(UNDER) (48,794) Fellowship 101We invite you to join us Sunday morning, January 22, at 9:00 a.m. to learn more about Fellowship. This is a great opportunity to learn about our mission, values, and ministries. If you're new to Fellowship, join us in the conference room (First floor) to hear what God is doing and where He is taking us. During this time, you will meet some of our ministry leaders who are there to answer your questions. We're excited to meet you! Register at fellowshipconway/registerNew to Fellowship?We are so glad that you joined the Fellowship Family to worship this morning. If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you. Please fill out the “Connect Card” and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift. Get Connected in a Home ChurchFellowship's desire is for everyone to be relationally connected. The primary way we do this is in Home Churches – small groups that meet in living rooms to apply God's Word, pray, and to serve together. Go to fellowshipconway.org/home church for more information. Men's FellowshipMen, join us for breakfast, fellowship, and prayer Wednesday, January 11, 5:30-6:30 a.m. Text 501-434-4449 and let us know you're coming.Women's Fellowship Cake Decorating ClassJoin us starting Thursday, January 12 for five weeks, 6:30-7:30 p.m. here at Fellowship. To sign-up and a list of supplies needed, contact Susan Woole at 501-269-2666. For child care text Shanna at 501-336-0332. Worship NightJoin the Fellowship family for a night of worship and praise Sunday, January 22, 6:30 p.m. Child care is provided by RSVP by texting Shanna at 501-336-0332. Fellowship KIds Family Game NightBring your whole family and join us at Fellowship Friday, January 27, 6-8:00 p.m. as we play games, eat snacks, and have lots of fun! If you have a favorite board game, bring it with you to share with friends. Josiah Venture Spring Conference Virtual Yard sale In 2023, we are taking a team to the Czech Republic (April 29 - May 9) to serve missionaries. We would greatly appreciate your prayers for our team and welcome your help with raising the funds to cover the expense of the trip. You can be part a by donating stuff you no longer need. We will have a “rolling virtual yard sale” that will kick off on January 9. For more information go to fellowshipconway.org/register.

Joshua: God is Faithful so Stay Vigilant A Survey of the BibleFor bulletin in PDF form click here. Message SlidesJoshua Chart - WilsonIntroduction to the Historical Books - HaysConquest, The Ethics of War, and Genocide - NIV Study BibleThe Morality of the Conquest - HaysContext: Who, When, Where, and Why?• Who composed Joshua?• When did he write? • Where were he and his audience?• Why was he writing? Content: How and What?• How is Joshua organized? • Focus on the Conquest of the Land: • Entering the Land (1:1-4:24) • Controlling the Land (5:1-12:24) • Distributing the Land (13:1-21:45) • Retaining the Land (22:1-24:33)• Focus on the Covenant:• Joshua: Exhortations on Conquering the Land (1:1-18) • Jericho: A Test Case with Success and Failure (2:1-7:26) • Ai: Recommitment to The Covenant (8:1-25) • Battles: Conquering the Rest of the land (9:1-12:24) • Allotment: Distribution of the Land (13:1-21:45) • Conflict: Resolving Disputes Among the Tribes (22:1-34)• Commitment: Renewal of Covenant Faithfulness (23:1-24:33) What is the message of Joshua? Conviction: So What?• What should we believe? • The Lord is faithful to do all that He has promised.• Our participation in the promises of God is related to obedience.• Our enjoyment of the promises of God is related to obedience.• God's accepts genuine worship from and blesses those who trust Him.• Incomplete obedience is costly. • How should we behave? Be strong and courageous! Do not tremble or be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go!• Where does this fit? • A demonstration of the faithfulness of God and fickle obedience of His people.• A continuation of the plan of God to use Israel to bless all people.Next Steps • Consistently depend on the faithfulness of God in every circumstance.• Courageously obey God fully in every situation.• Constantly participate in God's plan and look forward to His “rest”.This Week's Growth GuideGod's Word is both central and critical to your spiritual growth. We invite you to utilize the Growth Guide during the week to further your application of the Truth from the message.•. Monday - Joshua 1:1-18•. Tuesday - Joshua 2:1-24•. Wednesday - Joshua 7:1-26•. Thursday - Joshua 8:30-35•. Friday - Joshua 21:1-45Home ChurchOur Home Churches meet weekly to facilitate quicker relational depth, study the same passage taught Sunday to help apply Scripture in the context of community, and pray with one another. Home Church helps our body seek God's best for one another. Home Church Questions • Read Joshua 1:1-18.• Was there anything new or insightful in this message?• Was there anything you know you can or should immediately apply?• What did you struggle with in this message? What did not make sense or caused you to evaluate your own life more deeply?• How would your life personally, or the life of your family be different if you fully live out the truths in this message?• Why is it so important to know that God is faithful and He always fulfills His promises? • Discuss how a faithful God can use such unfaithful people.• What would it look like for you to be “strong and courageous” in 2023?• Discuss your heroes in the Book. Joshua? Caleb? Rahab? What draws you to each of these characters?FinancesWeekly Budget 31,390Giving For 12/18 33,449Giving For 12/25 24,243 YTD Budget 816,133YTD Giving. 741,561 OVER/(UNDER) (74,572) Generations CampaignTotal Pledge 1,535,065Received-to-date 1,666,355Fellowship 101We invite you to join us Sunday morning, January 22, at 9:00 a.m. to learn more about Fellowship. This is a great opportunity to learn about our mission, values, and ministries. If you're new to Fellowship, join us in the conference room (first floor) to hear what God is doing and where He is taking us. During this time, you will meet some of our ministry leaders and ask questions. We're excited to meet you! Register at fellowshipconway/registerNew to Fellowship?We are so glad that you joined the Fellowship Family to worship this morning. If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you. Please fill out the “Connect Card” and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift. Get Connected in a Home ChurchFellowship's desire is for everyone to be relationally connected. The primary way we do this is in Home Churches – small groups that meet in living rooms to apply God's Word, pray, and to serve together. Go to fellowshipconway.org/home church for more information. Men's fellowshipMen join us for breakfast, fellowship, and prayer Wednesday, January 11, 5:30-6:30 a.m. Text 501-434-4449 and let us know you're coming.Women's Fellowship Cake Decorating ClassThis is a five week class on Thursdays, starting January 12 through February 9, 6:30-7:30 p.m. here at Fellowship. For sign-up and a list of supplies needed, contact Susan Woole at 501-269-2666. For child care text Shanna at 501-336-0332. Josiah Venture Spring Conference Virtual Yard sale In 2023, we are taking a small exploratory team to the Czech Republic (April 29 - May 9) to help with the Josiah Venture Spring Conference. We would greatly appreciate your prayers for our team! We would also welcome your help with raising the funds to cover the expense of the trip by donating your stuff you no longer need. We will have a “rolling virtual yard sale” that will kick off on January 9. For more information on items you can donate, go to fellowshipconway.org/register. PerspectivesPerspectives is a fifteen-lesson educational course exploring different aspects of God's global purpose in a multi-faceted learning experience beginning January 16 on Monday nights. For more information, go to www.perspectives.org/conway. Contact Brian Darnell at brianjamesdarnell81@gmail.com with questions.

For the bulletin in PDF form click here. Message SlidesAdvent 2022 Goals• Behold: Pay attention to the centrality of Christ's coming in Scripture.• Behold: Prioritize Christ's coming during the season.• Behold: Pursue a deeper intimacy with Christ through personal engagement with Him and His story. • Behold: Put "advent" into your year-round vocabulary.Bethlehem BackgroundThe Birth of a Nation and the Death of the One Love (Genesis 35:1-29)The Total Corruption of a Nation and Death Related to Religion (Judges 17-21)The Death of a Family and the Birth of a King (Ruth)The Death of a Nation and the Birth of a Covenant (Jeremiah 31:1-40)The Birth of a Ruler who will be divine in the Context of Judgment (Micah 5:2)The Birth of a Savior and the Death of the First Martyrs (Matthew 2:1-18) God's plan of redemption has always involved a story that links birth and death in Bethlehem.Next Steps • I will reorient my thinking about the placement of my story in God's story. • I will meditate on the context and cost of my salvation. • I will invite someone to the Christmas Eve Service.This Week's Growth GuideGod's Word is both central and critical to your spiritual growth. We invite you to utilize the Growth Guide during the week to further your application of the Truth from the message.•. Monday - Genesis 35:1-40•. Tuesday - Ruth 1-2•. Wednesday - Ruth 3-4•. Thursday - Jeremiah 31:1-40•. Friday - Micah 5:1-15FinancesWeekly Budget 31,390Giving For 12/04 31,030Giving FOR 12/11 31,531 YTD Budget 753,354YTD Giving 683,869 OVER/(UNDER) (69,485) Generations CampaignTotal Pledge 1,535,065Received-to-date 1,664,825Christmas Eve and Christmas Candlelight Services Fellowship Christmas Eve services will be Saturday, December 24, 4:00 and 6:00 p.m. Christmas Day, 10:45 a.m. the service will be the same as the Christmas Eve Service.These will both be candlelight services, a Christmas message, a special time for kids, and worship.New to Fellowship?We are so glad that you joined the Fellowship Family to worship this morning. If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you. Please fill out the “Connect Card” and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift. Get Connected in a Home ChurchFellowship's desire is for everyone to be relationally connected. The primary way we do this is in Home Churches – small groups that meet in living rooms to apply God's Word, pray, and to serve together. Go to fellowshipconway.org/home church for more information. Fellowship 101We invite you to join us Sunday morning, January 22, at 9:00 a.m. to learn more about Fellowship. This is a great opportunity to learn about our mission, values, and ministries. If you're new to Fellowship, join us in the conference room (first floor) to hear what God is doing and where He is taking us. During this time, you will meet some of our ministry leaders and ask questions. Register at fellowshipconway.org/register. Christmas OfferingThis year's Christmas offering will go towards a master plan to refresh our main areas of welcome and fellowship not touched in the building addition and remodel of 2019, beginning with a refresh of the atrium, bathrooms, and kitchen. The updates will foster a warm and inviting space that is welcoming to all who come to Fellowship. We will take an offering on December 18 during both services. You can also give online by clicking here. New Years DayOn Sunday, January 1, we will have one worship service at 10:45 a.m. Children of all ages will be joining their families so everyone has a chance to worship during the one service. PerspectivesGod has a “world-sized” role for every Christian in His global purpose. Perspectives has equipped thousands of everyday believers with greater vision, hope, and passion. Join us Mondays from 6-9 pm starting January 16th. Come check out the first night for FREE! Visit perspectives.org/conway for more information. Ministry Office Holiday HoursThe Fellowship ministry office will be closed December 26, 27 and January 2 to enjoy time with friends and family.

BEHOLD:A Kingship Psalm(Psalm 2)For the bulletin in PDF form, click here. For message slides, click here.Introduction: Advent SeasonA Divine Plan (2 Samuel 7:12-17) An Anointed King (Psalm 2:2-9) • God's Anointed One • God's King and Son • Complete Rule A Kingdom Invitation (Psalm 2:11-12) • Serve with Fear • Celebrate with Trembling • Kiss the Son • Take Refuge in Him BEHOLD THE KINGWORSHIP THE KINGNext Steps • Identify the next right thing you need to do this week as you submit to the King. • Write down three things that you need to trust Jesus with as you take refuge in Him.This Week's Growth GuideGod's Word is both central and critical to your spiritual growth. We invite you to utilize the Growth Guide during the week to further your application of the Truth from the message.•. Monday - Psalm 2•. Tuesday - 2 Samuel 7:1-17•. Wednesday - Hebrews 1•. Thursday - Colossians 1•. Friday - Acts 13:32-52Home ChurchOur Home Churches meet weekly to facilitate quicker relational depth, study the same passage taught Sunday to help apply Scripture in the context of community, and pray with one another. Home Church helps our body seek God's best for one another. Home Church Questions • Read Psalm 2, Hebrews 1 • What does it mean to have a kingdom mindset? • Since Jesus is King, how does that affect us as we gather corporately? • How does the Kingship of Jesus change your everyday life: • Relationships • Vocation • Marriage • Parenting • Down time • Thought Life • How do you practically “Take Refuge” in Christ? FinancesWeekly Budget 31,390Giving For 11/27 22,680Giving For 12/05 31,030 YTD Budget 721,694YTD Giving 652,338 OVER/(UNDER) (69,626) Generations CampaignTotal Pledge 1,535,065Received-to-date. 1,664,145Christmas Eve and Christmas Candlelight ServicesFellowship Christmas Eve services will be Saturday, December 24, 4:00 and 6:00 p.m. Christmas Day, 10:45 a.m. the service will be the same as the Christmas Eve Service. These will both be candlelight services, a Christmas message, a special time for kids, and worship.New to Fellowship?We are so glad that you joined the Fellowship Family to worship this morning. If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you. Please fill out the “Connect Card” and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift. Get Connected in a Home ChurchFellowship's desire is for everyone to be relationally connected. The primary way we do this is in Home Churches – small groups that meet in living rooms to apply God's Word, pray, and to serve together. Go to fellowshipconway.org/home church for more information. Fellowship Women's Christmas Party with Cookie DecoratingStill time to register for the party December 15, 6:00 p.m. Bring some appetizers to share, come comfy. Cost is $10 per person. Register fellowshipconway.org/register. Child care by RSVP to Shanna at 501-336-0332.Advent GuideTo help us prepare our hearts to celebrate well, we are providing a daily Advent devotional for you and your household to enjoy together. Stop by the Connection Center today and get a copy for your family. Christmas OfferingThis year's Christmas offering will go towards a master plan to refresh our main areas of welcome and fellowship not touched in the building addition and remodel of 2019, beginning with a refresh of the atrium, bathrooms, and kitchen. The updates will foster a warm and inviting space that is welcoming to all who come to Fellowship. We will take an offering on December 18 during both services. You can also give online fellowship New Years DayOn Sunday, January 1, we will have one worship service at 10:45 a.m. Children of all ages will be joining their families so everyone has a chance to worship during the one service. Operation Christmas Child An incredible THANK YOU to everyone in the Fellowship family who participated by packing and volunteering through Operation Christmas Child this year. Now, our work shifts to prayer. Please continue to pray for your boxes, their safe journey and delivery, for the National Leadership teams who deliver, and for God to be honored and glorified by many kids and their families putting their trust in Jesus!

BEHOLD:An Obscure Old Testament Prophecy(Numbers 24:17; Matthew 2:1-12)Message SlidesAdvent 2022 Goals • Behold: Pay attention to the centrality of Christ's coming in Scripture.• Behold: Prioritize Christ's coming during the season.• Behold: Pursue a deeper intimacy with Christ through personal engagement with Him and His story. • Behold: Put "advent" into your year-round vocabulary.Herod and the Magi (Matthew 2:1-12)The Prophecy of the Star (Numbers 24:17)A History of the "Shikinah Glory" • Exodus 40:34-35 • 1 Kings 8:10-11 • Ezekiel 10:1-2 • Ezekiel 10:3-4 • Ezekiel 10:18-19 • Ezekiel 11:22-24 • Isaiah 60:1-6 • Matthew 2:1-2 (?) • Matthew 2:9 (?) Jesus is the light of the world. Celebrate the light He brings. Next Steps • This Christmas celebrate that Jesus is the light of the world. Perhaps you might want to go see Christmas lights and talk about it. • Make plans now to read the Christmas story with your family. • Use the Christmas devotional, at the Connction Center, this year. It is not too late to start.Home ChurchOur Home Churches meet weekly to facilitate quicker relational depth, study the same passage taught Sunday to help apply Scripture in the context of community, and pray with one another. Home Church helps our body seek God's best for one another. Home Church Questions • What are some of your favorite Christmas traditions?• What are some of the Christmas traditions that drive you crazy?• Read Matthew 2:1-12• What have you always heard about the Magi?• Why do you think God has revealed Himself as "light" so frequently in Scripture? How does this culminate in Jesus being the "light of the world"?• Why would God use a pagan prophet and "scholars" from far away to be a part of the Christmas story?• What difference does Christmas make?• How can we make Christmas different this year?FinancesWeekly Budget 31,390Giving For 11/20 25,721Giving For 11/27 22,680 YTD Budget 690,574YTD Giving 621,307 OVER/(UNDER) (69,267) Generations CampaignTotal Pledge 1,535,065Received-to-date. 1,663,635 Christmas Eve and Christmas Candlelight ServicesFellowship Christmas Eve services will be Saturday, December 24, 4:00 and 6:00 p.m. Christmas Day, 10:45 a.m. the service will be the same as the Christmas Eve Service. These will both be candlelight services, a Christmas message, a special time for kids, and worship.New to Fellowship? We are so glad that you joined the Fellowship Family to worship this morning. If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you. Please fill out the “Connect Card” and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift. Get Connected in a Home ChurchFellowship's desire is for everyone to be relationally connected. The primary way we do this is in Home Churches – small groups that meet in living rooms to apply God's Word, pray, and to serve together. Go to fellowshipconway.org/home church for more information. Fellowship women's Christmas Party with Cookie DecoratingStill time to register for the party December 15, 6:00 p.m. Bring some appetizers to share, come get comfy. Cost is $10 per person. Register fellowshipconway.org/register. Child care by RSVP to Shanna at 501-336-0332.PerspectivesGod has a “world-sized” role for every Christian in His global purpose. Perspectives has equipped thousands of everyday believers with greater vision, hope, and passion. Spring 2023 starts January 16, 6-9:00 p.m., Mondays at Second Baptist Church. Check out the first night for FREE! Visit perspectives.org/conway for more information. Stop by the Missions Table in the Atrium with any questions and meet Anna Darnell. Advent GuideTo help us prepare our hearts to celebrate well, we are providing a daily Advent devotional for you and your household to enjoy together. Stop by the Connection Center today and get a copy for your family. Christmas OfferingThis year's Christmas offering will go towards a master plan to refresh our main areas of welcome and fellowship not touched in the building addition and remodel of 2019, beginning with a refresh of the atrium, bathrooms, and kitchen. The updates will foster a warm and inviting space that is welcoming to all who come to Fellowship. We will take an offering on December 18 during both services. You can also give online fellowshiponegiving.com New Years DayOn Sunday, January 1, we will have one worship service at 10:45 a.m. Children of all ages will be joining their families so everyone has a chance to worship during the one service.

Identity in ChristFor bulletin in PDF form click here.For Sermon Slides click hereIntroduction: How does one enter the “in Christ” Family?Our Identity Provides Clarity.• We have been justified. (Gal. 2:16)• We have been redeemed. (Rom. 3:24)• We are a new creation. (2 Cor. 5:17)• We are part of one body of believers. (Rom. 12:5)Our Identity Provides Completeness.• We have received grace. (1 Cor. 1:4)• We have every spiritual blessing from heaven. (Eph. 1:3)• We have all our needs met. (Phil. 4:19)• We have forgiveness for our sins. (Eph. 4:32)Our Identity Provides Confidence.• We are to be presented perfect/complete to God. (Col. 1:28)• We have eternal life. (Rom. 6:23)• We have no condemnation. (Rom. 8:1)• We are secure in the love of God. (Rom. 8:38-39) Our identity in Christ provides reason for gratitude and a response of living out our true identity.Next Steps • I will choose one verse this week and look at it multiple times per day as a reminder of who I am in Christ. • I will share these twelve "in Christ" passages with a family member or a friend who is struggling.Home ChurchOur Home Churches meet weekly to facilitate quicker relational depth, study the same passage taught Sunday to help apply Scripture in the context of community, and pray with one another. Home Church helps our body seek God's best for one another. Home Church Questions • What was meaningful from the message?• What “in Christ” passage stuck out to you and why?• Share a “false identity” you have found yourself slipping into lately? • Which true identity did you need a fresh reminder of today?• How will you live differently this week having been reminded of your true identity in Christ?FinancesWeekly Budget 31,390Giving For 11/13 15,495Giving For 11/20 25,721 YTD Budget. 659,184YTD Giving. 598,627 OVER/(UNDER) (60,557) Generations CampaignTotal Pledge 1,535,065Received-to-date. 1,663,155Operation Christmas ChildOn Sunday, December 11, we will put a bow on National Collection Week as we share and celebrate the total number of boxes packed at Fellowship, as well as our River Valley Area! You won't want to miss it! New to Fellowship?We are so glad that you joined the Fellowship Family to worship this morning. If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you. Please fill out the “Connect Card” and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift. Get Connected in a Home ChurchFellowship's desire is for everyone to be relationally connected. The primary way we do this is in Home Churches – small groups that meet in living rooms to apply God's Word, pray, and to serve together. Go to fellowshipconway.org/home church for more information. Fellowship Women's Christmas Party with Cookie DecoratingLadies, mark your calendars for December 15, 6:00 p.m. here at Fellowship for a Christmas Party and a fun night of cookie decorating. This will be a great time of fellowship while learning some great decorating skills and an added bonus of yummy treats to take home or give as gifts. Bring some appetizers to share and get comfy! Cost is $10 per person. Register at fellowshipconway.org/register. Child care by RSVP to Shanna at 501-336-0332.PerspectivesGod has a “world-sized” role for every Christian in His global purpose. Perspectives has equipped thousands of everyday believers with greater vision, hope, and passion. Mondays from 6-9 pm starting January 16th. Come check out the first night for FREE! Visit perspectives.org/conway for more information. Advent Season Begins Today With Thanksgiving behind us, we turn in anticipation to celebrate the birth of our Savior. To help us prepare our hearts to celebrate well, we are providing an Advent daily devotional for you and your household to enjoy together. Stop by the Connection Center today and get a copy for your family. Christmas OfferingEach Christmas season, Fellowship has a special offering collected on the Sunday before Christmas, which is December 18 this year. Please be praying for how you will participate in this year's Christmas Offering. More details coming next Sunday. Christmas Eve and Christmas Candlelight Services The Christmas Eve services, Saturday, December 24, 4:00 and 6:00 p.m. will be the same as the Christmas Service on Sunday, December 25 at 10:00 a.m.. We will have a time for all the children to come up on stage and have a special Christmas story just for them. We encourage you to make plans with your family to join us!

The Pentateuch: The Identity of God's PeopleA Survey of the Bible For bulletin inn PDF form click here. Message SlidesA Mnemonic Review• Creator• Redeemer• Holy• Unstoppable• Serious A Visual Review• Genesis - In the Beginning• Exodus - Exit• Leviticus - Offerings and Feasts • Numbers - Wanders• Deuteronomy - Second LawTwo Lessons on Prayer• A Prayer for the Harvest - Matthew 9:35-38 - In the midst of a busy day (9:35) - Jesus had compassion (9:36) - He prayed for harvesters (9:37-38) • A Pattern for Daily Prayer - Matthew 6:9-13 - Talk to the Father about the Father • The Praise of the Father • The Program of the Father • The Plan of the Father - Talk to the Father about the Family • The Provision of the Family • The Pardon of the Family • The Protection of the FamilyNext Steps • Pray for Operation Christmas Child. • Pray for harvesters. • Pray daily.This Week's Growth GuideGod's Word is both central and critical to your spiritual growth. We invite you to utilize the Growth Guide during the week to further your application of the Truth from the message. •. Monday - Deuteronomy 30•. Tuesday - Psalm 98•. Wednesday - Isaiah 61:1-11•. Thursday - Matthew 6:5-15•. Friday - Matthew 9:35-38Home ChurchOur Home Churches meet weekly to facilitate quicker relational depth, study the same passage taught Sunday to help apply Scripture in the context of community, and pray with one another. Home Church helps our body seek God's best for one another. Home Church Questions • Read Matthew 6:5-15 and Matthew 9:35-38.• Was there anything new or insightful in this message?• Was there anything you know you can or should immediately apply?• What did you struggle with in this message? What did not make sense or caused you to evaluate your own life more deeply?• How would your life personally, or the life of your family be different if you fully lived out the truths in this message?• How often do you feel too busy to feel compassion and pray? What can you do about it?• What hinders you from regularly engaging in prayer?• What resonates more with your personality: “Prayer is a conversation” or “Prayer is pattern”?• How can you improve your prayer life? FinancesWeekly Budget 31,390Giving For 11/06 54,925Giving For 11/13 15,945 YTD Budget 627,795YTD Giving 573,356 OVER/(UNDER) (54,439) Generations CampaignTotal Pledge 1,535,065Received-to-date. 1,662,195Operation Christmas ChildToday is THE last day to drop off Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes. Please bring your boxes to the church this afternoon so they can be processed and packed before being shipped to the collection center. Also, if you have yard signs, please turn those in TODAY! On December 11, we will reveal the total number of shoeboxes packed and processed, so you won't want to miss it! During the loading process, it would be incredibly helpful to have additional dollies/hand trucks available. If you have one of these we could use, please bring it to the church today. You can pick it up tomorrow after the loading process is complete.New to Fellowship?We are so glad that you joined the Fellowship Family to worship this morning. If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you. Please fill out the “Connect Card” and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift. Get Connected in a Home ChurchFellowship's desire is for everyone to be relationally connected. The primary way we do this is in Home Churches – small groups that meet in living rooms to apply God's Word, pray, and to serve together. Go to fellowshipconway.org/home church for more information. Fellowship Women's Christmas Party with Cookie DecoratingLadies, mark your calendars for December 15, 6:00 p.m. here at Fellowship for a Christmas Party and a fun night of cookie decorating. This will be a great time of fellowship while learning some great decorating skills and an added bonus of yummy treats to take home or give as gifts. Bring some appetizers to share and get comfy! Cost is $10 per person. Register at fellowshipconway.org/register. Child care by RSVP to Shanna at 501-336-0332.Pack a Shoebox OnlineWe know that time is limited, and many of us feel the crunch. Operation Christmas Child offers a way to still participate in packing boxes through their website. The process is quick, fun, and gives options for you to choose from to fill the box with great items. Plus, your online boxes will count towards Fellowship's goal of 7,000. Go to fellowshipconway.org/occ or scan the QR code to go to the website to get started. Every box is a Gospel Opportunity and a community hearing the transforming message of Christ. PerspectivesGod has a “world-sized” role for every Christian in His global purpose. Perspectives has equipped thousands of everyday believers with greater vision, hope, and passion. Join us Mondays from 6-9 pm starting January 16th. Come check out the first night for FREE! Visit perspectives.org/conway for more information. Message Slides

Deuteronomy: A Call for Covenant FaithfulnessA Survey of the BibleFor bulletin in PDF form click here. Message SlidesDeuteronomy Chart - WilsonSummary of Deuteronomy - PetersonHittite Treaty Format and Deuteronomy - SpinkleContext: Who, When, Where, and Why?• Who composed Deuteronomy?• When did he write? • Where were he and his audience?• Why was he writing? Content: How and What?• How is Deuteronomy organized? Four Sermons: • History Review (1:1-4:43) • Ten Commandments (4:44-26:19) • Blessings and Cursing (27:1-30:20) • Farewell Address (31:1-34:12) Covenant Contract:• Preamble: Parties Involved (1:1-5)• Historical Prologue: Narration of History (1:6-4:43) • Covenant Stipulations: Exposition of Ten Commandments (4:44-26:19) • Blessings and Cursing: Consequences for Covenant Faithfulness (27:1-30:20) • Farewell Address: Moses Final Words and Death (31:1-34:12)• What is the message of Deuteronomy? Conviction: So What?• What should we believe? - The Lord is clear about His expectations for His faithfulness. - The Lord is clear about His expectations for our faithfulness. - Obedience brings blessing. - Disobedience brings discipline. - Repentance brings restoration.• How should we behave? - Choose Life!• Where does this fit? - A Summary of the Law in a Contract with the LordNext Steps • Recognize the authority and faithfulness of God. • Take the Word of God seriously (Jesus quoted Deuteronomy). • Choose obedience and real life. Home Church Our Home Churches meet weekly to facilitate quicker relational depth, study the same passage taught Sunday to help apply Scripture in the context of community, and pray with one another. Home Church helps our body seek God's best for one another. Home Church Questions • Read Deuteronomy 4:1-43.• Was there anything new or insightful in this message?• Was there anything you know you can or should immediately apply?• What did you struggle with in this message? What did not make sense or caused you to evaluate your own life more deeply?• How would your life personally, or the life of your family be different if you fully live out the truths in this message?• How are you practically aware and submitting to the authority of the Lord?• How has God been faithful to both bless and discipline you?• Why does the law have both a presentation of the Ten Commandments (5:6-21) and an exposition of them in daily life (6:1-26:18)?• Why do you think Jesus quoted from Deuteronomy when he was tempted and why is Deuteronomy the most quoted book in the New Testament? What should that teach us?FinancesWeekly Budget 31,390Giving For 10/30 15,223Giving For 11/06 54,925 YTD BUDGET 596,405YTD GIVING 557,411 OVER/(UNDER) (38,994) Generations CampaignTotal Pledge 1,535,065Received-to-date 1,660,640Operation Christmas Child - Operation Christmas Child collection week is here! We need volunteers for OCC Collection Week starting tomorrow. Please visit the Fellowship app on your phone and click the OCC icon to sign up or visit the website and click on the OCC menu. You can drop off your shoe boxes any time this week, but next Sunday, November 20 is the LAST day we can accept shoe boxes for 2022. Thank you for helping us reach our 7,000 shoe box goal!New to Fellowship?We are so glad that you joined the Fellowship Family to worship this morning. If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you. Please fill out the “Connect Card” and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift. Get Connected in a Home ChurchFellowship's desire is for everyone to be relationally connected. The primary way we do this is in Home Churches – small groups that meet in living rooms to apply God's Word, pray, and to serve together. Go to fellowshipconway.org/home church for more information. Parents Night Out | December 2 | 6-8:30 p.m.Feed your kids, load them up in their pajamas, and bring them to us. We will provide snacks and a fun filled evening while you enjoy a few hours of quiet time, Christmas shopping, or even a date night! This event is for kids Nursery through 4th Grade. Deadline to register is November 14. Register at fellowshipconway.org/register. Fellowship Women's Christmas Party with Cookie DecoratingLadies, mark your calendars for December 15, 6:00 p.m. here at Fellowship for a Christmas Party and a fun night of cookie decorating. This will be a great time of fellowship while learning some great decorating skills and an added bonus of yummy treats to take home or give as gifts. Cost is $10 per person. Register at fellowshipconway.org/register. Child care by RSVP to Shanna at 501-336-0332.Griefshare - Surviving the Holidays | November 19 | 10-12 noonWe are hosting a “Surviving the Holidays” seminar to help you deal with the emotions and the impact holidays can have. Join us and find hope for the future. No reservations necessary. Cost is $5.00. Pack a Shoebox OnlineWe know that time is limited, and many of us feel the crunch. Operation Christmas Child offers a way to still participate in packing boxes through their website. The process is quick, fun, and gives options for you to choose from to fill the box with great items. Plus, your online boxes will count towards Fellowship's goal of 7,000. Go to fellowshipconway.org/occ to go to the website to get started. Every box is a Gospel Opportunity and a community hearing the transforming message of Christ.

Numbers: God's Work in the WildernessA Survey of the BibleMessage SlidesNumbers Chart - WilsonNumbers Summary - PetersonWilderness Wanderings - Baker Illustrated Bible DictionaryContext: Who, When, Where, and Why?For bulletin in PDF form click here.• Who composed Numbers?• When did he write? • Where were he and his audience?• Why was he writing? Content: How and What?• How is Numbers organized? - Narrative Flow: Preparation (Travel) Postponement (Travel) Preparation - Thematic Emphasis:• Preparation of the Nation: Organization (1:1-2:34) • Instruction (3:1-10:10) • Rebellion of the Nation: Unbelief at Kadesh (10:11-14:45) • Wandering in the Desert (15:1-19:22)• Rebirth of the Nation: New Leadership (20:1-22:1) • New Opposition (22:2-25:18) • New Hope (26:1-36:13)• What is the message of Numbers? Conviction: So What?• What should we believe? - The Lord is concerned with our preparation for spiritual battle. - The Lord may test us to see if we are ready for more. - The Lord is patient but may not give us unlimited chances. - The Lord is unstoppable and will not be hindered from within or without. • How should we behave? - Cooperate with the plan of God and trust Him completely. - Prepare for spiritual battle and take advantage of opportunities to grow. Where does this fit? - A Paradigm of the Christian LifeNext Steps• Embrace the challenges of spiritual growth and prepare for them.• Step into the new levels of growth God has for you.• God is unstoppable so cooperate with His plan.This Week's Growth GuideGod's Word is both central and critical to your spiritual growth. We invite you to utilize the Growth Guide during the week to further your application of the Truth from the message.•. •. . Monday - Numbers 6:1-27•. Tuesday - Numbers 9:1-23•. Wednesday - Numbers 13:1-33•. Thursday - Numbers 14:1-45•. Friday - Hebrew 6:1-12Home ChurchOur Home Churches meet weekly to facilitate quicker relational depth, study the same passage taught Sunday to help apply Scripture in the context of community, and pray with one another. Home Church helps our body seek God's best for one another. Home Church Questions • Read Numbers 14:1-45.• Was there anything new or insightful in this message?• Was there anything you know you can or should immediately apply?• What did you struggle with in this message? What did not make sense or caused you to evaluate your own life more deeply?• How would your life personally, or the life of your family be different if you fully live out the truths in this message?• Where are you being challenged to grow spiritually right now?• What are the giants in your land of spiritual growth?• Do you have any time in your life when you should have …, didn't… and then lost the opportunity?• Where are you facing opposition to your spiritual growth?• What does it look like to trust God in spite of your own rebellion and the world's opposition?FinancesWeekly Budget 31,390Giving For 10/23 28,302Giving For 10/30 15,223 YTD Budget 565,015YTD Giving 502,486 OVER/(UNDER) (62,529) Generations CampaignTotal Pledge 1,535,065Received-to-date 1,659,890Operation Christmas Child - Operation Christmas Child collection week is almost here! We are excited about your involvement as we work toward our goal of 6,100 boxes! The GO Store, located in Downtown Conway, is the perfect place for you to buy approved items to put in your box for a fraction of the cost of retail. That means, if you plan to pack 1 box, you might be able to pack 2 or 3 boxes for the same amount! Also, we need volunteers for OCC Collection Week, November 14 - 21, so please visit the Fellowship app on your phone and click the OCC icon to sign up or visit the website and click on the OCC picture.New to Fellowship?We are so glad that you joined the Fellowship Family to worship this morning. If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you. Please fill out the “Connect Card” and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift. Get Connected in a Home ChurchFellowship's desire is for everyone to be relationally connected. The primary way we do this is in Home Churches – small groups that meet in living rooms to apply God's Word, pray, and to serve together. Go to fellowshipconway.org/home church for more information. Parents Night out | December 2 | 6-8:30 p.m.Feed your kids, load them up in their pajamas, and bring them to us. We will provide snacks and a fun filled evening while you enjoy a few hours of quiet time, Christmas shopping, or even a date night! This event is for kids Nursery through 4th Grade. Deadline to register is November 14. Register at fellowshipconway.org/register Women's Directory | Stop by the connection centerWith a desire for members to be relationally connected, ladies from the Women's Ministry are creating a private, online, password-protected Women's Directory (print versions by request only for those who participate). We hope the directory helps to put names with faces and more easily connect! This will not be used for outside solicitation purposes, only for connecting with other Fellowship women. Come by the Connection Center and complete a simple information form by October 30th or email your info to tracylee3313@att.net. PerspectivesGod has a “world-sized” role for every Christian in His global purpose. Perspectives has equipped thousands of everyday believers with greater vision, hope, and passion. Join us Mondays from 6-9 pm starting January 16th. Come check out the first night for FREE! Visit perspectives.org/conway for more information. Griefshare - Surviving the holidays | November 19 | 10-12 noonWe are hosting a “Surviving the Holidays” seminar to help you deal with the emotions and the impact holidays can have. Join us and find hope for the future. No reservations necessary. Cost is $5.00. Dates to Return ShoeboxesFellowship can start bringing their packed Operation Christmas Child boxes on Sunday, November 13th. Until then, we ask you to fill, pray, and store your boxes at home while we prepare to receive them. We are excited to see what God will do!

Partners in the Gospel Jim and Melanie WilsonFounder and Director of IBACFor bulletin in PDF form click here. Notes: This Week's Growth GuideGod's Word is both central and critical to your spiritual growth. We invite you to utilize the Growth Guide during the week to further your application of the Truth from the message.•. Monday - Acts 13:1-3•. Tuesday - Acts 13:4-12•. Wednesday - Acts 13:13-25•. Thursday - Acts 13:26-35•. Friday - Acts 13:36-51Home ChurchOur Home Churches meet weekly to facilitate quicker relational depth, study the same passage taught Sunday to help apply Scripture in the context of community, and pray with one another. Home Church helps our body seek God's best for one another. Home Church Questions • What resonated with you as you listened to Jim and Melanie's story this morning?• How have you been part of global missions in the past?• What are some ways you have found to partner with God in His global purposes recently? • Perhaps global missions has not been a focus for you or your family. What did you hear this morning that would be a first step towards seeing that change?• As a Home Church, how can we encourage each other to actively engage in God's global plan for the Gospel to go to the ends of the earth?• How can we as a Home Church encourage our missionary partners in the Gospel?FinancesWeekly Budget 31,390Giving For 10/16 37,741Giving For 10/23 28,302 YTD Budget 533,625YTD Giving 487,263 OVER/(UNDER) (46,362) Generations CampaignTotal Pledge 1,535,065Received-to-date 1,659,270Fellowship 101 November 6 | 9 AM New to Fellowship and ready to connect deeper? Join us for Fellowship 101, November 6, during the 9 AM worship service in the library. Hear about the mission and values of Fellowship and meet our ministry leaders. Register at fellowshipconway.org/register. New to Fellowship?We are so glad that you joined the Fellowship Family to worship this morning. If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you. Please fill out the “Connect Card” and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift. Get Connected in a Home ChurchFellowship's desire is for everyone to be relationally connected. The primary way we do this is in Home Churches – small groups that meet in living rooms to apply God's Word, pray, and to serve together. Go to fellowshipconway.org/home church for more information. Parents Night out | December 2 | 6-8:30 p.m.Feed your kids, load them up in their pajamas, and bring them to us. We will provide snacks and a fun filled evening while you enjoy a few hours of quiet time, Christmas shopping, or even a date night! This event is for kids Nursery through 4th Grade. Deadline to register is November 14. Register with the QR Code. Operation Christmas Child Our 2022 Operation Christmas Child season is in full swing! Your involvement in Operation Christmas Child is one of the easiest ways to place your finger prints, or the finger prints of your children, on the great things God is doing across the world. These shoeboxes are Gospel opportunities, and used by God in church planting, multi-generation discipleship, and changing the lives of entire villages across the world. Would you consider how many boxes you and your family might be called to pack? Visit our website at http://www.fellowshipconway.org/occ for more information about how to get involved.Women's Directory | Stop by the connection centerWith a desire for members to be relationally connected, ladies from the Women's Ministry are creating a private, online, password-protected Women's Directory (print versions by request only for those who participate). This will not be used for outside solicitation purposes, only for connecting with other Fellowship women. Come by the Connection Center and complete a simple information form by October 30th or email your info to tracylee3313@att.net. PerspectivesGod has a “world-sized” role for every Christian in His global purpose. Perspectives has equipped thousands of everyday believers with greater vision, hope, and passion. Join us Mondays from 6-9 pm starting January 16th. Come check out the first night for FREE! Visit perspectives.org/conway for more information. Griefshare - Surviving the holidays | November 19 | 10-12 noonWe are hosting a “Surviving the Holidays” seminar to help you deal with the emotions and the impact holidays can have. Join us and find hope for the future. No reservations necessary. Cost is $5.00.

Leviticus: A Manual of SanctificationA Survey of the BibleFor bulletin in PDF form click here.Message SlidesLeviticus Chart - WilsonLeviticus Summary - PetersonFestivals and Fulfillments - WilsonContext: Who, When, Where, and Why?• Who composed Leviticus?• When did he write? • Where were he and his audience?• Why was he writing? Content: How and What?• How is Leviticus organized? • Status: Unclean (Wash and Wait) - Clean (Sacrifice) - Holy• Sections: Sacrifices (1-7) • Priesthood (8-10) • Purity Laws (11-16) • Holiness Laws (17-27)• Sections: Ritual (1-7) • Priests (8-10) • Purity (11-16) • Purity (17-20) • Priests (21-22) Ritual (23-27)• Theological Emphasis: The presence of the Lord demands holy living and constant redemption. • What is the message of Leviticus? Conviction: So What?• What should we believe? • The Lord is Holy and this is to be taken seriously. • The Lord desires to be in fellowship with us. • The Lord makes provision for us to maintain fellowship with him. • The sacrificial and festival system point to Christ. • How should we behave? • Maintain purity of life and access fellowship with the Lord through His provision. • Where does this fit? • A Manual of Sanctification Full of Pictures of Christ's Redemptive WorkNext Steps • Begin to read the Old Testament with a focus on grace, provision, predictions, and pictures that all lead eventually to Christ.• Reject a rules orientation to life.• Reorient your life to embrace a relationship perspective.This Week's Growth GuideGod's Word is both central and critical to your spiritual growth. We invite you to utilize the Growth Guide during the week to further your application of the Truth from the message.•. Monday - Leviticus 3:1-17•. Tuesday - Leviticus 16:1-34•. Wednesday - Leviticus 18:1-5•. Thursday - Leviticus 19:1-18•. Friday - Leviticus 19:19-37•. Saturday - Leviticus 23:1-22•. Sunday - Leviticus 23:23-44Home Church Questions • Read Leviticus 16:1-34.• Was there anything new or insightful in this message?• Was there anything you know you can or should immediately apply?• What did you struggle with in this message? What did not make sense or caused you to evaluate your own life more deeply?• How would your life personally, or the life of your family be different if you fully lived out the truths in this message?• Why is it important to recognize that no one was ever saved by keeping the law or using the sacrificial system? Salvation is and always has been by grace through faith (Eph. 2:1-10).• The Law and sacrificial system is about sanctification, i.e. maintaining relationship with God. What is a practical application of this truth?• What daily living principles might you glean from the categories of "unclean, clean and holy"?• Review how the festivals point to the work of Christ. How does this enhance your understanding of the inspiration of Scripture and God's unfolding redemptive plan.FinancesWeekly Budget 31,390Giving For 10/02 22,635Giving For 10/09 29,151 YTD Budget 470,846YTD Giving 421,220 OVER/(UNDER) (49,626) Generations CampaignTotal Pledge 1,535,065Received-to-date 1,657,980Fellowship 101 - November 6 | 9 AM New to Fellowship and ready to connect deeper? Join us for Fellowship 101, November 6, during the 9 AM worship service in the library. Hear about the mission and values of Fellowship and meet our ministry leaders.Register at fellowshipconway.org/register. New to Fellowship?We are so glad that you joined the Fellowship Family to worship this morning. If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you. Please fill out the “Connect Card” and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift. Get Connected in a Home ChurchFellowship's desire is for everyone to be relationally connected. The primary way we do this is in Home Churches – small groups that meet in living rooms to apply God's Word, pray, and to serve together. Go to fellowshipconway.org/home church for more information. Feed the Need | October 23 | 10-2:00 p.m. Feed the Need is a one-day event to purchase and collect food to help feed thousands of people right here in Faulkner County and deliver a message of hope to struggling families. As part of this event, Fellowship will be hosting the Walmart Neighborhood Market on October 23, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. This means we will staff a semi truck to receive, sort, and load all the donations that are purchased at the Neighborhood Market. If you would like to volunteer, email Michael Harrison at mharrison@fellowshipconway.org or text 501-339-4222. For information about Feed the Need and a grocery shop for the items on the list Women's Directory | Stop by the Connection centerWith a desire for members to be relationally connected, ladies from the Women's Ministry are creating a private, online, password-protected Women's Directory (print versions by request only for those who participate). We hope the directory helps to put names with faces better and more easily connect! This will not be used for outside solicitation purposes, only for connecting with other Fellowship women. Come by the Connection Center and complete a simple information form by October 30th or email your info to tracylee3313@att.net. Operation Christmas ChildSee our insert for all things OCC including how to sign up to serve during National Collection week. Also, we have a table in the atrium for boxes to be filled and donated in honor of Booger Roach, who recently passed away. The Roach family has been heavily invested in all thing Operation Christmas Child and friends of the family are encouraged to pack a box in Booger's honor.

Exodus: The Redemption and Constitution of IsraelA Survey of the BibleFor bulletin in PDF form click here.Message SlidesExodus Chart - WilsonExodus Summary - PetersonHistorical Background of Exodus - Ross Come On, Let Us Adore Him - WilkinContext: Who, When, Where, and Why? • Who composed Exodus? • When did he write? • Where were he and his audience? • Why was he writing? Content: How and What? • How is Exodus organized? - Characters: Moses (1-3) • Pharaoh (4-6) • The Lord (7-13) • Israelites (14-40) - Sections: Deliverance from Egypt (1-19) • Instructions at Sinai (20-40) - Sections: Oppression: God Permits (1-6) • Deliverance: God Acts (7-18) • Instruction: God Speaks (20–40) - Theological Emphasis: The Presence of the Lord (3:!2; 6:8; 13:17-22; 19:1-25; 24:9-18; 33:12-23; 40:34-38) • What is the message of Exodus? Conviction: So What? • What should we believe? - The Lord reveals His character to us in His word and His works. - The Lord redeems His people from bondage. - The Lord makes His standards clear. - There is no other God so we should have no other gods. • How should we behave? - Follow the clear revelation of God knowing He is always with you. • Where does this fit? - The paradigmatic redemption story.Next Steps • Recognize and submit to the supreme power of God.• Embrace and obey the clear revelation of God.• Understand and enjoy the constant presence of God.This Week's Growth GuideGod's Word is both central and critical to your spiritual growth. We invite you to utilize the Growth Guide during the week to further your application of the Truth from the message.•. Monday - Exodus 1:1-22•. Tuesday - Exodus 3:1-15•. Wednesday - Exodus 11:1-10•. Thursday - Exodus 12:1-23•. Friday - Exodus 20:1-21•. Saturday - Exodus 32:1-35•. Sunday -Exodus 40:1-38Home ChurchOur Home Churches meet weekly to facilitate quicker relational depth, study the same passage taught Sunday to help apply Scripture in the context of community, and pray with one another. Home Church helps our body seek God's best for one another. Home Church Questions • Read Exodus 1:1-22.• Was there anything new or insightful in this message?• Was there anything you know you can or should immediately apply?• What did you struggle with in this message? What did not make sense or caused you to evaluate your own life more deeply?• How would your life personally, or the life of your family be different if you fully live out the truths in this message?• What are some of the "gods of this age"? What do we look to in order to protect us or what things control us and dictate our priorities and behaviors?• Read Psalm 136:10-22. Why is the exodus such a great model for a correct theological understanding of redemption?• The Law was never given to save anyone. The law reveals the character of God, provides evidence of our inability to live up to God's standard, and provides a method for maintaining fellowship with God. Does this make sense? How can we use the law to accomplish it's intended purpose?FinancesWeekly Budget 31,390Giving For 09/25 26,011Giving For 10/02 22,635 YTD Budget 439,456YTD Giving 392,069 OVER/(UNDER) (47,387) Generations CampaignTotal Pledge 1,535,065Received-to-date 1,657,330Operation Christmas Child Special Access Pack - October 11 from 11:00 am - 2:00 pm or 6:00 - 9:00 pm. This Tuesday, October 11, you and your family are invited to participate in an Operation Christmas Child Special Access Pack right here at Fellowship! Together, we will be packing 2400 shoeboxes that will be sent to children in hard to reach areas across the world. Child care will be available for kids 6 years and under. New to Fellowship? We are so glad that you joined the Fellowship Family to worship this morning. If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you. Please fill out the “Connect Card” and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift. Get Connected in a Home ChurchFellowship's desire is for everyone to be relationally connected. The primary way we do this is in Home Churches – small groups that meet in living rooms to apply God's Word, pray, and to serve together. Go to fellowshipconway.org/home church for more information. Men's Book Club | October 13 | 6-8:00 p.m.Get your personal copy of “Bullies and Saints: An Honest Look at the Good and Evil of Christian History by John Dickson.” Then join us as we discuss this book every Thursday starting October 13 (Conference Room/Library, 1st floor).Fellowship Equipping • Systematic Theology Men's Bible Study | Thursdays | 6:00 a.m. • Church History II | Sundays | 10:45 a.m. For more information on the classes listed above and to register go to fellowshipconway.org/registerFellowship Kids Pumpkin Patch - OCtober 15 | 10-12 NoonFellowship families join us for fun at Schaefers and Collins Pumpkin Patch to pick pumpkins, pony rides, hay rides and lots of other fun, family events. Feed the Need | October 23 | 10-2:00 p.m. Feed the Need is a one-day event to purchase and collect food to help feed thousands of people right here in Faulkner County and deliver a message of hope to struggling families. As part of this event, Fellowship will be hosting the Walmart Neighborhood Market on October 23, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. This means we will staff a semi truck to receive, sort, and load all the donations that are purchased at the Neighborhood Market. If you would like to volunteer, email Michael Harrison at mharrison@fellowshipconway.org or text 501-339-4222. For information about Feed the Need and and to shop for the items on the list Message Exodus Summary Pter

Genesis: The Beginning of all ThingsA Survey of the BibleFor the bulletin in PDF form click here. Message SlidesGenesis Chart - WilsonBooks of Moses - PetersonGenesis - PetersonSome Solid Old Testament Dates - WilsonContext: Who, Where, When and Why?• Who composed Genesis? • Where were he and his audience?• Why was he writing? Content: How and What?• How is Genesis organized? - Teledot Structure: Introduction and Ten Panels - Characters: Adam (1-5) • Noah (6-11) • Abraham (12-25) • Jacob (26-36) • Joseph (37-50) - Sections: Primeval Events (1-11) • Patriarchal Events (12-50) - Themes: Creation (1-11) • Covenant (12-36) • Character (37-50)• What is the message of Genesis? Conviction: So What?• What should we believe? – God is sovereign and is telling a story of redemption. - God is good and has a plan to reconcile us to Himself.• How should we behave? - Even if others have a plan for evil, God is using it for good.• Where does this fit? - The beginning of life, sin, redemption, substitution — the story.Next Steps • Solidify your belief in the absolute sovereignty of God. • Reaffirm your trust in the goodness of the story God is telling. • Trust Him for what lies ahead. This Week's Growth GuideGod's Word is both central and critical to your spiritual growth. We invite you to utilize the Growth Guide during the week to further your application of the Truth from the message.•. Monday - Genesis 1:1-2:3•. Tuesday - Genesis 3:1-7•. Wednesday - Genesis 12:1-9•. Thursday - Genesis 15:1-21•. Friday - Genesis 22:1-19•. Saturday - Genesis 32:22-32•. Sunday - Genesis 50:15-26 Home ChurchOur Home Churches meet weekly to facilitate quicker relational depth, study the same passage taught Sunday to help apply Scripture in the context of community, and pray with one another. Home Church helps our body seek God's best for one another. Home Church Questions • Read Genesis 12:1-3; 50:15-26.• Was there anything new or insightful in this message?• Was there anything you know you can or should immediately apply?• What did you struggle with in this message? What did not make sense or caused you to evaluate your own life more deeply?• How would your life personally, or the life of your family be different if you fully live out the truths in this message?• How do we practically deny the sovereignty of God (e.g. taking matters into our own hands, believing we are in control)?• How do we practically deny the goodness of God (e.g. complaining, shortsightedness)?• Talk about one time in your life when you realized "they meant to harm me, but God intended it and used it for a good purpose".• What battle "lies ahead" in your life that will require you to believe that God is both sovereign and good?FinancesWeekly Budget 31,390Giving For 09/18 26,968Giving For 09/25 26,011 YTD Budget 408,067YTD Giving. 369,434 OVER/(UNDER) (38,633) Generations CampaignTotal Pledge 1,535,065Received-to-date 1,657,075Father/Son CampoutFriday, October 7 and Saturday, October 8 - Margrave Damascus Land This is our yearly event for boys K-12th grade and their fathers (or fatherly figure). Friday night will be campfires and enjoying the great outdoors and Saturday will have a morning of fun activities. Sign up at the Connection Center or fellowshipconway.org/register. There is no cost for this but registration deadline is October 4.New to Fellowship?We are so glad that you joined the Fellowship Family to worship this morning. If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you. Please fill out the “Connect Card” and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift. Get Connected in a Home ChurchFellowship's desire is for everyone to be relationally connected. The primary way we do this is in Home Churches – small groups that meet in living rooms to apply God's Word, pray, and to serve together. For more information go to fellowshipconway.org/homechurchOperation Christmas Child Special Access PackOn Tuesday, October 11, you and your family are invited to participate in an Operation Christmas Child Special Access Pack right here at Fellowship! Together, we will be packing 2400 shoeboxes that will be sent to children in hard to reach areas across the world. Join us on October 11 from 11:00am - 2:00 pm or 6:00 - 9:00 pm. Men's Book Club | October 13 | 6-8:00 p.m.Get your personal copy of “Bullies and Saints: An Honest Look at the Good and Evil of Christian History by John Dickson.” Then join us as we discuss this book every Thursday starting October 13 (Conference Room/Library, 1st floor).Fellowship Equipping • Systematic Theology Men's Bible Study | Thursdays | 6:00 a.m. • Art of Marriage | Sundays | 9:00 a.m. • Church History II | Sundays | 10:45 a.m. For more information on the classes listed above and to register go to fellowshipconway.org/registerFellowship Young Adults - October 4 | 6:00-8:00 PMFellowship Young Adults exists to make disciples among those aged 23-29 looking for the next step in their spiritual growth as they enter the workforce or pursue higher education. We will gather Tuesday evenings from 6:00-8:00 pm in the Fireside Room at Fellowship for a meal, prayer, and to study the Scriptures. More details at fellowshipconway.org/youngadults. Fellowship Kids Pumpkin Patch - OCtober 15 | 10-12 NoonFellowship families join us for fun at Schaefers and Collins Pumpkin Patch to pick pumpkins, pony rides, hay rides and lots of other fun, family events.

Lifestyle Stewardship A Whole Life Approach(Various Scriptures)For bulletin in PDF form click here. Message SlidesIntroduction: Matthew 25:1-13 - He is coming back. Hard Worker: Daily Discipline StewardshipAs a Steward of God's Resources a Disciple of Christcan be counted on to give their best effort at all times.(Pro. 10:4; 14:23; 2:29)Prudent Manager: Overall Resources StewardshipAs a Steward of God's Resources a Disciple of Christintentional superintends their time, talent and treasures for God's glory.(Luke 12:42-48; 16:1-12; Mat. 6:19-24)Cautious Debtor: Financial Obligations StewardshipAs a Steward of God's Resources a Disciple of Christlimits their financial risks to avoid foolish obligations.(Pro. 6:1-5; 22:7, 26-27)Joyful Giver: Purposeful Opportunity StewardshipAs a Steward of God's Resources a Disciple of Christconsiders the opportunity to invest in the gospel a privilege.(Luke 6:38; 2 Cor. 9:7)Wise Investor: Future Preparations StewardshipAs a Steward of God's Resources a Disciple of Christtakes the long range view of life and invests with wisdom.(Pro. 6:6-8; 21:20; Mat. 25:14-30)Stewardship Means Managing the Resources of the King until He Returns Next Steps • Recognize that God is the sovereign owner of everything and you are a steward.• Commit yourself to being a steward of your entire life for the glory of God.This Week's Growth GuideGod's Word is both central and critical to your spiritual growth. We invite you to utilize the Growth Guide during the week to further your application of the Truth from the message.•. Monday - Proverbs 31•. Tuesday - Luke 12:42-48•. Wednesday - Matthew 6:19-24•. Thursday - James 5:1-6•. Friday - Matthew 25:1-30 Home ChurchOur Home Churches meet weekly to facilitate quicker relational depth, study the same passage taught Sunday to help apply Scripture in the context of community, and pray with one another. Home Church helps our body seek God's best for one another. Home Church Questions • Read Matthew 25:1-30. • Was there anything new or insightful in this message?• Was there anything you know you can or should immediately apply?• 1 John 2:28 says, “And now, dear children, abide in Him, so that when he appears we may be confident and not ashamed before Him at His coming.” What would it look like to be confident when He returns? What would it look like to be ashamed?• How can you improve your witness as a hard worker to a watching world?• What area of your life could be managed better for the glory of God? Your time? Your Talents? Your treasures?• Where do you feel the pressure of obligations that seem to have entrapped you?• Do you see your giving to ministry as more of an obligation or an opportunity?• In what way are you “laying up treasures in heaven”?FinancesWeekly Budget 31,390Giving For 09/11 38,315Giving For 09/18 26,968 YTD Budget 376,677YTD Giving 343,423 OVER/(UNDER) (33,254) Generations CampaignTotal Pledge 1,535,065Received-to-date 1,656,075Father/Son Campout Friday, October 7 and Saturday, October 8 - Destination to be determined. This is our yearly event for boys K-12th grade and their fathers (or fatherly figure). Friday night will be campfires and enjoying the great outdoors and Saturday will have a morning of fun activities. Sign up at the Connection Center or fellowshipconway.org/register. There is no cost for this but registration deadline is October 4. New to Fellowship?We are so glad that you joined the Fellowship Family to worship this morning. If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you. Please fill out the “Connect Card” and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift. Get Connected in a Home ChurchFellowship's desire is for everyone to be relationally connected. The primary way we do this is in Home Churches – small groups that meet in living rooms to apply God's Word, pray, and to serve together. For more information go to fellowshipconway.org/homechurchFellowship Equipping • Gospel of Opportunity | Sundays | 9:00 a.m. • Systemetic Theology Men's Bible Study | Thursdays | 6:00 a.m. • Discover You | Sundays | 9:00 a.m. • Art of Marriage | Sundays | 9:00 a.m. • Family Discipleship | Mondays | 6:00 p.m. • Church History II | Sundays | 10:45 a.m. For more information on the classes listed above and to register go to fellowshipconway.org/registerMen's Book Club | October 13 | 6-8:00 p.m.Get your personal copy of “Bullies and Saints: An Honest Look at the Good and Evil of Christian History by John Dickson.” Then join us as we discuss this book every Thursday starting October 13 (Conference Room/Library, 1st floor).Operation Christmas Child Special Access PackOn Tuesday, October 11, you and your family are invited to participate in an Operation Christmas Child Special Access Pack right here at Fellowship! Together, we will be packing 2400 shoeboxes that will be sent to children in hard to reach areas across the world. Join us on October 11 from 11:00am - 2:00 pm or 6:00 - 9:00 pm. Fellowship Young Adults - September 20| 6:00-8:00 PMFellowship Young Adults exists to make disciples among those aged 23-29 looking for the next step in their spiritual growth as they enter the workforce or pursue higher education. We will gather Tuesday evenings from 6:00-8:00 pm in the Fireside Room at Fellowship for a meal, prayer, and to study the Scriptures. More details at fellowshipconway.org/youngadults.

Ruth: Faithful LIVING in a HOSTILE World "The Rest of the Story" Part 2 (RUTH 4:1-22)For bulletin in PDF form click here. Message SlidesRuth Chart - Bible ProjectDoing Hesed and the Faithfulness of God - Younger Mr. "So and So" says, "Thanks but No Thanks" (4:1-8)Trying to protect your reputation could result in losing your name.Boaz Blesses and is Blessed (4:9-12)Selfless acts of generous kindnessare recognized by others and blessed by God.Ruth and Boaz (and Naomi) are blessed with a Son (4:13-17)The faithful who love God and live with hesedare abundantly blessed and become a partof God's redemptive story.An Official Record of God's Blessing (4:18-22)God will accomplish His redemptive plan.Our participation in His plan is based on faithful living.As God is sovereignly orchestrating His redemptive planHe blesses us so we can bless others as a part of that plan.Next Steps • Place your confidence in God's good sovereign plan. It will work out for His glory and our good. • Determine how God has blessed you and take definitive steps to use that to bless others.Home ChurchOur Home Churches meet weekly to facilitate quicker relational depth, study the same passage taught Sunday to help apply Scripture in the context of community, and pray with one another. Home Church helps our body seek God's best for one another. Home Church Questions• Read Ruth 4:1-22• Was there anything new or insightful in this message?• Was there anything you know you can or should immediately apply?• What did you struggle with in this message? What did not make sense or caused you to evaluate your own life more deeply?• How would your life personally, or the life of your family be different if you fully lived out the truths in this message?• How have you already experienced God's reversal in your life? Where have you seen God's sovereign plan work out for His glory and our good when it did not initially look like it would turn out that way?• In what way has God blessed you and given you resources that you can use to bless others?• How is God convicting you to be a blessing to others in the midst of His great story of redemption, restoration, and rule.FinancesWeekly Budget 31,390Giving For 08/21 24,573Giving For 08/28 68, 564YTD Budget 282,508YTD Giving 257,510 OVER/(UNDER) (24,998) Generations Campaign Total Pledge 1,535,065Received-to-date 1,653,080Fellowship Women's Ministry Retreat September 23-25 - Shepherd of the Ozarks Hear women in our church body talk about God's faithful, reliable love working in their lives. Early registration ends today for the rate of $125. Register at fellowshipconway.org/register New to Fellowship?We are so glad that you joined the Fellowship Family to worship this morning. If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you. Please fill out the “Connect Card” and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift. Get Connected in a Home ChurchFellowship's desire is for everyone to be relationally connected. The primary way we do this is in Home Churches – small groups that meet in living rooms to apply God's Word, pray, and to serve together. For more information go to fellowshipconway.org/homechurchFellowship 101 | September 11 | 9 AM New to Fellowship and ready to connect deeper? Join us for Fellowship101, September 11th during the 9 AM worship service in the library. Hear about the mission and values of Fellowship and meet our ministry leaders. Register at fellowshipconway.org/register. Fellowship on the Lawn | September 11 | 4:30 p.m.Bring your camp chairs, blankets, and tents to enjoy time in community with the entire Fellowship Family. The kids will be able to enjoy two different inflatable play areas. Three food trucks will offer dinner options. More details at fellowshipconway.org/register. Fellowship Women | Breathe: Making Room for Sabbath | Led by Tiffny StewartEmpty is the New Full - Emptying our schedule for Sabbath offers fullness that helps us enter each day with more peace, more joy, and more opportunity to Breathe. Join us Wednesdays, beginning September 14th, from noon to 1 PM. Please order “Breathe - Study Journal: Making Room for Sabbath” before the class begins. Details and sign up at fellowshipconway.org/register. Child care by texting Shanna at 501-336-0332. Fellowship Kids Baptism Class | September 11, 18, 25, & October 2Is your child asking questions or have they made a decision to follow Christ? Join us for our baptism class where we will discuss the character of God, sin, salvation, baptism, and what comes next. Contact Heather McKinney at hmckinney@fellowshipconway.org. College StudentsWelcome to Conway! Fellowship loves college students and believes they are pivotal in the church. Our college pastor, Andrew Stauffer would love to get to know you. Email Andrew at astauffer@fellowshipconway.org. Fellowship Young Adults | September 6 | 6:00-8:00 PMFellowship Young Adults exists to make disciples among those aged 23-29 looking for the next step in their spiritual growth as they enter the workforce or pursue higher education. We will gather Tuesday evenings from 6:00-8:00 pm in the Fireside Room at Fellowship for a meal, prayer, and to study the Scriptures. More details at fellowshipconway.org/youngadults.

Ruth: Faithful LIVING in a HOSTILE World"The Rest of the Story"(RUTH 4:1-22)For bulletin in PDF form click here. Message SlidesBig Message in a Short Story - Bible ProjectBethlehem/City Gate - Archaeological Study BibleBethlehem - RossִHesed - CardMr. "So and So" says, "Thanks but No Thanks" (4:1-8)Trying to protect your reputation could result in losing your name.Boaz Blesses and is Blessed (4:9-12)Selfless acts of generous kindnessare recognized by others and blessed by God.Ruth and Boaz (and Naomi) are blessed with a Son (4:13-17)The faithful who love God and live with hesedare abundantly blessed and become a partof God's redemptive story.An Official Record of God's Blessing (4:18-22)God will accomplish His redemptive plan.Our participation in His plan is based on faithful livingAs God is sovereignly orchestrating His redemptive planHe blesses us so we can bless others as a part of that plan.Next Steps • Evaluate your participation in God's redemptive story.• Are you a participant or "Mr. or Mrs. So and So"?This Week's Growth GuideGod's Word is both central and critical to your spiritual growth. We invite you to utilize the Growth Guide during the week to further your application of the Truth from the message.•. Monday - Ruth 1•. Tuesday - Ruth 2•. Wednesday - Ruth 3•. Thursday - Ruth 4• Friday - Acts 7:1-53 Home ChurchOur Home Churches meet weekly to facilitate quicker relational depth, study the same passage taught Sunday to help apply Scripture in the context of community, and pray with one another. Home Church helps our body seek God's best for one another. Home Church Questions • Catch up from the summer. Where is everyone spiritually as you start the school year?• What are your major concerns?• What have you taken from our time in Ruth this summer?• What impact has the visit from our missionaries had this year?• Rofkhars• Bowlins• Schells• Polivkas• Taylors• Adams• Merrits• ŽivorsFinancesWeekly Budget 31,390Giving For 08/14 19,369Giving For 08/21 24,573YTD Budget 251,118YTD Giving 188,947 OVER/(UNDER) (62,171) Generations CampaignTotal Pledge 1,535,065Received-to-date 1,652,365Get Connected in a Home Church Fellowship's desire is for everyone to be relationally connected. The primary way we do this is in Home Churches – small groups that meet in living rooms to apply God's Word, pray, and to serve together. Stop by the Home Church table in the Atrium and let us help you get connected. For more information go to fellowshipconway.org/homechurchNew to Fellowship? We are so glad that you joined the Fellowship Family to worship this morning. If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you. Please fill out the “Connect Card” and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift. College StudentsWelcome (back) to Conway! Fellowship loves college students and believes they are pivotal in the church. Our college pastor, Andrew Stauffer, would love to meet you at the Fellowship College table in our atrium after the worship service. He has some freebies. Fellowship 101 | September 11 | 9 AM New to Fellowship and ready to connect deeper? Join us for Fellowship101, September 11th during the 9 AM worship service in the library. Hear about the mission and values of Fellowship and meet our ministry leaders. Register at fellowshipconway.org/register. Fellowship on the Lawn | September 11 | 4:30 p.m.Bring your camp chairs, blankets, and tents to enjoy time in community with the entire Fellowship Family. The kids will be able to enjoy two different inflatable play areas. Three food trucks will offer dinner options. More details at fellowshipconway.org/register. Fellowship Women | Breathe: Making Room for SabbathEmpty is the New Full - Emptying our schedule for Sabbath offers fullness that helps us enter each day with more peace, more joy, and more opportunity to Breathe. Join us Wednesdays, beginning September 14th, from noon to 1 PM. Please order the book “Breathe - Study Journal: Making Room for Sabbath” by Priscilla Shirer before the class begins. More details and sign up at fellowshipconway.org/register. Child care by texting Shanna at 501-336-0332. Fellowship Kids Baptism Class | September 11, 18, 25, & October 2Is your child asking questions or have they made a decision to follow Christ? Join us for our baptism class where we will discuss the character of God, sin, salvation, baptism, and what comes next. Contact Heather McKinney at hmckinney@fellowshipconway.org. Preschool Toddler Play Date | September 21 | 10-11:00 AMParents of toddlers & preschoolers, bring your kids and join us in the Indoor Playroom. We will have play time for kids, fellowship for parents, and snacks for everyone..Fellowship Young Adults | August 30 | 6:00-8:00 PMFellowship Young Adults exists to make disciples among those aged 23-29 looking for the next step in their spiritual growth as they enter the workforce or pursue higher education. We will gather Tuesday evenings from 6:00-8:00 pm in the Fireside Room at Fellowship for a meal, prayer, and to study the Scriptures. More details at fellowshipconway.org/youngadults.

Ruth: Faithful LIVING in a HOSTILE World "Down at the Threshing Floor" (Part 2)(RUTH 3:1-18)For bulletin in PDF form click here. Message SlidesBoaz - Zondervan Pictorial Encyclopedia of the BibleSwitchbacks on the Way Home - PiperProverbs 31 Translation - WilsonProverbs 31 Worksheet - WilsonRecommended Marriage Books - WilsonSix Marriage Commitments - TrippThe Prime Example of a Hesed Lifestyle (Proverbs 31:10-31)Review: Marriage and Sexual Purity (Part 2)Matchmaker, Matchmaker (3:1-6)God Often Uses Risky Plans with Honorable People to Accomplish His Purpose.• Naomi: A risky plan with an honorable man is worth trying (3:1-4). • Ruth: A risky plan from an honest woman is worth trying (3:5-6). Make Me a Match (3:7-15)God Helps the Needy through the Gracious Provision of Others.• Ruth: Trusting God's plan for gracious provision is often risky (3:7,9,14).• Boaz: Responding to a request to generously provide is often surprising (3:8, 10-15).Find Me a Find, Catch Me a Catch (3:16-18)Resting in the Providence of God Often Requires Patient Waiting. • Ruth: Resting in the providence of God requires observation (3:16-17). • Naomi: Resting in the providence of God requires patience (3:18).Waiting to find rest in the providence of God is often risky and surprising.Next Steps• Prioritize purity in your life by memorizing 1 Thessalonians 4:3-8.• Take one major step toward improving your marriage.• Make Proverbs 31:10-31 a regular part of your lifestyle evaluation. This Week's Growth GuideGod's Word is both central and critical to your spiritual growth. We invite you to utilize the Growth Guide during the week to further your application of the Truth from the message.•. Monday - Proverbs 31:10-15 (Read Slowly)•. Tuesday - Proverbs 31:16-21 (Read Slowly)•. Wednesday - Proverbs 31:22-27 (Read Slowly)•. Thursday - Proverbs 31:28-29 (Read Slowly)•. Friday - Proverbs 31:30-31 (Read Slowly)FinancesWeekly budget 31,390Giving For 07/ 07 25,050Giving For 08/14 19,369YTD Budget. 219,728YTD Giving 164,374 OVER/(UNDER) (55,354) Generations CampaignTotal Pledge 1,535,065Received-to-date 1,651,300Get Connected in a Home ChurchFellowship's desire is for everyone to be relationally connected. The primary way we do this is in Home Churches – small groups that meet in living rooms to apply God's Word, pray, and to serve together. Stop by the Home Church table in the Atrium and let us help you get connected. For more information go to fellowshipconway.org/homechurchNew to Fellowship?We are so glad that you joined the Fellowship Family to worship this morning. If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you. Please fill out the “Connect Card” and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift. College StudentsWelcome (back) to Conway! Fellowship loves college students and believes they are pivotal in the church. Our college pastor, Andrew Stauffer, would love to meet you at the Fellowship College table in our atrium after the worship service. He has some freebies for you to say “thank you” for joining us this morning. Fellowship 101 | September 11 | 9 AM New to Fellowship and ready to connect deeper? Join us for Fellowship101, September 11th during the 9 AM worship service in the Library (1st floor). You will hear about the mission and values of Fellowship and meet some of our ministry leaders. You can register at Fellowshipconway.org/register. Fellowship on the Lawn | September 11 | 4:30 p.m.Bring your camp chairs, blankets, and tents to enjoy time in community with the entire Fellowship Family. The kids will be able to enjoy two different inflatable play areas. Three food trucks: ‘Ol Barts, Big D's Dogs, and Taco Local will offer adult meals from $8-15 and kid meals from $4-6, complete with a main course, side, and drink. The food trucks will be ready to serve at 4:30 p.m. Free Kona Ice will be served for everyone from 5:30-6:30 PM. Grab some friends and join us for Fellowship on the Lawn. Fellowship Young Adults | August 30 | 6:00-8:00 PMFellowship Young Adults exists to make disciples among those aged 23-29 looking for the next step in their spiritual growth as they enter the workforce or pursue higher education. We hope to meet the unique needs and challenges of this age group. We will gather Tuesday evenings from 6:00-8:00 pm in the Fireside Room at Fellowship. We will enjoy a meal together, pray together, study the Scriptures together and live life together to encourage one another towards a deeper relationship with Christ. In addition to these weekly meetings, we will worship with the greater body of Fellowship Bible Church on Sunday mornings at 9:00 am or 10:45 am and quarterly find opportunities to serve the greater Conway community and our church. Please reach out to Andrew Stauffer if you have any questions - astauffer@fellowshipconway.org. Precepts Women's Study: Revelation 1-3We will study Jesus' letters to the seven churches, and how it still speaks to the Church today. Tuesdays, beginning September 6, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Cost is $20. Details from Mindy at the Connection Center or at fellowhipconway.org/register. Deadline to sign up is today. Message Slides

Ruth: Faithful LIVING in a HOSTILE World "Down at the Threshing Floor" (Part 1)(RUTH 3:1-18)For bulletin in PDF form click here.Message SlidesStrategic Riteousness - PiperIntegrity and ִHesed - YoungerThe Messager of Ruth - RossMatchmaker, Matchmaker (3:1-6)God Often Uses Risky Plans with Honorable Peopleto Accomplish His Purpose.• Naomi: A risky plan with an honorable man is worth trying (3:1-4).• Ruth: A risky plan from an honest woman is worth trying (3:5-6). Make Me a Match (3:7-14)God Helps the Needy through the Gracious Provision of Others.• Ruth: Trusting God's plan for gracious provision is often risky (3:7,9,14).• Boaz: Responding to a request to generously provide is often surprising (3:8, 10-15).Find Me a Find, Catch Me a Catch (3:16-18)Resting in the Providence of God Often Requires Patient Waiting.• Ruth: Resting in the providence of God requires observation (3:16-17). • Naomi: Resting in the providence of God requires patience (3:18).Waiting to find rest in the providence of God is often risky and surprising.Next Steps • Discuss with someone how you determine what is feasible, faith, and foolish. • Why is waiting for God's provision so hard but so worth it? When have you experienced this? When have you gotten impatient and messed it up? • Is there a place in your life where you are being asked to be an instrument of God's grace to someone else? What are you doing about it?This Week's Growth GuideGod's Word is both central and critical to your spiritual growth. We invite you to utilize the Growth Guide during the week to further your application of the Truth from the message.•. Monday - Acts 1:1-11• Tuesday - Acts 1:12-26•. Wednesday - Acts 2:1-13•. Thursday - Acts 2:14-37•. Friday - Acts 2:38-47FinancesWeekly Budget 31,390Giving For 07/ 31 25,607Giving For 08/0 7 25,050YTD Budget 188,338YTD Giving 145,005 OVER/(UNDER) (43,333) Generations CampaignTotal Pledge 1,535,065Received-to-date 1,650,825Get Connected in a Home Church Fellowship's desire is for everyone to be relationally connected. The primary way we do this is in Home Churches – small groups that meet in living rooms to apply God's Word, pray, and to serve together. Stop by the Home Church table in the Atrium and let us help you get connected. For more information go to fellowshipconway.org/homechurchNew to Fellowship?We are so glad that you joined the Fellowship Family to worship this morning. If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you. Please fill out the “Connect Card” and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift. Fellowship Kids School Year Session | August 21- May 28 Do you have a heart to see our kids develop a relationship with Jesus? Come join us as we partner with our families in leaving a legacy of faith. We have a place for you whether behind the scenes or face to face. Interested? Contact Heather Fulmer at hfulmer@fellowshipconway.orgFellowship Women's Retreat - September 23-25Shepherd of the Ozarks - Relax…Recharge…Reconnect - Hear women in our church body talk about God's faithful, reliable love working in their lives. Early registration is $125 through September 4. Regular registration is $140 through September 11. Register at fellowshipconway.org/register. For questions, email Lesta Eberhard at leberhard@fellowshipconway.org.Precepts Women's Study: Revelation 1-3We will study Jesus' letters to the seven churches, and how it still speaks to the Church today. Tuesdays, beginning September 6, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Cost is $20. Details from Mindy at the Connection Center or at fellowhipconway.org/register. Come experience Downline this fall! August 30 Nine Months That Will Change Your Life - Fellowship partners with Downline to equip our people to make disciples. Downline is now taking applications for next year's class that kicks off on August 30th. Apply now while space and time remain. Get more information or apply at DownlineConway.com/apply. Griefshare | August 20 - NOvember 19GriefShare is a support group that meets weekly here at Fellowship Saturdays, 10-12 Noon. The 12-week class is $20 and will be from August 20-November 19. For more information contact Joe and Mary Garner at 469-556-8962.

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In this episode, we talk about the phenomenon of Filipino American second generation Christians leaving their home churches. This relates to what has been coined as the "silent exodus", the phenomenon of Asian churches losing its next generation. This is a hot and sensitive topic for many Filipino American churches who have gone through this. We talk about why it happens and touch on some possible solutions. We created this podcast to talk about anything and everything relating to Filipino American Christianity. Please follow, rate, share and subscribe!

Ps. Steve and Ps. Esther encouraged us to be followers of Jesus living by faith and not just do the good things of Christianity as a routine. We are called to obey Jesus - to move when He tells us to move and stay where He tells us to stay. We are invited to join the journey of becoming Home Churches.

Romans: The Foundations of Faith "The Struggle"(Romans 7:13-25)For a bulletin in PDF form click here. PDF of Slides Introduction: "Who am I? Let's get real."The Law WorksThe law reveals and highlights the sinfulness of sin.(Romans 7:13) • The law exposes sin (7:13a).• The law highlights the sinfulness of sin (7:13b).I Am ConflictedThe law has no ability to help us grow spiritually.(Romans 7:14-20) • The law is spiritual but I am sinful (7:14-17).• My sinful nature is unable to conquer sin (7:18-20).A Battle RagesI am hopeless apart from the provisions of Jesus Christ. (Romans 7:21-25)• I have divided loyalties (7:21).• A battle rages within me (7:22-24).• Victory is available in Jesus Christ our Lord (7:25).While I am neither totally good nor totally bad,I will never grow spiritually by determination of my own will.Next Steps• Take a realistic inventory of yourself (neither totally good or totally bad).• Look to the provisions of Jesus Christ for victory over sin.• Set your mind of the things of God (His Word, His Work, and His Will.)Home ChurchOur Home Churches meet weekly to facilitate quicker relational depth, study the same passage taught Sunday to help apply Scripture in the context of community, and pray with one another. Home Church helps our body seek God’s best for one another. Home Church Questions • How has everyone done through the holidays? • What are your top concerns as you move into a new year? • Read Romans 7:13-25.• What was the main point of the message this week?• In what way does this passage strike you as being very realistic?• Does a passage like this encourage you or discourage you? Why?• What makes the battle with sin more intense in your experience?• What things make you more likely to give into your sinful nature (flesh)?• What things make you more likely to submit to the will of God?• Paul makes his "mind" a central issue at the end of this passage. Why is that important?Fellowship 101 We invite you to join us for a morning to learn more about Fellowship. This is a great opportunity to learn about our mission, values, and ministries. If you’re new to Fellowship, mark your calendars for Sunday, January 24, 9:00 a.m. (conference room) to hear what God is doing and where He is taking us. During this time you will get to meet some of our ministry leaders and ask questions that will help you in your search for a home church. We’re excited to meet you! New to Fellowship?We are so glad that you joined the Fellowship Family to worship this morning. If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you. Please fill out the “Connect” section of your bulletin, tear it off, and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift. Home Church Launching in 2021At Fellowship, our Home Churches are the lifeblood of our community. In a Home Church you will build deep relationships with other believers because of your mutual bond to Jesus Christ, as you study God’s Word, pray together, and serve alongside one another. We believe that God intended for people to live in community and we want to encourage you to be a part of our Home Church ministry launching in January 2021. Questions? Contact Michael Harrison mharrison@fellowshipconway.org. Girlfriend’s Bible Study - One study, two optionsStart the new year off with God’s Word and in community with other women. The Girlfriend’s ministry is providing two opportunities to grow in Scripture and in fellowship. Author, Heather Harrison, has published a new study on Colossians that will drive women further in their walk with the Lord. We will offer the study via Zoom Thursday evenings starting January 21 from 7:00-8:00 PM. Also, an in person option begins January 27 at noon, here at Fellowship (masks required). You can sign up for either option by going to fellowshipconway.org/register. Books are available online through Amazon. Child care by RSVP to Shann@conwaycorp.net Christmas OFferingThank you for your faithful giving to the 2020 Christmas Offering. To date, the total received is $42,147. Renewal Ranch has received $10,000 to invest in the lives of men overcoming addiction. Our partners in Nicaragua have been blessed with $2,000. Finally, the rest of what has come in has been applied to the Generations mortgage to help keep payments as low as possible and maximize funding ministry into the future! DownlineThank you Fellowship Conway for hosting the Downline Conway Institute this year! For the past 4 months 27 people from 14 different Conway churches have been gathering at Fellowship to walk through the Bible from Genesis to Revelation and be further equipped as disciple makers in our churches, homes, and communities. As we kick off the second half of the year in the 2020-21 Downline Institute we wanted to pause to say thank you to Fellowship Conway for being such a great host church and partner in ministry. If you are interested in learning more about being a part of the 2021-22 Downline Institute that will kick off in August 2021 we are now accepting applications at downlineconway.com/apply.FinancesWeekly Budget 25,962Giving For 12/27 29,301Giving For 01/03 29,912YTD Budget 700,962YTD Giving 745,636Over 44,674 Generations CampaignTotal Pledge 1,655,662Received-to-date 1,537,893

Romans: The Foundations of Faith "The Function and Failure of the Law"(Romans 7:7-12)For the bulletin in PDF form click here. PDF of SlidesThe Purpose of the Law - PentecostChasing Rainbows, Self-improvement, and other Failed Pursuits - Swindoll Introduction: "Suddenly I have an urge to juggle machetes." • (5) PEACE with God! • (6) UNION with Christ! • (7) FREEDOM from Law! • (8) LIFE in the Spirit!The Function of the LawThe law reveals and highlights our sinfulness.(Romans 7:7-12)• The law exposes sin (7:7).• The law is used by sin to increase sinful desire (7:8).• The law produces death (7:9-11).• The law is a part of God's plan (7:12-12).The Failure of the LawThe law has no ability to help us grow spiritually.(Romans 7:7-13)• The law cannot keep me from sinning (7:8).• The law cannot produce life (7:9-11).The law never brings life,it always cooperates with sin to bring death.Next Steps • Put the law in its proper place with a focus on grace. • Prioritize falling in love with Jesus in 2021. • Monday - Romans 6:1-14• Tuesday - Romans 6:15-23• Wednesday - Romans 7:1-6• Thursday - Romans 7:1-12• Friday - Romans 7:13-25FinancesWeekly Budget 25,962Giving For 12/20 31,014Giving For 12/27 29,301YTD Budget 675,000YTD Giving 716,657 over 41,657 Generations Campaign Total Pledge 1,654,062Received-to-date 1,524,075Click Here if you would like to give a gift.To make a gift or a commitment to Generations, you can click Here. Fellowship 101 We invite you to join us for a morning to learn more about Fellowship. This is a great opportunity to learn about our mission, values, and ministries. If you’re new to Fellowship, mark your calendars for Sunday, January 24, 9:00 a.m. (conference room) to hear what God is doing and where He is taking us. During this time you will get to meet some of our ministry leaders and ask questions that will help you in your search for a home church. We’re excited to meet you! Click here to registerNew to Fellowship?We are so glad that you joined the Fellowship Family to worship this morning. If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you. Please fill out the “Connect” section of your bulletin, tear it off, and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift. Home Church Launching in 2021At Fellowship, our Home Churches are the lifeblood of our community. In a Home Church you will build deep relationships with other believers because of your mutual bond to Jesus Christ, as you study God’s Word, pray together, and serve alongside one another. We believe that God intended for people to live in community and we want to encourage you to be a part of our Home Church ministry launching in January 2021. Questions? Contact Michael Harrison mharrison@fellowshipconway.org. Christmas Offering Thank you for your contributions to the Christmas Offering. If you haven’t been able to contribute there’s still time to help the following 3 areas - Renewal Ranch, Puerto Cabezas, and the Generations Campaign. You can put your gift in an envelope found at the Connection Center, give online, or drop by the ministry office later this week. End of the Year GivingWe are thankful for the generosity of the Fellowship Family, especially during a global pandemic. If you want any contributions to count for 2020, gifts need to be received by the ministry office by noon on December 31, online by 11:59 pm, or postmarked by Dec 31, 2020. Looking forward to a great 2021.Perspectives | January 18 - May 10, 2021 | 2nd BaptistGod has a “world-sized” role for every Christian in His global purpose. Whether people go to distant countries or stay at home is a secondary issue. The primary issue is what most people are hungry to discover: vision to live a life of purpose. Discovering that vision makes this course valuable, and perhaps crucial, for any Christian. To sign-up or to learn more about this great opportunity, go to https://www.perspectives.org.

The Good News of Christmas"For All People"(Luke 2:10)For the bulletin in PDF form, click here. But the angel said to them,“Do not be afraid. I bring you good newsthat will cause great joy for all the people."The Old Testament PreviewGod chose Abraham to father a nation and bless the whole world.Genesis 12:1-3The New Testament InaugurationJesus Christ brings redemption and joy to the whole world.Luke 2:10The Example of Jesus Jesus Christ brings salvation to all people up and down the social spectrum.The Gospel of LukeThe Model of the ChurchThe early church took the message of salvation to all people around the known world.The Acts of the Apostles The Great Commission of JesusJesus Christ sends us to take the gospel to all nations.Matthew 28:16-20 The unified purpose of God throughout history isto bring glory to Himself by declaring the message of salvationthrough faith in Jesus Christ to everyone in the entire world.Next Steps • Get your fingerprints on the Great Commission. • Prioritize your spiritual growth in 2021. This Week’s Growth GuideGod’s Word is both central and critical to your spiritual growth. We invite you to utilize the Growth Guide during the week to further your application of the Truth from the message.• Monday - Genesis 12:1-9• Tuesday - Psalm 98• Wednesday - Acts 1:1-9• Thursday - Revelation 7:1-17• Friday - Matthew 28:16-28Fellowship 101 We invite you to join us for a morning to learn more about Fellowship. This is a great opportunity to learn about our mission, values, and ministries. If you’re new to Fellowship, mark your calendars for Sunday, January 24, 9:00 a.m. (conference room) to hear what God is doing and where He is taking us. During this time you will get to meet some of our ministry leaders and ask questions that will help you in your search for a home church. We’re excited to meet you! Text ‘101’ to 501-434-4449 for more information. New to Fellowship?We are so glad that you joined the Fellowship Family to worship this morning. If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you. Please fill out the “Connect” section of your bulletin, tear it off, and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift. Home Church Launching in 2021At Fellowship, our Home Churches are the lifeblood of our community. In a Home Church you will build deep relationships with other believers because of your mutual bond to Jesus Christ, as you study God’s Word, pray together, and serve alongside one another. We believe that God intended for people to live in community and we want to encourage you to be a part of our Home Church ministry launching in January 2021. Questions? Contact Michael Harrison mharrison@fellowshipconway.org. Perspectives | January 18 - May 10, 2021 | 2nd BaptistGod has a “world-sized” role for every Christian in His global purpose. Whether people go to distant countries or stay at home is a secondary issue. The primary issue is what most people are hungry to discover: vision to live a life of purpose. Discovering that vision makes this course valuable, and perhaps crucial, for any Christian. To sign-up or to learn more about this great opportunity, go to https://www.perspectives.org.Christmas Offering Thank you for your contributions to the Christmas Offering. If you haven’t been able to contribute there’s still time to help the following 3 areas - Renewal Ranch, Puerto Cabezas, and the Generations Campaign. You can put your gift in an envelope found on a seat near you, give online, or drop by the ministry office later this week. Holiday Ministry Office HoursThe minstry office will be open until noon on December 31 and closed January 1. End of the Year GivingWe are thankful for the generosity of the Fellowship Family, especially during a global pandemic. If you want any contributions to count for 2020, gifts need to be received by the ministry office by noon on December 31, online by 11:59 pm, or postmarked by Dec 31, 2020. Looking forward to a great 2021.FinancesWeekly Budget 25,962Giving For 12/06 82,000Giving For 12/13 20,108YTD Budget 623,077YTD Giving 656,342over 33,265Generations CampaignTotal Pledge 1,640,882Received-to-date 1,505,878

For bulletin in PDF form click here. The Good News of Christmas”Great Joy"(Luke 2:10)But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good newsthat will cause great joy for all the people.Joy - The Baker Illustrated Bible DictionaryJoy - the Bible Project(mp4)Joy - the Bible Project WebsiteThe Bible and JoyFull joy is found in the future, but tastes are available now.The focus of joy is in the future (Revelation 19:7).This life provides glimpses of real joy (Ecclesiastes 3:12-13, et al).Joy is most often found in the presence of God (Psalm 16:11).Jesus and Great JoyThe ministry of Jesus is full of joy.There is great joy at the birth of Christ (Matthew 2:10).There is great joy during the life of Christ (Luke 13:17).There is great joy at the resurrection of Christ (Luke 24:41, 52).Christians and JoyThe joyful Christian is full of faith, hope and love. Faith: Joy is directly connected to faith (1 Peter 1:3-7)Hope: Joy rests on a foundation of hope (Romans 15:13).Love: Joy grows out of love as a fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23). Jesus brings great joy because He accomplishes our redemptionand brings us into the presence of God.Next Steps • Enjoy the gifts of God in this life. • Anticipate full joy in the life to come. FinancesWeekly Budget 25,962Giving For 12/06 82,000Giving For 12/13 20,108YTD Budget 623,077YTD Giving 656,342over 33,265 Generations CampaignTotal Pledge 1,640,882Received-to-date 1,505,878Click Here if you would like to give a gift.To make a gift or a commitment to Generations, you can click Here. Christmas Offering Today This morning we will collect our 2020 Christmas Offering. We are excited to see how God will use the money collected to impact three areas - Renewal Ranch • Puerto Cabezas • Generations Campaign You can put your gift in an envelope found on a seat near you, give online, or drop by the ministry office later this week.fellowshipconway.org/christmas2020.New to Fellowship?We are so glad that you joined the Fellowship Family to worship this morning. If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you. Please fill out the “Connect” section of your bulletin, tear it off, and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift. Christmas Eve Candlelight Service Invite someone to experience Christmas at Fellowship at our Candlelight Christmas Eve service, 5:00 p.m. here at Fellowship or online at 6:00 pm. Both services will be meaningful as we celebrate Christ together. Fellowship’s online service can be viewed on our website, Youtube, and Facebook. Fellowship 101Get to know Fellowship better by understanding our mission, values, and ministries. Join us Sunday, January 24, 9:00 a.m. in the conference room during 1st service, to hear about what God is doing and where He is taking us. During the hour and a half, you will get a chance to ask questions and meet some of our ministry leaders. Text ‘101’ to 501-434-4449 for more information. Home Church Launching in 2021At Fellowship, our Home Churches are the lifeblood of our community. In a Home Church you will build deep relationships with other believers because of your mutual bond to Jesus Christ, as you study God’s Word, pray together, and serve alongside one another. We believe that God intended for people to live in community and we want to encourage you to be a part of our Home Church ministry launching in January 2021. Questions? Contact Michael Harrison mharrison@fellowshipconway.org. Perspectives | January 18 - May 10, 2021 | 2nd BaptistGod has a “world-sized” role for every Christian in His global purpose. Whether people go to distant countries or stay at home is a secondary issue. The primary issue is what most people are hungry to discover: vision to live a life of purpose. Discovering that vision makes this course valuable, and perhaps crucial, for any Christian. To sign-up or to learn more about this great opportunity, go to https://www.perspectives.org. Holiday Ministry Office HoursThe minstry office will be closed December 24, December 25 and January 1. The ministry office will be open until noon December 31.

The GOOD NEWS of ChristmasBut the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people.”(Luke 2:10)For Bulletin in PDF form click here. For teaching slides click here. Prophet Christ reveals God’s truth for all humanity. PriestChrist’s sacrifice enables reconciliation with God. KingChrist rules in our lives and will reign forever. The good news that was announced, ultimately brings glory to God and provides peace between us and God.Next Steps • Surrender your life to the authority of King Jesus. • Ask someone to share their journey of faith with you. This Week’s Growth GuideGod’s Word is both central and critical to your spiritual growth. We invite you to utilize the Growth Guide during the week to further your application of the Truth from the message.• Monday - John 1:1-14• Tuesday - Hebrews 1:1-4, 4:14-16• Wednesday - Colossians 1:15-20• Thursday - Ephesians 1:3-23• Friday - Luke 2:1-20FinancesWeekly Budget 25,962Giving For 11/29 16,550Giving For 12/06 82,000YTD Budget 597,115YTD Giving 636,234(under) 39,119 Generations CampaignTotal Pledge 1,635,154Received-to-date 1,499,237Click Here if you would like to give a gift.To make a gift or a commitment to Generations, you can click Here. Christmas Offering Our elders have determined our annual Christmas Offering will address three areas this year. First, we will provide $10,000 to Renewal Ranch, a vital ministry partner of Fellowship that has suffered financially during this COVID season. Next, we were made aware of some major needs in Puerto Cabezas, Nicaragua due to two hurricanes hitting within weeks. In response, the elders have decided to add $2,000 to send in support of our Nicaragua partners. Finally, we will put Fellowship on strong financial footing by fulfilling the remaining $130,000 of the Generations campaign before we go to permanent financing February, 2021. Together, we can make a difference now and into the future by giving to the Christmas Offering. To be part, go to fellowshipconway.org/christmas2020.New to Fellowship?We are so glad that you joined the Fellowship Family to worship this morning. If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you. Please fill out the “Connect” section of your bulletin, tear it off, and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift. Fellowship’s Angel TreeFellowship, thank you for providing gifts for the annual Angel tree. If you signed up to help a family, please deliver your gifts here to Fellowship by 12:00 today.Christmas Eve Candle light Service Invite someone to attend and experience Christmas at Fellowship at our Candlelight Christmas Eve service, 5:00 p.m. here at Fellowship. If you are not able to join us in person, we will have a online service at 6:00 pm. Fellowship 101Get to know Fellowship better by understanding our mission, values, and ministries. Join us Sunday, January 24, 9:00 a.m. in the conference room during 1st service, to hear about what God is doing and where He is taking us. During the hour and a half, you will get a chance to ask questions and meet some of our ministry leaders. Text ‘101’ to 501-434-4449 for more information. Home Church Launching in 2021At Fellowship, our Home Churches are the lifeblood of our community. In a Home Church you will build deep relationships with other believers because of your mutual bond to Jesus Christ, as you study God’s Word, pray together, and serve alongside one another. We believe that God intended for people to live in community and we want to encourage you to be a part of our Home Church ministry launching in January 2021. Questions? Contact Michael Harrison mharrison@fellowshipconway.org. Perspectives | January 18 - May 10, 2021 | 2nd BaptistGod has a “world-sized” role for every Christian in His global purpose. Whether people go to distant countries or stay at home is a secondary issue. The primary issue is what most people are hungry to discover: vision to live a life of purpose. Discovering that vision makes this course valuable, and perhaps crucial, for any Christian. To sign-up or to learn more about this great opportunity, go to https://www.perspectives.org.

For digital bulletin in PDF form click here. Fo sermon slides in PDF form click here.The Good News of ChristmasLuke 2:10Angelic Appearance Angelic Command The Good News of Christmas is that because of the hope we have in Jesus, we have nothing to fear. Next Steps • I will spend time focusing on the assured hope in Jesus this Advent season. • • My fear will be met with trusting prayer to my faithful God. This Week’s Growth GuideGod’s Word is both central and critical to your spiritual growth. We invite you to utilize the Growth Guide during the week to further your application of the Truth from the message.• Monday - Joshua 1:7-9• Tuesday - 2 Timothy 1:6-14• Wednesday - Proverbs 3:5-6• Thursday - Psalm 119:65-72• Friday - Psalm 23FinancesWeekly Budget 25,962Giving For 11/22 28,708Giving For 11/29 16,550YTD Budget 571,154YTD Giving 554,234 (under) (16,920) Generations CampaignTotal Pledge 1,631,854Received-to-date 1,494,242Christmas Offering Our elders have determined our annual Christmas Offering will address three areas this year. First, we will provide $10,000 to Renewal Ranch, a vital ministry partner of Fellowshipthat has suffered financially during this COVID season. Next, this week we were made aware of some major needs in Puerto Cabezas, Nicaragua due to two hurricanes hitting within weeks. In response, the elders have decided to add $2,000 to send in support of our Nicaragua partners. Finally, we will put Fellowship on strong financial footing by fulfilling the remaining $130,000 of the Generations campaign before we go to permanent financing February, 2021. Together, we can make a difference now and into the future by giving to the Christmas Offering. To be part, go to fellowshipconway.org/christmas2020.New to Fellowship?We are so glad that you joined the Fellowship Family to worship this morning. If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you. Please fill out the “Connect” section of your bulletin, tear it off, and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift. Fellowship’s Angel TreeFellowship’s annual Angel Tree, sponsored by the Girlfriend’s Ministry, will be assisting local families by partnering with the Conway Fire Department’s Christmas Boot Drive (benefiting families in need identified through Conway Public Schools). Tags are available today and can be picked up at the Angel Tree in the atrium. Take a tag, scan the QR code or type in the web address and you will see all the items that are needed this Christmas. Please return your gifts by Sunday, December 13th at noon. Thank you for serving families right here in our own community. Fellowship 101Get to know Fellowship better by understanding our mission, values, and ministries. Join us Sunday, January 24, 9:00 a.m. in the conference room during 1st service, to hear about what God is doing and where He is taking us. During the hour and a half, you will get a chance to ask questions and meet some of our ministry leaders. Text ‘101’ to 501-434-4449 for more information. Home Church Launching in 2021At Fellowship, our Home Churches are the lifeblood of our community. In a Home Church you will build deep relationships with other believers because of your mutual bond to Jesus Christ, as you study God’s Word, pray together, and serve alongside one another. We believe that God intended for people to live in community and we want to encourage you to be a part of our Home Church ministry launching in January 2021. Questions? Contact Michael Harrison mharrison@fellowshipconway.org. Perspectives | January 18 - May 10, 2021 | 2nd BaptistGod has a “world-sized” role for every Christian in His global purpose. Whether people go to distant countries or stay at home is a secondary issue. The primary issue is what most people are hungry to discover: vision to live a life of purpose. Discovering that vision makes this course valuable, and perhaps crucial, for any Christian. To sign-up or to learn more about this great opportunity, go to https://www.perspectives.org.

Romans: The Foundations of Faith“A New Relationship”(Romans 7:1-6)For bulletin in PDF form click here. Message Slides Introduction: The Benefits of Salvation in Romans 5-8 • (5) PEACE with God! • (6) UNION with Christ! • (7) FREEDOM from Law! • (8) LIFE in the Spirit! The PrincipleThe law has no authority over a dead person. (Romans 7:1) The IllustrationA widow is free to marry another if her husband dies. (Romans 7:2-3) The ApplicationChristians are no longer subject to the lawbut led and empowered by the Holy Spiritto live a life pleasing to God.(Romans 7:4-6) Christians are no longer in a binding relationship to the lawbut freed to grow in a new relationship with Jesus Christ.Next Steps • Make a definitive decision to stop measuring your spiritual life by rules. • Engage your mind (knowing the truth) and heart (deepening your affections) to pursue your spiritual life as a set of relationships (worshiping the Father, falling more in love with the Son, and led by the Holy Spirit.) This Week’s Growth GuideGod’s Word is both central and critical to your spiritual growth. We invite you to utilize the Growth Guide during the week to further your application of the Truth from the message.• Monday - Romans 6:1-14• Tuesday - Romans 6:15-23• Wednesday - Romans 7:1-6• Thursday - Romans 7:7-12• Friday - Romans 7:13-25FinancesWeekly Budget 25,962Giving For 11/15 21,616Giving For 11/22 28,708YTD Budget 545,192YTD Giving 537,684(under) (7,508) Generations CampaignTotal Pledge 1,631,049Received-to-date 1,492,697Click Here if you would like to give a gift.To make a gift or a commitment to Generations, you can click Here. Christmas Offering | Generations | Renewal Ranch Our elders have determined our annual Christmas Offering will address two areas this year. First, we will provide $10,000 to Renewal Ranch, a vital ministry partner of Fellowship that has suffered financially during this COVID season. Second, we will put Fellowship on strong financial footing by fulfilling the remaining $150,000 of the Generations campaign before we go to permanent financing in February, 2021. Together, we can make a difference now and into the future by giving to the Christmas Offering. To be part, go to fellowshipconway.org/christmas2020. New to Fellowship? We are so glad that you joined the Fellowship Family to worship this morning. If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you. Please fill out the “Connect” section of your bulletin, tear it off, and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift. Join us at our next Fellowship 101 where you get to hear all about the church, ministries, and meet some of our leaders – January 24, 2021 at 9 am. Fellowship’s Angel TreeFellowship’s annual Angel Tree, sponsored by the Girlfriend’s Ministry, will be assisting local families by partnering with the Conway Fire Department’s Christmas Boot Drive (benefiting families in need identified through Conway Public Schools). Tags are available today and can be picked up at the Angel Tree in the atrium. Take a tag, scan the QR code or type in the web address and you will see all the items that are needed this Christmas. Please return your gifts by Sunday, December 13th at noon. Thank you for serving families right here in our own community. Perspectives | January 18 - May 10, 2021 | 2nd BaptistGod has a “world-sized” role for every Christian in His global purpose. Whether people go to distant countries or stay at home is a secondary issue. The primary issue is what most people are hungry to discover: vision to live a life of purpose. Discovering that vision makes this course valuable, and perhaps crucial, for any Christian. To sign-up or to learn more about this great opportunity, go to https://www.perspectives.org. Operation Christmas ChildOn Sunday, December 13 we will put a bow on National Collection Week as we share and celebrate the total number of boxes packed at Fellowship, as well as our River Valley Area! You won’t want to miss it! Home Church Launching in 2021At Fellowship, our Home Churches are the lifeblood of our community. In a Home Church you will build deep relationships with other believers because of your mutual bond to Jesus Christ, as you study God’s Word, pray together, and serve alongside one another. We believe that God intended for people to live in community and we want to encourage you to be a part of our Home Church ministry launching in January 2021. Questions? Contact Michael Harrison mharrison@fellowshipconway.org or visit the website www.fellowshipconway.org/homechurch.

The teaching from Sunday can be a great launchpad for us to engage in  our discipleship with Jesus. Remember that our faith was meant to be lived out in community and take these questions to one of our Home Churches, talk them out with your family at home, or find a couple of close friends and work through them.   CONVERSATION STARTER Describe a time when other people really helped you celebrate something meaningful. DIGGING DEEPER God is always inviting us to change.  Share one time God invited you to change something that seemed difficult but afterwards you don’t know how you lived differently? Can you think of a time the good news, really made sense to you in a new or different way? Have you gotten new insight or perspective on the good news more than one time? Can you think of a time you were inspired to grow because of what you heard happening in the church somewhere else? Parent/Caregiver tip:  Have a conversation as a family about how God doesn’t just want a relationship with us but with every family, every person!  Then spend some time praying for one family that you know and for the churches in a nearby town. GOD’S STORY Read & answer the questions together - Colossians 1:3-6, Can you think of anyone who you would pray for in the way of this passage? What would it be like to know someone was praying for you that way? Is God inviting us to share our “hope” in a new way this week? GROWING TOGETHER- (In groups of 3-4) Is there one way we can support you by checking in or following up in the coming week as you seek to become more like Jesus or just in general? CONNECTING PRAYER In your small huddles answer the following questions and pray for each person after they share ending the prayer with the included blessing. What is one thing you are: grateful for, anxious about?   As you _______ go out into the world may you freely find peace in God’s forgiveness, may you find healing from the pain of sin, and may you find that forgiveness for others is easier as God helps you to forgive as freely as  He has forgiven you.  AMEN

THis week Nashville Vineyard announced a transition to a Home Church model. In this sermon, we look at the Kingdom of God, and why we feel we can better live that out in our Home Churches.

In the season ahead, Restoration is transitioning to a network of Home Churches across the city. In this message, Justin lays out the vision behind this, calling us to bloom where we are planted. (Jeremiah 29:5-7)

As church looks very different during the COVID-19 crisis, we take a look at how we can identify with the global church and what church looks like across the world most of the time. Clarity is a year-long experience to help our Church see Jesus clearly. Join us this year by engaging daily in scripture reading, weekly devotionals & questions, and seasonal family discipleship. Pick up a book at a Fellowship worship service or visit clarity2020.org to access the content digitally or subscribe to receive the devotionals weekly by email.

Kevin Leininger of the News-Sentinel joins to discuss Gov. Holcomb's Stay At Home order, the impact coronavirus has had on churches, an aviation museum and his column on historic preservation. 3-25-2020 Pat Miller Program

Message Notes December 29, 2019 | Teacher: Michael Harrison Sermon slides - click here ADVENT 2019 PEACE NOW AND FOREVER Present PeaceIsaiah 9:6-7 The Prince of Peace is coming into the world. Promised PeaceJohn 14:25-28Jesus promises to give us His peace through the Holy Spirit. Persevering PeaceJohn 16:29-33 We have Peace in Jesus to sustain us through this broken world. The God of Peace has made a way through Jesus Christ to give us peace in this life and usher us into ultimate peace at Jesus’s second coming.Next Steps• Thank God for the Peace that comes through the Gospel. • Commit to living a life marked by God’s peace by longing for Christ, who is our PEACE.This Week’s Growth GuideGod’s Word is both central and critical to your spiritual growth. We invite you to utilize the Growth Guide during the week to further your application of the Truth from the message.• Monday - Isaiah 9:1-7• Tuesday - John 14:15-31• Wednesday - John 16:17-33• Thursday - Galatians 5:16-26• Friday - Colossians 1:1-23Join a Home ChurchHome Church, Fellowship’s small group ministry, is all about three things – relationships, spiritual growth, and serving. Returning the week of January 12th with 27 small groups, containing over 350 people, Home Church has a place for YOU! Home Church is all about Spiritual Growth. Spiritual growth is a key component of our Home Church Ministry. Home Churches are sermon based which means on a weekly basis, groups are spending time opening the scriptures and applying what was taught on Sunday morning. We believe the Word of God can transform how we think about God, our daily lives and the way we engage the world around us. Being together regularly also provides opportunities to pray for one another as we trust God and build our faith in community. Fellowship’s desire is that everyone who calls Fellowship home connect relationally in a Home Church. For more information stop by the Connection Center after service or online at fellowshipconway.org/homechurch.End of Year Giving Thank you for another year of faithful giving. For gifts to be counted towards your 2019 taxes, they will need to be postmarked no later than December 31 or brought to the ministry office by noon on December 31. You can make donations online up to midnight on New Year’s Eve as well. AT FELLOWSHIP Home churchHome church is Fellowship’s small group ministry where believers can come together in a safe and comfortable setting while building deeper relationships. Groups, consisting of 10-16 people, meet weekly for prayer, study, and service. Home Church launches January 12, 2020. Find more details at fellowshipconway.org/homechurch. Get Equipped - For all equipping opportunities go to fellowshipconway.org/equipping • Art of Marriage - January 5, 2020 during the 10:45 am service (cost $12). • Disciplines of Grace - January 5, 2020 during the 10:45 am service. • Financial Peace - January 20, 2020 at 6 pm (cost $99). Childcare provided. • Art of Parenting - January 20, 2020 at 7 pm (cost $12). Childcare provided. Fellowship 101 | January 26Get to know Fellowship better by understanding our mission, values, and ministries. Join us Sunday, January 26, 9:00 a.m., in the conference room during 1st service, to hear about what God is doing and where He is taking us. You will have a chance to ask questions, and meet some of our ministry leaders. Contact Michael at mharrison@fellowshipconway.org. Girlfriend’s Spring Bible Studies | Sign-ups begin January 5 • “David: Seeking a Heart Like His” by Beth Moore. Tuesday nights, January 21 - April 7th, 6:30 - 8:30 pm, Team Room #100 (Office Suite) Child care provided by RSVP to Shann@conwaycorp.net • “Heaven” by Randy Alcorn, a 7 - week DVD study and discussion. Tuesdays, January 21 - March 3, 12 - 1 pm, Fireside Room. Child care provided by RSVP to Shann@conwaycorp.netMinistry Center Warming Center | January 12-18Fellowship once again has the opportunity to minister to Faulkner County’s homeless population in partnership with the Ministry Center. We will do this by providing a meal every evening, as well as have two women and two men spend the night with those who are taking shelter during the night. To register go to https://tinyurl.com/roda246 or stop by the Connection Center. International Friendship Outreach New International Students attending UCA will be arriving January 1 - January 4th. Families are needed to host 1 or 2 students for a night, 2 nights, or 3 nights. Please contact Miseon at mseong11@gmail.com or501-205-9207. FinancesWeekly Budget 25,650Giving For 12/08 18,974Giving For 12/15 41,935YTD Budget 666,901YTD Giving 652,906 Over (under) (13,995)Generations CampaignTotal Pledge 1,579,182Received-to-date 1,273,333Click Here if you would like to give a gift.To make a gift or a commitment to Generations, you can click Here.

Message Notes November 3, 2019 | Teacher: Ken Wilson Message SlidesMessage Resources WITNESSES: The Spread of the Gospel in the Book of ActsTroas: Paul the Pastor(Acts 20:1-16)Sticky TeamsEffective ministry leaves a legacy of careand a team of workers to carry the ministry into the future.(20:1-6)Long-winded PreachersSharing the Word of God in the context of relationshipsis the foundation for spiritual health.(20:7-12)Priority ChoicesWitnesses must make hard choicesconsistent with God’s call on their lives.(20:13-16) Lessons for Witnesses: Witnesses, often working with teams, focus on the Word of God and prioritize His calling.Next Steps• I will get on a ministry team or develop a team for my ministry.• I will commit to regular, personal, applicational time in the Word of God.• I will seek God for His clear calling on my life.This Week’s Growth GuideGod’s Word is both central and critical to your spiritual growth. We invite you to utilize the Growth Guide during the week to further your application of the Truth from the message.• Monday - Romans 16:1-27• Tuesday - Colossians 4:7-18• Wednesday - Luke 17:11-17• Thursday - Acts 9:36-43• Friday - Acts 21:17-38Home ChurchOur Home Churches meet weekly to facilitate quicker relational depth, study the same passage taught Sunday to help apply Scripture in the context of community, and pray with one another. Home Church helps our body seek God’s best for one another. Home Church Questions • Read Acts 20:1-16. • What was the main point of the message this week? • Was there anything new, interesting, insightful, or even unclear from the message? • What was your main takeaway from this week’s message? • Discuss when you have worked on a ministry team that was very fulfilling. • Discuss when you have worked on a ministry team that was challenging. • Why are ministry teams important in the moment and for the future? • What is your time in the Word of God like? What are your “best practices?” • What is God calling you to right now? What steps can you take to make it a reality? What do you need to do, and not do?AT FELLOWSHIP Operation Christmas Child Kick-OFFOur 2019 Operation Christmas Child season is in full swing! Your involvement in Operation Christmas Child is one of the easiest ways to place your fingerprints, or the fingerprints of your children, on the great things God is doing across the world. These shoeboxes are Gospel opportunities, and used by God in church planting, multi-generation discipleship, and changing the lives of entire villages across the world. Would you consider how many boxes you and your family might be called to pack? Visit our website at https://www.fellowshipconway.org/occ for more information about how to get involved.NEXT (College and young adults) lunch | TODAYJoin us for lunch TODAY following 2nd Service! Our college and young adult ministry (NEXT) will be served an amazing lunch by one of Fellowship’s Home Churches. If you’re between 18 and 25 looking for biblical community, or just hungry, join us for lunch. For more information contact Zach Benton, College & Young Adult Pastor, zbenton@fellowshipconway.org. Girlfriends Gathering | November 7 | 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. Leadership - - Expand your influence - - Facilitated by Cathy LeeDo you have influence in another person’s life? Then you are a leader! This session will define leadership using a simple model to help you assess yourself and your effectiveness. You’ll leave with clear action steps for growing your influence. Join us Thursday, November 7, 6:30-8:00 p.m. at 11 Meadow Vista (home of Cathy Lee). Child care by RSVP to shann@conwaycorp.net. OCC NATIONAL COLLECTION WEEK NOVEMBER 18-25Sign-up today at our table in the atrium or online at https://tinyurl.com/yyhvz549. We need lots of people serving in a variety of ways to make this year’s collection week a success. NEW PODCASTFellowship has a new podcast where you can get caught up on our current sermon series. Open your podcast app and search for “Fellowship Bible Church of Conway.” Then hit subscribe and make sure to continue the journey through Acts even if you miss a week. Dedication Sunday | November 24The culmination of Operation Christmas Child happens Sunday, November 24th, during the 9:00 and 10:45 am services. Fellowship will gather together (Kindergarten and older) to worship and celebrate all that God has done during the OCC season. We will have a time of dedication through prayer during both services. Bring the whole family to ask the Lord to use all the Gospel opportunities in the room to further His Kingdom. You will not want to miss this Sunday! Men’s MusterEarly Bird Sign-up has begun! Men, mark your calendar (April 17-19, 2020) Get on board now to save money on your Muster registration. Contact Andy at men@fellowshipconway.org for more information. Click Here if you would like to give a gift.To make a gift or a commitment to Generations, you can click Here.FinancesWeekly Budget 25,650Giving For 10/20 28,386Giving For 10/27 25,410YTD Budget 461,701YTD Giving 437,893 Over (under) (23,808)Generations CampaignTotal Pledge 1,580,582Received-to-date 1,244,236

Message Notes October 27, 2019 | Teacher: Ken WilsonMessage Slides WITNESSES: The Spread of the Gospel in the Book of ActsEphesus: Community Impact(Acts 19:23-41) The World In Which We LiveShow Me the MoneyThe transforming power of the gospelis a threat to the values of the world.(19:23-27)Caught Up in a CauseThere is a danger to living in a world where uninformed hostility toward the gospel abounds.(19:28-34)Calmer Heads PrevailThe world has nothing to fearfrom the transforming power of the gospel.(19:35-41)Lessons for Witnesses:Witnesses must patiently exercise wisdomin the midst of a hostile world threatenedby the transforming power of the gospel.Next Steps• Evaluate whether or not your life is a challenge to anyone around you. In what way is it a challenge? • Evaluate with a close friend whether you are patient or rash in your reactions when others misunderstand you.• Determine to trust God with your future rather than taking matters into our own hands. This Week’s Growth GuideGod’s Word is both central and critical to your spiritual growth. We invite you to utilize the Growth Guide during the week to further your application of the Truth from the message.• Monday - 2 Timothy 3:1-9• Tuesday - 2 Peter 3:3-7• Wednesday - Matthew 24:1-14• Thursday - Matthew 24:15-25• Friday - Acts 20:1-16 Home ChurchOur Home Churches meet weekly to facilitate quicker relational depth, study the same passage taught Sunday to help apply Scripture in the context of community, and pray with one another. Home Church helps our body seek God’s best for one another. Home Church Questions • Read Acts 19:23-41.• What was the main point of the message this week?• Was there anything new, interesting, insightful, or even unclear from the message?• What was your main take-away from this week’s message?• Discuss the condition of our world.• Discuss the condition of our nation.• Discuss the condition of our city.• How should we then live?At FellowshipOperation Christmas Child Kick-OFFOperation Christmas Child season is in full swing and we are in need of MORE shoeboxes. If you have any shoeboxes (no flip tops), would you consider donating them? You can use any kind of shoebox to pack your items--plastic, GO box, wrapped, flip-top--as long as it is not wrapped closed. The GO Store, located in Downtown Conway, is the perfect place for you to buy approved items to put in your box for a fraction of the cost of retail. That means, if you plan to pack 1 box, you might be able to pack 2 or 3 boxes for the same amount! We need MANY volunteers for OCC Collection Week, November 18 - 25, so please visit the Fellowship app on your phone and click the OCC icon to sign up or visit the website and click on the OCC menu. Fellowship 101 | November 3 | 9:00 a.m.Get to know Fellowship better by understanding our mission, values, and ministries. Join us Sunday, November 3, 9:00 a.m., in the conference room 1st service, to hear about what God is doing and where He is taking us. During the hour and a half, you will get a chance to ask questions, and meet some of our ministry leaders. For more information contact Michael at mharrison@fellowshipconway.org. NEXT (College and young adults) lunch | November 3 Join us for lunch Sunday, November 3 following 2nd Service! Our college and young adult ministry (NEXT) will be served an amazing lunch by one of Fellowship’s Home Churches. If you’re between 18 and 25 looking for biblical community, or just hungry, join us for lunch. For more information contact Zach Benton, College & Young Adult Pastor, zbenton@fellowshipconway.org. Dedication Sunday | November 24The culmination of Operation Christmas Child happens Sunday, November 24th during the 9:00 and 10:45 am services. Fellowship will gather together (Kindergarten and older) to worship and celebrate all that God has done during the OCC season. We will have a time of dedication through prayer during both services. Bring the whole family to ask the Lord to use all the Gospel opportunities in the room to further His Kingdom. You will not want to miss this Sunday!Men’s MusterEarly Bird Sign-up has begun! Men, mark your calendar (April 17-19, 2020) Get on board now to save money on your Muster registration. Contact Andy at men@fellowshipconway.org for more information or come see us at the Connection Center in the Atrium after each service. Home Church Get connected, join a small group! Fellowship continues to connect people in relationship through our small group ministry called Home Church. Contact Michael Harrison at mharrison@fellowshipconway.org to get connected. Daylight Saving Time - Fall Back Make sure to “Fall Back” an hour Saturday, November 2nd. If you find yourself forgetting and show up an hour early, we will have hot coffee ready for you. Click Here if you would like to give a gift.To make a gift or a commitment to Generations, you can click Here.FinancesWeekly Budget 25,650Giving For 10/13 10,433Giving For 10/20 28,386YTD Budget 436,051YTD Giving 412,483 Over (under) (23,568)Generations CampaignTotal Pledge 1,580,572Received-to-date 1,221,251

Message Notes October 20, 2019 | Teacher: Ken WilsonMessage Slides WITNESSES: The Spread of the Gospel in the Book of ActsEphesus: Flourishing Ministry(Acts 19:1-22) Ephesus: Now and ThenJohn’s DisciplesWhile our spiritual journeys may vary,everyone who believes in Jesus receives the same Holy Spirit.(19:1-7)Paul’s MinistryThe ministry of witnesses continues in varied contextswith God’s support regardless of the response.(19:8-12)False MinistryFalse witnesses will always appearbut ultimately will be exposed.(19:13-16)Ministry ImpactThe gospel transforms communities.(19:17-20)Paul’s PlansThe ministry of a witness is never finished.(19:21-22) Lessons for Witnesses:Witnesses to the transforming message of life in Jesusare faithful to their calling, no matter what happens. Next Steps• I will evaluate the effectiveness and impact of my witness. • I will take steps to continue in the calling God has given me. This Week’s Growth GuideGod’s Word is both central and critical to your spiritual growth. We invite you to utilize the Growth Guide during the week to further your application of the Truth from the message.• Monday - Ephesians 1• Tuesday - Ephesians 2-3• Wednesday - Ephesians 4-5• Thursday - Ephesians 6• Friday - Acts 19:23-41Home ChurchOur Home Churches meet weekly to facilitate quicker relational depth, study the same passage taught Sunday to help apply Scripture in the context of community, and pray with one another. Home Church helps our body seek God’s best for one another. Home Church Questions • Read Acts 19:1-22. • What was the main point of the message this week? • Was there anything new, interesting, insightful, or even unclear from the message? • What was your main takeaway from this week’s message? • How do you understand and experience the ministry of the Holy Spirit in your life? Is it always the same? Is it the same for everyone? • How do you know when it is time to “move on?” • So, handkerchiefs and aprons were taken to the sick, and evil spirits left them and they were healed. How do we apply this? • Do verses 13-16 have any influence on how you understand verses 8-12? • Talk about how the context of Ephesus is essential for understanding what happened there. How does Ephesians 6:10-20 help fil in our understanding of this passage in Acts? • If God demonstrated His transformingpower differently in different communities, how do we expect Him to “show up” in our lives? AT FELLOWSHIPOperation Christmas Child Kick-OFF - Today is the day – we are officially launching the 2019 Operation Christmas Child collection season! Today you can start picking up your wrapped shoeboxes, today you can start packing, today you can start praying, today you can start signing up to work in our Central Drop Off, today is the day you can start recruiting your family, neighbors and co-workers to fill boxes. Today is the day and this is the opportunity that God has prepared in advance for us. Filled boxes need to be turned in during National Collection Week November 18-25. As we charge forward toward our goal of 6,001 shoeboxes, “Let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works.” Hebrews 10:24.Fellowship 101 | November 3 | 9:00 a.m.Get to know Fellowship better by understanding our mission, values, and ministries. Join us Sunday, November 3, 9:00 a.m., in the conference room 1st service, to hear about what God is doing and where He is taking us. During the hour and a half, you will get a chance to ask questions, and meet some of our ministry leaders. For more information contact Michael at mharrison@fellowshipconway.org. NEXT (College and Young Adults) Lunch | November 3 Join us for lunch Sunday, November 3 following 2nd Service! Our college and young adult ministry (NEXT) will be served an amazing lunch by one of Fellowship’s Home Churches. If you’re between 18 and 25 looking for biblical community, or just hungry, join us for lunch. For more information contact Zach Benton, College & Young Adult Pastor, zbenton@fellowshipconway.org. Dedication Sunday | November 24The culmination of Operation Christmas Child happens Sunday, November 24th during the 9:00 and 10:45 am services. Fellowship will gather together (Kindergarten and older) to worship and celebrate all that God has done during the OCC season. We will have a time of dedication through prayer during both services. Bring the whole family to ask the Lord to use all the Gospel opportunities in the room to further His Kingdom. You will not want to miss this Sunday!Men’s MusterEarly Bird Sign-up has begun! Men, mark your calendar (April 17-19, 2020) Get on board now to save money on your Muster registration. Contact Andy at men@fellowshipconway.org for more information or come see us at the Connection Center in the Atrium after each service. Home Church Get connected, join a small group! Fellowship continues to connect people in relationship through our small group ministry called Home Church. Contact Michael Harrison at mharrison@fellowshipconway.org to get connected. Daylight Saving Time - Fall Back Make sure to “Fall Back” an hour Saturday, November 2nd. If you find yourself forgetting and show up an hour early, we will have hot coffee ready for you. Click Here if you would like to give a gift.To make a gift or a commitment to Generations, you can click Here.FinancesWeekly Budget 25,650Giving For 10/06 39,088Giving For 10/13 10,433YTD Budget 410,401YTD Giving 384,097 Over (under) (26,304)Generations CampaignTotal Pledge 1,580,037Received-to-date 1,217,229

Message Notes September 8, 2019 | Teacher: Ken wilsonSermon Slides WITNESSES: The Spread of the Gospel in the Book of ActsPrison: A Fearless and Faithful Ministry(Acts 16:16-40) An Exorcism of a Trafficked Girl Who Knows the TruthThe Gospel brings salvation and freedomto those in bondage.(Acts 16:16-18)A Kangaroo Court Protecting The ProfitsOpposition to the Gospelis often popular and profitable.(16:19-24)A Jailhouse Revival Reaching an Entire FamilyThe Gospel will save your lifeand impact your family.(16:25-34)A Strategic ResolutionGod’s rescue does not alwaysunfold the way we would like.(16:35-40)Lessons for Witnesses:The power of the Gospel brings release from bondage, freedom from fear, salvation from death, transformation to families, and purpose for suffering.Next Steps• Have you been freed by the gospel of Jesus Christ?• Is the gospel having an impact in your life and your family?• Is Jesus worthy of your suffering? This Week’s Growth GuideGod’s Word is both central and critical to your spiritual growth. We invite you to utilize the Growth Guide during the week to further your application of the Truth from the message.• Monday - Mark 5:1-20• Tuesday - Luke 8:26-39• Wednesday - Romans 8:18-27• Thursday - Romans 8:28-39• Friday - Acts 17:1-9Home ChurchOur Home Churches meet weekly to facilitate quicker relational depth, study the same passage taught Sunday to help apply Scripture in the context of community, and pray with one another. Home Church helps our body seek God’s best for one another. Home Church Questions • Read Acts 16:16-40. • What was the main point of the message this week? • Was there anything new, interesting, insightful, or even unclear from the message? • What was your main take-away from this week’s message? • What do you know about human trafficking? • In what way is the gospel a threat to human trafficking? • Where do you see growing government opposition to the gospel? How should we respond? • This passage is as clear as it gets when it comes to the gospel. What are the essentials of presenting gospel truth? What must a person do to be saved? • What do you think happened with the baptism of the whole household? Does this verse teach infant baptism? Do you think only adults were baptized? • Why were they baptized so quickly (no confirmation class)? • Why did Paul not appeal to his Roman Citizenship earlier? • How much suffering have you had to endure for the sake of the gospel?At Fellowship Fellowship 101 | September 15 | 9-10:30 a.m.Get to know Fellowship better by understanding our mission, values, and ministries. Join us Sunday, September 15, 9:00 a.m., in the conference room (new building ) during 1st service, to hear about what God is doing and where He is taking us. During the hour and a half, you will get a chance to ask questions and meet some of our ministry leaders. Contact Michael at mharrison@fellowshipconway.org.Home church Get connected, join a small group! Fellowship continues to connect people in relationship through our small group ministry called Home Church. Home Churches meet weekly in homes to study, pray, and serve together. Stop by our display in the Atrium after service to get connected. NEXT Launching If you are between 18 and 25, looking for biblical community, we have a place for you! After second service today lunch will be provided by one of our small groups which is always great food! Then, join us Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. for worship, teaching, and small groups. Meet our college and young adult pastor, Zach Benton, in the Atrium at the NEXT table after service or email at zbenton@fellowshipconway.org. Equipping MinistryLots of classes on a variety of topics are launching in the next few weeks, including - Marriage, Doctrine, Financial Peace, Bible Study Methods, Spiritual Disciplines, and Apologetics. Choose the class that will further your spiritual growth and invest in your relationship with God this Fall. Join us in the Atrium after service, or check out all the classes at https://www.fellowshipconway.org/equipping.Girlfriends Retreat - Ferncliff Conference Center, October 11-13Do you long to get away from everyday responsibilities and take time to worship God and connect with other women? You need this! Discounted early bird registration starting at $105 from now through September 15. Registration cost starts at $120 from September 16 through September 30. For more info contact Lesta at lestae@gmail.com. Sign-up at the Connection Center or online. Father - Son Camp Out Today is the final day to sign-up. Fathers and their sons, grades K-12, are invited to the woods on Friday evening and Saturday, Sept 13-14, for the Father-Son Camp Out. Register at fellowshipconway.com/register for more information. Fellowship Kids Baptism Class - Starting today - Second ServiceIf your child has placed their faith in Christ, we would love for you to join us for this four week class. This is a class for you and your child to attend together as we discuss the character of God, salvation, baptism and spiritual disciplines. If you are interested, email Heather at hmckinney@fellowshipconway.org.OCC Packing Party PrepThe OCC team would like to invite anyone free during the day to join us for our last shoebox item prep on Wednesday, September 11, from 9-noon in Equipping Room #2101. The Special Pack is quickly approaching and we are looking forward to being prepared for that evening.OCC Packing PartyMark your calendars now! The 2019 Operation Christmas Child Special Packing party will be Tuesday, September 17th, from 6-9. You don’t want to miss this fun and eternally significant night as we pack 2400 gospel opportunities. Men’s Muster Early Bird Sign-up has begun! Men, mark your calendar (April 17-19, 2020) and get onboard now to save money on your Muster registration. Go to https://www.fellowshipconway.org/mens-ministry for more information. FinancesWeekly Budget 25,650Giving For 8/25 22,723Giving For 9/01 25,085YTD Budget 256,500YTD Giving 226,801Over (under) (29,699)Generations CampaignTotal Pledge 1,579,152Received-to-date 1,177,149Click Here if you would like to give a gift.To make a gift or a commitment to Generations, you can click Here.

Message Notes September 1, 2019 | Teacher: Ken wilsonMessage Notes WITNESSES:The Spread of the Gospel in the Book of ActsPhilippi: A Wealthy Woman Worshipper(Acts 16:11-15) Philippi: No Little PlacesGod uses strategic places.(Acts 16:11-12)• Straightforward Obedience (16:11)• Roman Colony (16:12a)• Leading City (16:12b)Lydia: No Little People God uses strategic people.(16:13-15)• A Place for Prayer (16:13)• A Woman who Worships (16:14)• A Household of Hospitality (16:5)Lessons for Witnesses:God uses willing people in strategic placesto accomplish His purpose and spread the gospel.Next Steps• God wants to use you. How?• God wants to use you where you are. How? This Week’s Growth GuideGod’s Word is both central and critical to your spiritual growth. We invite you to utilize the Growth Guide during the week to further your application of the Truth from the message.• Monday - Philippians 1• Tuesday - Philippians 2• Wednesday - Philippians 3• Thursday - Philippians 4• Friday - Acts 16:16-40Home Church Our Home Churches meet weekly to facilitate quicker relational depth, study the same passage taught Sunday to help apply Scripture in the context of community, and pray with one another. Home Church helps our body seek God’s best for one another. Home Church Questions • Read Acts 16:11-15. • What was the main point of the message this week? • Was there anything new, interesting, insightful, or even unclear from the message? • What was your main take-away from this week’s message? • If you could live anywhere in the world, where would it be? • Is there anything that you know right now is an area where God has been clear and straightforward where obedience is required? • What are you doing to advance the gospel right now? • Why is prayer a constant challenge for Christians? • What have you learned about prayer that has helped you move closer to the kind of prayer life you would like to have? • What prayer disciplines have been helpful for you? • Who has shared the gift of hospitality with you? What does true hospitality look like?At Fellowship Fellowship 101 | September 15 | 9-10:30 a.m. Get to know Fellowship better by understanding our mission, values, and ministries. Join us Sunday, September 15, 9:00 a.m., in the conference room (new building ) during 1st service, to hear about what God is doing and where He is taking us. During the hour and a half, you will get a chance to ask questionsand meet some of our ministry leaders. Contact Michael at mharrison@fellowshipconway.org.Home Church Launch Fellowship continues to connect people in relationship through our small group ministry called Home Church. Home Churches meet weekly in homes to study, pray, and serve together. Stop by our display in the Atrium after service to get connected. NEXT Launching Anyone between 18 and 25 looking for biblical community? We have a place for you! Join us Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. for worship, teaching, and small groups. Meet our college and young adult pastor, Zach Benton, in the Atrium at the NEXT table after service or email at zbenton@fellowshipconway.org. Equipping MinistryLots of classes on a variety of topics are launching next week, including - Parenting, Discipleship, Financial Peace, and The Story Project. Choose the class that will further your spiritual growth and invest in your relationship with God this Fall. Join us in the atrium after service, or check out all the classes at https://www.fellowshipconway.org/equipping.Girlfriend’s Chili, Chocolate, and Chihuahuas - September 7, 6 p.m. For ten years, the Girlfriend’s Ministry at Fellowship has connected women to God and to one another. We are celebrating by going back to where it all started with an event called Chili, Chocolate, and Chihuahuas. The evening will be filled with good food, great people, and a movie. You will not want to miss gathering with other women to celebrate all God has done and will do among the women at Fellowship. Childcare provided by RSVP to shann@conwaycorp.net. Sign-up at the Connection Center. Girlfriends Retreat - Ferncliff Conference Center, October 11-13Do you long to get away from everyday responsibilities and take time to worship God and connect with other women? You need this! Discounted early bird registration $105 from August 18 to September 15. For more info contact Lesta at lestae@gmail.com. Sign-up at the Connection Center. Father - Son Camp Out Fathers and their sons, grades K-12, are invited to the woods on Friday evening and Saturday, Sept 13-14, for the Father Son Camp Out. For more information go to fellowshipconway.com/register. For questions email men@fellowshipconway.org. Fellowship Kids Baptism Class - September 8, 15, 22, 29 - Second ServiceIf your child has placed their faith in Christ, we would love for you to join us for this four week class. This is a class for you and your child to attend together as we discuss the character of God, salvation, baptism and spiritual disciplines. If you are interested, email Heather at hmckinney@fellowshipconway.org.OCC Packing PartyMark your calendars now! The 2019 Operation Christmas Child Special Packing party will be Tuesday, September 17th from 6-9. You don’t want to miss this fun and eternally significant night as we pack 2400 gospel opportunities. Men’s Muster Early Bird Sign-up has begun! Men, mark your calendar (April 17-19, 2020) and get onboard now to save money on your Muster registration. Go to https://www.fellowshipconway.org/mens-ministry for more information.FinancesWeekly Budget 25,650Giving For 8/18 19,952Giving For 8/25 22,723YTD Budget 230,850YTD Giving 201,716Over (under) (29,134)Generations CampaignTotal Pledge 1,578,642Received-to-date 1,173,031Click Here if you would like to give a gift.To make a gift or a commitment to Generations, you can click Here.

The Trinity was the first small group - being a Christian means being in community. Ahren talks about our vision for small groups. Click below for more details on Home Churches and small groups currently meeting ! https://ovv.ca/what-we-do/ovvconnect-small-groups

Mattie Kennedy

Today in the basement Preston is talking to Keith Giles. Most recently he is the author of Jesus Untangled: Crucifying Our Politics to Pledge Allegiance to the Lamb. The book dives into the relationship of Christianity and politics and even suggests that "the greatest threat to Christianity is American Christianity". Keith is also a part of a house church that gives away 100% of all offerings to the poor in their community.  You can follow Keith on twitter @keithgiles You can check out Keith's Blog Support Preston Support Preston by going to patreon.com Connect with Preston Follow him on Twitter @PrestonSprinkle Check out his website prestonsprinkle.com If you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leave a review.

This is a story about how Christian home churches are growing and overcoming in spite of spiritual and governmental opposition … Find out what God is doing in this Latin American country.

Our hope is to spend about 20 minutes every couple of weeks talking about the type of people we are becoming at Immanuel Baptist. This week we talk about our Home Churches and why they are critical to our discipleship as followers of Jesus.

2 Timothy 1.1-7

How is the church different today than the first century?, Essenes, Dead Sea Scrolls, Apostles = Ambassadors, "Swear not!", Health Care, Public Schools, Good ideas? Or contradiction of Christ?, Home Churches, Our message - The Gospel of the Kingdom, Christ and socialism, Do you love Christ? Or the IDEA of loving Christ?, Altars in the Church, Giving and sacrifice, Minister defined, His Church Credit Union, Elders from the families, The Congregation, Letters of Creedence, "Logos" = Word - but what does it mean?, Minister defind more, Excluded vs Exempted, "feed my sheep", Constantine and the Church, All gifts freely given, What the church is NOT, The rest of the plan - Guidelines 13-20.

Home Churches