1/25/10
The Journey/Bible Scholars
The Journey
John 8:2-11
Scripture for January 31
We may not want to admit it, but there are times we judge others. Perhaps someone does something wrong and we think badly of the person. Or we may base our judgment on a generalization that everyone should do things the way we do them. And if someone does something differently than we do, he or she must be wrong. We can judge people in our families, in our churches and even in the news. It can take only a second of our time to see that someone is wrong and judge that person in our minds. It can be something as simple as “I’d never do it that way” to “well that was dumb.” So, what do we do? We begin to notice how we judge others; how often we think that someone should do it our way. We take a look at ourselves because as we judge others, we are not coming from a place of grace. And Jesus taught us what grace is all about.
Well God, what if I am RIGHT, is that still judging someone? Oh, this is really difficult and I need Your help. Amen.
Trinity Bible Scholars
Answers based on the Gospel of John chapter 8.
1. Who did the scribes and Pharisees bring to Jesus? ______________________
2. Where was Jesus when they brought this person to him? _________________
3. Why did they bring this person to Jesus? ______________________________
4. What was so odd about the answer Jesus gave them? ___________________
5. What did Jesus give the woman? ____________________________________
1/19/10
The Journey and Trinity Bible Scholars
The Journey
Ruth 4:13-15
Scripture for January 24
We have so many relationships in our lives. We have relationships with family members, friends, co-workers and acquaintances. We are closer to some folks than others, that’s just the nature of relationships. If we ever took the time to count all the relationships we have, we would probably be surprised. Once in a while, we have a very special relationship with a family member or friend. And we just know we will walk side by side with that person, no matter what, even when it may not make much sense to the world. We’re in it for the “long haul.” What relationship(s) do you have that you know you’re in it for the long haul? Perhaps it’s a spouse or friend, co-worker or neighbor? How do you know you’ll be there for the person, no matter what? And even if there are difficulties, you know there will be always be a second chance for you and for the other person.
Thank you, God, for creating us to be in relationships. And thank you for showing us over and over again that second chances have always been part of Your plan. Amen.
Trinity Bible Scholars
January 24
Answers are in the Book of Ruth
1. Who was Naomi’s husband? ____________
2. How many sons did Naomi have? _______________
What happened to them? ______________________
3. Who was Ruth? _________________
4. Who did Ruth meet that Naomi thought could change their circumstances? _____________
5. What was the joy in Naomi’s life in chapter 4? _______________
Ruth 4:13-15
Scripture for January 24
We have so many relationships in our lives. We have relationships with family members, friends, co-workers and acquaintances. We are closer to some folks than others, that’s just the nature of relationships. If we ever took the time to count all the relationships we have, we would probably be surprised. Once in a while, we have a very special relationship with a family member or friend. And we just know we will walk side by side with that person, no matter what, even when it may not make much sense to the world. We’re in it for the “long haul.” What relationship(s) do you have that you know you’re in it for the long haul? Perhaps it’s a spouse or friend, co-worker or neighbor? How do you know you’ll be there for the person, no matter what? And even if there are difficulties, you know there will be always be a second chance for you and for the other person.
Thank you, God, for creating us to be in relationships. And thank you for showing us over and over again that second chances have always been part of Your plan. Amen.
Trinity Bible Scholars
January 24
Answers are in the Book of Ruth
1. Who was Naomi’s husband? ____________
2. How many sons did Naomi have? _______________
What happened to them? ______________________
3. Who was Ruth? _________________
4. Who did Ruth meet that Naomi thought could change their circumstances? _____________
5. What was the joy in Naomi’s life in chapter 4? _______________
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