February 6, 2026

Pray for Winter Weekend

Praise God we currently have over 170 students and leaders registered for our youth winter weekend retreat happening February 13-16, 2026 at Living Waters Retreat Center in Challis, ID. Be in prayer for hearts to be softened, souls to be saved, and relationships to be formed. 

Pray for Pastors Ben & Charlie in Uganda

Pastors Ben and Charlie have landed in Uganda late Friday (early Saturday). Please pray for Pastor Ben to effectively teach Genesis 12-50 to the men attending the Shepherd’s Training Center and as he preaches from their new church building on Sunday morning. Look forward to some Revival from the Bible episodes from Uganda!

Outreach and Missions Exhibition

Be sure to remind your Life Group about the Outreach and Missions Exhibition this Sunday, February 8. We'll have an exhibition in the Heritage Room with 14 tables of opportunities for our people to get involved in outreach and/or missions in 2026. We'd love to see a big kingdom impact this year! The exhibition will take place before first service and in the gaps between services.

Sunday’s Sermon:

How To Share the Gospel With Anyone

Ephesians 2:1-10

1. Read Romans 9:17. The message began and ended with the image of handing out "Tickets to Heaven". In what ways was this a helpful word picture for you? How does it connect to Romans 9:17?

2. Martin Luther said: “The first duty of the gospel preacher is to declare God’s Law and show the nature of sin.” Why is this a necessary place to begin before getting to the cross? What might happen if we move forward to Jesus' death before the lost grasp their own personal sin problem?

3. Read Isaiah 53:5-6 and 2 Corinthians 5:21. How do these verses describe the substitutionary atonement? How can you draw on these verses or these concepts to explain what happened on the cross?

4. Read 1 John 1:9 and consider Point 3 of the message. Why is it helpful to urge unbelievers to "beg God for mercy" along with calling them to "repent and believe"? How do confessing sins and seeking mercy go hand in hand?

5. Read John 3:3. Why is "birth" a good word picture of what happens at salvation?

January 30, 2026

Pray for the Women’s Event Tomorrow

Praise God we currently have over 370 women signed up for the Women’s Event tomorrow morning. Please be in prayer for Holly as she teaches about “New Creations” in 2 Corinthians 4 and 5 and for all the women attending.

Pray for Pastors Ben & Charlie in Uganda

Pastors Ben and Charlie will be leaving for Uganda Thursday, February 5th. Please intentionally be in prayer for them to have safe travels, for Pastor Ben as he teaches the men at the Shepherd’s Training Center from Genesis 11-50, and as he preaches at their new church building on Sunday, February 8th.

Encourage Involvement in the Outreach and Missions Exhibition

Next Sunday, February 8, our Sunday service will be on the theme of outreach and missions. Along with that, we'll have an exhibition in the Heritage Room with 14 tables of opportunities for our people to get involved in outreach and/or missions in 2026. We'd love to see a big kingdom impact this year! At Life Groups next week, please encourage your group members to go and to sign up for at least one thing. The exhibition will take place before first service and in the gaps between services.

Sunday’s Sermon:

Unashamed of the Gospel: A Mission Unlike Any Other

Romans 1:5-7

1. Read Romans 1:1-7. Think about the idea of being on the same team and having the
   same mission as the Apostle Paul. How does that excite you to serve the cause of the
   gospel?

2. Read 1 Peter 4:10. Why are we sometimes tempted to think of serving the cause of the
   gospel as a burden and not a gracious gift? Why is it so important to keep the right
   perspective here?

3. What are some of the biggest misconceptions you see in our culture regarding what the
   gospel is and how to respond to it? As you think through your gospel interactions, how
   can you work to be clear regarding these things?

4. Read Colossians 3:12-13. Through the church you are part of a community of “God’s
   chosen ones, holy and beloved.” How should that affect your attitude towards others in
   your church?

5. Read 1 Peter 1:17-21. How should the reality that you have been ransomed and set
   apart by the blood of Christ affect the way you think about your lifestyle and actions this
   week?

January 23, 2026

Life Group Leader Training Course

The Life Group Leader Training Course can be found here or by going to “Training” in the menu above. As a reminder, the plan is to have every Life Group leader watch the videos and then discuss them as a Core Group. If you need a reminder, here is your Core Group.

Future Life Group Leaders will go through the Training Course alone, but let’s take advantage of the Core Groups this year by growing together!

Each Core Group will get together, virtually or in-person, before the dates on the schedule. The dates and application questions for meeting one are on the Life Group Leadership Training Course page so you can easily find them in the future. You will receive group application questions for the remaining meetings later. 

Deacon Retreat Recordings

For anyone who missed the Deacon Retreat (or anyone who desires to go back and listen to something specific) the recordings for each session are here. 

Sunday’s Sermon:

Unashamed of the Gospel: A Message Unlike Any Other

Romans 1:2-4

1. What from this text/message most inspires growth in your wonder at the message of the gospel?

2. What from this text/message encourages you the most as a witness of the gospel? What are some specific ways these ideas could help you in evangelistic endeavors?

3. Read 2 Peter 1:19-21. What should it look like for you to “pay attention” to this unique book in both your own life and your evangelistic efforts?

4. Read Isaiah 9:6-7. How can these descriptions of Christ and his coming kingdom be an encouragement to you this week?

5. Read Romans 6:1-4. How should the resurrection change the way you think about sin and temptation? What are some specific ways this might apply this week?

January 16, 2026

See You Tonight – Revival Coffee Opens Early!

We are excited to see you tonight for the 2026 Deacon Retreat! We will enjoy some fantastic food brought to us by our newly minted Compass Catering Team (the entire church building smells like BBQ)! Revival coffee will open at 5:30 if you want to come early and enjoy! 

Sunday’s Sermon:

Unashamed of the Gospel: Welcome to Romans

Romans 1:1

1. Application questions coming soon.

January 9, 2026

Men’s Event Invite

Remind your Life Group men to register for our first Men's Breakfast of 2026 on Saturday, January 24! We’ll launch our new season of men’s ministry, with new theme and calendar of events and competitions for the 2026 Men’s Tournament Series!

Women’s Event Invite

Here is the description and registration to this upcoming event. Be sure to invite your Life Group ladies!

When someone becomes a Christian, what happens is not a minor change - it's a total transformation! She becomes a NEW CREATION. Throughout 2026, Compass Women will be exploring this theme by studying 2 Corinthians 4-5. The first event is Saturday, January 31, from 9-11:30am. We would love to have you join us as we seek to learn and live out what it means to be a new creation in Christ.

South Valley Cards of Encouragement Reminder

If you haven’t yet, please remind your Life Groups to write a note of encouragement for this Sunday per the message below!

January 11th will be a very special Sunday at Compass Treasure Valley. Not only will we be celebrating our 7th anniversary as a church with several baptisms, we will also be officially commissioning the team from Compass South Valley and sending them out from our congregation to prepare for their launch services on March 1st at Kuna High School. It will be an incredible opportunity to reflect on what God has done over the last seven years, as well as to step forward in faith into this new year by sending out a new church plant. One special way you can participate in this service is by bringing a note of encouragement for the Compass South Valley team, whether for the team as a whole or for specific members of the team. Let’s send them out with encouragement and faith as we anticipate what Jesus will do to build his church through this team.

Sunday’s Sermon:

A Gospel Good-Bye

1 Timothy 6:20-21

1. Read 1 Timothy 1:12-17. Clearly Paul gratitude for God’s grace to him was a powerful motivator in his ministry. How can God’s grace to you motivate you to engage in the process of making disciples?

2. Who are some people that you want to intentionally and prayerfully engage with the life-changing message of the gospel over the coming weeks and months?

3. In the context of a church with solid teaching, what will the differences be between someone externally conforming to a Christian sub-culture versus genuinely pursuing godliness from the inside out? How can you make sure you are doing the former and not the latter?

4. Read 2 Timothy 2:1. In what ways should the grace of God strengthen you for disciple-making ministry?

5. Spend extra time praying for the future ministries of Compass Treasure Valley AND Compass South Valley!

January 2, 2026

Cards of Encouragement for South Valley

The message below will be going out to the entire church via email and the bulletin this weekend. Life Group Leaders, be sure to remind your group to take advantage of this opportunity to bless those going on the church plant!

January 11th will be a very special Sunday at Compass Treasure Valley. Not only will we be celebrating our 7th anniversary as a church with several baptisms, we will also be officially commissioning the team from Compass South Valley and sending them out from our congregation to prepare for their launch services on March 1st at Kuna High School. It will be an incredible opportunity to reflect on what God has done over the last seven years, as well as to step forward in faith into this new year by sending out a new church plant. One special way you can participate in this service is by bringing a note of encouragement for the Compass South Valley team, whether for the team as a whole or for specific members of the team. Let’s send them out with encouragement and faith as we anticipate what Jesus will do to build his church through this team.

7th Anniversary Reflection & Prayer

We will be celebrating our 7th anniversary for CBCTV on January 11, 2026, commissioning the South Valley Church Plant, and celebrating with baptisms! This is a great time to spend some time reflecting and praising God for what He has done over these past seven years. With your spouse, set some time aside this week to reflect, praise God, and pray for what’s next!

Deacon Retreat - Prepare With Prayer

It is almost here - Deacon Retreat Friday, January 16th and Saturday, January 17th! Come hungry for good food, fellowship, and God’s Word. Before the retreat, spend some time in prayer, specifically asking God what it will look like to go “Further Up, Further In” as a Deacon of this church. Use this time in prayer to prepare your heart for what’s next. During the retreat we’ll be talking about what it looks like to keep making disciples, not taking our eyes off of the mission after planting our first church.

Reminder - Volunteer Ministry Fair

We will be having a Volunteer Ministry Fair January 18th since there are several new areas in which to serve. With many Life Groups jumping back into the normal swing of things this coming week, please encourage your LifeGroup members to sign up to serve in a ministry if they are not already plugged in somewhere.

Sunday’s Sermon:

How to Think About Wealth

1 Timothy 6:17-19

1. Read Proverbs 28:11. In what ways can riches lead toward temptations of pride? How
   can you fight against these?

2. Read Psalm 62:8-10. Whether you feel like you are wealthy or not, how can you actively
   not set your heart of riches for security but on God?

3. Read Acts 14:17 & 2 Corinthians 8:9. How should the incredible generosity of God
   transform the way you think about wealth and finances?

4. Read Matthew 6:19-21. How can you live out these verses in 2026? (If married, be sure
   to discuss this question with your spouse.)

5. While planning and saving can reflect godly wisdom, how should a Christian do these
   things in a way that is distinct from the world since our focus is not on this age but the
   age to come?

December 26, 2025

7th Anniversary

We will be celebrating our 7th anniversary for CBCTV on January 11, 2026, commissioning the South Valley Church Plant, and celebrating with baptisms! As the Deacons of this church, be praying for this weekend and for the South Valley team as they prepare for this next phase of the church planting process.

Life Groups – Prepare for More People

Life Group leaders, I (PC) will be preaching from Colossians 1:28-29 on Sunday. Part of the application of this sermon is calling everyone to get into a Life Group (see #3 below in the application questions). I imagine this might result in more people signing up for a Life Group after the first of the year. Prayerfully prepare your heart to receive more people. We will continue to work to raise up new leaders, to lead more groups, so that we can reduce the numbers per/group but this can often be a process since God continues to bring more people to CBCTV! Let’s be praying for everyone in our church to join a Life Group and engage in the work of fellowship and discipleship in 2026!

Volunteer Ministry Fair

We will be having a Volunteer Ministry Fair January 18th since there are several new areas in which to serve. Please encourage your LifeGroup members to sign up to serve in a ministry if they are not already plugged in somewhere.

Sunday’s Sermon:

Resolve To Present Others Mature in Christ

Colossians 1:28-29

1. Read Colossians 1:28. In what ways do you need to grow this year in order to pour into the lives of others more biblically (warning and teaching) and consistently? 

2. Read Colossians 1:29. Even though everyone is called to work hard, toiling and struggling to see everyone mature in Christ, this can be lived out in various ways depending on many factors. What will it look like for you to exhaust yourself to help others mature in 2026? 

3. If you are not in a Life Group, plan to join one. If you are in a Life Group, identify three ways that you can better contribute to the needs of the Life Group in 2026. 

4. Write out a list of specific prayers that you will pray in order to see the first two questions above accomplished. Commit to praying these prayers consistently this year. 

5. Read Philippians 2:4. Give an honest evaluation of how much you put others before yourself. What are your biggest barriers to living a life that reflects this verse?

December 19, 2025

Part-Time Student Ministry Admin

Deacons, we are currently searching for a part-time Student Ministry admin and wanted to share this with you. We’re prayerfully looking for someone in a stable season of life who is wired for administration, able to serve consistently, and interested in investing in this role for many years. This position is not intended as a stepping-stone into full-time ministry, but a vital support role for someone who excels in behind-the-scenes work and finds joy in helping the ministry run well. If you—or someone you know who may be a good fit—would like to apply or receive more information, please feel free to pass this along. You can access the application here: https://compassbible.churchcenter.com/people/forms/1115053.

Christmas Eve Services

As a reminder, the Christmas Eve service times this year are: 12:00, 1:45, and 3:30. Be sure to remind your Life Group of these times as they are different than last year.

Sunday’s Sermon:

The Life-Changing Incarnation of Jesus Christ

John 1:14-16

1. Read John 1:14. It’s very easy to become familiar with the story of Christmas. Why is
   the truth expressed in this verse so incredible? Why should this be more than merely
   interesting but also life-changing?

2. Read Psalm 138:1-2. As 2025 comes to a close, what are some ways you have seen the
   steadfast love and faithfulness of God this year? Take time to give God whole-hearted
   thanks for that.

3. Read John 12:42-43. In what ways might you be tempted to love the glory that comes
   from man more than the glory of God? Why is the glory that comes from man so
   dramatically inferior to the glory that comes from God?

4. Read 2 Corinthians 12:9-10. How can the all-sufficient, never-ending nature of God’s
   grace be an encouragement to you—especially in difficult situations?

5. How can you be intentional to point people to the glory of Christ this Christmas? As you
   consider this next year, how can you decrease so that Christ will increase?

December 12, 2025

Praise God for the Women’s Christmas Coffee Last Night

Praise God for the 462 women registered for the Christmas Coffee last night- “Joy of Every Longing Heart”. Please pray the gospel message presented by Pastor Ben takes root.

Register for the Deacon Retreat January 16-17

Please register for our annual Deacon Retreat on January 16-17. Similar to previous years, we will kick off the weekend with dinner at the church building starting at 6pm on Friday with a formal end time of 9pm (but feel free to stay and fellowship as long as you’d like). We will gather back up on Saturday at 8am for breakfast and training by the Pastors. In the registration you will be asked for your shirt size. Please note that the giveaway will be printed in both a men's and women's cut. Please register by Friday 12/20 to provide enough time for printing.

Sunday’s Sermon:

The Fuel of Faithful Ministry

1 Timothy 6:11-16

1. Read 1 Timothy 6:11. Focus on the last two traits recommended by this verse:steadfastness & gentleness. What are some difficult situations or relationships in your life where you need to display these virtues? How can the realities of eternal life & divine
   accountability help you cultivate these things?

2. Read 1 Timothy 6:12. How would your service to God improve in quality if you are truly holding onto the realities of eternal life and all that is yours in Christ?

3. Read 1 Timothy 1:15-16. As you look at this description of God in these verses, how is the character of God an encouragement to you? How does knowing who God is put fuel into your fight of faith?

4. Now how is this description of God a challenge or convicting to you? How can knowing who God is help you remain “unstained” and “free from reproach”?

5. Read 2 Corinthians 5:9-10. How can a sense of divine accountability bring a level of simplicity to your life? How will it help you to simply focus on “pleasing him” this week?

December 5, 2025

Pray for the Parades!

As our team gets in place at the Meridian Lights Paraade and prepares to worship along the parade route, serve the community with hot chocolate, invite people to church, and share the gospel please pray for them! There’s a chance of rain still tonight so please pray for the Lord to keep them dry and give them opportunities to engage in faithful ministry work!

Also pray for the same group as they seek to engage with the community at the Kuna Night Light Parade tomorrow night!

Deacon Retreat 2026

Please mark your calendars for our annual Deacon Retreat happening on Friday, January 16th-Saturday, January 17th. Similar to previous years, we will kick off the weekend with dinner at the church building starting at 6pm on Friday with a formal end time of 9pm (but feel free to stay and fellowship as long as you’d like). We will gather back up on Saturday at 8am for breakfast and training by the Pastors. We look forward to this time where we get to check in and train the deacons of the church.

Sunday’s Sermon:

Roots of False Teaching: Greed

1 Timothy 6:2b-10

1. Read Philippians 3:8. What in your life should show that you truly believe that Christ is more valuable (of “surpassing worth”) than anything else in this world?

2. Read 1 Timothy 6:8. In what ways might you be tempted to overlook the basic things that God has provided for you and focus more on things that are desires as opposed to needs? What are some of the ways God has provided for you for which you need to be more thankful this week?

3. Read Psalm 23:1 & Hebrews 13:5-6. How should the presence of God as your
   shepherd help you to put off the love of money and put on contentment?

4. Read 1 Timothy 6:9-10. What are some of the pains and senseless and harmful desires that the love of many can lead to in this life? In what ways might you be tempted into these things and how can you fight against them?

5. Read Luke 18:24. Why is it hard for a rich person to go to heaven? In what ways do you realistically guard yourself from wealth choking out your faith?

November 28, 2025

Deacons, We Are Grateful for You

Deacons,

We, the pastors, would like to take a moment to express our gratitude to you for who you are and all that you do. You truly live up to your title of servants. Our church can continue to grow without skipping a beat because of your tireless and faithful work to serve the body as church staff, Life Group leaders, and ministry leaders. We are privileged to serve alongside you, and we pray for many more years of God's blessings upon this church and this team as we continue to run for His glory. We hope you've had a wonderful Thanksgiving. We are incredibly thankful for you.

Rick Talcott “Finishing Life Well” Teaching

Our Financial Stewardship class was taught by a special guest last weekend. Rick Talcott served as the Business Administrator for Compass Bible Church Aliso Viejo (our sending church) for two decades, and he unpacked the importance of estate planning and other practical implications of preparing to finish life well as a godly steward. All are welcome to attend this session.

Life Group leaders, this class provides a unique opportunity to help your people gain some practical wisdom in this important area. Be sure to watch this important class yourself and then send this teaching to anyone you think may be interested.

Invite Women to the Christmas Event

Life Group leader ladies be sure to invite the women in your group a celebratory evening at “Joy of Every Longing Heart” on Friday, December 12th! This festive night will include original specialty coffee drinks plus dessert, a worship night and devotional message, as well as fellowship and raffle prizes! The event is from 6:30-9pm. Registration costs $3. Register here!

Sunday’s Sermon:

Roots of False Teaching: Arrogance

1 Timothy 6:1-10

1. Read Ephesians 4:11-16. How has God used the local church to help you grow indoctrinally rooted Christlikeness? How can you keep yourself focused on this goal andhelp this to remain the focus of your church or small group?

2. Read 1 Timothy 4:16. While this verse is specifically aimed at a pastor (Timothy), why is it important for every Christian to guard their lives and teaching? How can you be more vigilant in guarding yourself from error?

3. Read Isaiah 6:1-8. Why do you think humbling experiences before the holiness of God are a common experience for those God is preparing for service (think also of Moses at the burning bush in Exodus 3-4 and Peter with the great catch of fish in Luke 5)? Why is it impossible for arrogance and a truly high view of God to coexist?

4. Review the symptoms of arrogance mentioned in the sermon. Which one hits closest to home to you? What will greater humility look like in that specific area?

5. Read 1 John 4:7-12. What about the example of Christ should inspire the way that we love and serve others? What was so different about Christ as opposed to the other religious leaders of the day?

November 21, 2025

Finishing Well Financially

Our Financial Stewardship class will be taught by a special guest this weekend. Rick Talcott served as the Business Administrator for Compass Bible Church Aliso Viejo (our sending church) for two decades, and he will be unpacking the importance of estate planning and other practical implications of preparing to finish life well as a godly steward. All are welcome to attend this session.

Life Group leaders, this class provides a unique opportunity to help your people gain some practical wisdom in this important area. Be sure to invite anyone you think may be interested. We will follow up next week with a link to the teaching.

Men - Welcome Guests Tomorrow Morning

We love how our Life Groups participate in these events and how these events reinforce the community of these groups! While we love how these events provide opportunities for our groups to connect, we also want to be mindful that many will show up to these events that are not connected to a Life Group.

As a reminder, could you help us to to create a welcoming environment for these folks by doing a couple of things?

First, please be on the lookout for new people tomorrow morning. Observe those who seem to be by themselves or looking for a place to sit. Invite them into your group or connect them with another one (if that’s a better fit). Showing up early and greeting people in the lobby could be a great way to do this.

Second, please avoid saving tables by leaning all of the chairs up against the table. This does not present the most welcoming look for those who might be new. While it is certainly appropriate for your group to gather around a table or two, be aware that there may be an opportunity to minister to someone new or invite them to sit with you at your table.

Invite Your Group to the Meridian Lights Parade

We will be participating in the Meridian Winter Lights Parade on Friday, December 5th  from 6-8pm. Our church will once again have a parade float featuring our Compass Worship Band. This provides a great opportunity to serve as a Life Group or just hangout along the parade route for a time of fellowship.

Either way, be sure to send the registration to serve link to your Life Group so that we can have more volunteers to follow along with our Compass Kids Worship Team, hand out Christmas Eve service invites, or serve at our hot chocolate stand!

Sunday’s Sermon:

The King of the Earth

Psalm 47

1. Read Psalm 96:1-13. According to Psalm 96, why is God worthy of fear-driven worship? Using Psalm 96 as a template, prayerfully write out a personal “Psalm” to the Lord.

2. Read Psalm 47:1-2. How can you grow in joy-filled worship and service to God as your king?

3. Read Psalm 47:5-7 & 1 Corinthians 14:15. What truths can you meditate on to grow in praising God with your spirit and mind?

4. Read Hebrews 2:5-9. How can you grow in faithfulness as you await the day everything is in subjection to Christ?

5. Read Psalm 47:8-9. What will God’s all-encompassing future reign be like? How should knowing what God has in store for the future shape the way you live in the present?

November 14, 2025

Women’s Christmas Coffee Invite

Please encourage all your Life Group Ladies to attend and bring a friend to this special event! Come join us for a celebratory evening at “Joy of Every Longing Heart” on Friday, December 12 6:30-9pm with Compass Women! This festive night will include original speciality coffee drinks plus dessert, a worship night, and devotional message, as well as fellowship and raffle prizes! Registration costs $3.

Men’s Breakfast Invite

Men, encourage all your Life Group Gentlemen to attend the next Men’s Breakfast November 22. Our annual Pastors Q&A, come and ask any question you'd like of your pastors, and learn from the other questions and answers. Enjoy fellowship and worship as well. This event is free, and breakfast is included. 

Sunday’s Sermon:

A Different Kind of Worker

1 Timothy 6:1-2a

1. Read Romans 8:35-39. What are some of the difficult situations in your life that may tend to affect your attitude? How should a right understanding of the love of God change your perspective in these circumstances?

2. Read 1 Peter 2:21-25. How have you benefited from Christ enduring unfair treatment? How should his example help you when you are unfairly treated?

3. Read Matthew 5:14-16. How does your work cause other people to give God glory? How can your work grow in representing God and the gospel well?

4. Read Titus 2:9-10. Especially in a work-related context, how might you be most tempted to be argumentative or disagreeable? How can you work to represent God well in those moments?

5. Read 1 Timothy 6:2. In your occupation, whom is your work supposed to benefit? Whether that answer be bosses, customers, clients, or your own children, how can you focus on serving them well this week?

November 7, 2025

Pray for the Women’s Event!

Please take some time to pray for the women’s event tomorrow morning. Continue to pray for Kristina Matz’s health so that she can share this important message with the women without distraction. Please pray for the women to have hearts ready to glean wisdom for parenting from the book of Proverbs!

Announce the Worship Night

Life Group leaders, please encourage your LifeGroup to attend our Worship Night Friday, November 14 from 6:30-8:30. This evening will simply be a time to gather together, sing, pray, and focus our attention on God. Families are welcome, but please note there will not be childcare. Dessert and Coffee will be served.

Sunday’s Sermon:

The Importance of Faithful Leaders

1 Timothy 5:17-25

1. Read Philippians 1:25 & Hebrews 13:17. In what ways will you benefit from faithful pastors? How should this affect your attitude and actions as you seek out and participate in a faithful local church?

2. Read 1 Timothy 5:17. What can you do to show honor to pastors who have faithfully taught you the word in such a way that encourages them to continue to do the hard work of teaching?

3. Read 1 Corinthians 5:6-8. How can a little bit of sin affect a whole church? While this is
   especially true for leaders, how can it also be true for you? How should that affect the
   seriousness with which you deal with sin?

4. Read 1 Timothy 5:24-25. “Time and truth go hand in hand.” Think about how this
   statement can be both challenging and comfort. How should this reality affect your
   behavior this week?

5. Spend some extra time praying for your pastors with the prayer requests below.

October 31, 2025

Remind Your Life Group: One Week Until the Next Women’s Event!

Life Group Leader ladies, please remind your Life Group ladies to register for the next women’s event on Saturday, November 8 from 9:00-11:30am as we conclude our “Wisest of Women” series in the book of Proverbs! Throughout this book Solomon pleads with his son to get wisdom, and writes wise sayings that should shape our parenting. No matter the ages of your children, this teaching will instruct your life in wise living and encourage you in motherhood! Breakfast and coffee will be served.

Daylight Savings Time Ends

It’s more than likely that your phone does this for you, but just in case… don’t forget to set your clocks back one hour Saturday night!

Sunday’s Sermon: Caring for Widows

1 Timothy 5:3-16

1. Read Psalm 146:9. Take some time to consider this verse in the context of this whole Psalm. Why should the fact that God upholds the widow and the fatherless encourage you and grow you trust in the Lord?

2. Read James 1:27. What can you do to show special care for orphans, widows, or others who are truly in need?

3. Read 1 Timothy 5:4. What can be difficult about caring for an aging/widowed parent (or perhaps another family member that legitimately needs help), and how you can rightly work through those difficulties in order to please the Lord?

4. In what way can humbly serving others in their affliction prepare you for affliction of your own? How will this motivate you to actively show care for others?

5. Read 1 Timothy 5:13. What is some of the trouble that the sins in this verse can lead to? How can you work to avoid these errors?

October 24, 2025

Pray for the Men’s Retreat!

Don’t forget to pray for the men who are up at Quaker Hill at the 2025 Men’s Retreat, The Hunt! We’ve already heard of one man repenting and giving his life to Christ today! Pray for tonight’s third session, tomorrow’s fourth session, and for lasting fruit to come from this retreat as we head back tomorrow.

Sunday’s Sermon: The Pastor’s Job Description

1 Timothy 4:11-5:2

1. Read 1 Peter 5:1-4. While this verse is directed at pastors/elders, what does it teach you about the importance of being led by faithful shepherds? How does it encourage you to look for, pray for, and follow good pastors?

2. Read James 1:22-25. How can you respond to the biblical teaching you hear at church by being a doer and now a hearer only? What are the dangers of hearing good biblical teaching but not applying it?

3. Read 1 Timothy 4:15. Think through your own Christian life and ministry. In what ways would you like to show obvious progress? What kind of things do you need to practice
   and immerse yourself into to make that kind of progress?

4. Read 1 Timothy 4:12. Think through the five attributes listed in this passage. Who are some people that have set a good example for you in these things? In which of these
   ways would you most like to see your example improve?

5. Read Galatians 6:1-2. Why is it sometimes hard to restore others “with gentleness”? How can you work to come alongside others instead of beating them down?

October 17, 2025

Kids Running During Adventure Club

Life Group leaders, please encourage the parents in your group to keep their kids from running in the building before and after Adventure Club. Encourage them to not let their children run free in the auditorium, office space, or foyer at any time. Thanks!

Men's Deacon Pre-Retreat Prayer Meeting

Deacon Men, we’ll see you tomorrow for our pre-Men’s-Retreat prayer meeting. We will be meeting in the Heritage Room from 6-8pm. Dinner will be provided.

Sunday’s Sermon: The Goal of Godliness

1 Timothy 4:1-10

1.  Read Colossians 3:20-23. How might you be tempted to reduce godliness to mere external prohibitions? While some prohibitions may be wise and helpful, why is it
   important to keep the focus on your heart?

2. Read Ecclesiastes 5:18-20. How can you avoid the opposing errors of ascetism or hedonism? What are some things in your life you want to be intentional and thankful to enjoy to the glory of God this week?

3. Read 1 Timothy 4:6-7. What kinds of things take up too much of your attention and distract you from the truth in God’s Word that you are responsible for knowing? What
   can you do to give more of your attention to things that will truly nourish your soul?

4. Read 1 Timothy 4:10. Could the words “toil” or “strive” be accurately used to describe your efforts towards godliness? What about our hope in God makes this kind of effort worthwhile?

5. Read Romans 5:1-5. How will the goal of godliness transform your perspective on suffering? What are some current situations in your life where this kind of thinking needs to apply?

October 10, 2025

Welcoming at our Men’s/Women’s Events

Deacons! We love how our Life Groups participate in men’s and women’s events and how these events reinforce the community of these groups! While we love how these events provide opportunities for our groups to connect, we also want to be mindful that many will show up to these events that are not connected to a Life Group. Could you help us to to create a welcoming environment for these folks by doing a couple of things at these events? First, please be on the lookout for new people at these events. Observe those who seem to be by themselves or looking for a place to sit. Invite them into your group or connect them with another one (if that’s a better fit). Showing up early and greeting people in the lobby could be a great way to do this. Second, please avoid saving tables by leaning all of the chairs up against the table. This does not present the most welcoming look for those who might be new. While it is certainly appropriate for your group to gather around a table or two, be aware that there may be an opportunity to minister to someone new or invite them to sit with you at your table.

Deacon Men’s Prayer Meeting and Dinner 10/18

DEACON MEN: Join us for dinner and a prayer meeting for the 2025 Men's Retreat: THE HUNT.

You will get an intro to each message and consider together the theme of the retreat. We will enjoy a hearty time in corporate prayer, praying for the various aspects, messages, impact, and souls of the men's retreat.

We will meet in the Heritage Room in the Church Offices from 6-8pm.  Dinner from Teriyaki Madness.

Sunday’s Sermon: Lives that Support God’s Truth

1 Timothy 3:14-16

1.  Read Acts 20:28. In this verse, the reminder that the church was purchased with Christ’s blood is meant to emphasize the importance of the elders caring for God’s flock. How should this reminder affect the way you view the church and how you behave in it?

2. Read 1 Timothy 3:16 & Colossians 1:15-20. What are unbelievers missing out on by not trusting Christ? What are some aspects of the person & work of Jesus Christ that are precious to you that non-Christians desperately need to know about?

3. Think through the different spheres of influence, relationships, and opportunities in our life. In which areas would you most like to be more vocal and active into upholding the truth about Jesus Christ? What will it look like to do that?

4. Read Matthew 23:23-24. Why does legalism always end up lowering God’s standard of godliness instead of raising it? How might you be tempted to focus on external matters and miss the point of what God is calling you to?

5. Read 1 Timothy 1:5. As you consider the goal that Paul describes here, where are you most in need of growth in true godliness? What is the next step for you to pursue growth in that area?

October 3, 2025

Partners Program Updates

We are updating the way that we’re tracking Partners graduates moving forward. This is important information for you to know since you, as Deacons, take many people through the Partners Program. This is also important information to share with your Life Groups this next week.

Here’s the update: The LEADER will now fill out the Partners Graduation Form. The updated form is designed to capture important information from the leader’s perspective. This will allow our Partners Team to gather important information about each graduate, helping them to match up people appropriately.

The Partners Graduation Form has been updated on the website. The Partners Table also has new location and sign, making it easier for new folks to find this important ministry: right across from the Bookstore. Look for the fancy new Partners sign hanging on the wall this weekend!

6-on-6 Volleyball

Our next Some Value League is Volleyball! Though it’s part of Men’s Ministry, we're opening it to wives! (and women in general)

So jump into this 6-on-6 volleyball league! Sporting a 9-game mini-season on 3 Sundays, with a 4th day for playoffs, this will prove of some value to you! (1 Tim. 4:8). Games held on Sunday afternoons at the YMCA next to Compass. Each team will play 3 games per day over about 1 hour of time.

Registration opens Oct. 10. Sign up as an individual, couple, group of 3 or 4, or full team of 6 to 9. Life Groups teams are welcome!

Sunday’s Sermon: Risky Words

Acts 4:1-31

1.  Can you think of a recent moment where you have chosen safe silence over risky words? What was the situation? Why do you think you chose not to speak? In what ways can you be prepared for a different response next time the opportunity comes?

2. Read Psalm 2. How does this Psalm (in light of the study of Acts 4) help overcome your fear about people’s reaction to your words?

3. What do you think would be the potential consequences if you started taking many more risks in speaking gospel words. How does Acts 4:12 help you weigh whether facing these consequences would be worth it?

4. Reflect on the church’s prayer in Acts 4:23-31. What beliefs about God are reflected in this prayer? What petitions do the believers make and which requests do they not make that you might have expected them to? What lessons from this can you apply to your own prayers?

September 26, 2025

Life Group Leader Update

We have an important update regarding Keith and Phyllis Vermilyea this week. The Vermilyea's have stepped down from leading their Life Group this week after much prayer and consideration over the past Summer. Keith has been dealing with some health issues over the past few years, and the time has come to pass the baton to another couple to lead the group. Be sure to thank the Vermilyea's for their years of service if you see them this weekend. They have faithfully led this group for years, pouring themselves out for the saints they were called to lead. We are grateful for their faithful and tireless service!

The couple that is stepping into this role is Jon and Connie Stuhr. The Stuhr's have been in this Life Group for years, and they have been stepping in to lead from time to time, including this entire past Summer. We're excited for them to step into this role formally and lead this group forward. Praise God for His providential timing to put them in this group for such a time as this.

Moms of Prodigals

Lili Bragar is hosting a prayer group in her Meridian home called Moms of Prodigals every Tuesday morning at 10am. This is an open group for any mom who needs prayer for an unbelieving son or daughter, but space is limited to around 12 ladies. If you have someone in your LifeGroup interested, please have them reach out to Lili at 925-895-2854.

Sunday’s Sermon: The Servants the Church Needs

1 Timothy 3: 8-13

1. Why is character so important for those serving and leading in God’s church? How might you be tempted to focus on what you are doing to serve while ignoring your
   character?

2. Read 1 Timothy 3:8-12. Choose one characteristic on which to focus as you follow-up on this message. Why did you choose that one? What can you practically do to pursue growth in that area?

3. Read Romans 5:3-5. What are some ways you are currently experiencing suffering, and how is that testing your character? How can you lean into the sanctifying effects of these trials in your life right now?

4. Parents, what will it look like for you to maintain a proper focus on what is happening under your own roof while also being faithful in church and in the marketplace?

5. Read John 12:43 and Ecclesiastes 7:1. What is the difference between improperly seeking the glory that comes from man versus rightly desiring a “good name”? How can that impact how you go about serving the church?