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?
   
   

September 19, 2025

Getting the Most out of Life Groups - Video 4

Although this video also went out in today’s church-wide email, be sure to watch it and share it with your Life Group. Spend a few minutes this week discussing it’s content with your Life Group. For those groups that aren’t meeting this next week, please take some time to discuss this video the following week. Here is a question to help prompt the discussion: In this fourth video titled “Always Seeking to Multiply,” the pastors talked about having the mindset of pioneers and not settlers. How can you cultivate the mindset of being a pioneer, willing to embrace change as a means to grow and reach more people?

Invite the Women to Wisest Women Event

Encourage your LifeGroup Ladies to sign up for our next Women’s Event on Saturday, October 11th at 9am to continue our “Wisest of Women” series through the book of Proverbs! Breakfast and coffee will be served.

Men's and Women's Ministry Dates

Below are the dates for the remaining events in 2025 and the upcoming dates for 2026. Please review and be sure to share with your Life Groups.

Sunday’s Sermon: Equipped to Build God's Church

Acts 20:17-32

1. Read 1 Corinthians 15:58. God tells us to remain steadfast and unshakable in serving Him. Where are you tempted to quit or pull back in ministry? What specific truths can you hold onto that will give you strength to endure?

2. Read Jeremiah 1:7–8. God tells Jeremiah not to be afraid but to speak all that the Lord commands. In what ways are Christians today tempted to pull back from declaring God’s Word, and how can we grow in courage to speak unpopular truths?

3. Read 1 Peter 5:2–3.  While written to pastors, these verses provide guiding principles for anyone who shepherds others—whether in small groups, discipleship, mentoring, or parenting. Which part of this call to shepherd challenges you most in your context?

4. Read 2 Timothy 4:1-4.  In light of the challenges Paul describes in these verses, how should we rethink the way we handle most of our disagreements, and how can we channel our energy into unified, prayerful, biblical ministry?

5. Read Hebrews 13:17.  Why is a healthy respect for godly leadership, as described in this verse, vital for the success of the church’s mission and expansion in our day?

September 12, 2025

Getting the Most out of Life Groups - Video 3

Although this video also went out in today’s church-wide email, be sure to watch it and share it with your Life Group. Spend a few minutes this week discussing it’s content with your Life Group. Here is a question to help prompt the discussion: In this third video titled “Engaging in Discipleship,” the pastors talked about how it is the job of everyone in the church to engage in discipleship. Utilizing the practical ideas they outlined (i.e. filling out your sermon application questions each week), how can you engage in discipleship more intentionally in your Life Group this ministry calendar year?

Family Weekend Picnic Registration Reminder

Please remind your Life Group that the Family Picnic Registration is a separate registration. So even if someone has registered for the Friday and Saturday event we still want them to register for the picnic so that we can plan accordingly. RSVP for the Family Weekend Sunday Picnic

Sunday’s Sermon: The Leaders the Church Needs, Pt. 2

1 Timothy 3:1-7

1. What clouds your thinking the most and keeps you from thinking clearly and being “sober-minded”? How can eternal realities and the truth of God’s Word help you be
   level-headed?

2. Read Hebrews 13:5. In a world dominated by materialism, how can you keep your life free from the love of money? What will it look like for you to cultivate contentment?

3. Read 2 Corinthians 12:14-15. In what ways should there be parallels between the attitude of a selfless parent and the attitude we should have toward others in the church?

4. Read 1 Peter 4:9. Why is a genuine care for strangers so critical for a healthy church and a healthy witness to the world? What are some practical ways you can show this
   care for others in our church and our community?

5. Read 2 Timothy 2:24-26. Do you find that you tend to either avoid conflict altogether or that you can be quarrelsome? How can you grow in contending for the truth without
   being contentious?

September 5, 2025

Getting the Most out of Life Groups - Video 2

Although this video also went out in today’s church-wide email, be sure to watch it and share it with your Life Group. Spend a few minutes this week discussing it’s content with your Life Group. Here is a question to help prompt the discussion: In this second video titled "Pursuing Fellowship," the pastors highlighted the need to live out the “one anothers” in the church. They specifically mentioned being in physical proximity with one another knowing the spiritual condition of one another. In what ways do you want to grow in these areas this year?

Life Group Attendance and Roster Reminders

Life Group Leaders please remember to weekly record attendance. Since we are at the start of the new “Life Group Year” please clean up those rosters. If there are any questions on how to do this, please reach out to Jamie Langin.

An Opportunity for Life Groups With Singles

Life Group Leaders, if you have singles in your group consider inviting them to the next singles event and going with them for support. The next event is Saturday September 13 from 7-9pm where there will be a Q&A with the pastors. Perhaps this is an opportunity to encourage your singles to go while getting to know them more while encouraging them with your presence. Encourage them to RSVP here.

Sunday’s Sermon: The Leaders the Church Needs, Pt. 1

1 Timothy 3:1-7

1. Why is it important for ALL Christians to pursue the character qualities listed in 1 Timothy 3:1-7, as opposed to just overseers and those who aspire to this office?

2. As you consider the goal of being above reproach, in what ways would you most like to grow in living a life worthy of imitation? What will inside-out change look like in that
   area?

3. Read Psalms 51:16-17. How do you respond when you realize something in your life is not above reproach? Are there ways you try to hide or justify your sin? What should
   responding to your sin with a “broken and contrite heart” look like?

4. How have faithful pastors throughout your life helped you study the Bible? How would you like to grow in your ability to handle God’s Word?

5. As you consider the high and noble calling God has for leaders in the church, how can this week’s passage prompt you to pray for your leaders? What are some specific things you will pray for them this week?

August 29, 2025

Serving for Family Weekend

Life Group Leaders,Family Weekend is quickly approaching on September 19–21, and we need your help to make it a success.Volunteer Need

• 41 volunteers to help in the Kids Ministry area required

• Coverage needed Friday night and Saturday morning

How You Can Help
Please share this volunteer sign-up form with your Life Group and encourage people to get involved:
Family Weekend Volunteer Sign-Up

Who Should Volunteer

• We are seeking volunteers who are not currently in the current life stage of parenting

If you or anyone in your Life Group has questions, please contact Jared directly at jared@compassbible.tv.

Thank you for helping us ensure Family Weekend is a smooth and fruitful event.

Getting the Most out of Life Groups - Video Series

Although this video also went out in today’s church-wide email, be sure to watch it and share it with your Life Group. Spend a few minutes this week discussing it’s content with your Life Group. Here is a question to help prompt the discussion: In this first video titled "Making the Big Church Small," the pastors highlighted the need to be "known" in the church. In what ways do you hope to make yourself more known in this Life Group to have your spiritual needs met?

Let the Life Group Games Begin!

The Life Group Games are just around the corner! Today, we want to share two aspects of the competition so that your group can prepare.

Style Points - Each group will receive style points as the first event in the games. At the beginning of the competition pastor Johnny and pastor Charlie will walk around the arena and score each team according to the following criteria:

1. Life Group Pride

2. Originality

3. Cohesion (% of Team Participation) 

4. Effort

Best Beef Bite - Each team will compete to impress a panel of three judges: Pastors Johnny, Josiah, and Charlie. Here are the competition rule:

• Must be Gluten and Dairy free and contain beef as the star! 

• Include a label and description of the dish

• Bring only enough for three servings for the three judges

• It will be eaten and judged on stage before the games

• Delivered by 4:30pm

  • We will have a delivery station so that your dish will remain anonymous during judging

  • How, when, and where you prepare your dish is completely up to you as long as it’s delivered by 4:30pm

• Judging will be based on: 

• Flavor

• Creativity

• Use of Beef

Important Dates for Women’s Events

Women, be sure to save these two important dates and share them with your Life Group!

• The Women’s Christmas Coffee will be held on the evening of Friday, December 12

• The 2026 Women’s Retreat is scheduled for April 30-May 2

Sunday’s Sermon: The Men & Women the World Needs, Pt. 2

1 Timothy 2:8-15

1. Why is it important to enthusiastically embrace God’s design for men and women as
   opposed to just begrudgingly resigning to it? What difference will that have in your life,
   your home, and your church?

2. What objections have you encountered that go against the straightforward reading of
   this text? How can you respond to them biblically?

3. Reread 1 Timothy 2:8-15. As we conclude this two-week study, how would you most like
   to grow in what God has called you to as a man or as a woman?

4. Men, read 1 Corinthians 16:13-14. What will it look like for you to live out the loving
   strength that is described in this passage?

5. Women, read 1 Peter 3:3-6. What will it look like for you to cultivate character that is
   truly beautiful in God’s sight? (Consider the words at the end of 1 Timothy 2:15, as well:
   faith, love, and holiness with self-control.)

August 22, 2025

Tuesday/Thursday Adventure Club Life Group Locations

Below are maps showing the locations for the Tuesday and Thursday night Adventure Club Life Groups. As a reminder, this year’s Life Group Games winner will get to choose their location following the games 😤 (if the winner is from one of these nights). If you have any questions, please reach out to pastor Charlie.

Tuesday Night Adventure Club Life Group Locations

Thursday Night Adventure Club Life Group Locations

See You Tomorrow!

We look forward to seeing you from 6-8pm at the church building tomorrow Saturday, August 23. Remember, dinner is provided… come and enjoy the El Gallo Giro Food Truck followed by dessert and coffee.

Sunday’s Sermon: The Men & Women the World Needs, Pt. 1

1 Timothy 2:8-15

1. Read Matthew 9:36-38. What prevents you from feeling this same compassion for the lost around you? What can you do to cultivate this kind of compassion?

   2. Why is it important for us to base our opinions on God’s Word instead of cultural trends? Are there any ways you think you have let culture shape your thoughts more than the Scriptures?

   3. Men, read Psalm 66:18. What iniquities are you most tempted to cherish in your heart? What will it look like for you to approach prayer with holy hands and a holy heart?

   4. Men, what are you most tempted to get angry or quarrel about? How can humble prayer help you deal with these issues in a godly way and not a fleshly one?

   5. Women, as you think through the clothing you wear or the image you project, what will it look like for you to do that is respectable and modest?

   6. Women, how can you adorn your life with good works this week? Think especially about what that could look like at church and at home.

August 15, 2025

Reminder! Deacon Meeting NEXT Saturday!

Deacons, we will be meeting from 6-8pm at the church building on Saturday, August 23. Dinner is provided… come and enjoy the El Gallo Giro Food Truck followed by a yummy treat!

Family Weekend Sign-Ups

Life Group Leaders the registration for Family Weekend is open! Please highlight the opportunities to attend or serve for your groups. 

• To register for the conference, CLICK HERE.

• To register to serve in kids ministry or to see other service needs for this special event, CLICK HERE.

Men’s Retreat Registration Is Open

Deacon Men: Make sure to register for Men’s Retreat 2025: The Hunt - Use the discount code DEACON for $40 off the optional add-on. If you can’t make the Men’s Retreat, please let pastor Charlie know as soon as possible so that we can plan on you deputizing another leader in your group (or combining Life Groups if your numbers are small). Please plan on being at the retreat unless you have an unavoidable conflict.

Sunday’s Sermon: So That The World May Worship- Psalm 67

1. Read Genesis 12:1-3. What was God’s foundational reason for calling out Abraham from his country to go and become a new nation? What does this tell you about God and his ways?

2. What does Psalm 67:1-2 teach us about praying for our own needs and wants? How has the negative influence of “health and wealth” prosperity gospel of the past century hurt or curtailed our prayers to this end? How does Psalm 67:1-2 not teach the prosperity gospel?

3. Why do you think the mission of God’s people shifted from a “come and see” in the Old Testament to “go and tell” in the New Testament? What factors may have resulted in this change? What does this mean for us today?

4. Read 2 Corinthians 8:13-15. How can we practically and strategically apply this passage and Psalm 67 to our church context today? How does this shape your thinking on missions and giving as an individual?

August 8, 2025

Reminder! Cody and Kate Send Off Tomorrow

The Davidson’s appreciation and send off is tomorrow! We want to spend some time appreciating and praying for Cody and Kate Davidson as they prepare for their move to Florida. Please join us tomorrow, Saturday August 9. Stop by any time from 6-8pm in the Heritage Room near the church offices so that you can share your appreciation for Cody and Kate and the many ways they’ve blessed you through their time serving at Compass Bible Church Treasure Valley! The Pastors will be praying for the Davidson’s at 7pm. Let’s celebrate what God has done (and will continue to do) through these two faithful servants!

Sunday’s Sermon: Fuel for Faithfulness

Psalm 78:1-8

1. In what ways do we tend to forget God—not just in our thoughts, but in how we speak and act? What works of God in your life do you tend to overlook or downplay? How might your life look different if you intentionally remembered those?

2. How have you experienced the "fatality" or consequences of spiritual forgetfulness in your own life, or in someone else's? What did you forget about God in that season, and how has that influenced or changed the way you live today?

3. What false hopes are you tempted to “set your heart” on instead of God? What would it look like to actively reset your hope on Him this week?

4. How can you more intentionally “broadcast” God’s works to the people He has placed in your life? What habits, rhythms, or disciplines could help you grow in remembering and retelling what God has done?

5. What specific command of God are you struggling to obey right now? How could remembering who God is and what He’s done help you obey Him in that area this week?

August 1, 2025

Outpost: Keeping the Church Small Chpt. 3

Mission Night THIS Monday - Invite Your Life Group!

Remember that on Monday, August 4, at 6:30pm there will be an evening featuring Shannon & Danielle Hurley, as well as Team Uganda. Shannon Hurley is the founder of SOS ministries, and he, and his wife, Danielle, live in Kubamitwe, Uganda and we have a unique opportunity to have them here with us! Come have dessert and hear an update on the recent short term missions trip as well as what is going on currently with the Sufficiency of Scripture ministry. Be sure to send this info to your Life Group to invite them if you haven’t already!

Sunday’s Sermon: Special Guest Shannon Hurley from SOS Ministries in Uganda!

July 25, 2025

Fall Life Groups Adventure Club Sign Up

Life Groups officially re-start the first week in September, coinciding with our Adventure Club program. For those groups that are paired with our Adventure Club program on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the church, you need to have your members register their children for the program. Only those that are volunteering or attending Tuesday or Thursdsay night Life Groups will be able to register for this program. Please make sure that parents register their children for the grade they will be entering this upcoming Fall 2024.

Here is the link to register for Tuesday night.

Here is the link to register for Thursday night.

You can find the corresponding schedules for the upcoming Adventure Club year under “Calendar” above or by clicking here.

Opportunity To Serve - Childcare for Family Weekend

Life Groups, our annual Family Weekend event is coming up this September, and we’re thrilled to welcome Dr. Mike Fabarez as the speaker. As part of this special weekend, we have a great opportunity to support families in the active stages of parenting by providing childcare during the event.
Childcare will be needed during the following times:

• Friday, September 19th from 6:15–8:45 p.m.

• Saturday, September 20th from 8:15 a.m.–12:15 p.m.

The more volunteers we have, the more we can rotate shifts—especially on Saturday—so each person’s serving time can be shorter. If you are not in the active stages of raising children and you're able to help with childcare, please fill out this form. If you are a Life Group leader who has a group full of people that can serve, perhaps this is a good way to serve as a Life Group during this weekend.

Thank you for helping make this weekend a blessing for our families!

Sunday’s Sermon:

Life in God’s House
Our Priority in a Lost World
1 Timothy 2:1-7

1. Read Matthew 5:43-45. Who comes to mind when you think of your enemies? What should it look like for you to pray for them? What kinds of things could you pray for them that would reflect the will of the Father?

2. Read 1 Timothy 2:1-2. Are there ways you might be tempted to use a “peaceful & quiet life” as a cover for compromise? What will be some of the bad effects of this kind of compromise?

3. On the other hand, how might you be tempted to not live the kind of “peaceful & quiet life” that this passage calls for? How will this negatively affect your witness?

4. Read 1 Timothy 2:4. What would it look like for your heart to match God’s desire for all to be saved? How should this desire affect your actions this week?

5. Spend time praying, making “supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings…for all people, for kings and all who are in high positions.”

July 18, 2025

Davidson’s Appreciation & Send Off

We want to spend some time appreciating and praying for Cody and Kate Davidson as they prepare for their move to Florida. Please mark your calendars for Saturday August 9th. Stop by any time from 6-8pm in the Heritage Room near the church offices so that you can share your appreciation for Cody and Kate and the many ways they’ve blessed you through their time serving at Compass Bible Church Treasure Valley! The Pastors will be praying for the Davidson’s at 7pm. Let’s celebrate what God has done (and will continue to do) through these two faithful servants!

Pray for the Final Night of Ignite!

Pastor Ben will be bringing the heat tonight for Ignite’s final message. Pray for God to save lost souls and to sanctify the young men and women who profess faith! The session starts at 7pm tonight.

Pray for Team Uganda

Pray for Team Uganda as they leave Monday to lead Camp Compasses in Uganda. Pray for their safety, for God to soften the hearts of the kids coming to Camp Compass, for souls to be saved, and for Team Uganda to be an encouragement to the missionaries.

Sunday’s Sermon:

Why Climb this Mountain?
Psalm 24

1. Read Philippians 3:12-14. Why is it so tempting for Christians (ourselves included) to settle for our current level of spiritual growth instead of pressing on? What stood out
   most from this message as a motivation for you to press “further up, further in”?

2. Read Psalm 139:13-16. How can a trust in your Creator and his good design help you fight against temptation this week?

3. Read Psalm 27:4. How should the desire expressed by David here motivate you to seek the presence of God through time alone with him, time with the church, and living “before the face of God”?

4. Read Isaiah 25:6-9. How would your life be impacted if you lived every day with a greater sense of anticipation for the day described in these verses? 

5. What will you do this week to pursue close fellowship with God?

July 11, 2025

Pray for Ignite!

Remember to be in prayer for the 258 students and leaders registered for Ignite this next week! Pray for hearts to be softened, souls to be saved, wisdom for the leaders, and safety for all.

Please Share the SOS Amazon List With Your Life Group

Team Uganda is leaving Monday, July 21! Will you please send the SOS Amazon list to your Life Group members! Here’s the message from last week that you can copy and paste to them: Team Uganda is leaving Monday, July 21! If your LifeGroup is looking for a way to support our missionaries and Legacy Christian Academy in Uganda, we have an Amazon Wish List created to get the supplies they need. Simply add the items to your cart, check out, and they will be mailed to the church so our Uganda team can pack them in bins to take on their STM trip. Thank you for your continued generosity to our missionaries!

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1DZ24HN9KYEQI?ref_=wl_share

Sunday’s Sermon:

The Calm in the Storm
Mark 4:35-41

1. Read 1 Peter 4:12. Do life’s trials tend to catch you off guard? How can you cultivate the right expectations for the Christian life without being pessimistic? 

2. Out of the three subpoints about Christ’s character (Christ Knows, Christ Cares, Christ Can) which one is the hardest for you to put into practice? Share an example of a time when you failed to trust one of these truths in your life. 

3. Read Philippians 4:10–13. How can you grow to have more of this type of contentment in your life? Get practical with your answer, listing out actual steps you will take (Bible reading, prayer, fasting, serving, etc.) to grow in biblical contentment. 

4. Read Mark 4:40-41 again. How can you grow to know God more fully in the next six months? How do you think knowing God more fully will affect the way you trust Him? 

5. When do you find that anxiety is the highest in your life? Is there anything from this sermon that will help you pinpoint a biblical truth that you aren’t believing in practice when it comes to this area of anxiety?

July 4, 2025

Announcing Commitments Tomorrow

Tomorrow, during the services, we will give an update regarding the commitments that have been made to "Build My Church" so far. There will also be a follow up video coming in the next week to provide more details regarding the commitments and next steps. If you haven't filled out your commitment card, please consider doing so. If you have questions about commitments, please don't hesitate to reach out to one of the pastors to talk through those questions. Thank you for your continued service to this church! 

Uganda Mission Trip: SOS Amazon List

Team Uganda is leaving Monday, July 21! If your LifeGroup is looking for a way to support our missionaries and Legacy Christian Academy in Uganda, we have an Amazon Wish List created to get the supplies they need. Simply add the items to your cart, check out, and they will be mailed to the church so our Uganda team can pack them in bins to take on their STM trip. Thank you for your continued generosity to our missionaries!

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1DZ24HN9KYEQI?ref_=wl_share

Sunday’s Sermon:

Faithful to the End
1 Timothy 1:18-20

1. Why is having the right expectations important in the Christian life? For instance, what difference will it make if you are expecting a spiritual battle instead of a walk in the park?

2. Read Ephesians 6:17-18. Why is it important to think of time in the Word and prayer as essential wartime duties? How can these practices be instrumental in building an active trust in God?

3. Read Proverbs 28:1. In addition to the picture presented in this verse, what are some of the benefits of a clean conscience and the consequences of a guilty conscience? What can you do to hold on to a “good conscience”?

4. Read Hebrews 3:12-13. What are some daily habits you can instill in your life to help bolster the faith of others? Why is this such an essential part of a healthy church community?

5. Read Galatians 6:1-2. How can you personally contribute to a church community that lives out these verses? What are some of the difficulties in bearing the burdens of others, and how can God’s grace help you overcome those?

June 27, 2025

Camp Compass Praise!

We had over 525 kids attend Camp Compass this year! The missions goal was to raise $10,000 for a new school in Pakistan. Not only did we reach that goal, we more than doubled it by raising $20,144! All glory be to God!

“Build My Church” Commitments

On Sunday, July 6th we will be announcing some exciting updates in light of all the commitments we’ve received to-date! We will be sharing about the commitments in all three areas we asked everyone to consider (Pray, Invest, Work). If you haven’t filled out a commitment card yet please fill out a physical card or digital form by the end of this weekend. Even if you’re unsure of your ability to make a long-term commitment, please do your best to commit to something in each category (we understand if your situation changes at some point in the next three years). We are all approaching the next three years prayerfully and with excitement for what the Lord will do!

Expectations For Summer Life Groups

I (Pastor Charlie) want to remind the Life Group leaders that, although the Summer might include a lighter schedule, we would like Life Groups to continue meeting. In other words, please don’t take the entire Summer off. Use this time to meet sporadically and increase the fellowship gatherings when possible. Fellowships can be something as simple as meeting at a park or doing something social together as a Life Group. A lot of groups take the month of August off to gear up for the fall, which is understandable given the church calendar and the rhythm of the other church ministries. But please find ways to connect and meet in July, even if it’s for just a few gatherings. The Adventure Club Life Groups have the remaining Kids Summer Series meetings as follows:

• Tuesdays: July 1, July 8, July 22.

• Thursdays: July 3, July 10, July 24.

I am so grateful for all the hard work that you put in as a Life Group leader! Thank you for continuing to care for the people in your group in such a big way. If you have any questions about the Summer or the schedule please don’t hesitate to reach out!

Sunday’s Sermon:

Grateful for Grace
1 Timothy 1:12-17

1. Read Psalm 100:1-3. How should remembering that we do not deserve the privilege of serving God help us to have attitudes like the one seen in this Psalm?
   

2. Read 1 Timothy 1:13-14. How would you describe the before & after of your own conversion to Christ? Why is it important to remember that this change is completely the result of grace?
   

3. Read Ephesians 2:1-7. Why is it important to remember that we needed more than “a little help” in our salvation? Why should we remember that we were dead and Christ made us alive? What difference should that make in our attitudes in the Christian life?
   

4. Read 1 Corinthians 15:8-9. Who are some people or types of people that you might think of as unlikely to get saved? How should Paul’s testimony influence the way you think and act toward them?
   

5. Read 1 Timothy 1:17. Write out your own doxology of worship to God as you consider his great salvation!