March 18, 2022

Important Info:

• Pastor Josiah Is Coming - Some of you may have heard the news that Pastor Josiah will officially be part of the pastoral team at CBCTV, and he will also be the new leader of Plants & Pillars! Pastor Josiah starts in late May, giving him time to take the reigns from Pastor Charlie to lead Plants & Pillars at Ignite as the official Youth Pastor. Let’s praise God for providing the right man in His perfect timing!

• Community Event Contact - We’ve been getting some questions about the upcoming Harvest Crusade downtown. We will not officially be promoting the event as we will be focused on Easter, Ignite, and the National Equipped Conference, but if you encounter people who are asking or interested in serving, you can point them to Laing Stevens, a member of our church who will be serving at the event. coachla@mac.com // 208-805-2985

Application Questions:

Getting the Most Out of the Mist
Honoring the King in a Foreign Land
Ecclesiastes 8:1-17

1. Read Proverbs 23:17 & Psalm 37:1-2. What are some of the ways your heart may be tempted to envy sinners or to be afraid because of them? How does the fear of the Lord adjust your perspective?

2. Read 1 Peter 1:14-17. In a world where unrighteousness is praised, what are some of the ways you may be tempted to lower the standard and settle for being “better” than the world? How can you seek to grow in holiness in these areas?

3. Read Titus 3:1-2. As you consider the different phrases here, which ones stand out the most as ways that you can grow in representing the Ultimate King in an unjust and wicked world?

4. Which of the biblical examples mentioned during point #2 stood out to you the most? What can you learn and apply from these examples?

5. Reread all of Psalm 37. Pick a couple verses from this Psalm that give you reason to be confident and joyful in the midst of a frustrating and broken world. How will these verses encourage you this week?

March 11, 2022

Important Info:

• Easter Plans! - Next weekend we'll be announcing our plans for Easter! We have an exciting lineup for this year's resurrection week and we want you to be the first to know. 

  • First, we will host Resurrection Week Live (RWL) for five nights from Palm Sunday through the Thursday before Good Friday. RWL will be shot for Livestream from our offices and include a time of worship and a short devotional to prepare our hearts all week for Easter.

  • Second, we will have two services for Good Friday at 5:30pm and 7:00pm

  • Third, we will have Eggstravaganza on Saturday from 11am to 1pm! Eggstravaganza is a big outreach event for the community, including bounce houses, egg hunts, and food trucks. We will have a team of volunteers at this event to share the gospel and invite guests to our Easter Sunday services. Start getting the word out!

  • Lastly, we will have three services on Easter Sunday at 8am, 9:45am, and 11:30am. We will NOT have Saturday services during Easter weekend.

• Foster Care Interest Night - Chris and Lauren Meyers are hosting a foster care interest night on Friday, March 25, at 6 PM at 261 W. Island Wood Drive, Eagle, Idaho 83616. To attend this event, please respond to the invite here. Please feel free to send it to anyone you think might be interested. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Lauren at 208-971-2501.

Application Questions:

Getting the Most Out of the Mist
What Wisdom Can and Can't Do
Ecclesiastes 7:11-29

1. Read Psalm 46:10. Some translations use the phrase “cease striving” at the beginning of the verse. What are some of the ways you need to “be still” or “cease striving” in your own thoughts as you yield to the wisdom of the Lord?

2. Read Ecclesiastes 7:14. In addition to what is said here, what would be some helpful things to “consider” in the day of adversity? Find some specific verses that would be helpful to dwell on in those times.

3. Read Proverbs 2:11. How much do you think that you honestly value wisdom? What would it look like to value wisdom more than you do? What are some ways you have seen wisdom preserve and protect you?

4. Read Ephesians 4:1-3. These verses remind us that humility (and not self-righteousness) should characterize true Christian unity. What are some of the ways you might be tempted to be self-righteous in relationships with others? What are some ways you could be humbler and more gracious?

5. What are some of the foolish schemes of the world that might appear tempting to you? While these things may appeal to the flesh, how does wisdom help us to see that they are actually destructive? What are some verses you will meditate on this week to remind you of these truths?

March 4, 2022

Important Info:

• New Church Office! - Please make a note that we have a new church office. We moved in this week so please go here from now on: 12592 W Explorer Dr Suite 100 Boise, ID, 83713 (it’s just down the street, so like us, you’ll probably still go to the old office on accident for a while).

• No Plants & Pillars on 3/22 - Due to Spring Break we’ll be taking that Tuesday off. So if you lead a Life Group on that night, please plan accordingly.

• Eggstravaganza Candy - Life Group leaders, please remind your groups to bring candy donations!

Application Questions:

Getting the Most Out of the Mist
Dangers In Difficulty
Ecclesiastes 7:7-10

1. Read James 4:1-2. What are some of the desires or maybe even obsessions you have that lead you into conflict with others? What would it look like to submit those desires to the Lord?

2. Read 2 Timothy 2:3-6. Which one of these pictures of focus and endurance resonate the most with you? What can you do to live out that picture this week?

3. Read James 1:20. What are some of the ways you try to excuse your anger? How do verses like this and Ecclesiastes 7:9 remind you about the dangers of anger?

4. As you consider the frustrations in your life that can lead to anger, how can you redirect those desires? What are some constructive ways you can deal with those frustrations as opposed to the destructiveness of anger?

5. Read Ecclesiastes 7:10. What are some of the ways you may be tempted to look back too much at the “good ole days”? How can you retrain your mind to look back less and look forward to eternity more?

February 25, 2022

Important Info:

• NEC Deacon Discount - Deacons we want you to be able to attend the National Equipped Conference (NEC) this June! To make things a little easier, we want to cover half of your registration costs. Simply enter the discount code TVHALF during checkout to get 50% off of your registration. Also a reminder: The price for the National Equipped Conference goes up on March 1!

• Deacon Retreat Homework Reminder - Here is the homework (Download Here) from the Deacon Retreat to download if you need to. As a reminder, please turn your answers in to your “point pastor” by the end of this month.

Application Questions:

Getting the Most Out of the Mist
Serious Joy
Ecclesiastes 6:10-7:6

1. Read Isaiah 45:9-13. What are some of the ways you may be tempted to dispute or argue with God? Why is this of no advantage to you?

2. Read Proverbs 3:5-6. What are some areas of your life right now where you might be tempted to lean on your own understanding? What will it look like to trust God & His promises in those areas?

3. Read Ecclesiastes 7:1. What qualities make up a truly “good name” or “good reputation”? In what areas would you like to grow so that your name brings encouragement to others and glory to God?

4. Read Psalm 90:12. How will your life benefit from thinking more about death and how short your life will be? How should that affect your priorities?

5. Read Ecclesiastes 7:5 & Proverbs 27:6. What are some of the reasons we might avoid a wise rebuke or a wound from a friend? What benefit will you receive if you are more open to listening to counsel from others?

February 18, 2022

Important Info:

• Deacon Retreat Homework Reminder - Here is the homework (Download Here) from the Deacon Retreat to download if you need to. As a reminder, please turn your answers in to your “point pastor” by the end of this month.

• Office Moving Helpers Needed - The church is moving offices on Wednesday, March 2nd. Can all of your Life Group leaders tell your groups about this serving opportunity? We plan to get some items moved during the day, but heavy office furniture would be an after-work opportunity for those who can help, especially anyone with a truck and/or trailer. For more info, contact Chris Hernandez at chris@compassbible.tv.

• Kids Care Help Needed On Tuesday Nights - During Plants & Pillars on Tuesdays from 6:30-8:30, we offer kids care for those with children who serve or attend a Life Group during that time. Plants & Pillars, and Life Groups are growing, so we need more help! Life Group Leaders, will you send this need out to your group? Serving here is an excellent way for someone to serve who currently doesn’t elsewhere. For more info or to sign up, contact Cody Davidson at cody@compassbible.tv.

Application Questions:

Getting the Most Out of the Mist
Busy With Joy
Ecclesiastes 5:8-6:9

1. Read Ecclesiastes 5:10-11. Even though a simple glance at the lifestyles of the rich and the famous in our own day should prove that more wealth does not equal more happiness, why do you suppose it is still so easy for us to fall into that trap?

2. Read Proverbs 23:4-5. What are some of the ways you have seen in your own experience the fleeting nature of wealth? How should this help us think differently about wealth as Christians?

3. Read Ecclesiastes 5:18-20. Notice how frequently this passage refers to God! What are some of the theological truths you need to dwell on more in order to be content and enjoy God’s daily gifts?

4. What are some of the physical/circumstantial things in your life that you want to more intentionally savor this week? What are some of the spiritual blessings that you want to meditate on more?

5. Read Ecclesiastes 5:9. What are some of the ways your appetite might be tempted to wander instead of being content with what your eyes can see? Is there any situation or circumstance in your life right now that you might look back at someday and regret missing out the good God had for you in that season because you were too busy desiring something else?

February 11, 2022

Important Info:

• We Passed 1 Million - The Taking Ground project has officially passed $1,000,000 raised! We will share this news with the congregation today and tomorrow while also asking them to pray even more as we continue to trust the Lord for His provision. Here are the prayers we’ll be putting in front of the church:

  • Praise God for all of the ways he has already provided for CBCTV and Taking Ground.

  • Pray that God would open the right door at the right time for a full-time facility.

  • Pray that God would provide all of the funds to acquire land and/or a building.

  • Pray for favor with landowners, city officials, and any others who will be involved in this process.

  • Pray for wisdom for leaders in this church as they make decisions regarding future facilities.

  • Pray that God would continue to provide space for ministry until a full-time facility is acquired.

  • Pray that we would focus more on the goal of making disciples than the means of a facility.

  • Pray that God would use this facility to reach more people in the community with the gospel.

  • Pray for a facility that is optimally designed to be used for fellowship and teaching that will help people grow in Christlikeness.

  • Pray that God would use this facility as a launchpad for other church plants.

Application Questions:

Getting the Most Out of the Mist
Ecclesiastes Goes to Church
Ecclesiastes 5:1-7

1. Think through the different ways that were discussed about how me might “play games with God”. Which of these do you need to be most wary of? How will a proper view of God help you combat these specific temptations?

2. What are some of the ways you might start to mindlessly go through the motions? How can that cause spiritual problems in your own life, and how can you work to be intentional and thoughtful in the various spiritual activities in your life?

3. Read Matthew 5:3. How can spiritual arrogance creep into your heart and mind? How can you direct your heart back to this position of being “poor in Spirit”?

4. Read Hebrews 12:28-29. How might your reverence and awe for God be tempted to fade as you go about your Christian life? What from both Ecclesiastes 5 and Hebrews 12 can help you renew those attitudes in your walk with God?

5. Read Psalm 130:3-4. How does a right reverence for God actually lead to a greater appreciation for his grace? Choose one verse that emphasizes the grace of God to meditate on this week.

February 4, 2022

Important Info:

• Deacon Retreat Details

  • Friday: 5:45pm-9:30pm Dinner
    Indian Creek Steakhouse (in the Balcony Room)
    After dinner, we will be walking down to Section 37 for some axe throwing fun!

  • Saturday: 8:30am-12pm Breakfast and Training Sessions
    Hampton Inn and Suites Boise-Meridian

Application Questions:

Getting the Most Out of the Mist
We > Me
Ecclesiastes 4:7-16

1. Read 1 Timothy 6:9-10. What are some of the ways “riches” might be appealing to you? What are some of the snares and traps that desire could lead you into?

2. Read Colossians 3:22-4:1. Think again of your current job and responsibilities. What are some of the ways you can direct your thoughts and motives in these areas to God and others as opposed to yourself?

3. Read through the list of “one another” commands. What are some ways you have been on the receiving end of these? How did that help you spiritually? Choose at least two of these commands that you would like to focus on this week and specific people/situations where they would apply.

4. Read 1 Corinthians 12:21-26. If you are a part of the body of Christ, you are “indispensable”! Of course, that should not lead to pride, but what are some of the healthy aspects of realizing that the church needs YOU?

5. Read Proverbs 18:1. What are some of the ways you might isolate yourself? What from this passage/message helps you see the futility of these habits?

January 28, 2022

Important Info:

• Seven Days to the Deacon Retreat – Here Are the Details

  • We are excited to gather together for our annual Deacon Retreat next weekend. We are thankful for all of the work you pour into the body of Christ and we pray that it will be a fruitful and encouraging weekend. We wanted to give you some details about the weekend so that you can get a sense of what the schedule will be:

    Friday: 5:45pm-9:30pm Dinner at Indian Creek Steakhouse (in the Balcony Room)
    After dinner, we will be walking down to Section 37 for some axe throwing fun

    Saturday: 8:30am-12pm Breakfast and Training Sessions
    Hampton Inn and Suites Boise-Meridian - 875 S Allen St, Meridian, ID 83642

    We hope that this will be a great opportunity to enjoy some downtime with others that are running hard for the Lord and to get to know some other highly committed participants at Compass Bible Church. If you cannot make it, please reach out as soon as possible. We are looking forward to seeing you all there!

• Remind Your Life Group - Men’s Event Tomorrow! - Tomorrow’s message is Shake This Place - Seven Encouragements From the Jailer’s Conversion, and we’ll be studying Acts 16:25-34. Be sure to send the Men’s Event Registration to your Life Group if you haven’t yet.

Application Questions:

Getting the Most Out of the Mist
Working Well in a Wild World
Ecclesiastes 3:16-4:6

1. Read Psalm 73:1-15. Have you ever felt like the Psalmist here? What are some of the inappropriate or unhelpful ways you may respond to the injustice, oppression, and greed in the world?

2. Read Psalm 73:16-22. What are some of the limits of human justice? Why is it comforting to know that God will eventually bring perfect justice?

3. Read Psalm 73:23-28. What are some specific parts of the Psalmist’s conclusion that are particularly helpful to you? Choose to meditate on these things this week!

4. Read Ecclesiastes 3:22. Be honest – what are some of the things that make it hard for you to be content with the work God has put in front of you? What from these past few weeks in Ecclesiastes can help you think differently about that? How can you view your lot in life as “gift, not gain”?

5. Read Ecclesiastes 4:4-6. Both greed on the one hand and laziness on the other are enemies of a truly godly perspective about work? How might these things tempt you this week, and how will you counter these temptations with God’s Word?

January 21, 2022

Important Info:

• Upcoming Women’s Series! - Spot the Lie: Exposing the Lies of the World with the Light of God's Word - Here is the description for this upcoming series: Do you ever have trouble separating fact from fiction and truth from lies in our culture? Are you ever overwhelmed or burdened by the multitude of messages targeted at women? Join us for a five-part series in 2022 where we will "Spot the Lie" and expose the lies of the world with the light of God's Word in five crucial areas for women! Our study will kick-off on February 26. More details and registration coming soon!

• Do You Even Deacon Retreat, Bro? - If there was ever a bit of info that was totally pertinent to this group, it would be this! This retreat is for you Deacons… and you alone. Don’t miss it as this is the one time a year we do this level of gathering together.

  • We will meet together on February 4th and 5th.

  • This is not an overnight event

  • Friday night, we’ll have dinner together and then enjoy an activity

  • We’ll be together all Saturday morning

Application Questions:

Getting the Most Out of the Mist
The Seasons of Life
Ecclesiastes 3:1-15

1. What are some of the ways you might seek to manipulate our circumstances or control the seasons in your own life? What about this passage helps you see the futility in that and the beauty of the alternative of trusting God?

2. Read Romans 8:28. What are some of the ways you have seen this be true in your life? Why is it still often hard to trust that God will use even seemingly bad things for the good of believers?

3. Read Lamentations 3:16-27. What about Jeremiah’s example here can be helpful to you when you are looking at those proverbial “puzzle pieces” that really just don’t seem to fit with what you thought life or God’s plan would look like?

4. Read Psalm 131. What are some of the things that most disturb the “calm” and “quiet” in your soul? What are some of the things you have learned from this passage/message that can help you restore that contentment in your soul?

5. Read Ecclesiastes 3:12. Think specifically about the next week – especially your job, your home, and your relationships. What are some ways you can “do good” in these arenas this week no matter what season you are in?

January 14, 2022

Important Info:

• The Deacon Retreat Is Coming! - On February 4th and 5th, we’ll be gathering together for our next Deacon’s Retreat. This is not an overnight event, but here are a few of the details so far: On Friday night, we’ll have dinner together and then enjoy an activity. Then we’ll be together all Saturday morning. Please plan and secure those babysitters because we’d love to have you all attend this important event! More info to come soon.

• Compass Classroom Classes Recorded - You will be able to find all of the upcoming classes that we record here (we’re going to add A Call To Arms and Equipped to this soon). The current Attributes of God classes can be found here. We’ll try to get that up every Sunday so that those who can’t attend can watch it at their earliest convenience.

Application Questions:

Getting the Most Out of the Mist
It’s a Wonderful Life
Ecclesiastes 1:12-2:26

1. Reread the proverbs in Ecclesiastes 1:15 & 18. What, if any, ways might you fall into the trap of thinking that knowing the right answer or information can solve all the problems in your life or in the world? How does Ecclesiastes 2:13-14 show that wisdom and knowledge are still good and valuable?

2. What are some of the temporary pleasures of this life that you might be tempted to put too much stock in? What are the dangers of placing too much value in those things?

3. Read Psalm 39:4-5. What are some of the benefits of understanding your limitations and the brevity of your life? How should those realities impact your thinking this week?

4. Read Matthew 6:33-34. Why is God being at the center of our lives and perspectives so important to contentment and true enjoyment? How will you ensure that God is at the center of your thinking this week?

5. Read 1 Timothy 6:6-8. What are some of the simple or basic gifts from God that you may tend to overlook or forget to be thankful for? What benefit will acknowledging and enjoying these things have in your life?

January 7, 2022

Important Info:

• National Equipped Conference - This weekend Pastor Ben will announce the first annual National Equipped Conference! This exciting new conference will be put on by the Compass Church Planting Association. You can find out more here https://equippedconference.com/ (Please don’t share this link with anyone until after all of the services this weekend). Please note: We plan to offer a discount for all deacons who would like to attend this conference. We will have more details on this soon. We’re hoping to see a good turnout from our church to attend this first-ever conference, which we hope is the first of many and the beginning of something pretty special.

Application Questions:

Getting the Most Out of the Mist
Is Life Really Meaningless?
Ecclesiastes 1:1–11

1. As you think through Ecclesiastes 1:1-11 and the brutally honest picture it presents of life in this world, how could accepting these realities actually benefit your life? What are some of the wrong ways people might try to apply these realities to their own lives?

2. What are some of the ways you might be tempted to pretend these realities aren’t true, and how could that negatively affect your life?

3. Read Ecclesiastes 1:3 & Matthew 6:19-21. What are some ways you might be tempted to put too much focus on the material things in this world? Why is it helpful to be reminded of how fleeting those things are?

4. Read Ecclesiastes 1:10. What are some of the negative effects that always chasing something “new” can have? How might you be tempted to think this way?

5. Read 1 Corinthians 15:58. Even though the Preacher in Ecclesiastes cries out that “All is vanity!“, how is it encouraging to know that your service to God will NOT be in vain?

December 31, 2021

Important Info:

• 2021 Reimbursements - For those of you who have purchased items for ministry supplies and need to get reimbursed, please make sure those receipts are in by 1/15/22 for anything purchased in 2021. We close our books after January, and you may not be able to receive a reimbursement after this date. 

• Plants & Pillars Parent's Nights - During the typical Plants & Pillars time (6:30-8:30pm), while the students meet at Doral Academy, Pastor Charlie will talk to the dads on 1/8 and the moms on 1/15. That means that any dads or moms that attend Tuesday night Life Groups will have to miss that week. Feel free to change groups that week to split up men and women if that makes the most sense. It's up to you, Life Group leaders! But please encourage the parents in your group to attend these parent's nights. 

Application Questions:

Biblical Behavior
Promising God’s Way
James 5:12

1. Read James 5:12 and Matthew 5:34–37. Based on your sermon notes, why do you think Jesus and James were so concerned with their audience taking oaths? What might the equivalent of those concerns look like in our modern-day? 

2. After studying James 5:12, will the commitments and promises you make carry more weight? How will this change how you make commitments to your spouse, children, coworkers, and fellow believers in the church? 

3. Read Romans 1:9. When you make promises to men, are you conscious that you’re simultaneously making that commitment to God? How can you grow to be more aware that your word is ultimately linked to God’s name when you carry the title of Christian? 

4. As a Christian, you should have the type of reputation that others see a contract with you as a formality because your word is valuable. Do you have that reputation? How can you grow to have a better reputation for integrity among fellow believers and the world? 

5. Spend some time with a spouse or another believer who is a close friend. Ask each other this: “Is my word valuable? When I say I’ll do something, do I follow through? How do you think I can grow in this area?” Spend some time discussing both of your answers, and then pray for God to grow you to be more like Christ continually in the area of integrity.

December 23, 2021

Important Info:

• Kids Ministry Still Needs Help - Life Group Leaders, will you make a specific announcement to your Life Group stating that we still need help in Kids Ministry for all services but mainly for the Saturday Night service starting on January 8th. If you aren’t meeting with your Life Group in the next few weeks, please send a text to your group and have them reach out to Morgan Lee if they can serve - morgan@compassbible.tv.

Application Questions:

Getting the Most Out of Expository Preaching
1 Thessalonians 2:13

1. Evaluate your weekly preparation for hearing expository preaching. How could prayer help you better prepare? Is there anything in your “pre-church routine” that would help you be more prepared to hear God’s Word well?

2. Read Ephesians 3:20-21. Why is it so easy to get to a place where you are expecting “just another Sunday” at church? How should the truths of this passage affect your expectations and how will that affect your preparation for next weekend at church?

3. What are the biggest distractions you face on a weekly basis during the preaching of God’s Word? What can you do to minimize those?

4. How could you be more of an “active” listener during preaching?

5. Read James 1:22-25. As you consider your response to regular preaching, how could you be a more faithful “doer” rather than just a “hearer”?

December 17, 2021

Important Info:

• Pathways Allowing Us To Stay Setup - Pathways Middle School will allow us to keep our church setup "as-is" when we leave this Sunday! That means we won't have to have a separate setup for Christmas Eve or the following Sunday. Let's continue to praise God for the relationship He's provided with the leadership at Pathways Middle School.

• Reminder: Deacon Retreat - A few new Deacons are receiving Dispatch this week, so this is an announcement and a reminder! We are currently planning a Deacon Retreat for February 4th and 5th. The retreat will not be overnight. Save the date, and more information is to come!

Application Questions:

An Impossible Christmas
Christmas Through the Eyes of Mary
Luke 1:26-38

1. What are some of the situations in your life that might seem impossible? How does considering the power and promises of God help you to think differently about that?

2. How does God’s power displayed through fulfilled prophecy increase your confidence in his power? Choose some prophecies about Jesus’ incarnation to focus on this Christmas.

3. Read 2 Corinthians 4:7. What are some of the ways you have seen this to be true in your own life? How have you seen God being glorified even when you felt weak or insufficient for the task ahead?

4. Read Luke 1:38. What keeps you from offering yourself humbly and willingly as God’s servant like Mary does in this passage? What from her example encourages you to submit to the will of God?

December 10, 2021

Important Info:

• New Hire - Business Administrator - Please welcome Chris Hernandez to the CBCTV team! Starting in January, Chris will be leading the Accounting, HR, and Facilities for CBCTV full-time. Chris will also work with the pastors on the Taking Ground project functioning as the point person, allowing us to approach this project with more consistent/constant energy and focus both now in the fundraising stage and then in the development stage.

• New Hire - Kids Ministry Coordinator - Please welcome the new part-time Kids Ministry Coordinator, Brenda Burandt! Brenda will be helping Morgan, our Kids Ministry Director, coordinate teams, events, and activities. In other words, Brenda will be helping Morgan with everything. This addition to the team will help the Kids Ministry meet the growing demand as God brings more souls (both young and old) to this church!

Application Questions:

Seeing & Believing
Restoration From Failure
John 21

1. What are some of the wrong ways we react to failure in our own lives? What can you learn from the Lord’s restoration of Peter as you respond to failure in your own life?

2. Read Revelation 2:4. What are some of the ways your love for Christ might be tempted to wane? How can you fight to protect this love?

3. Read 1 Peter 4:7-11. While not every Christian has the role of pastor/shepherd, every Christian is called to serve the body of Christ! What are some of the ways you need to be faithful in doing that? What are some of the ways failure can make us want to stop serving others?

4. Read 2 Timothy 4:6-8. What are some of the biggest obstacles that could keep you from finishing the race well? What can you focus on today that will help you for whenever your race comes to an end?

5. Read John 21:22. What are some of the ways you might be tempted to be distracted by other Christians? How can you keep your focus on Jesus?

December 3, 2021

Important Info:

• Christmas Eve Service Times - We will be having Christmas Eve services at Pathways Middle School this year! Service times are at 12:30pm, 2:00pm, and 3:30pm.

• Save the Date for the Deacon Retreat - We are currently planning a Deacon Retreat for February 4th and 5th. Save the date, and more information is to come!

• Biblical Counseling - There will be times when someone in your group needs more in-depth biblical counseling. For example, they may have a specific sin that they need to “put off” that requires more time to create an organized plan. We now have a more formal process to provide that here at CBCTV. You can refer them to this link to fill out their information and request an appointment. We will also put this link in the permanent links if you need it in the future.

Application Questions:

Seeing & Believing
Not Missing the Point
John 20:30-31

1. As we have studied through the Gospel of John, what are some things you have learned about the person of Christ? What are some specific passages that stand out that have helped you learn more about Jesus?

2. What have you learned about the nature of real belief in the Gospel of John? What are some of the key differences in the kind of belief that John is desiring in his readers and the supposed “faith” of many today?

3. Read John 17:3. Think of a few specific ways that knowing God will bless your life this week. What are some of the things in your life that distract you from this ultimate blessing of knowing him?

4. Read John 15:7-11. As we approach the often-busy Christmas season, how will you focus on abiding in Christ? What are some specific aspects of this passage that you want to focus on in the coming weeks?

5. Read John 20:30-31. Who are some specific people you would like to share the truth of Jesus with in hopes that they might believe and have life? Commit to praying them for the next few weeks and seek to speak to them about Jesus this Christmas!

November 26, 2021

Important Info:

• Youth Schedule Updates - Please see the updates to the Plants & Pillars schedule here.

• Parents Welcome to McQuate’s Sendoff - This coming Tuesday, on November 30th, we will spend the entire night at Plants & Pillars, honoring the McQuate’s for their time at CBCTV. Would you please let the parents interested in attending know that they can come for the whole evening if they would like? We understand that they may have to miss Life Group, but this is a one-time event to encourage the McQuate’s as we send them off.

Application Questions:

Biblical Behavior
Enduring Persecution Patiently
James 5:7-11

1. Read James 5:7-9. When you're experiencing persecution or trials, in what ways are you tempted to be impatient? How can you grow to be more patient? 

2. Read Romans 12:19. How can you avoid the temptation to avenge yourself or loved ones when mistreated? What other passages of Scripture could remind you to trust God and not take matters into your own hands? 

3. Read 1 Corinthians 16:21–24. Can you confidently cry out "Maranatha" because you love Christ so much that you want to be with Him? How can you grow in your relationship with Jesus Christ? 

4. Out of the Old Testament saints listed during the message, which one of them encourages you the most? Why? How can you grow to have the type of courage they had? 

5. Read Isaiah 55:8–9. How can you still trust God's process when you are being persecuted or going through trials, and life seems full of despair? What perspective can you gain from reflecting on the story of Job?

November 19, 2021

Important Info:

• Changes With Plants & Pillars- Please watch the video above if you haven’t seen it yet. We will be honoring and celebrating the McQuates during Plants & Pillars on November 30th and parents are welcome to join! Keegan’s last message will be delivered on December 7th. Be sure to encourage them when you see them, thanking them for how much they’ve invested in CBCTV. And be praying for the McQuate’s as they begin this transition.

• Compass Classroom - We’re excited to announce Compass Classroom, a ministry to train everyone at Compass Bible Church Treasure Valley in several categories. We will be offering classes in the Spring, Summer, and Fall. To learn more go here: https://www.compassbible.tv/classroom

• Three Service Schedule - When we move to three services on January 8th and 9th, we’ll use the cafeteria area to teach a Compass Classroom class at 9am and the Plants & Pillars youth at 11am. We will no longer use the cafeteria as overflow when we make this switch, however, we will still provide a “quiet room” in one of the classrooms for those in need.

Application Questions:

Seeing & Believing
Life in a New Era
John 20:19-29

1. Read John 14:27. What are some specific fears or troubles that trusting a living Savior will help you fight this week? How does the reality of the resurrection impact the way you view those fears?

2. Read Luke 10:2. What are some of the things that cause you to lose a sense of urgency and burden for the many lost souls around us and all over the world? How can we maintain urgency and earnestness in our prayers?

3. Read John 16:7-11. What are some of the ways the promise and presence of the Holy Spirit encourages you in the daunting task of reaching the world with the news of the rescue available through Christ?

4. Read John 20:25. Thomas demanded to see the risen Christ for himself. What are some of the “demands” people today will make as an excuse for their unbelief? How can we help them work past these?

5. Read 1 Peter 1:8-9. How have you experienced what these verses speak of regarding the love and joy that come in a relationship with a Savior you have never seen? How can you experience more of this love and joy?

November 12, 2021

Important Info:

• Boiler Room & Taking Ground - As a reminder, we’d love to have each one of you attend at least one Boiler Room meeting this month to pray for Taking Ground. You can see the schedule here. For bonus points, invite others in your group to join you. NOTE: The fourth Boiler Room this month is the day after Thanksgiving, so please plan accordingly.

• Pray for Taking Ground at Life Group - Please remember to pray for Taking Ground at the BEGINNING of each Life Group meeting in November. If you want topics to pray for, feel free to grab them right off of this prayer calendar!

Application Questions:

Biblical Behavior
Stewarding Wealth With an Eternal Perspective
James 5:1-6

1. Read Matthew 6:19–21. In what ways have you been faithful to “store up treasures in heaven,” and in what ways would you like to be more faithful? How can you live more focused on eternity rather than this short life when it comes to your wealth? 

2. Read Matthew 6:25-34. Do you trust the Lord to provide for all of your needs? In what ways have you not trusted the Lord with this in the past? How can you continue to trust Him more? 

3. Have you been tempted to commit any of the “Short-Sighted Rich’s” offenses (Hoarding Possessions, Gaining Wealth Dishonestly, Indulging Selfishly, Maintaining Wealth Unethically)? If so, how have you (or will you) avoid sinning in these specific ways? 

4. Read Mark 12:41–44 and 2 Corinthians 9:6–8. How can you grow to be more faithful and cheerful when it comes to giving your wealth to the Lord? 

5. Spend time praying and discussing (with a spouse or friend) about how you can more faithfully serve God with the wealth that He has entrusted you to steward. Share with the group some of the actionable items from this time in prayer and discussion.

November 5, 2021

Important Info:

• Taking Ground Digital Calendar - We will place the prayer calendars out during this weekend’s service, but be sure to share this digital calendar with your Life Group. It even offers the ability to add it to a google calendar if that’s helpful.

• We’re Going to Three Services - This weekend, we will be announcing to the congregation that we are moving to three services starting on January 9th, 2022. The third service will be on Saturday nights at 5pm. We will be sharing more details as we get closer. On Sunday, December 5th, we will have a ministry fair after each service to help recruit more congregants to serve now that there will be more serving needs with an added service.

Application Questions:

Seeing & Believing
Real Resurrection Joy
John 20:1-18

1. Read John 2:22. How does your faith grow in confidence knowing that the resurrection was foretold by both Jesus and the Old Testament?

2. Read all of Psalm 16. How does this encouraging Psalm become even more powerful when you realize that it predicts the resurrection of Jesus Christ? What are some specific phrases or verses in this Psalm that will encourage you this week?

3. Read John 16:22. What are some of the things you might wrongly allow to take away your joy in the Lord? While there are still valid reasons for grief in this life, why should joy be a constant for believers in a risen Savior?

4. Scan through John 14-16. The resurrection is proof that Jesus will fulfill the promises he makes in these chapters. What are some specific statements/promises in this section of Scripture that will encourage you this week?

5. Read Romans 8:16-17. How does knowing that you are a “fellow heir” with Christ increase your joy? How can you keep this reality more present in your mind this week?