May 6, 2022

Important Info:

• National Equipped Conference Push - We believe that this event will be one NOT to miss. Be sure to pump this even in your ministries and Life Groups! And as a reminder, if someone can’t attend due to financial constraints, push them our way so that we can scholarship their registration fees. Let’s get our whole church at this conference!

• Awana Graduation (For Thursday Awana LG’s) - Awana graduation is THIS coming Thursday. Be sure to get anyone with an Awana student into the Legacy Life auditorium by 8pm to start the final ceremony.

• Reminder - Men’s Deacon Meeting - Men, we will have a Men’s Deacon meeting on 5/22 from 6-8pm at the church office: 12592 W Explorer Dr Suite 100 Boise, ID, 83713. We will be talking about something we’ll be doing over the next several months that is critical to the spiritual health of the men in our church.

Application Questions:

Getting The Most Out Of The Mist
Putting Ecclesiastes To Work
Ecclesiastes 11:1-6

1. Read Ecclesiastes 3:9-13. What are some current situations in your life where the providence of God is particularly
   encouraging to you? How should this reality change your outlook on the situation?

2. Read Ecclesiastes 10:8 & 11:4. The first verse warns us about the dangers of being too hasty in our work, while the second warns us about being too cautious in our work. Do you naturally lean one of those two directions? What are some things we should consider to make sure we are avoiding both of these errors?

3. Read Ecclesiastes 11:6. As you consider this verse, in what area of your life/work would you most like to be more diligent? What will more diligence in that area look like?

4. Read Colossians 4:5-6. How do you think you could be more industrious with the current evangelistic opportunities in your life? How could you make more of the opportunities God has brought your way?

5. As we begin to close up Ecclesiastes, how has studying this book changed/refreshed your perspective on life? How should these changes specifically affect your outlook on your “work,” whatever that may be?

April 29, 2022

Important Info:

• Next Men’s Series & Men’s Retreat Themes - The following three men’s events will be a series titled “Humility.” This series will explore why and how God calls us to humility as men. These three events will lead us up to (and prepare us for) the Men’s retreat. The Men’s retreat will take place 10/27-10/29 at Quaker Hill in McCall, and the theme will be “Victory.” We will explore how to have victory over anger, lust, and pride. Life Group leaders, please consider rallying your men to get to the following three events and the retreat!

• Next Men’s Deacon Meeting - Men, mark in your calendars that we will have a Men’s Deacon meeting on 5/22 from 6-8pm. More details to come!

• Life Group Summer Schedules

  • Thursday Night Life Groups: Here are the dates that we will be doing the special program for Kids titled “Who is Jesus?”: June 16, 30 & July 7, 14, 21. We encourage you to plan a few fellowships throughout the Summer during those weeks that you are “off.” See the Awana Schedule.

  • Tuesday Night Life Groups: We will continue to meet with Plants & Pillars throughout the Summer. Feel free to take breaks at your discretion (or follow the same pattern as the Thursday night groups). See the Awana Schedule.

  • All Other Groups: Feel free to take breaks at your discretion (or follow the same pattern as the Thursday night groups). See the Awana Schedule.

Application Questions:

Biblical Behavior
Rescuing the Deceived From Death
James 5:19-20

1. Read Matthew 7:1-5. Observing the behavior of other professing Christians can be a delicate situation. How can you be a “fruit inspector” while not being so presumptuous to be a “salvation inspector?” Discuss approaches that have worked well when discussing fruit with other professing Christians and approaches that have not worked. 

2. Read James 5:19-20. Have you ever considered that there might be professing Christians inside the church who are not true believers? How might this change how you approach new relationships in the church? 

3. Read 2 Corinthians 5:16–21. Although we are called to be ambassadors for Christ, imploring the lost to be reconciled to Christ, how can we be tender in our approach to this task? Why is it even more important to be tender when approaching a professing Christian whose behavior is not biblical? (Hint: We don’t have the privilege of knowing what’s in their heart.) 

4. Read Romans 6:23. Why is it important for us to feel the weight of the reality of hell? Have you experienced the joy of seeing someone get saved? If so, explain the height of that joy in contrast to the weight of despair they would have experienced in hell. (Here are a few other references to Hell in the NT: Matt. 13:40, 42, 50; 25:41, 46; Mark 9:43–49; 2 Thess. 1:8–9; Rev. 20:11–15; 21:8)

5. Review the 13 tests that James has given throughout his entire epistle. Are there any tests that you have failed? As a believer, have these tests revealed areas where you need to grow in sanctification? Have these tests shown that you are deceived and need to repent and truly trust Christ? If so, discuss this reality with a leader or pastor.

April 22, 2022

Important Info:

• Carpooling Is Necessary for the Next Women’s Event - The next women’s event will be special, including the venue! Because of the venue’s limited parking, please help to encourage and coordinate carpooling within your Life Group. At next week’s meeting, please announce that carpooling will be necessary.

• Baptisms This Weekend! - Here is a list of the baptisms happening this weekend:

  • 5pm
    Leila Mohtosham
    Chey Jones

  • 9am
    Quentin Begley
    Owen Plaster

  • 11am
    Evangelina Morris
    Shelley Montclair

• National Equipped Around the Corner - The National Equipped Conference is right around the corner! We’d love to have as many of you deacons attend this event as possible. Please let us know if you have any questions or obstacles to attending. Please remind your Life Group about the upcoming June 3rd-5th dates.

Application Questions:

Getting the Most From the Mist
Valuing Wisdom in a Foolish World
Ecclesiastes 9:13-10:20

1. Read James 3:17. What are some of the ways you have benefited from the fruit of wisdom in your life? How does this help you see the superiority of wisdom to any alternative?

2. Read Ecclesiastes 10:2. As we are reminded that wisdom really flows from our hearts, what are some of the desires of your heart that you will have to fight against as you pursue a life well-lived?

3. Read Ecclesiastes 10:8-11. As you think about working with wisdom, what are some wrong motives you might need to watch out for that could cause you to work in a careless or foolish way? What are some practical ways you could “work smarter” as opposed to just working harder?

4. Read Psalm 141:3 & Ephesians 4:29. What are some ways you may need to guard your lips from foolish talk or words from failing to build up or give grace?

5. Read Philippians 4:4-6. How is living with joy possible in a world where foolishness causes so much destruction? What are some theological truths that will help us to live this way? What are some of the godly ways we can deal with the foolishness we see all around us as opposed to merely getting angry?

April 15, 2022

Important Info:

• We Need Ignite Counselors - We’re praying that this year’s Ignite Youth Camp is the biggest and best yet! Because this camp is so big, we need extra counselors to attend. Please let us know (email charlie@compassbible.tv) if you or anyone you know would be able to serve as a counselor from June 8th through the 11th (Wednesday morning through Saturday morning). The best candidates to serve in this position are married couples without any small children so that they can go up together and each serve the guys/girls respectively.

• Guest Worship Leader Next Weekend - You’ll notice a guest leading worship next weekend. His name is Jonathan Broadworth, and he’s a candidate for a worship position. Be praying for him and his wife as they visit CBCTV next weekend!

Application Questions:

Paradise
What It Will Be Like & Who Will Be There
Revelation 21:1-8

1. Read Psalm 27:4, 8. How does your life reflect an anticipation of God’s unfiltered presence right now? How does thinking more about perfect fellowship with God in heaven motivate you to pursue him this week?

2. Read Revelation 22:1-5. As you consider this passage and other passages that teach about heaven, what are some of the things you are most looking forward to? Think both about the kinds of things that will be there, as well as the things that will not.

3. Read Colossians 3:1-4. The gravity of daily life seems to pull our focus down to the things of earth. As you go through the hustle and bustle of another week, how can you increasingly set your mind on the things above?

4. Read 1 Corinthians 6:9-11. None of us deserve to inherit the kingdom of God. What are some of the specific ways reflecting on this passage and the undeserved glories of heaven make you more thankful for what you will experience there?

5. Read Revelations 21:6-8. How do these verses inspire you to choose Christ and stand for him over and against the world? How will that resolve be put to the test this month?

April 8, 2022

Important Info:

• Can You Personally Request Eggstravaganza Volunteers? - We still have volunteer needs during the Eggstravaganza event, especially at 12:00pm and 12:30pm at the face painting, inflatables, and sensory station posts. Will you send a message out to your Life Group or ministry with this link for them to sign up?

• Taking off Life Groups During Easter Week - Since we are broadcasting Resurrection Week Live (RWL) from Sunday through Thursday at 8pm, we recommend that you take the week off from meeting together as a Life Group or meet to watch RWL together!

• Compass Classroom Next Semester - We will be announcing other classes for the Summer semester soon. Today we're excited to announce that on 5/8, we will begin a study of the Minor Prophets on Sundays at 9am in the cafeteria.

• Our Weekend Parking Situation - We're frequently running out of parking at the 11am service, and sometimes we're getting close at the 9am service. If you are able (physically) to park farther away (at the school over next to Locust Grove), will you do so? That will help free up spaces for guests who visit us each weekend. Thanks!

Application Questions:

Paradise
How Paradise Was Lost
Genesis 3

1. Read 2 Corinthians 11:3. What are some of the ways your thoughts are being led astray from devotion to Christ? What are some of the lies you encounter that try to tell you that God is withholding what is good/best from you?

2. Read Genesis 3:4-5. Satan directly counters the Word of God! What are some ways you may be tempted to doubt God’s Word? On the other hand, how can you use God’s Word to counter your temptations?

3. Read Romans 6:15-19. What are some ways you have seen sin lead to compounding consequences and slavery in your own life? How have you seen God graciously work through righteous deeds to reverse the effects of the curse in your life? How can that motivate you towards righteousness this week?

4. Read Genesis 3:15. Especially as we begin Resurrection Week, what hope does the promise of this verse bring to you? What are some other Scriptures that speak of God reversing the curse that you will meditate on this week as you celebrate the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ?

5. Spend some extra time praying that God would work through the events of this week to glorify Jesus Christ, to build up the saints, and to bring lost souls to salvation.

April 1, 2022

Important Info:

• Upcoming Plants & Pillars 5th Grade Info Meeting - This year is going to be the best Ignite yet! We want to get all of the upcoming 6th graders at this camp, so we’re going to host an informational meeting for the current 5th-grade parents before the “move up weekend.” Please share these details with those parents in your group.

  • Plants & Pillars is inviting all 5th-grade parents to an important informational meeting! 

    Date: April 30th
    Location: Pathways Middle School Cafeteria
    Time: 5pm during the service

    Move up weekend at Compass Bible Church Treasure Valley happens on the weekend of June 4th and 5th. Your 5th grader will transition into our youth ministry called Plants & Pillars! We’re so excited to welcome them. We want to welcome you to this important meeting where we’ll share details about the ministry in general and about Ignite, our Summer camp that is open for registration and takes place June 8th-11th. 

• Doral Will Be Closed on 4/12 - There will be no Plants & Pillars on 4/12 during Easter Week and Doral Academy will be closed that evening.

• See You Sunday Evening for Prayer! - Pastor Ben just sent out a reminder that we’ll be meeting from 7-8pm at his home this Sunday evening.

Application Questions:

Getting the Most Out of the Mist
Enjoying a Short and Uncertain Life
Ecclesiastes 9:1-12

1. Read Psalm 90:12. The certainty of death has been a steady theme of our study through Ecclesiastes. What are some of the benefits of thinking about this reality? Why is it important to grapple with the evil of death before it hits you or someone close to you?

2. Read James 4:13-17. What are some of the ways you have seen the uncertainty of life change plans that you thought were a sure thing? How have these experiences taught you to live with more of a “Lord willing” mindset?

3. What are some of the “simple” things in life that you may take for granted? How can you view these things more as gifts from God? How will that change your own perspective and actions?

4. Read Ecclesiastes 9:10. Are you currently doing “whatever your hand finds to do” with all your might? What are some specific areas of your life that you would like to give more effort in order to do it for the glory of God.

5. Reread Ecclesiastes 9:9. Husbands, what would greater obedience to this command look like in your life? Wives, what can you do to make this week easier for your husband to enjoy life with you? Singles, what can you do to set a pattern of contentment in your life right now?

March 25, 2022

Important Info:

• We Need Leaders for Ignite - This year’s Plants & Pillars camp is Wednesday, June 8th through Saturday (Morning), June 11th. Although we have fantastic leaders in this ministry, we don’t have enough of them to cover all of the needs at Ignite. If you are interested in going to camp as a leader or want more information, please contact Cody Davidson at cody@compassible.tv.

• We Need Actors for the Bible Time Marketplace - Morgan Lee still needs a few actors for Easter Sunday. At 8am-4 actors, 9:45am-3 actors, 11:30am-1 actor. Can you share this need with your Life Group? Anyone interested can contact Morgan Lee at morgan@compassbible.tv.

Application Questions:

Biblical Behavior
Restoring Through Prayer
James 5:13-18

1. Out of the five principles of prayer, which one was most helpful? What will you do differently in light of these principles? 

2. Read James 5:16: How good of a job are you doing at putting confession and prayer at the center of your Christian relationships? In what ways would you like to improve in this area? 

3. How healthy is your prayer life? Take some time to evaluate this area of your spiritual maturity honestly. How would you like to grow in prayer? How can you rely on those around you to help you? 

4. Read 2 Corinthians 1:3–4. Think of a time when God comforted you in your affliction. How did He provide strength to you during this time of weakness? 

5. Read James 5:16-18. Do you pray biblically, fervently, and desperately? If you do, how have you seen God’s power on display through His responses? If not, why not? How can you learn to pray in this way more?

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”?