November 11, 2022

Important Info:

• Deacon Retreat Overnight Option - Like we said last week, we’re excited to announce the upcoming annual Deacon Retreat! We will meet on January 27th for dinner through January 28th around lunchtime. We will be meeting in the Boise area. Although it will be local, we will be providing an option to spend the night for those who want to take advantage of this convenience. We would like to have all of the Deacons present at this retreat so please be sure to reach out if you have a conflict with those dates already.

• Make Prayer a Big Part of Life Groups - In light of Pastor Ben’s encouragement last weekend to have a persistent pattern of prayer, let us make sure that prayer is a core component of our life group meetings. One way we can do this is by starting our meetings with prayer, ensuring we have enough time by making it the first thing we do when we gather.

• Men’s Q&A Tomorrow at Meridian First Baptist - Make sure you remind the men in your group to attend the Men’s Breakfast & Q&A with the Pastors tomorrow morning. We are meeting at Meridian First Baptist Church, not Legacy Life, 8am-10am. We will see you there! We will not be breaking into Life Groups at the end like we usually do because we will spend the entire morning engaged in the Q&A time.

Application Questions:

Shoulder to Shoulder for the Gospel
Models of Service, Pt. 1
Philippians 2:19-24

1. What are some of the factors that make it popular in our culture for us to merely focus on our “personal relationship” with Jesus and to disconnect that relationship from caring about others? What are some of the negative effects from this way of thinking?

2. Read Philippians 2:21. What are some of the ways “your own interests” may compete with those of Jesus Christ? How could these keep you not only from pursuing Christ, but also from caring for others?

3. How can you actively fill more of your mind and life with the interests of Jesus Christ? In order to give more attention to these things, what will you have to give less attention to?

4. Read Galatians 6:7-10. How does the imagery of sowing and reaping go against our culture’s desire for things that are quick and easy? What are some ways you may be tempted to grow weary in doing good?

5. Read 2 Timothy 2:2. How can you integrate this mindset of passing on what you have learned to others into your week-to-week life?
   

November 4, 2022

Important Info:

• Deacon Retreat 2023! - We’re excited to announce the upcoming annual Deacon Retreat! We’ll have more details soon, but please block out your calendars for January 27th, Friday Evening, and January 28th, Saturday Morning-Midday. We will be meeting in the Boise area. Please plan to join us as we spend time in fellowship, and we look forward to our ministry together in 2023.

• Men’s Retreat Videos Are Up - Be sure to send the men in your Life group the link to the Men’s Retreat videos (including the testimonials). This might provide a good opportunity to get together with the guys who couldn’t make it to discuss the group questions. You can find the questions we discussed at the retreat here.

• Invite Your Men to Q&A - Invite your men to attend our upcoming Men’s Breakfast, featuring a Q&A with our pastors. It will be at Meridian First Baptist, 428 W Pine Ave, Meridian, ID 83642, and you can register here.

Application Questions:

New House, Same Family
Three Commitments of a Growing Church
Acts 2:42

1. How could you approach the Word with a greater sense of expectancy (whether in your personal study or as a church family)? What difference do you think that will make in those times?

2. Read Hebrews 10:23-25. How has fellowship with and encouragement from other believers helped you hold fast in your faith? How can you be more thoughtful and intentional in encouraging others on a regular basis?

3. Review Philippians 2:3-5. Why is this “others first” mentality so crucial in the Christian life? How do you need to guard against an unhelpful self-focus as you interact with others?

4. Read Acts 1:14. What are the biggest reasons prayer is neglected (whether personally or corporately)? What needs to change in your thinking to make prayer a more persistent practice in your own life?
   Spend some extra time praying with your life group and recommit yourself to making prayer a substantial part of your weekly meeting. Use the prayer list below as a guide.
   

October 21, 2022

Important Info:

• Final List of Men Registered For Retreat - Men, you can see an updated list of men from your Life Group who have registered for the retreat at this link. Life Groups are split up by tabs, which you may find easier to navigate on a desktop. Thank you for reaching out these past weeks; please make one last push, as we are less than a week away from the retreat! HERE you will find information about the retreat we sent out to registrants today. Hopefully, this info will help you answer any questions that come up from within your LG.

• Men’s Deacon Meeting Tomorrow - With the retreat rapidly approaching, we are getting together tomorrow, Saturday, 10/22, from 6pm-7:30pm to discuss the retreat at the church offices: 12592 W Explorer Dr Suite 100 Boise, ID 83713. Dinner will be provided. Please join us for this important meeting as we prepare for the retreat, ensuring we are all on the same page, praying together for God to provide rich fruit through the ministry of this retreat.

• Pathways Middle School Gift Reminder - Be sure to remind those in your Life Group or ministries that we are collecting and offering to provide gifts for Pathways Middle School and their families! Here is a link to give online (select the dropdown Pathways Thank You).

Application Questions:

Foundations of a Fortified Faith
The Book of Ruth

1. Read Ruth 1:1-5. How do you tend to respond in the midst of difficult circumstances? What do your response(s) reveal about your faith?

2. How can you practically "rest" in the character of God in the midst of painful and difficult circumstances?

3. Read 2 Timothy 2:20-21. What do Boaz and Ruth teach us about the type of people God uses to accomplish his purposes?

4. Read Ruth 3:1-6. How does faith embolden obedience? Why is it often difficult to obey when we can't immediately see the outcome/result?

5. Read Ephesians 1:3-14. Boaz (his generosity, kindness, intentionality, and redemption of Ruth) is a picture of what God provides for us in Christ. How have you seen God's generosity, kindness, intentionality, and redemption in your own life?

6. What can often keep us from seeing the "bigger picture" of what God is doing in our lives? How can we reframe those distractions to better rest in God even in the midst of circumstances that may be difficult?

October 14, 2022

Important Info:

• Updated List of Men Registered For Retreat - Men, you can see at this link which of the men in your Life Group are registered for the retreat - Life Groups are split up by tabs, which you may find easier to navigate on a desktop. Thank you for reaching out this past week; please continue doing so, as we are only 2 weeks away from the retreat! HERE you will find information about the retreat that we sent out to registrants today. Hopefully, this info will help you answer any questions that come up from within your LG.

• Plants & Pillars Moving to Sunday - This weekend, we will be announcing that our Students Ministries, Plants & Pillars, will be moving to Sundays from 5:30pm-7:30pm, meeting at Compass Charter School. There are several advantages gained from this move, the first being that it allows P&P to split into MS and HS. We’re excited to announce that Johnny Broadworth will lead the Middle School ministry! Also important to note: The Life Groups that meet on Tuesdays will continue to meet at their regular place and time. Please continue to pray for more space at Doral Academy (or a larger facility elsewhere) to expand what we can offer regarding Adventure Club and Life Group capacity.

• Operation Christmas Child - Jon and Linda Senn, members of the Odell Life Group, help collect shoeboxes for Operation Christmas Child. If you and/or your Life Group would like to participate in OCC, the Senns will be collecting shoeboxes between services on 11/13 & 11/20, or you can drop off the filled shoebox at Living Hope Church, 14301 W McMillan Road, Meridian, ID at these times:
  Mon, 11/14: 10AM - 3PM
  Tue, 11/15: 1PM - 3PM
  Wed 11/16: 1PM - 3PM
  Thu 11/17: 3PM - 5PM
  Frid 11/18: 12PM - 4PM
  Sat 11/19: 9AM - 1PM
  Sun 11/20: 1PM - 5PM
  Mon 11/21: 10AM - 4PM
  For more information on Operation Christmas Child, you can watch this video. You can find information on How to Pack a Shoebox and on The Journey of a Shoebox.

Application Questions:

Shoulder to Shoulder for the Gospel
Living Out Your Salvation
Philippians 2:12-13

1. Read Philippians 2:9-11. How would you like to see the reality that Jesus Christ is Lord and highly exalted reflected in your life most this week?

2. Read Ephesians 4:17-24. Why should we think of our “work” in sanctification not as a burden but as something good & positive? Why should “working out our salvation” be a joy?

3. Think through the tools (Word, prayer, and suffering) that were mentioned in the sermon. How have you seen God use these tools to help you “work out your salvation”? In what ways would you like to grow more effective in learning from these things?

4. Read James 4:6-8. As you think through areas of needed growth in your life, how will those situations require you to submit or yield your desires and impulses to His will? Why is God’s will better than yours in those areas?

5. Read Philippians 2:13. How does it encourage you to know that God is working in you and that His purposes are good? Find at least one other verse that emphasizes these same themes and meditate on it when you are discouraged this week.

October 7, 2022

Important Info:

• Men Registered For Retreat By Life Group - Men, you can see at this link which of the men in your Life Group are registered for the retreat - Life Groups are split up by tabs, which you may find easier to navigate on a desktop. Please reach out to the men in your Life Group who are not yet registered for the retreat to see if they can go.

• Men’s Deacon Meeting 10/22 - Saturday evening, 10/22, we will have a Men’s Deacon meeting to discuss the Men’s Retreat. The meeting will be 6pm-7:30pm at the Church Offices, 12592 W Explorer Dr Suite 100 Boise, and we will have dinner provided. Please attend if you can so we can prepare for the Retreat together.

• No Saturday Services 10/22 & 10/29 - We will NOT have Saturday night services 10/22 & 10/29. We will instead have overflow setup for both the 9am & 11am services those two weekends as we get ready for the transition to Heritage. Continue to pray for our teams as we get ready for this move!

Application Questions:

Shoulder to Shoulder for the Gospel
The King of Servants
Philippians 2:5-11

1. What are some of the things you might be tempted to grasp onto or hold too tightly that could prevent you from serving others? How can the example of Christ cause you to think differently about these things?

2. Read Mark 10:42-45. As you consider that passage and our text in Philippians, what about the example of Christ most amazes you? As you consider how to follow Christ’s example, don’t forget to thank him for how he has served you!

3. Read Mark 14:36. What are some ways that serving others will require you to submit your will to God’s will? What are some of the ways your submission could demonstrate the gospel to others?

4. Read Colossians 3:17. As you think through the activities of your week this week, what will it look like to “do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus”?

5. Read Hebrews 11:24-26. What are some of the ways the treasure or honors of this world may tempt you? How can you follow Moses’ example of looking to the reward?

September 30, 2022

Important Info:

• Women’s Ministry Updates - Here are a few updates for the Women’s Ministry this Fall through December. Please feel free to share them with the ladies in your Life Groups!
  - The last session of our Spot the Lie series is Saturday, 10/22, from 9-11:30 at Meridian First Baptist Church. It will be a Q&A with our Pastors. Plan on joining us for this capstone of our series. Register here.
  - On Monday, 10/24, we will start a six-week Fall Book Club. The books will be available for purchase at the Q&A event and will also be available at the church services that weekend. Register here.
  - Friday, 12/9, 7-9pm we will be having our “Come Let Us Adore Him” women’s event. Held at The Pursuit Church (6151 N Discovery Pl, Boise, ID 83713), this event will feature worship, devotional teaching, and dessert fellowship.
  Mark your calendars for these events, and we look forward to seeing you there!

• Boise Rescue Mission Opportunity - Deke Schultz, a member of the Rush’s Life Group, works at the Boise Rescue Mission. The Rush’s Life Group is doing a food drive for the Mission, as they have struggled this year with donations due to the downturned economy. If you would be interested in also doing a food drive for the Boise Rescue Mission, and if you want more information on the Mission itself, you can find that here.

Application Questions:

Shoulder to Shoulder for the Gospel
The Joy of a Unified Team
Philippians 2:1-4

1. Read Philippians 2:1 & Ephesians 1:18. Reflect on the riches available to you in Christ. How should Christ’s riches free you to pursue unity and selflessness this week? What distracts you most from the reality of our riches in Christ?

2. Read 2 Corinthians 1:3-7. How have you experienced the comfort of God in your life? How should the comfort of God help to shape our perspectives on suffering and service?

3. Read 1 Thessalonians 4:9-10. What are some of the greatest challenges to loving people well over a long period of time and even seeing that love grow instead of decrease? How should our study of Philippians refresh your commitment to love others well?

4. Read Philippians 2:3. What are the ways you think you might be actively tempted to focus on your own selfish ambition or conceit? Why should these desires seem foolish in light of your riches in Christ?

5. Read Philippians 2:4. What are some ways you need to actively focus on the concerns of others this week? What kinds of specific actions should that lead you to?

September 23, 2022

Important Info:

• Men Life Group Leaders: Leading at the Retreat - If you are a Life Group Leader and unable to attend the Men’s Retreat, let’s begin talking about someone within your group who will be able to lead discussions in your place. Please dentify a man in your group who will be at the retreat and can lead the discussions at the retreat. This might be an excellent opportunity for one of the men you have been intentionally pouring into in light of our most recent Deacons training meeting (think: inner circle). Please let Pastor Charlie know who it is that you are thinking about as your replacement for the Retreat. If you can attend and have yet to register, please register here.

• Make Evangelistic Opportunities a Part of Life Groups - Life Group Leaders, please make “sharing evangelistic opportunities” a regular part of your time together as a Life Group. This could be as simple as asking the group, “Who had the opportunity to share the gospel with someone this week?” Let this be a practice that helps fuel our passion for evangelism and allows us to pray for those with whom we have been sharing the Gospel. This rhythm of sharing will also help us Deacons lead the charge by sharing our faith regularly as an example for the group.

Application Questions:

Shoulder to Shoulder for the Gospel
Living as Gospel Citizens
Philippians 1:27-30

1. Read Titus 2:10. What are ways that people can represent the gospel either well or poorly? Specifically, what are some ways you would like to see your attitudes/actions be used to adorn the gospel?

2. Read Ephesians 4:1-3. Why do you think the attributes listed in vv. 2-3 are so essential to “walking in a manner worthy” of our calling? How would you like to grow in seeing these attributes in your life?

3. Read Philippians 1:3-5. So much of the unity/fellowship we see from Paul and the Philippians comes from this gospel partnership. How can you seek to make your relationships more focused on the advance of the gospel?

4. Read Philippians 1:28. How would you like to see more of this unfrightened mindset in your own life? How should thinking about the future and Christ’s sure victory help in this?

5. Read Philippians 1:29-30 & 2 Corinthians 12:9-10. Compare Paul’s view of suffering with your own. What needs to change in your mindset to see suffering as a gift?

September 16, 2022

Important Info:

• Let’s Pray for Heritage & Land - We will move to Heritage Middle School on November 6th. And we are currently in negotiations on a piece of land that we could have more information on soon. Deacons, will you commit to leading the church in prayer for the following items?

  • Heritage Middle School:

    • Pray that God will let us use this facility well to grow His Kingdom and for His Glory.

    • Pray that God will prompt the right volunteers to serve and meet the church's needs.

    • Pray that all of our equipment will arrive with plenty of time to assemble and prep.

    • Pray that Kids Ministry will adapt quickly to the new setup in this new space.

  • Potential Property:

    • Pray that God will make us aware of any problems or reasons not to continue this deal.

    • Pray that God will give the pastoral staff and advisory team wisdom during negotiations.

    • Pray that God will prepare the church to give generously to complete the purchase and then build.

    • Pray that God will bring the right relationships to accomplish the next building phase.

Application Questions:

Shoulder to Shoulder for the Gospel
Viewing “Life or Death” as a “Win-Win”
Philippians 1:18b-26

1. Read Philippians 1:19-20. As you consider the trials or persecution you may face, what are the biggest ways you may be tempted to not honor Christ? How does the “help of the Spirit of Jesus Christ” increase your confidence and courage as you think about these temptations?

2. Read 2 Corinthians 1:11 & Romans 15:30. How have you seen the prayers of others help you? While we have talked a lot in Philippians about you praying for others, how can you seek/invite the prayers of others into your trials? What are some of the things that might keep you from doing this?

3. Read Matthew 13:44-46. Why are Christ and His kingdom so valuable? How should these realities affect your life?

4. Read Philippians 1:21. What might keep you from viewing death as gain? How should the Bible’s teaching about death change your view of it? (see also Hebrews 2:15)

5. Read Philippians 1:25. What are things other people have done that increased your faith and joy? How can you do that for others this week?

September 9, 2022

Important Info:

• Heritage Move - The day has arrived - we have, by God’s Goodness and Grace towards our church, outgrown Pathways Middle School. But, by God’s Providence, we have been able to secure space with Heritage Middle School, just down the road. Heritage is located on the Northeast corner at the intersection of McMillan Road and Meridian Road. Our plan, Lord willing, is to move into Heritage on November 6th, the first Sunday of November. We are working to order all of the necessary equipment and materials for the setup at Heritage. What we need are more servants to help execute everything going on at Heritage, from increased Kids Ministry leaders to a more robust setup & teardown team. If anyone in your Life Group is looking for a place to serve, this is an excellent time for them to begin serving, whether it be with Kids Min, Facilities, Tech, or any of our other Weekend Service Teams. We will be hosting a ministry fair soon (late September/early October - keep your eyes peeled). And be praying that God would let us use this facility well to grow His Kingdom and for His Glory, just as He so graciously has here at Pathways. Let’s Go!

• Baptisms This Weekend - Don’t forget that this weekend we have our next set of Baptisms. Join us as we celebrate God’s work of salvation in the lives of our brothers & sisters as they make their public confession of faith!

Application Questions:

Shoulder to Shoulder for the Gospel
Following a Gospel Trailblazer
Philippians 1:12-18

1. Read Philippians 1:12. Have you seen God use suffering or hard circumstances in your life to advance the gospel? If so, how? Even if not, what are some ways that Paul’s example and God’s sovereignty can lead to this same joy and confidence?

2. What are the greatest areas of opportunity for the sharing of the gospel in your life? How can you seek to maximize these opportunities for the gospel? How can you team up with others to accomplish this?

3. Read Philippians 4:4-7, 11-13. Paul clearly practiced what he preached in these verses. How can your attitudes follow his example and become a powerful testimony to the gospel as you seek to share it with others?

4. Read Philippians 1:14. What is most daunting to you in the task of sharing the gospel with others? What will help you grow more confident in those situations to speak the word without fear?

5. Read 2 Corinthians 5:11-21. What can you do to foster more of the right & pure motives for sharing the gospel in your life? How can these motives keep you from the feeling of competition with other Christians who are sharing the gospel?

September 2, 2022

Important Info:

• Family Weekend Sessions Are Now On YouTube - If you or anyone in your Life Group was unable to attend some of the sessions from Family Weekend last weekend, you can find the messages here. Continue to pray that this past Family Weekend would yield much fruit in the lives of the parents and children of Compass Bible Church.

• Men’s Retreat Registration Live - Our second annual Men’s Retreat is coming up in two months, October 27-29. We will head up to Quaker Hill Camp & Conference Center in McCall. Our theme is Victory, where we will learn about victory over sin through Christ. Registration for the retreat is live; you can learn more and register for the retreat here. Please encourage the men in your life group to sign up and attend this year’s retreat.

• Men’s Retreat Accommodations - We know that some men have physical realities that make a “camp” atmosphere a little difficult. Please note that Quaker Hill’s accommodations are on the nicer end of the camp experience. The upper floors of the main building have an attached bathroom to the bunks inside. So there is no walking outside or lack of privacy when it comes to using the restrooms. The sleeping areas and beds are comfortable and have more climate control than in the past, and there are indoor rest/meeting areas as well. (See photos below or visit Quaker Hills Lodging & Facilities page)

Application Questions:

Shoulder to Shoulder for the Gospel
God’s Heart for Every Church
Philippians 1:9-11

1. Why should being “pure and blameless for the day of Christ” be such a strong desire for every Christian? What are some of the ways you may be tempted to get distracted from this goal by worldly definitions of “success” or by anything else?

2. Read Galatians 5:16-24. What are the biggest things that could keep you from being prepared for the day of Christ? As you consider the first list here (*the works of the flesh”), what are some of these sins that you need to repent of or especially guard against? What are some of the “fruit of the Spirit” that you would prayerfully like to see more of in your life?

3. Read John 13:34. As you think about the standard of love to which Jesus has called us, what are some ways you would like to see your commitment to others “abound more and more”?

4. Read Philippians 1:9-10a. How would you like to see your love grow in wisdom? How could you be more intentional about getting to know people? How would you like to grow in discernment as you encourage or admonish others?

5. Read Colossians 1:9-14. As you consider this prayer and the one in our own passage, what are some of the specific requests that you want to more faithfully pray for the people on your prayer list?

August 26, 2022

Important Info:

• Men’s Retreat Registration Live - Our second annual Men’s Retreat is coming up in two months, October 27-29. We will head up to Quaker Hill Camp & Conference Center in McCall. Our theme is Victory, where we will learn about victory over sin through Christ. Registration for the retreat is live; you can learn more and register for the retreat here. Please encourage the men in your life group to sign up and attend this year’s retreat.

• Men’s Retreat Accommodations - We know that some men have physical realities that make a “camp” atmosphere a little difficult. Please note that Quaker Hill’s accommodations are on the nicer end of the camp experience. The upper floors of the main building have an attached bathroom to the bunks inside. So there is no walking outside or lack of privacy when it comes to using the restrooms. The sleeping areas and beds are comfortable and have more climate control than in the past, and there are indoor rest/meeting areas as well. (See photos below or visit Quaker Hills Lodging & Facilities page)

Pump the Basics of Evangelism Class - We are encouraging each Life Group to go out on one Saturday between now and the end of October (register here if you haven’t yet), but we also want to encourage people to attend the Basics of Evangelism. This class is designed for Christians who want to grow in their confidence to make disciples by the proclamation of God's Word. Evangelism is an important part of our calling, and this class will help You can register for the class here.

Application Questions:

Shoulder to Shoulder for the Gospel
The Makings of Strong Christian Relationships
Philippians 1:1-8

1. On your own, read through the whole book of Philippians. What are some aspects of a healthy Christian life and healthy Christian relationships that you see in this letter that you want to see strengthened in your own life as we study it together?

2. Read Matthew 6:33. What are some of the things that distract your life and relationships from the gospel? What are some of the proactive ways you can focus these things around Jesus and His mission?

3. Read 2 Corinthians 6:11-13. What are some of the things that can constrict your affection and heart for others? What are some biblical truths that will help you widen your heart?

4. Honestly evaluate the frequency and strength of your prayers for other believers. What are some practical ways you can work to be a more faithful prayer warrior for your brothers and sisters in Christ?

5. Who are some fellow Christians that you want to reach out to this week in order to encourage them? What means of communication will you use to do that? (Remember to include some who live near you and some who do not on this list!)

August 19, 2022

Important Info:

• Life Group Games Question - Our second annual Life Group Games are back on 8/28 at our All Church Picnic, and we want every group to participate! Life Group leaders, will you let Pastor Charlie know if there’s anything preventing your group from participating? Otherwise, we’ll expect you to be there, ready to destroy your opponents. Pastor Charlie and Cody have worked to make the games accessible to every group. Come, participate, and help get our whole church excited to be part of the picnic - and maybe our competitive camaraderie as Life Groups will help get those on the fence off of it and into a Life Group!

• Thursday Nights Start Back Soon - Starting Thursday, September 1st, we are back with Adventure Club and Thursday Night Life Groups! You can find a detailed schedule of Adventure Club - theme nights, off nights, etc. here. If your group meets on Thursdays, please make sure you look over that schedule.

Application Questions:

Summer in the Psalms
Satisfaction Guaranteed
Psalm 63

1. Would you consider yourself a satisfied person? If you have already put your trust in Christ, what do you think is holding you back from finding full satisfaction in Christ alone? 

2. Read Psalm 63:1. Have you ever prayed like this before? If so, how often do you come before the Lord in desperation for the satisfaction only He can provide? If not, spend some time crying out to God for your soul to be refreshed by Him alone! 

3. Read Romans 8:38–39. How can understanding God’s loyal love motivate you to seek Him even more? 

4. Read Phillippians 4:6-7. Spend some time listing off things that you are thankful to God for. Don’t overthink your list; write down whatever comes to mind. Pray your thanksgiving list for the next week as you seek satisfaction from God, knowing that He will continue to bless you as His child. 

5. Read Hebrews 12:1–2. How can looking back at the life of former faithful saints encourage you to seek the Lord even more for all of your needs? Are there any distractions or sins you need to “throw off” so you can cling to the Lord Jesus without anything holding you back?

August 12, 2022

Important Info:

• Another Push for Family Weekend Kids Min Volunteers - We currently cannot offer enough Kids Min care for the number of people who have signed up to attend Family Weekend. To serve the actively-raising-children parents of CBCTV, we need to have volunteers for the Kids Min classrooms on Friday evening and Saturday morning. We cannot expand our offerings until we have confirmed volunteers for the various rooms.

  • If you have people in your ministry or Life Group who won’t be attending, can you send this form to them with a request to help ASAP? We want to ensure that we can provide childcare to everyone who needs it so that everyone who wants to attend Family Weekend can.

• Don’t Forget to Register for Life Group Evangelism - SIGN UP HERE - Only 3 of 19 Life Groups have registered to go door-to-door with our evangelism team one Saturday between now and October 29th. How it works: You register your Life Group to go out on a specific Saturday here and communicate when you’ll go out with the Evangelism Team (10am or 1pm). Then have your group show up at the church offices and go out as a group, with the evangelism team, into the surrounding neighborhoods to invite others to church and share the gospel. This is a great way to grow together as a group and foster personal evangelism.

• A Look at the Life Group Games Stage - Life Group leaders, we’re very excited to have your group participate in the 2nd annual Life Group Games. So much so that we put your name on the stage (see below). We’ve been working to create some great games that everyone can participate in (and win)!

Application Questions:

Summer in the Psalms
Giving Up Control
Psalm 115

1. Read Psalm 115:1-3. What situations or circumstances push you to functionally try to "take control" of your life? How should the sovereignty of God shape the way that we handle circumstances that are ultimately out of our control?

2. What does trying to "take control" of our lives and circumstances reveal about our view of God?

3. Read Psalm 115:4-8. What "idols" are we tempted to fashion when we feel like our life is "out of control?"

4. Read Psalm 115:9-18. What is the connection between praise and trust? How does trusting in God help us "relinquish control" to God?

August 5, 2022

Important Info:

• How to Serve at Family Weekend - For life groups with members that are not in the actively-raising-children stage, we ask that you help serve with childcare for Friday night and Saturday morning. Please have anyone willing to serve in this capacity fill out this form. We want to ensure that we can provide childcare to everyone who needs it so that everyone who wants to attend Family Weekend can.

  • We think the easiest way to serve these parents with childcare is to serve with the Kids Min team at The Pursuit facility during the event. This will allow you to work with the age range that makes the most sense for your physical abilities/limitations. It will be easier for our Kids Min team to track our volunteers and how many we still need.

• Guest Preacher This Weekend - Pastor PJ Berner will be here this weekend to guest preach! He will be the Senior Pastor of Compass Bible Church North Texas, launching in the Fall of 2023.

Application Questions:

Summer in the Psalms
The Prayer of the Needy
Psalm 86

1. Read Psalm 139:13-16. How does this passage help us when we are tempted to turn to something or someone else for comfort in times of trials?

2. Read Psalm 16:11 and Revelation 21:1-7. How do passages like this help us have the right perspective on the trials facing us right now? What are some other passages you like to remember when you are facing difficult seasons in life?

3. Read Romans 8:28-29. According to verse 29, what is the good that God is working all things together for in our lies? How does this help us understand God’s purpose for our suffering and the trials we face?

4. What are some principles or truths about God that you have learned from times of neediness that are important to carry over into the easier times in our lives?

July 29 2022

Important Info:

• Reminder: Basics of Biblical Counseling - The Compass Classroom Basics of Biblical Counseling starts in two weeks, on 8/14. This class will highly benefit ministry leaders and Life Group leaders. If you are going to be attending this class, please register here. If you are already registered, encourage others to join you!

• Reminder: Register for an Evangelism Saturday - Don't forget to sign up your Life Group for a Saturday to go door-to-door between now and the end of October. Most Saturdays, there is a group that goes out at 10am and a group at 1pm - your group can choose either time. Please register for your weekend here.

• Moving Church Locations - We want you to be the first to know that we are in the process of completing an agreement to move our church services to Heritage Middle School. Please pray for wisdom as we finalize the contract with the school district. We can't complete the agreement with Heritage until the school administration returns in early August to sign the paperwork. We are looking to start services there in mid-October/early November. Also, this move will mean we will return to just two Sunday services with no more Saturday night services. We'll keep you posted! This exciting opportunity will allow our church to grow immensely (double the adults and children), and we eagerly anticipate God's work in and through our church.

Application Questions:

Summer in the Psalms
Finding Real Purpose & Confidence
Psalm 138

1. Read Colossians 1:15-17. What is lost when we lose sight of the amazing realities in these verses? How are lives negatively affected when people forget that we were made through Jesus Christ and for Jesus Christ?

2. Read Luke 14:25-33 & 18:29-30. What are some of the ways you have had to renounce your own desires and purposes to follow Christ? How have you experienced blessing even in those sacrifices?

3. Read Philippians 1:21. How would you like to see your life a greater expression of those powerful words: “for to me, to live is Christ”? How can your life be more focused on exalting His name and His word?

4. Read Psalm 138:8. How can these words be a comfort to you this week? How is their meaning enriched by understanding the whole Psalm?

5. Read Psalm 138:2. Find a few verses/passages that mention steadfast love or faithfulness (or both!). What are some situations in your life where these verses are particularly encouraging?

July 22, 2022

Important Info:

• Deacon Meeting 7/17 - For those unable to make it this past Sunday evening, you can watch the video above to learn more about our updated multiplication process and helpful Q&A regarding multiplication and raising up new deacons here at Compass.

• Life Group Games - We’ve confirmed dates and locations for our Second Annual Family Weekend! Learn more and register here. With it on the books for 8/26-8/27 at The Pursuit Church, we’ve also locked in our Church Picnic, which means the return of the Life Group Games. Our desire is that every Life Group would participate in the Games this year, and to that end, Cody Davidson and Pastor Charlie are working to ensure the games are accessible and enjoyable for all age groups.

Application Questions:

Summer in the Psalms
Pilgrims at Heart
Psalm 84

1. Read Galatians 5:25. As you think through the categories of holiness, dependence, and gratitude, in what specific ways do you feel that you need to keep in step with the Spirit to a greater degree this week?

2. Read 1 Timothy 3:14-15. How will this reminder that the church is the “household of God” give fresh motivation to you as you attend church, fellowship with other believers, and serve your local church body?

3. Read Psalm 84:6. How will the thought of heaven and the fact that you are getting closer to your destination give you strength and refreshment in some of the “dry places” of your life this week?

4. Read Psalm 84:10. How can you personally testify to the truth of this verse? How have you seen the pleasures of nearness with God to be greater than the pleasures of the world?

5. Read Psalm 84:11. What are some specific temptations in your life that you need to counter with the truths of this verse? Remember, going all the way back to Genesis 3, one of the most basic lies of the enemy is that God is withholding something from you!

July 15, 2022

Important Info:

• Fall Compass Classroom Registrations - We have two new classes launching this Fall, The Basics of Biblical Counseling & the Basics of Evangelism. Life Group leaders: I would love to have you in the Biblical Counseling class! The class has been designed to help you put some “tools” in your bag to lead your group members through various trials. We are also continuing with our Men’s Ministry Track, an intense two-year training program for men who desire to be leaders in the church. To learn more about all three, go to https://www.compassbible.tv/classroom. Be sure to pass these registrations on to anyone you think would be interested.

• Care Ministry Launched - We’re excited to launch the Care Ministry, which you can read more about here https://www.compassbible.tv/care. This ministry will be led by Joe and Cindy Wigton. Please welcome them to the Deacon Team! They will be joining us this Sunday for our gathering.

• Reminder: Deacon Meeting This Sunday Night - This Sunday, July 17th, we will be gathering together for our mid-summer hangout. We will enjoy some fellowship and dinner, discuss multiplication, and provide housekeeping updates. We will meet from 5:30pm-8pm at Stone Crossing, 9600 W Brookside Ln, Boise, ID 83714. We look forward to this time together!

Application Questions:

Summer in the Psalms
When There is No Happy Ending
Psalm 88

1. Read Psalm 13. Why do think we often want to rush toward the happy/positive ending without really wrestling with the intense suffering described in this Psalm?

2. Read James 1:2-4. How have you seen God use suffering to refine you? How can that help build your trust for future trials, even when you can’t tell what their purpose is?

3. As you consider the intense suffering described in Psalm 88, how can this study help you as you seek to come alongside those who may feel that they are in a similar place to this Psalmist?

4. Read Job 3:9-10. Job refuses to use his immense suffering as an excuse to curse God. What are some things you need to be careful to not excuse even though you are suffering?

5. Read Lamentations 3:21-24, especially noting v. 21. What are some of the things that you need to “call to mind” in the midst of suffering that will encourage you to pray? How can you appeal to God in those prayers?

July 8, 2022

Important Info:

• Select an Evangelism Saturday - Please use this form to select a Saturday for your Life Group to go Door to Door. As previously mentioned, we would like each of our Life Groups to go out door-to-door one Saturday between now and the end of October. Please view the available dates and select one that works best for your group. Also, there can be multiple groups that go out on one weekend! Be sure to remind your group that when they go out they can observe someone else do the talking (perhaps this will take the edge off and get more participation in this event). This is a chance for them to get trained and grow in confidence as they share their faith.

• Deacon Meeting at Stone Crossing - On Sunday, July 17th, we will be gathering together for our mid-summer hangout. We will enjoy some fellowship and dinner and then discuss multiplication. We will meet from 5:30pm-8pm at Stone Crossing, 9600 W Brookside Ln, Boise, ID 83714. We look forward to this time together!

• Care Ministry Launching Next Week - Next week, we are launching our Care Ministry, led by our very own Joe & Cindy Wigton. Welcome them to the Deacon team! This ministry will help address the need for prayer support and encouragement and the practical needs of the saints at Compass Bible Church Treasure Valley. Please be praying for this ministry to aid the people of CBCTV.

Application Questions:

Summer in the Psalms
Fair or Pharisaical?
Psalm 26

1. Read Psalm 27:4, 8. What is the difference between merely going through the motions of things like personal devotions or corporate worship and doing those same things with the heart expressed in these verses?

2. Consider Psalm 27:4 again. What other things in your life might compete with the “one thing” or ultimate priority that is expressed in this passage? Why are those things not as worthy of your attention and affections as true worship of God?

3. Read James 4:6-10. How have you seen a lack of integrity negatively affect your intimacy with God? On the other hand, how have you seen God be gracious and draw near to you as you draw near to him? How can that rightly be a motive for integrity in your life?

4. Read Psalm 26:11-12. What are some of the ways whole-hearted devotion to God brings security and “level ground” in this life? What are some of the troubles this way of living can protect you from?

5. Read Psalm 26:1-3. As you think about your own accountability to God, in what ways does that encourage you? In what ways are you challenged?

July 1, 2022

Important Info:

• Adventure Club Replacing Awana - This Fall, we will be changing the curriculum for our Thursday night program from Awana to Adventure Club! This change allows us to continue to teach/memorize the Word of God to our kids each week while improving the curriculum and support materials simultaneously. If you're interested in reviewing the Adventure Club, you can view it here.

• Encourage Young Families to Serve - Often those with young families are hesitant to be at church for two services in order to serve in a ministry like Kids Min. Be sure to encourage them, reminding them that serving is both a command and a blessing and that God will provide for their young family! All of us who have trusted God in those seasons can speak firsthand to the blessings of "getting in the game" and not sitting out based on fear or over-thinking our capacity. Please continue to talk to anyone in your Life Groups or ministry/friend groups who aren’t currently serving (or have more capacity to serve) about considering Kids Ministry.

• Get Your Guys to the Men’s Event - Next Saturday the men will be gathering for the 2nd part of our series titled “Humility.” As a reminder, this series is designed to lead us up to the Men’s Retreat titled “Victory” that we’ll be attending in late October. The more men that we can get to all of these events the more opportunities we’ll have to see God’s Word work mightily in the lives of Compass Men to see victory over the sins that are most common to men. Be sure to send the link for this event out to the men in your group!

Application Questions:

Summer in the Psalms
What To Do When We Have Failed
Psalm 51

1. Read Psalm 51:3-4. What are some ways you might be tempted to downplay the
   seriousness of your own sin? Identify any sins in your own life where you may make
   excuses for your sin or view it as “not that big of a deal”.

2. Identify at least three verses/passages that highlight the forgiving nature of God. How
   do these passages encourage you to look to God for mercy and to anticipate the joy
   that comes along with forgiveness?

3. Read 2 Corinthians 7:10-11. If you are truly seeking inward change and a renewed
   spirit, what kind of attitudes and actions should you expect to see in your own life after
   you have confessed your sins?

4. Read 2 Corinthians 5:20-21. Both humility and boldness are required to make the kind
   of appeal described in this passage. How would you like to see more of each of these
   qualities in your evangelism?

5. Read Psalm 51:18-19. How can the sin of an individual negatively affect a group? How
   can this thought make a difference in your own pursuit of sanctification?

June 24, 2022

Important Info:

• VIDEO: Updated Multiplication Process - If you didn’t get to watch it last week, see the above video on our updated multiplication process, then please download and review the updated multiplication process PDF here!

• Next Deacons Meeting - We look forward to our next meeting with all of the Deacons (you guys)! We will meet on Sunday, July 17th at 5:30pm. More details to come, but please mark your calendars. We will be spending much of our time talking about multiplication and how to develop future leaders here at CBCTV.

• Life Group Door to Door Saturday - We want every Life Group to choose one Saturday between now and October to go door-to-door with our evangelism team. May this be a great time to grow in confidence as a group as you share the Gospel, helping fulfill our calling as God’s ambassadors of reconciliation together.

Application Questions:

Summer in the Psalms
A Response to a Raging World
Psalm 2

1. Read Judges 21:25. What parallels do you see between what this verse describes and our culture? What are some of the ways you may be tempted to resist the authority of God?

2. Read Psalm 58:10-11. How is it possible to joyfully anticipate God bringing justice upon the earth while still feeling compassion and humility towards the lost? How should both of these emotions influence your thinking this week?

3. Read 1 Peter 5:9-10. How does the reminder in Psalm 2 of Christ’s coming kingdom helps us to endure persecution? What can you do to be more mindful and prayerful about Christians who are enduring persecution?

4. Read Matthew 7:22-23. What gives you confidence that your faith is genuine and not the false faith described here? How do you know that Jesus is your King and not merely your ally?

5. Read Matthew 28:18-20. As you consider the warnings of Psalm 2 and the mission given here from King Jesus, what extra urgency do you feel to participating in the fulfillment of this Great Commission? How would you like to see yourself more committed to reaching, teaching, and training others for the sake of Christ in the coming months?