7:30-8:20pm
Passage: Psalms 4-5
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Hiyori learned from ch.4:8 and 5:12 about how God will surely provide and take care of us. She’s been learning in the sermons how much God loves her and she wants to be able to continue to live with this faith.
Akari learned about the importance of respecting/fearing God and serving him (Hoshi). She could see how much David did so in his life. Through her own service within the church, she’s come to understand the value of these actions.
I learned about completely putting my trust in God. I’ve realized how much practice this actually takes. Because the physical reality feels so real, it is tempting to give in to my emotions and allow myself to be controlled by circumstances. However, I am learning, with the help of God, to fight through this and trust in what the Bible says.
The perspective change in David’s writing in the beginning of verse 5 left an impression on Kana. He begins by writing about how those who sin will be judged by God, but then he writes that those who come close to God, God will accept.
She connected this to what she learned during today’s youth meeting discussion with Masami-san:we all sin, but we that’s why we have Jesus. Drawing also from what she learned in the sermon as well: Jesus was the one who took on all of our sins. Thus, we should not think about ourselves, but pray for others.
Seiyu learned that God likes it when you rely on him. He rejoices, but you also feel happy. That’s something he needs to do more in his life. Sometimes, Seiyu has questions about weightlifting, because he doesn’t have a mentor and teacher, thus requiring him to figure out things for himself. So, he thinks it’s good to ask him from time to time. Although God may not reveal everything quickly, at the right time, he will teach Seiyu.
Prayer:
I prayed that we can be good examples of God, reflecting his love, towards Rikuto’s sister when she joins our Bible reading so that she will feel welcomed and encouraged. We prayed in tongues after.
Scripture: Romans 15:7