AMBASSADORS
Adult Bible Fellowship

Sunday May 18, Dennis taught from James 3. Here are his notes. I. James 3:1-12 __a. Context: ___i. Going from theoretical to the practical ___ii. James 1-2 v. 3-5 __b. Starts with the biggest problem in the church: gossip II. Definitions (Merriam-Webster): __a. a person who habitually reveals personal or sensational facts about others __b. rumor or report of an intimate nature __c. a chatty talk __d. v: one who tells gossip III. Opens with a warning: __a. Not many teachers! __b. Stricter judgment (cp. Pharisees: Matt. 23) __c. Why? Our words are the most direct measure of our character IV. James uses metaphors for the tongue – What is a metaphor? __a. “Her eyes were blazing like fire” __b. “Her eyes were burning coals” __c. Direct comparison (“The tongue is a fire”) __d. Cp. "simile” – uses ‘like’ or ‘as’ __e. E.g., “Her cheeks were like roses” V. Three pairs of metaphors: __a. Power to direct (bridle and rudder) __b. Power to destroy (fire and wild animals) __c. Power to delight ...

Here are the questions that Dennis mentioned on Sunday from James 2: Examine yourselves in the spirit of 2 Cor. 13:5 Some key self-examining questions: Was there a time when I honestly realized I was a sinner, and admitted this to myself and God? Was there a time when my heart was stirred by all this? Was I moved by my sinfulness? Do I truly understand the Gospel: that Christ died for my sins and rose again? Do I recognize that I cannot save myself? Did I sincerely repent of my sins and turn from them? Have I trusted Christ and Christ alone for my salvation? Do I continued to enjoy a living relationship with Him through the Word and through His spirit? Has there been a change in my life? Am I growing in my faith? Can others tell? Do I desire to share Christ with others? Do I enjoy fellowship with other believers? Is worship delightful to me? Am I ready for the Lord’s return?

Friday evening, May 9th, we had a game night in the church for our class. We all played table games and ate snack foods. I would have liked to see more in attendance but I know that this Mother’s day weekend may have posed problems for some. As you can see from the photos below, we played a variety of games. Good times for fellowship and discussion. But, someone must be the expert to explain the rules. Hmmm, looks like our lawyer is examining the evidence! Watch out! This one will hurt! Hey! Are you watching my moves?! Linda it going to make a move! The Thinker!