Crossing Thresholds: To Others Session 4
Session 4: Living in Community Scriptural Theme “Above all, keep loving one another earnestly, since love covers a multitude of sins. Show hospitality to one another without grumbling. As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God’s varied grace: whoever speaks, as one who speaks oracles of […]
Crossing Thresholds to Others Session 3
Session 3: A Eucharistic Rhythm to Life: How We Learn Virtue Scriptural Theme “The cup of blessing that we bless, is it not a participation in the blood of Christ? The bread that we break, is it not a participation in the body of Christ? Because there is one bread, we who are many are […]
Crossing Thresholds: To Others Session 2
Session 2: Holy Baptism: The Beginning of the Journey Together Scriptural Theme “And he invited Philip to come up and sit with him” (Acts 8:31 ESV). When Christ instructed the eleven to go out into the world to make disciples, He did so, giving them two things to do: baptize and teach. From that moment […]
Crossing Thresholds: To Others Session 1
Session 1: The Order of Relationships Scriptural Theme “Whoever loves his brother abides in the light, and in him there is no cause for stumbling. But whoever hates his brother is in the darkness and walks in the darkness, and does not know where he is going, because the darkness has blinded his eyes” (1 […]
SHINE! Bible Study – Session I
The Baptism of Jesus Opening Prayer: Lord Jesus Christ, in the waters of John’s Baptism, You identified Yourself with sinners, and yet, You were also revealed as God’s sinless Son. Thank You for the gift of Holy Baptism where Your Spirit has clothed me with Your robes of righteousness, and I am identified as Your […]
SHINE! Bible Study – Session II
The Lamb of God and His Disciples Opening Prayer: Lord Jesus Christ, by the work of the Holy Spirit, You gracious bid us to draw near to where You abide for us in Your Word and Sacraments. Lord, give us a heart to always desire to stay where You remain, that we might receive the […]
SHINE! Bible Study – Session III
The Healing of the Leper Opening Prayer: Lord Jesus Christ, in Your earthly ministry, You brought healing touch to many where You also gave the cleansing touch of Your forgiving grace. Thank You for bringing the touch of Your cleansing Gospel into our lives which gives us the hope of wholeness in everlasting life. May […]
SHINE! Bible Study – Session IV
Salt and Light Opening Prayer: Lord Jesus Christ, You are the Light of the world! You illumine us with Your Gospel and clearly reveal in Yourself the way that leads to eternal life. May we always be filled with praise to You that the world might hear of Your saving grace for all people. May […]
SHINE! Bible Study
As we reflect on SHINE! we turn to our Lord’s Word for guidance, equipping, and blessing.
Colossians Bible Study
We encourage you to join Northern Illinois District congregations and their members this October as we explore these matters of faith which impact our world today.