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Bible O.C.Q.A.R.* [Joshua Edition]

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Joshua 1:1-18 I. Introduction    A. Background of the Book of Joshua    B. Context of Chapter 1 II. The Charge to Joshua    A. God's command to Joshua (Joshua 1:1-5)    B. Promises and encouragement given to Joshua (Joshua 1:6-9)    C. Joshua's responsibility as the new leader (Joshua 1:10-11) III. Preparation for Conquest    A. Instructions to observe and follow the law (Joshua 1:7-8)    B. Command to be strong and courageous (Joshua 1:6, 9, 18)    C. God's presence and assurance (Joshua 1:5, 9) IV. Joshua's Leadership    A. Joshua's communication with the people (Joshua 1:12-15)    B. Response and commitment of the people (Joshua 1:16-18)    C. Joshua's relationship with God (Joshua 1:1-9) V. Conclusion    A. Recap of key points in Joshua Chapter 1    B. Application to our lives today    C. Prayer and reflection Note: This study outline provides a basic structure to explore the main themes and messages in Joshua Chapter 1. Scripture links have been added to he

Love ‘G’PS: Becky Tirabassi Style

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Love ‘G’PS: Becky Tirabassi Style   OPEN IT     Who is the most loving person you know? Why do you think so?       EXPLORE IT     What makes speaking in tongues, faith, generosity and even martyrdom worthless? (1Cor.13:13)   How could a person use spiritual gifts in a useless manner? (1Cor.13:1-3)   What do we gain if we don’t have love? (1Cor.13:3)   Why is love important? (1Cor.13:3) What qualities does love have? (1Cor.13:4-8)   Why will prophecy, tongues, and knowledge pass away? (1Cor.13:8-9)   How will we be different when we see Christ? (1Cor.13:10-12)   What is our spiritual imperfection like? (1Cor.13:11)   How do adults and children act and reason differently? (1Cor.13:11)   How will our knowledge of God change when we see Christ? (1Cor.13:12)   What is the greatest of all gifts? (1Cor.13:13)   GET IT In what practical ways can you show a love that never fails?   When have you received, the love described in 1 Corinthians 13?     APPLY IT   How could you show love to a dif