Week Four- Hope Series

Desperate Need - True Hope

~What aspects/benefits of true hope do you think our society needs most?
~What aspects of true hope do you most desire?
~What are some of the obstacles you face in experiencing the benefits of hope?
~What can we/I do to help you live more consistently in true hope?

Some of the benefits of true Hope

peace, joy, security, confidence, courage, consistency, true comfort, direction, purpose, passion, perseverance, power, perspective, salvation, steadfastness, future grace, virtue, valor, abundant life, promise of a rich and glorious inheritance, glory…

Psalm 42:5/11, 43:5

Why are you cast down, O my soul, and why are you in turmoil within me? Hope in God; for I shall again praise him, my salvation and my God.

Proverbs 10:28

The hope of the righteous brings joy, but the expectation of the wicked will perish.

Jonah 2:8

Those who pay regard to vain idols forsake their hope of steadfast love.

Jeremiah 29:11

“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”

Romans 5:3b-5

And we rejoice in the hope of the glory of God. Not only so, but we also rejoice in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope. And hope does not disappoint us, because God has poured out his love into our hearts by the Holy Spirit, whom he has given us.

Romans 8:24-25

For in this hope we were saved. Now hope that is seen is not hope. For who hopes for what he sees? But if we hope for what we do not see, we wait for it with patience.

Romans 15:13

May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.

Colossians 1:27

To them God chose to make known how great among the Gentiles are the riches of the glory of this mystery, which is Christ in you, the hope of glory.

Check out theWay on Friday nights!!!!

Another great friday last week- filled with amazing music, fun people, exciting board games, and delicious coffee. If you are looking for a relaxed place with live music to spend your friday evenings the Way is really the best place in Anderson to check out!

Pictures coming soon!!!

Food for thought.... from the Hope series

Week 2 Hope discussion Questions
~Why is false hope so damaging?
~How have you experienced the negative effects of false hope(s)?
~Which false hopes are especially attractive to you and difficult to resist? Why?
~Why do you want to get rid of the false hope in your life?
~What steps can you take to rid yourself of false hope? How can we help?

2 Corinthians 11:13-15
14And no wonder, for even Satan disguises himself as an angel of light. 15So it is no surprise if his servants, also, disguise themselves as servants of righteousness. Their end will correspond to their deeds.
Psalm 20:7 Some trust in chariots and some in horses, but we trust in the name of the LORD our God.
Proverbs 26:12 Do you see a man who is wise in his own eyes? There is more hope for a fool than for him.
1 Timothy 6:17 As for the rich in this present age, charge them not to be haughty, nor to set their hopes on the uncertainty of riches, but on God, who richly provides us with everything to enjoy.
Psalm 62:10 Put no trust in extortion; set no vain hopes on robbery; if riches increase, set not your heart on them.
Proverbs 11:7 When the wicked dies, his hope will perish, and the expectation of wealth perishes too.
Ephesians 2:12 remember that you were at that time separated from Christ, alienated from the commonwealth of Israel and strangers to the covenants of promise, having no hope and without God in the world.

Jakob Martin

Jakob Martin is a extremely talented musician who visited us from San Diego on friday, January 15th. We all had an amazing time listening and spending time with him, and some of us got to see him play at Vintage in Redding the next day.

If you missed out check out his music on myspace! You won't be disapointed by this acoustic/folk rock/soul musician.

Here is his link: http://www.myspace.com/jakobmartinmusic

Tonight, January 8, The Way was excited to be able to present Wood and Wire in a very enjoyable folky concert. Wood and Wire covered a number of well-known songs, from The Beatles to The White Stripes, and played some music on a Mandolin. The performance was groovy and upbeat with about 30 people in attendance. We hope to see these new friends again soon. Thank you so much to our wonderful performers and to everyone who was a part of a great night!

Christmas joy

Hi! Thanks for stopping by this space. We had the best time singing Christmas carols to the people living in the River Oak Rehabilitation home in Anderson the day after Christmas. We were a bit off key and a little unorganized, but the ladies who watched were full of laughter and happiness as they listened to us, and watched Triniti and Hope dancing (quite dramatically) to the music.

We have some great musicians lined up for this Friday and next.....Hope to see you there!