“DNA, Discovering Who We Are”
Kevin Thompson, Matthew 28:16-20
Matthew 28:16-20
16 Now the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain to which Jesus had directed them. 17 And when they saw him they worshiped him, but some doubted. 18 And Jesus came and said to them, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. 19 Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”
Sermon Questions:
1. Who are the people that have helped you draw closer to God? How have they helped you?
2. If God could change people by Himself, why do you think he chose to include us in the process?
3. How are disciples made?
4. What role are you playing in helping other people find life in Jesus?
5. Name one person you want to help draw closer to God. As a group, pray for that person.
Home Group and Discipleship Groups
CB Groups sign-ups are happening now.
You can sign up for home groups, discipleship groups, and Bible studies at communitychurch.com/groups or by texting CBGROUPS to 94090.
If you have any questions, email Rachel Todd.
Celebrate Recovery
CR meets at our Fort Smith campus on Tuesdays at 6pm every week. We also have our online recovery service every Thursday night at 6pm right here: http://communitybiblecr.online.church Celebrate Recovery is a 12 step program for anyone with a hurt, habit, or hang-up. Celebration Place and the Landing are 52-week programs that mirror Celebrate Recovery curriculum, discovering the same truths in age-appropriate ways for our children and our students. If you have any questions about the program, contact Frankie Post For now there will be no meals. We will keep you posted when we are able to begin those again.
ACTS 4 Ministry
Our ACTS 4 ministry collects used furniture and appliances (in good, working condition) and stores it to give to individuals and fami- lies in need. If you have items you would like to donate, please contact Baxter Gladden at 479-739-0066 or Jim Kolp at 918-520-1422 to set up a time for pick-up.
CB-Kids has returned to in-person services.
All ages of CB-Kids have resumed during our 9:00AM service. Our team has been hard at work creating a safe, fun, and comfortable environment for your kids to return.
For more information check out our CB-Kids Restart Procedures.
If you choose to continue to attend virtually, CB-Kids content will be available on the CB-Kids Video Hub.
Communitystudents.org
SERMON NOTES // Sunday, October 25th, 2020
“Finding Life in Jesus”
Maclane Forbus, John 8:31-38
John 8:31-38
31 So Jesus said to the Jews who had believed him, “If you abide in my word, you are truly my disciples,32 and you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” 33 They answered him, “We are offspring of Abraham and have never been enslaved to anyone. How is it that you say, ‘You will become free’?” 34 Jesus answered them, “Truly, truly, I say to you, everyone who practices sin is a slave to sin. 35 The slave does not remain in the house forever; the son remains forever. 36 So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed. 37 I know that you are offspring of Abraham; yet you seek to kill me because my word finds no place in you. 38 I speak of what I have seen with my Father, and you do what you have heard from your father.”
Sermon Questions:
1. Why is truth an important part of becoming more like Jesus?
2. How is truth applied in the process of discipleship or helping others become more devoted followers of Jesus?
3. How are disciples made?
4. How does someone help another become more like Jesus? What are the habits and characteristics of that person?
5. What role are you playing in helping others find life in Jesus?
Men’s Group
POSTPONED FOR FURTHER NOTICE
Tuesdays | 6-8pm
If you are interested in learning more, email Troy Jarrell.
Women’s Bible Study
Tuesdays | 6-8pm
Our Women’s Bible Study is in a study called “Twelve Women of the Bible.” For more information, email Regina Clack
CB Groups
If you’ve considered joining a home group, discipleship group, bible study, or class, it’s never too late to sign up. If you are inter- ested in learning more, email email Troy Jarrell for more info.
Celebrate Recovery
CR meets at our Fort Smith campus on Tuesdays at 6pm every week. We also have our online recovery service every Thursday night at 6pm right here: http://communitybiblecr.online.church Celebrate Recovery is a 12 step program for anyone with a hurt, habit, or hang-up. Celebration Place and the Landing are 52-week programs that mirror Celebrate Recovery curriculum, discovering the same truths in age-appropriate ways for our children and our students. If you have any questions about the program, contact Frankie Post For now there will be no meals. We will keep you posted when we are able to begin those again.
ACTS 4 Ministry
Our ACTS 4 ministry collects used furniture and appliances (in good, working condition) and stores it to give to individuals and fami- lies in need. If you have items you would like to donate, please contact Baxter Gladden at 479-739-0066 or Jim Kolp at 918-520-1422 to set up a time for pick-up.
TEAMKIDS
Sundays | 4-5pm
Our Community Kids program for grades K-6 meet on Sunday afternoons from 4-5pm.
CONVERGE
Wednesdays | 6-7:30pm
Our Converge student program for grades 7-12 meet on Wednesday evenings from 6-7:30pm.
SERMON NOTES // Sunday, October 25th, 2020
“Finding Life in Jesus”
Doug Young, 2 Timothy 2:2
2 Timothy 2:2
2 and what you have heard from me in the presence of many witnesses entrust to faithful men who will be able to teach others also.
Sermon Questions:
1. Who are the people that have helped you draw closer to God? How have they helped you?
2. How are disciples made?
3. In your mind, what are the best ways to love your neighbor? List some examples.
4. Be honest. Do you believe that sharing the gospel with a neighbor using your words to is a strong expression of love? If not, why?
5. What role are you playing in helping other people find life in Jesus?
6. Name one person you want to invite to join you on mission for Jesus.
Home Group and Discipleship Groups
These groups will all continue online. If you have any questions, email Doug Young
Celebrate Recovery
CR meets at our Fort Smith campus on Tuesdays at 6pm every week. We also have our online recovery service every Thursday night at 6pm right here: http://communitybiblecr.online.church Celebrate Recovery is a 12 step program for anyone with a hurt, habit, or hang-up. Celebration Place and the Landing are 52-week programs that mirror Celebrate Recovery curriculum, discovering the same truths in age-appropriate ways for our children and our students. If you have any questions about the program, contact Frankie Post For now there will be no meals. We will keep you posted when we are able to begin those again.
ACTS 4 Ministry
Our ACTS 4 ministry collects used furniture and appliances (in good, working condition) and stores it to give to individuals and fami- lies in need. If you have items you would like to donate, please contact Baxter Gladden at 479-739-0066 or Jim Kolp at 918-520- 1422 to set up a time for pick-up.
Google Classroom
We want your kids to stay connected during this time at home so we created google classrooms that have weekly lessons, activities and videos to help stay engaged with the gospel! If you have a kid in 1st-5th grade log on to google classroom and use the class code isylo4w and if you have a kid age 3 year old-kindergarten use class code uok73tx.
Zoom Meetings
VB Student Ministry will meet on Wednesday nights at 6 p.m. through Zoom Video Chats. Contact Rachel Dahl if you need instructions on how to get set up.
“DNA, Discovering Who We Are”
Jackie Flake, Matthew 28:16-20
Matthew 28:16-20
16 Now the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain to which Jesus had directed them. 17 And when they saw him they worshiped him, but some doubted. 18 And Jesus came and said to them, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. 19 Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”
Sermon Questions:
1. Who are the people that have helped you draw closer to God? How have they helped you?
2. If God could change people by Himself, why do you think he chose to include us in the process?
3. How are disciples made?
4. What role are you playing in helping other people find life in Jesus?
5. Name one person you want to help draw closer to God. As a group, pray for that person.
Celebrate Recovery
CR meets at our Fort Smith campus on Tuesdays at 6pm every week. We also have our online recovery service every Thursday night at 6pm right here: http://communitybiblecr.online.church Celebrate Recovery is a 12 step program for anyone with a hurt, habit, or hang-up. Celebration Place and the Landing are 52-week programs that mirror Celebrate Recovery curriculum, discovering the same truths in age-appropriate ways for our children and our students. If you have any questions about the program, contact Frankie Post For now there will be no meals. We will keep you posted when we are able to begin those again.
Pray that we assimilate more of our Wednesday Youth & Children’s families into our Sunday gatherings. Pray that we help youth and children with spiritual maturity both personally and as a group through professions of faith, baptism & service.
CB North Student Facebook Page
Check out and like our Facebook page by going to “CB North Students” and liking our page.
Pray that we identify 3-5 ministry/missional opportunities within NFSM and Beyond. Pray that we help families seek to become discipling communities within our homes and neighborhoods through 3-5 Community (missional) groups.
CB On Mission | Short Term Trips
New Mexico/Arizona - Navajo Reservation | March 21-26th | Families and Individuals
Haiti | February 15-22nd | Men’s Trip
Tegucigalpa, Honduras | July 18-24th | Students and Adults
Many local missional opportunities as well!
RSVP to donnie@communitychurch.com
Location
Our North Fort Smith Campus normally meets on Sundays at 1st Presbyterian Church and at Union Christian Academy on Wednesday Nights. But to COVID-19 and Summer scheduling we are having to be more flexible. Please contact Pastor Jackie Flake at jackie@communitychurch.com for specific times and locations during the summer.
We accentuate our values using the acrostic TRUST:
Truth
Rhythms (Spiritual Disciplines)
commUnity
Service
Transformation
Celebrate Recovery
CR meets at our Fort Smith campus on Tuesday nights at 6pm. It is a 12-step program for anyone with a hurt, habit, or hang-up. Celebration Place and the Landing are 52-week programs that mirror Celebrate Recovery curriculum, discovering the same truths in age-appropriate ways. If you have any questions about the program, contact Frankie Post
Not ready to come back to CR in person yet? Or, want to give it a try but not just yet in person? Join us online every Thursday night at 6pm right here: http://communitybiblecr.online.church
1. Keep your sharing focused on your own thoughts and feelings.
Not your spouse’s, someone you’re dating, or your family members’ hurts and hang-ups, but your own. Focusing on yourself will benefit your recovery as well as the ones around you. Stick to “I” or “me” statements, not “you” or “we” statements.
Limit your sharing to three to five minutes, so everyone has an opportunity to share — and to ensure that one person does not dominate the group sharing time.
2. There is NO cross-talk. Cross-talk is when two people engage in conversation excluding all others. Each person is free to express his or her feelings without interruptions.
Cross-talk is also making distracting comments or questions while someone is sharing. This includes speaking to another member of the group while someone is sharing, or responding to what someone has shared during his or her time of sharing.
3. We are here to support one another, not “fix” one another. This keeps us focused on our own issues.
We do not give advice or solve someone’s problem in our time of sharing or offer book referrals or counselor referrals! We are not licensed counselors, psychologists, or therapists, nor are the group members. Celebrate Recovery groups are not designed for this. It is up to the participants to include outside counseling to their program when they’re ready.
4. Anonymity and confidentiality are basic requirements. What is shared in the group stays in the group. The only exception is when someone threatens to injure themselves or others.
We are not to share information with our spouses/family/co-workers. This also means not discussing what is shared in the group among group members. This is called gossip. Please be advised, if anyone threatens to hurt themselves or others, the Small Group Leader has the responsibility to report it to the Celebrate Recovery Ministry Leader.
5. Offensive language has no place in a Christ-centered recovery group.
Therefore, we ask that you please watch your language. The main issue here is that the Lord’s name is not used inappropriately. We also avoid graphic descriptions. If anyone feels uncomfortable with how explicitly a speaker is sharing regarding his/her behaviors, then you may indicate so by simply raising your hand. The speaker will then respect your boundaries by being less specific in his/her descriptions. This will avoid potential triggers that could cause a person to act out.
Emphasize at the close of your meeting that Group Sharing Guidelines stay intact as participants fellowship with each other after the meeting.
CR Crisis Response Additional 3 Guidelines for online group meetings:
