Have you ever thought about sharing Jesus with others but hesitated because you were worried that you would look foolish or that you didn’t know all the answers if they asked questions about what you believed? Come along with us on this episode of Reflect and Renew and learn how God worked miracles for the lepers and they were able to bless others.

Contributor: This week Jonathan shares with us about the time when he decided to make a choice to witness to women at a rest stop and how if he had not prayed for an opportunity to witness he may have missed it.

Weekly Challenge:
Genesis 37:12-17
Judges 7:13-15
Ruth 2:1-9
Esther 2:21-23 and Esther 6:1-10 Luke 10:30-31

Year B Quarter 1 Week 9
Memory Verse: James 1:17
Further Study: Genesis 37:12-17Judges 7:13-15Ruth 2:1-9Esther 2:21-23 and Esther 6:1-10 Luke 10:30-31Prophets and Kings, 258-264;279-300 The Bible Story, vol. 5, pp. 93-97, 102-104

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Devotional Author: Merle Poirier
Devotional Reader: Katie Chitwood
Weekly Contributor: Jonathan Chitwood
Audio Editor: Celeste Rogers

There are times when something happens that we cannot explain—a sudden accident, a miscarriage, a divorce, or a delayed building project. We wonder where God is during those times. It becomes our moment of blindness. In this week's episode, we will hear about the story of Elisha and the Syrian army.

Contributor: Today we hear from Marissa as she shares about how God worked in her life as a young person.

Year B Quarter 1 Week 12
Memory Verse: Matthew 19:26
Further Study: 2 Kings 6:1-23; Prophets and Kings, 254-258; The Bible Story, vol. 5, pp. 89-92, 100, 101

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Devotional Author: Merle Poirier
Devotional Reader: Katie Chitwood
Weekly Contributor: Marissa
Audio Editor: Celeste Rogers

This week we talk about standing in the gap for those whose faith is struggling. Little Maid spoke faith and hope in a dismal situation. We can learn from her and apply this lesson in our lives each day.

Contributor: Today we hear from Dana as she shares about how her neighbor witnessed to her.

Year B Quarter 1 Week 11
Memory Verse: Proverbs 22:6
Further Study: 2 Kings 5; Prophets and Kings, 244-253; The Bible Story, vol. 5, pp. 79-88


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Devotional Author: Merle Poirier
Devotional Reader: Katie Chitwood
Weekly Contributor: Dana Bearden
Audio Editor: Celeste Rogers

The Shunammite woman was hospitable, there is no doubt about that! She saw a way that she could be a blessing to Prophet Elisha and she poured her time, energy, and resources into building a room, just for him! In return for her kindness, Prophet Elisha said that within a year, she would hold a baby boy. Sure enough... it came true. But just a few years later, her son is dead. Yet even in her distress, she is able to say, "It Is Well." What led her to be able to say those three words of faith? Join us today as we talk and discuss this incredible Bible story!

Contributor: Karen Nicola shares with us a dark time in her life when her 3 year old son died of leukemia. She expected to see or feel God right there with her beside his hospital bed, but everything was silent. It wasn't until later, that she was able to look back and see how God had led. She is now a grief coach, has written a book, "Comfort for the Day - Living Through the Seasons of Grief", and has a website. To learn more - visit it at: www.comfortfortheday.com

Year B Quarter 1 Week 10
Memory Verse: 1 John 3:18
Further Study: 2 Kings 4; Prophets and Kings, 237-243; The Bible Story, vol. 5, pp. 66-78; 98-100


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Devotional Author: Merle PoirierDevotional
Reader: Katie Chitwood
Weekly Contributor: Karen Nicola
Audio Editor: Celeste Rogers

Have you ever wanted to have a deeper prayer life? Maybe you feel guilty because as a busy mom, you don't get a lot of time to pray. Join us this week as we think about the story of Elijah and 4 principles we can learn from his experience to use in our everyday life!

Our guest this week is Cindy Mercer who wrote a book called Pray Big. Have you read it or heard about it? It’s an incredible book that you won’t be able to put down. Cindy shares the story of how God answered her prayer in a magnificent way that only He can do! You will be on the edge of your seat as you follow the ups and downs of her life and discover the power of prayer! It will challenge you to go deeper in your own prayer life.

Click for the link to her book! https://www.amazon.com/Pray-Big-God-Much-More/dp/0816366489

Year B Quarter 1 Week 6
Memory Verse: Psalm 50:15
Further Study: 1 Kings 3, 4, 10-12; 2 Chronicles 91 Kings 18;
Prophets and Kings, 137-160; The Bible Story, vol. 5,pp. 26-37

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Acknowledgments:
Devotional Author: Merle Poirier
Devotional Reader: Heather Bennett
Weekly Contributor: Cindy Mercer
Audio Editor: Celeste Rogers

This week we talk about hospitality. Showing kindness to others in our home! Feeding them, fellowshiping with them. We have a beautiful example of the widow who put all on the line to feed Prophet Elijah! So often we are afraid to invite people to our own houses because they don't look nice, or we don't have special food, or some other insecurity. But people are craving connection, it doesn't matter what our homes look like or even what we serve for lunch, if we are warm and loving, that's what people will remember.

This week we hear from one mom and grandma who has learned that there may not be much to eat, it may not be fancy, your home might not be ideal for hosting, but all is overlooked when seeing the joy that people feel in being included. The fellowship with one another, makes up for everything that might be lacking. You will want to get a pen/paper to write down some tips that will be shared to make hospitality easier.

Tips for Hosting
1. “Last Minute Invitation” If I’m feeling like I can’t plan ahead and I’m not sure if I’m up to having company or not, I make extra food for Sabbath lunch. Then I go to church and pray and see who God impresses me to invite over. I find it easier and less stressful ahead of time as I don’t know if I’ll have company or not.

2. “Plan Ahead Invitation” I plan ahead and call up people and invite them. When inviting ahead, I see who the Lord puts on my mind. I like to invite people that I don’t know very well, or people who have just joined/transferred in to our church. Then I like to invite others who I think they might connect with.

3. “Plan for Guests/Visitors Invitation” I usually will have one or two couples help me plan a meal and bring food to my house. I usually invite guests or if no guests come, I will ask other church members.




Year B Quarter 1 Week 7
Memory Verse: Matthew 6:8
Further Study:1 Kings 12:26-33; 16:29-34; 17:1-24; Prophets and Kings, 99-137; The
Bible Story, vol. 4, pp. 179-192; vol. 5, pp. 26-37


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Acknowledgments:
Devotional Author: Merle Poirier
Devotional Reader: Heather Bennett