A Stonebriar Community Church Fellowship Class
Scripture: Genesis 39
Wayne Stiles teaches from Joseph’s experience in Genesis 39 that we need to see all sin through the eyes of God and have a healthy distrust of ourselves with regard to temptation. What seem like unjust setbacks are part of God’s plan for our progress.
Scripture: Genesis 38
Wayne Stiles teaches from the Genesis 38 that God may use seemingly unrelated events to remind us of our responsibilities. Also, God’s purposes for our lives will still be accomplished in spite of our family upbringing.
Scripture: Genesis 37
Wayne Stiles teaches from the life of Joseph in Genesis 37 that God’s Word may seem to contradict our circumstances or expectations. God may remove us from our preferred situation in order to deepen our walk with Him. God often hides the details of His plan so that we trust Him—not the plan.
Scripture: Luke 2:52 and Selected Scriptures
Wayne Stiles teaches from Luke 2:52 that growing like Jesus includes both our spiritual and social lives. It all boils down to priorities and love for God as the basis of our daily activities—and fulfillment.
Scripture: Luke 2:52 and Selected Scriptures
Wayne Stiles teaches from Luke 2:52 that growing like Jesus includes both our intellectual and physical health. Learning God’s Word gives us a stronger trust in the Lord and a confidence in the truth—and committing to our physical health is an act of worship.
Scripture: Ruth 4
Wayne Stiles teaches from Ruth chapter 4 that sometimes we can’t see God’s faithfulness in our lives until it’s upon us. His gift of perspective allows to take by faith today God’s goodness we will see tomorrow.
Scripture: Ruth 2-3
Wayne Stiles teaches from Ruth chapters 2-3 that our so-called “chances” in life are really God’s choices. Every good opportunity is not a call from God, but the Lord urges us to wait for His best.
Scripture: Ruth 1
Wayne Stiles teaches from the book of Ruth chapter 1 that when God disappoints us, we need to be honest with God about our feelings and to look for His blessings hiding in plain sight.
Scripture: Selections from Revelation
Wayne Stiles teaches from the book of Revelation that we can begin again with God. The images of Revelation highlight God’s ultimate desire to bless Israel and the Church—all who will come to Him through Jesus Christ.
Scripture: Book of Jude
Wayne Stiles teaches from the book of Jude that our walks with God are worth fighting for. We do that by guarding our time with God. and having mercy on those who are struggling.