Introducing Bible Studies Knowing God through studying His WordIt’s that time of year again…Summer. What do you feel when you think of all that summer brings? Is it great excitement about a break from school and possibilities of family vacations? Is it a sense of panic from the busyness that summer can represent? Maybe you see summer as a time to step away from responsibilities that keep you busy during the rest of the year. Whatever the feelings may be, I hope that this summer represents for you a time of great joy as you grow in your relationship with God.

We are excited to offer several Bible Study options this summer as a part of the discipleship ministry of North Asheville Baptist Church. We have a variety of studies and locations that will make it easy to connect with a group. So, let’s take a step back and reconsider what’s actually occurring with Bible Studies. It’s the Bible…the Word of God…being studied together in community with one another. It’s easy to let that become a familiar experience and lose some of the wonder of the reality that our Great God, who made the heavens and the earth, has made Himself known to us…through the Bible! Let us not grow familiar and cold to the Word of God. God’s word is powerful. How powerful? He “spoke” the world into existence! Genesis 1:3 tells us “And God said, ‘Let there be light,’ and there was light.” I’m not sure about you, but that gets me excited about reading His Word and learning more about this God who continues to speak life into us through His Word.

Please join us this summer in stirring up this wonder of who God is through studying the Bible in groups together. My prayer for each of you is that the Bible would be like the Psalmist says in Psalm 119:103 “How sweet are your words to my taste, sweeter than honey to my mouth!”

Take a moment to read through these offerings. The last page allows you to sign up for a study. Please fill it out and place it in the offering plate. If you need more information, please call the church office at 828-658-9443.

Scott MoodyPastor of Relational Environments

AWAKE3 Options Available

Kevin Barnette -District 1Bill McDonald-District 8James Hendon- District 8

Life has a way of lulling us to sleep spiritually. It's time to wake up! The church in America needs revival. And that will happen when members of the body of Christ return to God. This study looks at several places in the Bible where God called people to return to Him. It's a call for us, too—a call to experience revival and awakening personally and in our churches. As people have turned back to God, He has done extraordinary things and sparked great movements. Wouldn't you like to see God do that again? Join us on the journey of asking God to bring about the next great movement of renewal and turning back to Him.

Why I Believe with Terry Davis Answers About Claims of the Christian FaithMeets in District 6Wednesday Evenings6:45-8:00PMAt the Man Cave

What happens when we die? Can miracles be explained? Is there really a God? Answers to questions such as these are as varied as they are confusing, and spring from a plethora of mystical belief systems. But the fact is, we can know the truth. There are solid, logical answers to satisfy the heart and mind of those who are seeking. In this series, Chip Ingram explores important topics such as the truthfulness and reality of the resurrection of Christ, the evidence of an afterlife, and the accuracy and intellectual feasibility of the Bible. If you or someone you know has genuine questions about issues at the core of human existence, this series is an excel-lent resource.

OTHER STUDIES AVAILABLE:

Real Leadership with Lonnie RayMeets in District 6, Wednesdays mornings at 11:30AMChick-Fil-A 170 Merrimon Ave. Asheville, NC 28804

Come and learn essential and time-tested qualities necessary for true leadership: influence, integrity, attitude, vision, problem solving, relationships, team building, and self-discipline.

Equipped For Life with Pastor Scott MoodyNorth Asheville Baptist ChurchWednesday Evenings in Room 501District 6

Many churches offer small groups, however not every church has a clear purpose and set of biblical goals for those groups. Without these guidelines small groups will tend to flounder. That is why we offer Equipped for Life. This leadership training study will introduce you to why we offer Lifegroups, how they fit into the vision of NABC, and how to facilitate your own Lifegroup.

Living Out the Christian Life with Ben FosterBased on a study by Henry and Richard Blackaby A study through the book of ActsMeets in District 5 Thursday Mornings at 7:00AMLeicester Carpet Sales119 New Leicester HwyAsheville, NC 28806

MEN’S STUDIES

Man of Character- Men’s Study with Steve HeplerMeets in District 5 Tuesday mornings at 6:15AM15 Mountain Glen Drive Asheville, NC 28804

Behold Your God with Norm YacopinoMeets at North Asheville Baptist Church in Room #20120 Reynolds Mtn. Blvd., Asheville, NC 28804Thursday Evenings, 6:00PMMeets In District 6

Do you feel a desire to understand the Glory of God? Do you desire to come into contact with God’s magnificent self-revelation, and to apply these truths to your life? This study is designed to lead participants into placing a higher priority of knowing God. The greatest need of the church and the world is to be reintroduced to the One who cannot give us anything better than Himself.

WOMEN’S STUDIES

PLACE WORKSHOP with Karen AtwoodMeets in District 4Saturday Mornings 10:00-11:30AM125 Horseshoe Trail Barnardsville, NC 28709

If you have ever wondered how does God desire to use my gifts, abilities, personality and passion to serve the body of Christ, then PLACE will help you find answers. This study will help participants explore their unique design and understand what God’s Word says about their PLACE in life and ministry.

OVERCOMING FEAR, WORRY AND ANXIETY with Sandy Carringer and Sherri MinkinMeets in District 5Monday nights at 6:30pm8 Foothills RdAsheville, NC 28804

Are you tired of struggling with fear and worry? You’re not alone. They’re surprisingly common emotions that many women battle with daily— in relation to their marriages, their children, their work, their spiritual life, special health issues, and much more. You’ll find much comfort and encouragement within these pages as you learn from the examples of other women like you— who have discovered that it really is possible to have a peace-filled confidence in every circum-stance in life.

SLIGHTLY BAD GIRLS OF THE BIBLE -Women’s Study With Jennifer ToroMeets in District 2Fridays 9:00AMAppalachian Java, Burnsville, NC

A spiteful boss, a defiant employee, a manipulative mother, a desperate housewife, an envious sister…honey, we know these women. We’ve lived with them, worked with them, or caught a glimpse of them in our mirrors.Now let’s take a look at their ancient counterparts in Scripture: Sarah mistreated her maidservant, Hagar despised her mistress, Rebekah manipulated her son, Leah claimed her sister’s husband, and Rachel envied her fertile sister. They were far from evil, but hardly perfect. Mostly good, yet slightly bad. In other words, these matriarchal mamas look a lot like us.

Sign up! Studies begin the week of July 12th.Use this form to request more information and sign up for a group or event.

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District- 1 - AWAKEDistrict- 8 - AWAKE (Bill McDonald)District- 8 - AWAKE (James Hendon)Why I BelieveReal LeadershipEquipped for LifeMan of Character - Men’s StudyLiving Out the Christian Life - Men’s StudyBehold Your God - Men’s StudyPLACE Workshop - Women’s Study12 Extraordinary Women - Women’s StudyOvercoming Fear, Worry and Anxiety - Women’s StudyBad Girls Of The Bible - Women’s Study

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SLIGHTLY BAD GIRLS OF THE BIBLE -Women’s Study With Jennifer ToroMeets in District 2Fridays 9:00AMAppalachian Java, Burnsville, NC

A spiteful boss, a defiant employee, a manipulative mother, a desperate housewife, an envious sister…honey, we know these women. We’ve lived with them, worked with them, or caught a glimpse of them in our mirrors.Now let’s take a look at their ancient counterparts in Scripture: Sarah mistreated her maidservant, Hagar despised her mistress, Rebekah manipulated her son, Leah claimed her sister’s husband, and Rachel envied her fertile sister. They were far from evil, but hardly perfect. Mostly good, yet slightly bad. In other words, these matriarchal mamas look a lot like us.

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