Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path. - Psalm 119:105

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Ezine for the Week of July 22, 2013

By ITW Staff
Into Thy Word Ministries is about Equipping Church Leaders and Pastors to better understand and apply the Bible.
Into Thy Word Ministries is about Equipping Church Leaders and Pastors to better understand and apply the Bible.
Into Thy Word Ministries is about Equipping Church Leaders and Pastors to better understand and apply the Bible.

Into Thy Word Ministries is about Equipping Church Leaders and Pastors to better understand and apply the Bible.
This is crucial to building a personal relationship with Christ and a healthy Church for Christ's Glory. Many pastors are inadequately equipped or have lost their focus. ITW seeks to encourage and equip pastors around the world. You can partner with us, too!
1978-2013, over Thirty-Five Years of Ministry, Praise God!

Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path.

Psalm 119:105

Do you know who we are and what we do?

When most people are asked this question, those who use our resources, "Into Thy Word" and "Discipleship Tools," they assume a large organization is behind us.

Why? Because we have more and better resources, and better platforms that the big ministries and Christian business do not have. Thus, they assume we are one of the big guys. This is humbling and flattering and a cause for concern.

We strive to produce the very best research and exegesis to make effectual biblical resources for you and for pastor s all over the world. And, have them on the best websites, social media and structures possible. And we do not charge for them! Most do not even strive for this. We work hard and do our best for God's glory. But, we are not one of the 'big guy' ministries. There are no big budgets or pockets or organizations behind us. We are a small mission organization and for over 35 years been striving for biblical excellence and "true Truth" for God glory.

We need your financial support and prayers to carry on the ministry!

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Monthly Bible Study Article
The Call to Bear the Fruit of the Spirit

Jesus, in John 15, gives us some incredible imagery from agriculture, a very familiar theme in the first century culture that connects to our relationship with God and His relationship with us. He is calling Himself the Vine . This is referring to a grapevine, which is also a metaphor for God's living, salvation-giving sustenance to us His people. This is one of the "I am" saying of Jesus-a description of His name "to be" and character, meaning Jesus is our prime source of life and nourishment. In the Old Testament, Israel is called God's vineyard and His vine, while God is the vine-grower. This was a symbol of Israel's power and her purpose to produce fruit and glory to God, and His law and love to the nations. 

This is the engine to what He gives in faith, fruit and empowerment.

 (Gen. 12:1-3; Ex. 3:14; Psalm 40:1-2; 80:8-16; Isa. 5:1-7; 53:6; Jer. 2:21; 6:9; Ezek. 15; 17:5-10; 19:10-14; Hos. 10:1; 14:8; John 4:24; 6:35; 8:58; Rom. 3:23; 10:9).


More here: Fruit of the Spirit (new page)



Weekly Bible Study

Applying the Word of God, the Bible into our lives!

 
Session 19: Joshua

Session 20: The Judges


More here: Overview of the Bible

Bible Reading Plans!

Bottom of page - printable pdf & Word docs!

Archives: Bible Study Articles more Bible Studies


Monthly Leadership Article

Being Loyal to Christ and His Bride


Is our church being a Conspiracy against God?

The point? This means to choose sin is a deliberate choice, one that God hates passionately. This was also a term used by the early church for Rome (Lev. 17:7; Is. 1:21; 26:16-18; 57:3; Jer. 3:1-14; Ezek. Chaps 16& 23; Hos. 4:15).

These people thought they did not need Christ and that they would escape the judgment of God! (Does the deceptive thinking sound familiar?) Such people and thinking is contemptible and self destructive, because nothing can challenge God.

 

More here: www.churchleadership.org


 We are here to help equip and encourage you to grow deeper in your walk with Christ and impact others around you!

Even in tough times, this ministry prospers in impact and relevance!


Into Thy Word Ministries Family of Websites

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www.churchleadership.org

www.withtheword.org

www.pastortraining.org

www.truespirituality.org

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intothyword blog

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Church Growth Tip and Prayer of the Week

Ideas to consider: (Romans 12:18; 14:18-19; Ephesians 4:3; Hebrews 12:14)

The leadership must be able to steer the church through rough white waters! (See our articles on Conflict Resolution, Gossip, and Hypocrisy, and Matthew 18)

The best way to deal with conflict is to combat it through love. When people know that you love them and will listen to them, it is difficult for them to be mad. Love, indeed, covers a multitude of sins! ( Proverbs 10:12 1 Peter 4:8)

Pray that your Church and Pastor take accountability seriously and each be protected and have people they are accountable to. Also, that each would cultivate and pursue healthy relationships (Gal. 6: 1-10; Eph. 5:21).

More here: Church Growth

Research from the Francis A. Schaeffer Institute of Church Leadership Development. Thinking and Providing Biblical and Grace Centered Theological Resources for the Church)


It is our VISION and call, and commitment to point the church back onto the path of making disciples. It is our passion and directive to lead Christians away from our false perceptions and into His way.




 
This and Next Weeks Bible Reading Schedule
Start of the year right, missed Jan 1st? No problem, our plans do not have dates, go at your own timing...


Gospels

Law

History

Psalms

Poetry

Prophecy

Epistles

Week

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

 

29

Luke 21-22

Leviticus 16-18

II Kings 11-15

Psalms 84-86

Proverbs 11-12

Ezekiel 31-36

Colossians 3-4

30

Luke 23-24

Leviticus 19-21

II Kings 16-20

Psalms 87-89

Proverbs 13

Ezekiel 37-42

I Thessalonians 1-3

31

John 1-2

Leviticus 22-24

II Kings 21-25

Psalms 90-92

Proverbs 14-15

Ezekiel 43-48

I Thessalonians 4-5

32

John 3-4

Leviticus 25-27

I Chronicles 1-4

Psalms 93-95

Proverbs 16

Daniel 1-6

II Thessalonians

 
Our Bible reading chart is sent to you 1 and 2 weeks ahead...
 

 
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"Therefore, get rid of all moral filth and the evil that is so prevalent and humbly accept the word planted in you, which can save you."  James 1:21
 



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