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September 20, 2024

Title: Joanna – Yahweh has been Gracious
Topic: Lessor Known Women and Aspects of the Bible

Discussed by David Fleming
with Lanier Theological Library (www.LanierTheologicalLibrary.org)

Day 5

Last week, former CFBC Pastor David Fleming began a new series on Lessor Known Women and Aspects of the Bible, studying Achsah, the daughter of Caleb. His focus this week is Joanna, whose name means “Yahweh has been gracious.”

Scripture Passage: Luke 8

To view David Fleming’s video for this lesson, click here.

HERE AND NOW: POINTS FOR HOME

Yesterday, Pastor David discussed the meaning of discipleship and who disciples are.

What is Evangelism? Is every Christian called to be an Evangelist?

Are you living and working for or with Jesus to building God’s Kingdom? (John 15:5) Pastor David points out the difference between “for” and “with”.

REMEMBER: There is no such thing as a “lessor known” person in Christ. Some people’s names are just more well-known. (1 Corinthians 15:58; Colossians 3:23)


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September 19, 2024

Title: Joanna – Yahweh has been Gracious
Topic: Lessor Known Women and Aspects of the Bible

Discussed by David Fleming
with Lanier Theological Library (www.LanierTheologicalLibrary.org)

Day 4

Last week, former CFBC Pastor David Fleming began a new series on Lessor Known Women and Aspects of the Bible, studying Achsah, the daughter of Caleb. His focus this week is Joanna, whose name means “Yahweh has been gracious.”

Scripture Passage: Luke 8

To view David Fleming’s video for this lesson, click here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Did you know that Joanna was one of the women who was at the crucifixion of Jesus? Did you know she was also among the women who discovered his empty tomb? (Luke 24)

Why was Joanna such a big inspiration for Luke’s Gospel?

HERE AND NOW: POINTS FOR HOME

What is a disciple of Jesus? (Matthew 28) YOU are if you are a fully devoted follower of Jesus.

What is an evangelism?

Tune in tomorrow for the conclusion of Pastor David’s explanation and more points for home.


For more information about Mark Lanier’s Biblical Literacy class, click here.

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September 18, 2024

Title: Joanna – Yahweh has been Gracious
Topic: Lessor Known Women and Aspects of the Bible

Discussed by D Fleming
with Lanier Theological Library (www.LanierTheologicalLibrary.org)

Day 3

Last week, former CFBC Pastor David Fleming began a new series on Lessor Known Women and Aspects of the Bible, studying Achsah, the daughter of Caleb. His focus this week is Joanna, whose name means “Yahweh has been gracious.”

Scripture Passage: Luke 8

To view David Fleming’s video for this lesson, click here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

JOANNA’S CONDUCT:

When and how did Joanna meet Jesus?

Why did Joanna become a disciple of Jesus? Did she follow Jesus from village to village? (Luke 9:23) Pastor David reminds us that sanctification is a process, not an overnight thing. In other words, we cannot profess our faith in Christ and stay where we are.

How did Joanna support the work and ministry of Jesus?

Was Joanna present at the crucifixion of Jesus? Was she one of the women who found the empty tomb? (Luke 24) Pastor David explains how Joanna became a faithful witness for Jesus.


For more information about Mark Lanier’s Biblical Literacy class, click here.

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September 17, 2024

Title: Joanna – Yahweh has been Gracious
Topic: Lessor Known Women and Aspects of the Bible

Discussed by David Fleming
with Lanier Theological Library (www.LanierTheologicalLibrary.org)

Day 2

Last week, former CFBC Pastor David Fleming began a new series on Lessor Known Women and Aspects of the Bible, studying Achsah, the daughter of Caleb. His focus this week is Joanna, whose name means “Yahweh has been gracious.”

Scripture Passage: Luke 8

To view David Fleming’s video for this lesson, click here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

JOANNA’S RELIGIOUS AND SOCIAL CONTEXT:

What value and role did women play in society at that time?

What were women allowed and not allowed to do? David discusses four cultural norms.

Did Jesus shun women? Or did Jesus often use women to further his father’s Kingdom? David offers just a few of the examples and reminds us that Jesus was “counter cultural”.


JOANNA’S CONDUCT:

What do we know about Joanna’s past?

When and how did Joanna meet Jesus?

Why did Joanna become a disciple of Jesus?


For more information about Mark Lanier’s Biblical Literacy class, click here.

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September 16, 2024

Title: Joanna – Yahweh has been Gracious
Topic: Lessor Known Women and Aspects of the Bible

Discussed by David Fleming
with Lanier Theological Library (www.LanierTheologicalLibrary.org)

Day 1

Last week, former CFBC Pastor David Fleming began a new series on Lessor Known Women and Aspects of the Bible, studying Achsah, the daughter of Caleb. His focus this week is Joanna, whose name means “Yahweh has been gracious.”

Scripture Passage: Luke 8

To view David Fleming’s video for this lesson, click here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

Who was Joanna married to and why is this important? Where did they live? Who did her husband work for? Did they both come from middle-to-upper-class families? Were they educated?

Was Joanna an unlikely Christ-follower?

What value and role did women play in society at that time? Tune in tomorrow as Pastor David discusses the cultural norms of them time.


For more information about Mark Lanier’s Biblical Literacy class, click here.

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September 13, 2024

Title: Achsah, Daughter of Caleb
Topic: Lessor Known Women and Aspects of the Bible

Discussed by David Fleming
with Lanier Theological Library (www.LanierTheologicalLibrary.org)

Day 5

This week, Former CFBC Pastor David Fleming subs in for Mark Lanier while he is away on an anniversary trip with his wife. He begins a new series on Lessor Known Women and Aspects of the Bible. His focus this week is on Achsah, the daughter of Caleb.

To view David Fleming’s video for this lesson, click here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

JUDGES 1:11-15 – ACHSAH (CONTRIBUTIONS)

What can we learn about faith and courage from Achsah? Pastor David once again uses a great visual illustration to explain how our feelings affect our walk with God using a pie chart, which can be found at the 59-minute mark.

What can we learn from Achsah about the importance of being willing and able to be used by God? Pastor David discusses the significance of God using women to further His Kingdom in a culture that didn’t value women very much at all.

POINTS FOR HOME:

Galatians 3:28 – We are all one in Christ Jesus. God can and will use you.


For more information about Mark Lanier’s Biblical Literacy class, click here.

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September 12, 2024

Title: Achsah, Daughter of Caleb
Topic: Lessor Known Women and Aspects of the Bible

Discussed by David Fleming
with Lanier Theological Library (www.LanierTheologicalLibrary.org)

Day 4

This week, Former CFBC Pastor David Fleming subs in for Mark Lanier while he is away on an anniversary trip with his wife. He begins a new series on Lessor Known Women and Aspects of the Bible. His focus this week is on Achsah, the daughter of Caleb.

To view David Fleming’s video for this lesson, click here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

JUDGES 1:11-15 – ACHSAH (CONDUCT)

Was Achsah a “passive participant” in her father’s marriage plans for her? Pastor David uses an interactive pie chart on introverts and extroverts to explain Achsah’s feelings and attitude toward her arranged marriage. Click the link above and fast-forward to the 42-minute to view the chart.

What did Achsah ask of her father after her marriage? Pastor David discusses the significance of her request.


JUDGES 1:11-15 – ACHSAH (CONTRIBUTIONS)

What did Achsah’s request to her father accomplish? Did this provide for generations to come?

What can we learn about trust and obedience from Achsah? Pastor David reminds us that God is good all the time and He will never fail us.

What can we learn about faith and courage from Achsah?


For more information about Mark Lanier’s Biblical Literacy class, click here.

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September 11, 2024

Title: Achsah, Daughter of Caleb
Topic: Lessor Known Women and Aspects of the Bible

Discussed by David Fleming
with Lanier Theological Library (www.LanierTheologicalLibrary.org)

Day 3

This week, Former CFBC Pastor David Fleming subs in for Mark Lanier while he is away on an anniversary trip with his wife. He begins a new series on Lessor Known Women and Aspects of the Bible. His focus this week is on Achsah, the daughter of Caleb.

To view David Fleming’s video for this lesson, click here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

JUDGES 1:11-15 – ACHSAH (CONDUCT)

Yesterday, Pastor David explained how Caleb was a loving father. Today, he continues with that as he discusses Caleb’s faith in God and obedience to God’s Word.

Was Achsah a “passive participant” in her father’s marriage plans for her?

Why did Achsah encourage her new husband to speak with her father? What was the problem? Click the link above and fast-forward to the 42-minute mark to view Pastor David’s introvert/extrovert pie chart on thinking and feelings.

For more information about Mark Lanier’s Biblical Literacy class, click here.

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September 10, 2024

Title: Achsah, Daughter of Caleb
Topic: Lessor Known Women and Aspects of the Bible

Discussed by David Fleming
with Lanier Theological Library (www.LanierTheologicalLibrary.org)

Day 2

This week, Former CFBC Pastor David Fleming subs in for Mark Lanier while he is away on an anniversary trip with his wife. He begins a new series on Lessor Known Women and Aspects of the Bible. His focus this week is on Achsah, the daughter of Caleb.

To view David Fleming’s video for this lesson, click here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

JUDGES 1:11-15 – ACHSAH (CONTEXT)

Yesterday, Pastor David explained who Achsah was, who her father was, and who she was betrothed to.

What is the “Route of the 12 Spies”? Pastor David shares a “dad joke”. Listen for it!

What happened in history of significance before Achsah came onto the scene? Pastor David discusses why the Israelites were forced to wander in the desert for 40 years and then the Conquest of Hebron and Debir.

Was Caleb a loving father? If so, why did he betroth Achsah to her first-cousin? Pastor David shares several situations that show Caleb as a loving father.

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September 9, 2024

Title: Achsah, Daughter of Caleb
Topic: Lessor Known Women and Aspects of the Bible

Discussed by David Fleming
with Lanier Theological Library (www.LanierTheologicalLibrary.org)

Day 1

This week, Former CFBC Pastor David Fleming subs in for Mark Lanier while he is away on an anniversary trip with his wife. He begins a new series on Lessor Known Women and Aspects of the Bible. His focus this week is on Achsah, the daughter of Caleb.

To view David Fleming’s video for this lesson, click here.

QUESTIONS / ISSUES DISCUSSED:

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What is the recurring theme of the Book of Judges?

Is the judge in Judges an actual “judge”? Pastor David explains what it means in this book of the Bible.

JUDGES 1:11-15 – ACHSAH (CONTEXT)

Who is Achsah? Who was she betrothed to? Was he the first judge of Israel?

What did Achsah ask of Caleb, her father?

What is the “Route of the 12 Spies”? Pastor David shares a “dad joke”. Listen for it!

What happened in history of significance before Achsah came onto the scene?

For more information about Mark Lanier’s Biblical Literacy class, click here.

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