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Fellowship ValuesValuing the GospelRomans 1:16-17




































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This Week's Growth GuideGod’s Word is both central and critical to your spiritual growth. We invite you to utilize the Growth Guide during the week to further your application of the Truth from the message.
•. Monday - Romans 1•. Tuesday - Romans 2•. Wednesday - Romans 3•. Thursday - Romans 4•. Friday - Romans 5Finances
Weekly Budget      32,692Giving For 05/19   31,201Giving For 05/26   18,503YTD Budget     1,569,231Giving               1,636,376          OVER/(UNDER)      67,145
Men’s Smoke-Off June 8, 5-8:00 p.m.  | Fellowship Bible Church Join us for fellowship, games, and to eat smoked meat. We’ll also give a brief preview of what’s upcoming in Men’s Ministry over the next year. We are looking for 4-6 individuals or teams who have that special smoke and want to compete for the title of “King of Smoke” (we’ll provide the meat) Register at fellowshipconway.org/register.New to Fellowship?We are so glad that you chose to worship with our Fellowship Family this morning.  If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you.  Please fill out the “Connect Card” and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift. Fellowship 101We invite you to join us on Sunday, June 9, at 9:00 a.m. to learn more about Fellowship. This is a great opportunity to hear about our mission, values, and our ministries. If you’re new to Fellowship, join us in the conference room (first floor) to hear what God is doing and where He is taking us. During this time, you will meet some of our ministry leaders and get to ask questions. Register at fellowshipconway.org/register.  ​ Father’s Day Slide ShowWe will share a slide show of fellowship fathers during both services on June 16. Please send one high-resolution photo (per family) to rmorrow@fellowshipconway.org by Wednesday, June 12.
Men’s Fellowship Breakfast Men, join us for a great breakfast and fellowship on Wednesday, June 12, at 6:00 a.m. here in the Fellowship atrium. No sign-up is needed. Come with your Bible ready to eat, fellowship with other men, and start your day off right through prayer and Biblical insight. Questions? Contact Michael at mharrison@fellowshipconway.org.
Women’s Summer StudyJoin us for “To the praise of His Glory,”  a six-week study of Ephesians led by Heather Harrison. The study is Tuesdays, starting June 4th, from 6-8:00 p.m. here at Fellowship. Register at fellowshipconway.org/register.  Prayer During ServiceWe love to pray for one another. Our prayer team will have people by the Hope and Love signs at the front of the Auditorium to pray for you after the message. Please feel free to walk up to them for prayer or encouragement during the first worship song after the message.
Downline - 9 Months That Will Change Your LifeApply now for next year’s Downline class that starts on August 27th. The program equips individuals to know God’s Word and make disciples where God has strategically placed you around the city. Space and time are limited, so visit DownlineConway.com for more information and to submit your application.

2 Thessalonians: Keep Working While You Wait A Survey of the Bible




































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Message Slides
2 Thessalonians Chart - Wilson
Introduction to 2 Thessalonians - Stott
Argument of 2 Thessalonians - Dan Wallace
The Rhetoric of Thessalonians - Michael Holmes
Context: Who, Where, When, and Why?

•  Who composed 2 Thessalonians?
•  Who was the original audience of 2 Thessalonians?
•  When and where was 2 Thessalonians written?
•  Why was Paul writing?

Content: How and What?

•  How is 2 Thessalonians organized?
    Introduction: Salutation and Greeting (1:1-2)
    Comfort: Perseverance in Persecution  (1:3-1:12)
    - Summary: Gratitude for Growth and Endurance (1:3-4)
    - Details: The Thessalonians are worthy and God is just (1:5-10).
    - Prayer: God's power to produce growth and glory (1:11-12)
    Correction: Encouragement about Eschatology (2:1-17)
    - Don't Worry: The Day of the Lord has not already come (2:1-12).
    - Stand Firm: The Work of the Lord is not finished (2:13-17).
    Concerns: Prayer and Principles (3:1-15)
    - Pray for Paul's ministry and deliverance (3:1-2).
    - Paul prays for their strength, protection, and guidance (3:3-5).
    - Warning about the unruly and idle busybodies (3:6-15).
    Conclusion: Benediction, Blessing, and Final Words  (3:16-18)

•  What is the message of 2 Thessalonians?

Conviction: So What?

•  Where does 2 Thessalonians fit?
    - Written just a short time after 1 Thessalonians in order to clear up some misunderstandings in light of ongoing and increased persecution and confusion about the return of Jesus.
    - Paul addresses a “forged letter” attributed to him that had been circulated claiming that the day of the Lord had already come.
    -  Some were confused and some had stopped working in light of the “soon” return of Christ.

•  What should we believe?   
    - Eschatology matters.
    - The return of Christ is imminent (and perhaps soon).
    - Things will get worse before they get better.
    - Things will get better when Christ returns because Christ returns.

•  How should we behave?
    - Working hard.
    - Waiting expectantly.
    - Engaging in kingdom work.Next Steps •  Wait with confident expectancy.
•  Serve with purposeful focus.
•  Work with intentional consistency.This Week's Growth GuideGod’s Word is both central and critical to your spiritual growth. We invite you to utilize the Growth Guide during the week to further your application of the Truth from the message.
•. Monday - Acts 17:1-9•. Tuesday - 1 Thessalonians 1-5•. Wednesday - 2 Thessalonians 1•. Thursday - 2 Thessalonians 2•. Friday - 2 Thessalonians 3FinancesWeekly Budget      32,692Giving For 05/12   28,313Giving For 05/19   31,201YTD Budget     1,536,538 Giving               1,617,873          OVER/(UNDER)      81,335        Women’s Summer StudyJoin us for “To the praise of His Glory,” a six-week study of Ephesians led by Heather Harrison. The study is Tuesdays, starting June 4th, from 6-8:00 p.m. here at Fellowship. Register at fellowshipconway.org/register.For child care, text Shanna at 501-336-0332.  New to Fellowship?We are so glad that you chose to worship with our Fellowship Family this morning.  If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you.  Please fill out the “Connect Card” and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift. Invest in the Next GenerationWe are wrapping up the school year and preparing to head into the sum

1 Thessalonians: A Model ChurchA Survey of the Bible




































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Message Slides
1 Thessalonians Chart - Wilson
Introduction to 1 Thessalonians - Stott
Thessalonians - Michael Holmes
Argument of 1 Thessalonians - Dan Wallace
Context: Who, Where, When, and Why?

•  Who composed 1 Thessalonians?
•  Who was the original audience of 1 Thessalonians?
•  When and where was 1 Thessalonians written?
•  Why was Paul writing?

Content: How and What?

•  How is 1 Thessalonians organized?
    Introduction: Salutation and Greeting (1:1)
    Personal: Paul and the Thessalonians  (1:2-3:14)
•  Thanksgiving for Their Work of Faith,  Labor of Love, and Endurance of Hope. (1:2-10)
•  Background: Paul’s History with the Church. (2:1-3:13)
- Defense of Apostleship (2:1-12)
- Thanksgiving for Reception of the Gospel (2:13-16)
- Plans to Visit Them Soon (2:17-3:13)
     Practical: Christ and the Thessalonians (4:1-5:22)
•  Relationships in the Christian Community (4:1-12)
•  Return of Christ as an Encouragement (4:13-5:11)
•  Relationships in the Congregation (5:12-22)
     Conclusion: Benediction, Blessing, and Final Words (5:23-28)

•  What is the message of 1 Thessalonians?

Conviction: So What?

•  Where does 1 Thessalonians fit?
- One of Paul’s earliest letters is sent to a congregation that was a model of maturity but had some questions about Paul’s quick exit from the city and his concern for them.
- This letter contains Paul’s clearest exposition of how he measured a church, i.e.     “energetic work of faith, strenuous labor of love, and steadfast endurance of hope.”
- Every chapter finishes with a reminder of a truth about the return of Christ.

•  What should we believe?   
- Faith, love, and hope are the measure of a church.
- Energetic work, strenuous labor, and steadfast endurance are the natural and inevitable outcomes of faith, love, and hope.
- The return of Christ is an encouragement and motivation for sanctification.

•  How should we behave?
- Energetically serving God because our faith is growing.
- Persisting in the hard labor of loving people well because God loves us.
- Anchored deeply in the hope of Christ’s return as the ultimate hope for life, satisfaction, and justice.Next Steps •  Trust God with your entire life, deepening your faith, resulting in energetic work for the sake of the gospel and God’s people.
•  Reflect on the consistent and undeserved love God has for you and let that drive you to love others even when it is very, very hard.
•  Place your deepest hope in the return of Christ and our reunion with Him in person, which will keep you enduring through the storms of life.

This Week's Growth GuideGod’s Word is both central and critical to your spiritual growth. We invite you to utilize the Growth Guide during the week to further your application of the Truth from the message.
•. Monday - 1 Thessalonians 1•. Tuesday - 1 Thessalonians 2•. Wednesday - 1 Thessalonians 3•. Thursday - 1 Thessalonians 4•. Friday - 1 Thessalonians 5FinancesWeekly Budget      32,692Giving For 05/05   34,553Giving For 05/12   28,313YTD Budget     1,503,846Giving               1,586,672          OVER/(UNDER)      82,826       Women’s Summer StudyJoin us for “To the praise of His Glory,” a six-week study of Ephesians led by Heather Harrison. The study is Tuesdays, starting June 4th, from 6-8:00 p.m. here at Fellowship. Register at fellowshipconway.org/register.For child care, text Shanna at 501-336-0332. New to Fellowship?We are so glad that you chose to worship with our Fellowship Family this morning.  If you are joining us for the first time

                                           

Fellowship Values Valuing the Bible|2 Tim 3:14 - 4:5
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Message Slides

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•  The Necessity of the Bible








•  The Sufficiency of the BibleThis Week's Growth GuideGod’s Word is both central and critical to your spiritual growth. We invite you to utilize the Growth Guide during the week to further your application of the Truth from the message.
•. Monday - Psalm 119:1-32•. Tuesday - Psalm 119:33-72•. Wednesday - Psalm 119:73-112•. Thursday - Psalm 119:113-144•. Friday - Psalm 119:145-176FinancesWeekly Budget      32,692Giving For 04/28   31,628Giving For 05/05   34,853YTD Budget     1,471,154 Giving               1,558,659          OVER/(UNDER)      87,505        
Moore family, Welcome to fellowship! Join us  as we welcome Chris  and Whitney, along with their kids ; Will (17), Annabelle (15),  Nathan (12) and Brooklyn (8) “with a pounding during both services next Sunday, May 19.” Bring a “pound” of your favorite things to share with the Moores. Tables will be set up in the Atrium next week to receive the gifts.New to Fellowship?We are so glad that you chose to worship with our Fellowship Family this morning.  If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you.  Please fill out the “Connect Card” and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift. Invest in the Next GenerationWe are wrapping up the school year and preparing to head into the summer session, June 2-August 11.  We have positions in the nursery through the fourth grade. Be a part of laying a foundation of faith for our kids. Contact Heather at hmckinney@fellowshipconway.org.
Vacation Bible SchoolVBS registration is open! This is the time to register your kids for this fun week as well as for you to volunteer. VBS is for children currently in Kindergarten – 4th grade. For more information and to register, go to fellowshipconway.org/register. Dates for VBS are June 24-28. Cost is $5 per child.
Fellowship 101We invite you to join us on Sunday, June 9, at 9:00 a.m. to learn more about Fellowship. This is a great opportunity to hear about our mission, values, and our ministries. If you’re new to Fellowship, join us in the conference room (first floor) to hear what God is doing and where He is taking us. During this time, you will meet some of our ministry leaders and get to ask questions. Register at fellowshipconway.org/register.  ​ Life choices Change For LifeEach year Life Choices, our local pregnancy  resource center, assists hundreds of women in choosing Life for their baby.  Join with them by picking up a baby bottle this morning, filling it with change (or checks made out to Life Choices) and returning them Sunday, June 2.
Women’s Summer StudyJoin us for “To the praise of His Glory,” a six-week study of Ephesians led by Heather Harrison. The study is Tuesdays, starting June 4th, from 6-8:00 p.m. here at Fellowship. For child care, text Shanna at 501-336-0332. Register at fellowshipconway.org/register. Men’s Smoke-OFf | June 8, 5-8:00 p.m.  | Fellowship Bible ChurchJoin us for fellowship, games, and to eat smoked meat. We’ll also give a brief preview of what’s upcoming in Men’s Ministry over the next year. We are looking for 4-6 individuals or teams who have that special smoke and want to compete for the title of “King of Smoke” (we’ll provide the meat) Register at fellowshipconway.org/register.

  Colossians: The Sufficiency of ChristA Survey of the Bible
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Context: Who, Where, When, and Why?
Message Slides
Colossians Chart - Wilson
Colossae: The City and the Letter - Robert Wall
Colossae - Doug Moo
Colossians for Today - Robert Wall
Colossians Application - David Garland

•  Who composed Colossians?
•  Who was the original audience of Colossians?
•  When and where was Colossians written?
•  Why was Paul writing?

Content: How and What?

•  How is Colossians organized?
    Introduction: Salutation and Greeting (1:1-2)
    Personal Connection: Paul’s Care for and Ministry to the Church  (1:3-2:5)
•  Thanksgiving and Prayer: Thankful for faith, hope, and love, and praying for     pleasing fruit. (1:3-14)
•  Background: The Supremacy of Christ in the Gospel and Paul’s Ministry. (1:15-2:5)
    Main Idea: Life with Christ at the Center of Life (2:6-7)
    Doctrine of Salvation: The Supremacy of Christ in the Life of the Church (2:8-23)
•  Christ is fully God; in Him you have all you need. (2:8-15)
•  Christ is the reality; all else is shadows. (2:16-19)
•  Christ frees us from human rules and regulations. (2:20-23)
     Practice of Sanctification: The Supremacy of Christ in the Life of the Believer (3:1-4:6)
•  Transformation: The Old Self and the New Self. (3:1-14)
•  Relationships: Christian Living in the Home. (3:15-4:1)
•  Evangelism: Devotion to Prayer and Winsome Living. (4:2-6)
Conclusion: Greetings, Exhortation, and Benediction  (4:7-18)

•  What is the message of Colossians?

Conviction: So What?

•  Where does Colossians fit?
- As a short epistle, Colossians is full of rich theology, clear application, and personal connection. We learn a lot about the “Pauline Circle” at the end of the book.
- Colossians is a deeply theological letter that is written to a church that is being threatened with teaching that diminishes the supremacy and sufficiency of Christ.
- Colossians presents perhaps Paul’s most lofty presentation of Christology.
- Colossians also presents the clear application of a high Christology to daily living.

•  What should we believe?   
- Jesus Christ is God and nothing less.
- In Him we have all we need.

•  How should we behave?
•  Cancel your quest for more rituals.
•  Cancel your quest for more knowledge.
•  Cancel your quest for more experiences.
•  Cancel your quest for more rules.
Next Steps •  Lock in to the Supremacy and Sufficiency of Christ. •  Deepen your relationship with Jesus Christ. •  Allow God’s word about His Son to be “at home” in your life.
This Week's Growth GuideGod’s Word is both central and critical to your spiritual growth. We invite you to utilize the Growth Guide during the week to further your application of the Truth from the message.
•. Monday - Colossians 1•. Tuesday - Colossians 2•. Wednesday - Colossians 3•. Thursday - Colossians 4•. Friday - Colossians 1-4FinancesWeekly Budget      32,692Giving For 04/21   32,465Giving For 04/28   31,628YTD Budget     1,438,462 Giving               1,523,806          OVER/(UNDER)      85,344       Baby DedicationFellowship loves partnering with parents to dedicate them to the Lord. Sunday, May 12th, during both services, we will have a time for parents to dedicate their children and be prayed over by Ken. If you would like to have your children dedicated, email Lisa at lgerdes@fellowshipconway.org.  Please include what service you would like.
New to Fellowship?We are so glad that you chose to worship with our Fellowship Family this morning.  If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are h

Philippians: Partnership Worthy of the Gospel A Survey of the Bible




































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Message Slides
Philippians Chart - Wilson
Roman Citizenship - Lynn CVohick
Philippi (Social) - Ben Witherington
Philippi (Historical) - Gordon Fee
Argument of Philippians - Dan Wallace
Early Christian Hymns - David Capes

Context: Who, Where, When, and Why?

•  Who composed Philippians?
•  Who was the original audience of Philippians?
•  When and where was Philippians written?
•  Why was Paul writing?

Content: How and What?

•  How is Philippians organized?
Introduction to Partnership (1:1-30)
•  Thanksgiving and Memory of Partnership (1:1-26)
•  The Priority of Partnership: Standing Firm in Unity (1:27-30)
PARTNERSHIP MEANS STANDING TOGETHER IN UNITY (2:1-30)
•  Unity Grows Out of Humility
•  Humility Is Exemplified By Christ (2:6-11)
•  Humility Is Exemplified By Timothy (2:12-24)
•  Humility Is Exemplified By Epaphroditus (2:25-30)
PARTNERSHIP MEANS STANDING FIRM FOR THE GOSPEL (3:1-4:1)
•  The Gospel Is Based In Standing Firm (2:1-30)
•  Standing Firm Is Exemplified By Paul (3:1-21)
Applications of Partnership (4:2-23)
•  Stand Unified in Truth (4:2-9)
•  Partnership Appreciated (4:10-23)

•  What is the message of Philippians?

Conviction: So What?

•  Where does Philippians fit?
- Philippians is a deeply personal and heartfelt letter from Paul to a congregation that has supported him throughout his ministry.  Most recently, this took place by them sending him a gift with Epaphroditus.
- Paul uses many real life examples to show the application of his two primary   principles of Unity and Steadfastness.  He uses the example of Jesus, Timothy, Epaphroditus, and his own life.
- Paul is grateful for their partnership and reminds them to keep it strong through humble unity and sturdy commitment to the truth of the gospel.

•  What should we believe?   
- Each of us have an important role to play in the life of the church.
- Our role may include suffering as we identify with Christ.
- Our primary identity should be as “citizens of heaven.”

•  How should we behave?
- Identified with Christ.
- Unified with others.
- Committed to the gospel of grace.Next Steps •  I will humble myself to pursue unity around the gospel.
•  I will stand firm for the truth of the gospel, even in the face of opposition.
•  I will be faithful in my own financial partnership in the gospel.This Week's Growth GuideGod’s Word is both central and critical to your spiritual growth. We invite you to utilize the Growth Guide during the week to further your application of the Truth from the message.
•. Monday - Philippians 1•. Tuesday - Philippians 2•. Wednesday - Philippians 3•. Thursday - Philippians 4•. Friday - Acts 17:10-15FinancesWeekly Budget      32,692Giving For 04/14   19,249Giving For 04/21   32,465YTD Budget     1,405,769 Giving               1,492,178           OVER/(UNDER)      86,409     
Fellowship on the Lawn |  April 28  |  4:30 p.m.Join us today at 4:30 PM for fellowship, fun, and food. Food trucks available as well as inflatables for the kids and Kona Ice will be served from 5:30-6:30 p.m. New to Fellowship?We are so glad that you chose to worship with our Fellowship Family this morning.  If you are joining us for the first time or have been checking us out for a few weeks, we are excited you are here and would love to meet you.  Please fill out the “Connect Card” and bring it to the Connection Center in the Atrium, we would love to say “hi” and give you a gift. Invest in the Next GenerationWe are wrapping up the school year and preparing to head into summer. We are ending our three-year journey through the B