Session 3 of 50 Days of Transformation

Welcome to Session 3 of our '50 Days of Transformation' Study!  This week we will be studying how to be "Transformed in Our Mental Health".  The mind is an important part of our walk with God because whatever goes into our mind determines how we think, and who we are.

Our memory verse this week is found in Romans 12:2..."Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is-his good, pleasing, and perfect will."

How are you all doing with your daily devotions? I know that God is using them to minister to my own life, and I thought I would share with you a little that God's put on my heart. Recently I just passed my 29th year of salvation and I have to admit, in recent years I've gotten a bit slothful in my daily times with God. I still talked to Him, but not nearly as faithful as I first did. At the beginning of this 'Transformation Study' I made a promise, that before I did anything else in the morning, before I check my phone, turn on the radio or computer, or anything else, I would put God first by meeting daily with Him for a time of study and prayer. At times it's been a bit hard but over the last few weeks I definitely feel closer to God, and my daily time with Him has increased my peace and faith. 

Have you noticed any changes in your spiritual life since we began this study? How have you been 'Transformed'? Please consider sharing with us this week at the beginning of our meetings!

Our devotions begin on page 74.  Our questions for this week will be chosen from our Discovery Questions on page 70, make sure to answer them all because you never know which 3 will be chosen! 

Have a blessed week and I will see you either on Monday, February 1st at 8 PM or Wednesday, February 3rd at 1 PM!

Blessings,

Kathy 

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Session 2 of 50 Days of Transformation

Welcome to the 2nd Session of '50 Days of Transformation'!  This week we are discussing how to be Transformed in our Physical Health.

Just a few things to take note of this week:

1. Our Small Group Pastor has asked all Small Groups to submit a group photo!  Since we are online I am going to have to get creative - ha ha - and so if you would like your picture included in our Online Small Group Collage, please send one to me by this Thursday, January 28.  It needs to be one of you alone, preferably a headshot, and one you don't mind others seeing.  Send them to me thru Facebook, or my email. 
2. Did you get a chance to watch the Session 2 video yet?  It's been posted so please watch it before you attend Small Group.  There are notes in your workbook to fill out as you watch. Our questions will be taken from the questions asked about the Session 2 video on page 39.
3. I'd like to hear your Transformation Stories!  Have you experienced any spiritual growth, answers to prayer, or anything in between during this study?  Please send me a private email with the details.

I am looking forward to seeing you all this week, and am very excited to share this time of transformation with you all!  If you have any questions please don't hesitate to ask!

Blessings,

Kathy 

If you’re reading this on the Blog and not in your email box, and would like to join Small Group, follow these instructions…

• REGISTER your email to get Small Group updates!  Look to the top right of the Blog, put your email in, and don’t forget to ‘activate’ your registration through the link that will be emailed to you by Feedburner.
• JOIN SMALL GROUP by going to the Join Small Group tab and follow the instructions found there.

Session 1 of 50 Days of Transformation

Welcome to your '50 Days of Transformation'!  I have to say we are only one week into this study and I've already been blessed.  What a great message!  I am also excited to welcome all of our new members, and am so thankful for those who've been with us from the beginning.

Just a few things to take note of this week:

1. Our Small Group Pastor has asked all Small Groups to submit a group photo!  Since we are online I am going to have to get creative - ha ha - and so if you would like your picture included in our Online Small Group Collage, please send one to me as soon as possible.  It needs to be one of you alone, preferably a headshot, and one you don't mind others seeing.  Send them to me thru Facebook, or my email. 
2. Did you get a chance to watch the Session 1 video yet?  It's been posted so please watch it before you attend Small Group.  There are notes in your workbook to fill out as you watch. Our questions will be taken from the questions asked about the Session 1 video on page 9.
3. New to the Group?  Please take a gander at last week's Blog, it's full of helpful information.
4. I'd like to hear your Transformation Stories!  Have you experienced any spiritual growth, answers to prayer, or anything in between during this study?  Please send me a private email with the details.
5. Did you pray to receive Christ for the first time during Session 1's video?  Please let me know!

Again, I just want you all to know how blessed I am to call you friends, and how honored I am to have you join me as we study God's word together.  If you have any questions please don't hesitate to ask!

Blessings,

Kathy 

If you’re reading this on the Blog and not in your email box, and would like to join Small Group, follow these instructions…

• REGISTER your email to get Small Group updates!  Look to the top right of the Blog, put your email in, and don’t forget to ‘activate’ your registration through the link that will be emailed to you by Feedburner.
• JOIN SMALL GROUP by going to the Join Small Group tab and follow the instructions found there.

Introduction: 50 Days of Transformation Study

Welcome to Online Small Group!

This week we start our study with an "Introduction to 50 Days of Transformation". If you haven't had the chance you will need to watch this week's video (it's been posted on our Facebook Group page) before our meetings, as we will be discussing what we learned in the video.

Please do not start your book's devotionals until next week, as that is the week we start using the book.

Just a few things to note about this study:

• Each session includes a video, which I will post on Sunday mornings, which will need to be viewed before you attend the weekly meeting.
• Do not download the app that Rick Warren asks you to download. It's an app for his church, so it does not apply to us.
• Rick also asks us to take a group picture. We will not be doing so, so please don't send a picture to him.  
• The study begins on Monday, January 11 at 8 pm and Wednesday, January 13 at 1 pm.

I would like to welcome all our new members to the group!  We are so happy to have you join with us.  To help you, let me post a bit of information you might find useful before your first meeting. This info can be found on our Join Small Group page .

What time does the Group meet?

• We meet every Monday night at 8:00 PM & Wednesdays at 1:00 PM
• Since I live in Arizona we do not observe Daylight Savings Time. Please adjust your time according to the state you live in. For your convenience, here is a handy Time Zone Converter
• Small Group lasts for an hour.

How do I participate in Small Group?

• On the night of the Small Group, login into Facebook and go to the Authentic Living Small Group page. I will post a picture for the night, and underneath that picture, in the comments, is where our Small Group will meet for the night. We will open with prayer, and then I will be posting a series of questions. All answers should be posted in the comments under the picture as well. We will close with prayer.
• All answers should be prefaced with Q1, Q2, etc…so that we know which question is being answered.

What if I can't type as fast as other people?

• Please don't worry, our group is relaxed and easy going.  Post your answers and comments when you get them done, it doesn't matter if you're 'slow' or 'fast', we want to hear from you!

I think that just about covers it!  I am so excited as we begin this journey together!

Blessings, 

Kathy

If you’re reading this on the Blog and not in your email box, and would like to join Small Group, follow these instructions…

• REGISTER your email to get Small Group updates!  Look to the top right of the Blog, put your email in, and don’t forget to ‘activate’ your registration through the link that will be emailed to you by Feedburner.
• JOIN SMALL GROUP by going to the Join Small Group tab and follow the instructions found there.

Welcome to your “50 Days of Transformation” Bible Study!

Before we get into the new Study information, I just wanted to make sure you know that there is no group tomorrow night!  Enjoy the first Monday of the new year with your family and friends, and I will see you back next week, on January 11th!



I am so excited to begin this journey with you! During this series, based on the Transformed study, we will learn about the habits, truths, and characteristics that enable change - lasting change - to happen in our lives. To that end, let me give you a basic outline of what this study entails…

1. To better serve you we now have 2 identical meeting times:

• Monday evenings at 8 pm 
• Wednesday afternoons at 1 pm
• *I live in Arizona, so you will need to adjust your time according to your time zone.

2. The Study begins on Monday, January 11 and Wednesday, January 13.

3. There is a weekly video to watch before each meeting. For your convenience I will post the link on our Facebook Group page the Sunday before each meeting. Our first video link will be posted on Sunday, January 10.

• Please do not share the video link on your personal Facebook page. If you know someone who is interested, have them register and join the group. We would love to have them join us!

4. There are daily devotions for you to do on your own, during the week, including a weekly memory verse.

5. During the meeting our discussion will range from what you’ve learned from the video each week, answering the questions in your book, and perhaps even what you’ve learned from your daily devotions.

6. Because this study is something my entire church is doing, the weekly sermons will also revolve around the Transformation Study. I will make those available as well, but they are not required, and will be up on the website on Tuesdays for those who are interested.

7.  Registration is still open!  If you, or someone you know, is interested in the "50 Days of Transformation" Study there is still time for you to join us!  Follow this link to find out the details: "Join Small Group" Tab

If you have any questions please send me an email and I will get back to you! Can't wait to see you next week!

Love & Blessings,

Kathy