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Anyone else doing this? I just started, after a few years of nudging from a friend. I have some reservations, but I think it's going to be good because it seems very structured. I also like that everyone everywhere is studying the same thing at the same time. Plus it's been a long time since I've been in a Bible study so I am pretty exicted. And mama got to buy a brand new Bible out of the deal, that's always a nice bonus.

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You know you'll have to play nice with others there...
:D I know. No interdenominational bickering, they don't want participants bringing up what affiliation they belong to. I think it's a good idea, it keeps you focused on the common ground. I hear it's an educational study but it's also life application study-- and that's really what I am looking forward to. I am really a nice person in person, my internet personality doesn't reflect this accuratley I'm afraid. :D
 
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I've actually joined CBS this year which I bieleve is the same concept of BSF. We're studying the Servants of God...Joshua, Judges, 1&2 Samuel and Ruth. What are you studying???
We're studying Matthew. Another reason I am excited, around Christmas and Easter, if this is really in depth it should help me focus on the advent and lent stuff, which I always struggle with. So, I'm pretty pumped. :)

What does CBS stand for I imagine BS is bible study but I haven't heard of it before. :)
 
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We're studying Matthew. Another reason I am excited, around Christmas and Easter, if this is really in depth it should help me focus on the advent and lent stuff, which I always struggle with. So, I'm pretty pumped. :)

What does CBS stand for I imagine BS is bible study but I haven't heard of it before. :)


Community Bible Study :)
 
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Anyone else doing this? I just started, after a few years of nudging from a friend. I have some reservations, but I think it's going to be good because it seems very structured. I also like that everyone everywhere is studying the same thing at the same time. Plus it's been a long time since I've been in a Bible study so I am pretty exicted. And mama got to buy a brand new Bible out of the deal, that's always a nice bonus.

Michelle

I hope you don't mind me responding.

My wife did BSF for two years and really, really enjoyed it. She appreciated the structure and the fact that discussion was always on track, that it motivated people to be prepared and that adult and children's lessons were integrated.

I hope you enjoy it.

Currently we're in a CBS (Community Bible Study) program because BSF doesn't have a program in our area.
 
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:D I know. No interdenominational bickering, they don't want participants bringing up what affiliation they belong to. I think it's a good idea, it keeps you focused on the common ground. I hear it's an educational study but it's also life application study-- and that's really what I am looking forward to. I am really a nice person in person, my internet personality doesn't reflect this accuratley I'm afraid. :D

Yes! At BSF and CBS you are to focus on the study of the text and no denominationl division.

Hmmm . . .
 
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My wife did BSF for two years and really, really enjoyed it. She appreciated the structure and the fact that discussion was always on track, that it motivated people to be prepared and that adult and children's lessons were integrated.
That's encouraging to hear. Other Bible studies that I have been in have been good, but we would get too off track in discussions and it seemed never had enough time to get to everything. I really like the fact that it's structured. I just finished my first week's lesson-- I am very excited to be involved in it. I think I will enjoy it, thanks. :)
 
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