Intimacy with God is experienced thru: Jesus’ promises. on the Spirit’s provision. Jesus by following His practices. Applying God's Word to Life Describe a couple whose love relationship or friendship is enviable? What does their relationships look like, feel like and sound like? When have you desperately wished you could have something that someone else had? What was it? Why? What are some of the most profound claims and promises Jesus has made? What makes His promises compelling or believable? How does Jesus’ view of your potential compare to how you see yourself? What has the believer been given in order to make it possible for God to do great things through them? What benefits are mentioned and what names are used by Jesus to help believers see just how blessed we are to receive His presence in us? What is the greatest need you are feeling right now in your walk? How does God’s offer of Himself answer your greatest need right now? How does the “Love Cycle” Jesus described point us toward a hopeful path where we can experience God’s love on a deeper level? 10)Which of these three responses is going the best and which area needs the most help right now in your life? 11)What step are you taking by faith to embrace God’s love for you in Christ? Announcements IF:One Night Women’s Conference this Friday!: Hope Community is hosting this event in Starbuck on Friday, February 27 from 6-10 p.m (you do not have to stay until 10:00), doors open at 5:30. This night out is a great opportunity to gather with friends and grow spiritually. We provide snacks, desert, and beverages. It will be streamed live. More information can be found on the welcome table. So that we can plan well, please sign up using the link on our app or website event pages. Women's Monday Night Bible Study Starting Soon!: We will be walking through Abide by Jen Wilkin, a ten-week study of 1, 2, 3 John. In a world full of noise and confusion, 1 John calls us back to abide in Christ-walking in the light, loving one other, and standing firm in truth. Contact Kari Juetten at 320-808-7085 by March 2 if you are interested. Compelled Newsletter Mailings: Compelled sends out 3-4 paper newsletters a year. We currently have around 700 supporters that receive a newsletter. A few women have graciously agreed to help me get these out each time. If you would like to join us, we will be putting them together at the church office on Saturday, March 7 at 12:30pm. You can just drop by, but if you plan to attend you might want to text Vickie 320-805-0450 just in case there is an issue (twice the copy machine was giving me issues). Camp Shamineau Kids/Youth Summer Camp: If you are interested in sending your child to summer camp, you can find brochures on the welcome table. There is also information regarding decreasing cost of camp on the table. Sermon Based Small Group Glenwood: Tuesdays at 7:00 pm at Central Square, Suite 200. Attend when you are able. Sermon Based Small Group Starbuck: Wednesdays at 6:45 p.m. at the Starbuck site. Attend when you are able. Youth Group: for 5th-12th grade, Wednesdays from 6:40-8:05 pm at Central Square Glenwood. Meet in the community room.