I totally agree with you. Additionally, they decided that intersex athletes will have to keep their testosterone levels under 2.5 nanomoles for at [Read more] They are marching you down to Rome, with all their Contemplative prayers. Last year, 3 ladies in my group came to accept Jesus as their personal saviour. With working at Bible Study Fellowship, it is great training to teach me about management the right way and teaching other businesses how to thrive. The ministry is rapidly circling the drain, teaching elements of Spiritual Formation, pushing seeker-friendly training of leaders, watering-down their study materials, and redefining grace and love in the training of their leadership, in promoting silence/compromise over speaking truth that may offend. Yes! That is not something to boast about. How deeply saddened I am therefore, to learn of the deception that has entered this once biblically sound ministry. Dont you know that you are violating Scripture yourself by tearing down the Body in front of the world and giving free ammunition to Satan? After reading all the letters and comments, I see many other red flags and wil not be able to join BSF afterall. He seems to be put on the back burner when it comes to politics, culture, and leaning into liberal perspective and rules for change. . WebIsaiah 1:1-31 ESV / 2 helpful votesHelpfulNot Helpful. The info provided on your website has assured me that I was right to be concerned about the changes in BSF. What spoke to my heart primarily was that I was required to sit in a group with women I did not know and pray with them. She is scripture only by the inductive method. That extra half an hour does make a difference. With working at Bible Study Fellowship, it is great training to teach me about management the right way and teaching other businesses how to thrive. We are happy BSF is seeking to reach us with technology. I also noticed little to no mention of the Holy Spirit except in the context of informal leadership on only one site. 3) They listen to teaching that explains what was studied. My prayer is that many who love Jesus would wake up to these deceptions quickly and be aroused from any wool that has been pulled over their eyes, blindness. The focus of the organization is entirely self-preservation which is socorporate. I am distressed by the use of the word community used frequently by my churchs leadership. I resigned from BSF in December 2018. But sad to see how it slipped down deeply from the mission of bsf. Now I teach a class Bible for Dummies which attracts people who were just like me before I started studying the word. I have been with BSF for two years and they are totally Biblical, not legalistic. When I saw that Rick Warren had a part in writing materials for BSF, I immediately knew I couldnt join. The focus is still the bible alone. Such were some of you; but you were washed, but you were sanctified, but you were justified in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ and in the Spirit of our God. And Paul wrote the Corinthian epistles or letters because evil was reported to him by godly believers who caredthings reported commonly among you. (1 Corinthians chapter 5:1) Evil is to be reported, judged and removed. I agree with the comments regarding the new age/new spiritualitys frequent referencing of the word community. The speaker went on to crack jokes about whether one could worship God while smoking marijuana. None of this would be happening on her watch. And more is stated in these verses regarding judging others so we do not associate with them or allow them in the church. 
Ive been with BSF for 14 years and a leader for 8. I was hoping today I could share my love for JESUS CHRIST and witnesss FOR Jesus. Above all, the subtlety that seems to be missed is how community completely neglects the need and purpose for the Head. Her words and thoughts not mine. amzn_assoc_default_search_phrase = "Bible Gifts"; But most times, our group dont rely on simplistic responses and encourage our group members to dig deeper and go farther than the obvious answers. To gather together to have fun. It is set apart. Can you provide the chapter and subheading and perhaps the beginning of the paragraph to which you are referring (on your page 244)? G. Lee, the audience at Lighthouse Trails IS the church. These are doctrinal issues, whether BSF sees them as such or not, and from a biblical standpoint these members need to be taught that praying to Mary and baptism for the dead are unscriptural and sinful. Afterwards, I reached out to 2 BSF-ers I knew back when but after waiting several hours for their reply, I just decided to search online. were told to turn to the Bible Project for a teaching on the Holy Spirit. I asked the discussion leader if this was going to be the new format and she said sometimes it would be like this and sometimes would be different. As for our experience in a major city, people know BSF to be one of the most rigorous and organized Bible Studies out there bringing people various mainline Christian denominations to study deeply over a moderated study with definitive doctrinal teaching. We have continued this last 5 years with a great teaching leader and more than 70 women registered and still going strong. Your email address will not be published. This may help Bible Study Fellowship and leaders spread the Good News to many more. But if the Word is truly being compromised, whining about it to the world is NOT earnestly contending for the faith, it is handing the devil a trophy. WebBSF International, formerly known as Bible Study Fellowship is "an interdenominational, not-for-profit, international, lay Christian organization [which] aims to acquaint people with the truth of the Bible through classes using personal study, discussion group participation, lecture, printed notes. After many years of hearing my wifes family (only the women, NONE of the men do BSF) talk about this program and the great studies, Im breaking down and diving in to one of them close (well, 25 minutes the closest) to my home. I forwarded this article to the friend who had been invited me to attend BSF again this year. I noticed for the first time last year that there is a doctrine that is incorrect that is in BSF material pertaining to the character of God. We have to judge worldly persons so we can end fellowship. However, please keep it positive criticism. Dear friends, Ive known for years about the Emergent churchs influence and so many New Age influences were creeping into the church. Are there not times when we are unfaithful to Him? It was founded in 1959 by Audrey Wetherell Johnson, a British evangelist to China. The biblical gospel is a stumbling block and an offense to the lost. (Purpose-driven life?) I hope more will realize CHRIST is the ONLY WAY, TRUTH, AND LIFE before its too late. I miss this unstructured time together. Also, Rod Dreher (author of the Benedict Option) has been heavily influenced by Alasdair MacIntyre another communitarian. I love the changes BSF has been willing to make to reach people for Jesus. I went to BSF In my early 20s and a lot of my complaints are echoed by the previous comments. I thank God for His work in and through BSF. Cant put my finger on it. Many years ago there was a personality conflict and a splinter group walked away with the BSF study principles. If you would like your pastor [Read more] I came to BSF because I dont know much about the Bible and want to learn about God who I want to be in relationship with but dont know very well. There is much good in BSF but Satan is trying to destroy it from within. People did their homework and kept quiet until they really had something biblical to say. Is it enough/possible to reform a local group? With working at Bible Study Fellowship, it is great training to teach me about management the right way and teaching other businesses how to thrive. There was so much biblical truth taught in this study that was not said here Christ, the Word is the source of all life- physical, moral, intellectual and eternal The Gospel proclaims that knowing the full scope or our sinfulness, God sent His Son to save and transform us, Whoever trusts in Jesus and commits wholly to Him has crossed over from death to life Jesus is Gods Lamb who takes away the sins of the world To participate by faith in the death and life of Jesus Christ is the only was one may receive eternal life. People had to really want to come I didnt pander to anyone and everyone was encouraged to do their studies. This year I have a lady from Singapore who is so excited to be part of our California Online group. Lighthouse Trails to Send Out 20th Mailing to Christian Pastors and Leaders I am actually saddened that so many people here have had bad experiences with their BSF groups. We can never stand on the words of men which in any way changes Scripture. I put into action what I learned about directing the group and kept the discussions on track. Wow this is really a judgmental attitude and I have been a Christian for a long long time. When I did discover who they were and what they believed I recognised the errancy of this organisation. Giving away Texts from the Bible. I was heartbroken to read people saying I am being led astray. I was most blessed that week by the open dialogue between my leadership group members when one asked a question prompted by Day 1 but not verbatim from the lesson about the difference in the conscience mind and the indwelling of the Holy Spirit and another group member gave a testimonial response, not a fixing response. Ive recently returned to a BSF class in my area it is connected to a fully functioning class closer to the city. This friend of mine does not attend church anywhere because of unsound doctrine in most all the churches in the area we live so I thought she would appreciate and want to know about BSF. I am so grateful for this thread. I question the faith gift, when it comes to falling away, only those given this gift. Other terms used: Kingdom flow, be the people of God in community, wherever you go life thrives in your collective units (communities),differentiated identities, cluster power, fruit of transformed communities, You are a community, a Kingdom people collectively. WebCHILDREN'S SUPERVISOR (Current Employee) - Palatine, Il - June 24, 2014. If you dont have a suggestion for an improvement, you may also list problems you find as well. I had to disagree with some things but overall, I love the notes and lectures and especially meeting people from other denominations who really love the Lord. As a foundational mindset kick-start to the study, eBook A Faithful Legacy, co-authored by Stephen R. Graves and Susan C. Rowan, was sent to Bible Study Fellowship class members and leadership in July 2018. 2 Corinthians chapter 6 also clarifies this. I like the not calling on women so often. THANK YOU BSF LADIES WHO HAVE BEEN AND INSPIRATION TO ME. If leadership is in error, you should be going to them, then taking a few people with you, then taking it to the church if they do not correct. amzn_assoc_linkid = "cbae14634df65c235c912dd9a69ad1c9"; feedback to changes made to bible study fellowship, BSF People of the Promise: Kingdom Divided 2022/2023, Coffee and God: Sunday's Monthly Coffee Chat. Sam, 3) They listen to teaching that explains what was studied. Amazing how few professing Christians understand this dynamic. The vision of Isaiah the son of Amoz, which he saw concerning Judah and Jerusalem in the days of Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah, kings of Judah. Dear Jo, I am grateful you have been saved. I became a convert so to speak. What did it for me, in studying the Book of John, was when the notes said Remember, your salvation does not depend on you being faithful and loyal to Jesus. Wow, happy we dont live in the same town & happen to sit next to each other in a BSF class! SEEKING TRUTH AND HAVING AN APOLOGETICS HEART. It is scriptural to call out those who are publicly teaching dangerous doctrines that take people away from the Gospel and Gods Word, rather than to it. I was a part of BSF for quite a few years and a Childrens Leader but resigned when I finally understood this errancy and repented of participation in it. Co-incidentally, we received a second letter last week from another BSF member who shared similar concerns. God states in 1 Corinthians chapter 6: Or do you not know that the unrighteous will not inherit the kingdom of God? Bible Study Fellowship (BSF) and Salvation by Works. amzn_assoc_region = "US"; Incidentally, Linda submitted her resignation letter to BSF last week after being involved with the organization for over 20 years (12 years as a leader). Group times have morphed into chat sessions only loosely tied to the lesson, and most lectures are unchallenging. Thats when Gods grace comes in, we must all remember that we are at different levels of faith. My experience that evening at the Conference was so upsetting that it was the last time I attended that church. Or do you not know that the unrighteous will not inherit the kingdom of God in Corinthians. I put into action what I learned about directing the group and kept the discussions track... So upsetting that it was founded in 1959 by Audrey Wetherell Johnson, a British evangelist to China them. More will realize CHRIST is the only WAY, TRUTH, and lectures. Influence and so many new Age influences were creeping into the church Bible Study and. 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