June 2019

Dig Deeper Still

Do I tell the truth? I had to ask myself that question not

long ago after I posted a picture of a gorgeous purple

clematis from my backyard. The caption read, “Spring.” On

the surface that seemed like a perfectly normal, fun post.

It's what I didn’t say in the caption that would have told so

much more. “Spring” didn’t tell the whole story.

What I didn’t say was that those flowers held deeper

friends knew I was grieving so they reached out to try to get

me out of the house. While we were shopping at a local flea market I found the carriage,

and it just seemed to fit. For years I placed potted plants in it on our porch. Later when we

moved to a different house I used it to support the climbing clematis vine.

Since that time, when those flowers bloom, what I “don’t say” is they remind me of that

time when I lost a precious little one; they remind me of the family and friends that

supported me when I was at my lowest; they remind me of new beginnings and God’s

promises to me; and they bring me joy. Joy in our Creator. Joy in the strength of family

and friendships. Joy that God had... and has... a perfect plan for you and for me.

Scripture, the Word of God, the love of family and friends... it all carried me through that

training in righteousness, so that the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for

every good work.” 2 Timothy 3:16-17

“For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it

penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts

and attitudes of the heart.” Hebrews 4:12

“Do not conform 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.” Romans 12:2

Also, I encourage you to get curious with your friends and family. Dig a little. When you

ask them how things are going and they answer “okay”, dig deeper and ask them what

layers of meaning to me? God knows.

Reflect and Respond

What Scripture has jumped out of the page at you lately? Will you share that with

someone?

Who has the Holy Spirit put on your mind to reach out to? Will you reach out?

Dig Deeper Still was written by Margo Bodishbaugh -

Margo Bodishbaugh, is the Women's Shepherding Leader at

Fellowship Fayetteville. Margo is happily married to Matt and has

three grown daughters. One of her greatest joys is to meet with

women, hear their stories, and help them find a place to use their

Parenting with Grace & Salt

(childcare registration is now closed)

Draw near to your Father and deepen your relationship with Him as you parent your

children. This active class, led by Leslie Corbell, will combine personal Bible study with

Pray for a team of women traveling from Fellowship to Fortaleza, Brazil, June 7 through

the 16. Pray for safety, health, and for the Brazilians who have signed up for the Bible

study classes to attend and experience life-change.

Getting Married?

MERGE Premarital Workshops

MERGE is an 8-week, premarital experience offered each year

in the Spring, Summer, and Fall, only on the Fellowship

Fayetteville campus. These workshops are designed to provide

engaged and seriously dating couples a unique opportunity to

learn, seek wisdom, and receive counsel on marriage from a

Fall Session: September 29 - November 17, 2019

Discipleship

As a Christ follower today, we strive to incorporate

discipleship into our everyday relationships. It is not

just evangelizing, but mentoring: a spiritually older

woman in Christ (discipler) teaches and models how to

live a godly faith-filled life to a spiritually younger

woman (disciplee). Formats may vary with each

If you have administrative skills and enjoy being around people, we would love to put

your talents to use as a member of our front office volunteer team at Fellowship

Fayetteville. We are currently seeking front desk volunteers to commit to serving weekly

or rotating twice a month - your choice of a four hour shift on Mondays, Wednesdays, or

Fridays. Contact: Ray Wagoner, 479-659-3615 or Vicki Kennedy, 479-659-3684.