Bethany Church
Extravagant Forgiveness
Locations & Times
Bethany Church
6601 Alderson St, Weston, WI 54476, USA
Sunday 8:00 AM
Jesus made seven statements on the cross. The first one was about forgiveness. Why is it important, and why was this first?
1. Forgiveness is rooted in Relationship
a. Genesis had the first opportunity for forgiveness
b. Jesus started many relationships with forgiveness, then the changes
2. Forgiveness is the first thing Jesus said on the cross
a. The Cross points to God’s extravagant forgiveness
b. It took a lot to say anything on the cross, and Jesus is recorded saying
just 7 things
c. The first thing Jesus said was forgiveness
d. This statement is completely false but it is completely true
3. Why God does not forgive everyone
a. We need forgiveness
b. God is just
c. The cross is the proof of God’s character, and
why we can hope in Him
Next Steps:
1. Receive God’s forgiveness
2. Forgive others
1. Forgiveness is rooted in Relationship
a. Genesis had the first opportunity for forgiveness
b. Jesus started many relationships with forgiveness, then the changes
2. Forgiveness is the first thing Jesus said on the cross
a. The Cross points to God’s extravagant forgiveness
b. It took a lot to say anything on the cross, and Jesus is recorded saying
just 7 things
c. The first thing Jesus said was forgiveness
d. This statement is completely false but it is completely true
3. Why God does not forgive everyone
a. We need forgiveness
b. God is just
c. The cross is the proof of God’s character, and
why we can hope in Him
Next Steps:
1. Receive God’s forgiveness
2. Forgive others
GIVE
Verse of the Week: Luke 23:34
And Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do.” And they cast lots to divide his garments.
https://www.bethanyschofield.org/giveEVENTS
WOMEN’S “SHAPE” STUDY: Tuesdays, 6PM, Join us in finding and fulfilling your unique purpose for life.
S-Spiritual Gifts, H-Heart, A-Abilities, P-Personality, E-Experiences. Author: Erik Rees, Contact: Sherry 715-803-9487
REFRESH WOMEN’S RETREAT: ·
at Forest Springs-Saturday, March 29 This will be an opportunity to step away and dig deep into God's word. It will be a chance to unplug in the stillness and beauty of God's creation while enjoying great conversations, laughter, and encouragement. We can coordinate carpooling. The speaker is Elizabeth Murphy who "has a passion for speaking truth to women who are hungry for heart change."
Schedule: Day-only option registration - 8:00 a.m.
Breakfast, morning session, & workshops
Lunch, free time activities
Supper, evening session
The cost for the day is $73 for WNW, but you must contact Terri Elliott (715-544-8261 text or voicemail) for details to get that rate.
S-Spiritual Gifts, H-Heart, A-Abilities, P-Personality, E-Experiences. Author: Erik Rees, Contact: Sherry 715-803-9487
REFRESH WOMEN’S RETREAT: ·
at Forest Springs-Saturday, March 29 This will be an opportunity to step away and dig deep into God's word. It will be a chance to unplug in the stillness and beauty of God's creation while enjoying great conversations, laughter, and encouragement. We can coordinate carpooling. The speaker is Elizabeth Murphy who "has a passion for speaking truth to women who are hungry for heart change."
Schedule: Day-only option registration - 8:00 a.m.
Breakfast, morning session, & workshops
Lunch, free time activities
Supper, evening session
The cost for the day is $73 for WNW, but you must contact Terri Elliott (715-544-8261 text or voicemail) for details to get that rate.
MISSIONARY PRAYER GUIDE
ANYONE who wants the winter Missionary Prayer Guide, please feel free to take a copy from the Missions bulletin board in the hallway.
Community Garden Meeting Rescheduled
Our Community Garden has spaces available for the season. Anyone who is interested in planting a 4’ x 8’ plot may want to attend the single meeting of the gardeners on Wednesday, March 19 at 6:30pm in the lower level of our building. You may also bring a friend from the community for this free opportunity. Use the Connection card or contact the church office.
Meal Train for Phil Klein
Phil Klein had back surgery on 2/11/25 and will be in a totally immobilized brace. He will have at least 2 months of recovery. Please provide meals for 1 person starting on 3/3/25, 3 times per week for 3 weeks. He does not eat pork. He needs food that is easy to swallow. Mild Spices are OK . (If you can take a meal any day, that is fine. It does not have to be Monday ,Wednesday or Friday, just let him know what day you can deliver).
Please click on the link below to sign up to take them a meal.
https://takethemameal.com/UWOL7992Please click on the link below to sign up to take them a meal.
Meals for Thompsons
Please provide a diabetic-friendly meal to Curt and Maureen Thompson as they recover from a prolonged COVID 19 infection. Saturday, Sunday and Monday. March 15, 16 and 17th. Thank you in advance for your help with this.
Please sign up on the link:
https://takethemameal.com/HJTT3651EMT Equipping Moms with Truth
Meeting Thursday, March 20 6:30PM for a meal and topic of conversation. Contact: Cheri 715-574-4780.