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Friday Question: Will we meet Jesus as soon as we die? https://www.desiringgod.org/interviews/will-we-meet-jesus-as-soon-as-we-die

Of the twelve disciples, four seem to stand out as contenders for the role of most valued apostle. Peter, James, and John were present at all of the major recorded happenings during Jesus’s ministry. And Peter, John, James, and Andrew are each grouped together at the top of the listing of disciples (Matt. 10:2-4, Mark 3:16-19, Luke 6:14-16, Acts 1:13). Out of this group, though, Peter seems to have the most obvious claim to the title of "smartest disciple." But then came Paul.

“Lament is a prayer in pain that leads to trust”. The author begins by tracing this prayer language of “turn, complain, ask, and trust” through the psalms. The first movement in lament (turn) is simply to choose to keep praying. Even if all we can manage is to stumble to Christ’s feet and collapse in a sobbing heap, that in itself is an act of faith.

Friday Question: Why is it good that God is not like us? https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/video/jen-wilkin-good-news-god-not-like-us/

The world is undergoing a massive demographic shift. Nearly 80 million Baby Boomers will retire in the next 20 years, at a rate of nearly 10,000 per day. By 2035, Americans of retirement age will exceed the number of people under age 18 for the first time in U.S. history. Globally, the number of people age 60 and over is projected to double to more than two billion by 2050. But today a growing number of Baby Boomers like Anne Bell – both Christians and their neighbors – are discontent with current cultural assumptions about retirement, and are asking better questions about work, calling, and purpose later in life.

Did you remember that we are having our final #LifeTogether prayer night tonight at 6pm at church? If not here’s your weekly reminder to come out and pray for our church. #PrayForOurChurch #PrayForYourChurch #PrayerMatters #WordPrayerGospel

Why has social media become a search for social approval? And why does this matter so much to us that it consumes some people’s lives? In a recent issue of the New Yorker, journalist Jia Tolentino wrote that perhaps the primary problem with social media is that “we have allowed social media to make us feel valuable.”

Our culture is constantly asking us questions of identity: What do you do? Where are you from? What are your dreams? Education? Political party? The fear of insignificance or isolation will lead many to plant their flag at the top of their achievements, followers, or tribe, with a banner waving, “This is me!” Yet all who are in Christ have been freed from the toil of seeking to prove our own significance. (Rom. 8:15; Gal. 5:1)

Follow along with us on FB and IG for more info on our mama/grandma and me play dates all summer long at various parks in the area or at the church in case of rain.

We just wrapped up a great series on prayer. Here is another great article on how to prayer specifically for adoptive families.

This morning we wrap up our series called life together. Come be together with us this morning at 10:30 AM. #LifeTogether #TheGospelForCanby #UnityAndPurity

From unity to holiness. This Sunday we finish our series #LifeTogether from Ephesians 4 and 5. Come see us at 10:30am. Then join us Wednesday night at 6pm for our final Life Together prayer night! #ChurchLifeMatters

Friday Question: I'm an anxious person, how can I "rest in Christ?" https://www.desiringgod.org/interviews/im-an-anxious-person-how-do-i-rest-in-christ

Join us again tonight for our second #LifeTogether prayer meeting at 6pm. #PrayerMatters #APrayingChurchIsAPowerfulChurch

Join us for part 2 of #LifeTogether tomorrow morning at 10:30. Have you been praying daily for our church using our prayer guide? Not too late to start. More copies available tomorrow.

Join us tonight for a FREE ice cream social from 6-7:30 for some sweet treats 🍬 and to make a Mother’s Day gift for your mom or grandma! || 🍨🍨🍨 See you tonight at Bethany! 😀 450 S Ivy in Canby.

Friday Question: In this current culture, how do I know my identity as a believer? https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/video/fighting-lies-culture-tells-us-identity/

Disciplining our children is hard for many reasons. The difficulty can range from us not getting enough sleep last night to stubborn sin issues in our kids that must be confronted. Illness, external stress, disability, and major life changes can also add to the difficulty of daily discipline. How do you keep going when it seems nothing is working?

Are you committed to our Bethany Church challenge to pray daily for our church during this 3-week series? If you didn’t get a copy of the prayer resource we are using, more are available tonight at our 6pm prayer meeting.

Are you joining us tonight for the first of three #LifeTogether prayer meetings? Join us at 6 PM for a time of praying for the life of Bethany Church. #ComePray #ChurchLife #TheGospelForCanby #GrowingIntoOurFuture #PrayingIntoOurFuture

Hey All! It was great worshiping with you this morning. I hope you got to hear the song we played right before the service. It is called Jesus is Alive and we will be playing it a lot leading up to Easter. Check out the video below and get yourself familiar with the song so you can join in next time we sing it! Original Song by CityAlight Music

What a great morning at #BethanyWorshipCollective expanding our vision for the worship of God and training to serve him in excellence.

We are wrapping up day 3 at #TGCWest18 where we just heard Alistair Begg preach on 2 Timothy 4:1-8.

A quick update on day 1 one from #TGCWest18

Our sins they are many, his mercy is more! #TGCWest18 #Mercy

#JesusWalksOnWater #ComeToChurch #LordsSupper

So grateful for our worship volunteers at #BethanyChurch . Thanks David Beuving and team.

Merry Christmas!!🎄 Christ has come! #advent #saviorisborn #oholynight

MERCY // No parent gives mercy better than one who is convinced that he desperately needs it himself. Phew, huh?! Our Parenting Conference is tonight and tomorrow. We still have some open spots if you'd like to join. Register at https://goo.gl/forms/ClHwWii8RH0esS3E2