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The Bible study has infused my soul with knowledge, restoration and love. Every week we are welcomed by hugs, introductions and filled with new insights in the Word. In November we attended the Michael W. Smith concert and he said many times, “its in the book!”, held up his Bible. Falling in love with my Heavenly Father and His son! This is the best Bible study I have ever attended. Thank you Francine, Laura and all those that make it possible. We are so blessed! Love you all! |
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I have studied the Bible seriously for almost 50 years and I have never received more information and enjoyment than in this Bible Study. The spirit and excitement of all the ladies attending is very moving. Francine surely rates high on the list of spirit-filled teachers. The Lord has gifted her mightily. I count it all joy to be able to attend this study weekly and it is frosting on the cake to come away with a printed lesson to review. It is exciting to pray for the prodigals and to experience names coming out of the box. |
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I look forward to the Come Grow With Me Bible Study each week. Francine illuminates God’s word in such a way that it’s readily apparent what God is telling us. She has given me a hunger for more knowledge and has taught me how to dig into the core the Bible. |
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Although I have been unable for the passed three years to attend regularly to the study Wednesday morning, I know when I go I will get a complete lesson, well prepared, and edifying. Francine has put her study of the scriptures before the Lord, only teaches that which she has been given, and truly loves each woman who attends. She serves the Lord first and each woman secondly. Laura, I could go on: You have been a humble addition to or extension of the study for Francine to call upon. I believe when the women hear and see the answers to pray, the obedience and faith that have permeated your life and hers, it increases their faith and is an example of walking with Jesus and all that it means. God is able. When He sees clean hands and a pure heart, He uses that person and it can be any one or more of 100 women. |
As a result of all God has been teaching me through His servant, Francine Perry, I was recently inspired to write this poem. I titled it after the name of her Bible study and invite you to "come grow with me" on line each week. |
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My soul belongs to Jesus; He's in my heart to stay. Now He's in control, Of saving my soul, I'm on the narrow way. He's cleaning up the temple; And getting rid of sin. His armor's prayed on, With each new day's dawn, My day can now begin. We start the day together; I listen for His voice. His Spirit within, Helps me not to sin, And make the better choice. I'm growing as a Christian; There are rewards to gain. And as I mature, I want to secure, Life on a higher plain. If I am clean and empty; Then He can work through me. He conquers my pride, The “self” in me died, My Savior set me free. If I will just surrender; And in Him I abide; The works that you see, Are not done by me, But Spirit Who's inside. I will not quench or grieve Him; I'm humble as can be. His fruit fills me up, Spills out of the cup, His life flows free through me. Now I'm an over-comer; Some day I'll reign with Him. When finally we meet, I'll lay crowns at His feet, Live in the Millennium. |
The Bride of Christ is ready; We wait the trumpet sound. Tell all that you can, God's salvation plan, So in Him they'll be found. Can't work your way to heaven; But He'll come down to you. Repent of your sin, New life you'll begin, And see what God can do. Your sins will be forgiven; Your faith will set you free. The world will grow dim, You'll long to see Him, You'll love the Trinity. The works that He does through you; Will pass the fiery test. You just do the tasks, Whenever He asks, And you'll be richly blessed. You'll find you have a hunger; To read and know His word. You'll pray all the time, Love to hear church bells chime, Soon sin will seem absurd. And when the times of trouble; Come pouring in on you; You'll trust, wait and praise, And in the next days, You may learn something new. It isn't on the mountains; Valleys, are where you grow. You trust in God's love, And you'll live above, The clamor down below. If you want life abundant; For all eternity; Surrender and find, That great peace of mind, A child of the King you'll be. |
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I have been a Christian for 45 years, saved in my mid-twenties. I fell in love with the Word of God. Reading it daily and praying seemed as natural as breathing. I became a "self-feeder" of the Bible and enjoyed teaching others what I was learning. In discouragement these last couple of years, I lost my love of the Word, and was spiritually drying up inside. One day, I knew I had to make a decisive decision to help myself get back on track. I emailed Francine to find out where and when her Bible Study was being offered. I went the first time. The huge gulps of Spiritual food the first time righted my walk with the Lord. I was so eager for the next lesson. These lessons on Nehemiah's wall have been food for my hungry soul. I am again self-feeding in the Bible on a daily basis. My spiritual soul has been restored all because of Come Grow With Me. |
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As many of you know we have been struggling to get the pain my husband has been enduring eliminated. To this day he is still battling that pain and more cancer. As I have gone thru this study, I did not like the Valley Gate. It is a sad place to be. I do not want sad anymore. No more tears. I wondered if God was listening to me. However, I know He his and His timing is perfect. It seems He is just not in as much of a hurry as I am. As we studied the Dung Gate, I realized more than ever what I need to do. I have searched my heart and found things I needed to ask forgiveness for and I have. Asking God to reveal them to me was the hardest because I knew I was ashamed of many things. I did not want to forgive some people who have hurt me to the very core of my being. So I sat there everytime He brought something to memory and humbly ask His forgiveness. Often times I was in bed and even waking in the night with something He revealed to me. It is still going on and surely I wonder if there is an end. There are things I had not given any thought to or just forgotten. Our adventure thru the Dung Gate has allowed me to let go and ask forgiveness for those things I should have done a long, long time ago. Through the years I have ask God to forgive me, but not for the things He has shown me. I am sure, however, there are other things He will bring to mind. Some things I was sure he would never forgive me for and in this study I have learned again the Grace of God is never-ending. Thank you Francine for this vital study at this time in my life. God has me where He wants me and I am so glad. You have reiterated to me the true meaning of the Dung Gate and what I have needed to do that I maybe would not have done if it weren't for this study. You have been given a marvelous gift and I know that if you stay in line with God’s Word He will continue to bless you. Again thank you for all you do that God requires of you. |