In Luke chapter 1 we read about Zechariah questioning the angel Gabriel when he was told that he and his wife would have a son. Because of his unbelief he was made deaf and mute until the birth of his child. My first reaction was, “Well of course! He didn’t believe!” And then I started… Continue Reading
1 Samuel 18 David and Jonathan’s Friendship 1As soon as he had finished speaking to Saul, the soul of Jonathan was knit to the soul of David, and Jonathan(JZ) loved him as his own soul. 2And Saul took him that day(KA) and would not let him return to his father’s house. 3Then Jonathan made a… Continue Reading
It’s getting closer! Only 4 weeks away! We have been building the Northpoint team to participate in the American Cancer Society’s 2011 Relay for Life, a twenty-four hour event coming June 11 – 12, at Santana Park in Corona. Have you registered already? Are you walking? Are you collecting donations? We need your help before… Continue Reading
Here’s what you need to know: Senior High When: June 26 to July 1 Where: On the Kern River Costs: $200 at the Parent BBQ ONLY – Then $210 From May 20 to June 19, and $225 from June 20 to June 25 Note: Add an additional $20 for students who want to go river… Continue Reading
Junior High When: June 24 to June 28 Where: Carpinteria State Beach Costs: $175 at the Parent BBQ ONLY. Then $185 from May 20 to June 19, and $200 from June 20 to June 23 Both camps require a $50 deposit – NON REFUNDABLE A New 2011-2012 Northpoint permission slip required Registration begins at the… Continue Reading
Hey junior highers, it’s almost time for your annual Beach Bonfire on May 21! You’ll meet at Northpoint at 2:45 p.m., and then head down to Bolsa Chica State Beach for and afternoon and evening of fun and fellowship, returning to Corona by 10:00 p.m. The cost is $10.00, and includes bus trip, dinner and… Continue Reading
1 Samuel 17 David and Goliath 1Now the Philistines(HQ) gathered their armies for battle. And they were gathered at(HR) Socoh, which belongs to Judah, and encamped between Socoh and(HS) Azekah, in(HT) Ephes-dammim. 2And Saul and the men of Israel were gathered, and encamped in(HU) the Valley of Elah, and drew up in line of battle… Continue Reading
1 Samuel 16 David Anointed King 1The LORD said to Samuel,(GK) “How long will you grieve over Saul, since(GL) I have rejected him from being king over Israel?(GM) Fill your horn with oil, and go. I will send you to Jesse the Bethlehemite,(GN) for I have provided for myself a king among his sons.” 2And… Continue Reading
1 Samuel 15 The LORD Rejects Saul 1And Samuel said to Saul,(EV) “The LORD sent me to anoint you king over his people Israel; now therefore listen to the words of the LORD. 2Thus says the LORD of hosts, ‘I have noted what Amalek did to Israel(EW) in opposing them on the way when they… Continue Reading
1 Samuel 14 Jonathan Defeats the Philistines 1One day Jonathan the son of Saul said to the young man who carried his armor, “Come, let us go over to the Philistine garrison on the other side.” But he did not tell his father. 2Saul was staying in the outskirts of Gibeah in the pomegranate cave[n]… Continue Reading