Help, Lord! I m tired, weary and just surviving! March 31 April 2, 2017 Chattanooga, Tennessee

Help, Lord! I m tired, weary and just surviving! March 31 April 2, 2017 Chattanooga, Tennessee

Precious Woman, drawn by God, We are so thankful our sovereign God brought you to this particular conference. We have labored much in prayer and in the Word seeking what our Father wants to say and do in each and every woman s life. We know God will refresh you through His Word by His Spirit but we also know that it may be enhanced or confirmed by an encounter with another woman who has been where you are and can encourage you. For the first time in my life I am in a new role. I have been married, divorced, a single mother, re-married, birthed another son and now I am a recent widow (January 9, 2017). In each of these events God put godly women in my life, at my side to walk with me through these processes of life. And that was refreshing!!!!! There are many godly women at this conference who would love to comfort you with the comfort they ve received from the Lord. Now then, if you have a moment, Read through this conference booklet and start praying about this weekend what seminar does God have for you? Do you need someone to pray with you? Ask another OR come to our place of prayer Saturday afternoon during your free time Need something of spiritual value to take home or give as a gift? Look at the list of books in the back or walk through the bookstore and look at the many titles and types of studies. And what about the conferences, study programs, and other opportunities we have for you to deepen your knowledge of God so that might live a godly, productive, powerful life in the days to come? See what s coming on pages 18-20 Do you want a Bible that will help you understand and discover God s Word for yourself? It has separate instructions for studying each book of the Bible. It s the NEW INDUCTIVE STUDY BIBLE. Unique among study Bibles WHERE STUDY IS A VERB! IT S 25% OFF!!!! What a gift to give to another! Finally, you will see a list of questions on pages 8 9. These are to prepare you for what God has laid on my heart for our Saturday evening teaching. Please answer them before that time. Can t wait to see your precious face (believe it or not, it is precious! I ve studied God s book) Ephesians 3:20-21

2 WOMEN S SPRING CONFERENCE This Weekend We pray that the Lord will bless your life with the training and fellowship you will receive while you are here! We are privileged to have you as our guest and hope you will make yourself at home and enjoy your stay! The following may be helpful: For any questions or problems you may have during your visit, please drop by the Kinser Building and talk with a staff member. Please wear your name tag at all times. Name tags are required at meals, and we want to know you by name. Telephones are located in the Kinser Building hallway. There are instructions there to help you with your calls. Our answering service is checked regularly. If you receive an emergency call, you will be notified. If you have an emergency while on campus, please inform any staff member and we will assist you. Snack machines are located beside the Auditorium under the awning. Please dispose of food and drinks before you enter the classrooms, the Auditorium, the Auditorium lobby, or the Resource Center area. Tennessee State Law prohibits smoking in all buildings on the Precept Ministries Campus. Public wireless internet service is available throughout the campus. In the Kinser Building and Auditorium choose the PMIGuest network and use the password inductive. In Inn Rooms and dorms choose PreceptGuest network, password inductive. Video and photos will be taken during this event and may be used to document and promote similar events. Your registration constitutes your permission for Precept to use your image and likeness in communications without further consideration.

WOMEN S SPRING CONFERENCE 3 Schedule SATURDAY FRIDAY SUNDAY 3:00 5:00 Check in 5:00 6:15 Dinner Open Seating 6:40 7:00 Praise & Worship 7:00 9:30 Main Session 7:00 8:00 Breakfast Open Seating 8:15 8:45 Praise and Worship 8:45 10:00 Main Session 10:00 10:30 Break 10:30 11:45 Main Session 12:00 1:30 Lunch Open Seating 1:45 3:00 Optional Seminars 3:00 4:15 Free Time 4:15 5:00 Book Signing 5:00 6:15 Dinner Open seating 6:30 6:50 Praise and Worship 6:50 9:30 Main Session 7:00 8:15 Breakfast 8:30 8:45 Praise and Worship 8:45 10:15 Main Session 10:15 10:45 Break 10:45 11:00 Praise and Worship 11:00 12:15 Main Session 12:15 1:30 Lunch PRAISE & WORSHIP Get on your feet and lift up your voice! MAIN SESSIONS Get into the Word as Kay and others teach and share. SEMINARS Try a seminar to gain peace, understanding, and hope. BOOK SIGNING Have Kay autograph your book.

4 WOMEN S SPRING CONFERENCE Speakers Kay Arthur founded Precept Ministries International with her husband Jack in 1970 with the vision to establish people in God s Word. She is an international Bible teacher and award-winning author of more than one hundred books and Bible studies. Kay was honored with the National Religious Broadcasters prestigious Hall of Fame award for her invaluable contribution to the field of Christian communications, exhibition of the highest standards, and evidence of faithfulness in Christ. She is the recipient of the National Religious Broadcasters Best Television Teaching Program award in 2004 and 2009 for her daily TV, radio, and internet program, Precepts For Life. Precept Bible studies are in nearly 180 countries and 70 languages. Jan Golden was introduced to Precept ministries during an overseas tour of duty with her husband in Nellingen, Germany. That dynamic encounter with the Word of God not only led to her salvation, but her involvement in Precept as a student and a leader. Jan currently resides in Columbia, SC with her husband Ed. She in the mother of 5 children and 4 grandchildren and continues to lead several Precept studies. Tommye Hammel grew up in Chattanooga, TN and became involved in Precept Upon Precept studies when the first course was written in 1975. She has worked with Precept Ministries International for over thirty years in training development and editing Bible studies. Tommye s heart is for people to know God through knowing what He has said in His Word. She leads weekly Bible studies at PMI headquarters in Chattanooga and at her church. She and her husband have three sons and daughters-in-law, and eleven grandchildren.

WOMEN S SPRING CONFERENCE 5 Speakers Kelley Daugherty is a long-time Precept student and teacher. She has been married to her childhood sweetheart Dayron for nearly 20 years and has two children, Ben and Sarah. Kelley formerly worked as a newspaper journalist, writer and in women s ministry. Currently, she stays home to home school her children. Elizabeth Stubblefield is a trainer with Precept and has been teaching Precept Bible studies for over 20 years. She has worked with students of all ages and currently serves in women s ministry. She and her husband, David, have three children and live in Chattanooga where her husband pastors at a local church. Kristen Hammel has been a Precept student and leader for over 20 years and has worked with Precept Ministries in various capacities since 1992. She is currently a Workshop Trainer and leads Precept studies at Woodland Park Baptist Church. She is blessed to be married to Mickey Hammel and has four beautiful children. Worship Leader Alicia Williamson Garcia is a native of Florence, SC, and graduate of Winthrop College in Rock Hill, SC. For six years Alicia toured with the world-renowned group, TRUTH, where she matured as a songwriter and worship artist. In 2003, Alicia and her husband Richard founded IN Worship, a non-profit ministry of worship events, concerts, Bible studies, seminars and workshops, dedicated to bringing true worship to God s people worldwide. Alicia is an artist, author, television host, Bible teacher and keynote speaker.

6 WOMEN S SPRING CONFERENCE Seminars RAIN MAN During a very dry season in my own life, the Lord led me through a journey with Elijah from the Scriptures. James 5:17-18 explains that the prayer of a Christian can be as effective as the prayer of Elijah. And what did Elijah pray for in 1 Kings 18-19? He prayed for RAIN! Join me as I discuss Elijah s journey between the promise and the fulfillment. A TASTE OF INDUCTIVE BIBLE STUDY Learn the basic tools of inductive study as you look at Joshua 1:1-9. You ll be amazed at how much you discover about understanding and applying God s Word. Let s see how Joshua learned to thrive instead of just surviving. Amy Denae Hossler is a national speaker, writer and encourager with a deep passion for God s Word Over the last 20 years, she has worked in the Christian Film Industry, has authored, coauthored or ghostwritten over 20 Christian titles, and has led Precept Bible Studies. Amy lives in Chattanooga, Tennessee with her husband and three children. Kristen Hammel has been a Precept student and leader for over 20 years and has worked with Precept Ministries in various capacities since 1992. She is currently a Workshop Trainer and leads Precept studies at Woodland Park Baptist Church. She is blessed to be married to Mickey Hammel and has four beautiful children. THE POWER OF HIS PRESENCE Psalm 16:11 says that in His presence there is fullness of joy What does that mean? Can I have that joy? How do I enter His presence? Join us in this seminar as we look at these questions and find the answers. Jan Golden was introduced to Precept Ministries International during an tour of duty in Germany with her husband. That dynamic encounter with God s Word not only led to her salvation, but her involvement in Precept as a student and a leader, which continues today. Jan and her husband now reside in Columbia, SC. They have 5 children and 4 grandchildren.

WOMEN S SPRING CONFERENCE 7 Seminars PARENTING TO REFRESH THE CHILDREN AND THE PARENT In the hustle of life and parenting, it is so easy to feel like we are just barely surviving at all, and not really thriving in our family life or investing into our children what we would like to be. In this breakout, we will talk about having a vision and action plan for Biblically discipling our children, parenting with the end in mind, and refreshing and nurturing our own walks with the Lord in the midst of busy lives. Elizabeth Stubblefield is a trainer with Precept and has been teaching Precept Bible studies for over 20 years. She has worked with students of all ages and currently serves in women s ministry. She and her husband, David, have three children and live in Chattanooga where her husband pastors at a local church. STUDYING THE PSALMS INDUCTIVELY Have you ever thought you d like to study the Book of Psalms? How do you approach this book which is different from all other books of the Bible? Using Psalms that will REFRESH, we will study some of the psalms and learn how to apply inductive study principles in such a way to mine the treasures from this part of God s Word. DISCOVER 4 YOURSELF HOW TO TEACH KIDS TO STUDY THE BIBLE Become a kid again as you learn how to teach kids to study the Bible using the Discover 4 Yourself Inductive Bible Studies for Kids! Give your kids a love for God s Word and prepare them for a lifetime of studying the Bible in a fun and exciting way by marking key words, asking the 5 W s and an H, and applying what they learn while playing games and learning other practical creative ideas. Learn how to use these studies in Sunday school classes, home school, and family devotions or your child s quiet time. Jodie Essex has been involved in Precept Bible Studies since 1988 and began to lead studies in 1989. After working as a Boot Camp Counselor for two summers, she joined the Precept Ministries International staff in 1990. Currently she leads weekly Bible studies on campus and is involved in editing Bible studies, as well as traveling throughout the country as a Precept trainer. Janna Arndt speaks at seminars, sharing ideas for using the Discover 4 Yourself series in Sunday school and Christian schools. She and her husband Jerry have two sons, Chase and Brent, and her heart is for children to know and love God s Word.

8 WOMEN S SPRING CONFERENCE Life Today: Where are the pressures, the weariness, the tensions coming from, fellow-woman? What are the top 3-4 things that are wearing you out, bringing pressure, tension, conflict? If you know why they bring pressure, write it down next to each one. Be brief in your answer. 1. Questions Refresh Help Lord, I am Tired, Weary, Just Surviving 2. 3. 4. On a level of 1-5 (one being least successful), how would you rate your coping skills in respect to each one? Put that number to the left of what you ve listed above and circle it. The jot down in a word of two, HOW YOU ARE COPING. God and You: How would you objectively rate your relationship with God on a scale of 0-10, ten being the best?

WOMEN S SPRING CONFERENCE 9 What is your weakest area in respect to your relationship with God? Do you know why or have any idea as to why? If so, write it down. What place does the Word of God have in your life in general? You Right Now: If there was one thing in your life that you could change what would it be and why? What do you want to achieve or to put it another way, what would be gain to you? What will it cost to achieve it time, money, effort? What will be the long term benefit? Now considering all of the above, is it worth it?

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16 WOMEN S SPRING CONFERENCE Spring gift-giving season is right around the corner. Give your Mom or graduate a gift with eternal benefits. 25% OFF * THE NEW INDUCTIVE STUDY BIBLE Every feature of The New Inductive Study Bible is designed to help you gain a more intimate understanding of God and His Word. This is the only study Bible based entirely on the inductive study approach providing simple, proven tools for observing what the text says, interpreting what it means, and applying it to life. Choose from NASB and ESV in Hardcover, Milano Softone and Genuine Leather. (Genuine Leather presently available in ESV only.) *25% discount in-store only, 3/31-4/2/17, while supplies last. LORD SERIES Insightful, warm-hearted Bible study series designed to meet you where you are and to help you discover God s answers to your deepest needs. #21378 $15.99 each Lord, I Need Grace to Make It Today In the Dark Times of Failure and Fear, Let God Lavish His Grace on You. Lord, I Want to Know You Discover the Limitless Power of God s Name. A Devotional Study on the Names of God #21379 $15.99 each Lord, Heal My Hurts No Matter How Deep the Wounds, God Can Heal Your Hurts. #21377 $15.99 each #22119 $13.99 each Lord, I Need Answers Does life sometimes leave you feeling overwhelmed, confused, worn out, and empty? #20070 $13.99 each Lord, Teach Me to Pray in 28 Days This look at biblical prayer is refreshingly simple and exceedingly powerful.

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18 WOMEN S SPRING CONFERENCE Upcoming Events For more info or to register visit Precept.org Women s Conferences» October 20 22, 2017 and April 13 25, 2018 Come back again for our Women s Conferences this Fall and next Spring. Be sure to let your church s women s ministry director know to mark the church calendar and bring a friend with you! Or better yet make these your church Women s Conferences! TRANSFORM Student Ministries»EQUIP Boot Camp / June 12 19; June 24 July 1; July 8 15, 2017 If you know a high school student who desires a more intimate relationship with God, but doesn t know how to get it, then EQUIP Boot Camp is the place for them! Get equipped by spending 8 days immersed in intensive Bible study. Applications are available online!»encounter Student Conference Breaking Free from Fear / December 1 3, 2017 Don t remain captive to fears that trouble your soul. Learn to confront your circumstances with strength and courage as you live in the fear of the Lord, which conquers every other fear. This conference is not your typical weekend conference experience. It s a life-giving, transformative encounter with God and others. Students and leaders will come face to face with God in His Word in community and will be transformed by its power.

WOMEN S SPRING CONFERENCE 19 Study Programs» 1 John and 2 & 3 John How to Know You Have Eternal Life / April 23 29, 2017 How do you know if you re really born again? What does it mean to be holy... to love God? Find answers to these and other questions as you take a look back at the fundamentals of Christian beliefs.» 1 Timothy The Church, the Pillar of the Truth / July 19 25, 2017 How are the people in church to behave? What happens when we hear teaching that is not the truth? Timothy, a young pastor, was told the answers to these questions in this letter written to him. It contains some doctrine, but also very practical instructions for how people in church are to live. Holy Land Tour 2017» May 16 27, 2017; Rome Extension May 27 30, 2017 There is absolutely nothing like studying God s Word where it happened! Imagine studying Revelation (visually) at Megiddo, or sitting outside the House of Caiphas, with an open Bible getting a visual picture of Jesus final hours and the cost He paid to redeem us. Then having communion at the Garden Tomb, celebrating Jesus resurrection And sooo much more. Join David and Kay for this life changing study tour. You ll never be the same. Make the investment now.

20 WOMEN S SPRING CONFERENCE Host a FREE 3-hour Essentials of Inductive Bible Study workshop in your church or community. Share the experience of Inductive Bible Study with others Visit training.precept.org to bring a workshop to your area!

October 20 22, 2017 Chattanooga, Tennessee Staying on campus? Register early! Precept.org/2017WCFall