Bible Studies By Mail

“These six things the LORD hates, Yes, seven are an abomination to Him: … A false witness who speaks lies, And one who sows discord among brethren. ” Proverbs 6:16 &19

Sunday, 2^nd: “I want to ask you a question about something I read in a magazine. It says the prophecy of Christ’s second coming, mentioned in Mark 13:24, happened on May 19, 1780. Now I say to you brothers, please send me all the information possible. I thank you from my heart and I beg you to please keep praying for us. Your brother in Christ, Daniel Z…“ (He is an inmate)

            Praise God – Christ’s 2^nd coming will be as obvious to the whole world as His 1^st was to a few shepherds! Pray Daniel shares the Bible teaching we sent that defuses Ellen White’s false teaching.

Monday, 3^rd: “I am Daniel G… and I would like to ask you to please send Spanish Bible studies to my friend. He is interested in learning the word of God. His name is Rogelio…” (They are inmates)

            Praise God – He orchestrates the life-steps of His children by the music of His living word! Pray Rogelio receives his 1^st lessons this week; pray when he hears Christ’s call, he surrenders all.

Tuesday, 4^th: On August 10, 2011, Natasha… signed up for Bible studies at BSBM.org. One month later she sent in this prayer request with her completed tests: “The most important in lesson 8 is the gospel of peace, because that is what I need. I am a bad sex addict. I have a porn addiction. I also have very unclean thoughts about women-homosexual thoughts. Please pray for me.”

            Praise God – the Residing Counselor (Holy Spirit) secures liberty for all who call upon Jesus! Pray Natasha makes such a call for Christ’s help, that she follows His teaching and finds a mentor.

Wednesday, 5^th: “I send you greetings and a hug. I’m a brother whose been studying with you. I’ve completed 3 courses and you’ve sent me my diplomas. I would like to ask you if I could continue studying. I haven’t written you because they’ve been constantly changing my jail. Eduardo…“

            Praise God – His Family enjoys closeness regardless of life’s circumstances! Pray Eduardo makes new friends among inmates and guards. Pray he shares God’s love in both word and deed.

Thursday, 6^th: “I am writing you from the county jail in ______, Texas. My wife and I were led astray by drugs. Although we are true believers in Christ, we do not know a whole lot about the Bible. Since being in jail, we have begun reading the Bible. We exchange Bible verses, when we write each other. We both are hungry for the Lord. We genuinely hope you will send each of us your Bible study course. I am writing for the both of us. Anthony… …, TX and Jenny… …, TX.”

            Praise God – His word spells out the tangling, twisted lies set forth by the devil & his cohorts! Pray Anthony & Jenny do their 1^st Bible studies this week and take Christ’s teaching to heart.

Friday, 7^th: “Hi, my name is Chris… and I’m an inmate at ______ County Jail. I have made some bad choices and have a drug addiction to meth. I need help and jail is not the place for help. I would like to have Jesus in my life. Please show me the way to accept the Holy Spirit.”

            Praise God – the Good News God offers is being heard, shared and appropriated behind bars! Pray Chris receives his first lessons this week. Pray he cries out to the Lord for help and follows Him.

Saturday, 8^th: “These are my brothers who want to receive Bible studies: Joel… (Spanish), Ryan… (English), Tony… (English), Aaron… (Spanish), Manuel… (Spanish). I try to encourage all that God brings to me about His love for us. I also encourage them to get involved in the Bible studies. These lessons have played a big part in my life and continue to do so. I know it was God’s plan for me to find your address. Thank you for the letter you sent me. It made my day. Some of the inmates in here told me you wouldn’t write. But when I showed them your letter they apologized. I told them they needed to ask God for forgiveness. I will continue on the mission God has for me in here. Fernando…“

            Praise God – His calling is high for the low in spirit and humble of heart! Pray Fernando studies diligently and shares Christ humbly with Joel, Ryan, Tony, Aaron, Manuel & other inmates.

“Before the LORD: for He cometh, for He cometh to judge the earth: He shall judge the world with righteousness, and the people with His truth.” Psalm 96:13

Sunday, 25^th: “We ask that you have us in prayer for our expedient release from this prison. We’ve been in here for nearly 7 months now and we’re being detained unjustly. God knows that we are innocent. The lawyers that have our cases now have all the papers that clearly show our innocence. We don’t know what the State of New Mexico is waiting for. Brothers, please pray for Luís…, Mario …, José …, Sergio … Gracias. God bless you. We also ask that you pray for the lawyers, judges and court workers that handle our cases, that God would use this to speak to their hearts. And pray for all our unbelieving cellmates in this prison. Brother Luis…“

            Praise God – On that Day all injustices will be set straight for eternity by the Judge of judges! Pray Luís, Mario, José & Sergio place their cases in the Lord’s hand. Pray they testify of Christ to all.

Monday, 26^th: “Thank you soooo much for these Bible studies for my son, my husband and me. My little boy enjoys them. Please pray for me to be able to teach my child about the Lord. Also, please pray for me to be selfless in my marriage. And please pray for my father to be filled with the Lord and for him to overcome his addictions. Thank you so much. Valerie…“

            Praise God – His teaching brings joy to all ages for His arms are open as He seeks to save! Pray Valerie makes an effort to start each day spending time in God’s word and in prayer.

Tuesday, 27^th: “Hi, my name is Jessica… Since I’ve been in jail, I’ve gotten closer to God. I’ve learned a lot by doing the Bible studies. Being a born again Christian, makes me want to gain more knowledge about Christ, our Savior. Could you send me a book that you think I should read?”

            Praise God – He changes the heart of repentant believers causing them to desire His word! Pray Jessica follows Christ’s teaching to the detail, surrendering every area of her life to the Lord.

Wednesday, 28^th: “Mi nombre es José… I heard about your mail Bible studies and I’m interested. I would like it if you could send me information so I can participate and learn more about the Bible. Por favor, send everything in Spanish. Thank you for your valuable time.” (He is an inmate)

            Praise God – He enables His Church to serve one another during tough times! Pray José makes wise choices for his life when confronted by the Holy Spirit during His Bible study times.

Thursday, 29^th: “Hello! My name is Tran… I am an inmate at the … I attended church regularly in my younger years, but over the past couple years I have strayed A LOT. Since my arrival here, I’ve began looking to God to correct me and guide me. When I borrowed a Bible from a friend, he showed me all the courses he’d received from you. Could you please enroll me? Please! Please!”

            Praise God – His written word clearly presents Christ as mankind’s only Redeemer & Refuge! Pray Tran spends serious time studying God’s word and making course changes for his life.

Friday, 30^th: “The most meaningful thing I learned in lesson 8 is that God gave us armor against the devil and we should always use it. If we use the armor of God with prayer and the Holy Bible we can have victory! I’m loving these Bible lessons. Thanks for providing us with them! Johnny…“

            Praise God – the nutrients from God’s word give His child strength to face their enemy & win! Pray Johnny follows Christ’s teaching wholeheartedly. Pray he shares God’s word with his neighbor.

Saturday, 1^st: “Forgive me for not sending you these study tests sooner, but it just wasn’t possible. They were moving me and it took so much time to happen. I am now where I’ll be. My new address is…Penitentiary… California. Sorry for taking so long. Sinceramente, Miguel…“

            Praise God – He graciously enables BSBM to share Christ’s teaching with 1,400+ students! Pray BSBM’s students stand firmly on the Rock by obeying Christ & sharing His message of hope.