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Renee Swope

Encouraging and equipping moms to parent with God's grace and confidence.

Read An Excerpt: Chapter 1 & 2

(Week 6) Chosen & Online Study “Roll-call”

Our word for the week: CHOSEN
Download in a PDF or in MSWord. Be sure to print it and post it everywhere so you can remember YOU ARE a CHOSEN child of  God!!

God’s WORD for us this week:
“You are a chosen [woman], a royal priesthood, a holy [daughter], a [woman] belonging to God, that you may declare the praises of HIM who has called you out of darkness into His wonderful light.” 1 Peter 2:9, NIV

Today’s Assignments:
Please print and post your word and verse for the week. Continue reading chapter 6 and asswer questions 1-3 at the end of the chapter. We’ll chat about them here soon.

Roll Call!! {and a giveaway!}
Let’s  get to know each other better! All who participate will be entered into a fun GIVEAWAY for year’s subscription to the P31 Woman magazine, an exclusive P31 radio CD with 40 0f our favorite shows, and a $10 gift card to Target or Starbucks {you choose!}

Just answer these 3 simple questions: Where are you from (state or country), what is your age, what do you love to do in your free time?

UPDATE:  This is SO much FUN reading about  you and reading your comments to one another. Ya’ll make my heart smile so big!! {And just in case you wanted to know – I’m 45, live in North Carolina and in my spare time (which I rarely have), I love to watch a movie with my family, read a good book or be outside soaking up the beauty of God’s creation.} I wish I loved to cook and be crafty like so many of you!!

Click on “Share Your Thoughts” below to give your answers.

Comments

  1. Live in Charlotte,NC
    51 years old
    I love to spend time with my girlfriends, more the merrier! A year ago this month, I quit my job to find my purpose. In my every spare minute, I like to read daily devotions, and the books from this ministry and getting to know the bible. It has been a wonderful journey and will continue to be. I found a job with a company that is Christian based and have never loved working as I do now- a peace like I have never felt. I am looking forward to attend the woman’s conference next month in Greenville,SC. I would have never attended something like that a year ago. Can’t learn enough!

  2. I live in Pittsburgh (so nice to meet you this past weekend, Renee!)
    I’m 42 years old.
    In my spare time, I LOVE TO LAUGH (you know, a real good belly laugh) with my family (playing games, just being silly).

  3. I live in GASTONIA, NC
    I am 54 years old in my 33 year of youth ministry at the same church!
    And March Madness is my favorite time of year. I enjoy attending NCAA sporting events.

  4. 1. I am from North Carolina! :O)
    2. I am 56 years young!
    3. I love to read. (especially at the beach!)

  5. I live in Afton, TX. I am originally from Wyoming. Both states are home to me. I am 42 years old. When i have free time I love to spend time with my family and friends. I love to listen to music and to quilt.

  6. 1. I’m in North Carolina.
    2. I’m 41.
    3. I love to make jewelry, read, knit, bake, garden, basically anything I can do with my hands that is creative!

  7. Asheville, NC for going on 6 years. Originally from Greeneville, TN.

    40 y/o

    Spare time…just about anything that isn’t cooking or cleaning.

  8. Hi, I’m from beautiful North Carolina.
    I’m 56 years young and I LOVE reading christian material
    like P31 Woman and growing deeper in love with my
    Lord.

  9. I live in Eastern Washington

    I am 53

    I love spending time with my family from my mom and dad to my grandkids.

  10. 1) I was raised in northwest Indiana, right next to Chicago. I have lived in northeast Nebraska now for almost 23 years.
    2) I am 61 years old. However, most people who know me would be surprised to realize I am that old. I keep very active and do a lot of running, which helps to keep me looking younger.
    3) In my free time I enjoy playing the piano, crocheting, and being able to visit any of my 15 grandchildren.

  11. I live in Northern Colorado
    I am 53 years young
    In my spare time, I love reading, being outside in the beautiful Rocky Mountains, and spending time with my family.

  13. I live in central New York
    I am 41
    I live to go hiking in the Adirondacks with my dog, read and watch movies.

  14. 1- I live in South Carolina.

    2- I am 32 yrs old

    3- I like to currently read the Bible and this awesome book, A Confident Heart. I also love to spend time with my family and get some sunshine if there is any! LOL!

  15. I am from Moscow Idaho and I am 64 years old. I don’t seem to have much spare time, but I love to read, study the word, work-out, be with my family (sons, daughter-in-laws and grandchildren), call or visit with friends, or just do nothing!

  16. I am from Wisconsin but being a military wife- I am currently in New Mexico!
    I am 21.
    I love to read, play with my puppies and dance.

    • Hey Tootsie!
      I’m a 46 y/o SD gal, too! Good to meet you! What part of SD are you from? I’m in Sioux Falls.
      I used to crochet but haven’t done it in years. Both of my grandmothers crocheted, so I’d love to get back to it some day, as it brings back so many memories of them. Last project I started (and never finished) was a blanket when I was pregnant with my second son. He’s now 13! Oh well…it will be something for me to look forward to when life slows down, and I’m not working at a computer all day anymore. 🙂

  18. Live in Minnesota, formerly from Michigan.
    Age: 43 (although I feel like I’m 23!)
    Free time: Spending time with my husband, kids and/or good friends.

  19. Hi I live in Crestwood, Il
    I am 47 years old
    I love to read,(Bible is the best book, always something new to learn), going for walks and being outdoors.

  20. I am from South Carolina and I am 37 years old. I have been married for almost 5 years and I am a mom to 4 kids, a 4 year old, soon to be 3 year old, a 21 month old and a 10 week old.
    I don’t have a lot of free time, but I do love crafty stuff, knitting, crochet, and other creative hands on stuff. My most regular leisurely activity is my morning coffee.

  21. I’m from Saint Peters, MO
    I’m 41.
    I love to read and spend time with my family and friends.

  22. I am 49 years old (turning 50 in 2 months). I am from North Carolina and I love to spend all my spare time with my 3 month old grandson Gabe!!!

  23. 1. Where are you from (state or country)? I’m from Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada.

    2. What is your age? I’m 50, soon to be 51.

    3. What do you love to do in your free time? Not much of that but when I do have it I spend it with my husband and son doing whatever and I LOVE to read! 🙂

  24. 1.) I was born & raised in Austin, Texas.
    2.) I am rapidly approaching 45 in May.
    3.) I enjoy singing and listening to the radio. I love to cook when I have the time. And when it is beautiful outside I love going to the city park where I live north of Austin and sit by the river and just “be”.

  25. I am from North Carolina and am 36 years old. I’ve been married for 3 years and am mom to two furry babies, my 14 year old shih tzu and my 13 year old cat.
    In my spare time I enjoy work with my church, reading, shopping, movies and during ACC basketball season cheering for my Carolina Tarheels!

  27. Hi, my name is Beth and I live in Meadville, Pa. It’s about 35 miles south of Erie. Or 90 miles north of Pittsburgh. I just turned 50 last week, but I have to say, most days I feel like 35!!! I love spending my free time outdoors, riding horses, gardening or just hiking and walking. I l ove spending time with my grandson, who just turned one last month.

  28. I am a Louisiana girl (Moss Bluff to be exact)
    I am 35 years old
    In my spare time I love to read and running. My husband and I are running our first half marathon in November!

  30. I am from St.Louis Missouri.
    I am 43 years young.
    What I love to do in my free time since we no longer have television is reading and Bible quiet time. I also love to play the piano since I do it every three weeks at church. I have been able to get into my hobbies that I love to do.

  31. 1 Durant, OK
    2. 51
    3. I love spending time with my family, taking photos, camping, riding motorcycles.

  32. Hi – I am Nancy, from Virginia and am 59 years old. I have a ministry called Hands Stitching 4 Jesus so spend much of my time knitting items for those less fortunate than I am and praying as I knit.

  33. 1. East Tennessee
    2. 32
    3. I love spending time with my husband, daughter, and son. I also loves to read and sing.

  34. I am from Western, NY right on the PA border. A very tiny community. 52 years young!! I love to ride our Honda Goldwing touring motorcycle with my husband, make candles as a hobby, enjoy yard work, walking, helping out with AWANAS and volunteer/work for a local pregnancy center. This is so fun to see how far to the ends of the country we are yet all united as sisters in Christ!

  35. Hi, Im Connie.
    33 Years old
    I live in Melbourne, Australia
    I love the beach, Love to run, body board, the snow and basically anything that is outdoors. 🙂

    • Hi Connie! I am from Melbourne Also. Great to see another Aussie here! I hope the book blesses you as much as it did me.
      Fiona

      • Hi guys! Finally found 2 of the 4 Aussies already listed!
        I live in a beautiful leafy suburb of Sydney, Australia.
        I am 58 years old.
        In my free time I enjoy researching topics for leading study groups at my church’s Women’s Ministry, and minding my 18mth old grandson!

  36. 1) I live in south Florida.
    2) Soon to be 50 years old (in forty seven days, but who’s counting).
    3) I enjoy taking photographs of the beauty God has given us, in human and nature.

    • Hello Michelle,

      I am from South Florida as well. I was wondering what to put for the city I live in, because most people have only heard of Ft. Lauderdale, Miami, or Boca Raton:) I am sure that you have some beautiful pictures. I love the Great Blue Herons, Ibis, etc. It is truly God’s wonder. Enjoy the bible study!

  37. 1. I am from Kansas City, Missouri.
    2. I am 51 years old.
    3. In my spare time I love to take walks, read and make rag quilts!

  38. I am a Maine girl! Love this state!
    I am 45 years young!
    When I am not spending time with my family, I love to read. I also enjoy hiking and riding my motorcycle. With the weather we are having, I should be able to ride soon! LOL!

  40. 1. Grew up in Wyoming but moved to Houston TX 9 years ago and this is where God meant for me to be.
    2. I am 40.
    3. I love to bake and scrapbook when I can find free time. Not a lot of free time with a home daycare and a very active 3 year old.

  41. I am 39…turning 40 the end of May.

    I live in Jacksonville, FL

    I enjoy spending time with my husband and kids. And catching up on Burn Notice episodes.

  42. I live in the Un-predictable Desrt State of Tucson, Arizona
    I’m 41 years old
    i work in a shelter w/kids.. im the cook for now, though I know the LORD sent me here for other reasons, im still waiting & searching…I have 2 beautiful daughters 17 & 12.. my oldest is still stuck in religion, but my young daughter attends calvery chapel evry iweek w/me.. i resently got married on Dec3
    1,2011 im vry happy…

  43. 1. I live in Marion,Ohio (north of Columbus). I have lived here my entire life.
    2. I am 48 yrs old, but don’t feel like it….some days younger…and some days older.
    3. Spare time I like to cook / bake, drink coffee, and eat chocolate!! yum-yum

  44. I live in West Virginia
    I am 29 years old
    In my spare time I love spending time with my 2 year old niece, Mazie. I adore that kid…she makes my heart smile 🙂 I guess I like being with the rest of my family too…lol
    Take Care, God Bless, and Stay Beautiful 🙂

  48. I travel all over country with mu husbands job. Currently in Providence, RI heading to Hobart, OK next week.I am 37in years old with two boys I homeschool. I love to travel, explore, read, run and anything ex sting with mu family. Time is precious and I try to remember that every day. I also love that we get to experience many different churches all across the country, yet I miss the strong family a church community can give, that is why I love this group and proverbs 31. Its always a constant in my life.

  49. Hi! I am from St.Louis MO but I. Live right outside Pittsburgh PA. I a 36 yrs old. What do I. Like to do in my spare time…haha spare time! Don’ have much of that! I love to read, shop & spend time with family & friends. Honestly, the list can go on!

  50. I live in Ohio
    I am 53 yrs old
    I work in the medical field. I love to read in my spare time. I have 2 grown children and 6 grandchildren. At this time neither of my children live in Ohio…My son in in Air Force and is in Italy…My daughter is in Texas due to her husband serving in the Army…So I miss my family very much and can not wait til they come home.