Reading the Bible for Life Transformation

Event at Thanksgiving Church in Bellevue, Nebraska

Saturday, September 12, 2026

9:00 - 11:30am 

 

What did Jesus really say?

More people than ever claim to speak for Jesus—yet their messages couldn’t be more different. Some say He championed social justice. Others insist His focus was unconditional love. Still others call Him a moral teacher, a prophet, the Messiah, or the Savior of the world. With so many voices, it’s natural to wonder: Who’s actually right?

You may hear people saying, 'Read the bible to find the answer.'  It sounds simple, but many sincere Christians admit it isn’t. Scripture comes from another language, culture, and time. Jesus taught through stories and metaphors that don’t always land clearly today. Add countless translations, teachers, podcasts, and online opinions, and it’s easy to think, I’m not sure I understand what Jesus was really saying.

Maybe you’ve set your Bible aside, hoping someday you’ll dig deeper when you have more time. Maybe now is the time.

Pastor Bruce Kotila, executive director of God’s Living Stones and former discipleship pastor at Thanksgiving Church, will lead the event to bring you a morning of worship, teaching and discussion.

Join us for a morning centered around one essential question: What did Jesus really say?

Saturday, September 12, 2026

9:00 - 11:30am 

Thanksgiving Church

3702 S. 370 Plaza, Bellevue, NE 

Everyone is welcome and there is no cost. We ask that you register to help us plan for snacks and materials.

REGISTER HERE

 

After this event... continue your growth in a coaching group!  There will be an opportunity to participate in a small coaching group (limited to 10 people) to keep growing in your bible reading skills and habits. Five coaching sessions will be offered twice a month on Wednesdays at 6:30pm starting September 23. Registration for this coaching group will open September 12, 2026, but you can send an email now if you would like to let us know you are interested!

Please email info@godslivingstones.org with questions.

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