BSF, Lakeland, FL

06/11/2026

05/26/2026

As we closed our study of Exile and Return, we were reminded again and again that God is always at work building His kingdom through ordinary people who are willing to say yes to Him.

This summer, although our regular meetings pause, the mission of God does not. The same God who positioned Esther, strengthened Ezra, burdened Nehemiah, and empowered His people “not by might nor by power, but by My Spirit” is still working today through His people.

Some of you will travel on mission trips.
Some will serve in VBS.
Some will open your homes to a Bible Study, encourage neighbors, disciple children, care for family members, or share the hope of Christ in quiet everyday moments.

We would love to hear how God is using you this summer to spread the good news and reflect His glory wherever He has placed you.

Share your testimonies, pictures, and stories in the comments throughout the summer. Tell us where God has positioned you and how you are seeing Him move. Your story may encourage another woman to step out in faith and obedience.

The God who brought His people back from exile is still drawing people to Himself today. And what a joy that He invites us to build with Him.

“You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.”
‭‭Matthew‬ ‭5‬:‭14‬-‭16‬ ‭NIV‬‬

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05/23/2026

Life happens to all of us, and thankfully BSF makes it easy to catch up when we have to miss class. But, in order to prepare the online system for the upcoming Romans study, Exile & Return resources are only available for so long...

What does this mean for you?! Now is the time to download any lecture you missed, or any materials that you haven't yet saved from mybsf.org. Don't delay!

05/20/2026

One of our Group Leaders, Cindy Caldwell shared her word and what she learnt from this year's Exile and Return study.

05/18/2026

A poem/prayer by Mary Wichers on the Exile & Return study
Lord Teach Us, We Pray!

05/08/2026

Yesterday, we wrapped up our Exile and Return study with our Class and Leader Sharing Day, a beautiful ending to an unforgettable year.

Our time together overflowed with testimony after testimony of God’s goodness. For nearly two hours between Leaders sharing and member sharing there was hardly a pause as women and students shared the many ways God has moved, sustained, rebuilt, strengthened, and restored. Hearts were so full of gratitude that no one wanted the celebration to end. Even afterward, many said they could have kept going. Truly, “To God be the glory, great things He hath done.”

This year, we walked the road from exile to restoration, watching God rebuild what was broken, strengthen what was weak, and call wandering hearts back to Himself. Through every lesson, every challenge, and every moment of grace, one truth remained steadfast:

God is faithful to restore.

God has been building His temple in us. Our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, and He has strengthened us with courage, vision, perseverance, grace, integrity, hope, and faith.

This year also brought tremendous change as we moved to a new host church and transitioned to the one-day BSF model. Yet through every adjustment, challenge, and unknown, we witnessed the unwavering faithfulness of God. We can honestly say we have loved both changes and have seen His hand so clearly through it all.

The joy of the Lord truly remained our strength.

Again and again, God reminded us that His work is never accomplished by human power or ability alone:
“Not by might, nor by power, but by My Spirit,” says the Lord Almighty.

What a gift it is to serve in callings that require complete dependence upon Him. He has proven Himself faithful every single time, and He is worthy of our trust, our surrender, and our praise.

We pray the Word of God will continue to dwell richly within us. His Word is timeless and true, enduring forever. May what God built in us this year continue to bear fruit for generations to come.

And now, as we move forward together, may we echo the words of Paul:

“I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.”

Enjoy your summer! Come join us for the study of Romans starting September 10th, 2026. Invite others!

05/07/2026

It’s Sharing Day!

“I will give to the Lord the thanks due to his righteousness, and I will sing praise to the name of the Lord, the Most High.”
‭‭Psalm‬ ‭7‬:‭17‬ ‭

Thank You, God, for Your daily bread.
Thank You for every seed of truth planted in hearts this year at Bible Study Fellowship.

From the littlest ones in the nursery, to the preschoolers, students, leaders, and women who gathered week after week, may Your Word take deep root and bear much fruit in every life.

Today we lift up praise to Your name and testify to Your goodness.
You have been faithful, Lord. Thank You.

05/02/2026