First Place Bible Studies
1) Giving Christ First Place(GCFP)
Through "Giving Christ First Place," members will learn more about how to give Christ "first place," the importance of prayer, the joy of obeying God, the truth about excuses, how to cope with temptations, the secrets of true satisfaction and pleasing God, and committing to do God's will.
 
2) Everyday Victory for Everyday People(EVEP)
Through "Everyday Victory for Everyday People," members discover the importance of daily prayer and Bible study in their pursuit of victory over the everyday trials and temptations of life.
 
3) Life Under Control(LUC)
Through "Life Under Control," members learn that with God's supernatural power, they can have control in every aspect of life: thoughts, emotions, actions, relationships, spoken words, and eating habits.
 
4) Life That Wins(LTW)
Through "Life That Wins," members glean a deeper understanding of God's grace, His unconditional love, His perfect plan, and His powerful provision. Through the development of the Christ-like qualities of the fruit of the spirit, members learn how to win.
 
5) Seeking God's Best(SGB)
In "Seeking God's Best" Bible study, God wants His best for our lives! Often, God's best is hidden behind circumstances or relationships that appear good to us. In choosing the good, we can miss the best. In this latest Bible study, participants are challenged to ask God to give them a desire for His best.
 
6) Pressing On to the Prize(POTTP)
Through the "Pressing on to the Prize" Bible study, the goal of pressing on toward God's purpose requires a power beyond our human capabilities. This study will help individuals discover God's enabling power in their daily lives.
 
7) Pathway To Success(PTS)
The "Pathway to Success" Bible study challenges members to embark on the journey to success through a practical look at the qualities and behaviors that produce success in the Christian life--ultimately glorifying God.
 
8) Living the Legacy(LTL)
The "Living the Legacy" Bible study talks of the inheritance we have as a child of the King! Our spiritual blessings include being chosen, loved, adopted, predestined, and forgiven. The study helps believers live a life worthy of their calling as children of the light.
 
9) Making Wise Choices(MWC)
Making Wise Choices examines the many choices we all make each day, from the mundane to the life changing – particularly those that affect us physically, emotionally, mentally and spiritually. Readers will come to recognize and discern wise choices from the unwise ones, to seek God’s will in making the right decisions and to learn how to face the consequences of their choices.
10) NEW!!! Begin Again(BA)
The First Place Begin Again Bible study is an encouragement for those who have chosen to begin a new direction in life. Discover a new you as you work toward a more intimate relationship with God. See how God works in you to make you a new creature and how He is molding and shaping your life. 
11) Living in Grace(LIG)
In a world with over six billion people, sometimes we may wonder about our own significance to God. Living in Grace will lead you in discovering God’s sovereign grace and His gracious character. You are significant, and this study helps you learn what it means to accept and understand God’s grace. Now you can truly experience God’s freedom, live the abundant life and extend God’s grace to others for physical, mental, spiritual and emotional wellbeing! .
12) A New Creation (ANC)
Many women who deal with weight problems find themselves struggling with emotional issues as well. God teaches that through Him we can find balance in all areas: emotional, physical, mental and spiritual. With A New Creation you will learn to embrace emotional healing through the grace and power of God.
 
13) Healthy Boundaries (HB)

People without boundaries can quickly lose direction. Learn how to create intentional boundaries to leap the hurdles of temptation and not compromise your commitment to weight loss. Healthy Boundaries will help you do this and more. Discover how God can empower you to assess, define and rebuild physical, mental, emotional and spiritual boundaries. Today's the day to take back your life!  

14) Choosing Thankfulness (CT)

New December 2005, Featured study for JFM06!

No matter how grim OLD- outward circumstances, when we focus on who God is and what He has done for us, we have reason to be overflowing with thankfulness. For those struggling with out-of-control eating habits, meditating on God's attributes, His promises and His unfailing love gives rise to joy and thanksgiving. Join readers of this First Place study to explore the Scriptures and be encouraged by the examples . of men and women who were able to thank God in adversity and sorrow because they remembered Jehovah's promise to be their Lord.
 

"Creating Life Stories Together" Karen Rhodus, Founder of Outlook Ministry Est.2001

Bible Study and Wellness Worksheet(WW) page numbers:

You can do any of the 14 First Place Bible Studies during any session...

 
GCFP(1) GCFP-WW
Giving Christ First Place, Matthew 3:33,  page 9[1] Being a Good Member, page 141 [1]
Lord, Teach Us to Pray, Matthew 21:22,  page 23[2] Eating Asian Style, page 144 [2 ]
The Joy of Obeying God,  John 14:21, page 36[3] Join the Club, page 148 [3]
Excuses, Excuses, Psalms 69:5, page 48[4] Nutrition While Traveling, page 151 [4]
Good News About Temptation,1 Corinthians 10:13,  page 61[5] The Amazing 10-Minute Workout, page 155 [5]
True Satisfaction, Matthew 4:4,  page 74[6] Understanding Portion Control, page 158 [6]
The Secret to Pleasing God, Romans 12:12,  page 88[7]  
Value Your Body,1 Corinthians 6:19-20,  page 102[8]  
Going God's Way, Proverbs 16:3,  page 114[9]  
Without Love Nothing, John 13:34--35,  page 128[10]  
EVEP(2) EVEP-WW
Getting Started Right / Deuteronomy 30 : 11, page 9 [1] Convenience Foods: Making the Most of the Time, page 147 [1]
Keeping Commitments / Ecclesiastes 5 : 5, page 22 [2] Group Exercise for Fun and Fitness, page 150 [2]
The Real Enemy / 1 Peter 5 : 8, page 35 [3] Letting Others Help You Succeed, page 154 [3]
Our Spiritual Weapons / 2 Corinthians 10 : 4, page 50 [4] Preventing Heart Disease, page 157 [4]
Prayer: Our Battleground / Jeremiah 33 : 3, page 65 [5] Understanding Vitamins and Minerals, page 160 [5]
Motives And Attitudes / 2 Corinthians 5 : 9, page 79 [6] Winning over Worry, page 169 [6]
Run To Win / Acts 20 : 24, page 92 [7]  
Overcoming Temptation / Zechariah 4 : 6, page 107 [8]  
Handling Guilt / Romans 8 : 1, page 121 [9]  
Knowing God / Psalms 9 : 10, page 133 [133]  
LUC(3) LUC-WW
Life Out Of Control ,  Psalms 51 : 12,  page 9 [1] Dining Delizioso!, page 143 [1]
Life Under Christ’s Control ,  Romans 15 : 13 , page 24 [2] More Facts About Fat, page 146 [2]
Thoughts Under Control ,  Philippians 4 : 8 , page 37 [3] Overcoming Difficult Situations, page 149 [3]
Actions Under Control ,  Galatians 2 : 20 , page 52 [4] Overcoming Obstacles to Physical Activity, page 153 [4]
Desires Under Control ,  Philippians 4 : 12--13 , page 67 [5] Overcoming Stress. Page 157 [5]
Self-Esteem Under Control ,  Romans 12 : 3 , page 80 [6] Preventing Cancer, page 161 [6]
Words Under Control ,  James 1 : 26 , page 94 [ 7]  
Spiritual Disciplines Help ,  Luke 9 : 23 , page 106 [8]  
Friends Can Help ,  Hebrews 10 : 24--25 , page 119 [9]  
A Big Goal And Life Control ,  Philippians 3 : 13--14, page 132 [10]  
LTW(4) LTW-WW
God’s Love for You—Romans 5:8, page  9 [1] Accountability Partners , page 124 [1]
God’s Plan for You—Jeremiah 29:11,  page 21 [2] Choosing a Personal Trainer, page 128 [2]
God’s Provision for You—Hebrews 11:6, page 32 [3] Controlling Cholesterol, page 132 [3]
Love in Your Life—Galatians 5:22-23, page 43 [4] Physical Activity-Counting the Cost, page 136 [4]
Joy Is Your Strength—Nehemiah 8:10, page 56 [5] Supermarket Guide-Solutions for Healthy Shopping, page 139 [5]
The Peace of God—Philippians 4:7, page 68 [6] Tools for a Healthy Kitchen, page 143 [6]
Patience—Right Now!—Galatians 6:9, page  79 [7]  
Kind, Good and Faithful—Colossians 3:12, page 90 [8]  
Gentle Power Under Control—Matthew 11:29, page 101 [9]  
The Christ-Controlled Life—Galatians 5:16, page 112 [10]  
SGB(5) SGB-WW
Seeking God's Best - John 6:35, page 9 [1] Dietary Supplements - Miracle or Myth?, page 128 [1]
Committed to Returning - Malachi 3:7, page 22 [2] Healthy Living on the Job, page 132 [2]
Welcome Home - I Thessalonians 5:18, page 34 [3] Home Fitness Equipment, page 136 [3]
Beginning a love Relationships - Titus 2:13-14, page 46 [4] Managing Your Time, page 140 [4]
Qualities Pleasing to God - 1 Samuel 16:7, page 58 [5] Understanding Fad Diets, page 144 [5]
Protecting Your Relationship - James 4:7, page 69 [6] Understanding Metabolism, page 145 [6]
In God's Hands - Philippians 4:19, page 81 [7]  
Preparing for God's best - Joshua 3:5, page 93 [8]  
Standing on the Promises - 1 Corinthians 15:58. page 105 [9]  
The Blessing from God - Psalms 23:5-6, page 117 [10]  
POTTP(6) POTTP-WW
Forgetting the Past - Philippians 3:14, page 9 [1] Dining Out - South of the Boarder, page 139 [1]
Straining Toward the Futures - Hebrew 11:8, page 21 [2] Pressing On towards the Goal, page 142 [2]
Pressing On in the Present - Mark 4:19, page 35 [3] Preventing Diabetes, page 146 [3]
Claiming My calling in Christ - Colossians 3:14, page 49 [4] Sports and Recreational Activities, page 149 [4]
Running for the Prize - 1 Timothy 6:11, page 61 [5] Staying Active While Traveling, page 153 [5]
Training for the race - 1 Corinthians 9:24, page 74 [6] Take Time for Healthy Lunch, page 156 [6]
Receiving an Everlasting Crown - 1 Peter 5:4, page 87 [7]  
Removing Every Obstacle - Hebrews 12:2, page 101 [8]  
Looking to Jesus - Hebrews 12:2, page 113 [9]  
God's Love for you - Hebrews 12:15 [10]  
PTS(7) PTS-WW
Dream Of Success - Proverbs 29 : 18, page 9[1] Adding Flavor the Healthy Way, page 162[1]
Plan For Success - Psalms 20 : 4, page 24[2] Building a Healthy Body Image, page 166[2]
Surrender For Success - Deuteronomy 6 : 5, page 38[3] Life in the Fast-Food Lane, page 1 69[3]
Dress For Success - Ephesians 6 : 11, page 53[4] Outsmarting the Snack Attack, page 1 73[4]
Keys To Success - 2 Peter 1 : 3, page 67[5] Putting Your Best Foot Forward, page 1 76[5]
Thoughts That Build Success - Psalms 139 : 23-24, page 82[6] Quiet Time and Prayer, page 180[6]
Overcoming To Succeed - 1 John 5 :  4-5, page 96[7]  
Staying On Track To Success - Isaiah 30 : 21, page 111[8]  
Managing Success - 2 Timothy 1 : 14, page 126[9]