G12 Life Group Notes– August 1 , 2012– 6:30 a.m. Pastor Goudeaux __ Open in Prayer Song Testimonies Prayer of Three Witnessing Receive Offering Assimilation……what it really means!! Ephesians 4:13,16-key scripture. Til we should all attain the unity of the faith and knowledge of God’s son, reaching maturity, reaching the full measure of development which belong to the fullness of Christ 14. Instead of remaining immature, blown from off course, and swayed by every passing wind of doctrine (drifters). By the adrointness of men who are dexterous and devising error. Who are to hold by the truth and by our love to grow up (Hebrews 6:1-3 message))wholly into Him. For He Christ is the head and under Him as the entire body is well together and compacted by every joint which with it is supplied the do activity of each part enables the body to grow and build itself up in love. Moffatt translation ASSIMILATION DEFINED: Church Assimilation is the task of moving people from an awareness of the church to attendance at church to active membership in the church Assimilation=to take in and incorporate as ones own; to absorb, to bring in Assimilation = Incorporation, bonding, joining, and assimilating Physiology definition: to convert ( food) to substances suitable for incorporation into body and it's tissues. Transform-to change in form, appearance, or structure, to convert Both concepts body and building occurring together emphasize the key idea of growth. Ephesians 2-19-22 Goal of assimilation is to evangelize and disciple the lost until we all come into the unity of Christ. • Ephesians 4:13,16 • Romans 12:2 • 1Corinthians 12:12-18 clear word • Matthew 9:35-37(message) sheep having no shepherd-drifters( aimlessly wandering, helpless and misled • Matthew 5:3 -assimilation produces results -imitation doesn't produce results A churches assimilation process is taking peole throough the vrious levels of commitment to a church by the 5-C’s: 1. Community(unchurched) 2. Crowd ( regular attendance) 3. Congregation(members) 4. Committed(maturing/involved members) 5. Core (lay leaders) Acts 2:41-12 Acts 6:1-6, Acts 15:28-29 • Assimilation is as old as the church • There were difficulties associated with assimilation since the beginning of the church • We assimilate people when we help them to acquire similar knowledge, similar attitudes, towards Christ and His church, similar feelings of belonging, and similar patterns of behavior. • Churches have not been diligent in their efforts to incorporate new people. • Future congregations need strong entry processes. • Very little knowledge of religion or Christianity is necessary. • Must set aside time and energy for first class attention. THE ASSIMILATION PRODUCES RESULTS: • Identifies with the goals of the church. • Attends worship services regularly. • Experiences spiritual growth and progress. • Becomes a member of the Body. • Have 5‐10 new friends in the church. • Has an appropriate task or role that matches spiritual giftedness. • Is involved in meaningful fellowship in a small group. • Regularly tithes to the church. • Participates by spreading the Good News to Friends and relatives(Matthew 28:18‐20; • Identifies with the goals of the church. • Is regular in worship attendance and at special services (Hebrews 10:25). • Attends Communion/Sunday school regularly and has Bible reading • And family devotions in the home (Acts 2:42). • Is growing spiritually (2 Peter 3:18). • Has affiliated with the congregation. • Have six or more friends in the church. • Has a task or role that is appropriate for his or her spiritual gift(s) • (Romans 12; 1 Corinthians 12; Ephesians 4; 1 Peter 4:10‐11). • Is involved in a fellowship group (Acts 2:42). • Gives regularly and generously (1 Corinthians 16:2).

G12 Life Group Notes– April 29, 2012 – 6:30 a.m. Pastor Goudeaux __ Open in Prayer Song Testimonies Prayer of Three Witnessing Receive Offering “Sanctification and Separation ” “Make a commitment to living a life focused on God” Dr. Phillip G. Goudeaux Romans 6:4 4Therefore we are buried with him by baptism into death: that like as Christ was raised up from the dead by the glory of the Father, even so we also should walk in newness of life. • Your walk must become habitual • You must be habitually walking in the newness of Life • If you are not applying yourself, your potential is not being tapped • You must meditate on the word • How can you walk in it and not even know it? • Most people do not prioritize walking in the newness of life (renewing of the mind) • How can you show someone else how to do it, when you don’t know how to do it? • It is like living somewhere but you don’t know how to get there “We’re big on asking, but little on performing” Dr. Phillip G. Goudeaux Romans 6:5-6,11 5For if we have been planted together in the likeness of his death, we shall be also in the likeness of his resurrection: 6Knowing this, that our old man is crucified with him, that the body of sin might be destroyed, that henceforth we should not serve sin. 11Likewise reckon ye also yourselves to be dead indeed unto sin, but alive unto God through Jesus Christ our Lord. • Planting is on you to do • You cannot serve sin if you are walking in the newness of life • You must habitually consume the word of God • Likewise reckon… meaning count it to be done and act like it is so Psalm 26:3 3For thy lovingkindness is before mine eyes: and I have walked in thy truth. • Lovingkindess is the word of God • “Walking faithfully” (Message translation) • Definition of Walk :To conduct self in a particular manner To pursue a particular course of life G12 Life Group Notes– April 29, 2012 – 6:30 a.m. Pastor Goudeaux (Cont’)__ If you don’t know how to do something, have someone that knows how … show you Dr. Phillip G. Goudeaux This is what a Man of God does: • He shows you how to apply yourself • How many books are you reading daily, mouthy? • What chapters of the bible do you have memorized? • Can you quote it? - If not, it is because you have not applied yourself Psalms 86:11 (Amplified) 11Teach me Your way, O Lord, that I may walk and live in Your truth; direct and unite my heart [solely, reverently] to fear and honor Your name. • Walk and Live • Now help others to get excited about reading the word, walking, and living 2 John 1-6 1The elder unto the elect lady and her children, whom I love in the truth; and not I only, but also all they that have known the truth; 2For the truth's sake, which dwelleth in us, and shall be with us for ever. 3Grace be with you, mercy, and peace, from God the Father, and from the Lord Jesus Christ, the Son of the Father, in truth and love. 4I rejoiced greatly that I found of thy children walking in truth, as we have received a commandment from the Father. 5And now I beseech thee, lady, not as though I wrote a new commandment unto thee, but that which we had from the beginning, that we love one another. 6And this is love, that we walk after his commandments. This is the commandment, That, as ye have heard from the beginning, ye should walk in it. • Love in the truth and those that have known the truth • For truth’s sake • In truth and love • Verse four states “they were walking in the truth” – But its true now (2012) • The commandment was heard from the beginning Ask for Prayer Requests Close in Prayer

G12 Life Group Notes– April 01, 2012– 6:30 a.m. Pastor Goudeaux __
Open in Prayer Song Testimonies Prayer of Three
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“Sanctification”


“The level you trust/have faith in God is the level God will promote you” Dr. Goudeaux


I Thessalonians 5:21-23
21Prove all things; hold fast that which is good. 22Abstain from all appearance of evil. 23And the very God of peace sanctify you wholly; and I pray God your whole spirit and soul and body be preserved blameless unto the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.

• Sanctify you wholly
• You must work on keeping your spirit (interchangeable with your heart) under control
• This is the renewing of the mind (strongholds, wrong thoughts…)



Proverbs 25:28
28He that hath no rule over his own spirit is like a city that is broken down, and without walls.

• Having no rule over your own spirit (mind)
• That’s what is trying to put restrictions on you
• People are where they are because of their ignorance and lack of control
• Anyone can act like a “donkey”, but how many people can control them self?
• Without control, there is no defense against any enemy
• Control is discipline (which is applying what you have learned)
• Commit to the right thing as you hear it
• “A city without walls” equals “lack of self-control” Dr. Goudeaux


I Corinthians 9:25-27
25And every man that striveth for the mastery is temperate in all things. Now they do it to obtain a corruptible crown; but we an incorruptible. 26I therefore so run, not as uncertainly; so fight I, not as one that beateth the air: 27But I keep under my body, and bring it into subjection: lest that by any means, when I have preached to others, I myself should be a castaway.

• Your Christian walk is a continuous fight
• If you don’t fight, the walls will be broken down
• You can be of honor or dishonor
• The only way the enemy can get to you is when you do not obey God

“Don’t complain about the mosquitoes when you have the windows down!” Dr. Goudeaux

Proverbs 16:32
32He that is slow to anger is better than the mighty; and he that ruleth his spirit than he that taketh a city..

• Ruleth his spirit (control your life)

G12 Life Group Notes– April 01,2012– 6:30 a.m. Pastor Goudeaux (Cont’)__


Proverbs 14:29
29He that is slow to wrath is of great understanding: but he that is hasty of spirit exalteth folly.

• Slow to wrath shows control
• “A quick tempered person stockpiles stupidity” (Message translation)
• Work on lining yourself up with the Word and then teach it
• Stay on a continuous growth cycle
• Your success in a Christian Life depends on how you control your flesh and mind
• You must continue to measure your self according to the standard of Christ
• And not the standard of Man


Hebrews 5:11-12
11And thou mourn at the last, when thy flesh and thy body are consumed, 12And say, How have I hated instruction, and my heart despised reproof;
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• Dull of hearing
• People overestimate themselves - Do a self-evaluation
• Are you obedient to God? – To your brethren? – Is your walk righteous?
• This is what causes growth
• Working on one muscle group causes deformity (big arms but small shoulders)
• You must have a desire to keep growing
• “No evaluation” equals “No control”



I Corinthians 3:1-3 (Read Amplified)
1And I, brethren, could not speak unto you as unto spiritual, but as unto carnal, even as unto babes in Christ. 2I have fed you with milk, and not with meat: for hitherto ye were not able to bear it, neither yet now are ye able. 3For ye are yet carnal: for hereas there is among you envying, and strife, and divisions, are ye not carnal, and walk as men?

• “Carnal” equals “Meathead” (all flesh)



James 3:13-16
13Who is a wise man and endued with knowledge among you? let him shew out of a good conversation his works with meekness of wisdom. 14But if ye have bitter envying and strife in your hearts, glory not, and lie not against the truth. 15This wisdom descendeth not from above, but is earthly, sensual, devilish. 16For where envying and strife is, there is confusion and every evil work.

• Verse sixteen is the result of being out of control


How you handle the lack of man’s recognition in favor of God’s - Will determine a major moment in your life. Your life is to serve people. It’s not about titles, it’s about obeying God



“Run the race to finish it” Dr. Goudeaux





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G12 Life Group Notes– March 11, 2012– 6:30 a.m. Minister Carlos Gonzales__
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“Being Prepared To Do Kingdom Work”



I Thessalonians 5:23
23And the very God of peace sanctify you wholly; and I pray God your whole spirit and soul and body be preserved blameless unto the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ

• Sanctify – separate, consecrate, purify, cleanse
• It is a process aimed toward your completion
• Pastor Goudeaux should not have to call you to fast, pray, and witness
• There is greater works that come thru sanctification
• There are seasons of separation and sanctification
• God wants your participation


John 17:17
17Sanctify them through thy truth: thy word is truth.

• The Word of God
• Download only the Word – Study and meditate
• It’s the truth that you know that sets you free


Ephesians 5:26
26That he might sanctify and cleanse it with the washing of water by the word,

• The word cleanses you
• Not the newspaper, cable, radio, social internet media, etc.

Joel 1:14
14Sanctify ye a fast, call a solemn assembly, gather the elders and all the inhabitants of the land into the house of the LORD your God, and cry unto the LORD,

• Fast – to abstain from food, TV, sex, etc.
• Humbles you
• Causes you to rely upon God
• You become more dependent and appreciative
• Brings intervention of God
• When was the last time you fast without someone asking you to ?



G12 Life Group Notes– March 11, 2012– 6:30 a.m. Minister Carlos Gonzales (Cont’)


Joel 2:16-17, 28-29
16Gather the people, sanctify the congregation, assemble the elders, gather the children, and those that suck the breasts: let the bridegroom go forth of his chamber, and the bride out of her closet. 17Let the priests, the ministers of the LORD, weep between the porch and the altar, and let them say, Spare thy people, O LORD, and give not thine heritage to reproach, that the heathen should rule over them: wherefore should they say among the people, Where is their God? 28And it shall come to pass afterward, that I will pour out my spirit upon all flesh; and your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, your old men shall dream dreams, your young men shall see visions:
29And also upon the servants and upon the handmaids in those days will I pour out my spirit.

• Intersession
• The results of intercession and fasting is
• A greater measure of the Spirit poured out
• You must allow God to minister to you before you try to minister to others
• Sanctification – Causes greater results in witnessing, G-12 ministry and marriages
• Proper sanctification brings prevention of crises
• You choose the level of Vessel of Honor you are by what you do
• God is looking for seekers and cravers
• It is not a burden, It is a lifestyle - Self-denial should be a part of the lifestyle


Hebrew 3:1
1Wherefore, holy brethren, partakers of the heavenly calling, consider the Apostle and High Priest of our profession, Christ Jesus;

• You are sanctified by the Blood of Jesus
• You are sanctified by the words of your confession
• You remind God – Devil – Yourself thru confession
• You give God license to work on your behalf thru your words











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G12 Life Group Notes– March 04, 2012– 6:30 a.m. Pastor Goudeaux __
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“Bold…Even more!”
““When the fish aren’t biting, change the tactic!” Dr. Goudeaux


Ephesians 3:12
12In whom we have boldness and access with confidence by the faith of him.
• Boldness is already present
• You just have to exercise it (develop it)
• The more you exercise it…the bolder you will become
• Paul became even bolder
• He saw how zealous he was for the devil
• So he became even bolder for Christ and wrote 14 books of the bible

Ephesians 6:19
19And for me, that utterance may be given unto me, that I may open my mouth boldly, to make known the mystery of the gospel,

• Paul was committed to boldness

Acts 2:4
4 And they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and began to speak with other tongues, as the Spirit gave them utterance.

• We are still writing the book of Acts
• What is the difference from then to now?
• The emphasis is removed from the Holy Spirit
• A continual backsliding of the boldness and the Holy Spirit
Here are three points that you need in your life
1. Get them saved
2. Baptized
3. Filled
• That anchors them for a more committed life
• Then get them to be a witness (cause them to be bold)

Acts 2:1
1And when the day of Pentecost was fully come, they were all with one accord in one place.
• GOD was bringing forth change (establish church through his son)
• Christ (salvation) left then Holy Spirit came
• Holy Spirit has a different functions

I Corinthians 12:4, 12
4Now there are diversities of gifts, but the same Spirit. 12For as the body is one, and hath many members, and all the members of that one body, being many, are one body: so also is Christ.
• Diversities of gifts and the same Spirit
• Just like Pastor is Husband, Grandpa/Dad and Boss
• To limit GOD with one function is a travesty
• Underline all of “same Spirit(s)”, dividing severally as He will
• The body has more than one function but it’s the same body. By one Spirit
• By one Spirit, we’re baptized into one body

G12 Life Group Notes– March 04, 2012– 6:30 a.m. Pastor Goudeaux (Cont’)_


Acts 2:12, 14
12And they were all amazed, and were in doubt, saying one to another, What meaneth this? 14But Peter, standing up with the eleven, lifted up his voice, and said unto them, Ye men of Judaea, and all ye that dwell at Jerusalem, be this known unto you, and hearken to my words:

• Outpouring of Holy Spirit was already done
• The disciples were cowards until filled
• Peter became bold and started preaching
• Pray –That as opportunity come, you don’t miss
• Boldness with the supernatural

Acts 2:37- 41
37Now when they heard this, they were pricked in their heart, and said unto Peter and to the rest of the apostles, Men and brethren, what shall we do? 38Then Peter said unto them, Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost. 39For the promise is unto you, and to your children, and to all that are afar off, even as many as the LORD our God shall call. 40And with many other words did he testify and exhort, saying, Save yourselves from this untoward generation. 41Then they that gladly received his word were baptized: and the same day there were added unto them about three housand souls.

• Peter preached a message to these Sadducees, Pharisees and Sanhedrin council
• Peter said “repent and be baptized”
• Be aware baptism does Not come before salvation
• Verse.39 is the answer to Verse 38
• The promise is to everybody who wants it
• Verse 41: “In the same day 3,000 souls was saved “

Jews believed in GOD but didn’t know Jesus (most still don’t). For identifying of self for death, burial and resurrection. Don’t get caught up in dogmas. No heaven without accepting Christ. The Blood is the only thing that saves us. Now Peter was a preaching machine saying “Save Yourself”. Salvation is an on-going process, which is not watching, listening, and talking what I shouldn’t be. (notice this didn’t happen until somebody got bold). Holy Spirit came; they got baptized, boldness, supernatural, and then came the people

Acts 3:1, 5-10
1Now Peter and John went up together into the temple at the hour of prayer, being the ninth hour. 5And he gave heed unto them, expecting to receive something of them. 6Then Peter said, Silver and gold have I none; but such as I have give I thee: In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth rise up and walk. 7And he took him by the right hand, and lifted him up: and immediately his feet and ankle bones received strength. 8And he leaping up stood, and walked, and entered with them into the temple, walking, and leaping, and praising God. 9And all the people saw him walking and praising God: 10And they knew that it was he which sat for alms at the Beautiful gate of the temple: and they were filled with wonder and amazement at that which had happened unto him.


• Laid at gate (38-40 years
• People were going into the temple and no one had boldness or was filled
• But, when boldness comes into contact with a need
• The need will be transferred into manifestations
• That’s why your enemy fears you
• Expectation was present
• Taking him by the hand was boldness
• “And immediately his feet / ankles received strength”





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G12 Life Group Notes– February 18, 2012– 6:30 a.m. Pastor Goudeaux __
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“Aggressively Bold”
“You must go out and witness,- Deliberately go out to witness just like fasting.
You carry the anointing everywhere you go” Dr. Goudeaux


Matthew 11:11, 12
11Verily I say unto you, Among them that are born of women there hath not risen a greater than John the Baptist: notwithstanding he that is least in the kingdom of heaven is greater than he. 12And from the days of John the Baptist until now the kingdom of heaven suffereth violence, and the violent take it by force

• Least is greater (our position)
• Verse 12- Aggressive boldness defined…
• Forcefully advancing through violent people attacking
• You must get things done
• But this can only be accomplished by the Supernatural
• Time is of the urgency, people need Christ
• Satan fears/trembles at your position
• Division is satan’s greatest device
• Signs/Wonders are GOD’s greatest miracle


Acts 4:5-8,10,13,23,32
5And it came to pass on the morrow, that their rulers, and elders, and scribes, 6 And Annas the high priest, and Caiaphas, and John, and Alexander, and as many as were of the kindred of the high priest, were gathered together at Jerusalem. 7And when they had set them in the midst, they asked, By what power, or by what name, have ye done this? 8Then Peter, filled with the Holy Ghost, said unto them, Ye rulers of the people, and elders of Israel, 10Be it known unto you all, and to all the people of Israel, that by the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, whom ye crucified, whom God raised from the dead, even by him doth this man stand here before you whole. 13Now when they saw the boldness of Peter and John, and perceived that they were unlearned and ignorant men, they marvelled; and they took knowledge of them, that they had been with Jesus. 23And being let go, they went to their own company, and reported all that the chief priests and elders had said unto them. 29And now, Lord, behold their threatenings: and grant unto thy servants, that with all boldness they may speak thy word32And the multitude of them that believed were of one heart and of one soul: neither said any of them that ought of the things which he possessed was his own; but they had all things common.

• (Underline by what power/authority) - vs. 5-7
• They start recognizing when you start doing
• Controlled by Holy Spirit – vs. 8
• Peter was operating with great boldness
• That was bold and aggressive - Walking in love and wisdom but still bold – vs. 10
• Peter could have been put to death – vs. 13
• A bold aggressive manner
• Behold their threatening, signs and wonders that were done - vs. 23, 29
• Aggressive boldness is when oneness comes about - vs. 32
G12 Life Group Notes– February 18,2012– 6:30 a.m. Pastor Goudeaux (Cont’)__

Acts 5:1-15
11And great fear came upon all the church, and upon as many as heard these things. 12And by the hands of the apostles were many signs and wonders wrought among the people; (and they were all with one accord in Solomon's porch. 13And of the rest durst no man join himself to them: but the people magnified them. 14And believers were the more added to the Lord, ultitudes both of men and women.) 15Insomuch that they brought forth the sick into the streets, and laid them on beds and couches, that at the least the shadow of Peter passing by might overshadow some of them…….
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• When operating with boldness the Gifts of the Spirit become active – vs. 11
• Another level of boldness was achieved - vs.12
• When boldness occurs men and women are added
• Be careful of the flesh rising up when operating in boldness
• Always operate in/under the Spirit of GOD
• Be aware that the Church is still in the book of Acts
• These signs/wonders would be occurring if you were operating in boldness
• The church has become traditionalized - So the power of GOD can’t manifest


Acts 19:2-6, 8, 11,12
2He said unto them, Have ye received the Holy Ghost since ye believed? And they said unto him, We have not so much as heard whether there be any Holy Ghost. 3And he said unto them, Unto what then were ye baptized? And they said, Unto John's baptism. 4Then said Paul, John verily baptized with the baptism of repentance, saying unto the people, that they should believe on him which should come after him, that is, on Christ Jesus. 5When they heard this, they were baptized in the name of the Lord Jesus. 6And when Paul had laid his hands upon them, the Holy Ghost came on them; and they spake with tongues, and prophesied. 8And he went into the synagogue, and spake boldly for the space of three months, disputing and persuading the things concerning the kingdom of God. 11And God wrought special miracles by the hands of Paul: 12So that from his body were brought unto the sick handkerchiefs or aprons, and the diseases departed from them, and the evil spirits went out of them.


• Laying on of hands
• Some received their healing because of their perception/belief
• Don’t be intimidated - Be bold!
• Speak boldly concerning the Kingdom of GOD



Mark 6:56
56And whithersoever he entered, into villages, or cities, or country, they laid the sick in the streets, and besought him that they might touch if it were but the border of his garment: and as many as touched him were made whole.

• The power of GOD is real
• He will use you if you are bold
• He wants to take you to another level with your boldness








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