Key Thought : Relying on our own wisdom and inclinations is a poor way to approach mission. Only through submission to God’s leading can we understand His plan and our role in it.. [Lesson plan for The Jonah Saga July 18-24, 2015] 1. Have a volunteer read 2 Kings 14:25, Jonah 1:1-3. a. Ask class … [Click to read more …]
The proof is in the pudding. That’s a common saying that has morphed into meaning you must actually try the food in order to know if it’s good or not. This week as we talk about The Unlikely Missionary, we will focus our attention on the proof of the pudding. This quarter we have the … [Click to read more …]
Key Thought : God doesn’t always use the faithful and dedicated church members to witness for Him. He has used proud and boastful men and cross-cultural witnessing as well in presenting the plan of salvation. [Lesson plan for The Unlikely Missionary July 13, 2015] 1. Have a volunteer read 2 Kings 5:1-7. a. Ask class … [Click to read more …]
Ever wished you could be a missionary but never felt like you had the opportunity? Opportunities are everywhere! Just ask Jesus. He has a place for everyone to do missionary work. He uses everyday people like you and me in everyday life. A few years ago, one morning I was checking in on an elderly, … [Click to read more …]
Key Thought : As we trace Abraham’s footsteps, we catch glimpses of the mission minded nature of God. [Lesson plan for Abraham: the First Missionary July 6, 2015] 1. Have a volunteer read Genesis 14:12-16. a. Ask class members to share a thought on what the most important point in this text is. b. What … [Click to read more …]
You can view an in-depth discussion of “Following Jesus in Everyday Life” in the Hope Sabbath School class led by Pastor Derek Morris. (Adobe Flash Player version.) A Youtube version of this week’s lesson at Hope Sabbath School is below. You can download the video, the MP3 audio, and the lesson outline from the HopeTV … [Click to read more …]
Key Thought : God’s nature leads Him to seek us, reveal Himself to us, and draw us into a relationship with Him. He has invited us to become His agents in this effort. [Lesson plan for The Missionary Nature of God June 29, 2015] Have a volunteer read Genesis 1:26,27. Ask class members to … [Click to read more …]
“It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, it was the age of wisdom, it was the age of foolishness, it was the epoch of belief, it was the epoch of incredulity, it was the season of Light, it was the season of Darkness, it was the spring of hope, it … [Click to read more …]
You can view an in-depth discussion of “Crucified and Risen” in the Hope Sabbath School class led by Pastor Derek Morris. (Adobe Flash Player version.) A Youtube version of this week’s lesson at Hope Sabbath School is below. You can download the video, the MP3 audio, and the lesson outline from the HopeTV Sabbath School … [Click to read more …]
Key Thought : Angelic perfection failed in heaven. Human perfection failed in Eden. All who wish for security in earth or heaven must look to the Lamb of God. [Lesson plan for Crucified and Risen June 22, 2015] 1. Have a volunteer read Luke 22:3. a. Ask class members to share a thought on what … [Click to read more …]
