Mission Spotlight for July 17
Support for the mission activities of the Seventh-day Adventist church has always been part of the Sabbath School program. This video is Mission Spotlight for this week. (12)
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Inside Story: Mystery Bible ~ NAD
Mystery Bible By Andrew McChesney A Covid-19 lockdown left Sandile Khumalo on his knees in South Africa’s biggest city, Johannesburg. The national lockdown, among the most stringent in the world, shuttered the three churches where Sandile serves as pastor in the city of 5.5 million people. Tough regulations closed parks and banned jogging, dog-walking, and … Continue reading –>
Friday: Further Thought ~ The Roots of Restlessness
Further Thought: “There can be no growth or fruitfulness in the life that is centered in self. If you have accepted Christ as a personal Saviour, you are to forget yourself, and try to help others. Talk of the love of Christ, tell of His goodness. Do every duty that presents itself. Carry the burden … Continue reading –>
3: The Roots of Restlessness – HopeSS Discussion Video
You can view an in-depth discussion of “The Roots of Restlessness” in the Hope Sabbath School class led by Pastor Derek Morris. Click on the image to view: With thanks to Hope Channel – Television that will change your life. (4)
Continue reading -->3: The Roots of Restlessness – SPD Discipleship Video
This video is produced by the South Pacific Division Discipleship team. Week 3_The Roots of Restlessness_study this lesson for July 17 from SPD Discipleship on Vimeo. (8)
Continue reading -->Thursday: Uprooting Restlessness
Read John 14:1-6. In the midst of our own restlessness, what can we do that our hearts will not feel troubled? What is the key to overcoming division, selfishness, ambition, hypocrisy, and truly finding rest? Overcoming restlessness always begins with Jesus. He is the way, the truth, and the life. He knows the right direction when we wander aimlessly in the wilderness … Continue reading –>
The Love of Self Causes Unrest
Jesus was always at peace. According to Mark 4:38, even in a violent storm at sea He was sleeping peacefully in the back of a boat. How do you have that kind of peace and rest even amidst a raging storm? The amazing thing is that Jesus offers us this same peace that allows us … Continue reading –>
Wednesday: Hypocrisy
A hypocrite is somebody who play-acts, who wants to appear to be somebody who he or she is not. The term is used seven times in Matthew chapter 23 in a discourse in which Jesus publicly shames the scribes and Pharisees, the very center of Jewish religious leadership ( Matthew 23.13-14, Matthew 23:15, Matthew 23:23, Matthew 23:25, Matthew 23:27, Matthew 23:29). … Continue reading –>
3: The Root of Restlessness – Teaching Plan
Key Thought: There are many things that can keep us from rest in Jesus. We may not always be aware of the actions and attitudes that separate us from our Savior.. .July 17, 2021 1. Have a volunteer read Matthew 10:34-39.. Ask class members to share a short thought on what the most important point … Continue reading –>
Tuesday: Ambition
Studying the last week of Jesus’ ministry on earth prior to His crucifixion is always a source of encouragement and inspiration. It also offers a snapshot of how restlessness and ambition drive people to do and say ill-advised things. Read Luke 22:14-30 and think about Jesus’ emotions as He hears His disciples argue during this solemn meal … Continue reading –>