There is a joke I like to tell whenever anyone mentions the dictionary. I tell people, “I tried reading the dictionary, but I couldn’t follow the plot.” It brings chuckles because, of course, there is no plot. The dictionary is simply a collection of definitions and facts, with no plot or storyline. But the Bible … Continue reading –>
Prepared for Sabbath School Class on August 8. Key Text: “Pursue love, and earnestly desire the spiritual gifts, especially that you may prophesy” (1 Corinthians 14:1, ESV). Read in Class: 1 Corinthians 12:1-2, 27-31. Study: What is Paul’s main emphasis, and why is the analogy of a body with its many parts appropriate to represent … Continue reading –>
This week’s Sabbath School lesson is a classic example of why every Bible Study must be presented in light of the cross. The sacrifice of Christ as an atonement for sin is the great truth around which all other truths cluster. In order to be rightly understood and appreciated, every truth in the word of … Continue reading –>
I always did what was best for you. I told you the Good News about Jesus in public before the people and also taught in your homes. Acts 20:20 ERV We are all encouraged, like Paul, to share Jesus in the homes of our friends and loved ones. This is something we all can do. … Continue reading –>
He performs great signs, so that he even makes fire come down from heaven on the earth in the sight of men. And he deceives those who dwell on the earth by those signs which he was granted to do in the sight of the beast, telling those who dwell on the earth to make … Continue reading –>
Prepared by William Earnhardt for you to use in Sabbath School class on April 25, 2026. Central Theme: The Bible is not just a collection of proof texts. It is a love story about God’s love for you. Read in Class: 2 Timothy 3:15-17. Ask the class to identify the main point of this passage. … Continue reading –>
Several months ago, I had a “God moment,” which sent tingles down my spine. I was driving while my Pandora was playing Cece Winans’ “The Goodness of God.” In the middle of the song, a friend called, pausing it. He was talking about his work situation, which we had been praying over, and how God … Continue reading –>
On 31 October 1517, Martin Luther nailed the 95 Theses to the door of the Wittenberg church. Hence, 31 October has become known as Reformation Day. Regarding the Reformation, this is one of my favorite passages in Revelation, After these things, I saw another angel coming down from heaven, having great authority, and the earth … Continue reading –>
Do you avoid the Old Testament because of the violence which you cannot explain? I mean, the penalties for breaking the laws are really harsh! So, dear readers, what do you think? Could we be kinder than God and come up with better results? I am purposely asking questions, rather than providing answers. Let’s think … Continue reading –>
The question, “Which came first – the chicken or the egg?” causes many to scratch their heads, but scientists have the answer: Scientific consensus states that the egg came first. But if we believe the Bible to be factual, we know that the “scientists” are wrong, because the Bible tells us that the chicken came … Continue reading –>
