The book of Exodus draws the reader’s attention to three major events. Like three mountains, the Exodus itself, the establishment of the covenant, and the building of the tabernacle-sanctuary rise above the foothills of lesser happenings. The establishment of the covenant, recorded in Exodus 19 through 24, was the Mount Everest of the three. A … Continue reading –>
This quarter “The Week at a Glance” shows God’s covenant is spoken of mostly. God has made his promises (covenant) with many people in the Bible, and continues to give us promises for today, hence for a theme hymn I find that I wish to keep standing on the Promises that God has given to … Continue reading –>
“Say therefore to the people of Israel, ‘I am the LORD, and I will bring you out from under the burdens of the Egyptians, and I will deliver you from their bondage, and I will redeem you with an outstretched arm and with great acts of judgment, and I will take you for my people, … Continue reading –>
Key Thought: The covenant God formed at Sinai with Israel was a covenant of grace. Israel responded positively, but they lacked a true faith motivated by love. They corrupted it into a salvation by works system. May 15, 2021 1. Have a volunteer read Exodus 6:6,7. Ask class members to share a short thought on … Continue reading –>
As a people, Israel had been immersed in Egyptian paganism for many long, hard centuries, an experience that no doubt dimmed their knowledge of God, His will, and His goodness. How could the Lord win them back to Himself? For starters, He would demonstrate the genuineness of His love for Israel, and He did this … Continue reading –>
Sabbath Afternoon Read for This Week’s Study: Deuteronomy 1:29-31; Hosea 11:1; Revelation 5:9; Deuteronomy 29:10-13; Exodus 19:5-6; Romans 6:1-2; Revelation 14:12; Romans 10:3. Memory Text: “You have seen what I did to the Egyptians, and how I bore you on eagles’ wings and brought you to myself” (Exodus 19:4, RSV). “A little boy, one of seven children, met with an accident and was taken to … Continue reading –>
Further Thought: Read Ellen G. White, “The Vineyard of the Lord,” pages 15-22; “Hope for the Heathen,” pages 367-378; and “The House of Israel,” pages 703-721, in Prophets and Kings. “No distinction on account of nationality, race, or caste, is recognized by God. He is the Maker of all mankind. All men are of one family by creation, and … Continue reading –>
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. (1)
Continue reading -->Whatever the mistakes and failings of ancient Israel, the Lord was not finished with the plan of creating a faithful people to serve Him. In fact, the Old Testament looked forward to a time when the Lord would create a spiritual Israel, a faithful body of believers, Jews and Gentiles, who would carry on the … Continue reading –>
You can view an in-depth discussion of “Abraham’s Seed” 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. (5)
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