Nobody beyond reach. What is the primary warning of our memory text, Romans 12:2? Does materialism have something to do with our wanting to be wealthy? If it’s not wrong to be wealthy, is there anything wrong with working hard to gain wealth? At what point does our striving for financial gain become materialism? Do … Continue reading –>
Welcome to 2018 and the study of “The Life of a Christian Steward” in our first quarters Lesson studies. To go against the grain of the beliefs and practices of this world, we may make our theme song Hymn 316, “Live Out Thy Life Within Me”. With this in place, Jesus’ love will shine to … Continue reading –>
Key Thought: The Christian life is responding to the convictions God lays on our hearts while also lifting up others for love, peace, and harmony’s sake.. Lesson 13, December 30, 2017 1. Have a volunteer read Romans 14:10-14. a. Ask class members to share a thought on what the most important point in this text … Continue reading –>
“Especially as Seventh-day Adventists, we rest on the principle of sola Scriptura.” These are words from the introduction to this week’s lesson. Have you ever felt a surge of pride ripple through your thinking as you contemplate the joy of relying on the Bible, and only the Bible, for spiritual doctrines? Have you also noticed … Continue reading –>
As I am writing this, it is Christmas Day. I do pray that the Lord has blessed you with a safe Christmas and that you will go on to have a Happy New Year in 2018. This weeks’ lesson instructs us in our Christian Living in Romans chapters 14 – 16: Hymn 617, “We are … Continue reading –>
Key Thought: As we progressively surrender our minds and activities to God, He will empower us to think, feel, and act according to His will.. December 23, 2017 1. Have a volunteer read Romans 12:1-3. Ask class members to share a thought on what the most important point in this text is. Who is responsible … Continue reading –>
It is hard to believe that there is only one more Lesson study after this one, and then 2017 disappears into eternity-past. May our study today instruct us in the way God will help us Overcome Evil With Good. The first part of Sunday’s lesson shows we are in a battle with sin, therefore: Hymn … Continue reading –>
Where are we headed? Working our way through the book of Romans, we now enter a discussion of every-day thoughts about living the Christian life. With so much wisdom and practical advice in Romans, do you think that Paul’s writings make following Jesus as born-again Christians harder than before to follow? Would it be easier … Continue reading –>
Key Thought: Salvation through faith in Jesus Christ is available to all people, if they choose to put their faith in Him.. Lesson 11, December 16, 2017 1. Have a volunteer read Romans 11:1-7 a. Ask class members to share a thought on what the most important point in this text is. b. Is there … Continue reading –>
Christ and the Law. Do Christians ever assume that their good lifestyle choices and their determination to keep all of the commandments of God can earn them a place in heaven? What is the “surest” way to obtain righteousness? Was there or was there not a “true way of righteousness” before the Messiah? If the … Continue reading –>
