Key Thought: Job shows the controversy going on as Satan comes as his accuser. Christ redeemed humanity and will finally destroy Satan. Lesson for October 8, 2016 1. Have a volunteer read Job 1:1-6. a. Ask class members to share a thought on what the most important point in this text is. b. What kind … Continue reading –>
What is the book of Job? (Lesson for October 1, 2016)The book of Job is written as poetry, loaded with symbolism and parallel structure. The book is carefully constructed, as if it is intended for memorizing and even public presentation. Far greater than that, however, is the message of Job. What does Job have to say … Continue reading –>
Key Thought: The gospel calls us to demonstrate God’s love for the world in practical ways. Lesson for October 1, 2016 1. Have a volunteer read Job 42:10-17. a. Ask class members to share a thought on what the most important point in this text is. b. Why did Job’s captivity turn “when” he prayed … Continue reading –>
Key Thought: The gospel calls us to demonstrate God’s love for the world in practical ways. Lesson 13 – September 24, 2016 1. Have a volunteer read James 2:14-17. a. Ask class members to share a thought on what the most important point in this text is. b. In what ways are faith and works … Continue reading –>
Memory Text: Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. Share with God’s people who are in need. Practice hospitality.—Romans 12:11-13 NIV. [Lesson 13, September 24, 2016] Were you impressed when you read the summary of Christian witnessing in northern California on … Continue reading –>
At the beginning of a new quarter, it’s time to plan for our 13th Sabbath offering which will go to the Inter-European Division. In this post you will find some patterns for making 13th-Sabbath offering boxes for your family or for your whole church. “The Adventist Church is built on mission. Our commission comes from Christ, … Continue reading –>
Common–or uncommon–sense? [Lesson 12 for September 17] Advice to God’s people confined to exile: Work for the good of the country where you are taken. “If it prospers, you too will prosper.” Stunning words? or common wisdom? More people live in cities today than in the country or less populated areas. Does that mean we should … Continue reading –>
Key Thought: Cities have a special place in God’s heart. As we enter the cities, we are called to follow Christ’s method of ministry. Lesson for September 17, 2016 1. Have a volunteer read Matthew 13:18-23. a. Ask class members to share a thought on what the most important point in this text is. b. … Continue reading –>
Key Thought: We are asked to look for and find opportunities to lead people to follow Jesus as their Savior. Lesson for September 10, 2016 1. Have a volunteer read Luke 19:5-10. a. Ask class members to share a thought on what the most important point in this text is. b. Why did Zacchaeus need … Continue reading –>
They know His voice I. [Lesson 11 for September 10] You’ve probably seen it dozens of times–a dog turns into a bundle of wiggles running to its owner the moment it recognizes him or her. Do we Christians have the same instinct that draws us to our Owner and Protector, God? Why was the early Christian … Continue reading –>
