“Ye seek Me, not because ye saw the miracles, but because ye did eat of the loaves, and were filled.” John 6:26 This was an abrupt reality check to the gathered throng. Just one day prior their enthusiasm for Jesus was at a fever pitch. Many in the crowd had witnessed the miracle of the … Continue reading –>
Introduction. “The fear of man brings a snare…” What is meant by “fear” in this sentence? How can this sort of admiration cause trouble for us Christians? Have you ever noticed a desire by some fellow Christians to please others or to be respected fully? Is that beneficial? or not? Why? [Thought questions for Living … Continue reading –>
Key Thought : God’s laws and wisdom are linked together as a guide to life. Wisdom comes from submitting to God’s will. [Lesson plan for Living By Faith March 9, 2015] 1. Have a volunteer read Proverbs 28:4,7,9. a. Ask class members to share a thought on what the most important point in this text is. … Continue reading –>
“Do not exalt yourself in the presence of the king, and do not stand in the place of the great.” Proverbs 25:6 This lesson fits one of my favorite Bible characters perfectly! Not because he was guilty of deceit or of being a sluggard. To the contrary, he was the model of transparency, humility and diligence. … Continue reading –>
[Thought questions for Behind the Mask March 3, 1015] 1. Introduction. Can people exalt themselves? Isn’t the approval of the other people needed for exaltation to happen? But what about Satan? Did he win a heavenly election? And don’t all of us, at times anyway, wish we could have more honor than life deals us? Stay tuned to see what … Continue reading –>
Key Thought : Moral situations that humans face do not change over the years. The book of Proverbs is an ethical textbook that fits our situations today. [Lesson plan for Behind the Mask March 2, 2015] 1. Have a volunteer read Proverbs 25:2-7. a. Ask class members to share a thought on what the most important … Continue reading –>
Introduction. Are you comfortable with the idea that some of the proverbs in the Bible reflect sayings of the heathen? If not, why not? If the truth espoused by the ancient Egyptians corresponds with truth followed by Christians, should we not embrace that truth as well? [Thought questions for Words of Truth February 24, 2015] 1. … Continue reading –>
Key Thought : Truth is the surest and the simplest way to live one’s life. God recognizes and blesses those who live truthfully. [Lesson Plan for Words of Truth February 23, 2015] 1. Have a volunteer read Proverbs 22:16-18. a. Ask class members to share a thought on what the most important point in this text … Continue reading –>
“Most men will proclaim each his own goodness, but who can find a faithful man?” Proverbs 20:6 The answer? God can. Even the wisest among us can misjudge the character and potential of an individual. Although we are all equally loved with a love that spared nothing to redeem us, we each have our own … Continue reading –>
[Thought questions for Words of Wisdom February 17, 2015] 1. Products of our environment. Have you ever known a devoted, Christian family who adopted a child from a disruptive family? Did they believe they could overcome the errors of the youngster’s birth parents by firmly planting their feet in a Christian environment? Why doesn’t it always work out that … Continue reading –>
