Duped in Ukraine By Andrew McChesney, Adventist Mission A Seventh-day Adventist deacon never expected to be duped by a mother and her teenage son whom he invited into his home after they fled conflict in eastern Ukraine. But he has no regrets. “We acted with sincere hearts for God, and we will let God act … Continue reading –>
Further Thought: In the context of Isaiah 1:4, Ellen White wrote: “The professed people of God had separated from God, and had lost their wisdom and perverted their understanding. They could not see afar off; for they had forgotten that they had been purged from their old sins. They moved restlessly and uncertainly under darkness, seeking … Continue reading –>
(Isa. 5:1-7) Read the song in the above verses. (Isaiah 5:1-7) What is the meaning of this parable? God explains the meaning of the parable only at the end, in verse 7. By using a parable, He helps the people to look at themselves objectively in order to admit their true condition. God effectively used this … Continue reading –>
(Isa. 1:19-31) Read Isaiah 1:19-31. What theme appears here that is seen all through the Bible? Notice the logical structure in Isaiah 1.19-20: If the people choose to be willing and obedient to God, they will eat the good of the land ( Isaiah 1.19-20). The choice is theirs. These verses, then, contain a conditional blessing and curse. Isaiah 1 reiterates … Continue reading –>
You can view an in-depth discussion of “Crisis of Identity” 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. (4)
Continue reading -->Read Isaiah 1:18. After going over it numerous times, write what you believe the Lord is saying here (read a few verses beyond it to get the whole context). God has stated powerful evidence that the Judeans, the accused, are guilty of breach of contract (Isa: 1:2-15), and He has appealed to them to reform ( Isaiah 1.16-17). … Continue reading –>
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Continue reading -->Welcome to the First Quarter of lesson study for 2021. Our memory verse gives us a number of hymns about our scarlet and crimson sins being made as white as snow: Hymn 184 – Jesus Paid It All, Hymn 279 – Only Trust Him, Hymn 296 – Lord, I’m Coming Home, Hymn 297 – God … Continue reading –>
Key Thought: We are accountable with our covenant with God. He points out our condition, warns us about destructive consequences of abandoning His protection, and urges us to allow Him to heal and cleanse them.January 2, 2020 A. Have a volunteer read Isaiah 1:1-9. Ask class members to share a thought on what the most … Continue reading –>
(Isa. 1:10-17) Read Isaiah 1:10. Why do you think he was using the imagery of Sodom and Gomorrah? What point was the Lord making? Read Isaiah 1:11-15. What is the Lord telling the people there? Why did the Lord reject the worship that His people were offering Him? The same hands that offered sacrifices and were lifted … Continue reading –>
