Read Hebrews 2:10, Hebrews 2:17-18, and Hebrews 5:8-9 . What was the function of suffering in Jesus’ life? The apostle says that God made Jesus “perfect through sufferings.” This expression is surprising. The author has said that Jesus is “the radiance of the glory of God and the exact imprint of his nature” (Hebrews 1:3, ESV) and that He is sinless, spotless, … Continue reading –>
Hebrews says that Jesus adopted our human nature so that He could represent us and could die for us (Hebrews 2:9, Hebrews 2:14-16; Hebrews 10:5-10). Here is the foundation of the plan of salvation and our only hope for eternal life. Read Matthew 16:17, Galatians 1:16, 1 Corinthians 15:50, and Ephesians 6:12. To what deficiencies of human nature do these passages relate … Continue reading –>
Hebrews says that Jesus was not ashamed to call us His brethren (Hebrews 2:11). Despite being one with God, Jesus embraced us as part of His family. This solidarity contrasts with the public shaming that the readers of Hebrews suffered in their communities (Hebrews 10:33). Read Hebrews 11:24-26. In what way do Moses’ decisions exemplify what Jesus did … Continue reading –>
The titles of the thirteen Sabbaths of study this quarter give us two hymns to use as the themes: Hymn 593 – In Times Like These and Hymn 177 – Jesus, Your Blood and Righteousness. “Jesus, Our Faithful Brother”, the title for this weeks’ lesson immediately brings us our first Hymn 602 – O Brother, Be … Continue reading –>
Read Leviticus 25:25-27, Leviticus 25:47-49. Who could redeem a person who had lost his property or his liberty because of poverty? The law of Moses stipulated that when a person was so poor that he had to sell his property — or even himself — in order to survive, he would receive that property or his liberty … Continue reading –>
Sabbath Afternoon, Read for This Week’s Study: Leviticus 25:25–27; Hebrews 2:14–16; Hebrews 11:24–26; 1 Corinthians 15:50; Hebrews 5:8-9, ; Hebrews 12:1–4. Memory Text: “Inasmuch then as the children have partaken of flesh and blood, He Himself likewise shared in the same, that through death He might destroy him who had the power of death, that is the devil” (Hebrews 2:14, NKJV). Hebrews 1 talks … 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. (3)
Continue reading -->Drinking With Villagers By Koo Mingji The villagers in rural northern Taiwan didn’t seem interested in Bible studies. Many worshiped at one of the two Christian churches in the village, while others spent their time drinking alcohol. The churchgoers shunned the drinkers. What could I do? I resolved to follow Jesus’ example and befriend the … Continue reading –>
Further Thought: The coming of Jesus to this earth as the Son of God fulfilled several functions at the same time. In the first place, as the Divine Son of God, Jesus came to reveal the Father to us. Through His actions and words, Jesus showed us what the Father really is like and why … Continue reading –>
p>This video is produced by the South Pacific Division Discipleship team. Lesson 3 – The Promised Son from SPD Discipleship on Vimeo. (5)
Continue reading -->You can view an in-depth discussion of The Promised Son 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. (3)
Continue reading -->Key Thought: God promised Adam and Eve a son who would deliver them from the enemy, recover the inheritance that they lost, and fulfill the promise for which they were created. January 15, 2022 1. Have a volunteer read Hebrews 1:1-4. Ask class members to share a short thought on what the most important point … Continue reading –>
