Read Matthew 4:8-9. What was Jesus’ third temptation in the wilderness? With pride and arrogance, Satan declared himself to be the rightful ruler of the world, the owner of all its riches and glory, claiming the honor and respect of all who live in it, as if he had created the world. What an insult to … Continue reading –>
In discussions about worship, we often highlight elements of worship, what it includes and how it is done. But what is the deep meaning of worship? What does it mean to worship God? And why do we do it? In Psalm 29:2, David states: “Give unto the LORD the glory due to His name; worship the … Continue reading –>
Read for This Week’s Study: Rev. 4:8, Rev. 4:11; Matt. 4:8-9; Dan. 3:8-18; Rev. 14:9; Rev. 14:6-7; Acts 4:23-31. Memory Text: “Then I saw another angel flying in the midst of heaven, having the everlasting Gospel to preach to those who dwell on the earth-to every nation, tribe, tongue, and people-saying with a loud voice, ‘Fear God and give glory to Him, for … Continue reading –>
By Andrew McChesney, Adventist Mission Seventh-day Adventist education is the path to people’s hearts in Bangladesh, church leaders said. “Our church in Bangladesh is basically schools”, said Milton Das, communication director for the Bangladesh Union Mission. “Education is the strongest medium to reach the people of Bangladesh. Where there is a church, there is a … Continue reading –>
Further Thought: Read the article “Forgiveness”, pages 825, 826, in The Ellen G. White Encyclopedia. “When the laborers have an abiding Christ in their own souls, when all selfishness is dead, when there is no rivalry, no strife for the supremacy, when oneness exists, when they sanctify themselves, so that love for one another is seen and felt, … Continue reading –>
Read Matthew 18:15-17. What three steps does Jesus give us to help us to resolve conflicts when we are wronged by another church member? How are we to apply these words in our contemporary situations? Jesus’ desire in giving the counsel of Matthew 18 is to keep interpersonal conflict within the church in as small a … Continue reading –>
A few years ago I was visiting family and friends in an Adventist University community. Several different family and friends attend several different Adventist churches in the area. Sabbath, I decided to join a particular friend at his church. The sermon was on how we are not to judge others. As I sat and listened … Continue reading –>
Key Thought: The Bible gives us examples of how we can have good and close relationships with others, even in a world of sin. December 8, 2018 1. Have a volunteer read Philemon 1:15-19. Ask class members to share a thought on what the most important point in this text is. What was the relationship … Continue reading –>
Strained relationships. Have you ever found yourself struggling with a strained relationship? Not getting along, with someone or several people you used to like but now it seems they just don’t seem to want to be your friend anymore? After you were converted to a life of friendship with God, did you sometimes find that … Continue reading –>
The hymn that asks the Lord to break down every idol or barrier to help us mend broken relationships is: Hymn 318, “Whiter Than Snow” To restore friendships (Sunday) we may sing: Hymn 480/481, “Dear Lord and Father of Mankind” along with Hymn 588, “Lord of All Nations”. We ask the Lord in: Hymn 193, “Savior, … Continue reading –>
What is forgiveness? Does forgiveness justify the behavior of someone who has horribly wronged us? Is my forgiveness dependent on the offender’s repentance? What if the one with whom I am upset does not deserve my forgiveness? How do the following passages help us to understand the biblical nature of forgiveness? Rom. 5:8-11; Luke 23:31-34; 2 Cor. 5:20-21; Eph. 4:26. … Continue reading –>
As we saw in an earlier lesson, the church at Corinth had deep problems. What principles does Paul outline in 1 Corinthians 3:5-11, 1 Corinthians 12:1-11, and 2 Corinthians 10:12-15 for healing and restoration, which are so vital to church unity? In these passages, the apostle outlines critical principles for church unity. He points out that Jesus uses different … Continue reading –>
