By Shawn McMullen Purity isn’t a particularly strong word in the English language. It evokes thoughts of innocence, simplicity, perhaps even naivety. But from a biblical perspective, purity is a powerful word—and a powerful force in a person’s life. King David, a fearsome warrior and skilled leader, understood the power of purity. He sought it […]
Where You Live — for October 21, 2012
By Dan Lentz 1. Distribute pieces of paper and ask group members to list as many organized professional, club, sport, and group activities they can think of that they have participated in during their lifetime (some examples are band, 4-H, labor union, sports team, Rotary club, ladies Bible study, PTO, and so on). When […]
Simon wants to buy power–The Uniform Lesson for October 21, 2012
By Sam E. Stone The church of Jesus Christ began in Jerusalem (Acts 2), but it did not stay there. Just as Jesus had directed, the early believers moved out of the city, bearing witness to their faith “in all Judea and Samaria” as well (Acts 1:8). Today’s text focuses on the ministry of […]
Nothing ventured, nothing gained– Ecclesiastes 10, 11
By David Faust Christianity is known for its nouns: cross, Bible, grace, church. But to go deeper in our faith, we can’t forget the verbs: serve, love, give, go, seek, forgive, ask, teach, trust. There is no book of “Passivity” in the Bible, but there is one called “Acts.” Follow Christ, and you’ll never lack […]
The Lesson and Life — for October 21, 2012
By Sheila S. Hudson My husband, Tim, is an expert on the occult. People who once practiced the black arts (witchcraft, Satanism, and the like) confessed that the major attraction is attaining prosperity, prestige, and power. When these souls are converted, they realize no amount of money, fame, or control will grant peace, […]
