Good things have been happening in the church over the last several decades. We’ve seen a surge in church plantings, we’ve watched as more and more mega and gigachurches dot the landscape, and we’ve heard encouraging accounts of kingdom growth (in the organized church and in underground house churches) in other countries. In other ways, […]
In this month of lessons, we have learned that God is “acknowledged” by the resurrection of Jesus (first two lessons), by the obedience of his followers (lesson three), and by heavenly worship (lessons four and five). Everything else pales in comparison to worship. It is a sin to make little what God has made big, […]
A friend of mine who owns a thriving business faced an unexpected crisis when a key employee resigned suddenly without warning, leaving his fellow employees holding the bag. Thankfully the staff team stepped up, everyone worked together to fill the gap, and things turned out well after all. Relieved and grateful, my friend explained, “I […]
Use one or both of these questions to introduce the lesson: 1. If you were to start a career today, what would be your dream job? What education, training, and experience would you need to be qualified for it? 2. Have you ever used a company like Home Advisor or Angie’s List to find a […]
John wrote in his Gospel that after the resurrection, Jesus appeared first to Mary Magdalene and then to the rest of the disciples, except for Thomas. A week later Thomas was with the twelve when Jesus appeared again. This time Jesus spoke directly to Thomas: “Put your finger here; see my hands. Reach out your […]
