Week 31 Study |
Enough of Differences!

James S. Stewart, the great preacher from Scotland, asked the question about what could explain the strange union of the twelve disciples (e.g. Matthew going hand-in-hand with Simon the Zealot). His answer, “They had each found Jesus” (The Life and Teaching of Jesus Christ). All kinds of differences disappear when Christ is all, and is […]

Week 31
Study Questions

Use one or both of these questions to introduce the lesson. 1. How do you handle people who are from different backgrounds or cultures than you? Do you welcome outsiders and strangers into your circle of friends? 2. What does unity mean to you? Consider synonyms like harmony, balance, symphony, and proportion, and antonyms like […]

Week 31 Mission |
One In Christ

As the flames disappeared atop Notre Dame Cathedral, questions and arguments flickered to life. “Can this grand old building be saved—should it be rebuilt?” “Are there people living today with the skill to recreate Notre Dame?” “Can we afford to start over?” “If we reconstruct Notre Dame, shouldn’t it look more contemporary, more relevant?” Thought-provoking […]