By Josh Cadwell Whenever we obey commands from God, we normally view it as a gift back to God. Especially if the penalty of breaking that command is punishable by death. But what if obeying God’s commands did something else? A New Way of Thinking In the Old Testament God’s Word was clear: “Remember the […]
What if You Couldn’t?—Daniel 1–6
By David Faust A friend in our church has been battling cancer, so he and his wife met with the elders for prayer. It was a tearful but inspiring scene as the elders gathered around, laid hands on the couple in a gesture of support, and prayed for their physical and spiritual health. My friend […]
The Lesson and Life for November 29, 2015
By Ashlea Massie Paul was a man led by God. He went from town to town, preaching the gospel to the lost. As seen in today’s passage, Paul never went wherever he pleased. He never said of one place, “This seems like a great place to visit—I will go there next to preach because I […]
Teaching God’s Word—The Uniform Lesson for November 29, 2015
By Dr. Mark Scott Our lesson title is taken from verse 11 of our text: So Paul stayed in Corinth for a year and a half, teaching them the word of God. The content was not Bible exposition as much as gospel announcement. Could teaching the gospel reverse an immoral city like Corinth? Paul thought […]
Where you Live—Questions and Activities for Small Groups for November 29, 2015
By Michael C. Mack What is the best team you’ve ever been a part of? What made it so great? How did they encourage you? How did they partner to accomplish more than any one person alone? How did they help you face difficulties? Read Acts 18:1-11, 18-21a. Who were some of Paul’s partners in […]
