By Michael C. Mack 1. Give an example of compassion you’ve seen lately. Or describe an example of someone who has given comfort to you. Read 2 Corinthians 1:3-11. 2. How did Paul describe God? Why do you think Paul chose those particular words? 3. Paul described what might be called […]
By Betty B. Gray Susie and Janie, 5-year-old playmates, lived next door to each other and spent many hours together. One day Janie spent the afternoon playing at Susie’s house. When it was time for Janie to come home, her mother called and asked Susie’s mother to please send her daughter home. Susie’s mother […]
By Melissa Wuske Last year my church started using small group discussion occasionally during Sunday morning worship. Over time it became clear that people had varying views on this format. Some loved it. Others were reluctant to even come to church if they knew there’d be small groups: the interpersonal anxiety was too much […]
By Michael C. Mack 1. Have you ever been in a situation where you did not understand what was being said? How did that feel? What did you do? Read 1 Corinthians 14:13-26. 2. What was Paul’s primary concern in this passage? (See vv. 5, 12, 17, 26.) 3. Why is it critical that […]
By David Faust Unchecked ambition is an ugly trait. It makes people pushy and self-promoting. Ruthless politicians will do anything for votes. Unscrupulous salespeople will say anything to close a deal. Hollywood promoters scramble shamelessly to get their clients in front of the cameras. Properly directed, however, ambition can be good. The apostle Paul […]
