By Sam E. Stone This second letter from the apostle Peter to the churches (see 3:1) was probably written around AD 67, not long before his death. Some consider it his “last will and testament.” Knowing what awaited him (John 21:18, 19), he was more concerned about the needs of other Christians than his […]
The Lesson and Life — for May 12, 2013
By Joni Wood Hope seems elusive here on earth. In this life we hope for many things. We hope to lose weight, to find a job, to marry the right person, to enjoy a great vacation, or to get an A on an exam. The list could go on and on. We spend hours […]
Where You Live — for May 12, 2013
By Dan Lentz 1. Would you say you have a good memory, or a poor memory? What tips and tricks do you use to help you remember things? Read 2 Peter 1:2-15, 20, 21. 2. As a group, try memorizing 2 Peter 1:5-8 together. One idea for group memorization: Write the words […]
‘Not so with you’– Mark 10:35-45
By David Faust “It’s what Italians do,” he says when you dine at his home and he stuffs you with stuffed clams, pasta, and chicken cacciatore. His name is Modesto Sarno, but friends call him by his nickname, “Buddy.” He’s known to hundreds as, “Uncle Buddy.” Buddy met Evelyn, the girl who eventually became […]
The Lesson and Life — for May 5, 2013
By Joni Wood A long time ago I read a Dear Abby column titled, “Welcome to Holland” by Emily Perl Kingsley. She wrote about the anticipation one experiences prior to the birth of a baby. She gave birth to a special needs child and compared her experience to traveling to Holland instead of Italy. […]