by John M. Fuller “Begin with the End in Mind” is one of author Steven Covey’s Seven Habits of Highly Effective People, but originally the lesson is straight from this text. It’s been said, “If you don’t know where you’re going, how will you know when you get there?” All we need to know to worship […]
by Sam E. Stone This week’s topic concludes the unit, “Reasons for Praise.” We have been reminded to “remember Christ” and “remember the warnings” (of Scripture) as we “praise the Lord” and “go and tell.” In the following weeks we will look at John’s vision of worship (in the book of Revelation). Paul’s epistle to […]
by Dan Lentz 1. When was the last time you were really scared (examples: auto accident, scary movie, prior to a big presentation)? Describe the situation. Read Matthew 28. 2. Relief from fear is mentioned throughout the Bible. Even in this passage, the angel said to the women, “Do not be afraid.” When facing fearful […]
by John M. Fuller “He is risen!” “He is risen, indeed!” is reported as a standard greeting of the early church. Go and tell it! He has risen from the dead. He has conquered death. Hallelujah! During the Christmas season we sing “Go, tell it on the mountain.” The third verse of the song says, […]
by Sam E. Stone The death, burial and resurrection of Christ are the heart of the gospel message (1 Corinthians 15:3, 4). Christians find ample reasons for their faith in the resurrection. The Angel’s Message/Matthew 28:1-7 The Jewish Sabbath ended at sundown on Saturday evening. Then the women could bring spices to anoint Christ’s body. […]
