By David Faust Anger is only one letter away from danger. In the age of road rage and rancorous political debates, how should we handle our anger? Squash it like a bug? Fear it like a snake? Spray it like a skunk? If we suppress anger, it boomerangs back and leads to depression. If we […]
Forgiving Love—The Uniform Lesson for May 21, 2017
By Mark Scott God’s forgiving love was in place for Nineveh but also for Jonah himself. The God of the Bible is the God of the second chance, and Jonah got his. The word of the Lord came to Jonah a second time. Even though Jonah was a reluctant prophet who did not have forgiving […]
Is It Time for Some Sackcloth?—Life Application for May 21, 2017
By David Faust The Bible stirs my imagination and piques my curiosity. After three days inside the great fish, did Jonah ever eat seafood again? I’m guessing probably not. Here are some other questions Jonah 3 brings to mind: Do we appreciate the do overs God grants? “The word of the Lord came to Jonah […]
Evaluation Questions for May 21, 2017
By David Faust These questions coordinate with Engage Your Faith and This Week with the Word. Sunday School Lesson Text: Jonah 3 1. Are you praying for revival to come to your city or town? 2. How might the Lord use you to bring about such a revival? 3. Have you ever seen someone you […]
Evaluation Questions for May 14, 2017
By David Faust These questions coordinate with Engage Your Faith and This Week with the Word. Sunday School Lesson Text: Jonah 2 1. Where and when do you pray most earnestly and effectively? Why do you think this is the case? 2. What circumstances are currently making you feel stuck? 3. Do you see yourself […]