By David Faust Philip went to Samaria and preached the gospel. Crowds gathered, miracles occurred, “there was great joy in that city,” and many “were baptized, both men and women” (Acts 8:5-12). What exciting times! However, Luke spends only a few verses telling about the city’s transformation, while he devotes nearly half of Acts 8 […]
Evaluation Questions for August 13, 2017
By David Faust These questions coordinate with Engage Your Faith and This Week with the Word. Sunday School Lesson Text Acts 8:26-39 1. With whose story do you personally relate more—Philip or the Ethiopian? Why? 2. Why do you think the Lord called Philip to leave a fruitful ministry in a Samaritan city and travel […]
Spread the Word—Life Application for August 6, 2017
By David Faust A popular new spicy chicken restaurant opened recently near my home, but I haven’t eaten there yet because it’s so busy I would have to wait too long for service. It reminds me of the time someone asked Yogi Berra if he wanted to eat dinner at a certain restaurant, and Yogi […]
Evaluation Questions for August 6, 2017
By David Faust These questions coordinate with Engage Your Faith and This Week with the Word. Sunday School Lesson Text: Acts 6:1-8 1. When you think about witnessing for the Lord, what immediately comes to your mind? 2. Do you feel excited about sharing your testimony for Christ? Why or why not? 3. What method […]
God’s Blunt Instruments—Life Application for July 30, 2017
By David Faust Do you listen carefully to those preflight safety talks on airplanes? Flight attendants inform us about serious matters: How should we react in emergencies? What if the cabin loses pressure or the plane is forced to land on water? While the flight attendants talk, most of the passengers read, talk, doze, and […]