By Mark Scott God made covenants regarding creation (rainbow), about days (Sabbath), in bodies (circumcision), and within the spiritual parts of bodies (heart)—all last month’s lessons. But he also made covenants with individuals (Abram and David) and with groups of people (ancient Israel and post-exilic Israel)—this month’s lessons. The God of the Bible loves to […]
Evaluation Questions for October 1, 2017
By David Faust These questions coordinate with Engage Your Faith and This Week with the Word. Sunday School Lesson Text: Genesis 15:1-6, 17-21 1. What phrase or sentence comes to mind that sums up your own life and your relationship with God? 2. What does faith mean to you? How do you define it? 3. […]
In The World—September 17, 2017
By Melissa Wuske Turkish Christian Kept from His Daughter Byram is a Christian who grew up as a Muslim in Turkey. Now, as a result of his faith, his wife won’t allow him to see their daughter. Byram came to faith as a student in the United States. On a visit back to Turkey with […]
Whispers in the Wind—Life Application for September 24, 2017
By David Faust Wind is commonplace. You barely give it a thought when a gentle summer breeze cools your skin, or when 20-mile-per-hour winds make a tall tree sway. Wind is powerful. Harness it and you can generate electricity and fly a kite, balloon, or plane. A calm breeze soothes our bodies and minds, while […]
Evaluation Questions for September 24, 2017
By David Faust These questions coordinate with Engage Your Faith and This Week with the Word. Sunday School Lesson Text: Ezekiel 36:22-32 1. Where, when, and how do you see the Spirit of God at work in your life and in the lives of others? 2. What do you think it means when Ezekiel says […]