By Michael C. Mack 1. What popular person, if he or she were coming to your town, would you go to see? If obstacles prevented you from seeing that person, how hard would you work to overcome those obstacles? Read Luke 19:1-10. 2. What kind of reputation did Zacchaeus have and how did people probably […]
Devotional thoughts on Luke 19:1-10 By Jen Dunning Have you ever been surprised by something that turned out to be a great gift? I asked some friends to share how God had provided unexpected joy. Their responses were humbling. Stories abounded: • Infertility led to the adoption of a child, which provided more joy than ever […]
By Jamie Shafer From the start of our conversation, Dr. Yooson Kim readily acknowledges that fear and dentistry tend to go hand in hand. WebMD reports that up to 20 percent of people avoid going to the dentist due to fear or anxiety. “No one likes coming to a dental office,” she shared. “They will […]
Devotional thoughts on Luke 18:15-17; Mark 10:16 By Jen Dunning Children have amazing faith and trust. The little boy who wants to be pushed higher on the swing because he knows Mommy won’t let him fall. A little girl who jumps into the pool without hesitation toward her Daddy because she knows she is safe […]
By Michael C. Mack 1. On a scale of 1-5 (1—not at all; 5—very much) how much would you enjoy working in the church nursery for a year? Explain your response. Read Luke 18:15-17; Mark 10:16. 2. Why would Jesus’ disciples feel the need to be his gatekeepers? (See also Matthew 14:15 and 15:21-23 for […]
