By Shawn McMullen Imagine leading an army into battle against a powerful enemy—an enemy you could never overcome. Even as you face certain defeat, your deepest desire is to impede your opponent’s progress as forcefully as you can for as long as you can. We’ve just described the purpose and work of Satan in the world. […]
Where You Live for October 30
By Dan Lentz 1. Share with the group three activities you love to do—activities you do because you feel happy when you do them. Read Matthew 5:1-12. 2. Review the character traits and attitudes mentioned in these verses: • Poverty of spirit • Mourning • Meekness • Hungering and thirsting for righteousness […]
Seeking true happiness – The Uniform Lesson for October 30
By Sam E. Stone For the next five weeks we will see how “Jesus Teaches Wisdom” from Matthew 5–6. The lessons come from our Lord’s famous “Sermon on the Mount.” It was delivered early in his earthly ministry. The message begins with what are called “The Beatitudes.” (The name comes from the Latin word beati, […]
The Lesson and Life for October 30
By Bob Stacy I sat alone on a camp bench thinking about the sermon I would preach that evening. An hour before I had spoken to the youth about the joy of the life of Christ. As I sat there deep in thought, one of the campers approached me and said, “Smile, Mr. Stacy. That’s […]
Praying together as a couple
My husband and I talked with our minister who encouraged us to begin praying together. We were too embarrassed to ask how to do this, so we’re asking you for guidance. Like all communication, prayer is a vital link that gives meaning to a person’s life and relationships. Couple prayer has been the […]
