MONDAY Reading for Today:Luke 6:17-26 Philippians 3:10-14 Psalm 119:161-168 2 Kings 16–17 2 Kings 16–17God’s patience is amazing. The northern kingdom of Israel lasted for just over 200 years and the entire time God’s preeminence was sorely compromised. The noise of idolatry, child sacrifice, and witchcraft drowned out God’s clarion call to repentance. For two […]
Use one or both of these questions to introduce the lesson: 1. What is it like to watch someone suffer courageously or battle fearlessly (some examples: a cancer diagnosis, the death of a child, or a situation against all odds)? 2. What impact has it had on you or someone you know to witness steadfast […]
MONDAY Reading for Today:Luke 5:1-11 Philippians 1:12-20 Psalm 119:113-120 2 Kings 4–5 2 Kings 4–5I’ve seen the Jordan River—it’s muddy. It’s easy to understand Naaman’s objection to dipping in it, but he totally missed God’s point. The point had nothing to do with the Jordan River’s superiority to the rivers of Damascus. The point wasn’t […]
Use one or both of these questions to introduce the lesson: 1. Military movies like Unbroken (2018), Hacksaw Ridge (2016), Saving Private Ryan (1998), and Braveheart (1995) depict fierce, bloody battles and thrilling acts of courage displayed by soldiers and warriors who stood bravely opposed to their enemy. Share your favorite battle scenes from any […]
MONDAY Reading for Today:Luke 3:1-20 Ephesians 4:25-32 Psalm 119:65-72 1 Kings 13–14 Ephesians 4:25-32It’s not a sin to be angry. Jesus was angry, after all. Anger, in and of itself, isn’t wrong. It’s a natural emotion. What anger can do if you’re not careful, though, is lead you into sin. If left unchecked, anger can […]
