Use one or both of these questions to introduce the lesson: 1. In international politics, the phrase “red line” refers to an action taken by a nation that requires other nations to treat it as an enemy. What examples of a political “red line” can you think of? What actions by a nation, in your […]
MONDAY Reading for Today: Luke 6:17-26 Philippians 3:10-14 Psalm 119:161-168 2 Kings 16–17 Psalm 119:161-168 I have a Bible that was printed in London, England in 1630, just 10 years after the Pilgrims set foot in America. Though yellowed with age, it was obviously treasured and carefully preserved. Undoubtedly, it was the only Bible for […]
Use one or both of these questions to introduce the lesson: 1. If you were a judge, what creative sentences would you give out to people convicted of the following crimes: spraying graffiti on public property, stealing a library book, bullying someone on social media? Why do you think your sentence is appropriate? 2. Most […]
MONDAY Reading for Today: Luke 5:1-11 Philippians 1:12-20 Psalm 119:113-120 2 Kings 4–5 2 Kings 4–5 Before Elijah left this world in a fiery chariot, Elisha requested a double portion of his mentor’s spirit. Whether he was simply asking to be Elijah’s successor or was seeking the power to accomplish more is not clear. Scripture […]
Use one or both of these questions to introduce the lesson: 1. What are some of your favorite cleaning products? How do you use them? Why do you prefer your brand over competing brands? 2. Consider these common phrases: airing your dirty laundry, having clean hands in a situation, speaking with a foul mouth, getting […]
