by Sam E. Stone The book of Proverbs does not read like many of the other Bible books. Because it is considered poetry, this form of wisdom literature often addresses a number of different topics in a single chapter—not necessarily following some orderly outline. We need not try to force the various words of advice […]
Making right choices – The Uniform Lesson for September 11
by Sam E. Stone Solomon presents instruction as a father to his son throughout the book of Proverbs (see 1:8, 10, 15; 2:1; 3:1, 11, 21). Chapter 4 begins, “Listen, my sons, to a father’s instruction; pay attention and gain understanding.” He then contrasts two possible ways to live. The way of wisdom is straight […]
Sunday School: It’s Still Relevant
by Kayleen Reusser Climbing the big steps to enter the brick building through heavy wooden doors was a big task each week, but I was up to it. What awaited me inside was worth the effort. As a 5-year-old, I attended Sunday school and church services regularly with my sister and parents at a church […]
Passing the Baton
by Karen Wingate After teaching children in the local church for more than 30 years, I have reached two conclusions. First, there’s never enough time to teach all I want to teach. Second, my students may not be ready to hear what I have to say on any particular day. A Type A personality, I […]
New order of things – The Uniform Lesson for May 22
by Sam E. Stone The closing chapters of the book of Revelation provide unsurpassed hope and encouragement for the faithful Christian. After all of life’s difficulties, everything is now perfect—and it will continue to be for all eternity. We will always be with God and he will always be with us. Revelation puts everything in […]
