Christian Living

  • Honoring God with Our Treasure

    The Lure of Materialism Theme: Honoring God with Our Treasure Scriptures: Deuteronomy 8:10-18 Colossians 3:1-5 1 John 2:15-16 Luke 12:13-34 1 Timothy 6:6-10 Matthew 6:24-33 Notes and questions: B1 Objectives: (from the D6 Fusion Sunday School lesson book) C1 Know: We are to worship and honor God before investing in our own pleasure and…

  • The Problem of Idolatry

    Objects of Worship Theme: The Problem of Idolatry Scriptures: Deuteronomy 5:7-9 1 John 5:19-21 1 Corinthians 10:14 Colossians 3:1-5 Notes and questions B1 Objectives: (From the Fusion D6 Sunday School Lesson book) C1 Know: God gives us all things to enjoy, but we must avoid allowing anything other than God to become an object…

  • Walking in Godliness

    Pleasing God Theme: Walking in Godliness Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12 Objectives (from the D6 Fusion Sunday School Lesson Book) Know: Paul instructed the Thessalonians to be a contrast to their self-serving sinful culture by living godly lives. Think: Be so focused on pleasing God that it guides everything I do. Do: Seek to please…

  • God can use flawed people

    Destructive Patterns Theme: God can use flawed people Scriptures: Judges 16:1-31 Objectives: (From the D6 Fusion lesson book) Know: Samson’s patterns of sin and lust led to the Spirit leaving him, taking away his strength. God later used Samson again when he cried out to God. Think: Maintain a mindset of humble obedience and…

  • Trusting God’s Power

    When less is more Theme: Trusting God’s Power Scripture: Judges 7:1-23 Objectives: (from the D6 Fusion Sunday school lesson) Know: God used Gideon and 300 men to miraculously defeat a vast Midianite led army. Think: Be so mindful of God’s power that I confidently move forward when He leads. Do: Step out in faith,…

  • Trusting God’s Plan

    Trust and Obey Theme: Trusting God’s Plan Scriptures: Judges 4:1-16 Objectives (from the D6 Fusion Sunday School Lesson book) Know: Deborah the prophetess instructed Barak to lead an army against Sisera and the superior Canaanite army. God gave Barak victory. Think: Live with the assurance that God will show Himself and His power through…

  • The cost of disobedience

    The Downward Spiral Theme: The cost of disobedience Scriptures: Judges 2:1-23 Objectives (from the D6 Fusion lesson book) Know: The Israelites failed to fully obey God’s commands, which led to a downward cycle of idolatry and disobedience. Think: Be conscious of my tendency toward disobedience and keep my focus on Christ. Do: Fully obey…

  • God’s Design is Best

    God’s Design Scriptures: Matthew 19:4-6 and Genesis 2:18 Objectives: C1 Know: The Scripture clearly describes God’s design for gender, intimacy, and marriage. Violating His design leads to various detrimental consequences. C2 Think: Make a conscious effort to view gender, intimacy, and marriage issues through the lens of God’s Word. C3 Do: Model well the…

  • Biblical Purity

    Embracing purity Theme: Biblical Purity Scriptures: 1 Corinthians 6:12-20 and Romans 12:1-2 Objectives (from the D6 Sunday School Guide) Know: The Scriptures indicate that what the Christian does with his or her body involves Christ. Think: Be conscious that real intimacy is more spiritual than physical. Do: Flee from sexual sin and commit to…

  • Some Thoughts about Money

    Money Some people have too much money, some not enough, and some none. As Christians, we want to know God’s teaching on this. I found this site that may be helpful. I don’t invest at all, not here or anywhere except the Kingdom of God. But seek first God’s Kingdom, and his righteousness; and all…