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,…
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 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…
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…
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…
Exalted, yet humble Theme: The humble king Scriptures: Matthew 21:1-11 Objectives: C1 Know: The Bible teaches Christ’s humanity and His divinity. C2 Think: Live with the assurance that my Lord and King is accessible to me. C3 Do: Exalt Christ as God, but also associate with Him as a respected friend. …
About Forgiveness. Forgiving that evil person Often when I encourage others (and myself), I ask them if they have forgiven that person. The most frequent reply is, “I can (or will not) forgive what they have done to me.” I then explain that forgiveness doesn’t mean that person gets away with their evil deed.…
Serious Business Theme: Covenant Faith Objectives (from the D6 Fusion SSL guide): Know: From the days of Abraham, God provided for and fought for the Israelite people. In response, Joshua led the people to make a covenant with God to serve Him and obey His decrees and laws. Think: Cultivate a great appreciation for…
A Different Way of Doing Things Theme: Obedient Faith Scripture: Joshua 6:1-27 Notes and questions: B1 Background and situation C1 Summary: http://www.preceptaustin.org/joshua_commentaries C2 In the book of Joshua we see God fulfilling His promise to Israel. They did receive the land that was promised to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. God fulfills His promises. C3…