Often the excuse for some sin is “I was raised that way,” or “I can’t help it, because I was abused.” Now abuse is horrible and has no excuse, but for an abuser or any other sin that cannot be an excuse. Here is an excellent article by Pastor Jeff Crippen. It is addressed…
Theme: How does prayer work? Objectives: Know: Prayer is an amazing God-given privilege we should exercise often. Think: Maintain an attitude of prayer in assurance that God hears and will answer. Do: Follow the biblical guidelines for prayer and make it a priority in Christian living. Scriptures: Matthew 7:7-11 Romans 8:26-27 Ephesians 6:18 Jude…
Theme: God met the needs of His people Objectives: Know: God met the needs of the Israelites when He provided bread from heaven and water from the rock. Think: Have the mindset that you are under the constant, attentive care of your heavenly Father. Do: Thank God for His provision and obey His Word…
He really makes a good point especially the point that we are to sing with and to each other to edify, not entertain. “Colossians 3:1616 Let the message about the Messiah dwell richly among you, teaching and admonishing one another in all wisdom, and singing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs, with gratitude in your…
Theme: God demonstrated His power Objectives Know: God parted the sea to deliver the children of Israel from the armies of Egypt. Think: Be at peace with the assurance that God is in control and will accomplish His plan. Do: Fight the urge to doubt God when faced with difficulty and uncertainty. Trust Him…
Theme: God executed His plan Objectives Know: God called Moses to free the children of Israel from the bondage of Egypt. Think: Live with an awareness that my purpose is to accomplish God’s mission. Do: Follow God’s direction as He executes His plan for your life. Scriptures; Exodus 3:3-22 Notes and questions: B1 Outline…
Theme: God raised up a deliverer Objectives Know: From birth, God was training Moses to be the deliverer of the Israelites from Egypt. Think: Be conscious of God’s intentional leading and presence in my life. Do: Use what you have learned and experienced to serve the Lord as He leads you. Scripture: Exodus 2:1-25…
Theme: Godly attitudes Objectives: Know: We are to patiently endure suffering, waiting for God’s deliverance. Think: View suffering as a temporary condition that will one day be done away with. Do: Patiently live for Christ, praying in all circumstances. Scriptures: James 5:7-20 Notes and questions: B1 Outline C1 Money James 5:1-6 C2 Patience James 5:7-12…
Family Theme: Godly Conduct Text: James 3:1-4:12 Objectives: Know: Godly conduct includes controlling our speech, living humbly and wisely, and submitting to God’s will. Think: Adopt the mindset of submitting to God and resisting the devil. Do: Submit to God’s will every day, resisting the devil’s temptations to sin. Notes and questions: B1Outline C1…
Scripture: James 2:14-26 Family Theme: Faith in action Objectives: Know: Genuine faith results in good works. Think: Constantly be aware that my lifestyle naturally demonstrates my faith. Do: Serve God and others because of what God has done for you. Notes and questions: B1 Outline C1 Favoritism is wrong James 2:1-13 C2 Faith and…