Theme: Standing firm in the faith. Objectives: Know: The last days are going to be awful times. The last days are today. Think: We need to be prepared to defend the faith by knowing the Bible, true doctrine, and are able to answer questions challenging our faith. Do: Study the Bible and its doctrine,…
Theme: Defending the faith Objectives: Know: The church leaders at Jerusalem confirmed that Gentiles did not have to be circumcised and keep the ceremonial Law of Moses in order to be saved. Think: Live with the understanding that salvation is by grace through faith for all people. Do: Defend the truth of the gospel,…
Theme: Spreading the Gospel Objectives: Know: Under the direction of the Spirit, the church at Antioch sent Paul and Barnabas to take the gospel to the Gentiles. Think: Be conscious that is has always been God’s plan that the gospel be taken to all people. Do: Share the gospel at every opportunity, realizing that…
There are many who claim to be prophet/prophetess, but are they? Here are some Bible verses that speak about that topic. There are also many other verses which talk about false prophets, but these are the main ones that address how to know if someone is true or false. I quote the verse and…
Theme: Faithful to the Gospel Objectives: Know: Stephen stayed true to Christ and the Gospel in the face of opposition. Think: Have the mindset that the Gospel should be proclaimed, even if it is offensive. Do: Seek to present the Gospel through your words and lifestyle. Scripture: Acts 6:8-15 and Acts 7:51-60 Notes and…
Theme: God provides for His people Objectives: Know: God arranged events that promoted Joseph to a prominent position in Egypt to provide a way for Israel and his descendants to survive the famine. Think: Be constantly aware that God provides for His people on His terms, sometimes in ways we would never expect. Do:…
When dealing with narcissists, psychopaths, and various types of abusers, it is important to know truth. The false truth that they spout is to be recognized and resisted. The abused must leave. In this short piece, some good advice is given. Can Abusers Change? To say that abusers cannot change removes responsibility for sin. They can…
When People Drive You Crazy Theme: Loving Problem People Objectives Know: The Scriptures indicate that the marks of a Christian include the ability to deal effectively with problem people. Think: Our daily interactions with others should be guided by the mindset that we are all problem people in need of a Savior. Do: Follow…
Breaking down barriers Theme: No room for Racism Objectives: Know: Scripture teaches us that God does not play favorites. He desires that all people come to know Him. Think: Live with the mindset that all people are created in the image of God and His offer of grace is without restrictions. Do: See all…
Supernatural Power for Living Theme: Living in the Spirit Objectives: Know: The Holy Spirit works in people’s lives, both saved and lost, to accomplish God’s purposes. Think: Live each day with the awareness that the Holy Spirit gives us what we need to live for God in a secular culture. Do: Depend on the…