Christian Doctrine: The Trinity Doctrine: Trinity B2 Theology proper C1 Trinity D1 One God = essence E1 Essence is the stuff God is made of. God is a spirit, not flesh. E2 Essence is explained by the example of water in a pitcher poured in separate glasses or the 3-petal leaf of a clover.…
Gifted to serve Theme: Spiritual Gifts Scriptures: 1 Corinthians 12 Objectives: (From the D6 Fusion Sunday School Lesson book) Know: Paul instructed the Corinthians that the Spirit gives each believer spiritual gifts to be used for God’s glory and the building of His kingdom. Think: I have the great privilege of using the spiritual…
Doctrine Short: Truth From time to time, I’ll publish a short post on doctrine from my book. Sometimes the formatting is not perfect, but I cannot correct it. Cheers. B1 Truth C1 Define D1 Theories E1 Correspondence = reality F1 Facts = a thing that exists or happened F2 Belief = acceptance of facts…
Putting Others First Theme: Body of Christ Scriptures: 1 Corinthians 11:17-34 Objectives: (From the D6 Fusion Sunday School Lesson book) Know: Divisions in the church in Corinth were demonstrated by the way they celebrated communion. Paul instructed the believers to unite around the sacrifice of Christ represented by the bread and cup. Think: Let…
Free to Love Theme: Freedom in Christ Scriptures: 1 Corinthians 8:1–9:23 Objectives: (From the D6 Fusion Sunday School Lesson book) Know: Christ has set us free to put other’s needs and well-being ahead of our own. Think: I consider other’s well-being as more important than my own desires. Do: Use my freedom in Christ…
The Kinsman Redeemer Theme: A picture of redemption Scriptures: Ruth 4:1-17 Objectives: (From the D6 Fusion Sunday School Lesson) Know: God had a plan for Naomi and Ruth’s redemption, and He has some for us as well. Think: Always be mindful that God provided redemption for me and for all people. Do: Worship and…
Future-Proof Faith Theme: Enduring in truth Scriptures: 2 Thessalonians 2:1-17 Objectives (From the D6 Fusion Sunday School lesson book) Know: False teachings had upset and alarmed the Thessalonian believers. Paul pointed them back to the truth and encouraged them to stand firm in the truth. Think: Christ’s triumph over evil gives me hope and…
Stay on Track Theme: Practical Christian Living Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-28 Objectives: Know: The Thessalonian Christians were new believers learning how to live for God. Paul gave them some practical advice we also can use to help us live for Christ. Think: Live with the mindset that God’s Word guides all we do. Do:…
He is Coming Theme: Waiting in faithfulness Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-5:11 Notes and questions: B1 Objectives (From the D6 Fusion Sunday School Lesson book) C1 Know: Christ will return to gather His saints. In that day, the wrath of the Lord will be unleashed upon the earth. Christians should be ready for His return.…
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…