“Have You Considered My Servant Job?”

Text: Job 1:8 The book of Job describes the sufferings of a righteous man. His friends tried to convince him that he was suffering because he had sinned, but Job maintained his innocence. This lesson examines what God said about Job. Hopefully, He could say the same about us. Servant of God God called Job, “My […]

Strengthened According to God’s Word

Text: Psalm 119:25-32 Fourth stanza of Psalm 119 – This lesson focuses on how God’s word is our source of strength, particularly when we are dealing with difficult circumstances in life. During such times, we must turn to God’s word to find the strength that we need. God’s Word Provides Strength in Times of Grief (v. […]

Euphemisms for Death

Text: Ecclesiastes 7:1-2 The Bible uses several expressions (euphemisms) for death. A euphemism is a milder word/phrase used in place of a stronger one. The euphemisms for death used in the Bible teach us some lessons. We would do well to take them to heart. Going the Way of All the Earth (1 Kings 2:1-2) […]

Concerning This Issue

Text: Acts 15:1-2 The first major controversy in the church was over the topic of circumcision. Paul and Barnabas traveled from Antioch to Jerusalem to discuss the issue with the brethren there. Today questions may arise about what a congregation should do, what has been authorized, etc. We can approach questions in the same way […]

“I Am a Stranger in the Earth”

Text: Psalm 119:17-24 Third stanza of Psalm 119 – This lesson considers how God’s word provides companionship for us. People value friendships, family relationships, being part of a community, etc. But often, we will be strangers, alone, outcasts, etc. God’s word provides comfort and guidance for us when we feel as the psalmist did – […]

Begging Jesus to Leave

Text: Mark 5:1-20 Three times in our text, an individual or group begs/implores Jesus to leave – each one is for a different reason. There are lessons we can learn from each one of these. The Demons Begged Jesus to Let Them Leave and Enter the Swine (Mark 5:11-13) Shows Jesus’ power over the demons […]

Ask for the Ancient Paths

Text: Jeremiah 6:16 Jeremiah received a warning from God to deliver to the people: Jerusalem was going to be punished for their sin. A final call was made for them to return, but they refused. The Scriptures teach that it is possible for God’s people to fall away today. How does this happen? And how can […]