Text: Ecclesiastes 2:17-23 In the book of Ecclesiastes, the wise man spoke of the futility of life “under the sun.” One of the reasons he saw this as futile was that he would leave the fruit of his labor to someone else. The one receiving it could squander it or act foolishly with it. This […]
July 27, 2020
Things That Are More Valuable Than Gold
Text: Job 31:24-25, 28 There is a temptation to put our trust in wealth, especially when we face greater uncertainty than normal. For centuries, gold has been valued; and the Scriptures do not deny the value of it. However, we are not to put our trust in it. As Job said in our text, that would […]
February 20, 2017
Through Many Tribulations (Part 1: Loss)
Text: Acts 14:22 Paul and Barnabas encouraged the brethren to remain faithful to the Lord “through many tribulations” so they could reach the final reward of heaven. The kinds of tribulations that we may face could be unique to Christians or common to all people. Any of these tribulations could potentially derail our faith and […]
April 21, 2014
Stagnant in Spirit
Text: Zephaniah 1:12-13 This prophecy of judgment was against those who were “stagnant in spirit,” or “settled in complacency” (NKJV). In this lesson, we will consider how these people were “stagnant in spirit” so that we might not be the same. Why Complacency is a Threat to God’s People Keeps us focused on the here […]
April 22, 2008
Pride Goes Before Destruction
Text: Proverbs 16:18 Notice the example of Uzziah in 2 Chronicles 26 Why pride is a problem – v. 16 What made Uzziah proud Wealth – v. 4,8 Accomplishments – v. 6-10 Power – v. 11-15 With all these things came fame – v. 8,15 There is a proper way to handle these things – […]
