Those who profit from bad ideas aren't likely to embrace truth quickly
Category: Sunday School Lessons
Articles based on lessons prepared for teaching Sunday School. Many of these were based on text suggested by standard lesson plans (as cited), but there typically proves to be much more to find in a given section of the word of God than only a single lesson!
Welcome to Ephesus
In Acts 19, the city of Ephesus is privileged to hear good news about Jesus
Fulfilment, Forgiveness, and Freedom
The good news about Jesus is still fresh and new to those who have not yet heard it, especially those who are still trying to "earn" their way back to God
The Core of the Good News
The good news about Jesus Christ should always remain centered on Him
Punishment and Purpose
When God's power breaks out against those who oppose Him, it's not just about "winning"
Traversing a Region
There are times when we may need to leave our "home port" in order to follow the leading of the Holy Spirit
Not Just a Good Idea, but God’s Idea
True success doesn't come from mere human smarts
A Happy Ending
Perhaps our happy endings don't have to end
Sadness in Joppa
The Bible doesn't hide the grief felt by those whose lives it recounts
What is “In Jesus’ Name”?
The phrase "In Jesus' Name" may be used a lot, but do we understand what it means?
Multiple Ways to Testify
Whether we are a helper or "helpee", we can testify to the person and power of Jesus Christ
The Battle Ebbs and Flows
Fighting the battle between following the God's direction and our own selfish desires is not easy, nor is it won in a day
Correction vs. Condemnation
When someone sins, pointing out their error shouldn't be the end of the story
The Wrong Power Source
Results achieved with the wrong fuel or power source may not be as good as they seem
The Good News Produces Good Results
When we share the good news about Jesus - the real truth about Him - we should generally expect good results in the lives of others around us
Moved Out to Spread Out
Sometimes, a disruption to our routine is intentional
Sacred and Sensible Service
Within the church, spiritual service is successful when seeking (and following) God's wisdom
On the Same Team, but Not All the Same
In the church, people are different, but each one is important
What If Someone is Different?
The body of Christ was intended to include "every nation, tribe, people and language" (Revelation 7:9 NIV)
Not Like Me
Do our congregations have internal separations? If so, they would not be the first...but perhaps they should be the last
Those Who Sin Differently 