Perhaps our happy endings don't have to end
A Happy Ending
Perhaps our happy endings don't have to end
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!
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
Awe vs. Fear
Getting to know an all-powerful, holy God is likely to trigger multiple feelings in us
Why Give? Why Not Give?
Perhaps our reasons for giving should be considered as much as our excuses for not being generous
What To Do Next With What We Have
God doesn't necessarily instruct every follower of Jesus to do the exact same things with their material goods
Not Just One Thing
Human beings are amazing and exceptional creations of God. Let's take a look at a bit of that complexity
Not “Someone Else’s” Job
Being a part of the body of Christ is pretty much the opposite of being a spectator
Anywhere and Any Time
There should be no time constraints on sharing - and accepting - the good news about Jesus Christ
The Implications of Community
Being a healthy member of a community means more than just trying to get something out of it for ourselves
Those Who Sin Differently 