If we've kept secrets about our bad choices hidden, is it too late to get them out and start healing?
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!
Leading vs. Dragging
Out of love for others, are there ways to lead them to the right conclusion about the harm that their choices are doing, rather than just a lecture?
When “You’re the Man” Isn’t a Good Thing
What allows us to be associated with good examples in teaching illustrations, rather than the villain?
The Setup of a Good Story
Sometimes, a good illustration makes a key point in the hearers' mind, without needing to spell out the conclusion.
Reminders – for us and for God
Do you ever remind God about His promises to you?
The Choice to Succeed
What if success is just a matter of participating in the right plan?
Why Me?
Do you ever ask God, "Why me?" David did, but he wasn't complaining.
The Promise of Prosperity for Posterity
By faith, we can celebrate blessings from God that aren't even for ourselves, and whose outcomes we won't get to experience here on earth.
Try Not to Underestimate God
If we don't think that we will amount to much, is that a reflection on ourselves, or our opinion of what God can do with our lives?
The Truth, the Whole Truth, and Nothing but the Truth
Sometimes, an abridged version of an important message just won't get the job done.
Preparing for God’s Presence
Are we prepared for God’s presence?
Proclaiming Reminders
Would we be willing to stand and proclaim our experiences with God, both to Him and to anyone else who would hear?
An Object of Remembrance
While we can't bring God to ourselves, how big of a deal is it to us that He made His presence available to us?
The City of Reminders
What can the result of years of waiting teach us about being patient for requests that seem to take forever?
It’s Just Not Going to Work
Are you trying to fit Jesus' teachings into some other worldview? That's going to be a challenge.
When to Not Fast
While many people of faith might not fast often enough for their spiritual health, are there times when it isn't necessary?
Mercy vs. Religious Ritual
Do we sometimes just repeat the same actions over and over again?
Two Kinds of Attention
Want to get more attention? Be careful what you wish for!
Feeling Like an Outcast?
What does Jesus choice of disciples and dinner guests have to say to those of us who don't feel likely to be invited to become either of those things?
What Do We Do After We’re Healed?
When we - or loved ones - are sick, we think a lot about healing. What do we do after we are healed, though?
Those Who Sin Differently 