Sometimes, we have good things in mind to do, but we are setting about to take them on in the wrong order.
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!
Inferior Righteousness
If Jesus Christ calls His followers to a superior righteousness, what does the implied "inferior righteousness" look like?
Returner or Returnee?
When a relationship has been broken, there are responsibilities for both the offending party, and the one who was hurt.
Why Would We Need an Oath?
What causes us (or others) to feel the need to back up claims with an oath?
Definitely Not Fair
Are there cases where we should strive to make life "more unfair"?
“Both / And” and “More Than”
We want it all, but maybe we're overlooking a situation where we really need more.
How Many Can Hear?
We may have studied what Jesus taught, but let's look at how He taught it, too.
Too Much Light?
While we may worry about light pollution in the physical world, the spiritual condition of many people is extremely dark, and they need some light (along with some love).
Who’s Getting Blessed?, Part 2
Let's consider how we can relate our behavior and our blessings.
Who’s Getting Blessed?, Part 1
Maybe whether or not we are blessed isn't measured the way that we thought it was.
It’s OK to Ask
Sometimes, it's better to set our authority aside and just ask someone to do the right thing.
Opportunities to Do Good
God gives us the choice to do righteous or selfish things. Do we offer the same choice to others?
Salvation Is an Amazing Thing
Are there any "minimum holiness requirements" to accept God's salvation and new life in Jesus Christ?
Taking Care of Something Brand-New
Would you take something you just bought and destroy it? How about a second chance?
Humility for the Powerful
What good is access to the power of God if we don't use it as He intended?
Always in Training
Do you know of people (or have you been one of them) who have gotten out of shape during the pandemic? I know that some people used that opportunity to get out and go for walks, or to spend time at home exercising, but the "COVID 15" is a real thing for others. (For readers… Continue reading Always in Training
“It’s What I Use Myself”
Jesus never asks us to do what He wasn't willing to do Himself, and His followers can testify that there's no other leader like Him.
The Gift of Giving Things Up for Jesus
Are there blessings and opportunities that are worth any cost?
Why Did the Authors Need to Write That?
Do you ever wonder why we have certain instructions in the Bible? While it is inspired by God, there were also imminent practical reason for its guidance.
Commissioned
Do you need to be reminded to live out your mission? Do others around you?
Those Who Sin Differently 