We pick up on part three of a series on the life of Elisha. The story of Elisha offers so much for us to learn. In this lesson, Elisha saves three kings (and Israel) from death, then turns and rescues a nameless widow and her sons. These stories reveal much about the heart of God
Elisha, Pt. 3: Three Kings and a Widow (2 Kings 3:1-4:1-7) View Lesson
Elisha, Pt. 3: Three Kings and a Widow (2 Kings 3:1-4:1-7) View Lesson
At age seventy-five, Abraham and his wife Sarah obey God and leave their homeland, to embark on a great mission to an unknown land. We learn of the many important promises God gives to Abraham as well as how Abraham conducts himself along their journey, as a peacemaker. This lesson takes a close look at
Abraham Enters Canaan and a Meeting with Melchizedek (Genesis 12-14) View Lesson
Abraham Enters Canaan and a Meeting with Melchizedek (Genesis 12-14) View Lesson
The lesson starts with a discussion of the value of reading and understanding the early Christians. What purpose does this serve and what weight should be given to their writings? We then pick up in Genesis 10 and look at the story of the Tower of Babel, which supplies wisdom and warning to Christians today in
Babel through the Introduction to Abraham (Genesis 10-11) View Lesson
Babel through the Introduction to Abraham (Genesis 10-11) View Lesson
This lesson is the second of a series on the life of Elisha. This lesson tackles two miracles Elisha performed. These miracles reveal much about God's heart and the kindness and sternness he shows to those to whom he wants to give life. Teaching Notes Elisha, Pt. 2: Healed Waters and a Bear Attack (2
Elisha, Pt. 2: Healed Waters and a Bear Attack (2 Kings 2:19-25) View Lesson
Elisha, Pt. 2: Healed Waters and a Bear Attack (2 Kings 2:19-25) View Lesson
After the flood, we read about righteous, faithful Noah getting drunk. In this lesson we look at what Jesus and the New Testament writers teach about Christians use of alcohol, including drunkenness. As Noah's life comes to an end, we also step back and look at how the story of Noah and the flood foreshadow our own means
Noah & the Flood, Part 4: The End of Noah (Gen. 9:18-29) View Lesson
Noah & the Flood, Part 4: The End of Noah (Gen. 9:18-29) View Lesson
In this lesson, we look at the aftermath of the flood, commands God gives to his people (including the prohibition of eating/drinking blood), the rainbow covenant he gives to Noah, and what these mean for us today. We also look at what Peter has to say about the flood. In 1 Peter 3:18-22, Peter calls baptism
Noah & the Flood, Part 3: The Aftermath (Gen. 9:1-17) View Lesson
Noah & the Flood, Part 3: The Aftermath (Gen. 9:1-17) View Lesson
In these passages, we see the example of Noah, who in faith builds an ark out of obedience to God. We also see the devastation of the flood, which destroys the entire world, with only a few being saved. The story of the flood and the example of Noah are used by Jesus and New
Noah & the Flood, Part 2: The Disaster Hits (Genesis 6:10-8:22) View Lesson
Noah & the Flood, Part 2: The Disaster Hits (Genesis 6:10-8:22) View Lesson
In Genesis 5 we are introduced to Noah, "a righteous man, who was perfect in his generation and well-pleasing to God," yet lived during a time of great wickedness. We look at whether the story of the flood is merely a fable, or instead the greatest disaster in human history. We tackle ways the early
Noah & the Flood, Part 1: The Back Story (Genesis 5:28-6:9) View Lesson
Noah & the Flood, Part 1: The Back Story (Genesis 5:28-6:9) View Lesson
As we start the New Year, it is a great time to take inventory of our spiritual lives, including our own personal righteousness. To help us we have the prophet Ezekiel, the example of Job, and the instruction of James. This lesson encourages us to understand the heart of God, who loves all people and is
But without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him. - Hebrews 11:6 When we engage in expository preaching, working through a book of the Bible, we sometimes stumble upon wisdom that