Here's a lesson many of us may not want to hear! Daniel fasted as a young man and God rewarded him with wisdom, health, and the supernatural ability to understand dreams. As an older man, Daniel's fasting engaged the supernatural power of angels. Should we be fasting? What did Jesus teach about fasting? Are we
Paul offers practical teaching on the relations of husbands and wives, including refraining from intimacy during times of prayer and fasting. He also tackles a number of questions. Should widows or widowers remarry after the death of their spouse? During times of struggle, is separation from your Christian spouse ever appropriate? What about divorce? And finally, what if a
On Marriage and Separation (1 Corinthians 7:1-24) View Lesson
On Marriage and Separation (1 Corinthians 7:1-24) View Lesson
Here we see in Tabitha, who Peter raised from the dead, a tremendous example of a godly woman. However, are the same qualities equally revered in Christian women today? Next, we come to the conversion of Cornelius, opening the gospel door to the Gentiles. Cornelius is described as a “righteous” man, with a life characterized
Tabitha Raised and the Conversion of Cornelius (Acts 9:26-11:18) View Lesson
Tabitha Raised and the Conversion of Cornelius (Acts 9:26-11:18) View Lesson
The Day of Atonement (Yom Kippur) was to be commemorated each year, involving specific tasks by the High Priest and fasting by the people. Here we learn about washings, the mercy seat, scapegoats, sin and burnt offerings. Understanding these details will help us appreciate what Jesus, our High Priest, did on the cross to atone
The Lord struck dead Nadab and Abihu for offering unauthorized incense. Why was the Lord so angry that He killed them? If the priests of the old covenant foreshadow us (as members of Christ’s priesthood) what are we to learn from this disturbing story? Also, has God become kinder and gentler under the new covenant?
Moses and Israel's chosen men ascend Mount Sinai, where Moses will receive the stone tablets. The Lord calls Moses and Joshua to proceed further up, where they enter the midst of a great cloud. Moses remains on the mountain forty days, fasting throughout. We begin by considering the mysterious nature of God (the Father), whom
First 40 Days on Mount Sinai (with Moses Fasting) (Exodus 24:9-18) View Lesson
First 40 Days on Mount Sinai (with Moses Fasting) (Exodus 24:9-18) View Lesson