One of the best things any Christian can do is build a habit of reading the Scriptures daily. In this lesson we lay out the reasons why this is so important for us, and then provide a framework to make it simple. The notes include a practical daily plan to read through the entire Bible
In Luke’s account of Jesus' birth to Mary, a virgin, we see the fulfillment of ancient prophecies that few Christians today fully appreciate. A better understanding of these things can strengthen our faith and equip us to persuade skeptics. In this story we also encounter Mary's profound humility and trust in God. She is an
Are we listening to God? This theme is found throughout Scripture, including in Psalm 58, where David compares unrighteous people to snakes that have "stopped their ears." With the help of two early Christian writers, we consider both the promised blessings to those who listen to God, and the awaiting judgment for those who do
In this second lesson on the Holy Spirit, we consider what it means that the Spirit lives in Christ's followers during our short lifetimes, "a deposit" of our future glory. With examples from both the Old and New Testaments, we see how the Holy Spirit seeks to lead God's people, including the church today. We
Few Christians would deny the existence of the Holy Spirit! But what does it mean to believe in the Holy Spirit? Who is He? What is His nature and personality? And what is His role in our lives? In this first of two lessons, we explore what the Scriptures say about the Holy Spirit and
When we pray for one another as Christians, what do we pray for? This lesson examines two prayers of Paul for the church in Ephesus, that we might imitate his example and receive blessings that our heavenly Father desires to give. Teaching Notes Paul's Prayers for the Ephesians - Lesson Notes
In the Law, Moses said that God’s people must keep any vows they made to the Lord. Jesus would raise this to an even higher standard of integrity: we must always keep our word. Our ‘yes’ must be ‘yes’. This may be one of the most challenging of Jesus’ teachings to follow. In this lesson, we
Keep Your Vows to the Lord (Deuteronomy 22:13-23:24) View Lesson
Keep Your Vows to the Lord (Deuteronomy 22:13-23:24) View Lesson
What do wandering donkeys, men's clothing, deck railings, and animal selection for plowing have in common? Is this chapter in Deuteronomy filled with obsolete Old Testament rules? You may be surprised by the spiritual (and extremely practical) gems we uncover in this lesson, including the kindness of God, our identities as men and women, the
Don't Plow with a Bull and a Donkey Together (Deuteronomy 22:1-12) View Lesson
Don't Plow with a Bull and a Donkey Together (Deuteronomy 22:1-12) View Lesson
'Prove It!' Series: Proving the Faith in Jesus from the Old Testament Prophecies In the beginning, the apostles spread the Christian faith throughout the world using the evidence of fulfilled Old Testament prophecies. This ancient approach is still incredibly effective in persuading truth-seeking unbelievers to believe that Jesus is the Son of God. This faith-building
Prove It! (Pt. 5: More Prophecies, and Conclusion) View Lesson
Prove It! (Pt. 5: More Prophecies, and Conclusion) View Lesson
‘Prove It!’ Series: Proving Faith in Jesus from the Old Testament Prophecies (originally taught in 2013) In the beginning, the apostles spread the Christian faith throughout the world using the evidence of fulfilled Old Testament prophecies. This ancient approach is still incredibly effective in persuading truth-seeking unbelievers to believe that Jesus is the Son of
Prove It! (Pt. 4: He Would Be Raised from the Dead on the Third Day) View Lesson
Prove It! (Pt. 4: He Would Be Raised from the Dead on the Third Day) View Lesson