On this page are some of the lessons that have significantly shaped our understanding of Jesus and the Kingdom of God. These lessons include challenging and often ignored teachings in Scripture. May these bless your lives as they have ours. (These lessons are not in any particular order.)
Jesus said that "the gospel of the kingdom" would be preached to all nations before He returns. He taught a great deal about the kingdom of God in His parables, but also described it as a mystery. In this wide-ranging study we wrestle with foundational questions, such as: What is the kingdom? Is it the same
Angels are described in the New Testament as “ministering spirits” sent to help “those who will inherit salvation. Yet most Christians today know very little about the angels and their ministry. In this message we explore the history and nature of angels, how they have assisted God’s people throughout the ages and how they can
Sexual temptation has been a favorite strategy of Satan to destroy God’s people through the ages. In exchange for a little short-term pleasure of the flesh, this road leads to spiritual enslavement and death. In our time, the internet has made pornography so easily accessible that many believers, especially men, have become enslaved to this
The Lord knew that His people would ask for a ruler in the future. Therefore, He gave Moses specific instructions regarding those rulers. In these we find wonderful insight into the character of God, a preview of tragic events that will follow, and valuable life lessons for us today. Teaching Notes Deuteronomy 17:14-20 - Lesson
Instructions to Future Rulers (Deuteronomy 17:14-20) View Lesson
Instructions to Future Rulers (Deuteronomy 17:14-20) View Lesson
This is an unusually challenging message that could disrupt your spiritual life! In it, we make the case for memorizing extended passages of Scripture, then meditating on that day and night. While this is hard work, it will produce wonderful blessings for those who persevere. We begin by reviewing Bible passages that encourage this, then
I Have Hidden Your Word in My Heart: Memorizing Scripture! View Lesson
I Have Hidden Your Word in My Heart: Memorizing Scripture! View Lesson
Our congregation is currently wrestling with what the Scriptures teach about the Lord's Supper, including the emphasis and priority we should give to it. We are recognizing we have fallen short of what we see in Scripture. This lesson examines Jesus' and New Testament teachings, the foreshadowing of the Eucharist in the Old Testament, how
What is the most important thing for a Christian? Many of us place great importance on various teachings of Christ in our day-to-day lives. Yet, what did Jesus say was the most important thing? This lesson can help us consider this important question, remaining humble and focused on what the Lord would have us focus
The Two Most Important Things in the Christian Life View Lesson
The Two Most Important Things in the Christian Life View Lesson
Do you consider what you say to be a salvation issue? Jesus did! In this lesson, we address one of the most practical aspects of living as a Christian: our speech. Buckle up! This may be one of the most practical and challenging lessons published on this website. Teaching Notes By Every Careless Word -
Most Christians today view the fear of God as either an inferior motivation, or (worse) an Old Testament concept that was entirely superseded by the love of God under the new covenant. In this sobering message, we challenge those misconceptions. Jesus and the apostles held up a healthy fear of God as still incredibly important