The text for this lesson is Exodus 19–20 Key Point God commands that we love Him and others. He gave us the Law, and He gave His only Son to keep the Law perfectly in our stead. Law: Like Adam and Eve and the Israelites, I reject God’s Law, written on my heart and in … Continue Reading
The text for this lesson is Exodus 32:1–20 Key Point God commands that we put Him first. Through Jesus, He also forgives us when we fail to do so and, in love, puts us first, providing for our physical and spiritual nurture. Law: Just as the Israelites sinned by failing to trust in God and … Continue Reading
The text for this lesson is 1 Samuel 17:31–50 Key Point God commands that we respect His name. Through faith in Christ, I have forgiveness for my sins against this commandment, and I am moved to praise God’s name. Law: Just as Goliath relied on his own strength and scoffed at David and David’s God, … Continue Reading
The text for this lesson is 1 Kings 6–8 Key Point God commands that we learn His Word. God’s Word, the Bible, reveals the Word made flesh, Jesus Christ, who brings us forgiveness, life, and salvation. Law: At the dedication of the temple, Solomon prayed that the people would be true to God and obey … Continue Reading
The text for this lesson is Genesis 46:29–30; 47:7–12 Key Point God commands that we learn His Word. God’s Word, the Bible, reveals the Word made flesh, Jesus Christ, who brings us forgiveness, life, and salvation. Law: Joseph’s brothers sinned when they sold Joseph into slavery and then lied to Jacob, their father, instead of … Continue Reading
The text for this lesson is Genesis 14:1–16 Key Point God commands that we respect life. He works to preserve me physically and, through His Word and Sacraments, to preserve my life—and the lives of others—spiritually. Law: In the Fifth Commandment, God calls me not only to do no harm to my neighbor but also … Continue Reading
The text for this lesson is Genesis 24 Key Point God commands that we honor marriage and family. He also offers the blessings of forgiveness and salvation to those who are married, and everyone, through the marriage of Christ and His Bride, the Church. Law: Manifestations of sin against the Sixth Commandment are shown in … Continue Reading
The text for this lesson is Joshua 7:10–26 Key Point God commands that we respect our neighbor’s things. Yet He forgives our sins for the sake of His Son, who paid their price on the cross. Law: Like Achan, who coveted and took items that belonged to another and had been dedicated to the Lord, … Continue Reading
The text for this lesson is 1 Samuel 18:1–5; 19:1–7 Key Point God commands that we speak well of others. As Jonathan defended David before his father, King Saul, so Jesus defends us before our heavenly Father, covering those who believe in Him with His robe of righteousness. Law: God wants me to speak well … Continue Reading
The text for this lesson is 1 Kings 21:1–16 Key Point God commands us to be content with what we have. He provides all we have and what we need most: forgiveness for our discontent through the suffering and death of His only Son, Jesus. Law: Just as Ahab coveted a garden that was not … Continue Reading
