Pray, Praise, and Give Thanks, Lesson 1: Daniel in the Lion’s Den

The text for this lesson is Daniel 6:1–27 Key Point Daniel called upon the one true God, who heard Daniel’s prayer and protected him in the lions’ den. God hears our prayers and protects us from sin, death, and the devil. Law: This sinful world, Satan, and my own sinful flesh all conspire against me … Continue Reading

Pray, Praise, and Give Thanks, Lesson 2: Jesus Heals the Centurion’s Servant

The text for this lesson is Matthew 8:5–13 Key Point The centurion prayed for his servant to be healed. God invites us to pray for our needs and the needs of others. Law: The result of sin is sickness, suffering, and death (Genesis 3:15–19), which can sometimes manifest itself in birth defects, hereditary diseases, communicable … Continue Reading

Pray, Praise, and Give Thanks, Lesson 3: Peter & John Heal a Lame Man

The text for this lesson is Acts 3:1–10 Key Point The lame man praised and thanked God. We pray, praise, and give thanks to God for who He is and what He has done for us through His Son, Jesus. Law: Sin renders me helpless so that I look to myself or to the sinful … Continue Reading

Pray, Praise, and Give Thanks, Lesson 4: Jesus Teaches His Disciples to Pray

The text for this lesson is Luke 11:1–13 Key Point Jesus taught His disciples and followers the Lord’s Prayer to show them how to pray. God invites us to talk to Him using this same prayer today. Law: I am born in sin, cut off from God, unable to communicate with Him because of the … Continue Reading

Pray, Praise, and Give Thanks, Lesson 5: The Baptism of Jesus

The text for this lesson is Luke 3:15–22 Key Point At Jesus’ Baptism, God the Father said Jesus was His beloved Son. God, our Father in heaven, who has made us His children through water and the Word, invites us to come to Him without fear and to ask for anything. Law: My sinful flesh … Continue Reading

Pray, Praise, and Give Thanks, Lesson 6: Zacchaeus

The text for this lesson is Luke 19:1–10 Key Point Zacchaeus joyfully responded to His Savior’s invitation, showing the Word of God at work in him. We keep God’s name holy and glorify Him as we live according to His Word, letting His light shine through us. Law: I take what does not belong to … Continue Reading

Pray, Praise, and Give Thanks, Lesson 7: Paul and Silas in Prison

The text for this lesson is Acts 16:16–34 Key Point Through the witness of Paul and Silas to the Philippian jailer and his family, the kingdom of God grew. We ask that God help us live according to His Word and use us to extend His kingdom of grace. Law: Satan and my sinful flesh … Continue Reading

Pray, Praise, and Give Thanks, Lesson 8: Job

The text for this lesson is Job 1:1–2:6; 42 Key Point Despite all the troubles the devil threw at Job, God is faithful and did not allow the devil to destroy Job’s faith. Amid the troubles we experience in our lives, God strengthens us through His Word and keeps us in faith to life everlasting.. … Continue Reading

Pray, Praise, and Give Thanks, Lesson 9: God Provides Manna and Quail

The text for this lesson is Exodus 16 Key Point God provided for the children of Israel. We can trust God to provide all that we need. Law: According to my sinful nature, I quickly forget God’s promises and power. When I think I lack food, money, a good job, or other First Article gifts … Continue Reading

Pray, Praise, and Give Thanks, Lesson 10: Joseph Forgives His Brothers

The text for this lesson is Genesis 37:12–36; 45:1–15; 50:15–21 Key Point Despite their sins against him, Joseph forgave his brothers. Despite our sins, God forgives us for Jesus’ sake and wants us to forgive others. Law: The devil, the world, and my sinful nature war against me every day. I can’t control what other … Continue Reading