Even the Wind and the Waves Obey Him, Lesson 11: God Opens the Earth

The text for this lesson is Matthew 27:45-56, 62-66; 28:1-15 Key Points The earth quaked at Jesus’ death and resurrection, proclaiming that He truly is the Son of God. God’s Word clearly proclaims this same wonderful reality to us. Law: Because of my sin, I deserve to suffer and die eternally. Gospel: God sent His … Continue Reading

Serving with Joy, Lesson 8: Joseph, the Father

The text for this lesson is Matthew 2:13–15, 19–23; Luke 11:11–12; Ephesians 6:1–4; 1 Thessalonians 2:11–12. Key Point The heavenly Father used dutiful Joseph to deliver His Son from death at the hands of Herod to preserve Him for death in due time on the cross. Law: Raising a family demands sacrifices of money, time, … Continue Reading

I Spy Salvation’s Story, Lesson 7: Jesus Heals at Bethesda

The text for this lesson is John 5:1–15. Key Point Jesus is the focus of our faith, the One who brings healing not only to the body but also from sin and death. Law: Without Jesus, we all are crippled in sin, unable to restore ourselves. Gospel: Through Jesus, the disease of sin is taken … Continue Reading

I Spy Salvation’s Story, Lesson 8: Good Samaritan

The text for this lesson is Luke 10:25–37. Key Point The Lord’s call to perfection is expressed in compassion, which He exemplifies toward us, healing us from sin and restoring us to eternal life. Law: The command to love our neighbor is a command to be perfectly compassionate to everyone whom we encounter. Gospel: Though … Continue Reading

I Spy Salvation’s Story, Lesson 10: Triumphal Entry

The text for this lesson is Luke 19:28–40. Key Point Jesus is the one true King of heaven and earth, worthy of praise and worship. Law:In our sin, we fail to see Jesus as He really is when we ask Him to meet only our temporal needs. Gospel: Jesus came not as a conquering king … Continue Reading

I Spy Salvation’s Story, Lesson 11: Jesus in the Garden

The text for this lesson is Matthew 26:36–56. Key Point In the face of treachery, violence, cowardice, and all kinds of evil, Jesus steadfastly serves the Father’s will to fulfill the Scriptures and save His people. Law:Our prayers and courage falter in the face of fatigue and threat of physical harm. Gospel: Jesus prays for … Continue Reading

I Spy Salvation’s Story, Lesson 12: Road to Emmaus

The text for this lesson is Luke 24:13–35. Key Point Even though Jesus is not visible to us, His suffering and glory are revealed to us through faithful teaching and the breaking of bread. Law:Without Jesus’ Word, we are ignorant of the truths of salvation. Gospel: Jesus makes His salvation known to us through teaching … Continue Reading

H2Oh!: God Keeps His Promises, Lesson 9: Changing H2Oh!: Wedding at Cana

The texts for this lesson is John 2:1–11 Key Point God pours out His miraculous love for me by showing me that Jesus is true God, able to care for my every need now and forever. Law: When I find myself in need, prayer is usually the last thing that I think to do. Gospel: … Continue Reading

H2Oh!: God Keeps His Promises, Lesson 11: Servant H2Oh!: Jesus Washes the Disciples’ Feet

The text for this lesson is John 13:1–17 Key Point God pours out His love for me by sending Jesus to serve me by saving me from sin, death, and the devil and by empowering me to serve others in His name. Law: I fail to recognize the depth of my sin and think I … Continue Reading

H2Oh!: God Keeps His Promises, Lesson 14: Living H2Oh! The River of Life

The text for this lesson is Revelation 22:1–5 Key Point God pours out His love for me through Jesus, who wonfor me the gift of heaven and paints a picture of it for me in His Word. Law: The world tries to convince me that my eternal hope is a sham and that this life … Continue Reading