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When Love - Story
There was a woman in our community, Sister Mary, who lived a life punctuated by struggle and heartache. For years, she battled the shadows of addiction, believing that love was something she could never truly grasp. She often shared how...
Theological Perspective: Self-control - Church Context
When Jesus commanded us in Matthew 28:19-20 to “go therefore and make disciples of all nations,” He entrusted us with a mission that requires profound self-control. In a world buzzing with distractions and immediate gratification, the call to discipleship beckons...
Faith and Redemption - Teaching Material
As we gather today, we are reminded of the profound commission Jesus entrusted to us in Matthew 28:19-20. This passage, often referred to as the Great Commission, beckons us into a divine adventure of faith and redemption. “Go therefore and...
Reflecting on Perseverance - Teaching Material
Perseverance is not simply the act of enduring; it is the heart of faith in action. As we reflect on 1 Corinthians 13:4-7, we are reminded that love, the very essence of God, is patient and kind. It bears all...
Reflecting on Wisdom - Church Context
As we gather in this sacred space, let us turn our hearts to Hebrews 11:1, which states, "Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen." This passage beautifully invites us to reflect on...
The Doctrine of Faith - Commentary
The passage from Matthew 28:19-20, often referred to as the Great Commission, compels us to step beyond the walls of our comfort and embrace the call of discipleship: "Go therefore and make disciples of all nations." Here, Jesus entrusts us...
Theological Perspective: Salvation - Teaching Material
When we turn our hearts to 1 Corinthians 13:4-7, we encounter a profound portrait of love that serves as a divine revelation of God’s grace and the fullness of our salvation. Paul reminds us that love is patient, kind, and...
Reflecting on Faith - Teaching Material
In John 14:6, Jesus proclaims, “I am the way, the truth, and the life.” This powerful declaration invites us into a profound relationship with Him, a relationship that allows our faith to grow even amid our doubts. The journey of...
Theology of Courage - Reflection
Isaiah 40:31 beautifully encapsulates the essence of courage for the faithful: “But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and...
Practical Perseverance - Contemporary Example
As we reflect on Matthew 28:19-20, where Jesus commissions us to go and make disciples, we recognize that this command is not just a distant, lofty ideal but a call to action woven into the fabric of our daily lives....
Practical Redemption - Contemporary Example
Jeremiah 29:11 reminds us, "For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." This promise comes to life when we...
Real-World Understanding - Contemporary Example
Imagine a small coffee shop bustling with life, where people come not just for caffeine but for connection. One day, a young woman named Sarah sits alone, her heart heavy with the weight of betrayal. A friend she trusted has...
Real-World Righteousness - Contemporary Example
John 3:16 reminds us of God’s immeasurable love: “For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son.” This verse reveals the cornerstone of our faith: righteousness is rooted not in our own actions, but in...
Real-World Grace - Contemporary Example
Imagine a single mother named Sarah, working tirelessly to provide for her two children. Every day is a balancing act—juggling work, school, and the unexpected challenges of life. One evening, feeling particularly overwhelmed, she sits down at the kitchen table,...
Thinking About Humility - Church Context
As we reflect on humility within the context of our church life, let us turn our hearts to the profound words of Jesus in John 14:6, where He declares, “I am the way, the truth, and the life.” This statement...
The Doctrine of Righteousness - Church Context
As we reflect on the profound truth of John 3:16, we are reminded that the heart of our faith rests in God’s righteous act of love. “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son,”...
Theological Perspective: Self-control - Church Context
As we delve into Joshua 1:9, where the Lord commands, "Be strong and courageous; do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go," we find a profound connection to...
The Doctrine of Righteousness - Commentary
For God so loved the world that He gave His only Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have eternal life. (John 3:16) This profound passage reveals the heart of God’s righteousness, a righteousness not earned through...
The Doctrine of Hope - Teaching Material
What a comfort it is to hear the words of Psalm 23: "The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want." This ancient song sings of our deep longing for hope and purpose, reminding us that we are not alone...
Reflecting on Faith - Commentary
Isaiah 40:31 whispers a profound promise: “But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.” Here, we...
Thinking About Wisdom - Commentary
As we turn our hearts to Proverbs 3:5-6, we encounter a profound invitation to trust in the Lord with all our hearts and not lean on our own understanding. This passage stirs a deep yearning in us—a longing for wisdom...
Thinking About Goodness - Commentary
Trusting in the Lord with all our heart, as we find in Proverbs 3:5-6, invites us into a profound relationship with the Creator, a dynamic interplay of faith and goodness. This is not merely an admonition but a promise steeped...
Applying Justice - Contemporary Example
Imagine a local community center that once stood as a vibrant hub of hope, only to be abandoned amidst the trials of economic downturn and social strife. But then, a group of believers, filled with the Spirit, saw something different....
Theology of Courage - Commentary
The fruit of the Spirit enumerated in Galatians 5:22-23 is a tapestry of virtues, each one interwoven with the others—a beautiful, divine design that flourishes in the life of the believer. Among these fruit, *agape* love, joy, and peace are...