Theology & Bible

Lesson for February 5, 2017: Re-Created to Live in Harmony (Galatians 3:26″“4:7)

Lesson for January 29, 2017: Praise God with All Creation (Psalm 148)

Lesson for January 22, 2017: Praise God the Creator (Psalm 104)

The Shedding of Blood

Lesson for January 15, 2017: Praise God the Provider (Psalm 65)

John at the Cross

Lesson for January 8, 2017: Praise God with a New Song (Psalm 96)

Lesson for January 1, 2017: Praise God for Creation (Psalm 33:1-9)

Better Than Christmas

Christ’s birth changed the world, but his death made salvation possible. Daniel Schantz reflects on Ecclesiastes 7:1 and why communion celebrates a day even greater than the day…

Lesson for December 25, 2016: The Savior Has Arrived (Luke 2:1-21)

The Savior has arrived! Explore Luke 2:8-20 as Mark Scott examines the angels' announcement, the shepherds' response, and the extraordinary Christmas message that God's gift of salvation is…

Working Women/Women’s Work: A View from the Heartland

Are church-imposed boundaries limiting God's possibilities? Susan Lawrence explores women's gifts, teaching and leadership roles, and the importance of encouraging every person to discover God's purpose beyond self-imposed…

Eucharist

What does genuine thanksgiving look like at the Lord's Table? Daniel Schantz uses a memorable Super Bowl illustration to inspire gratitude for God's blessings, Christ's sacrifice, and the…

Lesson for December 18, 2016: The Forerunner of the Savior (Luke 1:1-23, 57-66)

Before John the Baptist prepared the way for Jesus, Gabriel announced his birth to Zechariah. Explore Luke 1 and the extraordinary calling of the Messiah's forerunner through repentance,…

Mystery, Model, Hope

Why do the incarnation and virgin birth matter? Chad Ragsdale explores how God becoming human in Jesus reveals the heart of Christmas, answers humanity's longing for God, and…

Take a Look at the Family Photo Album of Jesus

Why does Matthew begin the Christmas story with a genealogy? Matt Proctor explores how Jesus' family history reveals God's faithfulness, his surprising choice of imperfect people, and the…