January 6, 2011
What to Call Our Year of the Bible?
Mark A. Taylor introduces Christian Standard’s 2011 yearlong Bible emphasis and the theme “The Bible: Lift it up. Live it out.”
Theology & Bible
Theology & Bible helps Christians understand Scripture and the core teachings of the Christian faith. Explore Bible-based articles on biblical interpretation, doctrine, salvation, the Holy Spirit, baptism, communion, creation, and key themes across the Old and New Testaments. You’ll find thoughtful guidance for studying the Bible faithfully, applying God’s Word to life and ministry, and growing in theological clarity rooted in the gospel. Whether you’re a church leader, teacher, student, or everyday disciple, this hub equips you to know God through Scripture and live with conviction and hope.
January 3, 2011
Lesson for Jan. 9, 2011: Salvation for God”s People (Isaiah 45:14-25)
Ron Martin’s lesson on Isaiah 45 explores God’s providential care, his rebuke of idols, and his invitation for all the ends of the earth to be saved.
January 2, 2011
What Should We Believe About Hell?
Glen Elliott considers two views of Hell and urges Christians to handle disputable doctrinal matters with Scripture, humility, liberty, and love.
December 31, 2010
Better Than a Party
Rick Chromey reflects on New Year’s hope, Revelation’s promise of renewal, and Communion as a weekly reminder that Christ is making everything new.
December 26, 2010
Return of the Gift
Doug Redford, Cincinnati Christian University, Christmas, Lord's Supper, Communion, return of Christ, Second Coming, 1 Corinthians 11,
December 20, 2010
Worthy of Honor
Terry O’Casey reflects on Mary mother of Jesus as a young woman marked by poverty, displacement, motherhood, sorrow, and faithful endurance—and calls Christians to honor her rightly.
December 20, 2010
Lesson for Dec. 26, 2010: God Is with Us (Isaiah 43:1-7, 10-12)
God with You in Turmoil God with you is Isaiah’s message to fearful people living through unrest, exile, and spiritual distance. Tom May reflects on Isaiah’s reminder that the Lord created, chose, saved, and secured his people—and that his presence is not merely near, but with them. Isaiah’s ministry unfolded during political crisis, relational strain, and spiritual unfaithfulness. God reminded Israel that he had created, chosen, and redeemed them. The promise of God’s presence speaks directly to fear, suffering, uncertainty, and exile. This week’s treatment of the International Sunday School Lesson (for December 26) is written by Tom May who
December 17, 2010
The Tyranny of the Paradigm (Part 3)
Jack W. Cottrell argues that the sola fidei paradigm distorts biblical teaching on confession, baptism, and the conditions of salvation in Romans 10, Acts 2, and Ephesians 4.
December 14, 2010
The Tyranny of the Paradigm (Part 2)
Jack W. Cottrell examines sola fidei as a controlling theological paradigm and argues that faith, repentance, and baptism must be interpreted with careful distinctions between means, conditions, and occasion.
December 13, 2010
Lesson for Dec. 19, 2010: A Child Is Born (Isaiah 9:6, 7; 11:1-8; Matthew 1:21-23)
Jeff Stone reflects on Isaiah’s promise of the Prince of Peace, showing how Jesus brings lasting peace, righteous justice, and saving hope through his unending reign.
December 6, 2010
Lesson for Dec. 12, 2010: The Lord Is Our God (Isaiah 41:8-10, 17-20; 42:1-4, 9)
Ken Greene explores Isaiah’s message of peace, showing how God’s people can face fear and uncertainty by recognizing their value to God, trusting his provision, and relinquishing control.
November 29, 2010
Lesson for Dec. 5, 2010: God Gives Strength (Isaiah 40:1-8, 25, 26, 29-31)
Teresa D. Welch reflects on Isaiah 40, showing how God’s comfort, covenant love, and incomparable strength sustained Judah in exile and still renew the weary today.
November 25, 2010
A Date with God
Daniel Schantz reflects on marriage as a picture of life with Christ, pointing readers to the Lord’s table as a place of honest conversation, reassurance, and everlasting love.
November 22, 2010
Lesson for Nov. 28, 2010: God Is Omniscient (Psalm 139:1-6, 13-16, 23, 24)
Karen Rees reflects on Psalm 139, showing how the all-knowing, caring God differs from other gods and why his people can share him with confidence.
November 15, 2010
Lesson for Nov. 21, 2010: God Is Protector (Psalm 91:1-6, 9-16)
Don Hamilton reflects on Psalm 91, showing how God provides shelter, protection, love, and security for those who trust in him as their heavenly Father.
November 14, 2010
Self-Examination, Not Self-Recrimination
Daniel Schantz reflects on the Lord’s Supper as a weekly moment to turn sin over to the Forgiver, receive courage, and return renewed to the battle of life.
November 12, 2010
The Value of Justice
Karen Rees connects global stories of injustice with Scripture’s teaching that God is both loving and just, showing why mercy, judgment, and forgiveness belong together.
November 8, 2010
Lesson for Nov. 14, 2010: God Is Forever (Psalm 90:1-12)
Phyllis Fox reflects on Psalm 90, Moses’ prayer, and the wisdom of numbering our days in light of God’s everlasting nature and humanity’s need for eternity.
October 25, 2010
Lesson for Oct. 31, 2010: God”s Comforting Presence (Psalm 63)
Bruce Stoker reflects on Psalm 63, showing how David found comfort in God’s presence while living through both a physical and spiritual wilderness.
October 11, 2010
Lesson for Oct. 17, 2010: God”s Safe Refuge (Psalm 46:1-7)
Neil Norheim reflects on Psalm 46 and the promise that God is our refuge, strength, river of grace, and fortress in every season of trouble.
