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+The Lookout

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June 5 | Discovery

Compare the prophet Jonah’s words and actions toward God with those of the fishermen.

Christian Standard · May 30, 2022
Bible Study

May 29 | Two Stories about Prayer

The subject matter of the parables was prayer, but the context concerned the faith and humility necessary for always being ready for the return of the king.

Christian Standard · May 23, 2022
Bible Study

May 29 | Application

I can’t comprehend the brilliant mind of God, fathom the depth of his love, or explain exactly how prayer works. But I know God treasures our communication with…

Christian Standard · May 23, 2022
Church & Ministry

May 29 | Discovery

In what ways is humble-hearted and persistent prayer a vital part of living in obedience to God as we follow him?

Christian Standard · May 23, 2022
Bible Study

May 22 | The Story of the Running Father

The parables of the lost sheep and the lost coin clearly set up the parable of the lost son(s). And all three parables connect back to the criticism…

Christian Standard · May 16, 2022
Bible Study

May 22 | Application

Have you ever wandered from God and squandered your resources, wondering if the Father would welcome you back? In a sense, it’s every Christian’s story. . . .

Christian Standard · May 16, 2022
Church & Ministry

May 22 | Discovery

Why would the father in the parable grant his younger son’s inheritance request and allow him to leave?

Christian Standard · May 16, 2022
Bible Study

May 15 | The Story of the Master’s Return

This lesson text is highly metaphoric. The main metaphor concerns a master and servant. But under that big-picture metaphor are at least eight others that make this text…

Christian Standard · May 9, 2022
Bible Study

May 15 | Application

At first glance, "waiting" implies little more than passive, quiet expectation. But the word also refers to being ready for action—prepared to serve or obey.

Christian Standard · May 9, 2022
Church & Ministry

May 15 | Discovery

From this parable, what do you learn about how we should effectively and productively wait for Jesus’ return?

Christian Standard · May 9, 2022
Bible Study

May 8 | The Story of the Poor Rich Man

This is one of the few parables where Jesus inserts “God” into a secular story. God called the man a fool (not an atheist but someone who has…

Christian Standard · May 2, 2022
Bible Study

May 8 | Application

I’m a sports fan, but I’m alarmed by the swift expansion of sports betting. Gambling is addictive and it threatens the integrity of athletic competition. . . .

Christian Standard · May 2, 2022
Church & Ministry

May 8 | Discovery

Recognizing that we all must “make a living,” how do we strike a balance between earthly possessions and being rich toward God?

Christian Standard · May 2, 2022
Bible Study

May 1 | The Story of the Neighbors

This parable began in reality, for there really was a road that went from Jerusalem to Jericho referred to as “The Bloody Way.” But for a Samaritan to…

Christian Standard · April 25, 2022
Bible Study

May 1 | Application

Bad Samaritans evidently can become good ones. That’s why Jesus wanted the gospel to be preached in Samaria (Acts 1:8), and when it was, many Samaritans accepted Christ…

Christian Standard · April 25, 2022
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