Articles for tag: Temptation Of Jesus

March 25, 2019

Mark Scott

Lesson for March 31, 2019: Follow the One with Authority (Mark 1:16-28)

Dr. Mark Scott wrote this treatment of the International Sunday School Lesson. Scott teaches preaching and New Testament at Ozark Christian College, Joplin, Missouri. This lesson treatment is published in issue no. 4 (weeks 13-16; March 31–April 21, 2019) of The Lookout magazine, and is also available online at www.lookoutmag.com. ______ Lesson Aim:  Recognize Christ’s authority and his call on your life. ______ By Mark Scott  Today we begin an eight-week series from the Gospel of Mark. This series will lead up to and beyond Easter. The first four lessons emphasize following Jesus. The last four lessons emphasize trusting Jesus. Since we

October 10, 2016

Christian Standard

Lesson for October 16, 2016: The Great High Priest (Hebrews 4:14″“5:10)

Dr. Mark Scott wrote this treatment of the International Sunday School Lesson. Scott teaches preaching and New Testament at Ozark Christian College, Joplin, Missouri. This lesson treatment is published in the October 9 issue of The Lookout magazine, and is also available online at www.lookoutmag.com. ______ By Mark Scott  The Bible is full of priests. There is a sense in which all of God”s people are priests (Exodus 19:6; 1 Peter 2:9; Revelation 1:6). But there is another sense in which certain people were called especially to represent God to the people and to represent the people to God. Some of these priests were exemplary

January 12, 2015

Christian Standard

Lesson for January 18: Jesus” Intercession for Us (Hebrews 4:14″“5:10)

This treatment of the International Sunday School Lesson is written by Sam E. Stone, former editor of CHRISTIAN STANDARD. It is published in the January 11 issue of The Lookout magazine, and is also available online at www.lookoutmag.com. ______ By Sam E. Stone  The writer of Hebrews reminded Jewish Christians of the new dispensation”s superiority to the old. The role of the high priest was a position familiar to all Jews. The title first occurred in Leviticus 21:10, where it was used to designate Aaron and his successors. Christians have but one who serves in this capacity””Jesus (Hebrews 2:17). He always stands ready

September 12, 2014

Christian Standard

Celebrating One Who Lives

By J. Michael Shannon “I tell you, I will not drink of this fruit of the vine from now on until that day when I drink it anew with you in my Father”s kingdom” (Matthew 26:29). We can understand when someone wants to celebrate the life of someone who had a great impact on our world. Consider Paul Bunyon, for example. Several communities in the upper Midwest celebrate the larger-than-life lumberjack. Contests and festivals honor him. Woodsmen compete, people play games, and there”s all kind of food. Here”s the problem: these activities and events commemorate a person who did not

May 5, 2014

Christian Standard

Lesson for May 11, 2014: Jesus” Mission on Earth (Leviticus 25:8-55; Isaiah 61; Luke 4:14-21)

This treatment of the International Sunday School Lesson is written by Sam E. Stone, former editor of CHRISTIAN STANDARD. ______ By Sam E. Stone Each Gospel adds details and insights that help us better understand the broad ministry of Jesus. Lynn Gardner reminds us, “Luke omitted many events that occurred after Jesus’ baptism and temptation and before his preaching ministry in Galilee (Luke 4:14ff). These events are described in John 1:19—4:42.” Luke describes Jesus’ traveling and teaching ministry in Galilee, where he not only performed miracles but also preached with authority and love. Prophecy Isaiah 61:1-3 Isaiah 61 begins with

December 13, 2013

Christian Standard

Like Us, With Us

What are we to think of ourselves, to make of ourselves, because God became a man in Jesus? How does Jesus help us understand and define our own humanity?   By Jon Weatherly What is a human? The story is told of two medieval philosophers discussing that question. One said, “A human is a featherless, two-legged creature.” The second excused himself, then returned an hour later with a plucked chicken. We need a better definition. Or perhaps we humans are better off describing our experience rather than formulating a definition. So what is our experience? We are like and unlike other

November 12, 2011

Christian Standard

In Awe of Jesus

By Joseph C. Grana II I always had trouble relating to Jesus. I believed he was the Christ, the son of the living God. I believed in his virgin conception, sinless life, miracles, and his bodily resurrection. I loved him, worshipped him, and served him. I just could not relate to him. As God, he always had a leg up on me. I could not be like him. I could not live up to his standards. I could not be perfect. I worshipped him because he was the Christ. I could not relate to him because he was the Christ.

September 6, 2011

Christian Standard

Getting the Most from the Gospels (Part One)

By Matt Proctor “Irresistibly drawn to Jesus.” That phrase describes many who have come to faith after reading the Gospels. Most of us love the Gospels because we love Jesus, and the Gospels bring us face to face with him. For some the Gospels are so familiar, though, that they miss truth contained there. A few helps can prevent that from happening. When he was growing up, Vince Antonucci”s parents never took him to church. Maybe it was because his mother was Jewish and his father was a professional gambler. Regardless, he knew nothing about Jesus. He says, “As far

July 11, 2010

Christian Standard

When Is a Worship Service Not a Worship Service?

By John Sloper Most of our churches refer to Sunday morning services as worship services. The styles differ from region to region, but the name remains the same. Some are formal, while others are more free. But do we really know what it means to worship God? Do we worship God by attending church regularly, teaching Sunday school, or serving on various committees? Perhaps, but let”s take a look at a few different words used in the Bible that are translated worship and see what they mean. Old Testament There are three different Hebrew words that are translated worship in

December 17, 2006

Christian Standard

Still Unto Us

By Brian Lowery Ours is a violent Christmas. As we pull on gaudy holiday sweaters, some are putting on fatigues. As we decorate trees in our homes, the cedars of Lebanon tremble from war. As we happily sing songs in church buildings, others barely have the strength to hum a dirge. I do not mean to be a Grinch, but these are the realities of our world. Of course, the first Christmas was violent too. Violence Worsened When the holy event at Bethlehem unfolded, there were no sugar plums dancing in the heads of God”s people. They thought only of

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