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Victory over Temptation January 1, 2012 Lesson: Genesis 39:7–23 Key Verse: Genesis 39:9 aaa Introduction The account of the life of Joseph is given to us by God in His Word, revealing His work of providence in history. God does…
On Dry Land January 29, 2012 Lesson: Exodus 15:1–6, 19, 22–27 Key Verse: Exodus 15:19 aa Introduction (Exodus 15:19) The key verse for our lesson gives us the key to understanding the deliverance of the people of God from the…
The Spirit of God in His Servants January 8, 2012 Lesson: Genesis 41:37–45, 50–52 Key Verse: Genesis 41:38 aa Introduction Last week, we left Joseph in prison where, because of his honesty and abilities which the Lord had given him,…
Meant for Good January 22, 2012 Lesson: Genesis 50:15–26 Key Verse: Genesis 50:20 aa Introduction Joseph’s life is seen as a direct work of the divine providence of God. It had been revealed to Joseph that his family would bow…
Abraham Believed the Lord December 11, 2011 Lesson: Genesis 15:1-6, 12-18 Key Verse: Genesis 15:6 aa Introduction The covenant between God and man is expressed in His covenant with Abraham; confirmed with Moses (Deut. 5:2); repeated through Jeremiah, “I will…
The Lord is Magnified December 25, 2011 Lesson: Luke 1:39–55 Key Verse: Luke 1:46 aa Introduction Mary praises the Lord, saying, “My soul magnifies the Lord!” Mary magnifies the Lord because He is her God and Savior. The Lord has…
A Great Nation December 4, 2011 Lesson: Genesis 11:31–12:9 Key verse: Genesis 12:2 aaa Introduction A great nation is one that recognizes that the triune creator is the governor of that nation. Ben Franklin expressed this knowledge in his…
Fear God December 18, 2011 Lesson: Genesis 22:1–14 Key Verse: Genesis 22:12 aa Introduction We lift up our voices and sing: “Praise ye the Lord. I will praise the Lord with my whole heart, in the assembly of the upright,…
The Kingdom of God November 27, 2011 Lesson: Matthew 6:24–34 Key Verse: Matthew 6:33–34 aa Introduction What is life like in the Kingdom of God? What is life like in the Kingdom of God here on earth? God’s Word, among…
The Children of Heaven November 13, 2011 Lesson: Matthew 5:38–48 Key Verse: Matthew 5:44 aaa Introduction Today’s lesson covers some of the thoughts of Matthew, chapter five, from the previous lesson. May the Spirit continue to teach us as we…