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God’s Anointed Savior February 14, 2010 Lesson: Matthew 16:13–19 Key Verse: Matthew 16:16 Introduction There was a young boy who worked with his father, a carpenter. His name was Joshua. It was a favorite name of the people who lived…
A Great Faith February 7, 2010 Lesson: Matthew 15:21–28 Key Verse: Matthew 15:28 Introduction The Shorter Catechism question “What is faith in Jesus Christ?” is answered “Faith in Jesus Christ is a saving grace, whereby we receive and rest upon…
Worship the Lord our God January 10, 2010 Lesson: Matthew 4:1–11 Key Verse: Matthew 4:10 Introduction “It is written!” This is a unique approach to the Bible, the Word of God; unique, in the sense that it judges the various…
The Good News January 17, 2010 Lesson: Matthew 9:27–31; 11:1–6 Key Verse: Matthew 11:5 Introduction Jesus traveled through the cities and villages, “teaching in their synagogues, and preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing every sickness and every disease…
Mighty Works of Christ January 31, 2010 Lesson: Matthew 13:54–58, Luke 4:14–30 Key Verses: Matthew 13:54 Introduction (Matthew 13:54-58) The people of Nazareth saw Jesus as the carpenter’s son, the son of Mary. The people knew his sisters and brothers,…
Refreshment from God January 24, 2010 Lesson: Matthew 11:25–30 Key Verse: Matthew 11:28 Introduction There is a valuable promise given to the children of God, a promise worth more than silver and gold, a promise that comes with each rising…
The Beloved Son January 3, 2010 Lesson: Matthew 3:1–17 Key Verse: Matthew 3:17 Introduction John the ‘Baptizer’ (Mark 6:14) was born to Zechariah and Elizabeth, relatives of Mary the mother of Jesus. While Zechariah was discharging his priestly office, an…
Overwhelmed With Joy December 27, 2009 Lesson: Matthew 2:1–12 Key Verse: Matthew 2:10 Introduction Rejoicing belongs to the child of God as does breathing the air which the Creator has given him. It is the soul’s response to the wonderful…
The Son will Save December 20, 2009 Lesson: Matthew 1:18–25 Key Verse: Matthew 1:21 Introduction The betrothal of Mary to Joseph was more than an engagement. It was a commitment as strong as that of being married. The time of…
God With Us December 13, 2009 Lesson: Isaiah 7:10–17; Luke 1:30–38 Key Verse: Isaiah 7:14 Introduction There was a sign given to God’s people that would reveal the divine intervention of the Lord who would bring salvation to those whom…