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 betrothal was about a year. It was during this time of betrothal that Mary was ...
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 he had chosen to be his very own people: the Savior, the chosen Messiah. Joseph ...
A Son is Given December 6, 2009 Lesson: Ruth 2:1–16; 4:13–22; Matthew 1:1–16 Key Verse: Ruth 4:17 Introduction The name of Ruth is found in the Old Testament only in the book which bears her name. This Moabite woman finds an honored place in the covenant of God. The Lord chose Ruth to become an ...
Lesson #4—The ‘I AM’ God Shorter Catechism Q & A # 4 Q. What is God? A. God is a Spirit, infinite, eternal, and unchangeable, in his being, wisdom, power, holiness, justice, goodness, and truth. Memorize Q & A—Exposition God, as Creator and Redeemer, has within himself all that is needed, not only ...
Lesson #3—The Scriptures Teach Shorter Catechism Q & A # 3 Q. What do the scriptures principally teach? A. The scriptures principally teach what man is to believe concerning God, and what duty God requires of man. Memorize Q & A—Exposition By the action of the Holy Spirit the Scriptures of the Old ...
Lesson #2–God’s Given Rule Shorter Catechism Q & A # 2 Q. What rule hath God given to direct us how we may glorify him? A. The word of God, which is contained in the scriptures of the Old and New Testaments, is the only rule to direct us how we may glorify ...
Lesson #1—Glorify and Enjoy God Shorter Catechism Q & A #1 Q. What is the chief end of man? A. Man’s chief end is to glorify God, and to enjoy him forever. Memorize Q & A—Exposition The “end” or conclusion of our lives is illustrated (Rom. 6:21–22) in the fruit of righteousness [the ...
[Editor's Note: In honor of Reformation Day, 31 October 2009, being the one-year anniversary of the web-based Christian Observer, beginning on Wednesday, 4 November 2009, the Christian Observer will publish, D.V., for 107 consecutive Wednesdays, one lesson per week from Dr. Robert LaMay's book Disciple the Teacher and ...
. . Contents . Introduction: October 31, 2009 Catechizing God’s People Instructed of God Some Suggestions Check List References Further notes on “Discipling by Catechizing” Confessional Faith Lesson # 1—Glorify and Enjoy God: November 4, 2009 Shorter Catechism Q & A # 1 Lesson # ...
Our Conduct in Christ November 1, 2009 Lesson: 1 Peter 1:13–25 Key Verse: 1 Peter 1:15–16 Introduction Peter has been instructing the saints in Asia Minor about the genuineness of their faith, which is more precious than gold, being tested by fire to the praise and glory of Christ Jesus. He went on to ...