Lesson 16 - Faith is not only a matter of believing, but a matter of actions and words shaped by faith. 

Next week's readings: Genesis 41:1-2; 6:1-8; Numbers 11:16-30; Judges 14; 1 Samuel 10:1-13; 1 Samuel 16; Psalm 139:1-2; Isiah 61:1-6; Ezekiel 11:1-13; Matthew 1:18-25; John 14:15-31; Revelation 22:7-17.

The Nicene Creed

Even as they acknowledged the signs that Jesus was and is the Son of God, his hometown rejected him. Why? The Enemy hardened their hearts.

Lesson 15 - In this lesson we move from experiencing God's grace through Christ to serving Christ as our Lord. What "lords" over your life? Next week: The Reach Toward God - Faith

Next week's readings: Genesis 4:1-8; 11:2-4; Genesis 12:1-9; Hebrews 11:8-16; Exodus 2:1-3:12; Hebrews 3:11-28; Psalm 34; Daniel 3:1-18; Romans 4; Galatians 3 

The Nicene Creed

The next teaching from the Sermon on the Mount camands Christ's disciples to defy a basic human instinct to defend one's honor. Jesus requires his followers to subject their pride, even in the most difficult times. Reining in our pride is more important than protecting our honor.