(Ps 66:1-4) Praise the Lord’s glorious majesty. Remembering and honoring fathers. Readings from, “A Little Fellow Follows Me” and “Strong Fathers, Strong Daughters.” Fathers are critical. Without honorable fathers, we do not have a nation that conforms to God’s plan (Prov 1:8, 17:6; Eph 6:4).

(2 Sam 22:1-4) God is our Rock. (1 Cor 10:1-5) While many of the Old Testament saints were blessed, they often failed. Still, they are our examples. Pillar of cloud and fire (Ex 13:21-22). Holy Spirit as our advocate (Rom 8:26-27). Spiritual food (Ps 78:21-25) and water (Ex 17:5-6). God provided for the Israelites and He provides for us today. 

Communion: Review of the elements. (Acts 2:1-4, Lev 23:15) Pentecost: The Feast of Weeks (7 weeks). (1 Cor 9:24-27) Running the race and receiving the reward. Success in our spiritual lives requires self-discipline. 

(Ps 102:1-2) Turning to God in times of sorrow. Memorial Day remembrance. Reading of "In Flanders Field" by John McCrae. (1 Cor 9:19-23) As believers, we are free, yet a servant to others, in order to proclaim the good news. 

Remembering Armed Forces Day. (Ps 106:1-5) Our mighty God is in the details. Update on Pastor Inghram’s health. (1 Cor 9:15-18) Serving willingly vs. serving under compulsion. Paul’s ministry brought him joy. God gives us opportunities to serve, as well.

(Ps 103:1-22) Praise for the Lord's mercies. (1 Cor 9:8-14) The authority and rights (or privileges) of the apostle continued. Review of verses 8-11. Study of verses 12-14. God provides for us so we can support those in ministry. 

Remembering Mother’s Day (2 Tim 1:5). Remarks by Abraham Lincoln. (1 Cor 9:8-11) The authority and rights of the apostle. Like the ox of the Old Testament, those in ministry should expect a share of the harvest for their work (Deut 25:4). 

(1 Jn 4:7-11) Communion: Knowing God through love. (1 Cor 9:1-7) Paul reaffirms his authority as an apostle and begins his defense to those who judge him. Those who serve in ministry should be supported by those benefitting from the ministry. 

(Ps 92:1-4) God provides for us every day. (1 Cor 8:1-13) Study of verses 7-13. Paul stresses the importance of brotherly love. We must not let our freewill as Christians lead us to be a stumbling block to weaker believers.

(Mt 28:1-9) The meaning or importance of the Resurrection. Why was it important for the Lord Jesus Christ to die (Heb 9:22; Jn 1:29; Rom 4:25)? Without an empty tomb, there is no Christianity. We serve a living Savior.