Communion: The remarkable love of God seeks to save us from His wrath (Eph 2:1-7). (1 Cor 3:1-4) God’s revelation to mankind. Study of verses 1-4. The Corinthians had made little spiritual progress due to their sinful lives (1:10). We must not let divisions/sin hinder us.

Deut 1:19-46. Israel refuses to enter land (v. 19-33); penalty for their rebellion (v. 34-46). Background (Num 13:17-14:4). How often do we assume the worst when adversity appears? Our God is a loving God. We must call upon Him and trust Him with the solution.

(Ps 90:1-17) God’s everlasting love. (1 Cor 2:9-16) Study of verses 14-16. Believers need a human spirit to understand spiritual information taught by the Holy Spirit (Jn 14:15-17, 26; Is 40:13). The unbeliever does not have a human spirit. The Holy Spirit acts as a human spirit for the unbeliever, so the unbeliever can at least understand the gospel message.

Deut 1:5-33. A review of Israel's history: the promised land (v. 6-8), the tribal leaders' appointment (v. 9-19), and Israel's refusal to enter the land (v. 19-33). Like Israel, God is providing for us every day. We must have the strength and faith to follow Him (Josh 1:9).

(Ps 86: 1-13) How God provides for us. (1 Cor 2:10-16) Study of verses 10-13. Paul continues to contrast spiritual wisdom with worldly wisdom. As we understand human things through our human spirit, conversely we can only learn spiritual things through the Holy Spirit (v. 10-13; 1 Thes 5:23).

Deut 1:1-8. Overall lesson reiterated: listen, learn and live. Preview points, timeline and maps reviewed. What is meant by "covenant" (4:13). Ancient Near East covenant format. Study of verses 1:1-4. God wants us to look to the past for lessons for the future.

Update on Pastor Inghram's health. (Ps 18:1-2) Our love for God. (1 Cor 2:6-9) Paul speaks of the wisdom of God. Study of verses 6-9. There is no greater power in the world than God the Holy Spirit working through the Word of God. The hidden knowledge of God is abundant.

Introduction to the Book of Deuteronomy. Context and background on Israelites and Moses (Deut 31). The overall application/lesson: hear, learn and obey (Deut 31:12). Name, author, date, historical background, recipients, place of writing, purpose and outline.

(Titus 2:11-15) Communion: The meaning of the spiritual life and the redemption we have in Christ. Reading from Roger Patterson’s article, “Are the Symbols and Customs of Easter of Pagan Origin?” The meaning or importance of the resurrection (Lk 9:22; 1 Cor 15:12-17; Rom 8:34).

Update on Pastor Inghram's health. Job 42:12-17. Job's blessings examined. Remarks on prosperity gospel. God blesses or holds back blessings based on His purpose for our lives. We must keep our eyes focused on Him. Principles from the Book of Job.  End of series.