Jesus gives the Master Profit, the greatest gain in life. Our abilities must decrease as He increases in our lives. All we have accomplished are counted as loss in light of His glory and grace.

What we hope for in Christ will one day be fully attained. Bible Studies for Life Week of July 12 Bible Study from I Peter 5.

God offers success and goodness in a life that glorifies Him - His people are called to be faithful to Him! Jesus wants us to be sure we are following the right path for living.

Bible Studies for Life Senior Adults Week of July 5 The Joy Arising from Our Hope: Suffering for Christ can deepen our walk with Him.

"The Christian Patriot" by Mellish Irving Motte originally delivered at the South Congregational Church, Boston, July 5, 1840. Psalm 144:15 "Happy is that people whose God is the Lord." Edited by James Jordan. Motte describes how private morality and public politics are inextricably linked in our system of self-government. Christians and politicians must make political opinions based on what is morally right, and not act in narrow self-interest or party interest.

From authority, our elders and our God offer us their instructions in right ways of living with integrity. This is a contrast to the enticements of wicked violent sin that young people are encouraged to follow as a lifestyle.

Saul is converted because Jesus reveals Himself to him, redirecting Saul to the life of Paul.

This lesson covers verses that seem especially relevant to today's issues. Proverbs gives instruction to be kind towards others, and to avoid unjust behavior.

What character do we display in light of all of God's goodness towards us? What do we do with the blessings that God has lead us into?

Proverbs 3 offers sound advice on attaining and using wisdom in everyday life, all as God's gift.