Sunday School

Holy, Holy, Holy

Lesson Text: Isaiah 6:1-8

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God is worthy of praise and worship.

Thought to Remember:

The removal of sin enables one to hear what God is saying.

Lessons learned:

Spirit-led worship marks true believers. Through the Spirit, we worship God by bringing all our creative faculties under Christ's rule. The Spirit enables us to offer God our worship in a way that pleases Him and brings our lives into greater conformity with His will. Like Isaiah, who experienced the burning coal to purge his sin, he realized that God was more interested in purging sin than punishing sin. So, Isaiah committed himself to God's mission for his life. Considering this lesson, I must not simply worship God on Sunday but commit myself to a life of holiness that reflects the attitude of Send me God.

My Prayer:

Dear Heavenly Father, we honor You, for You alone are worthy of our worship and adoration. We live in a world where there is a lack of reverence for Your directions and guidance. Forgive us for times when we compromised by agreeing with the culture, the world’s system. So use us as change agents to bring glory to this world. Allow us to bear witness that Your Word is true. In Jesus’ name, I pray, Amen.

The Holy Spirit Comes

Lesson Text: Act 2:1-13

In today’s lesson, we will learn that Jesus promised the Holy Spirit, and He appeared after the Power of Agreement.

Thought to Remember:

The Power of Agreement

Lessons learned:

The power of agreement is more promising than one can realize. After Jesus’ ascension, He promised another comforter would enter the believers’ lives. So, His disciples agreed to return to the upper room with a single mindset of waiting on this promise. Only when a group of 150 agreed with one accord did the Holy Spirit arrive as promised. Thus, I ask myself how many promises have failed to materialize because I failed to agree with my fellow believers.

My Prayer:

Dear Heavenly Father, what an awesome plan that You allowed to unfold. Your Son died for our sins, and You allowed the Holy Spirit to come to dwell among us to comfort and sustain us in the absence of Your Son, Jesus. Thank You for strategically placing us as the Holy Spirit guides us in the right service for Your Kingdom. In Jesus’ name, I pray, Amen.

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Proclaiming Christ

Lesson Text: Philippians 1:15-26

Paul rejoices in proclaiming the Gospel even when he is in prison.

Thought to Remember:

The Gospel is above human pettiness.

Lessons learned:

Paul recognized that his release from prison was uncertain. Despite his circumstances, Paul never lost faith in God. There was no bitterness or anger on his part since such emotions are irrelevant to spreading the gospel. I, too, must realize the insignificance of my feelings or how others feel about me when doing Kingdom work. I cannot allow the pettiness and vindictiveness of humans to interfere with the power of the Gospel.

My Prayer:

Dear Heavenly Father, help us to find our joy in Jesus Christ. Please help us to look forward to our arrival in heaven while we share the Goods News with others on earth. In Jesus’ Name, I pray, Amen.

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Live in the Light

Lesson Text: John 1:1-5; Ephesians 5:1-2,6-14

Believers must embrace the slogan - children of the light.

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Thought to Remember:

Walk in the Light

Lessons learned:

Jesus is the light of the World; therefore, believers must reflect Him the same way as the moon reflects the sun. We cannot become crescent-moon believers (half-believers) but full-moon believers. So, I must remember that I cannot reflect Jesus’ light unless I am in the light.

My Prayer:

Dear Heavenly Father, we thank You for sending Your Son to earth as the greatest gift we could ever receive. Please help us to live our lives following our Savior. In Jesus’ Name, I pray, Amen.

The Apostle Paul lays the foundation for Christ and His Church.

Thought to Remember:

Knowledge leads to perfection

Lessons learned:

Neither our minds nor our bodies can prepare us for the unity that will exist in the afterlife. In the meantime, we need to grow while realizing that the foundation of our journey is the knowledge of Christ and the unity of our faith. The unity of the faith will occur when we see Jesus as He truly is, and we know as we are known. Then and only then, when we are in a position of complete knowledge, will we be able to achieve perfection.

My Prayer:

Dear Heavenly Father, we praise and thank You for laying the foundation and making us equal with all believers. Help us to exercise the spirit of oneness among fellow believers in such a way as to bring praises to Your holy name. In Jesus’ Name, I pray, Amen.

Paul Ministers in Malta

Lesson Text: Acts 28:1:10

On his journey to Rome, Paul encounters a shipwreck, but he continues ministering to others.

Thought to Remember:

Ministers to those in need.

Lessons learned:

Even though they are now shipwrecked, Paul and Luke remain focused on the mission by serving others. In the same way, as a believer, I must exercise the ability to serve others, especially when I am undergoing a shipwrecked period in my life.

My Prayer:

Dear Heavenly Father, give us the heart of things that break Your heart. By assisting others, we pray to reflect your goodness collectively and individually. Reveal to us opportunities to serve and minister in our communities and worldwide. In Jesus’ Name, I pray, Amen.

Paul Sails for Rome

Lesson Text: Acts 27:1-2, 33-44

Paul’s journey to Rome to exercise his appeal to Emperor is met with a stormy and life-threatening decision.

Thought to Remember:

God calms life’s storms

Lessons learned:

Although the storm blocked Paul's journey to Rome, God protected him. In other words, even though you are in a storm, you are not out of God's will. Sometimes, the storm is precisely where God wants you so He can intervene and provide an opportunity for you to accomplish His purpose.

My Prayer:

Dear Heavenly Father, allow us to always trust You, even during the storms of life. Enable us to rely more on You even when the unforeseen occurs while realizing that You are always in control. In Jesus’ Name, I pray, Amen.

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Paul Before King Agrippa

Lesson Text: Acts 26:19-32

Paul shares the story of his conversion with King Agrippa while imprisoned.

Thought to Remember:

You gotta stand up for what you believe

Lessons learned:

In response to Paul's appeal to the Roman Emperor, God permitted him to share his testimony before King Agrippa, Festus, and Queen Bernice. My responsibility as a believer is to become aware of unique opportunities to share my testimony with nonbelievers while recognizing that God’s plan is constantly unfolding.

My Prayer:

Dear Heavenly Father, allow us to display our faith in Your Son, Jesus Christ. Allow us to draw others to You so they will glorify you. In Jesus’ Name, I pray, Amen.

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Philp and the Ethiopian Eunuch

Lesson Text: Acts 8:26-39

The Holy Spirit leads Philip on a journey to save one individual without knowing why.

Thought to Remember: The Gospel message is universal.

Lessons learned: As Philip completed his work in Samaria, the Spirit ordered him to leave for Gaza without explaining why. My question today is, how does one know when to move in a different direction? When clarity is lacking, this lesson illustrates the uniqueness of faith. I must become in sync with the leading of the Holy Spirit in my life without knowing the why.

My Prayer: Dear Heavenly Father, help us to be more responsive to Your promptings. Help us to have the heart to pray for the lost and to seek out those who are looking for You. I pray for anyone who comes into the door of our church. I pray for them to receive Your truth and to accept the invitation to discipleship. In Jesus’ Name, I pray, Amen.

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Simon Wants to Buy Power

Lesson Text: Acts 8:9-21

Simon the Sorcerer is the subject of this week's lesson. He uses the occult arts to elevate himself to the position of greatness. However, he quickly becomes aware of his sinful behavior when he encounters the men of God.

Thought to Remember:

One cannot buy or sell the Holy Spirit

Lessons learned:

Simon the Sorcerer was about himself. When Simon witnessed the apostles laying their hands on people as they received the Holy Spirit, it seemed like some very powerful religious magic. His lack of knowledge and his focus only on himself create the gall of bitterness. Taking this example to heart, I must refrain from self-interest arrogance, particularly in the ministry, and focus on what is in the best interest of the Kingdom.

My Prayer:

Dear Heavenly Father, forgive us for times when we have selfish motives in doing things in Your Kingdom. You desire truth in our inward parts and that we do nothing out of ambition or conceit. Purify our hearts, help us to follow Your plan for our lives, and glorify You on Earth. In Jesus’ Name, I pray, Amen.