The Wisdom Journey

It is critical that we have a firm grasp of the Bible’s teaching on the family so that we can resist challenges both from the world and from professing Christians. Jesus’ own responses to such challenges demonstrate some biblical priorities in family matters.

Prayer is not just a helpful exercise for believers. Persistent, humble, faith-filled prayer is a reflection of one’s relationship with the Lord and a necessity for everyone who seeks to follow the Lord Jesus Christ. Access all of the previous lessons, free and on-demand: https://www.wisdomonline.org/twj-library

Jesus taught us to look forward to His coming and the establishment of His righteous kingdom on earth. At the same time, we should warn unbelievers of the judgment that will accompany His return and urge them to believe in Christ and not make faulty assumptions. The FREE resource mentioned at the end of today's lesson is available here: https://www.wisdomonline.org/guide

Gratitude is a mark of a follower of Christ. We should never cease to recall God’s past work in our lives, as well as His continuing work, and praise Him for it all. Access our collection of biblically-faithful teaching resources: https://www.wisdomonline.org

The death of Jesus’ friend Lazarus provides an amazing opportunity for the Lord to present the truth of who He is. This truth exposes the hearts of people as they choose to either acknowledge Him as the Son of God or obstinately reject Him in the face of undeniable proof. Our collection of resources fill help you know what the Bible says, understand what it means, and apply it to your life: https://www.wisdomonline.org

Following the Lord Jesus means directing our lives away from ourselves and toward God and others. Humility, integrity, forgiveness, faithfulness, and selfless service should characterize our lives. Access our collection of biblically-faithful teaching resources: https://www.wisdomonline.org

Outward circumstances have nothing to do with a person’s eternal destiny. All people must personally respond in faith to the gospel of Christ. That gospel is available to them in the Bible, as we simply present it to them and allow the Word to do its convicting work. Sign up for text or email updates from Stephen Davey and Wisdom International. https://www.wisdomonline.org/email

Marriage is not easy. And it becomes extremely difficult when serious sin enters the picture. For believers, is divorce an option, and if so, under what circumstances? We need to look to the Bible for God’s instruction concerning this challenging issue. Stephen has a full-length sermon on this topic available here: https://www.wisdomonline.org/teachings/luke-lesson-85

Money is a useful tool, but it can also be a deadly temptation. Jesus teaches us that it is only when we use money wisely as good stewards of God that it produces benefits of eternal value. Stephen's entire collection of Bible teaching resources is free online: https://www.wisdomonline.org

Only when we see ourselves as sinners can we understand and appreciate God’s marvelous grace. And it is in offering grace to others that we demonstrate Godlike character. Jesus’ story of two prodigals illustrates these truths. The free resource offered at the end of this lesson is available here: https://www.wisdomonline.org/lp/understanding