Bible Study: Week of December 10 – December 16, 2017

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Overview: There was nothing that we could contribute to God’s salvation plan. He gave the ultimate gift of gifts — His only begotten Son. Therefore, we are saved by God’s grace through faith in Jesus! We must purpose to give people a glimpse of this free gift of life by sharing the gospel. If they drink of this living water, they will never thirst again. However, this doesn’t mean that Christians will have a bed of ease.

There are times when things don’t go according to plan and this can bring on anxieties. The Bible tells us to cast all of our cares on the Lord and He will sustain us and give us His peace. As we continue to do Kingdom work, we must never think that it’s us, instead, give God the glory for choosing us to be His workmanship as He purpose to do what is well pleasing in His sight.

Regardless of our limitations, whether it’s age or other hindering factors, we must not grow weary in doing well because we will reap a harvest. Remember, we can do all things through Christ who strengthens us.

Our primary focus throughout our life of witnessing should be to tell others that Jesus brought salvation and forgiveness to fallen mankind. With grateful hearts, let’s share the truth about Jesus with those who are oppressed, perhaps, they to may long to know Him. HE is more than a hero and those who will receive the truth will be set free.

***The Scriptures for this week’s lessons are taken from the NEW ENGLISH TRANSLATION (NET).  The NET BIBLE is a completely new translation of the Bible! It was completed by more than 25 scholars – experts in the original biblical languages – who worked directly from the best currently available Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek texts.To learn more, visit New English Translation.***

Monday, December 11, 2017 – It’s All a Gift – Ephesians 2:1-9

Focus: God extended His grace by sending the gift of His Son, Jesus to save us. Let’s be as generous by sharing this news with others. It’s our reasonable act of worship.

Scriptures: Matthew 28:18-20; Isaiah 55:1-2

Tuesday, December 12, 2017 – The Cure for Anxiety – Philippians 4:1-9

Focus: God doesn’t want us to be anxious about the uncertainties of life’s problems. Instead, we must learn to trust Him with our cares and rest in His peace.

Scriptures: Philippians 4:13; 1 Peter 5:7; Psalm 55:22

Wednesday, December, 13, 2017 – It Isn’t Me – 1 Corinthians 15:1-11

Focus: God works in and through us according to His good pleasure. We must be careful in our ministry assignments to always give Him the glory.

Scriptures: Matthew 5:13-16

Thursday, December 14, 2017 – With God’s Help – Joshua 14:7-15

Focus: Through our battles in life, we must be reminded that God is helping us. Regardless of age, let’s not grow weary in doing great things for the kingdom.

Scriptures: Psalm 71:16-18

Friday, December 15, 2017 – More Than a Hero – John 1:1-5, 9-14

Focus: Jesus brought salvation and forgiveness to mankind. He is more than a hero. We must be thankful and pray for those who are oppressed that they will soon long to know the Truth and be set free.

Scriptures: Matthew 10:7-14

Thoughts from Sister Clovia Thompson   – Jesus Is The Gift

Jesus is the Gift that perfectly fits every heart,

And it is with His love that all celebrations start.

We rejoice in Him as we remember His birth

And thank God for sending His only Son to earth.

His life led from a manger to a cross on a hill,

Where He faithfully followed His Father’s perfect will.

He freely laid down everything so that we could freely live,

And there is no greater treasure than anyone could give.

Like a beautiful gift, it is love wrapped around the cross,

And He offered it to us at the greatest cost.

So each time that we give gifts, remember what He has done,

And honor the Perfect Gift – God’s One and Only Begotten Son!