Sunday School Lessons
Mrs. Daisy B. Scott - Superintendent
(Updated October 28, 2024)

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October 27, 2024 – Boldness


Principle Topic – Boldness to Stand Courageously in
God's Providence

Focus Verses (KJV)- 1 Kings 18:5-18 KJV

Focus Verses (NLT)- 1 Kings 18:5-18 NLT

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The Key Verse -

(In King James Version):

"And he answered, I have not troubled Israel; but thou, and thy father's house, in that ye have forsaken the commandments of the LORD, and thou hast followed Baalim." (1 Kings 18:18, KJV)




The Key Verse -
(In New Living Translation):

“I have made no trouble for Israel,” Elijah replied. “You and your family are the troublemakers, for you have refused to obey the commands of the LORD and have worshiped the images of Baal instead.” (1 Kings 18:18, NLT)



What shall we learn from this lesson:

Context:

Our region of the country is now going through what the weather people say is a drought but, by comparison, our lack of rain is nothing compared to what Israel went through.

The drought would last for years resulting in the Crops and animals dying from lack of water. Elijah had declared the drought was coming (1 Kings 17:1 NLT) and he declared when it would end (1 Kings 18:1 NLT).

Israel's drought had been sent by God as a result of the disobedience of the people and the evil actions of their King Ahab and his queen Jezebel who had brought the worship of the false god Baal into the kindom. She worshiped Baal.

The Prophet, was hated by Ahab and Jezebel because he worshiped YHWH, the only true God. Their worship of the false god Baal and other sinful acts had justified the punishment of the drought.

Elijah was a man of boldness; unafraid to stand before kings and rulers, for his heart belonged to the Lord. He challenged the people to witness a competition between the 450 prophets of the false god Baal against only him and the only true God. Elijah was the only remaining prophet of the true God.

Elijah had been sent by God with a message of warning for the people. The people had fallen into idol worship. They were told to repent of their sinful ways or a great drought (and famine) would strike the land.

He was also told to go into hiding to protect him from Queen Jezebel who wanted to kill him. The ravens would bring him food (1 kings 17:6 NLT) and a brook where he would be would provide his water.

It was time for the people to decide whom they would follow: the true God or the false god baal. The competition would be such that the prophets of baal would have to call out to their false god to cause baal to bring fire from heaven to consume an offering of a bull on their altar. Then Elijah would have an opportunity do the same with another bull that would be prepared on the Lord's altar.

The prophets of Baal tried with all their might to bring forth fire from Heaven but they could not. The people saw that baal was not a real god for he did not answer the call. Then Elijah called upon the Lord and the Lord answered by sending fire from heaven to consume the altar, and the bull.

Elijah told the people to capture all the prophets of the false god baal and they were then all executed. The people then knew that the Lord God was the only true God.

From this story we learned the importance of trusting in God's provision, and that through God's strength we can overcome adversity.

Elijah demonstrated his ability to remain faithful to God despite facing significant opposition and challenges. Regardless of how bleak things may seem we are to remain boldly fateful to God. That is the theme of this lesson.

So, the next time things are not going like you believe God wants them to, remain faitful to God and boldly delare that the future is in His hands for He is sovereign and we exist in His providence under His control.

 

 

 

 

November 3, 2024 – Thanksgiving


Principle Topic – A Heart Filled with Thanksgiving

Focus Verses (KJV)- 1 Chronicles 16_8-12, 28-36 KJV

Focus Verses (NLT)- 1 Chronicles 16_8-12, 28-36 NLT

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The Key Verse -

(In King James Version):

"Give thanks unto the LORD, call upon his name, make known his deeds among the people." (1 Chronicles 16:8, KJV)




The Key Verse -
(In New Living Translation):

“Give thanks to the LORD and proclaim his greatness. Let the whole world know what he has done.” (1 Chronicles 16:8, NLT)



What shall we learn from this lesson (on Thanksgiving):

Context:

The author of 1st and 2nd Chronicles is unknown but some Bible scholars believe that it is possible that Ezra wrote both books that could have originally been one combined book. We know that Ezra travelled to Jerusalem around 458 BC and Nehemiah travelled to Jerusalem around 445 BC. 1-2 Chronicles was written around 430 BC so Ezra was in the region at that time.

The Chronicles reminded the Jewish people of their history and therefore could help then avoid some of the same shortcomings in the future. Unfortunately, that region has not been that fortunate. Wars have been going on in that area of the world for thousands of years...since the advent of human civilization in the area.

One example is the battle of Kadesh which took place over 3000 years ago (around 1274 BC. This was a battle between the Egyptian Empire and the Hittite Empire).

Chronicles also reminds the reader of joyous times such as when King David brought the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem accomplied by music and dancing. David gave to Asaph and his fellow Levites a song of Thanksgiving to the Lord. The words of that song of praise are also listed in 1 Chronicles (16:7-36) along with the names of those who were prominent in moving the Ark.

The Chronicles gives an accounting of what David was wearing and what went on that day when the Ark was moved. This joyous time was in Thanksgiving for what God had done for them and their hope of the future.

This description of the celebration meant a lot to the people who had returned to Jerusalem from Babylonian exile. They had to rebuild the Temple, and start the worship process again including sacrifices.

So, the next time things are not going like you believe God wants them to, remain faithful to Him and boldly declare that the future is in His worthy hands. For He is sovereign and everything exists in His providence under His control. As the Israelites did, we should also celebrate with Thanksgiving for all the many blessings we have received.

 

 

 



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