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Rev. Larry A. Thomas, Pastor
Evelyn Mitchell, Sunday School Superintendent
Sunday School Lessons * JULY 2020
Theme: Living With Hope in a Broken World (cont)
- July 5 – The Joy Arising From Our Hope (I Peter 4:1-2, 12-19)
In the face of suffering, think like Christ. (4:1-2)
In the face of suffering, rejoice in Christ. (4:12-14)
In the face of suffering, give glory to God. (4:15-19)
The Point: Suffering for Christ can deepen our walk with Him.
- July 12 – The Culmination of our Hope (I Peter 5:5b-11)
When we humble ourselves, God exalts us. (5:5b-7)
When we resist Satan, we can remain firm in the midst of suffering. (5:8-9)
After we suffer for a little while, God will restore us to His eternal glory. (5:10-11)
The Point: What we hope for in Christ will one day be fully attained.
Theme: How Should I Respond to Politics?
- July 19 – How Should I Respond to Politics? (Romans 13:1-10)
Respond to the Government with obedience. (13:1-4)
Respond to the Government with Integrity, Respect and Honor. (13:5-7)
Respond to Political Discussions and Disagreements with Love. (13:8-10)
The Point: Reflect Christ in how you interact with politics and government.
Theme: Why Do I Need the Church?
- July 26 – We Are Joined Together (Ephesians 1:20-23, 2:8-10, 19-22)
Christ is the head of the body, the church. (1:2-23)
Christ brought us into His church by His grace. (2:8-10)
We are members together in God’s household, Christ’s church. (2:19-22)
The Point: When we come to Christ, we also become part of the body of Christ.