Weekly updates and training helps for use with the Bible Studies for Life Adult Curriculum.
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Being an Authentic Church – Session 4
Date: May 5, 2024 Worshiping God The Point: When we worship God together, we experience joy in His presence. Get Into the Study Share the following after discussing the opening question. For war-torn Ukraine, soccer has been a bright spot of national unity. That was evident last month when the Ukrainian men’s national soccer team […]
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4/22/2024 • 19 minutes, 36 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Being an Authentic Church – Session 3
Date: April 28, 2024 Growing in Christ The Point: We should encourage and help one another grow in Christ. Get Into the Study After reading and discussing “The Bible Meets Life,” share the following. American Christians say they are interested in discipleship. But for many, interest does not translate into being discipled or helping others […]
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4/15/2024 • 21 minutes, 2 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Being an Authentic Church – Session 2
Date: April 21, 2024 Sharing Christ The Point: We are to invite others into a relationship with Christ. Get Into the Study Share the following after discussing the opening question. Nepal is among the countries where Christianity is going viral. Though evangelism is illegal in the South Asian nation, the number of Nepalese Christians has […]
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4/8/2024 • 27 minutes, 47 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Being an Authentic Church – Session 1
Date: April 14, 2024 Built on Christ The Point: Everything in the church centers on Jesus Christ. Get Into the Study Share the following after discussing the opening question. Nonreligious people say they need churches too—only without God. That’s why a movement of secular congregations has sprung up across the Western world. One so-called “atheist […]
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4/1/2024 • 21 minutes, 59 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – It’s All About Jesus – Session 6
Date: April 7, 2024 The Mission of Jesus Shared The Point: The truth about Jesus is too big to keep to ourselves. Get Into the Study Read this story before asking the opening question. Harlem Scott is an eight-year-old student in Luling, Louisiana. She was recently asked to be brave and speak on stage during […]
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3/25/2024 • 26 minutes, 13 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – It’s All About Jesus – Session 5
Date: March 31, 2024 The Resurrection of Jesus The Point: Jesus rose again to give us victory over death. Get Into the Study Share the following story before asking Question #1. While we probably don’t want to admit it, we have all had moments of panic when a bug invaded our homes. Some brave family […]
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3/18/2024 • 25 minutes, 9 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – It’s All About Jesus – Session 4
Date: March 24, 2024 The Death of Jesus The Point: Jesus died to pay the debt of our sin. Get Into the Study Read this story before asking the question: “What never-ending task do you wish would come to an end?” I’ve often heard that “if you love what you do, you’ll never work a […]
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3/11/2024 • 27 minutes, 15 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – It’s All About Jesus – Session 3
Date: March 17, 2024 The Identity of Jesus The Point: Jesus invites us to identify with Him. Get Into the Study Share the following before asking question #1. Some Instagram users discovered that an auto-translation feature was not working accurately. Not only was it a bad translation, it created a dangerous situation. A specific combination […]
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3/4/2024 • 28 minutes, 54 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – It’s All About Jesus – Session 2
Date: March 10, 2024 The Ministry of Jesus The Point: Through His miracles and teaching, Jesus pointed us to a relationship with God. Get Into the Study Share the following before discussing Question #1 in the Personal Study Guide. Home renovations are costly ordeals. If you’ve had to budget for a project at your home […]
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2/26/2024 • 27 minutes, 32 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – It’s All About Jesus – Session 1
Date: March 3, 2024 The Mission of Jesus The Point: Jesus came to deliver the good news of salvation for all people. Get Into the Study Share the following as you discuss the opening question. Roger Rodriguez Paez had a busy week recently. Within a few days, he became a father to a little girl, […]
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2/19/2024 • 29 minutes, 12 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Owning a Faith That Matters – Session 6
Date: February 25, 2024 Maturing Faith The Point: Faith matures as we humbly obey God. Get Into the Study As you discuss Question #1, share the following: “It’s the prime home-buying years for” millennials, and yet, the data shows: they aren’t buying. Many are sitting back, “waiting for more favorable conditions.” Housing prices are high. […]
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2/12/2024 • 30 minutes, 5 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Owning a Faith That Matters – Session 5
Date: February 18, 2024 Confident Faith The Point: Faith displaces worry. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. On January 17th, Buckingham Palace simultaneously announced two medical events involving the British royal family: first, that the future queen, Princess Catherine, had already undergone a “planned abdominal surgery,” and second, that […]
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2/5/2024 • 18 minutes, 15 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Owning a Faith That Matters – Session 4
Date: February 11, 2024 Praying Faith The Point: Faith looks to God to provide what we need. Get Into the Study After discussing Question #1, use the following information to transition from Question #1 to RECAP in the group plan and to the topic of prayer. In November, Netflix began rewarding viewers. A after binge-watching […]
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1/29/2024 • 24 minutes, 50 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Owning a Faith That Matters – Session 3
Date: February 4, 2024 Expectant Faith The Point: Faith maintains trust in God to do what no one else can do. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. Electric vehicle purchases have risen in recent years, and the current market share for EVs is now estimated at 8.5% of new […]
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1/22/2024 • 22 minutes, 59 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Owning a Faith That Matters – Session 2
Date: January 28, 2024 Yielded Faith The Point: Faith acknowledges the authority of Jesus. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. On October 4th, 2023, an alert blared out from every phone and mobile device, lasting for approximately one minute. “The test occurred simultaneously in every time zone coast to […]
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1/15/2024 • 31 minutes, 9 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – A Cry for Justice – Special Focus Session
Date: January 21, 2024 A Cry for Justice The Point: Join God in seeking justice, including justice for unborn children. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. Inflation of the U.S. Dollar has brought rising property values. In December 2023, the Dayton Daily News reported that in three Ohio counties, […]
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1/8/2024 • 29 minutes, 28 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Owning a Faith That Matters – Session 1
Date: January 14, 2024 Life-changing Faith The Point: Faith begins with the call to follow Jesus. Get Into the Study Before asking the opening icebreaker question, share the following: “Having been on only four cruises before undertaking their dramatic decision, Mike and Barbara, at ages 80 & 75, decided to “buy a condo on a […]
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1/1/2024 • 29 minutes, 28 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – A Name Like No Other – Session 6
Date: January 7, 2024 The Protection of God’s Name The Point: We can trust God to strengthen and help us. Get Into the Study As you discuss Question #1, share some of the eight essential home security tips, as well as five cybersecurity tips: Cybersecurity can help individuals protect their online activities, ensuring their information […]
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12/25/2023 • 23 minutes, 42 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – A Name Like No Other – Session 5
Date: December 31, 2023 The Righteousness of God’s Name The Point: We can know righteousness when we know and walk with Jesus. Get Into the Study Lead group members to consider “The Point” and then share the following story: After Tony Perkins became a Christian, he couldn’t remain silent when his fifth-grade teacher taught evolution. […]
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12/18/2023 • 22 minutes, 9 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – A Name Like No Other – Session 4
Date: December 24, 2023 The Salvation Expressed in God’s Name The Point: Everyone who calls on the name of Jesus will be saved. Get Into the Study As you discuss Question #1, point out that when a memory involves one or more of the five senses, it is even more vivid to us. Compare the […]
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12/11/2023 • 18 minutes, 51 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – A Name Like No Other – Session 3
Date: December 17, 2023 The Love Expressed in God’s Name The Point: We can call upon the name of God because He loves us deeply. Get Into the Study After discussing Question #1, share the following story of a father’s love for his sons: On a sunny Florida day two dads, Nate Davenport and Seth […]
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12/4/2023 • 18 minutes, 32 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – A Name Like No Other – Session 2
Date: December 10, 2023 The Majesty of God’s Name The Point: God is majestic and exalted by everything He does. Get Into the Study Invite group members to name some worship postures that are sometimes seen in our church services. Share the following: Let’s think about what God’s desire is for our worship. The Psalms […]
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11/27/2023 • 24 minutes, 25 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – A Name Like No Other – Session 1
Date: December 3, 2023 The Importance of God’s Name The Point: God’s name reveals He is the all-powerful God whom we can completely trust. Get Into the Study Instead of asking Question #1, invite group members to tell if they have a domain name and what it is. Share the following: A domain name is […]
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11/20/2023 • 21 minutes, 27 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – God Deserves Our Thanks – Special Focus Session
Date: November 26, 2023 God Deserves Our Thanks The Point: We have so much to thank God for. Get Into the Study Share the following after discussing Question 1. One value many parents try to instill in their children is the duty of taking care of others, especially their family members. A young girl named […]
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11/13/2023 • 29 minutes, 2 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Confident in the Face of Hard Questions – Session 6
Date: November 19, 2023 Is Hell Real? The Point: Eternal punishment awaits those who do not follow Christ. Get Into the Study Share the following after discussing Question 1. A common statement that shaped many people’s conversation skills was to never discuss religion or politics with others to avoid controversial topics. In a society where […]
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11/6/2023 • 24 minutes, 19 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Confident in the Face of Hard Questions – Session 5
Date: November 12, 2023 Won’t All People Ultimately Go to Heaven? The Point: God’s kingdom is reserved for those who obediently follow Him. Get Into the Study Share the following after discussing The Bible Meets Life. One of the major points that Universalism makes is that the primary teaching of all major world religions is […]
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10/30/2023 • 25 minutes, 2 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Confident in the Face of Hard Questions – Session 4
Date: November 5, 2023 Is Jesus the Only Way to God? The Point: Because Jesus is the Son of God, He is the only one who can bring us to God. Get Into the Study Share the following after discussing the opening question: Sometimes people feel trapped when they’ve been doing the same thing for […]
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10/23/2023 • 21 minutes, 57 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Confident in the Face of Hard Questions – Session 3
Date: October 29, 2023 Why Do We Suffer? The Point: We may not know why we suffer, but God meets us in our suffering. Get Into the Study Share the following after discussing Question 1. It can be incredibly difficult to admit when you’ve done something wrong, especially when it became a public spectacle. Wildfires […]
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10/16/2023 • 24 minutes, 22 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Confident in the Face of Hard Questions – Session 2
Date: October 22, 2023 Are Miracles Relevant? The Point: Miracles are acts of God that point to Jesus and glorify Him. Get Into the Study Share the following as a part of discussing Question 1. God’s design is full of things that modern science cannot fully explain. We have our own suppositions of how the […]
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10/9/2023 • 33 minutes, 54 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Confident in the Face of Hard Questions – Session 1
Date: October 15, 2023 Does it Really Matter Which “Truth” I Believe? The Point: Knowing the truth of Christ is the only way we can experience freedom. Get Into the Study Sare the followng after discussing Question 1. The Kunsten Museum of Modern Art in Denmark had something happen to them that seemed too surprising […]
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10/2/2023 • 22 minutes, 31 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Staying True in a World Far from God – Session 6
Date: October 8, 2023 Prepare for Battle The Point: God strengthens us as we pray and engage in spiritual battle. Get Into the Study After discussing Question #1 share the following story. On Labor Day, quarterback Riley Leonard led Duke University to an impressive upset 28–7 victory over ninth ranked Clemson University. The victory broke […]
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9/25/2023 • 29 minutes, 18 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Staying True in a World Far from God – Session 5
Date: October 1, 2023 Confess Wholeheartedly The Point: Confession and repentance keep us close to God. Get Into the Study Begin the study by discussing Question #1, then share the following: For fifteen years, Tony Peralta’s favorite hiding place was Roswell, New Mexico. That came to an end this past May when police found him […]
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9/18/2023 • 30 minutes, 41 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Staying True in a World Far from God – Session 4
Date: September 24, 2023 Live Courageously The Point: Do the right thing in God’s strength. Get Into the Study After discussing the opening question, follow up with this question: While there are many things that we can point to that have made our life easier, are there changes or events happening today that cause you […]
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9/11/2023 • 22 minutes, 52 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Staying True in a World Far from God – Session 3
Date: September 17, 2023 Speak Truth Boldly The Point: Being a bold witness for God sometimes means speaking hard truth. Get Into the Study After discussing Question #1, share the following illustration. In the September 2023 edition of The Atlantic magazine, columnist David Brooks asked two questions. The first was “Why have Americans become so […]
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9/4/2023 • 22 minutes, 48 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Staying True in a World Far from God – Session 2
Date: September 10, 2023 Pray with Passion The Point: Our prayers really do make a difference. Get Into the Study Share the following illustration after discussing the opening question. The destructive wildfires that recently ravaged the island of Maui have been described as the largest natural disaster in Hawaii state history. Authorities reported on August […]
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8/28/2023 • 29 minutes, 28 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Staying True in a World Far from God– Session 1
Date: September 3, 2023 Develop Strong Convictions The Point: Our convictions, not our circumstances, define who we are. Get Into the Study Before discussing Question #1, share the following illustration. Every generation brings about a change in culture. Some are positive and some can be negative. According to a report on the Buzznet website, millennials […]
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8/21/2023 • 25 minutes, 49 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Abigail: A Woman of Wisdom – Special Focus Session
Date: August 27, 2023 Abigail: A Woman of Wisdom The Point: Step in to keep a bad situation from getting worse. Get Into the Study As you recap the content in “The Bible Meets Life,” share the following. For LaQuista Erinna, it seemed like a bad situation was about to get worse. Her autistic 7-year-old […]
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8/14/2023 • 35 minutes, 51 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Set Apart: A Life Lived for God – Session 6
Date: August 20, 2023 Set Apart for the Journey The Point: Growing in Christ is a lifelong journey. Get Into the Study As you recap the content in “The Bible Meets Life,” share the following. Sometimes the most valuable projects in life take the longest time. That’s true for space exploration, which explains why NASA […]
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8/7/2023 • 28 minutes, 24 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Set Apart: A Life Lived for God – Session 5
Date: August 13, 2023 Set Apart in the Way We Live The Point: We grow in Christlikeness as we walk in truth and love. Get Into the Study As you recap the content in “The Bible Meets Life,” share the following. Acting in movies may be harmless. But when nonbelievers perceive that Christians’ spirituality is […]
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7/31/2023 • 30 minutes, 45 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Set Apart: A Life Lived for God – Session 4
Date: August 6, 2023 Set Apart in the Way We Think The Point: Living for Christ changes the way we think. Get Into the Study As you discuss the opening question, share the following. Medical professionals in Europe are beginning to change their minds about the idea of helping children make gender transitions. Western nations […]
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7/24/2023 • 30 minutes, 12 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Set Apart: A Life Lived for God – Session 3
Date: July 30, 2023 Set Apart but Not Alone The Point: The Holy Spirit helps us know how to live holy lives. Get Into the Study As you recap the content in “The Bible Meets Life,” share the following: The quest for wisdom has gone digital. The market for artificial intelligence (AI) exploded this year […]
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7/17/2023 • 19 minutes, 49 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Set Apart: A Life Lived for God – Session 2
Date: July 23, 2023 Set Apart by Christ The Point: In Christ, we are dead to sin but alive to God. Get Into the Study As you recap the content in “The Bible Meets Life,” share the following. Teach companies sometimes attempt to limit the spread of viral content online. But as with sin’s spread, […]
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7/10/2023 • 29 minutes, 35 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Set Apart: A Life Lived for God – Session 1
Date: July 16, 2023 Set Apart: The Holiness of God The Point: God is holy and set apart from everything else in His creation. Get Into the Study As you recap the content in “The Bible Meets Life,” share the following. God’s holiness increasingly is a foreign concept in America. In fact, Americans don’t even […]
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7/3/2023 • 25 minutes, 19 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Mentoring: Investing in Others – Session 6
Date: July 9, 2023 Paul and Timothy The Point: Focus your mentoring on growth in Christ and in His Word. Get Into the Study Share the following before Question 1 to spark discussion. As technology has advanced, computers have become increasingly capable of simulating reality with startling accuracy. According to a Business Insider article, “Media […]
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6/26/2023 • 19 minutes, 57 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Mentoring: Investing in Others – Session 5
Date: July 2, 2023 Barnabas and Paul The Point: Expect mentoring relationships to change over time. Get Into the Study Use the following before asking Question 1. For many, the idea of stepping on the scales or measuring the waistline is dreadful. So it was probably a relief to some Air Force personnel when the […]
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6/19/2023 • 36 minutes, 17 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Mentoring: Investing in Others – Session 4
Date: June 25, 2023 Mordecai and Esther The Point: Encourage others to follow God’s leadership—no matter the cost. Get Into the Study Use the following as a springboard into Question 1: On Sunday, June 4, Elina Svitolina defeated Daria Kasatkina in an unexpected Ukrainian victory over Russia in the French Open. Svitolina had made it […]
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6/12/2023 • 23 minutes, 3 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Mentoring: Investing in Others – Session 3
Date: June 18, 2023 Eli and Samuel The Point: Don’t let past mistakes prevent you from being an effective mentor. Get Into the Study Use the following before or after Question #1. There are lots of clichés expressing the potential value in failure, or at least the temporary nature of our failures. “If at first […]
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6/5/2023 • 20 minutes, 24 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Mentoring: Investing in Others – Session 2
Date: June 11, 2023 Moses and Joshua The Point: Mentor and disciple those who come after you. Get Into the Study Use the following after discussing Question #1 and calling attention to The Point. The news of Tim Keller’s death on Friday, May 19 brought a unified sense of sadness over the loss of such […]
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5/29/2023 • 27 minutes, 12 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Mentoring: Investing in Others – Session 1
Date: June 4, 2023 Jethro and Moses The Point: Be ready to give and receive godly wisdom. Get Into the Study Use this story after discussing Question 1. About a month ago, surveillance cameras captured footage of a baby in a stroller rolling toward a busy highway. The frightening video quickly went viral. While the baby’s […]
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5/22/2023 • 24 minutes, 8 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Avoiding a Critical Spirit – Special Focus Session
Date: May 28, 2023 Session Title: Avoiding a Critical Spirit The Point: Guard your heart against criticizing others. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. Westminster Abbey hosted over two-thousand spectators as King Charles III was anointed King of the British Commonwealth, earlier this month. With senior royals wearing historic […]
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5/15/2023 • 26 minutes, 20 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Dealing with Temptation – Session 6
Date: May 21, 2023 Session Title: The Strength to Stand Against Temptation The Point: God equips us to stand our ground against temptation. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. One person was killed, five were injured, and approximately $100 million of damage was done, when on April 18, 2023, […]
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5/8/2023 • 20 minutes, 8 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Dealing with Temptation – Session 5
Date: May 14, 2023 Session Title: Recovering from a Fall into Temptation The Point: Return to God for forgiveness and restoration. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. On April 20th, SpaceX launched its Starship rocket in South Texas. Thirty-three engines housed inside the Super Heavy rocket booster made it […]
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5/1/2023 • 24 minutes, 25 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Dealing with Temptation – Session 4
Date: May 7, 2023 Session Title: The Temptation to Place Something Else Before God The Point: The greatest joy comes from exalting God. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. In February of this year, Americans were riveted by scenes from Alex Murdaugh’s trial for the murders of his wife, […]
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4/24/2023 • 25 minutes, 11 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Dealing with Temptation – Session 3
Date: April 30, 2023 Session Title: The Temptation to Test God The Point: We can trust God without putting Him to the test. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. Two months ago, a series of deadly earthquakes hit along the border of Turkey and Syria, snuffing out tens of […]
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4/17/2023 • 25 minutes, 24 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Dealing with Temptation – Session 2
Date: April 23, 2023 Session Title: The Temptation to Rely on Myself Instead of God The Point: God’s provision is always better than what we try to get for ourselves. Get Into the Study Use the following information after Question #1 as a lead-in into The Point of the study. For David Kilgore, the first […]
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4/10/2023 • 26 minutes, 24 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Dealing with Temptation – Session 1
Date: April 16, 2023 Session Title: The Source of Temptation The Point: We have no one to blame but ourselves when we fall into sin. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. Begin by referencing this news item: https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/insulin-users-respond-price-cuts-eli-lilly-novo-nordisk-sanofi-rcna75448 ay: Insulin is an essential hormone that diabetics’ bodies either don’t […]
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4/3/2023 • 21 minutes, 38 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – My Encounter with Jesus – Session 6
Date: April 9, 2023 Session Title: Jesus Rose Again to Give Me Life The Point: Jesus’s resurrection offers eternal life for me. Get Into the Study After discussing the icebreaker question, ask: Have you ever thought about what your funeral will be like? Who will be there? What music will you want played? It’s probably safe […]
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3/27/2023 • 20 minutes, 2 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – My Encounter with Jesus – Session 5
Date: April 2, 2023 Session Title: Jesus Died for Me The Point: Jesus’s death on the cross made forgiveness possible for me. Get Into the Study Before asking the icebreaker question, ask if anyone can define the term Imposter Syndrome. Allow time for answers and examples of when students have felt this way. According to […]
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3/20/2023 • 24 minutes, 59 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – My Encounter with Jesus – Session 4
Date: March 26, 2023 Session Title: Jesus Opened My Eyes to the Truth The Point: Jesus led me to increasingly see who He is. Get Into the Study After asking the opening question, share this recent news article. Point out that some snakes can make themselves camouflage to hide from prey, making it difficult to […]
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3/13/2023 • 23 minutes, 38 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – My Encounter with Jesus – Session 3
Date: March 19, 2023 Session Title: Jesus Gave Me Grace and Forgiveness The Point: Jesus took my guilt and set me free. Get Into the Study After discussing the opening question, share this story: One of the longest terms in prison for an innocent inmate in a United States prison is 60 years. Imagine spending […]
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3/6/2023 • 26 minutes, 9 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – My Encounter with Jesus – Session 2
Date: March 12, 2023 Session Title: Jesus Restored My Life The Point: Jesus restored what was broken in my life. Get Into the Study Use the following story as an alternate introduction to this session. Ask: Can you name five of the people who rank among the top 10 richest people in the world? Allow […]
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2/27/2023 • 25 minutes, 14 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – My Encounter with Jesus – Session 1
Date: March 5, 2023 Session Title: Jesus Met My Greatest Need The Point: Only Jesus can truly satisfy my thirst. Get Into the Study Use the following illustration as an alternate introduction to this session. Ask: What do you think are the top 5-10 basic human needs? Allow a few minutes for students to discuss […]
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2/20/2023 • 27 minutes, 13 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – How to Discern the Voice of God – Session 6
Date: February 26, 2023 Does It Lead You to Be More Like Jesus? The Point: God’s desire is to conform us to the image of Christ. Get Into the Study Share the following after Discussing Question 1: One man many millennials and zoomers looked up to was Fred Rogers, more commonly known as Mr. Rogers. […]
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2/13/2023 • 31 minutes, 50 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – How to Discern the Voice of God – Session 5
Date: February 19, 2023 Does It Honor God? The Point: God’s voice always leads us to glorify Him and accomplish His purposes. Get Into the Study Share the following after discussing The Bible Meets Life: Just as people are awed by Michelangelo’s David, there are many master artists whose name alone makes a piece worth […]
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2/6/2023 • 29 minutes, 48 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – How to Discern the Voice of God – Session 4
Date: February 12, 2023 Does It Align with God’s Character? The Point:God never calls us to do something that is outside His character. Get Into the Study Share the following after discussing Question 1: Con-artists and art forgers have captured society’s imagination for years and have featured in popular media such as the movie Catch […]
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1/30/2023 • 23 minutes, 45 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – How to Discern the Voice of God – Session 3
Date: February 5, 2023 Does It Call You to Trust God? The Point: Discerning and obeying God’s voice calls for faith in Him. Get Into the Study Share the following after discussing Question 3: Damar Hamlin, player for NFL team Buffalo Bills, is an outspoken Christian. His faith inspired his teammates and fans after he […]
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1/23/2023 • 26 minutes, 21 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – How to Discern the Voice of God – Session 2
Date: January 29, 2023 Does It Bring Conviction? The Point: The voice of God seeks to convict us of the truth. Get Into the Study On Christmas 2022, a little girl opened her entire family’s gifts before everyone else was awake. Her mom was upset and took to social media, asking what she did to […]
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1/16/2023 • 30 minutes, 16 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – How to Discern the Voice of God – Session 1
Date: January 22, 2023 Does It Agree with the Bible? The Point: The voice of God never contradicts the Bible. Get Into the Study Read after discussing Question 1. With our world moving more and more online, it’s even easier for people to pretend to be someone or something they’re not. Several people lost money […]
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1/9/2023 • 25 minutes, 42 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Valued by God – Special Focus Session
Date: January 15, 2023 Session Title: Valued by God The Point: God values life and we should too. Get Into the Study Use this story after discussing question one. It’s that time of year—the time to make new year’s resolutions (or look back at whether or not we stuck to the ones we made in years […]
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1/2/2023 • 25 minutes, 4 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Putting Fear in Its Place – Session 6
Date: January 8, 2023 Session Title: Joy in Place of Fear The Point: Fear will be a thing of the past in God’s eternal kingdom. Get Into the Study Use this story after discussing the opening question. The 2022 World Cup championship game was a roller coaster until the very end—and nobody was happier when […]
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12/26/2022 • 22 minutes
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Putting Fear in Its Place – Session 5
Date: January 1, 2023 Session Title: Courage in Place of Fear The Point: Courageously follow Jesus, even in fearful circumstances. Get Into the Study Use this story after discussing question one. According to FIFA President Gianni Infantino, before the World Cup 2022 even began, it was “expected to pull in 5 billion viewers…. Very few […]
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12/19/2022 • 19 minutes, 52 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Putting Fear in Its Place – Session 4
Date: December 25, 2022 Session Title: Submission to God in Place of Fear The Point: God’s desire to work through us is no cause for fear. Get Into the Study Use this story after discussing question one. Congress is currently divided about whether or not to approve making Daylight Savings Time permanent. According to Reuters, […]
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12/12/2022 • 24 minutes, 39 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Putting Fear in Its Place – Session 3
Date: December 18Love in Place of Fear, 2022 Session Title: The Fear of God The Point: There is no room for fear when God’s love is in us. Get Into the Study Use this story after discussing question one. This year, Black Friday spending broke records. According to TechCrunch, Americans spent 9.12 billion in e-commerce […]
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12/5/2022 • 22 minutes, 54 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Putting Fear in Its Place – Session 2
Date: December 11, 2022 Session Title: Security in Place of Fear The Point: Because of Christ, nothing will keep us from God and His work in our lives. Get Into the Study Use this story after discussing question one. With Thanksgiving directly in our rearview mirror, it’s fascinating to think about the origins of the […]
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11/28/2022 • 18 minutes, 18 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Putting Fear in Its Place – Session 1
Date: December 4, 2022 The Fear of God The Point: The fear of God gives us the foundation to face all other fears. Get Into the Study Use this story after discussing question #1. When we think about fear, we often think of it as a bad thing—something to rid ourselves of, so that we […]
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11/21/2022 • 17 minutes, 29 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Three Reasons for Giving Thanks – Special Focus Session
Date: November 27, 2022 Three Reasons for Giving Thanks The Point: Give thanks for the ways God is at work in your life. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. Thanksgiving is a distinctly American holiday. But did you know there is another day for giving thanks? September 21 is […]
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11/14/2022 • 22 minutes, 17 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – How to Build Your Life on God’s Word – Session 6
Date: November 20, 2022 Communicate God’s Word The Point: Knowledge of God’s Word should not be kept to yourself; pass it on. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. Blinkist Magazine recently published an article titled “Go Beyond Small Talk: 22 Conversation Starters for 2022.” The article suggests that while […]
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11/7/2022 • 28 minutes, 36 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – How to Build Your Life on God’s Word – Session 5
Date: November 13, 2022 Obey God’s Word The Point: We display the truth and value of God’s Word as we live it out. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. This summer, Education Week published advice for new teachers who were about to start the school year. They asked veteran […]
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10/31/2022 • 26 minutes, 10 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – How to Build Your Life on God’s Word – Session 4
Date: November 6, 2022 Meditate on God’s Word The Point: Saturating our minds with Scripture keeps us focused on the things of God. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. Pittsburgh radio station WYEP (91.3 FM) recently polled its listeners, asking them their all-time favorite song. For the WYEP listeners, […]
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10/24/2022 • 23 minutes, 12 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – How to Build Your Life on God’s Word – Session 3
Date: October 30, 2022 Study God’s Word The Point: Regular study of God’s Word keeps us firmly grounded. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. On May 28, Steven Goodhart graduated from the University of Delaware with a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice. What makes Goodhart unusual is that he […]
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10/17/2022 • 28 minutes, 33 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – How to Build Your Life on God’s Word – Session 2
Date: October 23, 2022 Hear God’s Word The Point: Seize opportunities to hear God’s Word proclaimed and explained. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. The New York Times recently published an article about misophonia, a little-known syndrome where a person has strong negative emotional reactions to certain sounds. For […]
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10/10/2022 • 28 minutes, 19 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – How to Build Your Life on God’s Word – Session 1
Date: October 16, 2022 Why We Need God’s Word The Point: The Bible reveals everything we need to live victoriously. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. In years past, the popular LEGO building sets have come with a paper manual, giving detailed, step-by-step instructions for assembling that particular set. […]
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10/3/2022 • 22 minutes, 31 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – James – Session 6
Date: October 9, 2022 Faith on Display in Your Priorities The Point: No matter what lies ahead, maintain your trust and dependence on God. Get Into the Study Share this story after discussing Question #1. We have discussed how unexpected changes can bring about something better than the original plans, but have you ever thought […]
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9/26/2022 • 25 minutes, 23 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – James – Session 5
Date: October 2, 2022 Faith on Display in Facing the Enemy The Point: You can stand triumphantly in Christ over sin, the world, and Satan. Get Into the Study Share this story after the recap on preschoolers: As the world watches Great Britain’s royal family grieve the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, we notice how […]
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9/19/2022 • 25 minutes, 46 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – James – Session 4
Date: September 25 2022 Faith on Display in Your Conversations The Point: When you rely on God, your words reflect His character. Get Into the Study Use this story after the recap question: “But what if they did?” It was the slap heard around the world. Will Smith walked up to Chris Rock on the […]
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9/12/2022 • 24 minutes, 48 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – James – Session 3
Date: September 18, 2022 Faith on Display in Your Actions The Point: What you believe is seen in what you do. Get Into the Study After discussing Question #1 share this story: Francesca Teal and her husband were enjoying time together at North Beach in Hampton, New Hampshire when a horrible accident happened. While they […]
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9/5/2022 • 26 minutes, 26 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – James – Session 2
Date: September 11, 2022 Faith on Display in Your Relationships The Point: Don’t play favorites. Get Into the Study After discussing Question #2, share this story: The congregants present at Leaders of Tomorrow International Ministries in Brooklyn received a shocking surprise on Sunday, July 24, 2022. In the middle of Pastor Lamor Miller-Whitehead’s sermon, a […]
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8/29/2022 • 25 minutes, 3 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – James – Session 1
Date: September 4, 2022 Faith on Display in Hard Times The Point: God uses trials to mature your faith. Get Into the Study After discussing Question #2, share this story: While the conflict between Russia and Ukraine dominated the headlines in February 2022, the war continues with much less publicity. As of August 2022, the […]
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8/22/2022 • 26 minutes, 1 second
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – How to Love Your Neighbor – Session 6
Date: August 28, 2022 Share Christ with Your Neighbor The Point: We love our neighbors when we tell them about Jesus. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question 1. In 2018, pre-Covid, only 26% of Americans polled answered that they know most of their neighbors. While it may be a common […]
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8/15/2022 • 22 minutes, 21 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – How to Love Your Neighbor – Session 5
Date: August 21, 2022 Forgive Your Neighbor The Point: Love leads us to forgive. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question 1. “At the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, both physicians and patients embraced telehealth: in April 2020, the number of virtual visits was a stunning 78 times higher than it […]
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8/8/2022 • 30 minutes, 43 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – How to Love Your Neighbor – Session 4
Date: August 14, 2022 Honor Your Neighbor The Point: Love is seen in how we honor others. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question 1. Observing flights is a long-held method of maintaining skills as a pilot, but is also a key tool for training new pilots. A researcher investigated whether […]
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8/1/2022 • 30 minutes, 11 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – How to Love Your Neighbor – Session 3
Date: August 7, 2022 Pray for Your Neighbor The Point: Love your neighbors by taking their needs to God in prayer. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question 1. May 2022 provided a rare ‘stable’ climbing window for adventurers hoping to summit the tallest mountain in the world. This spring, 700 […]
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7/25/2022 • 19 minutes, 2 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – How to Love Your Neighbor – Session 2
Date: July 31, 2022 What Does Love Look Like? The Point: We are to love others as God loves us. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question 1. Begin by sharing this news item: “In late 2017, when art historian Eric Fortada was hanging a Etienne Terrus painting in a gallery […]
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7/18/2022 • 13 minutes, 4 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – How to Love Your Neighbor – Session 1
Date: July 24, 2022 Who is Your Neighbor? The Point: Love compels us to be the neighbor others need. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. Begin by sharing this news item: “New research from La Trobe University in Australia found that children who engage in household tasks like cooking, […]
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7/11/2022 • 30 minutes, 9 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Never Alone – Session 6
Date: July 17, 2022 United Through the Spirit The Point: The Holy Spirit brings us together as one church. Get Into the Study Use the following to introduce today’s session. It’s been 15 years since the first iPhone was released to the public. Before then, phones had limited texting, email, and internet capabilities. Now we […]
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7/5/2022 • 17 minutes, 13 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Never Alone – Session 5
Date: July 10, 2022 Walking with the Spirit The Point: The Holy Spirit leads us to display the fruit of godly character. Get Into the Study Use the following to introduce today’s session. When Russia invaded Ukraine in February, stories about the war and calls for support filled our newsfeeds and social media accounts. Since […]
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6/27/2022 • 17 minutes, 20 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Interdependent Independence – Special Focus Session
Date: July 3, 2022 Interdependent Independence The Point: Let your responsibility to others drive how you exercise your rights. Get Into the Study Use the following to introduce today’s session. Several communities around the country are opting for drone light shows instead of the traditional fireworks show for the 4th of July. Primarily citing concerns […]
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6/20/2022 • 25 minutes, 30 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Never Alone – Session 4
Date: June 26, 2022 Filled with the Spirit The Point: The Holy Spirit enables us to live as fully devoted disciples. Get Into the Study Use the following to introduce today’s session. The original Gerber baby, Ann Cook, has died at the age of 95. A charcoal sketch of Ann at five-months-old became the face […]
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6/13/2022 • 21 minutes
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Never Alone – Session 3
Date: June 19, 2022 Indwelt by the Spirit The Point: The Holy Spirit’s presence in our lives affirms our relationship with God. Get Into the Study Use the following to introduce today’s session. Google Trends for 2021 lists the most searched “How to be” phrases in the United States: #1. “How to be eligible for […]
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6/6/2022 • 29 minutes, 16 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Never Alone – Session 2
Date: June 12, 2022 Born Again by the Spirit The Point: The Holy Spirit brings us into a new life as we place our trust in Jesus. Get Into the Study Use the following to introduce today’s session. How are you planning for the future? What are you doing to meet your retirement goals? There […]
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5/30/2022 • 20 minutes, 31 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Never Alone – Session 1
Date: June 5, 2022 Convicted by the Spirit The Point: The Holy Spirit convicts of sin and points to the truth of salvation. Get Into the Study Use the following to introduce today’s session. Wildlife experts across the country are reminding people not to approach wild animals. In particular, experts caution that many young animals, […]
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5/23/2022 • 24 minutes, 54 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Christ’s Return – Session 6
Date: May 29, 2022 Stay Prepared and Ready The Point: Grow in Christ as you wait for His return. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. Thursday night April 7th, people were eating dinner in the Bottagra Restaurant in Hawthorne, New Jersey, when the nearby Passaic River began to flood. An […]
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5/16/2022 • 22 minutes, 46 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Christ’s Return – Session 5
Date: May 22, 2022 Keep Serving Faithfully The Point: Serve Christ faithfully as you wait for His return. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. At the recent Winter Olympics held in Beijing in February, a number of older athletes competed with some of them winning medals. For athletes like […]
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5/9/2022 • 23 minutes, 1 second
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Christ’s Return – Session 4
Date: May 15, 2022 Trust God’s Timing The Point: Jesus is certain to return even though we don’t know exactly when. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. On December 21, Matthew Jaurequi was hiking in a California canyon when he lost his footing on a patch of ice and […]
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5/2/2022 • 18 minutes, 13 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Christ’s Return – Session 3
Date: May 8, 2022 Watch for Christ’s Return The Point: When Christ returns, everyone will know it. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. Each year the National Sport Media Association presents the Woody Durham Voice of College Sports Award. The award is named for Woody Durham, who was the […]
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4/25/2022 • 22 minutes, 29 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Christ’s Return – Session 2
Date: May 1, 2022 Know What’s Coming The Point: Even in the darkest times, God has not abandoned His people. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. Rob Sanchas is a legally blind runner, training to compete in the 2022 Boston Marathon (April 18). But he does not run alone. […]
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4/18/2022 • 18 minutes, 14 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Christ’s Return – Session 1
Date: April 24, 2022 Stand Strong to the End The Point: Expect difficulty when you choose to follow Christ. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. Today the tallest building in the world is the Burj Khalifa in Dubai. But in 2013, construction began on the Jeddah Tower in Saudi […]
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4/11/2022 • 24 minutes, 58 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Jesus Lives—And You Can Too
Date: April 17, 2022 Jesus Lives—and You Can Too The Point: Rest confidently in the resurrection of Christ. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. People magazine recently published a list of celebrity sightings. This list, with photos, shows the places where celebrities have been sighted dining in public. The […]
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4/4/2022 • 22 minutes, 48 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Living Life Connected to Christ – Session 6
Date: April 10, 2022 A Life of Victory The Point: In Christ, we have victory over anything the world throws at us. Get Into the Study Use the following to introduce today’s session. As the war in Ukraine entered its fourth week, NBC shared a video of a Ukrainian soldier declaring, “Victory will be ours.” […]
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3/28/2022 • 22 minutes, 4 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Living Life Connected to Christ – Session 5
Date: April 3, 2022 A Life of Persecution The Point: Living like Jesus means being treated as He was. Get Into the Study Use the following to introduce today’s session. Tom Brady has unretired less than two months after announcing his retirement from the NFL. When the 44-year-old quarterback announced his retirement in February, news […]
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3/21/2022 • 29 minutes, 15 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Living Life Connected to Christ – Session 4
Date: March 27, 2022 A Life of Love The Point: Remaining in Christ means our relationships are marked by love. Get Into the Study Use the following to introduce today’s session. The war in Ukraine, Covid numbers, political division, gas prices, inflation: our newsfeeds have been filled with turmoil. We could all use an infusion […]
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3/14/2022 • 22 minutes, 43 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Living Life Connected to Christ – Session 3
Date: March 20, 2022 A Life of Trust The Point: We can trust Jesus because He is the way, the truth, and the life. Get Into the Study Use the following to introduce today’s session. Church leaders in Ukraine are asking for prayer and Bibles as Russia has invaded their country. In the midst of […]
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3/7/2022 • 23 minutes, 47 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Living Life Connected to Christ – Session 2
Date: March 13, 2022 A Life of Loyalty The Point: Connection to Christ calls for consistent loyalty. Get Into the Study Use the following to introduce today’s session. Rumors have been circulating about top golf-professionals leaving the PGA for a proposed Golf Super League. According to CNN Sports, this new league is “attempting to attract […]
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2/28/2022 • 24 minutes, 26 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Living Life Connected to Christ – Session 1
Date: March 6, 2022 A Life of Humble Service The Point: We reflect Christ when we serve others with humility. Get Into the Study Use the following to introduce today’s session. The Batman is the most recent of the DC superhero films. Promotions for the film have included the typical teaser posters, trailers, and images, […]
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2/21/2022 • 21 minutes, 51 seconds
Extra! Ideas for Adults – How to Avoid Life’s Pitfalls – Session 6
Date: February 27, 2022 The Pitfall of Guilt and Grudges The Point: We can only move forward when we embrace God’s forgiveness. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. In late December, Jeremy Pascal was skiing with friends in Olympic Valley, California, when he got stuck in the snow. Pascal […]
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2/14/2022 • 23 minutes, 18 seconds
Extra! Ideas for Adults – How to Avoid Life’s Pitfalls – Session 5
Date: February 20, 2022 The Pitfall of Bitterness The Point: Relationships can only move forward with forgiveness. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. Begin by sharing this news item: A few months ago, The Vacationer, a travel website, conducted a survey asking people “What traditional Thanksgiving food do you […]
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2/7/2022 • 22 minutes, 51 seconds
Extra! Ideas for Adults – How to Avoid Life’s Pitfalls – Session 4
Date: February 13, 2022 The Pitfall of Hard Times The Point: Trust God to see you through any crisis. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. The Pew Research Center has conducted research, asking Americans questions related to the COVID-19 pandemic. Here are some of their findings: * 89% of […]
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1/31/2022 • 14 minutes, 56 seconds
Extra! Ideas for Adults – How to Avoid Life’s Pitfalls – Session 3
Date: February 6, 2022 The Pitfall of Injustice The Point: Press forward in spite of injustice. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. Begin by sharing this news item: Last September, the Guinness World Records 2022 book was released. Chris Nikic’s name is included in the book. Chris set a […]
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1/24/2022 • 23 minutes, 24 seconds
Extra! Ideas for Adults – How to Avoid Life’s Pitfalls – Session 2
Date: January 30, 2022 The Pitfall of Temptation The Point: Remembering what is at stake helps us overcome temptation. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. Begin by sharing this news item: Last October, the EatThis,NotThat! website published a list of the most popular snack foods in America. Based on […]
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1/18/2022 • 28 minutes, 24 seconds
Extra! Ideas for Adults – How to Avoid Life’s Pitfalls – Session 1
Date: January 23, 2022 The Pitfall of Betrayal The Point: God is at work, even when it’s not obvious. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. Graduate students at Binghamton University recently published a study describing the qualities people value in team members in the workplace. Their study showed that […]
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1/10/2022 • 20 minutes, 16 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Seeking Justice in an Unjust World – Special Focus
Date: January 16, 2022 Session: Seeking Justice in an Unjust World The Point: Join God in pursuing justice in the face of indifference and oppression. Get Into the Study Use the following story as an alternate introduction to this session. In December of 2021, the Justice Department closed its investigation on the grisley Mississippi murder […]
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1/3/2022 • 28 minutes, 8 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Irrefutable – Session 6
Date: January 9, 2022 Session: The Ruler Who Cares for His People The Point: Jesus leads and cares for His people. Get Into the Study Use the following story as an optional introduction to the session. Former Republican Senator Bob Dole passed away in December of 2021 at age 98. As a servant of our […]
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12/27/2021 • 23 minutes, 32 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Irrefutable – Session 5
Date: January 2, 2022 Session: The Light and Glory of God The Point: Jesus reveals God’s glory and love. Get Into the Study Use the following as an alternate introduction to this session. We have arrived at the longest, darkest months of winter, and as a result, many people will suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder […]
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12/20/2021 • 22 minutes, 35 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Irrefutable – Session 4
Date: December 26, 2021 Session: The King Who Reigns Forever The Point: Jesus rules His kingdom now and forever. Get Into the Study Use the following story to as an alternate introduction to this session. In June of 2022 (in addition to an entire year of events), Great Britain will celebrate Queen Elizabeth’s Platinum Jubilee—a […]
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12/13/2021 • 19 minutes, 4 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Irrefutable – Session 3
Date: December 19, 2021 Session: The Savior Who Came to Save Us The Point: Jesus came for our salvation. Get Into the Study Use the following story to introduce session three. It’s easy to think of Abraham Lincoln when you think of abolition—but have you heard the name William Wilberforce? Paving the way for an […]
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12/6/2021 • 18 minutes, 34 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Irrefutable – Session 2
Date: December 12, 2021 Session: The Light in the Darkness The Point: Jesus shines His light into a dark world. Get Into the Study Use the following story as an alternate introduction to this session. On Thursday night, November 18, the moon underwent a partial lunar eclipse in which the moon was 97 percent covered […]
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11/29/2021 • 30 minutes, 11 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Irrefutable – Session 1
Date: December 5, 2021 Session: God With Us The Point: Jesus is Immanuel—God with us. Get Into the Study Use the following story as an alternate introduction to this session. As the world slowly and awkwardly shifts back to “in-person” life, after months and months of Zoom, Facetime, texting, and phone calls, there is a […]
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11/22/2021 • 22 minutes, 23 seconds
Extra! Ideas for Adults – Walking in Confidence – Session 6
Date: November 28, 2021 Confidence in Times of Testing The Point: Trust God even when your faith is tested. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. At the height of the Covid pandemic in 2020, Rusty Ford was a church planter and missionary with the International Mission Board in Seville, […]
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11/15/2021 • 31 minutes, 41 seconds
Extra! Ideas for Adults – Give Thanks to God
Date: November 21, 2021 Give Thanks to God The Point: Our thanks and worship belong to God. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. In September, People magazine published a survey about American’s Thanksgiving traditions. Here are some things that the people surveyed prefer: 51% of Americans surveyed prefer a […]
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11/8/2021 • 17 minutes, 46 seconds
Extra! Ideas for Adults – Walking in Confidence – Session 5
Date: November 14, 2021 Confidence After We Fail The Point: Trust God to redeem your failures. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. D’Ernest Johnson played college football and dreamed of an National Football League (NFL) career. But coming out of college in 2018, no NFL team drafted or signed […]
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11/1/2021 • 25 minutes, 29 seconds
Extra! Ideas for Adults – Walking in Confidence – Session 4
Date: November 7, 2021 Confidence in Seasons of Uncertainty The Point: Trust God when you don’t have all the answers. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. Danielle Penney loved a house that sits on the shores of Newfoundland’s Bay of Islands. She hoped to one day own the house. […]
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10/25/2021 • 30 minutes, 1 second
Extra! Ideas for Adults – Walking in Confidence – Session 3
Date: October 31, 2021 Confidence in the Midst of Conflict The Point: Trust God when conflict disrupts your relationships. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. In June 2021, two passengers on a United flight from San Francisco to Las Vegas got into an argument over the armrest positioned between […]
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10/18/2021 • 23 minutes, 58 seconds
Extra! Ideas for Adults – Walking in Confidence – Session 2
Date: October 24, 2021 Confidence in the Face of Fear The Point: Trust God when you are overwhelmed with fear. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. Chapman University conducts an annual survey collecting data on the fears, worries and concerns of Americans. Once the survey is complete, undergraduate research […]
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10/11/2021 • 25 minutes, 51 seconds
Extra! Ideas for Adults – Walking in Confidence – Session 1
Date: October 17, 2021 The Basis for Confidence The Point: Confidence comes from trusting God. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. Begin by sharing this news item: Several years ago, Izaiah Webb was a pole vaulter and triple jumper at North Central College. He was the best freshman on […]
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10/4/2021 • 20 minutes, 58 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – No Doubt – Session 6
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. Date: October 10, 2021 Sure of Salvation The Point: We can be sure God saves us when we trust in Christ. Get Into the Study Use the following to introduce the session. Invite several volunteers to pull up a news outlet app […]
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9/27/2021 • 30 minutes, 51 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – No Doubt – Session 5
Date: October 3, 2021 Sure of God’s Love The Point: God’s love is seen when we love others as He has loved us. Get Into the Study Use the following story to introduce today’s session. This fall marks the twenty year anniversary of 9/11 and comparisons have been drawn between the tragedy of that day […]
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9/20/2021 • 22 minutes, 18 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – No Doubt – Session 4
Date: September 26, 2021 Sure of Victory The Point: Because Jesus has won the victory, His people are victorious. Get Into the Study Use the following story to introduce session four. The Paralympic Games of 2020 have served as a reminder to the world that no matter one’s situation, we can experience victory in our […]
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9/13/2021 • 22 minutes, 38 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – No Doubt – Session 3
Date: September 19, 2021 Sure of the Truth The Point: Truth is found in Jesus alone. Get Into the Study Use the following story to introduce the session. In the past few years, the increase in both real and false news being shared over social media has caused a headache for most people. How do […]
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9/6/2021 • 32 minutes, 31 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – No Doubt – Session 2
Date: September 12, 2021 Sure of Relationship The Point: My relationship with God is reflected in how I live. Get Into the Study Use the following story as an alternate introduction to this session. If you look at the home page of any news site right now, you will find a million things that are […]
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8/30/2021 • 21 minutes, 42 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – No Doubt – Session 1
Date: September 5, 2021 Sure of Forgiveness The Point: We are forgiven when we confess our sin and walk with Christ. Get Into the Study Use the following story as an alternate introduction to today’s session. If you had asked anyone who follows the Olympics what the most probable, reliable, for sure outcome of the […]
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8/23/2021 • 24 minutes, 36 seconds
Extra! Ideas for Adults – Elijah: Living Outside the Comfort Zone – Session 6
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. Date: August 29, 2021 Lead Others to Serve The Point: Lead others to serve God. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. Begin by sharing this news item: Peyton Manning was inducted into the pro football Hall […]
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8/16/2021 • 20 minutes, 33 seconds
Extra! Ideas for Adults – Elijah: Living Outside the Comfort Zone – Session 5
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. Date: August 22, 2021 Serve Even When Discouraged The Point: Serve even when discouraged. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. Seven years ago Al Nixon got up to watch the sunrise from a park bench at […]
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8/9/2021 • 29 minutes, 4 seconds
Extra! Ideas for Adults – Elijah: Living Outside the Comfort Zone – Session 4
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. Date: August 15, 2021 Serve with Loyalty The Point: God deserves our loyalty and service. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. The Milwaukee Bucks recently won the NBA championship. It was their first title in 50 […]
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8/2/2021 • 22 minutes, 52 seconds
Extra! Ideas for Adults – Elijah: Living Outside the Comfort Zone – Session 3
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. Date: August 8, 2021 Serve Through Prayer The Point: Serve those around you through consistent prayer. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. During the night on June 24, the Champlain Towers South condo building in Surfside, […]
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7/26/2021 • 23 minutes, 32 seconds
Extra! Ideas for Adults – Elijah: Living Outside the Comfort Zone – Session 2
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. Date: August 1, 2021 Serve with Trust The Point: Service to God should be fueled by trust in Him. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. Begin by sharing this news item: In May 2021, George Null, […]
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7/19/2021 • 24 minutes, 56 seconds
Extra! Ideas for Adults – Elijah: Living Outside the Comfort Zone – Session 1
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. Date: July 25, 2021 Serve with Courage The Point: Serving God often calls for courage. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. On May 2, a five-car accident happened on the bridge that crosses over Assawoman Bay […]
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7/12/2021 • 26 minutes, 39 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – The Church God Desires – Session 7
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. Date: July 18, 2021 Sufficient in Christ Alone The Point: God provides all we need as we pursue Christ daily. Get Into the Study Use the following as an alternate introduction to today’s session. The northwest US has recently experienced a record-breaking […]
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7/5/2021 • 29 minutes, 32 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – The Church God Desires – Session 6
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. Date: July 11, 2021 Faithful in All Things The Point: Faithfully trust God as you minister to others. Get Into the Study Use the following to introduce today’s session. The world’s most premature baby celebrated his first birthday on June 5th. Richard […]
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6/28/2021 • 29 minutes, 16 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – The Church God Desires – Session 5
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. Date: July 4, 2021 Vigilant Against Complacency The Point: Stay alert and focused on the things of God. Get Into the Study Use the following to introduce today’s session. People in Essonne, France, can view an original Picasso painting while grocery shopping. […]
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6/21/2021 • 34 minutes, 5 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – The Church God Desires – Session 4
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. Date: June 27, 2021 Strong in Purity The Point: Purity in all things impacts your service for Christ. Get Into the Study Use the following to introduce today’s session. We don’t usually look to rodents for advice. But Magawa, a heroic rat, […]
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6/14/2021 • 22 minutes, 41 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – The Church God Desires – Session 3
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. Date: June 20, 2021 Uncompromising with Truth The Point: When it comes to biblical truth about Christ, there is no room for compromise. Get Into the Study Use the following to introduce today’s session. The BBC has issued an apology after an […]
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6/7/2021 • 23 minutes, 14 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – The Church God Desires – Session 2
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. Date: June 13, 2021 Steadfast in Difficulties The Point: We need not fear because we are rich in God’s grace. Get Into the Study Use the following to introduce today’s session. Brood X cicadas are emerging for the first time in 17 […]
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5/31/2021 • 20 minutes, 34 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – The Church God Desires – Session 1
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. Date: June 6, 2021 Characterized by Love The Point: Ground everything you do in love for Christ. Get Into the Study [Option from Adult Leader Guide] In advance, play a video illustrating how crazy love can be sometimes. Then ask Question #1. Study […]
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5/24/2021 • 21 minutes, 29 seconds
Extra! Ideas for Adults – How to Share Christ – Session 6
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. Date: May 30, 2021 Trust God to Work The Point: Share Christ in all situations, but leave the results to God. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. Forbes magazine recently published an article titled “The Best […]
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5/17/2021 • 23 minutes, 6 seconds
Extra! Ideas for Adults – How to Share Christ – Session 5
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. Date: May 23, 2021 Share the Message The Point: Our daily conversations are opportunities to share Christ. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. Parade magazine recently published an article titled, “Let’s Talk! 250 Perfect Conversation Starters […]
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5/10/2021 • 27 minutes, 31 seconds
Extra! Ideas for Adults – How to Share Christ – Session 4
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. Date: May 16, 2021 Live the Message The Point: How we live reflects on the message we share. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. In December 2020, Forbes magazine published a list of certain companies to […]
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5/3/2021 • 23 minutes, 39 seconds
Extra! Ideas for Adults – How to Share Christ – Session 3
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. Date: May 9, 2021 The Message The Point: Jesus saves those who trust in Him. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. In January 2021, the news website Axios reported that Americans’ trust in traditional media has […]
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4/26/2021 • 25 minutes, 24 seconds
Extra! Ideas for Adults – How to Share Christ – Session 2
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. Date: May 2, 2021 Start with Prayer The Point: God calls us to pray for others’ salvation. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. When the Covid-19 pandemic arrived in early 2020, the Tokyo Olympics was postponed […]
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4/19/2021 • 22 minutes, 51 seconds
Extra! Ideas for Adults – How to Share Christ – Session 1
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. Date: April 25, 2021 Our Commission The Point: God sends us to tell others about Jesus. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. In February, Katheryn Dalrymple was working as an intern at the Clearwater Marine Aquarium […]
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4/12/2021 • 26 minutes, 2 seconds
Student Leader Training – Unit 1, Session 7
Spring 21 – Faith Foundations // How to Share Christ Unit 1, Session 7: The Return of Jesus. Matthew 24:3-8, 29-32,42-44. Jesus will return to establish His eternal kingdom.
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4/12/2021 • 4 minutes, 17 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults –Essentials of Christianity –Session 7
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. Date: April 18, 2021 The Return of Jesus The Point: Jesus will return to establish His eternal kingdom. Get Into the Study Use the following to introduce today’s session. They’ve had to wait seventeen years, but Brood X is about to have […]
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4/5/2021 • 26 minutes, 22 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults –Essentials of Christianity –Session 6
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. Date: April 11, 2021 The Work of the Holy Spirit The Point: The Holy Spirit magnifies the work of Jesus. Get Into the Study Use the following to introduce today’s session. March Madness is over. The NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament wrapped up […]
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3/29/2021 • 19 minutes, 25 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults –Essentials of Christianity –Session 5
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. Date: April 4, 2021 The Resurrection of Jesus The Point: New life is possible when we trust in the risen Christ. Get Into the Study Use the following to introduce today’s session. Japanese billionaire Yusaku Maezawa has tickets for SpaceX’s first civilian […]
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3/22/2021 • 29 minutes, 23 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults –Essentials of Christianity –Session 4
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. Date: March 28, 2021 The Death of Jesus The Point: Forgiveness is possible because Jesus died for our sins. Get Into the Study Use the following to introduce today’s session. Small businesses have been struggling during the COVID pandemic. Foggy Pine Books […]
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3/15/2021 • 27 minutes, 56 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults –Essentials of Christianity –Session 3
Preview in new tab Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. Date: March 21, 2021 The Nature of Sin The Point: We are sinners, and on our own, we can do nothing about it. Get Into the Study Use the following to introduce today’s session. Beyond Meat, the plant-based […]
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3/8/2021 • 30 minutes, 36 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults –Essentials of Christianity –Session 1
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. Date: March 7, 2021March 7 The Nature of God The Point: God has revealed Himself to us as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Get Into the Study Use the following to introduce today’s session. One of the more popular Superbowl commercials this […]
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2/22/2021 • 25 minutes, 33 seconds
Extra! Ideas for Adults – Spiritual Disciplines – Session 6
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. Date: February 28, 2021 Joining God’s Work The Point: Believers are to join God’s work in both the church and the world. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. A man named Loungi Bhuiya from Kolithwa village […]
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2/15/2021 • 22 minutes, 58 seconds
Extra! Ideas for Adults – Spiritual Disciplines – Session 5
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. Date: February 21, 2021 Connecting to Christ’s Body The Point: Spiritual growth calls for regular interaction with and ministry to other believers. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. Last fall Lane Unhjem, a North Dakota farmer, […]
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2/8/2021 • 31 minutes, 1 second
Extra! Ideas for Adults – Spiritual Disciplines – Session 4
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. Date: February 14, 2021 Maintaining Focus on God The Point: Fasting and confession keep us rightly focused on Christ. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. With the arrival of the pandemic, suddenly people who had always […]
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2/1/2021 • 25 minutes, 26 seconds
Extra! Ideas for Adults – Spiritual Disciplines – Session 3
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. Date: February 7, 2021 Intimacy with God The Point: Prayer draws us closer to Jesus as our hearts align with His. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. Statista, a company that provides marketing data, published an […]
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1/25/2021 • 21 minutes, 12 seconds
Extra! Ideas for Adults – Spiritual Disciplines – Session 2
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. Date: January 31, 2021 Knowing God The Point: Our hearts are satisfied as we encounter God through His Word. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. On December 23rd, two hikers in British Columbia got lost in […]
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1/18/2021 • 21 minutes, 38 seconds
Extra! Ideas for Adults – Spiritual Disciplines – Session 1
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway ’s Church Assistance Package. Date: January 24, 2021 The Benefit of Spiritual Disciplines The Point: Growth in Christ occurs when we practice spiritual disciplines. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. Some athletes are known for adopting habits and rituals that […]
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1/11/2021 • 28 minutes, 14 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Created for a Purpose
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. Date: January 17, 2021 Created for a Purpose The Point: God values each of us and created us for a purpose. Get Into the Study Use the following to introduce today’s session. A police officer in California has recently made national news […]
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1/4/2021 • 24 minutes, 49 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – When Emotions Rise – Session 6
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. Date: January 10, 2021 Weathering the Blues The Point: God lifts us up when we feel down. Get Into the Study Use the following to introduce today’s session. The Bob Ross Experience recently opened at the Minnetrista museum in Muncie, IN. Bob […]
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12/28/2020 • 21 minutes, 16 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – When Emotions Rise – Session 5
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. Date: January 3, 2021 Overcoming Worry The Point: God’s presence provides a way out of worry. Get Into the Study Use the following to introduce today’s session. Dentists reported increases in teeth grinding and jaw pain among patients in 2020. Anecdotal evidence […]
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12/21/2020 • 22 minutes, 5 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – When Emotions Rise – Session 4
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. Date: December 27, 2020 Redirecting Anger The Point: Take your anger to God and leave matters in His hands. Get Into the Study Use the following to introduce today’s session. The story below includes a link to a short video you can […]
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12/14/2020 • 22 minutes, 58 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – When Emotions Rise – Session 3
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. Date: December 20, 2020 Embracing Joy The Point: We can experience great joy because Jesus saves. Get Into the Study Use the following to introduce today’s session. SiriusXM will have 17 different holiday music channels to enjoy this Christmas season, including one […]
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12/7/2020 • 21 minutes, 12 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – When Emotions Rise – Session 2
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. Date: December 13, 2020 Shaking Off Fear The Point: God is our defender no matter what we face. Get Into the Study As you introduce today’s session, share this video (or share a screenshot) of a gigantic alligator strolling across a golf […]
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11/30/2020 • 23 minutes, 38 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – When Emotions Rise – Session 1
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. Date: December 6, 2020 Walking in Grief The Point: God responds to our sorrow with grace and compassion. Get Into the Study Use the following to introduce today’s session. The voter turnout rate for the 2020 presidential election appears to be the […]
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11/23/2020 • 31 minutes, 16 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – All In: A Life of Commitment– Session 7
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. Date: November 29, 2020 Committed to His Mission The Point: God desires for all people to hear and respond to the gospel. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. A family in Sydney, Australia, recently called local […]
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11/16/2020 • 23 minutes, 49 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – All In: A Life of Commitment– Session 6
Date: November 22, 2020 Committed to His Worship The Point: God deserves our worship and praise. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. In late October, the Los Angeles Dodgers won the World Series when they defeated the Tampa Bay Rays 3-1 in Game 6. Normally a parade where the […]
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11/9/2020 • 24 minutes, 50 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – All In: A Life of Commitment– Session 5
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. Date: November 15, 2020 Committed to Pray The Point: Commit to pray for the salvation and spiritual growth of others. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. Since Covid-19 arrived, impacting people’s lives around the world, the […]
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11/2/2020 • 19 minutes, 25 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – All In: A Life of Commitment– Session 4
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. Date: November 8, 2020 Committed to His Church The Point: Commitment to Christ includes a commitment to His body, the church. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. The Washington Post recently published an article about childhood […]
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10/26/2020 • 19 minutes, 4 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – All In: A Life of Commitment– Session 3
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. Date: November 1, 2020 Committed to His Word The Point: God’s Word gives trustworthy guidance for all of life. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. This summer the WebMd website published a list of “9 Scientific […]
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10/19/2020 • 21 minutes, 3 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – All In: A Life of Commitment– Session 2
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. Online Group Plans for Session # Date: October 25, 2020 Our Commitment to Christ The Point: Commit your whole life in trust and obedience to Christ. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. Tabletop role-playing games have […]
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10/12/2020 • 22 minutes, 39 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – All In: A Life of Commitment– Session 1
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. Date: October 18, 2020 Christ’s Commitment to Us The Point: Even at our worst, Christ was fully committed to love us and bring us to God. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. During this time when […]
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10/5/2020 • 25 minutes, 58 seconds
Extra! Ideas for Adults – After God’s Own Heart – Session 6
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. Date: October 11, 2020 Honor All Relationships The Point: Integrity and contentment in Christ form the foundation for good relationships. Get Into the Study Use the following story as an alternate introduction to today’s session. Tropical storm Beta made landfall in Texas […]
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9/28/2020 • 26 minutes, 1 second
Extra! Ideas for Adults – After God’s Own Heart – Session 5
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. Date: October 4, 2020 Honor Marriage The Point: Physical intimacy is reserved for one man and woman within the covenant of marriage. Get Into the Study Use the following illustration as an alternate introduction to today’s session. The Bachelor and The Bachelorette […]
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9/21/2020 • 27 minutes, 48 seconds
Extra! Ideas for Adults – After God’s Own Heart – Session 4
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. Date: September 27, 2020 Honor Life The Point: Respect human life as God does. Get Into the Study Use the following illustration as an optional introduction to this session. Lauren Daigle’s song “You Say” broke a Billboard record this week: it’s been […]
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9/14/2020 • 23 minutes, 20 seconds
Extra! Ideas for Adults –After God’s Own Heart – Session 2
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. Date: September 13, 2020 Honor God The Point: Our relationship with God is seen in how we honor Him. Get Into the Study Use the following idea as an alternate introduction to today’s session. In his book The Five Love Languages, Dr. […]
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8/31/2020 • 21 minutes, 56 seconds
Extra! Ideas for Adults –After God’s Own Heart – Session 1
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. Date: September 6, 2020 Place God First The Point: God is to have first place in every aspect of life. Get Into the Study Use the following teaching idea to introduce today’s session. In advance, gather a small plant, a ruler, scissors, […]
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8/24/2020 • 22 minutes, 6 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Why Do I Need the Church? – Session 6
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. NEW: Online Group Plan for Session 6 Date: August 30, 2020 We Stand Together in Spiritual Battle The Point: We stand strong with God’s armor and the support of others. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. Monica […]
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8/17/2020 • 20 minutes
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Why Do I Need the Church? – Session 5
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. NEW: Online Group Plan for Session 5 Date: August 23, 2020 We Strengthen One Another The Point: We strengthen one another to live as God desires. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. Jeremy Humphrey is an ultra-marathon […]
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8/10/2020 • 27 minutes, 18 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Why Do I Need the Church? – Session 4
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. NEW: Online Group Plan for Session 4 Date: August 16, 2020 We Encourage One Another The Point: We need the encouragement of others—and they need ours. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. Saul Scruggs and Keon Richardson […]
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8/3/2020 • 17 minutes, 27 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Why Do I Need the Church? – Session 3
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. NEW: Online Group Plan for Session 3 Date: August 9, 2020 We Support One Another The Point: God gives the church spiritual gifts to accomplish His work. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. Julia Lin is a […]
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7/27/2020 • 17 minutes, 14 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Why Do I Need the Church? – Session 1
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. NEW: Online Group Plan for Session 1 Date: July 26, 2020 We Are Joined Together The Point: When we come to Christ, we also become a part of the body of Christ. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce […]
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7/13/2020 • 20 minutes, 39 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – How Should I Respond to Politics?
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. NEW: Online Group Plan Date: July 19, 2020 How Should I Respond to Politics? The Point: Reflect Christ in how you interact with politics and government. Get Into the Study Use the following as you introduce the session. This election season, polling […]
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7/6/2020 • 20 minutes, 49 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Living with Hope – Session 6
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. NEW: Online Group Plan for Session 6 Date: July 12, 2020 The Culmination of Our Hope The Point: What we hope for in Christ will one day be fully attained. Get Into the Study Use the following as you introduce the session. […]
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6/29/2020 • 23 minutes, 13 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Living with Hope – Session 5
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. NEW: Online Group Plan for Session 5 Date: July 5, 2020 The Joy Arising from Our Hope The Point: Suffering for Christ can deepen our walk with Him. Get Into the Study Use the following as you introduce the session. Reverend Timothy […]
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6/22/2020 • 24 minutes, 24 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Living with Hope – Session 4
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. NEW: Online Group Plan for Session 4 Date: June 28, 2020 The Endurance of Our Hope The Point: We can endure suffering because of our hope in Christ. Get Into the Study Use the following as you introduce the session. Much of […]
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6/15/2020 • 18 minutes, 54 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Living with Hope – Session 3
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. NEW: Online Group Plan for Session 3 Date: June 21, 2020 The Testimony of Our Hope The Point: Our hope in Christ points others to Him. Get Into the Study Use the following as you introduce the session. Ravi Zacharias, who died […]
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6/8/2020 • 21 minutes, 56 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Living with Hope – Session 2
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. NEW: Online Group Plan for Session 2 Date: June 14, 2020 The Expression of Our Hope The Point: Our hope in Christ changes how we view the world and live in it. Get Into the Study Use the following as you introduce […]
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6/1/2020 • 20 minutes, 45 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Living with Hope – Session 1
Looking for digital teaching plans and helps? Check out Lifeway’s Church Assistance Package. NEW: Online Group Plan for Session 1 Date: June 7, 2020 The Basis for Our Hope The Point: Only hope in Christ is sure and certain. Get Into the Study Use the following as you introduce the session. Share images of the […]
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5/25/2020 • 22 minutes, 46 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Dealing With Messy Relationships – Session 6
NEW: Best Practices for Leading an Online Bible Study NEW: Online Group Plan for Session 6 Date: May 31, 2020 Accept The Point: Strong relationships are not hindered by differences of opinion. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. The Gerber Baby Products Company has a ten-year history of including […]
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5/18/2020 • 16 minutes, 36 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Dealing With Messy Relationships – Session 5
NEW: Best Practices for Leading an Online Bible Study NEW: Online Group Plan for Session 5 Date: May 24, 2020 Yield The Point: Humbly place the needs of others before your own. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce The Bible Meets Question #1. State leaders and citizens have been squabbling about […]
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5/11/2020 • 14 minutes, 43 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Dealing With Messy Relationships – Session 4
NEW: Best Practices for Leading an Online Bible Study NEW: Online Group Plan for Session 4 Date: May 17, 2020 Serve The Point: Seize the opportunity to serve. Get Into the Study Share these April 12 and April 24 related news items to introduce Question #1. As of April 27, some businesses began to reopen […]
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5/4/2020 • 16 minutes, 13 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Dealing With Messy Relationships – Session 3
NEW: Best Practices for Leading an Online Bible Study NEW: Online Group Plan for Session 3 Date: May 10, 2020 Forgive The Point: Relationships grow deeper with forgiveness. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1. Citizens across the globe are acutely aware of how hard nurses, nurse practitioners, doctors, researchers, […]
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4/27/2020 • 18 minutes, 58 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Dealing With Messy Relationships – Session 2
NEW: Best Practices for Leading an Online Bible Study NEW: Online Group Plan for Session 2 Date: May 3, 2020 Encourage The Point: Encouragement strengthens relationships. Get Into the Study Use the following to introduce Question #1. During Shelter-at-Home, Shelter-in-Place, and Safer-at-Home orders Mount Juliet Police still want to ensure school-aged children’s birthdays are special. […]
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4/20/2020 • 17 minutes, 43 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Dealing With Messy Relationships – Session 1
NEW: Online Group Plan for Session 1 NEW: Best Practices for Leading an Online Bible Study Date: April 26, 2020 Love The Point: Let love permeate every relationship. Get Into the Study Use the following information to introduce Question #1: Fresh from the oven treats give us a full belly and a feeling of closeness […]
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4/13/2020 • 14 minutes, 16 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Resurrection – Session 2
Date: April 19, 2020 Why the Resurrection Matters The Point: The resurrection of Christ changes everything. Get Into the Study Use the following discussion as an alternate introduction to today’s session. Zoom calls, FaceTime, BlueJeans, Marco Polo, and more are all ways people are communicating with each other now. While some of these video chatting […]
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4/6/2020 • 17 minutes, 41 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Resurrection – Session 1
Date: April 12, 2020 The Truth of the Resurrection The Point: The resurrection of Christ is a historical fact. Get Into the Study Use the following story and video clip to introduce today’s session. Recently, a zookeeper in Australia shared his dance moves with viewers worldwide via the zoo’s live stream Giraffe Cam. Show your […]
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3/30/2020 • 18 minutes, 57 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Holy Vocabulary – Session 6
Date: April 5, 2020 Eternal Life The Point: We can live forever in the presence of God. Get Into the Study Use the following illustration and question as an alternate opening to today’s session. Toilet paper! Who would believe that toilet paper would be “the thing” many people would find difficult to get their hands […]
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3/23/2020 • 13 minutes, 10 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Holy Vocabulary – Session 5
Date: March 29, 2020 Sanctified The Point: We are set apart in Christ to live holy lives. Get Into the Study NOTE: Many groups are not currently meeting because of the coronavirus. We hope you will still host a Bible study discussion through online tools. We are providing this video as an example of how […]
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3/16/2020 • 45 minutes, 50 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Holy Vocabulary – Session 4
Date: March 22, 2020 Faith The Point: We can confidently trust in what God says and does. NOTE: Many groups are not currently meeting because of the coronavirus. We hope you will still host a Bible study discussion through online tools. As an option, here’s a video of this session you can use with your […]
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3/9/2020 • 34 minutes, 42 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Holy Vocabulary – Session 3
Date: March 15, 2020 Salvation The Point: Jesus made it possible for us to be righteous before God. Get Into the Study Currently, I am sitting in a coffee shop where the drink of the month is an extra grande king cake latte topped with whip and cinnamon. In New Orleans, Mobile, and other places, […]
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3/2/2020 • 18 minutes, 58 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Holy Vocabulary – Session 2
Date: March 8, 2020 Lost The Point: Without Christ, we are hopelessly lost. Get Into the Study Use the following current event and discussion question as an optional introduction and Question 1. Recently there were almost 2,000 people quarantined on a cruise ship in Hong Kong due to suspicions about an outbreak of the coronavirus. […]
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2/24/2020 • 19 minutes, 44 seconds
EXTRA! Ideas for Adults – Holy Vocabulary – Session 1
Date: March 1, 2020 Holy The Point: God is distinct from and above absolutely everything else. Get Into the Study Valentine’s Day has just come and gone, and it is a day many people celebrate those they love. Some people go to dinner and a movie, maybe they send flowers, and chocolates are a big […]
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2/17/2020 • 17 minutes, 34 seconds
Bible Studies for Life – Adults – Holy Vocabulary – Session 1: Holy
This is the first week in the new 6-week study, “Holy Vocabulary: Unpacking the Language of Faith.” Each week, Bible Studies for Life will show a different word that often is assumed Christians know, while many may not. The first session is entitled “HOLY.” Be sure to check back each week for new leader helps […]
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