Lessons

Peter's Angelic Jailbreak | Acts 12:1-19 Commentary

Peter’s Angelic Jailbreak | Acts 12:1-19 Commentary

July 1, 2019 @DannyScottonJr 0

In this angelic rescue, Peter is passive; God is active. Echoing language and themes of Passover, the account emphasizes human recognition of divine rescue. Being a witness for Christ may result in persecution and even death. But God is able to preserve us for His purpose – if He so chooses — Just as He did at the First Passover. Let’s not be surprised if/when He does

True Freedom, Indeed! | John 8:31-36 Bible Study (Slideshow+)

True Freedom, Indeed! | John 8:31-36 Bible Study (Slideshow+)

May 16, 2019 @DannyScottonJr 0

Research suggests that the modern conception of freedom — our most cherished value — is almost purely negative (i.e., freedom *from* constraints). The Truth of Jesus gives (negative) freedom *from* sin and (positive) freedom *to* fulfill our original purpose — right relationship with God. Though our culture often co-opts His words, His is the Truth that truly “will set you free.”

Royal Family Resemblance: Salt & Light (Mt 5:13-16 Sermon Text)

Royal Family Resemblance: Salt & Light (Mt 5:13-16 Sermon Text)

May 4, 2019 @DannyScottonJr 0

We cannot conform to our culture; We have to be distinct, set apart — holy. In doing so, we will be the salt of the earth that prevents moral decay and adds Christian flavor. And we’ll be the light of the world that dispels darkness and attracts others to the light of Christ — bringing glory to our Heavenly Father, the King

A Life in God's Hands is a Life in Good Hands | Luke 23:46 Sermon [Video, Text+]

A Life in God’s Hands is a Life in Good Hands | Luke 23:46 Sermon [Video, Text+]

April 22, 2019 @DannyScottonJr 0

In the last of the traditional ‘Seven Last Words’ of Jesus from the cross, Christ quotes the first half of Psalm 31:5. This good ole Jewish song had become a good ole Jewish (bedtime) prayer. Just as Jews would pray this prayer, trusting their Heavenly Father to awaken them from sleep, Jesus also prays this prayer, trusting the Heavenly Father to awaken Him from death (cf. Lk 9:22, 18:31-33).