Read for This Week’s Study: 2 Cor. 8:1–7; Matt. 13:3–7, 22; Gen. 3:1–6; Isa. 56:11; Matt. 26:14–16; 2 Pet. 1:5–9. Memory Text: “ ‘Now he who received seed among the thorns is he who hears...
The Last Five Kings of Judah
October 10, 2015
Read for This Week’s Study: 1 John 2:16, 17; Luke 14:26–33; 12:15–21; Deut. 8:10–14; 1 Tim. 6:10; John 15:5; Gal. 2:20. Memory Text: “Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the...
The lessons this quarter are focused on what is commonly known as Stewardship. The word “stewardship” is an old word that has much the same meaning as the word “manager” or “management” today. A steward...
Opening Question If Peter were alive today, what message might he have for us? Introduction After working through 1st and 2nd Peter, this lesson reviews the major themes of the letters. The author of the...
Opening Question What leads people to be skeptical of the return of Jesus to this earth? Introduction Peter now takes on skepticism about the 2nd Coming. His conviction is rooted in God’s activities of the...
Opening Question How should a church address teachers who present false ideas? Introduction In previous verse, Peter spoke of prophets who pointed to Jesus. But there are false prophets as well. The early church was...
Opening Question What evidence would convince you that the Bible was inspired by God? Introduction For Peter, two strong pieces of evidence convicted him of God’s intersection with humanity: first was the Hebrew Prophetic Scriptures,...
Opening Question What qualities would you most want to be known for after you die? Introduction The second epistle bearing Peter’s name is written in a different style of Greek, with differing vocabulary and some...
Opening Question Is suffering a part of all human experience? Introduction Most of the lesson thus far has focused on the progression of Peter’s first letter. This lesson is more topical, reviewing the death, resurrection,...
Opening Question What is the best way to stand against the power of evil in your life? Introduction Peter closes this epistle with advice to elders, young men, and all those in the congregation, and...
Opening Question How would your life be different if you could face difficult times with rejoicing? Introduction Peter’s discussion on suffering now takes center stage. His hearers are experiencing a very real trial—“fiery”—and they aren’t...
Opening Question Why is it so difficult to respond with kindness to someone who speaks evil of you? Introduction The advice given in the previous lesson about suffering has broad consequences. Peter now moves to...
Opening Question What comes to mind when you hear the word “submission”? Introduction In the last lesson, Peter told his hearers to keep their behavior excellent among their Greco-Roman neighbors. He now spells out how...
Opening Question Have you ever wondered why Christians do not build temples? Introduction Peter’s 2nd chapter reminds his hearers of their value and status because of who they are in relation to Jesus. This lesson...
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