Study Guide Nov. 16th thru 21st.

STUDY GUIDE

Monday, November 16: Life’s Toughest Job; Read Proverbs 22:6. One of the toughest jobs that we have to do is be a parent. Every child is different and every day brings a fresh challenge. There are three basic truths about being a parent. First, see your children as a gift from God. Second, let them know that you love them. Third, be an example by faith.
Tuesday, November 17: The Body of Christ; Read Ephesians 5:23. When we come to Christ, we come as individuals. We alone repent of our sins; we alone believe Christ’s death on the cross will save us; we alone decide to become His follower. Once we come to Christ, we are no longer just individuals; we are now members of His family.
Wednesday, November 18: Faith And Reason; Read Romans 1:20. Is faith illogical? If you listen to some people, the answer would be yes. Is faith illogical, as some would have you believe? No, not at all. Some of the most brilliant people in the world have a deep faith in Christ, and without exception they say that they believe in the Gospel because it makes sense.
Thursday, November 19: Still Serving; Read 2 Samuel 19:32. Many times when we begin to feel older and tired we say “I’m too old to do anything”. Let someone else do the work, I have done my share. Don’t waste those years, but instead ask God to continue to find ways to use you.
Friday, November 20: The Bible’s Center; Read John 20:31. Jesus Christ is the Bible’s central message. The Old Testament looks forward to His coming; the New Testament recounts His coming. Without Christ the Bible is just another history book, but Christ gives the Bible its relevance and its value.
Saturday, November 21: How Do We Define Success? Read Hebrews 3:1-2. Our world is obsessed with success. The world defines success in terms of financial security, athletic prowess, professional success or respect by your peers. God’s definition of success is very different than the world’s. Success in God’s eyes is faithfulness to His calling. What is your definition of success? Is it the same as God’s, and are you pursuing it?
(Wisdom. Stillwell, Thomas Nelson, Nashville, 2008.)