Carefully Think Read Matthew 14:1-12. Summarize the main idea in one sentence. What about Jesus caused Herod to assume Jesus was a resurrected John the Baptist? What was bothering Herod's conscience? Describe John the Baptist's relationship with Herod. What was Herod's sin? Why was John put in prison? What was the occasion of John's death? How would you describe He...
Keep ReadingWe welcome to our pulpit this Sunday, Lou Priolo. Mr. Priolo is the Director of Biblical Counseling at Valleydale Church in Birmingham, Alabama. He is a graduate of Calvary Bible College and Liberty University, and is the author of several books, including The Heart of Anger, The Complete Husband, Teach Them Diligently and Pleasing People. In addition to his books, Lou ha...
Keep ReadingCarefully Think Read Matthew 13:53-58. Where does Jesus leave (13:36) and to what town does he go (13:54)? What does he do there? What was the response of those in attendance? Compare this to when Jesus finished the sermon on the mount (7:28, 29). What is similar? What is different? What does the audience find so odd about Jesus' teaching? Why would they think this w...
Keep ReadingCarefully Think Read Matthew 13:44-52 List the parables described here. What are the similarities between each of the parables? What are the differences? What is the emphasis of the first two parables that do not have a stated explanation? What is the emphasis of the thrid parable that is explained? What are the new and old things that Jesus is referring to in the ...
Keep ReadingThe area is under a winter storm warning, and due to the large amounts of ice and predicted snow the Sunday morning schedule is being revised. All adult Equipping Classes, student Sunday School, children's Sunday School, and 9 am nursery are cancelled. The Sunday Morning Gathering will take place as usual at 10:30 am. 9:00 am Sunday School and Equipping Classes - CANCELL...
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