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Jesus and Nicodemus (John 3)

Dear families, Jesus’ conversation with Nicodemus reveals the Lord’s patience and kindness toward us as we earnestly seek Him. Though Nicodemus had heard Christ’s teachings, he had not yet placed faith in the true Ruler and King of the Jews. But here in this chapter, he would learn what it means to be born again.Continue reading “Jesus and Nicodemus (John 3)”

Jesus at Passover (John 2)

Dear families, Jesus’ cleaning of the temple reveals His holiness as the Messiah and His willingness to take on our sin so that we, too, may be cleansed. In this passage, Jesus demonstrated His desire to honor His Father and do His will—a foretaste of the lengths He would go to cleanse us of ourContinue reading “Jesus at Passover (John 2)”

Jesus’ First Miracle (John 2)

Dear families, Jesus first miracle at the wedding in Cana reveals His power as the Messiah and His glory as the one and only Son of God. Jesus continued to draw people to Himself as He stepped into His public ministry, though He continued to move only in accordance with the will of His FatherContinue reading “Jesus’ First Miracle (John 2)”

The Northern Kingdom Was Destroyed (2 Kings 17)

Unit 14, Session 4 Dear families, Hoshea was an evil king in the long line of the evil kings of Israel. In Hoshea’s ninth year as king, the king of Assyria captured Samaria, put Hoshea in prison, and moved all the Israelites to Assyria. The kingdom of Israel was officially destroyed. Why was Israel destroyed?Continue reading “The Northern Kingdom Was Destroyed (2 Kings 17)”

Jesus Saves Us to Follow Him (Matthew 27-28; Mark 15-16; Luke 23-24; John 12)

Easter Bonus Session 2 Dear families, Happy Easter! Today, we celebrate the most important event in history: the resurrection of Jesus Christ. While the Friday before was filled with the sadness of the cross, Sunday brought the miraculous news that changed everything—the tomb is empty, and Jesus is alive! The resurrection reveals the astounding natureContinue reading “Jesus Saves Us to Follow Him (Matthew 27-28; Mark 15-16; Luke 23-24; John 12)”

Jesus’ Triumphal Entry (Matthew 21; Mark 11; Luke 19; John 12)

Easter Bonus Session 1 Dear families, This week, we looked at the contrasting images of the Triumphal Entry: the joyful celebration of the crowds as Jesus entered Jerusalem, and the heartbreak Jesus felt as He wept over a city He desired to save. While the people were excited by the arrival of a miracle-performing prophet,Continue reading “Jesus’ Triumphal Entry (Matthew 21; Mark 11; Luke 19; John 12)”

Hosea, Prophet to Israel (Hosea)

Unit 14, Session 3 Dear families, Although God had been faithful to the people of Israel, they were not faithful to God. The Israelites continued to disobey God, following worthless idols and acting wickedly. Israel even turned to other nations during times of trouble, trusting in the power of man over God. God warned IsraelContinue reading “Hosea, Prophet to Israel (Hosea)”

Jonah, Prophet to Nineveh (Jonah)

Unit 14, Session 2 Dear families, Jonah was a prophet sent by God to confront the people of Nineveh regarding their sinful ways. Jonah, however, did not immediately obey God’s command. In fact, Jonah traveled in the opposite direction and boarded a boat to Tarshish. Have you ever been given clear directions from God, butContinue reading “Jonah, Prophet to Nineveh (Jonah) “

Elisha the Prophet (2 Kings 2; 4-5)

Unit 14, Session 1 Dear families, As Elijah’s time on earth was coming to an end, God appointed Elisha as a new prophet to His people. Elisha asked Elijah if he could inherit a double portion of his spirit. To this Elijah replied, “If you see me being taken from you, you will have it.”Continue reading “Elisha the Prophet (2 Kings 2; 4-5)”

David Showed Mercy (1 Samuel 24)

Unit 11, Session 2 Dear families, In 1 Samuel 24, we see the tension between Saul and David come to a head, as David turns down an opportunity to rid himself of King Saul once and for all. We see David’s heart for the Lord as he chose to pursue obedience over safety. David’s mercyContinue reading “David Showed Mercy (1 Samuel 24)”