Sin

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Sunday, January 4, 2025 lesson title “Sin”, Background Scripture: Genesis 3:1-24; 6:5-8; Mark 7:14-23; Romans 1:18-32; 3:10-18; 1 John 1:5-2:6. Printed Passages: 1 John 1:5-10; 2:1-6. Devotional Reading: Isaiah 59:.1-8.
Keep in Mind: “If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not i us. If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.” (1 John 1:8-9, KJV)
By the end of this lesson, you will 1. Summarize the Gospel in terms of the dichotomies laid forth in 1 John 1:5-2:6. 2. Confess the lies we tell ourselves and accept God’s truth instead. and Demonstrate their gratitude for Christ’s pardon from sin by living as Christ lived.

HOME DAILY BIBLE READINGS FOR DECEMBER 29, 2025 – JANUARY 4, 2025

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HOME DAILY BIBLE READINGS FOR DECEMBER 29, 2025 – JANUARY 4, 2025:
Sin:
MONDAY, December 29: The Man and the Woman Sin. Genesis 3:1-15.
TUESDAY, December 30: God Pronounces Judgment. Genesis 3:14-24.
WEDNESDAY, December 31: God’s Wrath Is Revealed. Romans 1:18-25.
THURSDAY, January 1: Jesus Warns against Defilement. Mark 7:14-23.
FRIDAY, January 2: A Prayer for God’s Mercy. Psalm 51:1-12.
SATURDAY, January 3: God Demands Right Living. Micah 6:1-8.
SUNDAY, January 4: Jesus Atones for Our Sins. 1 John 1:5-10; 2:1-6.

The Holy Spirit

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Sunday, December 28, 2025 lesson title “The Holy Spirit”, Background Scripture: Joel 2:28-29; Luke 11:9-13; John 3:5-8; 14:16-17, 26; 15:26-27; 16:7-15; Acts 2:1-21, 32-33; Romans 8:1-17, 26-27; 1 Corinthians 12:1-13; Ephesians 1:13-14; 3:14-21; 4″1-6, 30. Printed Passages: Romans 8:12-17, 26-27. Devotional Reading: Ephesians 3:14-21.
Keep in Mind: “The Spirit itself beareth witness with our spirit, that we are the children of God:.” (Romans 8:16, KJV)
By the end of this lesson, you will 1. Describe the Spirit’s work as “advocate” in the life of believers. 2. Trust the Spirit’s witness about believers’ standing before God. and 3. Reject fear in favor of living confidently as God’s Spirit-led children.

HOME DAILY BIBLE READINGS FOR DECEMBER 22, 2025 – DECEMBER 28, 2025

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HOME DAILY BIBLE READINGS FOR DECEMBER 22, 2025 – DECEMBER 28, 2025:
The Holy Spirit:
MONDAY, December 22: The Spirit Accomplishes God’s Will. Zechariah 4:1-7.
TUESDAY, December 23: The Spirit Bestows Gifts. 1 Corinthians 12:1-13.
WEDNESDAY, December 24: The Spirit Gives Wisdom and Understanding. Isaiah 11:1-9.
THURSDAY, December 25: The Spirit Works in Jesus. Birth. Matthew 1:18-25.
FRIDAY, December 26: The Spirit Reveals God’s Glory. Acts 7:51-60.
SATURDAY, December 27: The Spirit Creates and Renews. Psalm 104:24, 29-35.
SUNDAY, December 28: The Spirit Affirms Our Adoption. Romans 8:12-17, 26-27.

Christ The Savior

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Sunday, December 21, 2025 lesson title “Christ The Savior”, Background Scripture: Luke 2:11, 30-32; 15:3-7; John 3:14-17; 10:9-11, 14-16, 27-28; Acts 3:1-18; Romans 5:1-11; Philippians 2:5-11; 2 Timothy 1:9-10. Printed Passages: Luke 15:3-7; Romans 5:6-10. Devotional Reading: 2 Timothy 2:8-13.
Keep in Mind: “For if, when we were enemies, we were reconciled to God by the death of his Son, much more, being reconciled, we shall be saved by his life.” (Romans 5:10, KJV)
By the end of this lesson, you will 1. Decipher the paradoxical images of Jesus as both “shepherd” and “sacrificial Lamb”. 2. Express gratitude for the ways in which they have experienced Christ’s rescue. and 3. Resist complacency in resolving conflict by boldly enacting Christ’s reconciling power.

HOME DAILY BIBLE READINGS FOR DECEMBER 15, 2025 – DECEMBER 21, 2025

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HOME DAILY BIBLE READINGS FOR DECEMBER 15, 2025 – DECEMBER 21, 2025:
CHRIST THE SAVIOR:
MONDAY, December 15: The Messiah Sits at God’s Side. Psalm 110.
TUESDAY, December 16: Christ Died for the Ungodly. Romans 5:1-11.
WEDNESDAY, December 17: Christ Offers Eternal Life. John 3:14-21.
THURSDAY, December 18: Christ Cares for the Sheep. John 10:9-16.
FRIDAY, December 19: Welcome the Davidic Heir. Isaiah 9:3-7.
SATURDAY, December 20: The Messiah Reigns Victoriously. Psalm 2.
SUNDAY, December 21: Christ Rejoices when Sinners Repent. Luke 15:1-7.

Our Heavenly Father

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Sunday, December 14, 2025 lesson title “Our Heavenly Father”, Background Scripture: Exodus 34:4-7; Psalm 103: 1-5, 10-14; Isaiah 40:27-31; Matthew 6:24-34; john 3:3-6; 4:20-24; 8:40-47; Romans 2:2-11; 8:14-17; 1 John 4:7-16.. Printed Passages: Matthew 6:24-34. Devotional Reading: Ephesians 1:3-10.
Keep in Mind: “Take therefore no thought for the morrow: for the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself. Sufficient unto the day is the evil thereof.” (Matthew 6:34, KJV)
By the end of this lesson, you will 1. Survey the totality of God’ provision for the needs of humankind. 2. Trust God to such an extent that they are released from their worries. and 3. Give thanks for God’s provision and help those in the community who do not have their basic needs met.

HOME DAILY BIBLE READINGS FOR DECEMBER 8, 2025 – DECEMBER 14, 2025

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HOME DAILY BIBLE READINGS FOR DECEMBER 8, 2025 – DECEMBER 14, 2025:
OUR HEAVENLY FATHER:
MONDAY, December 8: The Father’s Motherly Compassion. Isaiah 49:13-17.
TUESDAY, December 9: The Father Seeks Authentic Worshippers. John 4:20-24.
WEDNESDAY, December 10: The Father Strengthens the Powerless. Isaiah 40:27-31.
THURSDAY, December 11: The Father Exacts Discipline. Isaiah 64:1-8.
FRIDAY, December 12: The Father Blesses and Forgives. Psalm 103:1-5, 10-14.
SATURDAY, December 13: The Father Gives Perfect Gifts. James 1:13-18.
SUNDAY, December 14: The Father Cares for Our Needs. Matthew 6:24-34.

The Holy Scriptures

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Sunday, December 7, 2025 lesson title “The Holy Scriptures”, Background Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-9; Joshua 1:8-9; 2 Kings 22:8-20; Nehemiah 8:1-8; Psalm 19:7-14; Luke 24:25-32; Acts 17:10-12; 2 Timothy 3:14-17. Printed Passages: Psalm 19:7-13; 2 Timothy 3:14-17. Devotional Reading: Psalm 119:105-112.
Keep in Mind: “All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: That the man of God may be perfect, thoroughly furnished unto all good works.” (2 Timothy 3:16-17, KJV)
By the end of this lesson, you will 1. Discover the role of Scripture in revealing who God is and what God desires for their lives. 2. Listen to Scripture as though they were hearing God’s loving voice. and 3. Look to God’s Word for guidance in the choices they are making.

HOME DAILY BIBLE READINGS FOR DECEMBER 1, 2025 – DECEMBER 7, 2025

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HOME DAILY BIBLE READINGS FOR DECEMBER 1, 2025 – DECEMBER 7, 2025:
THE HOLY SCRIPTURES:
MONDAY, December 1: God’s Word Reclaimed. 2 Kings 22:1-10.
TUESDAY, December 2: God’s Word Leads to Repentance. 2 Kings 22:11-20.
WEDNESDAY, December 3: God’s Word Touches the Heart. Luke 24:25-32.
THURSDAY, December 4: God’s Word Interpreted. Nehemiah 8:1-8.
FRIDAY, December 5: God’s Word Testifies of Jesus. John 5:37-47.
SATURDAY, December 6: God’s Word Is Truth. John 17:14-19.
SUNDAY, December 7: God’s Word Is Perfect. Psalm 19:7-13.