Justice, Vengeance, and Mercy

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Sunday, January 2, 2022 lesson title “Justice, Vengeance, and Mercy”. Bible Background Genesis 4. Printed Text Genesis 4:1-16. Devotional Reading Hebrews 2:14-18.
Keep in Mind: “And he said, What hast thou done? The voice of thy brother’s blood crieth unto me from the ground.” (Genesis 4:10 KJV).
AIM FOR CHANGE
By the end of this lesson, we will EXPLORE God’s justice in the face of human sinfulness; REFLECT on the dangers of allowing sin to control us; and REPENT of thoughts and actions that could harm others and ask for God’s mercy and forgiveness.

DAILY BIBLE READINGS FOR DECEMBER 20, 2021 – DECEBER 26, 2021

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DAILY BIBLE READINGS FOR DECEMBER 20, 2021 – DECEBER 26, 2021.

MONDAY
God’s Chosen Nation – Psalm 33:1-12
TUESDAY
A People Whom God as Blessed – Isaiah 61:4-9
WEDNESDAY
Mary he Servant of the Lord – Luke 1:26-37
THURSDAY
May God’s King Rule Justly – Psalm 72:1-8, 11-14
FRIDAY
God Lifts Up the Lowly – Luke 1:46-55
SATURDAY
Jesus Born Into an Unjust World – Luke 2:1-7
SUNDAY
God Avenges God’s People – Matthew 2:1-12

A Just King Is Born

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Sunday, December 26, 2021 lesson title “A Just King Is Born”. Bible Background Matthew 2. Printed Text Matthew 2:1-12. Devotional Reading Exodus 34:1-10.
Keep in Mind: “And when they were come into the house, they saw the young child with Mary his mother, and fell down, and worshipped him: and when they had opened their treasures, they presented unto him gifts; gold, and frankincense and myrrh.” (Matthew 2:11 KJV).
AIM FOR CHANGE
By the end of this lesson, we will EXPLAIN how the wise men pint to the inclusion of the marginalized, GRIEVE for those who suffer innocently due to the world’s brokenness and sin, IDENTIFY with the wise men’s decision to perform an act of civil disobedience.

Justice and Righteousness Reign

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Sunday, December 19, 2021 lesson title “Justice and Righteousness Reign”. Bible Background Isaiah 9:1-7. Printed Text Isaiah 9:2-7. Devotional Reading Micah 6:1-8.
Keep in Mind: “Of the increase of his government and peace there shall be no end, upon the throne of David, and upon his kingdom, to order it, and to establish it with judgment and with justice from henceforth even for ever. The zeal of the LORD of hosts will perform this. ” (Isaiah 9:7, KJV).
AIM FOR CHANGE
By the end of this lesson, we will ANALYZE the importance of this prophecy for the people of God in Isaiah’s time and today; CELEBRATE the justice, righteousness, and peace that Jesus brings to God’s people; and SHARE with others the hope of eternal peace and justice found in Jesus’ reign.

DAILY BIBLE READINGS FOR DECEMBER 13, 2021 – DECEBER 19, 2021

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DAILY BIBLE READINGS FOR DECEMBER 13, 2021 – DECEBER 19, 2021.
MONDAY
God’s Holy People Live Justly – Leviticus 19:1-2, 11-18
TUESDAY
Enthroned upon Righteousness and Justice – Psalm 89:14-21
WEDNESDAY
Be Content; Pursue Righteousness – 1 Timothy 6:6-12
THURSDAY
Do Justice, Love Kindness, Walk Humbly -Micah 6:1-8
FRIDAY
Seek Gods Kingdom and Righteousness – Matthew 6:25-34
SATURDAY
God’s King Will Judge with Righteousness – Isaiah 11:1-9
SUNDAY
God’s Light Has Shined – Isaiah 9:1-7

DAILY BIBLE READINGS FOR DECEMBER 6, 2021 – DECEBER 12, 2021

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DAILY BIBLE READINGS FOR DECEMBER 6, 2021 – DECEBER 12, 2021.
MONDAY
Death of Saul and Jonathan Mourned – 2 Samuel 1:1-12
TUESDAY
A Lament from a Just Heart – 2 Samuel 1:17-27
WEDNESDAY
A Cry for Justice – Luke 18:1-8
THURSDAY
Mercy from the Son of David – Matthew 20:29-34
FRIDAY
David Made King Over All Israel – 2 Samuel 3:1-5; 5:1-5
SATURDAY
The King Rejoices in God – Psalm 21
SUNDAY
David Shows Kindness to Saul’s Descendant – 2 Samuel 9:1-7, 9-12

David Administers Justice and Kindness

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Sunday, December 12, 2021 lesson title “David Administers Justice and Kindness”. Bible Background 2 Samuel 9. Printed Text 2 Samuel 9:1-12. Devotional Reading Proverbs 18:24.
Keep in Mind: “And David said, Is there yet any that is left of the house of Saul, that I may shew him kindness for Jonathan’s sake? ” (2 Samuel 9:1, KJV).
AIM FOR CHANGE
By the end of this lesson, we will EXPLORE David’s kindness toward Mephibosheth as an act of justice and equity, REFLECT on the value of keeping our word, and SHOW radical kindness to someone in need.

DAILY BIBLE READINGS FOR NOVEMBER 29, 2021 – DECEBER 5, 2021

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DAILY BIBLE READINGS FOR NOVEMBER 29, 2021 – DECEBER 5, 2021.
MONDAY
The Law of Justice – Deuteronomy 5:6-21
TUESDAY
Follow the Path of God’s Law – Deuteronomy 5:23-33
WEDNESDAY
Discern he Good, Acceptable, and Perfect – Romans 12:1-2, 9-21
THURSDAY
The Written Law and the Ark of Wood – Deuteronomy 10:1-11
FRIDAY
Jesus Fulfills the Law – Matthew 5:17-20
SATURDAY
Curses upon Disobedience -Deuteronomy 27:14-26
SUNDAY
Obey the Statutes and Ordinances – Deuteronomy 5:1-3; 10:12-13;

Justice and Obedience to the Law

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Sunday, December 5, 2021 lesson title “Justice and Obedience to the Law”. Bible Background Deuteronomy 5; 10; 27; 28:1-2. Printed Text Deuteronomy 5:1-3; 10:12-13; 27:1-10 . Devotional Reading Matthew22:36-40.
Keep in Mind: “And now, Israel, what doth the LORD thy God require of thee, but to fear the LORD thy God, to walk in all his ways, and to love him, and to serve the LORD thy God with all thy heart and with all thy soul. To keep the commandments of the LORD, and his statutes, which I command thee this day for thy good? ” (Deuteronomy 10:2-13, KJV).
AIM FOR CHANGE
By the end of this lesson, we will UNDERSTAND the importance of justice and explore God’s commandments, APPRECIATE the blessing God promises as a benefit of obedience,, and PRAY for wisdom to know what is right and perseverance to carry it through.

DAILY BIBLE READINGS FOR NOVEMBER 22, 2021 – NOVEMBER 28, 2021

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DAILY BIBLE READINGS FOR NOVEMBER 22, 2021 – NOVEMBER 28, 2021.
MONDAY
God Speaks to a Pagan King – Genesis 20:1-7, 14-16
TUESDAY
An Angel Speaks to Cornelius – Acts 10:1-8
WEDNESDAY
A Vision of Inclusion – Acts 10:9-22
THURSDAY
The Queen of Sheba Blesses God – 1 Kings 10:1-9
FRIDAY
A Centurion Comes to Jesus – Luke 7:1-10
SATURDAY
Peter Enters Cornelius’ House – Acts 10:23-33
SUNDAY
God Shows No Partiality – Acts 10:34-47