Solomon’s Dedication Prayer

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Praise the Lord Zion! We have lived to see a new millennium! A millennium is a span of one thousand years.

Wednesday, January 15, 2020, lesson title “Solomon’s Dedication Prayer “. Bible Background 1 Kings 8:22-53, 2 Chronicles 6:12-42. Printed Text 1 Kings 8:22-30, 52-53. Devotional Reading 1 Timothy 2:1-6. Keep in Mind: “And hearken thou to the supplication of thy servant, and of thy people, Israel, when they shall pray toward this place, and hear thou in heaven thy dwelling place; and when thou hearest, forgive ” (1 Kings 8:30, KJV).

AIM FOR CHANGE
By the end of this lesson, ANALYZE the importance of a national temple for Israel, EXPRESS gratitude for God’s faithfulness in covenant relationships, and EMBRACE a worshipful lifestyle in light of God”s continuing goodness.

Join us on Wednesday from 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm to learn about God word. We are asking all Zion members that hold an office here at the Church to please attend this gathering. I pray that all is well with you and yours and I look forward to seeing you this Wednesday.

Solomon’s Speech

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Praise the Lord Zion! We have lived to see a new millennium! A millennium is a span of one thousand years. A thousand year period of holiness mentioned in the book of Revelation, during which Jesus and his faithful followers are to rule on earth.

Wednesday, January 8, 2020, lesson title “Solomon’s Speech “. Bible Background 1 Kings 8:14-21, 2 Chronicles 6. Printed Text 1 Kings 8:14-21. Devotional Reading Psalm 132:1-5,11-18. Keep in Mind: “And he said, Blessed be the LORD God of Israel, which spake with his mouth unto David my father, and hath with his hand fulfilled it, saying ” (1 Kings 8:15, KJV).

AIM FOR CHANGE
By the end of this lesson, EXAMINE how Solomon’s building of the Temple fulfills a promise God made to Solomon’s father, David;; APPRECIATE that God keeps promises, even if the fulfillment takes any years; and REJOICE wholeheartedly when God’s promises come to pass.

Join us on Wednesday from 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm to have a good old praise and worship. To thank God for his grace and mercies that you have given to you. I pray that all is well with you and yours and I look forward to seeing you this Wednesday.

DAILY BIBLE READINGS FOR January 5, 2019 – January 12, 2020

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MONDAY
A House of Prayer – 2 Chronicles 6:12-21
TUESDAY
Forgive and Restore Broken Relationships – 2 Chronicles 6:22-25
WEDNESDAY
Send the Rain – 2 Chronicles 6:26-31
THURSDAY
Welcome the Stranger – 2 Chronicles 6:32-33
FRIDAY
Forgive and Restore the Captive – 2 Chronicles 6:34-39
SATURDAY
Plea for God’s Steadfast Love – 2 Chronicles 6:40-42
SUNDAY
Solomon Reviews Temple Developments – 1 Kings 8:14-21

A Place For The Ark

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Wednesday, January 1, 2020, lesson title “A Place For The Ark “. Bible Background 1 Kings 8:1-13, 2 Chronicles 5:1-4. Printed Text 1 Kings 8:1-13. Devotional Reading Deuteronomy 31:7-13. Keep in Mind: “I have surely built the an house to dwell in, a settled place for thee to abide in for ever ” (1 Kings 8:13, KJV).

AIM FOR CHANGE
By the end of this lesson, CONSIDER the significance of Solomon’s Temple dedication, CONTEMPLATE how the people of Jerusalem felt as the glory of God filled the Temple, and CELEBRATE Gods presence among those who gather in the name of the Lord today.

Due to the Christmas Season Zion will not meet this Wednesday, January 1, 2020. Please study the lesson to discuss on Sunday at Sunday School.

DAILY BIBLE READINGS FOR December 30, 2019 – January 5, 2020

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MONDAY
Heavenly Vision of the Ark – Revelation 11:15-19
TUESDAY
An Orderly Worship Service – 1 Corinthians 14:26-33
WEDNESDAY
The Law Is Read at Booths Festival – Deuteronomy 31:9-13
THURSDAY
Ark Brought to the Temple – 2 Chronicles 5:2-7
FRIDAY
Priests Praise Gd with Music – 2 Chronicles 5:11-14
SATURDAY
All Temple Furnishings Completed – 2 Chronicles 4:19-5:1
SUNDAY
Preparing to Dedicate the Temple – 1 Kings 8:1-13

David’s Prayer

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Wednesday, December 25, 2019, lesson title “David’s Prayer “. Bible Background 1 Chronicles 17:16-27. Printed Text 1 Chronicles 17:16-27. Devotional Reading Psalm 89:19-37. Keep in Mind: “O LORD, there is none like thee, neither is there any God beside thee, according to all that we have heard with our ears” (1 Chronicles 17:20, KJV).

AIM FOR CHANGE
By the end of this lesson, RECOGNIZE the significance of David’s prayer in its historical context, ASPIRE to become faithful in the way David expresses in his prayer, and EMBRACE David’s prayer as a model or our own prayers of gratitude and praise.

Due to the Christmas Season Zion will not meet this Wednesday, December 25, 2019 and January 1, 2020. Please study the lesson to discuss on Sunday at Sunday School.

DAILY BIBLE READINGS FOR December 23, 2019 – December 29, 2019

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MONDAY
God’s Forever Covenant with David – Psalm 89:19-37
TUESDAY
The Lord Will Build David’s House 2 Samuel 7:11-17
WEDNESDAY
No God Like Our God – 2 Samuel 7:18-22
THURSDAY
No People Like Our People – 2 Samuel 7:23-29
FRIDAY
David Selects Materials for Temple – 1 Chronicles 22:2-5
SATURDAY
David Orients Builders about Temple Construction – 1 Chronicles 22:14-19
SUNDAY
David’s Prayer of Praise and Thanksgiving 1 Chronicles 17:16-27

DAILY BIBLE READINGS FOR December 16, 2019 – December 22, 2019

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MONDAY
John the Baptist Born to Elizabeth – Luke 1:57-66
TUESDAY
Zechariah Blesses God for John’s Ministry – Luke 1:67-79
WEDNESDAY
Young Woman’s Pregnancy Is Sign of Immanuel – Isaiah 7:10-17
THURSDAY
Virgin Conception Announced to Mary – Luke 1:26-33
FRIDAY
Mary Accepts Miracle of Pregnancy – Luke 1:26-33
SATURDAY
Joseph Obediently Honors Mary’s Role – Matthew 1:18-25
SUNDAY
Blessed Mothers of the Faithful – Luke 1:39-56

The Lord Is With You

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Wednesday, December 22, 2019, lesson title “The Lord Is With You “. Bible Background Luke 1:39-56. Printed Text Luke 1:39-56. Devotional Reading 1 Samuel 2:1-10. Keep in Mind: “And Mary said, My soul doth magnify the Lord, And my spirit hath rejoice in God my Saviour” (Luke 1:46-47, KJV).

AIM FOR CHANGE
By the end of this lesson, SURVEY the themes present in Mary’s song of praise, VALUE Mary’s place in the unfolding story of God’s saving work, and COMMIT to our own roles in furthering God’s kingdom.

Due to the Christmas Season Zion will not meet this Wednesday, December 18 & 25, 2019 and January 1, 2020. Please study the lesson to discuss on Sunday at Sunday School.

DAILY BIBLE READINGS FOR December 9, 2019 – December 15, 2019

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MONDAY
David cannot Build the Temple – 1 Chronicles 22:6-13
TUESDAY
Solomon to Build the Temple – 1 Chronicles 28:2-10
WEDNESDAY
Ornan’s Land Is Site o Temple – 1 Chronicles 21:28-22:1
THURSDAY
God Needs No House – 2 Samuel :1-11
FRIDAY
God’s Makes a House fr David – 1 Chronicles 17:7-10
SATURDAY
The Lord Regards the Lowly – Psalm 138
SUNDAY
Two Houses Firmly Settled – 1 Chronicles 17:1, 3-4, 11-14; 21:18, 21-27