GRANTED 1 Kings 3:4–15 God Offers (4–5) Gibeon is described as “the most famous high place.” High places were typically associated with pagan worship. We
Stay Prepared and Ready Matthew 25:1–13 Prepare for Christ’s return. (1–5) Matthew 25 continues Jesus’ discussion with the disciples about the end times. While the
KEEP SERVING FAITHFULLY Matthew 24:42–51 In “Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back,” Yoda admonishes Luke Skywalker, saying, “All his life has he looked away to
PRAYING 2 Thessalonians 2:13–3:5 In contrast to those who love wickedness and rush after the Antichrist willing to deceive and eager to be deceived, Paul
TRUST GOD’S TIMING Matthew 24:32–41 Jesus’ teaching about the end times is like describing purple to someone born blind. Jesus must use images and analogies
WATCH FOR CHRIST’S RETURN Matthew 24:23–31 Guard against deception by false messiahs. (23–25) Why do books like “The Da Vinci Code,” TV shows like “The
ENDURING 2 Thessalonians 1:3–12 Paul continues his long-distance pastoring with practical advice to the young church at Thessalonica. It appears some difficulties have arisen in