When an unfamiliar face appears in our assembly, how do we respond? Christians have clear instructions. “And if you greet only your brothers, what more are you doing than others? Do not even the Gentiles do the same?” Matthew 5:47 (English Standard Version)
There is a lot of new thinking about the matter of one’s gender. Does the Bible give us guidance? “So God created man in His own image, in the image of God He created him; male and female He created them.” Genesis 1:27 (English Standard Version)
Guest Speaker – While Tim is on vacation, the lesson will be presented by one of Central’s several excellent speakers.
The idea of Hell is so awful; this is surely not a part of Christianity we must accept – is it? “And these will go away into everlasting punishment, but the righteous into eternal life.” Matthew 25:46 (English Standard Version)
Greg Ryan speaks: Every other month our Youth & Family Minister delivers the lesson. You’ll want to hear this!
The holiness of God is more than just sinlessness. His unique nature is made clear by this quality.
The last of the “7 Christian Virtues” is perhaps the most important; it ensures that we will be like God.
Love for the family in Christ must be a characteristic mark of Christians. “Love one another with brotherly affection. Outdo one another in showing honor.” Romans 12:10 (English Standard Version)
Why should Christians be concerned about taking the gospel to those who have been convicted of crimes? In this lesson Central member Marshall Danby joins with Grant Carey (Tennessee Prison Outreach Ministry) to show what can be done, and what is being done in Northeast Tennessee.