1. Worship requires order. We need to organize ourselves to commune with God. 2. The doctrine of the resurrection is foundational. The sting of death is swallowed up in Christ. 3. Disciples of Jesus have hope. They believe that an "effectual door" exists.
1 Corinthians 8-13: “Ye Are the Body of Christ” (August 28-September 3)
Spiritual Gifts: We need to appreciate one another's gifts because they are often complementary. Charity: Paul's description can help us evaluate our development of this essential Christlike attribute.
1 Corinthians 1-7: “Be Perfectly Joined Together” (August 21-27)
To overcome differences and build unity: 1. Don't be "puffed up." 2. Remember that we are all followers of Jesus Christ. 3. Remember how little we know compared with God.
Romans 7-16: “Overcome Evil with Good” (August 14-20)
Here are some teachings from Romans 7-16: 1. All things work together for good when we love God. 2. God has given us each individualized gifts and callings. 3. We should not seek revenge. 4. As disciples of Christ, we rejoice and weep with others.
Romans 1-6: “The Power of God unto Salvation” (August 7-13)
Here are some principles Paul teaches in the first six chapters of his epistle to the Romans: 1. The just shall live by faith. 2. There is none righteous. 3. Tribulation worketh patience. 4. We need to walk in newness of life.
Acts 22-28: “A Minister and a Witness,” July 31-August 6
I've learned the following lessons from the later portion of Paul's life: 1. A witness must be fearless. 2. We benefit from prophets only to the degree that we listen. 3. We can do the Lord's work even under difficult circumstances.
Acts 16-21: “The Lord Had Called Us for to Preach the Gospel” (July 24-30)
Here are some lessons from Paul's second and third missions: 1. God can help us know what we should and shouldn't do. 2. We can miss serious messages if we are not serious. 3. We make better decisions when we consider the consequences of our actions.
Acts 10-15: “The Word of God Grew and Multiplied” (July 17-23)
1. God loves all of His children (Acts 10-11). 2. When God delivers us, we ought to be grateful for it (Acts 12). 3. God directs and sustains His missionaries (Acts 13-14). 4. Church leaders can overcome differences of opinion as they seek for unity.
Acts 6-9: “What Wilt Thou Have Me to Do?” (July 10-16)
Stephen and Abinadi: We can have courage and peace in Jesus even when we are persecuted. Philip and the sons of Mosiah: The Spirit can help us know where to go. Saul and Alma: Jesus can help us see where we are going wrong and put us on a better path.
Acts 1-5: “Ye Shall Be Witnesses unto Me” (July 3-9)
Lessons from the apostles: 1. Leadership is not about the leader. 2. The Holy Ghost helps us communicate clearly. 3. Jesus is our intermediary with the Father. 4. All things will be restored. 5. Jesus is our cornerstone. 6. We can find joy in serving Him.