The book of Ephesians does show us “How to Follow Jesus in Trying Times”: 
Hymn 623 – I Will Follow Thee, My Saviour so that our actions will always speak louder than our words.

The Memory Text  brings us 
Hymn 294 – Power In The Blood and 
Hymn 177 – Jesus, Your Blood And Righteousness. Because of the precious blood of Jesus, shed on Calvary for me, 
I Would Draw Nearer To Jesus – Hymn 310 and 
Hymn 306 – Draw Me Nearer, along with 
Hymn 312 – Near The Cross so I may be 
Nearer My God to Thee – Hymn 413 and 
Near To The Heart Of God – Hymn 495. (These latter hymns are reiterated on Monday). This then gives me 
Peace, Perfect Peace – Hymn 463 and 
Hymn 466 – Wonderful Peace as is found in Ephesians 2:17, 18.

The Reconciliation spoken of on Monday is for all people groups because of our L
ord Of All Nations – Hymn 588.

Jesus, Preacher of Peace (Wednesday) reassures us once again in 
Hymn 463 – Peace, Perfect Peace and Hymn 466 – Wonderful Peace.

It is with joy that one sees 
The Church Has One Foundation – Hymn 358 then we will remember the actions of our Church in 
Hymn 581 – When The Church Of Jesus.

At the conclusion of weeks’ study on Friday we are encouraged to have unity, as does verse 2 in 
Hymn 214 – We Have This Hope.

So, dear people, be encouraged to go forward and
“Lift up the trumpet and loud let it ring, Jesus IS coming again” – Hymn 213.

To learn unknown hymns, you will find the accompaniment music for each one at: https://sdahymnals.com/Hymnal/

Another great resource is for when there is a hymn you wish to sing but can’t find it in your hymnal. Go to https://www.sdahymnal.org/Search and in the search bar type a special word in that is in the hymn. I am sure you will be amazed at the help you will be given.

 2 Timothy 2:15 KJV – “Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.”

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Key Thought Paul here sees the cross of Christ as destroying walls and barriers that shut out, alienate, and separate Jews and Gentiles.
July 29, 2023

1. Have a volunteer read Ephesians 2:11,12.

1. Ask class members to share a short thought on what the most important point is in this passage.
2. What does Paul accent in his fresh description of the past?
3. Personal Application: From what condition has Jesus redeemed you? Why might it be important to remember on a regular basis where you were when He found you and where you might be if He hadn’t? Share your thoughts
4. Case Study: One of your friends states, “How do I get away from the forces of evil that are still prevalent in our world? They are everywhere and influence everything: politics, education, work, television, internet, sports, everything.” How would you respond to your relative?

2. Have a volunteer read Ephesians 2:14-16.

1. Ask class members to share a thought on what the most important point in this text is.
2. What does Paul say about the cross and how it transforms our relationships?
3. Personal Application: In what ways might you need to be reconciled to someone else? How do you go about doing it? Share your thoughts.
4. Case Study: One of your friends states, “How important is it for the church to deal with its own internal issues and conflicts between races? Are there some issues and conflicts that reflect human selfishness, pride, and a tendency to blame others for our own shortcomings and situations in life?” How would you respond to your friend?

3. Have a volunteer read Ephesians 2:17,18.

1. Ask class members to share a short thought on what the most important point in this text is.
2. What action did Paul say Christ took toward the “law of commandments contained in ordinances”?
3. Personal Application: What tensions among Seventh-day Adventists or other Christian members need to be confronted and overcome? Share your thoughts.
4. Case Study: One of your neighbors states: “What issues between ethnic groups exist in your community? How might the church play a positive role in unifying the church without compromising Bible truth and principles?” How would you respond to your relative?

4. Have a volunteer read Ephesians 2:19-22.

1. Ask class members to share a thought on what the most important point in this text is.
2. How does Paul use the metaphor of the church as a temple?
3. Personal Application: How do you treat the church? Do you look at it is a temple and show proper reverence in the presence of God? Share your thoughts.
4. Case Study: Think of one person who needs to hear a message from this week’s lesson. Tell the class what you plan to do this week to share with them.

(Truth that is not lived, that is not imparted, loses its life-giving power, its healing virtue. Its blessings can be retained only as it is shared.”Ministry of Healing, p. 148).

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