The great controversy is real; two sides are battling for our souls. One is drawing us to Christ ( John 6:44 ) and one to the world ( 1 John 2:16 )
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HopeSS: Escape From the World’s Ways
You can view an in-depth discussion of “Escape From the World’s Ways” in the Hope Sabbath School class led by Pastor Derek Morris. (Adobe Flash Player version.) A Youtube version of this week’s lesson at Hope Sabbath School is below. Hope Sabbath School You can download the video , the MP3 audio , and the lesson outline from the HopeTV Sabbath School Site. You might also want to bookmark the HopeSS YouTube Channel
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Wednesday: The Life of Wisdom
One of the most beautiful stories in the Bible is found in the story of Solomon’s request to God, to give him above all things “an understanding heart to judge Your people, that I may discern between good and evil. For who is able to judge this great people of Yours?” ( 1 Kings 3:9, NKJV ). Image © Lars Justinen Goodsalt.com What important words did God say to Solomon that, had he heeded, would have spared the king the ruin that his possessions brought upon him? Why was what God said to him here so important for all of us? 1 Kings 3:14 ; see also 1 John 5:3 , 1 Pet
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4: Escape from the World’s Ways – Discussion Starters
Mem ory verse: “Riches do not profit in the day of wrath, but righteousness delivers from death. . . . He who trusts in his riches will fall, but the righteous will flourish like foliage” ( Proverbs 11:4 , 28 , NKJV). Does a strong relationship with Christ protect us from evil and prepare us for eternal life with Him? What do you think are the key elements of a strong personal relationship with Jesus? A relationship with Christ. “Before any other relationship, Christ must be our first priority.” How did Moses illustrate this priority in his life? Is it possible for you to be so attracted to the world and its pleasures that God can no longer reach you
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Sunday: A Relationship With Christ
Love of worldly possessions, even by those who don’t have much, can be a powerful chain that binds the soul to the world instead of to Christ. Even if we don’t have much in terms of earthly possessions, the passionate desire to attain material goods can become a terrible curse that will, if not brought under the control of the Lord, lead a soul away from salvation. Satan knows this, which is why he uses the love of material possessions to ensnare as many as he possibly can. Image © Lars Justinen Goodsalt.com What is our only protection? “Set your mind on things above, not on things on the earth” ( Col
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