LESSON OVERVIEW FOR ADULTS In Matthew 2:1-12, we discover the remarkable journey of the Wise Men who traveled from a distant land to worship the newborn King. These scholars noticed a special star appear in the sky and understood it signaled the birth of an important king. They packed expensive gifts and traveled a great distance to find Jesus. When
LESSON OVERVIEW FOR ADULTS In Luke 2:8-20, we discover how God chose humble shepherds to be the first people to hear about Jesus’ birth. During this time in history, shepherds were considered among the lowest members of society. They spent their days and nights in fields caring for sheep, protecting them from danger, and ensuring none wandered away. Though others
LESSON OVERVIEW FOR ADULTS In Genesis 26:12-25, we read about Isaac’s experience in the Valley of Gerar. Isaac planted crops in the land, and the Lord blessed him abundantly. His crops produced one hundred times what he normally would have harvested. Isaac became very wealthy with large flocks, herds, and many servants. His prosperity made the Philistines jealous of him.
LESSON OVERVIEW FOR ADULTS In Luke 12:13-31, Jesus teaches an important lesson about priorities and possessions. A man approaches Jesus asking Him to settle a dispute about inheritance with his brother. Jesus responds by warning against greed and tells the parable of a rich farmer who had abundant crops. This farmer decided to tear down his barns and build bigger
LESSON OVERVIEW FOR ADULTS In John 3:1-17, a religious leader named Nicodemus came to visit Jesus at night. Nicodemus had seen the miracles Jesus performed and recognized Jesus must have come from God. During their conversation, Jesus explained to Nicodemus that to enter God’s kingdom, a person must be born again. This confused Nicodemus, who wondered how someone could be
LESSON OVERVIEW FOR ADULTS In Genesis 35:23–26, we learn the names of Jacob’s 12 sons. These sons would go on to form the 12 tribes of Israel. Among them, Joseph was especially favored by Jacob because he was born to Rachel, the wife Jacob loved most. This favoritism became a seed of jealousy and bitterness among the brothers. Genesis 37:1–36
LESSON OVERVIEW FOR ADULTS In Luke 4:16–21, Jesus reads from the scroll of Isaiah in the synagogue and declares, “Today this Scripture is fulfilled in your hearing.” This moment marks the beginning of His public ministry and reveals that He is the long-awaited Savior who brings good news, healing, freedom, and favor. Jesus boldly identifies Himself as the fulfillment of
LESSON OVERVIEW FOR ADULTS In Mark 1:1–11 and Matthew 3:13–17, we see John the Baptist appearing in the wilderness to call people to repentance, baptize them, and point them to Jesus. When Jesus comes, John baptizes Him and the Father’s voice affirms Him, and the Holy Spirit descends like a dove. These passages show us that before Jesus began his
LESSON OVERVIEW FOR ADULTS In Nehemiah 4:1–23, we find God’s people hard at work rebuilding the wall around Jerusalem. Even when enemies mocked and threatened them, the people kept building. Nehemiah encouraged them to pray and trust in God. With tools in one hand and swords in the other, they stayed alert and never stopped working. This passage reminds us
LESSON OVERVIEW FOR ADULTS In Genesis 28:10–33:20, we follow Jacob’s journey away from home after deceiving his brother Esau. On his way to Haran, Jacob dreams of a stairway to heaven and hears God’s promise to bless and protect him. This divine moment comes when Jacob is vulnerable and alone, showing that God often meets us when we are hurting
