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Ps 4:1-8. Finding hope and comfort amidst the coronavirus. Ps 23:1-6. God is our Shepherd. He is our Guide (v. 1-3), Protector (v. 4), Provider (v. 5), and Constant Companion (v. 6). The rest and peace that you seek can be found in His word (Josh 1:9). Concludes with announcements from Scott Craig. 

Update on Pastor Inghram's health. Ps 56:1-4; Ps 121:1-8: Having confidence in God. Job 14:1-22. In ch. 14, we study Job's despair of hope. Job opines on the brevity of life (v. 1-6), the futility of death (v. 7-17), and the absence of hope (v. 18-22).

Coronavirus facts: American disease and fatality statistics. Job 13:1-28. In ch. 13, Job continues his repudiation of his friends (12:1-13:19). He defends himself to his three friends (13:1-19), then makes his despondent case to God (13:20-28).

John Quincy Adams argues Amistad case at Supreme Court. Job 12:1-25. In ch. 12, Job begins his repudiation of his friends. He provides his initial retort (v. 1-12) then recounts God's wisdom and power (v. 13-25). He uses this passage to rebuff his friends' criticism.

Paul Harvey's 1978, "So God Made a Farmer." Job 11:1-20. In ch. 11, Zophar, who is even more ruthless than Job's other friends, rebukes Job's words (v. 1-6), misapplies God's wisdom (v. 7-12), and pleas for Job to change his mind (v. 13-20). Job's friends continue to misapply doctrine to try to figure out Job's situation rather than trust the Lord.

Presidents' Day. Job commentary reading. Job 10:1-22. Job expresses his desperation by challenging (v. 1-7), reminding (v. 8-12), blaming (v. 13-17), and making a morbid request (v. 18-22) of God. Job is frustrated with his frailty and becomes a bad example of dealing with grief.

Remarks on President McKinley. Job 9:1-35. Who can contend with God? In ch. 9, Job responds to Bildad's speech by expressing God's power (v. 1-13), God's arbitrary power (v. 14-24), and his own despair (v. 25-35). Believers must remember that suffering is in God's hands. While difficult, it can produce spiritual maturity and glory to God.

Nigerian mission story from Dan and Pat Hill. Job 8:1-22. In ch. 8, we study another misguided speech from one of Job's friends. Bildad gives a defense of God's justice (v. 1-7), proof from history (v. 8-10), illustrations from nature (v. 11-19), and a slim offer of hope for Job (v. 20-22). Not only is Bildad off the mark, but like us, he should not further discourage his friend.

The misunderstood importance of Job, according to Henry Morris. Job 6:1-7:21. In ch. 6, we study Job's defense of his complaining (v. 1-7), his despair (v. 8-13), his disappointment in his friends (v. 14-23), and his plea to them (v. 24-30). Then, in ch. 7, we review Job's pattern of misery (7:1-5) and his prayer to God (v. 6-21). God loves us and will help us endure misery.

Job 4:1-5:27. In ch. 4, Eliphaz rebukes Job (4:1-6), reasons about his suffering (v. 7-11), and reports a vision (v. 12-21). In ch. 5, Eliphaz continues his lament (5:1-7), advising Job to appeal to God (v. 8-16) to cease His disciplinary action (v. 17-27). Unlike Eliphaz, we should encourage, not criticize, fellow believers.

Job 3:1-26. In ch. 3, God uses poetry to describe Job’s despair. In response to his extreme circumstances, Job wishes he’d never been born (v. 1-10), had died at birth (v. 11-19), or would die now (v. 20-26). We must remember that our existence is to glorify God, even during times of misery.

Communion: The Lord Jesus Christ as our ransom (1 Tim 2:1-6). Review of steps we can take to renew our spiritual lives in the new year (Reading the Bible, Memorizing Scripture, Prayer Time, Spiritual Service, Giving, Witnessing, Missions, Helping others, Overcoming weaknesses, and Obedience to God). Lesson concludes with reading of James Thomas Fields’, “The Ballad of the Tempest.”

Heb 1:14. Study of angels continued, including their exaltation (Isa 6:3; Rev 4:8; Lk 2:13-14) and service (Mt 28:2, 5-6; Lk 22:43; 1 Pet 1:12).

Ps 148:1-6. A study of the creatures called angels (Ps 104:4), including their appearances to Zechariah (Lk 1:5-22), Mary (v. 26-38), Joseph (Mt 1:18-24), and the shepherds (Lk 2:8-14). Let’s share their enthusiasm in announcing the birth of our Lord to the world.

Remarks on President McKinley cont. Job 1:13-22, 2:1-13. At the conclusion of ch. 1, Job loses his children and property to Satan's attacks. Will Job remain faithful to God? In ch. 2, we learn more about Satan as he addresses God and launches his second attack on Job (Job 2:1-7). We're then introduced to Job's wife (v. 9-10) and friends (v. 11-13). Lesson concludes with study bible reading of, "Sa...

Remarks on President William McKinley. Job 1:1-12. Additional background information reviewed. Study of verses 6-12, including the angelic sons of God (v. 6, 2:1, 5:1, 38:7; Ps 103:20, 104:4, 89:6; Dan 7:10), Satan's interaction with God, and his attacks on the human race (1 Pet 5:8, Jn 12:31) and Job.

(Ps 105:1-5) Thanksgiving reflections: remembering who the Lord is and being thankful (Ps 95:1-7, 107:1, 8-9, 118:21, 119:62; 1 Cor 1:4, 15:57; Philemon 4-5; 2 Cor 9:15; Rom 5:8; Col 1:12; 1 Jn 1:9; Phil 4:6). Includes review of the Pilgrims’ history, their special relationship with the Indians, and America’s first Thanksgiving.

(Ps 105:1-5) Thanksgiving reflections: remembering who the Lord is and being thankful (Ps 95:1-7, 107:1, 8-9, 118:21, 119:62; 1 Cor 1:4, 15:57; Philemon 4-5; 2 Cor 9:15; Rom 5:8; Col 1:12; 1 Jn 1:9; Phil 4:6). Includes review of the Pilgrims’ history, their special relationship with the Indians, and America’s first Thanksgiving.

Introduction continued with commentary readings. Review of chapter outline and theological themes, such as the problem of the righteous sufferer, the sovereignty and omnipotence of God, the facets of sin and suffering, and the supernatural conflict between God and Satan. Study of Job 1:1-5 (Gen 10:23).

Job 1:1. Introduction to Job (Job 42:16-17, 1 Cor 3:19). Includes readings from the Nelson Study Bible, Bible Knowledge Commentary, New English Translation Bible, and Acts & Facts.

Eph 2:8-10. Haggai: Rebuilding the Temple. Jim begins his survey of the book of Haggai by reviewing pre-exilic, exilic, and post-exilic prophets. He then explains the four messages given by Haggai to the Israelites (Hag 1:1-15, 2:1-9, 2:10-19, 2:20-23).

James F. Myers Ministries missionary report. Jim describes his evangelistic outreach efforts in Ukraine, Brazil, and Zambia, where he trains pastors, teachers, missionaries, and evangelists. Includes information on his Word of God Bible College in Kiev.

Psalm 83:1-5. 2019 Christian Leadership Conference: The Holocaust, Anti-Semitism, and Israel cont. Review of topics discussed final day. Focus on the problem facing Israel today and what the Christian attitude should be towards the Jews, God's chosen people.

Pastor Inghram medical update. Psalm 83:1-5. 2019 Christian Leadership Conference at Yad Vashem: The Holocaust, Anti-Semitism, and Israel. Review of topics discussed days 1-3. Focus on God, Jews, and history. 

Isaiah 56:1-5. 2019 Christian Leadership Conference: The Holocaust, Anti-Semitism, and Israel cont. Review of topics discussed days 4-9. Focus on Jews in the medieval Christian world, Holocaust denial, and survivors.