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A devotional study about earnestly wrestling with God in prayer, and holding on to Him until He blesses us. Genesis 32:24-26 KJV And Jacob was left alone; and there wrestled a man with him until the breaking of the day. And when He saw that He prevailed not against him, He touched the hollow of his thigh; and the hollow of Jacob's thigh was out of joint, as He wrestled with him. And He said,...

Sabbath Rest — Review of Lesson #10 of the 3rd Quarter of 2021 - The Sabbath School Lesson study guide can be found here: https://ssnet.org/lessons/21c/less10m.html The title of this quarter's theme is: Rest in Christ (Rest for the Restless) We will be focusing on the different types of REST discussed in the scriptures, the promises associated with REST , and what it really means to REST in C...

A devotional study about our obligation to forgive those who have wronged us, whether or not they have repented of that wrong.  We undermine our own forgiveness when we refuse to forgive others. Matthew 6:12 KJV And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. --- During many of our podcasts, you will hear us make reference to “ The Key Principles of Effective Bible Study ,”  a document which...

The Rhythms of Rest — Review of Lesson #9 of the 3rd Quarter of 2021 - The Sabbath School Lesson study guide can be found here: https://ssnet.org/lessons/21c/less09m.html The title of this quarter's theme is: Rest in Christ (Rest for the Restless) We will be focusing on the different types of REST discussed in the scriptures, the promises associated with REST , and what it really means to RES...

A devotional about the relationship between our message and our spirit and attitude.  We cannot deliver a message of God using methods, tone and tactics of the enemy.  The fruit of the Spirit should be evident in the life of the Christian, especially as he or she proclaims the gospel to others. Luke 9:54-55 KJV And when His disciples James and John saw this, they said, “Lord, wilt Thou that we com...

Free to Rest — Review of Lesson #8 of the 3rd Quarter of 2021 - The Sabbath School Lesson study guide can be found here: https://ssnet.org/lessons/21c/less08m.html The title of this quarter's theme is: Rest in Christ (Rest for the Restless) We will be focusing on the different types of REST discussed in the scriptures, the promises associated with REST , and what it really means to REST in Ch...

A study about what phase of judgment is being discussed by Peter in 1 Peter 4:17, and how that applies to Ezekiel 9, and the relationship with Matthew 25. 1 Peter 4:17 KJV For the time is come that judgment must begin at the house of God: and if it first begin at us, what shall the end be of them that obey not the gospel of God? --- During many of our podcasts, you will hear us make reference to “...

Rest, Relationships, and Healing — Review of Lesson #7 of the 3rd Quarter of 2021 - The Sabbath School Lesson study guide can be found here: https://ssnet.org/lessons/21c/less07m.html The title of this quarter's theme is: Rest in Christ (Rest for the Restless) We will be focusing on the different types of REST discussed in the scriptures, the promises associated with REST , and what it really...

A study about the purpose of Christ's earthly ministry, and things we should consider when w we read God's proclamations of future events. Matthew 10:34-36 KJV Think not that I am come to send peace on earth: I came not to send peace, but a sword. For I am come to set a man at variance against his father, and the daughter against her mother, and the daughter in law against her mother in...

Finding Rest in Family Ties — Review of Lesson #6 of the 3rd Quarter of 2021 - The Sabbath School Lesson study guide can be found here: https://ssnet.org/lessons/21c/less06m.html The title of this quarter's theme is: Rest in Christ (Rest for the Restless) We will be focusing on the different types of REST discussed in the scriptures, the promises associated with REST , and what it really mean...

A study about what Paul is discussing in Romans 14, and whether or not it has any bearing on the ten commandments or doctrinal issues. Romans 14:5 KJV One man esteemeth one day above another: another esteemeth every day alike. Let every man be fully persuaded in his own mind. --- During many of our podcasts, you will hear us make reference to “ The Key Principles of Effective Bible Study ,”  a doc...

Come to Me... — Review of Lesson #5 of the 3rd Quarter of 2021 - The Sabbath School Lesson study guide can be found here: https://ssnet.org/lessons/21c/less05m.html The title of this quarter's theme is: Rest in Christ (Rest for the Restless) We will be focusing on the different types of REST discussed in the scriptures, the promises associated with REST , and what it really means to REST in C...

A preliminary study about the entity known as "the beast" in Revelation, starting with chapter 13.  The goal here is to recognize how this symbol is used throughout Revelation 13-20, and determine which entity is the owner of the Name , the Number , the Mark and the Image mentioned in those same chapters. Revelation 13:16-18 KJV And he causeth all, both small and great, rich and poor, fr...

The Cost of Rest — Review of Lesson #4 of the 3rd Quarter of 2021 - The Sabbath School Lesson study guide can be found here: https://ssnet.org/lessons/21c/less04m.html The title of this quarter's theme is: Rest in Christ (Rest for the Restless) We will be focusing on the different types of REST discussed in the scriptures, the promises associated with REST , and what it really means to REST i...

A brief overview about the key differences between the Old and New Covenants as found in Jeremiah 31 and Hebrews 8-10.   We have reviewed this in more depth over the course of the second quarter of 2021, but this is just a short overview on the key points. Jeremiah 31:31-33 KJV " Behold, the days come," saith the LORD, "that I will make a new covenant with the house of Israel, and w...

The Roots of Restlessness — Review of Lesson #3 of the 3rd Quarter of 2021 - The Sabbath School Lesson study guide can be found here: https://ssnet.org/lessons/21c/less03m.html The title of this quarter's theme is: Rest in Christ (Rest for the Restless) We will be focusing on the different types of REST discussed in the scriptures, the promises associated with REST , and what it really means...

A study about the disciples not understanding Christ's mission -- or even Christ Himself!  Do we know what manner of man Christ is? Matthew 8:27 KJV But the men marvelled, saying, " What manner of man is this , that even the winds and the sea obey Him!" --- During many of our podcasts, you will hear us make reference to “ The Key Principles of Effective Bible Study ,”  a document wh...

Restless and Rebellious — Review of Lesson #2 of the 3rd Quarter of 2021 The Sabbath School Lesson study guide can be found here: https://ssnet.org/lessons/21c/less02m.html The title of this quarter's theme is: Rest in Christ (Rest for the Restless) We will be focusing on the different types of REST discussed in the scriptures, the promises associated with REST , and what it really means to R...

A study about the Apostle Paul's statement to the Corinthian believers that he was willing to be "present with the Lord."   Let's dig into what he was actually communicating to them, bearing in mind what he had already shared with them in an earlier epistle. 2 Corinthians 5:8 KJV We are confident, I say, and willing rather to be absent from the body , and to be present with the...

Living in a 24/7 Society — Review of Lesson #1 of the 3rd Quarter of 2021 The Sabbath School Lesson study guide can be found here: https://ssnet.org/lessons/21c/less01m.html The title of this quarter's theme is: Rest in Christ (Rest for the Restless) We will be focusing on the different types of REST discussed in the scriptures, the promises associated with REST , and what it really means to...

A study about Christ's crucifixion and resurrection "on the third day" where we clear up the timing of His death and resurrection according to the scriptures.  Sometimes we have to pull the details from more than one part of the Bible to get our answers. Luke 24:21 KJV But we trusted that it had been He which should have redeemed Israel: and beside all this, to day is the third day...

"The New-Covenant Life" — Review of Lesson #13 of the 2nd Quarter of 2021 The Sabbath School Lesson study guide can be found here: https://ssnet.org/lessons/21b/less13m.html The title of this quarter's theme is: The Promise: God’s Everlasting Covenant We will be focusing on the covenants of promise that God has made with His people, starting in Eden (Genesis 3), continuing to Noah (...

A devotional study about the new commandment that Christ gave to His disciples and the end of His earthly ministry.   We will investigate what makes it new, and whether or not it replaces any other commandment. John 13:34-35 KJV A new commandment I give unto you , That ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also love one another .  By this shall all men know that ye are My disciples, if...

"Covenant Faith" — Review of Lesson #12 of the 2nd Quarter of 2021 A better title would have been "Righteousness by Faith" The Sabbath School Lesson study guide can be found here: https://ssnet.org/lessons/21b/less12m.html The title of this quarter's theme is: The Promise: God’s Everlasting Covenant We will be focusing on the covenants of promise that God has made with His...

A devotional study about how God, in His grace, has made a way for us to be overcomers -- each time we face temptation.   We will also look at the story of one man who did not avail himself of this grace. 1 Corinthians 10:13 KJV There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the tempt...