Seekers with Dr. Violet T. Adams

Guiding Question How can we love someone who has deeply hurt us without ignoring the wrong they have done? Lesson Focus Followers of Christ demonstrate God's love by extending grace even to those who oppose them. Loving our enemies may be one of the hardest commands Jesus ever gave. It doesn't mean pretending the pain never happened. It doesn't mean ignoring justice or removing healthy boundaries....

Guiding Question How can my faith beyond the church walls help others see the heart of God? Lesson Focus Jesus never intended for our faith to remain inside the church. He calls us to live as a visible witness wherever we go. This lesson reminds us that true discipleship is shown through the way we treat people beyond the church walls. When our actions reflect the character of Christ, others have...

Guiding Question How can I remain faithful in the little things God requires of me when it looks like I may not reach my purpose? Lesson Focus God often prepares us for greater opportunities through our faithfulness in everyday responsibilities. While we work toward our purpose, we must continue serving, growing, and honoring God in the tasks He places before us today. Success is not measured only...

Today’s Guiding Question How can I choose integrity when the world punishes me for making the right decisions? The Focus of Today’s Lesson Today we will discover that doing what is right does not always bring immediate rewards. Sometimes integrity costs us friendships, opportunities, comfort, or approval. Yet God sees our faithfulness, develops our character, and works through every season of our...

Point 1: The Mission to Go Gospel of Matthew 28:18–20 Jesus reminds believers that they are sent with divine authority and called to actively share His teachings through faithful living and spiritual leadership.

Guiding Question How do I continue living out God’s mission when the people around me do not yet recognize what God has placed within me? Lesson Focus God calls ordinary people to carry out meaningful missions, often before recognition or opportunity arrives. Jesus teaches that believers are the light of the world, and that light should not be hidden when others fail to understand it. This lesson...

Guiding Question How does the Holy Spirit bring me together with people from whom I am separated? Focus of the Lesson Pentecost teaches us that God’s Spirit meets us when distance has grown between us. The Spirit helps people gather, heal, and begin understanding one another again.

Guiding Question: How can struggle become part of God’s call without pulling us away from Him? Lesson Focus: Struggle does not always mean we have stepped outside of God’s will. Sometimes, the wilderness becomes the place where God teaches us how to stand in obedience, hold to His Word, and worship without surrendering ourselves to despair. I have three points for today: Depend in the Wilderness —...

Matthew 26:36–39, John 19:16–18, Romans 5:6–8 Guiding Question How do we measure our love for Christ—and are we willing to love each other like Him, even when it’s hard? Lesson Point Jesus was fully human and fully divine—He felt the weight, the pain, and the struggle, yet chose the cross anyway. His love shows us that real love goes beyond feelings and is revealed in obedience, sacrifice, and how...

Today’s lesson is called Seeing the Bigger Picture . In this lesson, we will learn how to see the bigger picture by trusting God with our needs, surrendering our lives to His purpose, and recognizing that where we are may be part of His plan. I have three points to make today. Point 1 — Matthew 6:25–33 We see the bigger picture when we trust God with what we need. Point 2 — Matthew 16:24–26 We see...

Guiding Point A mother’s purpose is not limited to giving birth. A mother’s purpose is revealed through nurturing love, godly wisdom, faithful guidance, and the willingness to help others grow into who God created them to be.

Scripture Focus: Luke 10:38–42; Luke 11:28Psalm 1:1–3 Introduction – A Martha Moment I remember a season in my life when I realized something about myself while sitting in church. I realized that I was Martha. At that time, I was involved in many responsibilities and activities in the church. When I arrived each Sunday, I was already moving from one assignment to another. I would begin by teaching...

Guiding Question If God has called me, why does the journey feel slow, stretching, or unclear? Lesson Point (Concise) Calling is not full explanation. It is faithful movement — and formation happens in the walking. I Have 3 Points to Make Learning as You Walk — Mark 3:13–15 Jesus calls the disciples to be with Him before sending them out, showing that relationship and formation come before assignm...

Lesson Point (Concise) You were born with divine purpose, and God develops destiny through identity and formation before granting visibility. I have 3 points to make today Purpose Before Platform — In Luke 2:46–49, Jesus Christ demonstrates awareness of purpose long before public ministry begins. Identity Before Influence — In Luke 3:21–23, heaven affirms Jesus’ identity before His ministry starts...

Lesson Guiding Question What does it require of us to follow God when obedience means releasing what is familiar, even when the future is unclear? Lesson Point The point of today’s lesson is to understand that following God often requires leaving behind what feels secure, predictable, or familiar in order to step into His greater purpose. God’s call invites us to trust Him beyond our plans, our pr...

Lesson Guiding Question How do we respond when God calls us forward, but our sense of unworthiness tells us that we are not enough? Lesson Point The point of today’s lesson is to understand that feeling unworthy does not disqualify us from God’s call. God consistently chooses people who are aware of their flaws so that His presence, grace, and power—not their perfection—define the outcome. I Have...

Guiding Reflection Question As we begin this new season, how do we recognize God’s purpose in our lives when we feel uncertain, unprepared, or pulled in many directions at once? Lesson Focus This first lesson of Unit 1 introduces the truth that our calling and identity begin with God’s intention, not our readiness, and are revealed as we respond to His voice. I Have Three Points for Today’s Lesson...

Gratitude for the future is an act of faith. When we thank God in advance, we are not ignoring reality—we are declaring trust. We are saying that His promises are trustworthy, His presence is secure, and His plans are good—even before they unfold. This kind of gratitude doesn’t come from certainty. It comes from confidence in who God is . Today’s lesson is especially meaningful because it is the f...

Because God loved us so profoundly, He did not remain distant—He came near. The birth of Jesus is more than a seasonal celebration; it is the divine declaration that God keeps His promises and chooses to be present with His people. From Isaiah’s prophecy of Immanuel—“God with us”—to John’s proclamation that the Word became flesh, Scripture reveals a God who steps into our world, carries our burden...

Guiding Question How does gratitude reshape a believer’s inner life, their relationships, and the way they reflect Christ in the world? Lesson Point (Big Idea) Gratitude is a spiritual posture that transforms how we think, love, and behave. When gratitude becomes a daily discipline, it changes our attitudes, our interactions, and the way we live out God’s character before others. I have three poin...

Guiding Question: How does gratitude anchor my faith when life feels unstable? Lesson Point : Gratitude stabilizes the believer by focusing the heart on God’s peace, God’s presence, and God’s everlasting love. Today, I have three points to make. POINT 1 — Gratitude for God’s Peace Philippians 4:4–7 This passage teaches us that thanksgiving invites God’s peace into our lives, calming anxiety and gu...

Guided Question Have you ever prayed for something and almost missed God’s answer because it didn’t come the way you expected? Lesson Point Sometimes we miss the miracle because it doesn’t look miraculous. We expect thunder and light, but God often moves through whispers and small gestures. He answers prayers through people, circumstances, and timing. When we pray, God moves—but not always in the...

Prayer is not a single act but a continual rhythm of renewal, alignment, and desire — the daily practice that keeps our hearts connected to God. Now, I have three points today 1. The Rhythm of Retreat — Withdrawing to Be Renewed Luke 5:12–16 (NIV) Jesus teaches us to step away from the noise to be restored in quiet places. Prayer was His rhythm of renewal after ministry. Prayer as recovery and res...

John 14:12–14 Acts 12:5–11 Psalm 34:15–19 Prayer is not about informing God of our needs; it is about inviting Him into every part of our lives. We pray because it aligns our hearts with His, builds faith through action, and opens the door for healing, forgiveness, and restoration in our communities and within ourselves. I have three points I want to share in today’s lesson. Point 1 – Prayer in Ev...

Lesson Summary In this second lesson of the Teach Us to Pray series, we explore the purpose behind prayer. Prayer is more than words—it is the heartbeat of our faith, connecting us to God’s presence, His will, and His transforming power. Through James 5:13–20, we see that prayer restores, strengthens, and redeems. Guiding Question Why do we pray, and what happens in us and through us when we do? L...