The Parable of the Mustard Seed
Scripture Reading: Mark 4:16–34; Outline: 1.) Its preparatory questions (v. 30); 2.) Its primary lesson (vv. 31–32); 3.) Its powerful applications
The Gentle Servant-Leader
Scripture Reading: 2 Timothy 2; Outline: 1.) The description; 2.) The duty; 3.) The design
God’s Imperatives for Purposeful Christ-centered Living
Scripture Reading: Colossians 3:1-17; Outline: 1.) Adorn yourself with the virtues of Christ (vv. 12-14); 2.) Rule yourself by the peace and Word of Christ (vv. 15-16); 3.) Motivate yourself by the name of Christ (v. 17)
The Heart of the Father
Scripture Reading: Luke 15:11-32; Outline: 1.) For the humble; 2.) For the hypocrite
Sweet Bridegroom-Bride Communion
Scripture Reading: Song of Solomon 1; Outline: 1.) Drawing and running; 2.) Bringing and rejoicing; 3.) Kissing and loving
Lessons from the Loaves
Scripture Reading: John 6:1-14; 28-35; 47-58; Outline: 1.) Jesus feeds generously; 2.) Jesus rebukes gently; 3.) Jesus reveals graciously; 4.) Jesus receives gladly
Zechariah’s Poured Out Spirit
Scripture Reading: Zechariah 12; Outline: 1.) His given name; 2.) His saving work; 3.) His personal application
How Can We Benefit from the Lord’s Supper?
Scripture Reading: 1 Corinthians 11:17-34; Outline: 1.) Reminding ourselves of its words of institution; 2.) Reconnecting with Christ crucified; 3.) Renewing our covenant with God; 4.) Refreshing our inward spiritual life; 5.) Recapitulating our feast-like blessings
The Selective Compassion of the Religious Man
Scripture Reading: Luke 10:25-37; Outline: 1.) Its self-justifying nature; 2.) Its Jesus-centered remedy; 3.) Its other-focused reorientation
This is That: The Coming of the Spirit
Scripture Reading: Joel 2:21–32; Acts 2:1–21; Outline: 1.) The sureness of His coming; 2.) The signs of His coming; 3.) The salvation of His coming