Today’s Reading: Matthew 5:37 (HCSB) You have heard that it was said, An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth. But I tell you, don’t resist an evildoer. On the contrary, if anyone slaps you on your right cheek, turn the other to him also. As for the one who wants toContinue reading “Your Right to Get Revenge (Lesson #22- Summer School with Jesus)”
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Had My Fingers Crossed (Lesson #21- Summer School with Jesus)
Today’s Reading: Matthew 5:33-37 (HCSB) Again, you have heard that it was said to our ancestors, “You must not break your oath, but you must keep your oaths to the Lord.” But I tell you, don’t take an oath at all: either by heaven, because it is God’s throne; or by the earth, because itContinue reading “Had My Fingers Crossed (Lesson #21- Summer School with Jesus)”
The Greatest Enemy to Families (Lesson #20- Summer School with Jesus)
Today’s Reading: Matthew 5:31-32 (HCSB) It was also said, Whoever divorces his wife must give her a written notice of divorce. But I tell you, everyone who divorces his wife, except in a case of sexual immorality, causes her to commit adultery. And whoever marries a divorced woman commits adultery. Today’s Question: If you are married, what gradeContinue reading “The Greatest Enemy to Families (Lesson #20- Summer School with Jesus)”
Eye Patches and Prosthetics for Everyone (Lesson #19- Summer School with Jesus)
Today’s Reading: Matthew 5:29-30 (HCSB) If your right eye causes you to sin, gouge it out and throw it away. For it is better that you lose one of the parts of your body than for your whole body to be thrown into hell. And if your right hand causes you to sin, cut it off andContinue reading “Eye Patches and Prosthetics for Everyone (Lesson #19- Summer School with Jesus)”
What Not to Do When Walking on Your Rooftop (Lesson #18- Summer School with Jesus)
Today’s Reading: Matthew 5:27-28 (HCSB) You have heard that it was said, Do not commit adultery. But I tell you, everyone who looks at a woman to lust for her has already committed adultery with her in his heart. Today’s Question: What is the worst thought that has gone through your mind today? Today’s Commentary:Continue reading “What Not to Do When Walking on Your Rooftop (Lesson #18- Summer School with Jesus)”
One Reason Not to Go to Church (Lesson #17- Summer School with Jesus)
Today’s Reading: Matthew 5:23-26 (HCSB) So if you are offering your gift on the altar, and there you remember that your brother has something against you, leave your gift there in front of the altar. First go and be reconciled with your brother, and then come and offer your gift. Reach a settlement quickly withContinue reading “One Reason Not to Go to Church (Lesson #17- Summer School with Jesus)”
Sticks and Stones and Other Lethal Weapons (Lesson #16- Summer School with Jesus)
Today’s Reading: Matthew 5:21-22 (HCSB) You have heard that it was said to our ancestors, Do not murder, and whoever murders will be subject to judgment. But I tell you, everyone who is angry with his brother will be subject to judgment. And whoever says to his brother, ‘Fool!’ will be subject to the Sanhedrin.Continue reading “Sticks and Stones and Other Lethal Weapons (Lesson #16- Summer School with Jesus)”
Only the “Best” Get to Heaven? (Lesson #15- Summer School with Jesus)
Today’s Reading: Matthew 5:20 (HCSB) For I tell you, unless your righteousness surpasses that of the scribes and Pharisees, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven. Today’s Question: How does a “good” person get to Heaven? Today’s Commentary: How good does someone need to be to go to Heaven? Only someone out of theirContinue reading “Only the “Best” Get to Heaven? (Lesson #15- Summer School with Jesus)”
Did You Hear the Alarming Rumor Going Around? (Lesson #14- Summer School with Jesus)
Today’s Reading: Matthew 5:17-19 (HCSB) Don’t assume that I came to destroy the Law or the Prophets. I did not come to destroy but to fulfill. For I assure you: Until heaven and earth pass away, not the smallest letter or one stroke of a letter will pass from the law until all things are accomplished. Therefore, whoeverContinue reading “Did You Hear the Alarming Rumor Going Around? (Lesson #14- Summer School with Jesus)”
How to Be an Attractive Christian (Lesson #13- Summer School with Jesus)
Today’s Reading: Matthew 5:16 (HCSB) In the same way, let your light shine before men, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven. Today’s Question: What is the evidence that you are a follower of Jesus Christ? Today’s Commentary: “Hide it under a bushel, NO!Continue reading “How to Be an Attractive Christian (Lesson #13- Summer School with Jesus)”
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