Lesson Plans: Proper 16 (B)
Sunday between August 21 and August 27 inclusive
Old Testament Lesson Plans: Solomon Dedicates the Temple
Scripture: 1 Kings 8: 22-30, 41-43
We continue to remember Israel’s leaders and how they strived to serve God. Each had their own challenges and gifts. The need for faithful leadership continues today and we seek wisdom from how these leaders sought the welfare of their people and showed their devotion to God.
Solomon is remembered for building the Temple and for his prayerful dedication of it to God. We are reminded of the importance of sacred space even as we know that God is with us everywhere.
New Testament Lesson Plans: What Will We Choose?
Scripture: John 6:56-59
The fork in the road. The moment of truth. The choice. Will we do things the way we’ve always done it, or will we take a leap of faith? “This teaching is difficult!” say those who have trekked with Jesus. Will we risk the spirit that gives life or will we pin all our hopes on “the flesh”? Jesus invites us into the unfathomable joys of the kingdom of God. What will we choose?
