Every Sunday morning at 9:00 am

Every Sunday morning our Sunday School classes provide biblical instruction for all ages.  From infant to adult, the Bible comes alive through stories, activities and in-depth Bible study.

For the kids we have:

• Nursery,

• Combined Pre-K/1st Grade class,

• Combined 2nd-5th Grade class, and

• Combined Middle School/High School class.

There are also two adult Sunday School classes offered.

All Sunday School classes begin at 9:00 am and we'd love for you to join us on Sunday mornings.

Admit Your Mistakes

Read Jonah 1:9-12

Have you ever made a mistake and tried to cover it up? Have you ever said, “It wasn’t me,” when it really was? Admitting mistakes is hard, especially when you know that punishment might be coming.

This happened to Jonah. God sent him to Nineveh. Jonah ran away. He boarded a ship headed in the opposite direction, but God stopped the ship with a terrible storm. Just as the ship was about to sink, the sailors asked Jonah if he knew who was responsible for making all their trouble.

Jonah knew that the storm was his fault because he had disobeyed God. He also knew that the sailors were going to throw whoever was responsible overboard. The ship was far from the coast, the waves were rough, the winds were furious, and no one would come to rescue him. There was no way Jonah would survive in the sea. What would you have done?

Jonah knew he had to admit what he had done (or not done in this case). He admitted his guilt and told the sailors to throw him overboard to save the rest of the crew. Would you have been that brave?

You probably know how this ended. God saved Jonah by sending a great fish to swallow him. While in the fish’s belly, Jonah remembered God and asked to be forgiven. The great fish spit Jonah up on the beach and Jonah did go to Nineveh as God commanded.

Next time you are tempted to lie about something you do, think about Jonah. After admitting his mistake and asking for forgiveness, God set Jonah back on the right path to Nineveh. God forgives you when you admit your sins and ask for forgiveness. He will bring you back to the path He has planned for you.

Your family, friends, teachers, and neighbors will also forgive your mistakes. Like Jonah, you may face some punishment. You may feel embarrassed or sad, but these things will only last a little while. In the end, relationships will be restored and you will feel OK about what happened. Admitting your mistakes always ends with a fresh start.

Think about this verse – I John 1:9

"If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness." (NIV)

Close in prayer

Dear Heavenly Father, when I make mistakes, it is often hard to admit it. Help me remember to ask for forgiveness and own-up to the things I have done (or not done). Thank you for forgiving me and loving me. Amen.

Don’t Look Back

Read Genesis 19:17 and Genesis 19:23-26

Sodom and Gomorrah were cities filled with evil. People living there were wicked and did things God hated. God told Abram (Abraham) that He was going to destroy Sodom and Gomorrah. Although Abram lived in Canaan, he was worried about his nephew Lot who lived in Sodom. The Lord sent two angels into Sodom to rescue Lot. They took Lot, his wife, and his daughters by their hands and pulled them out of Sodom and told them to flee. Lot’s family was told to run for their lives, never stop, and never look back.

Leaving things behind can be difficult. Perhaps Lot’s wife felt sad to leave her house and family memories behind. Maybe she was worried because they did not take anything with them. Possibly, she just wanted to see the fire God was sending. No matter the reason, she turned to look at Sodom one more time. As she hesitated, she lost her chance for escape and turned into a pillar of salt.

There are so many reason people move today. Have you ever had to move? Why did you move? How did you feel? Even in the excitement of moving, you can feel sad, worried, lonely, or scared. Just remember God is guiding your path and He will be going with you.

God wants you to grow wherever He plants you. He has new people for you to meet. There may be new things for you to do. God could even be showing you a new way of life. God will take you down many paths in your lifetime. Be ready to follow wherever He leads. He will be with you always. Do not turn back!

Think about this verse – Mark 1:20 (When Jesus called James and John to follow Him)

"He called them at once, and they also followed him, leaving their father, Zebedee, in the boat with the hired men." (New Living Translation)

Close in prayer

Dear Heavenly Father, doing new things can be frightening. Help me to follow the path You have planned for me. Please give me courage to look forward and not look back. Help me trust when it is difficult. Amen.

Love – The Greatest Commandment

Read Mark 12:28-33

Teachers and scholars enjoy debating the law. You can see this whenever you watch the nightly news on television or read the newspapers. It was no different in Jesus’s day. Those who opposed Jesus often tried to debate the law with him. They were hoping to trick him into making a mistake so they could arrest him.

One day a teacher of the law noticed that Jesus gave good answers, and he came to Jesus with a question. He wanted to know which commandment was the most important. Maybe he expected Jesus to name one of the Ten Commandments. If not one of the Ten Commandments, maybe something from the laws God gave Moses about festivals or sacrifices would top the list.

Jesus again answered with wisdom. There are two parts to the most important law, He said. God wants all men to (1) love Him best and (2) love each other. Such simple commandments. As the teacher stood thinking he had an “AH HAH” moment. He realized that this perfectly summed up all the laws God had given His people. He realized that the love in your heart is a greater gift than any sacrifice or offering you can make to God. And…if you love God, you will love the people He has created and put into your life. This is the Greatest Commandment.

Jesus praised the teacher who had asked this question. Jesus was pleased that he understood His teaching. Others listening also stopped talking and arguing. They had no more questions for Jesus that day.

As you think about the stories you read or hear from the Bible, think about love. Do not just think about how God loves you, think about how much you love God. Think about ways you can show your love to him. Think about ways you can show love to others. Worshipping, serving, giving, helping, and obeying are all part of loving. You already do these things every day. Keep up the good work with a loving heart!

Think about this verse – Hosea 6:6

"I want you to show love, not offer sacrifices. I want you to know me more than I want burnt offerings." (New Living Translation)

Close in prayer

Dear Heavenly Father, thank you for loving me as one of your children. I want to find ways to show my love for you every day. I want to show love to others. Please help me have a loving heart. Amen.

Selah

Read Psalm 67:1 and Psalm 68:19

These two verses have the same afternote, Selah. Did you notice that? Do you know what the word selah means? When you are reading along, and come to a word you do not know, you might just skip over it. Selah is one of the words many people “skip over,” but understanding it is important.

Selah is found 74 times in the Bible. Most often you see it in Psalms, but the prophet Habakkuk also uses it. The Bible is God’s word to us, and every word is important. So… what does selah mean? Early Bible translators had no idea what was meant by this term, and they often skipped it too. Today Bible scholars believe it was a note, placed in the verse, to be used when a Psalm was read or sung. At this point the reader would pause for the playing of cymbals or loud trumpets. This was a signal to let listeners know that they had just heard something important. Selah was a note in the story, telling everyone to stop and pay attention.

This note is for you too! When you read the Bible make sure you take the time to stop and listen to what God is telling you. Somedays you may read several chapters if you are reading an adventure story, like David’s victory over the giant Goliath. Other times you may read your favorite verse over and over, taking time to think about it. You may even read a part that you do not understand and stop to ask for help.

Does it matter how you read the Bible? No, not at all. What is important is that you read it. Try to read a little bit each day. Read over your favorite parts but add some new verses too. Read about Old Testament heroes, prophets, and kings. Read about the life of Jesus and His teachings in the gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John). Read about the travels of the apostles and early church leaders in their letters. There is so much to read and learn! Selah!

Think about this verse – Joshua 1:8

"Study this Book of Instruction continually. Meditate on it day and night so you will be sure to obey everything written in it. Only then will you prosper and succeed in all you do." (New Living Translation)

Close in prayer

Dear Heavenly Father, I know that the Bible is full of lessons for me. As I read it and think about what You are saying, help me understand. Help me learn more about You as I read. Amen.

Excuses, Excuses!

Read Exodus 4:1 and Exodus 4:10-13

Everyone makes excuses, especially when we are asked to do something we do not want to do. What do you say when it is time to clean up dinner and help with dishes? Do you know a good excuse to avoid doing your homework? How can it be your turn to feed the dog, when you just fed him yesterday? Someone else should clean up the mess, they made it, not me! Sound familiar?

When God told Moses to talk to Pharaoh and ask Pharaoh to free the Israelites in Egypt, he had many excuses too. Moses told God that Pharaoh would not believe him. Moses told God that he was not a good speaker and would not be able to come up with the right words. Moses pleaded with God to send someone else.

All the excuses Moses gave did nothing to change God’s mind. God was angry with Moses for questioning His decision, but God knew that Moses was a faithful man who could lead the Israelites out of Egypt. The books of Exodus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy tell us about the hard times Moses and the Israelites faced as they left Egypt and traveled through the desert. God chose Moses to lead the Israelites on their journey. God spoke to Moses and gave him rules for the Israelites. Through Moses, God taught the Israelites how He wanted them to live and worship Him.

For 40 years Moses led his people, doing hard things without excuses. It is often hard things that challenge you to do the right thing. When you are asked to do something and need to make a tough choice, remember Moses. Remember it was hard for him to overcome his challenges. Are you up for the challenges you will face?

Think about this verse - Luke 11:28

"Jesus replied, 'But even more blessed are all who hear the word of God and put it into practice.'" (NLT)

Close in prayer

Dear Heavenly Father, I love and honor You. Help me know the right things to do and help me to do them without excuses. Amen.