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.
Zacchaeus the Tax Collector
Read Luke 19:1-10
Do you know the Zacchaeus song? Even if you do not know the song, you probably learned about the time Zacchaeus climbed a tree just to see Jesus. He knew that Jesus was coming down the road to Jericho and was curious about Him. He wanted to see this teacher that everyone was talking about. The problem was that Zacchaeus was short and there was a big crowd of people. How would he ever see Jesus over so many tall heads?
He had a great idea. Zacchaeus ran ahead and climbed up a tree. From his perch he would be able to see Jesus as He walked down the road.
When Jesus reached the spot where Zacchaeus was sitting in the tree, He stopped and called to Zacchaeus by name. Zacchaeus was startled because he had never met Jesus. How did Jesus know his name? What Jesus said next was even more surprising. He told Zacchaeus that He was coming to visit him at home that same day and would have dinner with him.
Others in the crowd were also surprised. Zacchaeus was a tax collector. Tax collectors often cheated people by taking extra money and keeping it for themselves. Why would Jesus want to visit a man who was a sinner and was disliked by so many people?
By the end of their time together, Zacchaeus had a change of heart. He promised Jesus that he would give to the poor. He also promised to pay back everyone he had cheated, even giving them more than he had taken. Meeting Jesus had changed Zacchaeus.
Luke told us this story in his gospel because it is important to know that Jesus came not just for good people, but for all people. Each of us has done things that we are not proud of. Maybe, you have done, said, or thought things that did not please God. No matter what it was, Jesus still wants you to know Him. He offers you forgiveness, just as He did for Zacchaeus. All you need to do is ask Him and He will change your life too!
Think about this verse – Luke 19:10
“For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost." (NIV)
Close in prayer
Dear Heavenly Father, thank you for knowing me by my name. Thank you for forgiving me and loving me even when I make mistakes. Thank you for being with me always. Amen.
Your Lighthouse
Read John 8:12
Have you ever visited a light house? If you have traveled along the coast, you probably have. A light house is built to guide ships through dangerous waters and lead them safely to shore. Even modern sailors rely on these lights to mark dangers that must be avoided. Accidentally sailing into sharp rocks could sink a boat. Drifting into shallow water could leave it mired and stuck in the sand. Dangerous currents could make a boat hard to steer and lead to disaster. Think how important these lights are on a dark foggy night when sailors feel helpless and lost.
Jesus told us that He was the light of the world and that those who followed Him would never walk in darkness. Like a lighthouse, He will guide you through the dangers of life. By His example He will show you how to obey God and be kind and loving. He warned about the temptations you will face and how to avoid trouble by keeping your eyes on Him. His love would draw you safely to God.
Do you know that you are a lighthouse too? The things you say and do will show others God’s love. Don’t be afraid to follow God’s laws boldly. When you have God’s love in your heart and let it shine through your life, others will be drawn to follow you to God… just as a sailor follows the beam of the lighthouse to safety. Every time you see a picture of a lighthouse, or pass one in your travels, think of Jesus. Think of His light leading you. Think how you can shine His light so others may follow it too.
Think of this verse – Isaiah 2:5
"Come, descendants of Jacob, let us walk in the light of the LORD." (NIV)
Close in Prayer
Dear Heavenly Father, Jesus is my lighthouse. I trust that He will guide my life and protect me from dangers and temptations. Help me be a lighthouse too. Help me show others how to follow You and lead them to Your love. Amen.
Use Your Talents
Read Matthew 25:14-26 (Parable of the Talents)
Jesus told a parable about a very rich man. He went on a long journey and divided his property among three servants for safekeeping. Jesus said he gave one five talents, one three talents, and another a single talent. Have you ever wondered just how much a talent was worth?
To earn a single talent a man would have to work 6,000 days, or about 18 years. Wow! Anyone who had just one talent was considered rich. The riches these servants were entrusted to hold were beyond imagination. People in Bible times would understand this and you should too.
Today when we use the word talent, it does not mean money or property. The modern definition of talent is ability or strength. When you read this parable, do not think of your money, think of your abilities. God gives us all abilities. These abilities are similar to Biblical talents. They are gifts we all receive from God without working for them. Each person gets different abilities and gets them in different amounts. Everyone gets at least one. Finally, each person can choose how to use them.
Have you ever thought about your abilities (talents)? What do you do well? What do you enjoy doing? What do you do easily? God has given His children so many different abilities (talents). Singing, talking with others, strength, speed, kindness, helpfulness, and wisdom are just some of the gifts God gives us. Like a Biblical talent, your gift is worth much more than you realize.
What are you doing with your gifts? Your gifts may lead to your job. Your gifts might determine your friends or hobbies. Do you share your gifts with others in your family, school, or community? But most importantly, are you using your gifts to please God? God wants you to use them wisely, not just hide them in the ground. Think of ways to use your gifts to bring others into God’s family. Think of work you can do for Him. God has given you gifts of great value. Are you ready to put your talents to work?
Think about this verse – I Peter 4:10
"Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms." (NIV)
Close in prayer
Dear Heavenly Father, thank you for the talents You have given me. Help me explore these talents as I grow. Show me ways to use them that will help Your kingdom grow. Amen.