Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for April 21, written by Ben Stubblefield, Ph.D., visiting assistant professor of Christian Studies, University of Mobile.
In his new book, pastor and author Matthew Stephen Brown analyzes spiritual, emotional and mental healing and explores why God sometimes says yes to prayers for healing, and sometimes no.
Mental illness can be draining for the patient as well as for family and friends. Themes of perseverance and patience mark the journey fleshed out in this new book.
Beginning in May, Jonathan Rodgers, assistant professor of music and worship at Samford, is aiming to survey 10–15% of Southern Baptist churches in Alabama (some 226–340) regarding the elements in their worship services.
Singer/songwriter Rhett Walker says, “because of God’s grace, we find His love and mercy waiting for us when we surrender to Him.”
While “Broken Bondage” deals with the tragic circumstances of abusive relationships and offers an interesting peek into another culture, the author hopes the reader ultimately understands how God can heal and restore faith and trust.
“When we have something placed in front of us … with Scripture written on it, it helps remind us of God’s faithfulness,” says Janie Robbins, founder of Walls that Breathe: Scripture Designs 4 You.
In her latest book, professor Karen S. Prior discusses several contemporary issues, including how ideas conveyed in end-times fiction have influenced some believers’ politics.
