Here’s the Explore the Bible Sunday School lesson commentary for August 25, written by Jay T. Robertson, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Systematic Theology, University of Mobile.
“It’s easy to fall into the trap of being spiritually nearsighted. You just see your own needs and desires. The Bible can be a kind of sharp pair of glasses that brings the real meaning of life into focus,” writes Ken Lass.
Forty years ago, a Christian band emerged that wasn’t like any other. Stryper was a heavy metal band, complete with long hair, crazy yellow-and-black-striped costumes and loud, highly amplified and aggressive music.
As humans, we often speak too much or misspeak and say crazy things we didn’t really mean to say. Remember, it is always wise to control what comes out of your mouth.
The Schools That Lead team of educational professionals describes the burnout situation among teachers at “crisis” level, which threatens school cultures and student outcomes, writes Jennifer Rash.
Ken Lass shares thoughts on an embarrassing situation that happened to him during a church service. “Thank you, Lord, for rescuing me even in my most awkward and humiliating moments,” he writes.