Going through the adoption process marks a deeply personal and significant shift in an individual's life. When a person is adopted, it signifies a profound transition from one family to another. This change goes beyond legalities and paperwork; it's about leaving behind old family values, traditions, and identities to embrace new ones fully. As an adopted child becomes part of their new family, they adopt its values, beliefs, and ways of life, which fundamentally shape their understanding of the world and their place within it. This significant change represents a new beginning, filled with love, belonging, and a newfound identity.
Lesson 2 - New Family Values
Embracing the values, beliefs, and mission of God's kingdom
March 17, 2024 • Russ Robins, Dru McLaughin, Justin Spargo • Ephesians 4:17–32
Lesson 12 - A Wealth of Spiritual Blessings
May 26, 2024 • Russ Robins, Dru McLaughin, Justin Spargo • Ephesians 1:3
After a short introduction, Paul begins the letter to the Ephesians by pouring out praise to our God, who is the essence of all that is good. Ours is the God who loves to give. We’ve already read from Romans 8:28, which speaks of His work and involvement in our lives. James said every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the father of lights, who does not change like shifting shadows (James 1:17). God is all about good, and He loves to shower blessings on His children. In fact, you have been so blessed by Him that you are rich in Christ. You have been blessed beyond imagination.
Lesson 11 - The Excitement of Sharing Your Hope
May 19, 2024 • Russ Robins, Justin Spargo, Dru McLaughin • Titus 3:1–8, Titus 2:5–10
Now that you’re in God’s family, you have been given a tremendous opportunity to share the gospel with others you meet. These might be your spouse, children, parents, and extended family. There are friends in your life who are outside Christ. You may have business acquaintances or people at work who need to hear the good news. Potential prospects are everywhere!
The Experience and Wonder of Worship
May 12, 2024 • Russ Robins, Justin Spargo, Dru McLaughin • Isaiah 6:1–8, Luke 5:16–27
When we worship God, we should be able to see something spectacular—something beyond ourselves. We should leave filled with awe, mesmerized by God's life-giving, life-flowing power. We should be motivated to tell others about what we have experienced.