The point of today’s lesson is: Surrendering to God brings strength, restoration, and His perfect timing.—because as 1 Peter 5:6–11 teaches, true power comes through humility, and God Himself will exalt and sustain those who trust Him through suffering.

I have 3 points:

1. Release the Weight – 1 Peter 5:6–7: Humble yourself and cast every worry on God because He cares for you.
2. Stay Alert, Stand Firm – 1 Peter 5:8–9: Stay alert and stand firm in faith, resisting the enemy’s attacks.
3. God Will Restore You – 1 Peter 5:10–11: After your suffering, God Himself will restore, strengthen, and establish you.

While I unpack the scripture, I want you to consider this question:How can I humble myself to trust God with my challenges?

TODAY’S POINT IS Trust all things according to His Purpose. Fathers, this means believing that every moment—every challenge, every joy, every setback—is part of God’s bigger plan for your life and your family. Even when you don’t understand the why, you can trust the Who. Your steady faith teaches your children that God can be trusted through it all.

Three Key Points for Fathers:

1. Purpose in Parenting – God uses every experience—both victories and struggles—to shape a father’s heart and guide his family.
2. Faith Over Frustration – A father’s faith response during challenges teaches his children how to endure life with hope.
3. Legacy of Trust – Trusting God through every season builds a spiritual inheritance that strengthens future generations.

While I unpack today’s lesson, Fathers I want you to ask yourself this question, How can I trust that all things are for my and my family’s good?

The Point of Today’s Lesson is: GOD IS MORE POWERFUL THAN THOSE WHO OPPOSE US. Today’s lesson reminds us that no matter the strength or strategy of our enemies, God’s wisdom and power will always prevail—just as He demonstrated through the prophet Elisha and Israel when faced with overwhelming opposition.

I have 3 points:

1. He Knows Our Hidden Thoughts // 2 Kings 6:8–12 God’s knowledge is so complete that even the secret plans of our enemies are exposed before Him.
2. He Opens Our Eyes to See // 2 Kings 6:15–17 When fear surrounds us, God gives spiritual insight to recognize that His power is greater than what we see.
3. He Enables Us to Bless Our Enemies // 2 Kings 6:18–23 Rather than seeking revenge, God empowers us to show mercy and extend grace—even to those who seek to harm us.

While I unpack the scripture, I want you to consider this question: HOW DOES GOD’S KNOWLEDGE AND POWER PREVAIL IN THE FACE OF OPPOSITION AGAINST ME? Today’s lesson comes from Lifeway Adults YOU Bible Study, (p. 91) SPRING 2025

The Point of Today’s Lesson is: GOD BLESSES AS WE SERVE OTHERS. When we make ourselves available to meet someone else's need, we become instruments of God's hand—carrying out His divine purpose and often receiving unexpected blessings in return.

I have 3 points to make:

1. Look for Opportunities to Be a Blessing (2 Kings 4:8–10) – Like the Shunammite woman, be ready and willing to serve others without being asked.
2. Focus Less on Your Own Needs (2 Kings 4:11–17) – True service comes from a heart that gives without expecting anything in return.
3. Trust in the Power of God (2 Kings 4:32–37) – God can work miracles through us when we serve in faith and obedience.

While I unpack the scripture, I want you to consider this question: How can I find ways to serve others as a believer? Today’s lesson comes from YOU Bible Study, Summer 2025

The Point of Today’s Lesson is: GOD BLESSES AS WE SERVE OTHERS. When we make ourselves available to meet someone else's need, we become instruments of God's hand—carrying out His divine purpose and often receiving unexpected blessings in return.

I have 3 points to make:

1. Look for Opportunities to Be a Blessing (2 Kings 4:8–10) – Like the Shunammite woman, be ready and willing to serve others without being asked.
2. Focus Less on Your Own Needs (2 Kings 4:11–17) – True service comes from a heart that gives without expecting anything in return.
3. Trust in the Power of God (2 Kings 4:32–37) – God can work miracles through us when we serve in faith and obedience.

While I unpack the scripture, I want you to consider this question: How can I find ways to serve others as a believer? Today’s lesson comes from YOU Bible Study, Summer 2025

The point of today’s lesson is this: God provides for our needs. He is faithful to supply what we lack, but we must respond with faith and obedience to receive His provision.

I have 3 points to make:

1. Cry Out to God – 2 Kings 4:1–2

When we’re in need, our first response should be to go to God honestly and expectantly.

2. Follow God’s Instructions – 2 Kings 4:3–4

God’s provision often comes through simple obedience, even when they don’t make sense.

3. Recognize God’s Provision – 2 Kings 4:5–7

When we trust and obey, God supplies abundantly—often more than we imagined.

While I unpack today’s scripture I ask that you consider this question: HOW CAN I SEEK GOD’S PROVISION IN MY TIME OF NEED? Today’s lesson comes from YOU Bible Study, Summer 2025

The point of today’s lesson is GOD INVITES US TO JOIN HIM IN HIS WORK. GOD’S HAND IN CALLING US TO SERVE means He personally chooses, equips, and guides us to accomplish His divine purposes. It is not about our abilities, but about His power working through our willingness to say yes.

I have 3 points to make:

• Relinquish All (1 Kings 19:19-21) – Leave behind anything that keeps you from fully following God.
• Request God’s Presence (2 Kings 2:7-11) – Boldly ask for His Spirit to lead and empower you.
• Readily Take Up the Mantle (2 Kings 2:12-15) – Accept the calling and move forward in faith.

While I unpack today’s scripture I ask that you consider this question: HOW SHOULD WE RESPOND WHEN GOD CALLS US TO AN ASSIGNMENT? Today’s lesson comes from YOU Bible Study, 2025

The point of this lesson is: Jesus’ unselfish love creates peace in my life—Because life is often confusing, I find peace in knowing that His life was a gift of love, and His purpose brings me clarity. Jesus didn’t just die—He chose the cross for me. He didn’t avoid pain—He walked through it so I wouldn’t be crushed by mine. His resurrection proves that pain doesn’t have the final word. Because He lives, you can keep going—there’s purpose beyond your pain, and peace is still possible.

I have 3 points to make:

• Discovering Life – Luke 24:1–7: The women at the tomb expected death, but instead discovered that Jesus was alive—revealing that real life begins with the resurrection.
• Mourning Life – Luke 24:17–21: The disciples were grieving and confused, showing how life without understanding Jesus’ purpose can feel hopeless and filled with unanswered questions.
• Living Life – Luke 24:22–26: Jesus explains that His suffering was necessary, reminding us that through faith in Him, we are called to live with clarity, courage, and peace.

While I unpack today’s scripture I ask that you consider this question: How does Jesus' death help me live? Today’s lesson comes from VT AdamsSpeaks.