The weekly adult Sunday School class at OAG taught by long-time teacher, Mrs. Jeanie Davis.
Title: Experiencing the Supernatural Power of God: Lessons from Scripture
Summary: This week's message by Jeanie Davis focused on the dynamic demonstrations of faith and God's provision in the scriptures. We looked at two main stories: the prophet Elijah being miraculously fed by ravens, as ordained by God in 1 Kings, and the widow of Zarephath who, by obeying God's command through Elijah, saw her meager supplies of flour and oil never run out. These narratives led us to understand that when God commands, He also provides. The message underlined the importance of obedience, faith, and trust in God's instructions, no matter how unusual they seem, with the assurance of His supernatural provision. The core takeaway of the sermon was about the vitality of active faith and expectation in God’s ability to provide and perform wonders in our lives.
Outline:
Opening Prayer
- Invocation of God's presence and healing
- Prayer for wisdom and guidance
- Invocation of the Holy Spirit
Introduction
- Importance of expecting God's presence and action
- Reference to previous lesson on Rhoda's expectation
The Glory of the Lord Appears
- Leviticus 9:22-24: Aaron and Moses bless the people, and the Lord's glory appears
- The significance of God's glory appearing to the whole community
- Imagining the scene of God's fire consuming the offering
The Budding of Aaron's Staff
- Numbers 17:1-11: God ends murmuring with a miraculous sign
- The sprouting, budding, blossoming, and fruit-bearing staff of Aaron
- Lessons on God's chosen leaders and supernatural signs
Elijah and the Ravens
- 1 Kings 17:1-6: Elijah is fed by ravens during a drought
- The supernatural provision of bread and meat by ravens
- Trusting in God's specific guidance and provision
The Widow of Zarephath
- 1 Kings 17:7-16: Elijah and the miraculous provision for the widow
- The widow's act of faith and God's continuous supply of flour and oil
- The importance of sacrificial giving and trust in God
Jesus Feeds the Five Thousand
- Matthew 14:14-21: Jesus multiplies five loaves and two fish
- The compassion of Jesus and the miraculous feeding
- God's ability to provide abundantly and meet every need
The Temple Tax and the Coin in the Fish
- Matthew 17:24-27: Jesus instructs Peter to find a coin in a fish's mouth
- The supernatural provision for paying the temple tax
- Lessons on obedience, provision, and the supernatural in everyday life
The Role of the Holy Spirit
- John 15:18-27: Jesus promises the Advocate, the Holy Spirit
- The Holy Spirit's role in teaching, comforting, and guiding believers
- The importance of being filled with the Holy Spirit
The Day of Pentecost
- Acts 2:1-4: The outpouring of the Holy Spirit on all believers
- The supernatural signs of wind and fire and speaking in tongues
- The inclusivity of the Holy Spirit's filling for all believers
The Vision of Peter and the Gentiles
- Acts 11:4-18: Peter's vision and the inclusion of the Gentiles
- The Holy Spirit's instruction to Peter and the acceptance of Gentiles
- The breaking of barriers and the universal offer of salvation
Conclusion
- The importance of seeking the fullness of the Holy Spirit
- Encouragement to step out in faith and expect God's supernatural work
- Reminder to stay connected to the community of believers and support each other
Closing Prayer
- Thanksgiving for the lesson and God's presence
- Prayer for the infilling of the Holy Spirit and boldness in faith
- Encouragement to live out the lessons learned in daily life
