Description

The weekly adult Sunday School class at OAG taught by long-time teacher, Mrs. Jeanie Davis.

** Edited to remove personal information shared in the class and extended pauses **

Title: Embracing Praise: Learning to Sing in Every Season

Summary: Mrs. Jeanie's Sunday School lesson emphasizes the importance of praise and worship in all circumstances, drawing from the Psalms and personal experiences to illustrate how singing and praising God can provide strength and guidance. She encourages the congregation to deepen their worship, trust in God's plans, and recognize the transformative power of heartfelt praise.

Outline:

1. Introduction and Opening Prayer

• Expression of gratitude and thanks
• Purpose of the lesson: the power of praise and song

2. The Power of Song and Praise

• Importance of the fourth stanza of the Star Spangled Banner
• Misconceptions and lessons from unexpected sources
• Connection to spiritual growth and understanding

3. God’s Plan and Our Detours

• Recognizing God’s guidance in life’s detours
• Examples of divine intervention and protection
• Learning to sing in the dark and trust God's plan

4. Learning from Spiritual Leaders

• Lessons from Corrie ten Boom’s experiences
• Importance of testimonies from those ahead and behind us
• Following the example of faithful believers

5. The Psalms as a Guide to Praise

• Overview of the Book of Psalms and its significance
• Different forms of praise highlighted in the Psalms
• Encouragement to practice and deepen praise in daily life

Conclusion and Closing Prayer

• Recap of the lesson’s main points
• Call to action for the congregation to enhance their worship
• Final prayer for unity, growth, and deeper worship