In this week’s discussion, “Lydia: Called to Serve”, we look at Lydia’s life as a devoted believer and successful businesswoman; and how those two aspects of her life intertwined, becoming who we now recognize as a notable servant in God’s Kingdom. We discuss how being in servitude to others, in the name of Jesus, empowers us to overcome many obstacles, and places us in positions of being a blessing and being blessed.

Lesson Date:
Sunday - 28 February 2021

Lesson Topic:
“Lydia: Called to Serve”

Bible Background:
Acts 16: 11-15; Acts 16: 40; 1 Corinthians 1: 26-30

Printed Text:
Acts 16: 11-15, 40; Acts 16: 40; 1 Corinthians 1: 26-30

Devotional Reading:
Psalm 33: 1-12

Timestamps / Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction: In Focus
02:30 - T-Shirt Giveaway Instructions & Lesson Intro.
04:22 - CONSIDER how Lydia used her gifts
07:54 - REPENT of the times we have looked down on others
13:10 - SERVE others joyfully
16:26 - Final Thoughts

Sunday School Curriculum:
The Urban Ministries Inc. (UMI) Annual Commentary 2020-2021 - "Precepts For Living" International Uniform Lessons (KJV and NLT Parallel) - Dr. Melvin E. Banks, Sr., Editor

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- Aim for Change -
By the end of this lesson, we will CONSIDER how Lydia used her gifts and her place in society to support Paul's ministry, REPENT of the times we have looked down on others who have not had the same opportunities or advantages, and SERVE others joyfully through whatever means are at our disposal.

Daily Bible Readings:

MONDAY
Don't Complain but Serve One Another
(1 Peter 4: 7-11)

TUESDAY
Everyday Expressions of Hospitality
(Romans 12: 9-19)

WEDNESDAY
Hospitality Practiced in Jail and Home
(Acts 16: 35-40)

THURSDAY
Hospitality Practiced by Widow and Bishop
(1 Timothy 5: 9-10, 3: 2)

FRIDAY
Christ, God's Power and Wisdom
(1 Corinthians 1: 8-25)

SATURDAY
Know Jesus Christ Crucified
(1 Corinthians 2: 1-5)

SUNDAY
Lydia, Model of Hospitality Practice
(Acts 16: 11-15, 40; 1 Corinthians 1: 26-30)

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Credit For "In Focus" Monologue:
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