Jesus, Joseph and Jonah (December 29, 2024)
December 29, 2024 (Lesson 5)JESUS, JOSEPH, AND JONAH
- The Bethlehem Birthplace (Micah 5:2-3; Matthew 2:1-11)
- Called Out of Egypt (Hosea 11:1; Matthew 2:12-15)
- Jonah Foreshadowed Christ (Jonah 1:17—2:10; Matthew 12:38-41)
Central Truth: Following the plan of God will take you to unexpected places, but will always work out for good. Focus: Reflect on God’s plan for Christ’s life in light of the Minor Prophets and yield to His plan for our lives. Evangelism Emphasis: Faithfulness to God’s plan for your life will serve as a testimony to unbelievers. Golden Text: “The men of Nineveh shall rise in judgment with this generation, and shall condemn it: because they repented at the preaching of Jonas; and, behold, a greater than Jonas is here” (Matthew 12:41) [note_editor]
Daily Devotions
Monday - God Establishes Your Steps (Proverbs 16:1-9)
Tuesday - God’s Purpose Prevails (Proverbs 19:20-23)
Wednesday - God Has Plans for You (Jeremiah 29:10-14)
Thursday - How to Find God’s Will (Romans 12:1-8)
Friday - Prepared for Good Works (Ephesians 2:8-10)
Saturday - God’s Ultimate Plan Will Prevail (2 Peter 3:1-13)