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THIS SUNDAY SCHOOL OVERVIEW FEATURES HIGHLIGHTS OF THE LESSON EACH WEEK. BIBLICAL TRANSLATIONS WILL VARY, BUT THE MAIN RESOURCE WILL BE THE TOWNSEND PRESS SUNDAY SCHOOL COMMENTARY, 98th EDITION. THIS FEATURE IS DESIGNED TO BE OF HELP TO THOSE WHO CANNOT ATTEND THEIR LOCAL CHURCH AND/OR SUNDAY SCHOOL.
Lesson Title: CALLED TO HUMILITY AND HOSPITALITY
Adult/Young Adult Topic: HUMILITY IS GOOD FOR YOU
Printed Text: Luke 14:7-14
Key Verse: Luke 14:11 (NIV)
For all those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted.
Source: Townsend Press Sunday School Commentary – 98th Edition, 2018-2019
UNIFYING LESSON PRINCIPLE: People crave recognition and status but are never satisfied and always want more. How does one find true fulfillment in relationship to others? Jesus taught that demonstrating humility and extending unselfish hospitality bring fulfillment in this life and in the life to come.
CONCLUDING REFLECTION: On a regular basis, believers are faced with two choices—one which has a negative consequence and the other a positive benefit. Before acting, it is helpful to review the choices before us and to reflect upon these in light of the Gospel. It is easy for our actions to be determined by the mores of the dominant culture. In the eyes of Jesus, whoever promotes oneself or acts in expectation of repayment from others in a quid pro quo arrangement is far from living out the values of the kingdom.
PRAYER: Dear God, Teach us the power of humility, and help us not to seek for the vainglory of the world. Teach us how to be the people you have called us to be, and may we find comfort and assurance in living the identity of those who have been called to follow you. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen
Sunday School Review “Humility Is Good For You” was originally published on 955thelou.com
