I'm a retired Southern Baptist pastor of almost 40 years. My wife Cheryl & I moved to Norman, OK in March of 2025. I share a weekly overview for Sunday School teachers of the weekly Lifeway "Explore the Bible" lesson, as well as texts of my sermons and other articles.
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Top Posts & Pages
- Teacher's Overview of Romans 5:1-11, 18-21, Lifeway Explore the Bible lesson, "Restored Relationship, for 9/27/26.
- “Building Your Life On The Rock” (Matthew 7:24-27 sermon)
- Romans 3:21-4:5, Lifeway Explore the Bible lesson overview: "Saving Faith," for 9/20/26.
- Teacher's Overview of Matthew 21:23-32, Lifeway Explore the Bible lesson, "Authority," for 4/26/26.
- Romans 6:1-14, Overview of Lifeway's Explore the Bible lesson, "Freedom," for October 4, 2026.
- "How To Run The Christian Race" (Hebrews 12:1-2 sermon)
- "God's Purpose For Your Life" (I Peter 2:4-5 sermon)
- "Seeking Him First" (Matthew 6:33 sermon)
- "The Church With An Open Door" (Revelation 3:7-13 sermon)
- "The Lord Our Provider" (Philippians 4:15-23 sermon)
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Tag Archives: “Has Failure Become a Virtue”
Romans 6:1-14, Overview of Lifeway’s Explore the Bible lesson, “Freedom,” for October 4, 2026.
For teachers and Bible study leaders. Includes a suggested introduction to the lesson, text outline and highlights, discussion questions for your group, illustrations to share, and spiritual life applications. A video version of this overview is available on YouTube at: … Continue reading →
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