Direction Student (Spring 2018‪)‬

This quarter focuses on ways God’s people have acknowledged the greatness of their God. The quarter begins with guidance for following Him. Then, with Easter, the quarter turns to ways Jesus provided a channel for giving God glory and honor. The quarter concludes with a look at times when the Hebrew people sang praises to God.

UNIT 1 • FOLLOW IN MY WAYS: This section provides four Scripture sessions, drawn from Genesis and 2 Chronicles, showing how Abraham and Solomon acknowledged God by following His guidance.

UNIT 2 • ALL GLORY AND HONOR: This section has five lessons. The Scripture sessions from Luke and John deal with how Jesus’ resurrection opened the way to honor God. The visions in Revelation praise God with majestic symbolism.

UNIT 3 • GIVE PRAISE TO GOD: This final section has four lessons that emphasize the people’s response by bringing offerings and dedicating their lives to God’s work found in Exodus, Leviticus, and 2 Corinthians. The unit concludes with one lesson drawn from Psalms and Hebrews that rejoices in God’s reconciling action on behalf of the people.


Direction® Student offers 13 lesson studies and includes a Bible Study Guide complete with in-depth information to give students (ages 35 and up) more insight into the text. Also included is cultural background information from the Precepts For Living® annual commentary.


¥ Lessons are outlined and include background information so readers get an in-depth explanation of the Scriptures.



¥ Analysis is written in easy-to-understand language.



¥ Thought-provoking questions challenge students and stimulate discussions.



FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS


Quarter At-A-Glance: Outlines what will be studied throughout the quarter 


Black History Profile: Gives insight into the life of an influential person of the African Diaspora 


In Focus: Tells a story dealing with the lesson’s theme so that students can easily apply the lesson to modern life


In Depth: Provides a look into the meaning of the text with insight into the theology and interpretation of the text


Make It Happen: Suggests ways to make a specific, personal commitment and take action on what was learned through the lesson 


Daily Bible Readings: Lists Scriptures to read throughout the week that support quarterly topics and principles 


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