week of 4/17

Unit 8  Session 4

RENEWED BY GOD'S POWER

JOSHUA 24 ; MARK 16 ; LUKE 7

God's miraculous signs and wonders, of which the resurrection of Jesus is the greatest, demonstrate His glory and draw people to Himself through Christ.

At the conclusion of the Book of Joshua, all of Israel is gathered together by Joshua to make an important decision: Will they serve the Lord alone or not? Joshua makes his final case for choosing the Lord, and part of his evidence for this case is the miracles the Lord had performed on their behalf in the exodus, in the wilderness, and in the conquest. God's miracles serve the purposes of drawing people to Himself, of revealing His glory and bringing Him glory, and of vindicating His words. The greatest miracle of all is the resurrection of Jesus Christ, securing for us the promise of eternal life.

Points to consider:

✞   God's miracles draw people to Himself.

     * What are some ways the Lord has drawn you to

      Himself?

✞   God's miracles bring Him glory.

     * What is the connection between God's miracles and

     God's compassion for human beings?

     * Why do you think the people were compelled to

      share the report of this miracle with others?

✞   God's miracles vindicate His words.

     * What are some truths that should guide our lives

      because of Jesus' resurrection?