LESSON 07
July 14
CONTINUAL PROCLAMATION Listen to me, talking your head off,” said Angelique, pushing her dessert plate aside. The 53-year-old had come to see her former coworker, Mrs. Mitchell. Mrs. Mitchell had lost her husband about two years ago. She had recently been released from the hospital following a fall. She had early signs of Parkinson’s. Her two sons lived out of town, but she had one granddaughter who lived in a neighboring state and regularly checked on her. Still, when Angelique heard about Mrs. Mitchell being hospitalized, she decided it was time for another visit. Mrs. Mitchell had given Angelique wise counsel many times when they worked together. Among other things, the older woman helped Angelique navigate the politics of their school system. Angelique wanted to be of help to her friend now, and here she was going on and on about the trials and tribulations of her adult children. “How are you doing, really?” asked Angelique. “My God continues to bless me and keep me,” said the 81-yearold. “He woke me up this morning, in my right mind. I can’t thank Him enough.” Angelique smiled. Mrs. Mitchell was still loving God. She thought her love may have waned and said so. “Oh goodness no, child!” declared Mrs. Mitchell. “I know him as a Savior and a keeper. He is the only one you can put your hope in. You need to call on God for yourself and your children.” Why does God want us to teach other generations about the good news that is in Christ Jesus? In what ways does your church fulfill this calling from God? Where could you participate in teaching or outreach ministries? LESSON 07
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