The foretaste of the gift of the Holy Spirit is what Jesus imparts to His disciples on Resurrection Sunday. The Lord Jesus gives His own presence to His disciples, specifically in the illumination of the Word of God. We today also have the presence of Christ with us through the indwelling Spirit of God. We likewise have the illumination of the Spirit, and the Word of God is living and active to us as the Lord, through the Spirit, teaches us, reproves us, corrects us, and trains us in righteousness. May the Spirit’s presence be manifest in this God’s church as we, on our part, continually walk in the wisdom of the Word of God.
The Christian’s service in the church is a service by faith in Jesus Christ. This passage asserts that God will provide for all of our needs so every Christian is liberated from being reluctant and enabled to spend our lives to faithful service for Christ.
Upon His resurrection, Jesus gave His disciples a mission: to proclaim the gospel and make disciples—a mission that would require self-sacrifice in the footsteps of Christ. Far from being a burden, this mission was a boon. No longer were they lost at sea, adrift without a rudder or wandering aimlessly through life. Instead, they were given a clear purpose and direction: to proclaim the unfathomable riches of Christ and to lead sinners to the Savior and the new life found in Him. This has been the mission of the church ever since. We are to be and to make disciples. May the Lord open our eyes to see what a great privilege He has granted us in allowing us to take part in His work on earth.
The Spirit of God is indeed the Spirit of Christ (Rom. 8:9), even the “breath” of Jesus, who conveys His presence to us.
The risen Lord has for His people unfathomable riches. Despite their failures and unworthiness, Jesus gave His disciples this gift: the noble assignment to proclaim the gospel of divine forgiveness of sins
Jesus rose victoriously from the dead, having inaugurated the new covenant. This risen and victorious Savior then gave gifts to men, even “the unfathomable riches of Christ.” Jesus speaks of these magnificent gifts in His post-resurrection appearances.
Christ is the precious cornerstone that God Himself laid—the firm and chosen foundation of His church. To believers, He is invaluable, the One who never disappoints and upon whom all hope is securely built. Yet Scripture also teaches that the same Christ whom God honors is the One the disobedient reject, stumbling over His word and turning away from the very foundation meant to save them. This lesson reminds us that true faith recognizes the worth of Christ, embraces Him as the cornerstone, and stands firm upon the One whom God has exalted.
Just as Christ is the living cornerstone—chosen and precious in God’s sight—believers are called to become living stones shaped by His Word. As we draw near to Jesus and continually feed on Scripture, He builds us into a spiritual house: a people set apart to offer spiritual sacrifices that please God. Likeness to Christ is not merely personal growth—it is God’s way of strengthening and beautifying His church. This lesson reminds us that as we grow in Christlikeness, we help build up the very household of God for His glory.
All believers are called to grow in their faith, turning away from sin and worldly desires that hinder spiritual maturity. Just as newborn babies crave pure milk to live and thrive, Christians must long for the pure Word of God, which nourishes the soul and strengthens us to walk in holiness. This lesson reminds us that spiritual growth begins with conversion—having tasted the Lord’s kindness—and continues as we feed daily on His life-giving Word.
We saw God rescue the Israelites from slavery and keep them safe from the Egyptian army. They are now at Mt. Sinai where Moses receives words from God to tell the people. What words will such a mighty and powerful God say to them? Let’s find out!
How will the Israelites survive in the wilderness? They made it through the Red Sea only by God’s power, but will they trust in the LORD who delivered them from Egypt?
With the sons of Israel out of Egypt, where will they go on foot? Will the Egyptians regret letting them go from Egypt?
