Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth. 2 Timothy 2:15 (KJV)
The summer quarter introduces women and men in the Bible who heard God’s call, responded in faith, and spread the Good News through their words and deeds.
Unit 1, “Faithful Witnesses Testify to God’s Promises,” introduces four stories Old Testament women and men who, by their words and actions, offer us an opportunity to name, describe, and deepen our experience of God’s grace, love, forgiveness, and provision. Deborah, a faithful judge, claimed an unfailing servant, implored the Lord for a child and dedicated her promised son to the service of YHWH. Jonathan and David, fast friends and colleagues, made a covenant together, pledging their steadfast love and loyalty to one another. Amos, the sheepherder from Tekoa, testified to the just and righteousness of God in condemning the people for their unjust practices.
Unit II, “Faithful Witnesses Say ‘Yes’ to Jesus Christ,” brings into
view four persons who, when confronted by the person and power of Jesus, revealed the truth about who they were. These stories invite us to learn the truth about ourselves in relation to Jesus Christ. The centurion demonstrated great faith in entrusting the health of his servant to Jesus. Impetuous Simon Peter, the rock, could also be a stumbling block and sink like a stone in the sea when challenged. Yet, Jesus shows through His rebuke of Peter that God’s gracious call to us is always within reach, even when we falter. Jericho’s hated tax collector, Zacchaeus, became like a little child when he climbed the tree to see Jesus; salvation came to Zacchaeus’s house when Jesus invited Himself for dinner. Mary, the mother of Jesus, made the boldest testimony of all–saying “yes” by giving her womb to bear the Son of God.
Unit III, “Faithful Witnesses Spread the Good News“ sheds light on five famous disciples who are remembered for their bold testimony. Thomas, Stephen, Saul, Timothy, and Lydia exemplified these words from Scripture: “If you confess with your lips that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved” (See Romans 10:9). These stories of Jesus’ disciples’ standing up for what is right, repenting of their past lives, offering kindness to strangers in Christ’s name, and accepting the call of God to serve Christ and His church inspire us to grow deeper in faith and to share our faith in Christ with those who have no faith.
Unit 1: Faithful Witnesses Testify to God’s Promises
June 7, 2026
Women in Leadership
Judges 4:4-10, 14, 21-22
June 14, 2026
Wishing and Hoping and Praying
1 Samue; 1:9-20, 25
June 21, 2026
A Forever Bond
1 Samuel 18:1-4; 20:16-17, 32-34, 42; 2 Samuel 1:26-27; 21:7
June 28, 2026
Standing Up to the Powerful
Amos 1:1; 2:11-12; 3:7-8; 7:10-15
July 5, 2026, 2026
Authority and Compassion
Matthew 8:5-13
Unit II: Faithful Witnesses Say “Yes” to Jesus Christ
July 12, 2026
From a Rock to a Hard Place
Mark 8:27-29; Luke 22:31-34; john 18:25-27; 21:15-17
July 19, 2026
Climbing a Tree, What Will I See?
Luke 19:1-10
July 26, 2026
Living with What You Didn’t Ask For
Mark 9:36-37; 42; 10:13-16
Unit III: Faithful Witnesses Spread the Good News
August 2, 2026
I’ll Believe It When I See It
John 11:14-16; 14:5-8; 20:24-29; 21:1-2
August 9, 2026
A Dirty Job
Acts 6:7-10; 7:54-60
August 16, 2026
Tell Me What You Know
Acts 22:3-15
August 23, 2026
Home Is Where the Heart Is
2 Timothy 1:1-6; 3:14-16
August 30, 2026
All Are Welcome
Acts 16:11-15, 40
