This post is written by Matt Rogers as a companion for Unit 19, Session 3 of The Gospel Project for Adults, Volume 7: From Heaven to Earth (Spring 2023). There were many ways that Jesus could have stepped onto the public stage. He was the eternal Son of God who was sent by the Father to save His people....

John the Baptist prepared the way for Jesus. Scripture: Mark 1:1-11 Central Truth John the baptist did what few people do: he faithfully walked in the plans of God for his life. John was called to prepare people to meet the Messiah. That’s exactly what he did. When Jesus was revealed as Messiah, John gladly pointed people to Jesus...

What gives you hope? It seems like a simple question, and most of us who regularly attend church likely know the “right” answer to the question. However, it’s the most important question for every person who has ever lived because your answer will determine your security and eternity. Unlike the hope the world has to offer, we can have...

This post is written by Rachel Myrick as a companion for Unit 19, Session 2 of The Gospel Project for Adults, Volume 7: From Heaven to Earth (Spring 2023). When I was 12 years old, my good friend from church invited me to walk to her house with her after school. She didn’t live far from our middle school,...

Jesus always fulfilled the law, showing He is the Messiah.   Scripture: Luke 2:21-24,27-32,41-50 Central Truth Throughout the Old Testament, the Messiah was promised to come through God’s people—Israel. The Messiah would be in the line of both Abraham and David. He would be born in Bethlehem. He would be anointed by God’s Spirit, bring liberty to captives, suffer...

As the narrative of Jesus’ early days on earth unfolded, several unique people are introduced who teach us lessons about our own journey. We find the wise men who sought Jesus with persistence, Herod whose power was threatened by this newborn King, and others such as Simeon and Anna—both who demonstrated a remarkable devotion to the Lord.  In Luke...