Master Teacher: Second Quarter 2019

By R.H. Boyd Publishing Corporation

Master Teacher is the teacher’s quarterly to be used with Adult Christian Life and College and Career. Each lesson contains extensive biblical exposition and specific instructions for the teacher. The outline of the lesson is reader-friendly, and includes suggestions for maximizing teacher/student interaction and topics for making the study informa

• Language: English
• Publisher: R.H. Boyd Publishing Corporation
• Release date: Feb 1, 2019
• ISBN: 9781681674827

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Lesson 1 for Week of April 7, 2019

SUMMONED FOR SERVICE

UNIFYING TOPIC

Call and Mission

LESSON TEXT

I. The Call of the Disciples (Matthew 10:1–4)

II. The Instructions (Matthew 10:5–10)

III. Who Is Worthy? (Matthew 10:11–15)

THE MAIN THOUGHT

And when he had called unto him his twelve disciples, he gave them power against unclean spirits, to cast them out, and to heal all manner of sickness and all manner of disease. (Matthew 10:1, KJV)

UNIFYING PRINCIPLE

When people discover greater purposes in their lives, they may be uncertain of how to proceed. Where can we find direction for implementing our purposes to benefit others? Jesus gave the first disciples direction to heal and witness to the lost people to whom they ministered.

LESSON AIM

Jesus’ call to His disciples was one of purpose, and it immediately was demonstrated by sending them out to bear witness to Him. The fact they we are given authority to heal is a testament to the trust Jesus placed in these men.

LIFE AIM

We honor God by acknowledging our calls to discipleship, into deacon ministry, or as preachers and pastors. Our individual calls into ministry are given according to God’s purpose.

BEFORE YOU TEACH

Consider . . .

Focus for College and Career—Young people may not have experienced being called into ministry, and may be more focused on educational or vocational pursuits. In fairness to their stage of life, they may not have given priority to the reality that Jesus has a ministry design for every believer’s life.

Focus for Adult Christian Life—Adults should understand the concept of being called into some form of ministry; however, adults may reach a point of realizing God’s calling, but are reluctant to heed the call. Adults are more likely to make excuses for their refusal to commit to ministry or feel inadequate to serve the Kingdom in this capacity.

Supplementary Study Materials

For further reference, see today’s lesson from Boyd’s Commentary, New National Baptist Hymnal, 21st Century Edition, #225 and God’s Promises Bible.

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TEACHING STEPS

First Step: Pray for a connection in reading and studying the passage that applies to today’s lesson. Utilize any and all resources, Bible study notes, and guides or manuals. Look for scriptural links to supporting passages. Know the background of the characters (main and secondary). Gain an understanding of the history and the context of the biblical account. Practice pronouncing names and terms used in the passages and know the definitions or transliterations of key terms.

Second Step: Open the class with thoughts on the importance of God’s personal involvement in our individual lives. In your discussion, share your calling and subsequent spiritual development. Without sharing intimate examples, allow your witness to motivate your students to share their calling experiences.

Third Step: Inquire which members of the class are willing to relate a crucial event that may have strengthened their calling.

Fourth Step: Discuss mechanisms that allowed students, with the Lord’s guidance, to refresh their calling. Discuss God’s role in the blessings of our lives. Invite anyone willing to speak about their knowledge of God’s daily presence in our services. Inquire how the experiences taught patience and increased faith in students’ relationship to the Lord.

Fifth Step: Close with a prayer that includes a promise to maintain a praying spirit and a constant active relationship with the Lord. Remember we are not to be ashamed of the Gospel of Jesus or to be children of God. We cannot be part-time Christians, regardless of our struggles and issues of the day. Provide a vow of faithfulness.

God’s Word in Life

The first four disciples were called while at work, fishing. Jesus approached the men, who weren’t looking for someone to follow. John’s version of events differs from the Synoptics, however. He portrayed Andrew as an eyewitness who heard John the Baptist say, Behold, the Lamb of God, identifying Jesus (John 1:36, KJV). Intrigued, Andrew sought Jesus, spent most of one day listening to Him speak and teach, and went to find his brother, Simon, that he might meet Jesus. Jesus renamed him Cephas or Peter. Jesus’ call did not happen at convenient times. Do we seek Jesus, or does He seek us?

My Plan to Introduce the Lesson:

Connect with Learners: Ask for a volunteer to identify the time and place when Jesus called him or her. Was the timing convenient? What choice had to be made in order to be obedient? To what did he or she have to say no in order to say yes to Jesus?

Introduction

In this passage, Jesus calls twelve disciples who formed His inner circle of followers. A disciple is a devoted student—or in this case, a learner of the philosophy and strategy of Jesus’ mission. He did not send them out unprepared or ill-equipped. They were given power and authority to successfully accomplish their directives. One indication of the disciples’ authenticity and power was that their visits would be accompanied by miracles or wonders. By this time, Jesus had bestowed upon them the power necessary to perform healings, demon expulsions, and raising the dead. This account seems to indicate this was the first time the disciples had the opportunity to exercise that power.

I. The Call of the Disciples (Matthew 10:1–4)

Matthew lists the challenges these men would face and the subsequent healings. The presence of unclean spirits often causes illness and suffering. In the battles the disciples faced, Jesus equipped them with the necessary tools to combat the enemy—authority, power, and right to control such situations. Jesus knew His disciples would face challenges, from scoffers to demonic spirits, so they were thoroughly prepared and given the power to expel these horrible forces that sought to destroy people’s lives. Also, Jesus gave them dominance over evil forces that sought to deter