April 1st Wednesday Lesson - Jered - McCormick
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Lesson Summary
The class began by connecting the online gathering to Jesus' teaching in John 4, noting that worshipers can honor God in spirit even when separated physically. The teacher then reflected on personal experiences with social media during the pandemic, acknowledging both the uplifting humor and the draining negativity that many have encountered. After addressing the varied opinions on government response, the lesson shifted to Scripture, focusing on 1 Peter 2:13‑17, which calls believers to submit to every human authority for the Lord’s sake, do good, and silence ignorant criticism. Using the historical context of early Christians living under Roman rule, the teacher illustrated how honoring governing officials does not mean blind agreement but demonstrates a higher allegiance to God. The central message urged the congregation to extend grace to elected leaders navigating an unprecedented health crisis, while also committing to personal righteousness as a testimony that can influence society. The class concluded with a call to apply these biblical principles in daily life, encouraging participants to be agents of good amid uncertainty.
Key Scriptures
Be subject for the Lord's sake to every human institution, whether it be to the emperor as supreme or to governors as sent by him to punish those who do evil and to praise those who do good. For this is the will of God, that by doing good, you should put to silence the ignorance of foolish people. Live as people who are free, not using your freedom as a cover-up for evil, but living as servants of God. Honor everyone, love the brotherhood, fear God, honor the emperor.