2019 Lectureship - Witness Jesus' Commitment to Go Home
Teachers
Lesson Summary
The class opened with gratitude for the congregation’s hospitality and an introduction to Brother Corey Sawyers’ long ministry background. He used personal stories about traveling, staying in hotels, and nostalgic memories of his childhood home to illustrate the deep emotional pull of the word “home.” Corey then transitioned to the biblical promise of a heavenly home, explaining that Jesus assures believers of an eternal dwelling where love, security, and family abound. He highlighted that just as travelers long to return to familiar places, Christians should look forward to the ultimate home prepared by Christ. Throughout the lesson, he encouraged the audience to find comfort in this promise amid present hardships and imperfect earthly homes. Corey emphasized that the promise of a heavenly home is not merely a future hope but a present comfort that shapes how believers live and relate to one another. By anchoring their hearts in Jesus’ assurance, the congregation could experience renewed purpose, fellowship, and a sense of belonging that mirrors the love and warmth associated with the concept of home.