Old Enterprise Baptist Church

09/06/2026

Renewing Our Commitments
Sunday School Lesson
September6, 2026
Joshua 1:1 - 11
Key verse: Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.”
Lesson Outline:
Joshua’s Call into Leadership (Joshua 1:1 -4)
Courage to Live God’s Law (Joshua 1: 5-9)
Preparing the People to Enter God’s Promised Land (Joshua 1: 10-11)

Joshua’s Call into Leadership
A leadership transition is taking place. Moses is dead, God calls Joshua to step up and lead the people of Israel. Joshua’s faithfulness established this leadership position. God’s continued leadership with the people of Israel continues based upon God’s ability to complete His promises. The land is distinguished by where the Israelites feet would trod. God gave boundaries as promised to Abraham to allow them to live in the land of promise. Joshua willingly followed God’s call upon his people
Courage to Live God’s Law
God continually encourages Joshua to be strong and courageous in verses six, seven, and nine. Verse five assures Joshua that the Lord would be with him. Verse eight reminds Joshua to stay focused on the promises and to do the right things. God’s divine presence is all Joshua needs to complete his assignment.
Preparing the People to Enter God’s Promised Land
God has prepared Joshua, now it is Joshua’s task to prepare the people. He commands the officers to pass through the camp spreading the word for the people to prepare victuals(food) for three day’s journey. They, God, Joshua,and the people would enter into the land of promise which the Lord God had given them.

Prayer: Father God, guide us as you guided Joshua. Allow our minds to meditate upon your Word day and night. Help us to be strong and courageous as we go day by day. In Jesus name. Amen.

08/30/2026

All Are Welcome
Sunday School Lesson
August 30, 2026
Acts 16: 11 15, 40 Therefore loosing from Troas, we came with a straight course to Samothracia, and the next day to Neapolis; 12 And from thence to Philippi, which is the chief city of that part of Macedonia, and a colony: and we were in that city abiding certain days. 13 And on the sabbath we went out of the city by a river side, where prayer was wont to be made; and we sat down, and spake unto the women which resorted thither.
14 And a certain woman named Lydia, a seller of purple, of the city of Thyatira, which worshipped God, heard us: whose heart the Lord opened, that she attended unto the things which were spoken of Paul. 15 And when she was baptized, and her household, she besought us, saying, If ye have judged me to be faithful to the Lord, come into my house, and abide there. And she constrained us.
40 And they went out of the prison, and entered into the house of Lydia: and when they had seen the brethren, they comforted them, and departed.

Key Verse: And when she was baptized, and her household, she besought us, saying, If ye have judged me to be faithful to the Lord, come into my house, and abide there. And she constrained us. [Acts 16:15]

Lesson Outline:
Faithful Witnesses’ Ministry [Acts 16:11 -13]
A Faithful Witness’s Hospitality [Acts 16:14-15, 40]

Faithful Witnesses’ Ministry
As Paul and his team travel to revisit the churches established in his first missionary journey conflicts arise and two teams are sent to different locations. Paul’s team is to deliver the message that circumcision is not required for Gentile converts and strict compliance with the Mosaic Law is not mandated. In a vision Paul and his team are not allowed to go to Asia and are redirected to Europe. The city of Neapolis is a port city near the Macedonian city of Philippi. After their arrival they spend days there, the sabbath day arrives and Paul and his team go to the riverside as was customary when no synagogue was in a city. On the riverside they found a group of women. Paul lays aside cultural restrictions and teaches the women. In doing so the first European convert,Lydia, is converted.

A Faithful Witness’s Hospitality
Lydia, a dealer of purple cloth, is converted as the Lord opens her heart to Paul’s message on the riverside. After the baptism of herself and members of her family, she invited the team to come to her house to stay. The team is persuaded to do so.
After Paul and Silas are released from prison they return to Lydia’s house to encourage the believers. Then they leave the city.

Prayer: LORD, we thank You for the hospitality of grace and mercy You have shown us. Please allow Your hospitality to flow through us. Please allow our faith to step forward in times of adversity and peace. In Jesus name. Amen.

08/22/2026

Home Is Where the Heart Is
Sunday School Lesson
August 23, 2026
2 Timothy 1:1-6; 3:14-16 Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ by the will of God, according to the promise of life which is in Christ Jesus, 2 To Timothy, my dearly beloved son: Grace, mercy, and peace, from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Lord. 3 I thank God, whom I serve from my forefathers with pure conscience, that without ceasing I have remembrance of thee in my prayers night and day; 4 Greatly desiring to see thee, being mindful of thy tears, that I may be filled with joy; 5 When I call to remembrance the unfeigned faith that is in thee, which dwelt first in thy grandmother Lois, and thy mother Eunice; and I am persuaded that in thee also. 6 Wherefore I put thee in remembrance that thou stir up the gift of God, which is in thee by the putting on of my hands.
2 Timothy 3:14 -16 But continue thou in the things which thou hast learned and hast been assured of, knowing of whom thou hast learned them; 15 And that from a child thou hast known the holy scriptures, which are able to make thee wise unto salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus. 16 All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness:

Key Verse: When I call to remembrance the unfeigned faith that is in thee, which dwelt first in thy grandmother Lois, and thy mother Eunice; and I am persuaded that in thee also.[2 Timothy 1:5]

Lesson Outline:
I.A Family Heritage (2 Timothy 1: 1-6)
II. A Grounded Faith (2 Timothy 3:14-16)

A Family Heritage
Paul, imprisoned in Rome, writes to Timothy, his son in the ministry, to encourage him in spite of his(Paul’s) current situation. Although facing death Paul still has hope and trust in his calling from Jesus Christ. Paul mentions his family in verse three as foundational parts of his beliefs. Timothy’s sincerity in the mission before him is evident in his actions. Paul reiterates Timothy’s family ties by mentioning his grandmother, Lois and his mother, Eunice. Verse six Paul reinforces his belief in Timothy by encouraging him to stand firm in his beliefs and know that God is with him.

A Grounded Faith
Paul continues to stress the foundational structure found in Timothy from his youth. His spiritual mentors are correct in their teachings and have equipped him for the attacks and persecutions as he goes forth. The final verse of our lesson helps us to see how to avoid the moral decay of society. The youth must be taught and educated in the faith.

Prayer: LORD please continue to empower us as we share and spread the gospel of salvation with all. In Jesus name. Amen.

08/15/2026

Tell Me What You Know
Sunday School Lesson
August 16, 2026
Acts 22:3-15 I am verily a man which am a Jew, born in Tarsus, a city in Cilicia, yet brought up in this city at the feet of Gamaliel, and taught according to the perfect manner of the law of the fathers, and was zealous toward God, as ye all are this day. 4 And I persecuted this way unto the death, binding and delivering into prisons both men and women. 5 As also the high priest doth bear me witness, and all the estate of the elders: from whom also I received letters unto the brethren, and went to Damascus, to bring them which were there bound unto Jerusalem, for to be punished. 6 And it came to pass, that, as I made my journey, and was come nigh unto Damascus about noon, suddenly there shone from heaven a great light round about me. 7 And I fell unto the ground, and heard a voice saying unto me, Saul, Saul, why persecutest thou me? 8 And I answered, Who art thou, Lord? And he said unto me, I am Jesus of Nazareth, whom thou persecutest. 9 And they that were with me saw indeed the light, and were afraid; but they heard not the voice of him that spake to me. 10 And I said, What shall I do, Lord? And the Lord said unto me, Arise, and go into Damascus; and there it shall be told thee of all things which are appointed for thee to do. 11 And when I could not see for the glory of that light, being led by the hand of them that were with me, I came into Damascus. 12 And one Ananias, a devout man according to the law, having a good report of all the Jews which dwelt there, 13 Came unto me, and stood, and said unto me, Brother Saul, receive thy sight. And the same hour I looked up upon him. 14 And he said, The God of our fathers hath chosen thee, that thou shouldest know his will, and see that Just One, and shouldest hear the voice of his mouth. 15 For thou shalt be his witness unto all men of what thou hast seen and heard.

Key Verses: And he said, The God of our fathers hath chosen thee, that thou shouldest know his will, and see that Just One, and shouldest hear the voice of his mouth. 15 For thou shalt be his witness unto all men of what thou hast seen and heard. [Acts 22:14-15]
Lesson Outline:
A Faithful Witness’s Credentials (Acts 22: 3-5)
A Faithful witness’s Conversion (Acts 22:6-11)
A Faithful Witness’s Commission (Acts 22:12-15)

A Faithful Witness’s Credentials
Paul after being attacked by the Jews for bringing Greeks into the Temple is arrested by the Romans to protect him from the Jewish mob. Paul is granted the right to speak by him being a Jew also. Paul affirms before the crowd his Jewish background and upbringing with the high priests and council as witnesses of this truth.
A Faithful witness’s Conversion
Paul continues with details of his actions and the events leading to his conversion. Identifying the light brighter than the sun and questions who was speaking to him, Paul tells of his surrender and becoming blind. Those who had travelled with him are used as witnesses. They led him to Damascus as directed by the Lord.
A Faithful Witness’s Commission
Ananias, a devout and respected among the Jews was used by the Lord to go to Saul while he was still blind to deliver the message for Saul to receive his sight. Ananias also told Saul that the God of their ancestors has chosen you to know his will and be his witness to the people.

Prayer: Lord, we thank you for allowing us to share Your gospel with the world. Please continue to use us as You desire for us to reach others for You. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

08/09/2026

A Dirty Job
Sunday School Lesson
August 9, 2026
Acts 6:7-10; 7:54-60 And the word of God increased; and the number of the disciples multiplied in Jerusalem greatly; and a great company of the priests were obedient to the faith. 8 And Stephen, full of faith and power, did great wonders and miracles among the people. 9 Then there arose certain of the synagogue, which is called the synagogue of the Libertines, and Cyrenians, and Alexandrians, and of them of Cilicia and of Asia, disputing with Stephen. 10 And they were not able to resist the wisdom and the spirit by which he spake.
When they heard these things, they were cut to the heart, and they gnashed on him with their teeth. 55 But he, being full of the Holy Ghost, looked up stedfastly into heaven, and saw the glory of God, and Jesus standing on the right hand of God, 56 And said, Behold, I see the heavens opened, and the Son of man standing on the right hand of God. 57 Then they cried out with a loud voice, and stopped their ears, and ran upon him with one accord, 58 And cast him out of the city, and stoned him: and the witnesses laid down their clothes at a young man's feet, whose name was Saul. 59 And they stoned Stephen, calling upon God, and saying, Lord Jesus, receive my spirit. 60 And he kneeled down, and cried with a loud voice, Lord, lay not this sin to their charge. And when he had said this, he fell asleep.
Key Verse: And Stephen, full of faith and power, did great wonders and miracles among the people. [Acts 6:8]

Lesson Outline:
A Faithful Witness’s Defense (Acts 6:7-10)
A Faithful Witness’s Sacrifice (Acts 7:54-60)

A Faithful Witness’s Defense
The resolution to the Hellenistic Jewish widows being overlooked is the establishment of seven men to distribute alms. The accusation was addressed and the solution sought. Stephen, one of the seven chosen, was full of the Holy Spirit and was used to perform signs and wonders among the people. Priests and others were being converted. Freemen opposed Stephen for his views on Jesus as the Messiah alone with the Old Covenant sacrificial system and the Temple. Stephen could not be entrapped by the people due to the Holy spirit using him mightily.

A Faithful Witnesses Sacrifice
Stephen’s boldness leads to the Sandherin’s rage against him. Their rage was demonstrative in their actions. Stephen’s calmness and faith transforms him as he is able to see Jesus, standing on the right hand of God. This assurance by God and Jesus in His glorified state uplifts Stephen' s faith while enraging the Sanhedrin's mindset, as they cover their ears while crying out, rushing Jesus leading to Jesus being stoned. Witnesses lay their coats aside at the feet of Saul. Stephen, like Jesus on the cross prays for the lost and then dies. This opposition leads to the spreading of the gospel.

Prayer: LORD God, we thank You. Allow us to remain faithful to You in all our ways. In Jesus name. Amen.

08/02/2026

I’ll Believe It When I See It
Sunday School Lesson
August 2, 2026
John 11:14-16; 14:5-8; 20:24-29; 21:1-2
John 11:14-16 Then said Jesus unto them plainly, Lazarus is dead. 15 And I am glad for your sakes that I was not there, to the intent ye may believe; nevertheless let us go unto him. 16 Then said Thomas, which is called Didymus, unto his fellowdisciples, Let us also go, that we may die with him.
John 14:5-8 Thomas saith unto him, Lord, we know not whither thou goest; and how can we know the way? 6 Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me. 7 If ye had known me, ye should have known my Father also: and from henceforth ye know him, and have seen him. 8 Philip saith unto him, Lord, show us the Father, and it sufficeth us.
John 20:24-29 But Thomas, one of the twelve, called Didymus, was not with them when Jesus came. 25 The other disciples therefore said unto him, We have seen the Lord. But he said unto them, Except I shall see in his hands the print of the nails, and put my finger into the print of the nails, and thrust my hand into his side, I will not believe. 26 And after eight days again his disciples were within, and Thomas with them: then came Jesus, the doors being shut, and stood in the midst, and said, Peace be unto you. 27 Then saith he to Thomas, Reach hither thy finger, and behold my hands; and reach hither thy hand, and thrust it into my side: and be not faithless, but believing. 28 And Thomas answered and said unto him, My Lord and my God. 29 Jesus saith unto him, Thomas, because thou hast seen me, thou hast believed: blessed are they that have not seen, and yet have believed.
John 21:1-2 After these things Jesus shewed himself again to the disciples at the sea of Tiberias; and on this wise shewed he himself. 2 There were together Simon Peter, and Thomas called Didymus, and Nathanael of Cana in Galilee, and the sons of Zebedee, and two other of his disciples.

Key Verse: Then saith he to Thomas, Reach hither thy finger, and behold my hands; and reach hither thy hand, and thrust it into my side: and be not faithless, but believing. [John 20:27]

Lesson Outline:
From Loyalty to Uncertainty
From Doubt to Belief


From Loyalty to Uncertainty
Verse fourteen clearly announces the issue, “Lazarus is dead.” The disciples now have the needed truth of the matter. Lazarus is no longer sick, his life is gone. Jesus makes them aware of the reasoning behind his passing. Verse sixteen allows us to see Didymus(Thomas) and his willingness to go and die with him…
The loyalty shown in chapter eleven quickly changes to doubt in chapter fourteen where the lesson picks up. Jesus' statement of His return to the Father confuses the disciples. Thomas reveals the confusion by asking a question. “Lord, we don't know where you are going, so how can we know the way?” Jesus responds, “ I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man comes to the Father, but by me.” Jesus further explains His and His Father’s relationship, knowing one leads to knowing the other. Philip speaks up and asks “Lord, show us the Father, and it sufficeth us.” Jesus addresses the situation with His “I Am” statements. The certainty needed by the disciples is evidenced by the question of Philip revealing their -concept of who Jesus really is.

From Doubt to Belief
Jesus' first appearance to the disciples was evidence to them of His resurrection. Thomas was not with the group at this time. Thomas explained that he would not accept their testimony until he saw for himself. Eight days later Jesus appears in their midst behind closed doors and challenges Thomas to reach and touch Him. Thomas declared, ”My Lord and my God.” Jesus states, “ Thomas, because thou hast seen me, thou hast believed: blessed are they that have not seen, and yet have believed.
Chapter twenty-one again details Jesus' appearance to the disciples at the sea of Tiberias with a number of the disciples present. Jesus' inclusiveness of many disciples reveals His will for all believers to be loyal and confident of Him as Saviour.

Prayer: Purposeful God, we thank You. Your devotion to us is unwavering. Allow us to share Your devotion to others as we come into contact with them. In Jesus name. Amen.

07/12/2026

From a Rock to a Hard Place
Sunday School Lesson
July 12, 2026
Mark 8:27-29; Luke 22:31-34; John 18:25-27; 21:15-17
Mark 8:27-29 And Jesus went out, and his disciples, into the towns of Caesarea Philippi: and by the way he asked his disciples, saying unto them, Whom do men say that I am? 28 And they answered, John the Baptist; but some say, Elias; and others, One of the prophets. 29 And he saith unto them, But whom say ye that I am? And Peter answereth and saith unto him, Thou art the Christ.
Luke 22:31- 34 31 And the Lord said, Simon, Simon, behold, Satan hath desired to have you, that he may sift you as wheat: 32 But I have prayed for thee, that thy faith fail not: and when thou art converted, strengthen thy brethren. 33 And he said unto him, Lord, I am ready to go with thee, both into prison, and to death. 34 And he said, I tell thee, Peter, the c**k shall not crow this day, before that thou shalt thrice deny that thou knowest me.
John 18:25-27 And Simon Peter stood and warmed himself. They said therefore unto him, Art not thou also one of his disciples? He denied it, and said, I am not. 26 One of the servants of the high priest, being his kinsman whose ear Peter cut off, saith, Did not I see thee in the garden with him? 27 Peter then denied again: and immediately the c**k crew.
John 21:15-17 15 So when they had dined, Jesus saith to Simon Peter, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou me more than these? He saith unto him, Yea, Lord; thou knowest that I love thee. He saith unto him, Feed my lambs. 16 He saith to him again the second time, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou me? He saith unto him, Yea, Lord; thou knowest that I love thee. He saith unto him, Feed my sheep. 17 He saith unto him the third time, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou me? Peter was grieved because he said unto him the third time, Lovest thou me? And he said unto him, Lord, thou knowest all things; thou knowest that I love thee. Jesus saith unto him, Feed my sheep.
Key Verse: He saith unto him the third time, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou me? Peter was grieved because he said unto him the third time, Lovest thou me? And he said unto him, Lord, thou knowest all things; thou knowest that I love thee. Jesus saith unto him, Feed my sheep. (John 21:17)
Lesson Outline:
I. A Bold Confession and a Brash Promise (Mark 8:27-29;Luke 22:31-34)
II. A Devastating Denial and a Gracious Restoration (John 18:25-27; 21:15-17)

A Bold Confession and a Brash Promise
Approaching the final week before the Crucifixion, Jesus and the disciples are in the Caesarea Philippi area. Jesus poses the question, “Whom do men say that I am?” Various answers are given. With responses like John the Baptist, Elias, and others. Hearing these commits, Jesus directs the question to the disciples, Peter responds, “Thou art the Christ.” This bold confession from Peter leads to Jesus’ understanding of Peter’s overconfidence. Jesus warns Simon, the old name, that Satan desired to test him. Jesus also informs Peter that He had prayed for him and Peter is to strengthen his brothers. Peter, overconfident in himself, continues to declare his faithfulness. Jesus again informs Peter that he will deny Him three times before daylight.
A Devastating Denial and a Gracious Restoration
Simon Peter is questioned by those standing around warming themselves by the fire. This is the second denial. A relative of the man whose ear Peter had severed in the garden accuses Peter of being in the garden with Jesus. This accusation may bring charges against Peter and he denies again that he was with Jesus. The rooster announces the three denials before daylight.
After the Resurrection eating with Jesus at the Sea of Galilee are seven disciples including Peter. Jesus publicly questions Peter three times about his love for Him. redeeming the three denials by Peter. Peter’s leadership role is restored by Jesus telling him(Peter) to “feed my sheep.” Jesus reveals through Peter that repentance, restoration and renewed service are available when needed.
Prayer: Thank You God for many opportunities to serve as You served. Thank You for using imperfect people to bring about Your perfect work. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

07/05/2026

06/27/2026

Standing Up to the Powerful
Sunday School Lesson
June 28, 2026
Amos 1:1; 2:11-12; 3:7-8; 7:10-15
Amos 1:1The words of Amos, who was among the herdmen of Tekoa, which he saw concerning Israel in the days of Uzziah king of Judah, and in the days of Jeroboam the son of Joash king of Israel, two years before the earthquake.

Amos 2:11 And I raised up of your sons for prophets, and of your young men for Nazarites. Is it not even thus, O ye children of Israel? saith the Lord. 12 But ye gave the Nazarites wine to drink; and commanded the prophets, saying, Prophesy not.

Amos 3:7-8 7 Surely the Lord God will do nothing, but he revealeth his secret unto his servants the prophets. 8 The lion hath roared, who will not fear? the Lord God hath spoken, who can but prophesy?

Amos 7:10-15 10 Then Amaziah the priest of Bethel sent to Jeroboam king of Israel, saying, Amos hath conspired against thee in the midst of the house of Israel: the land is not able to bear all his words. 11 For thus Amos saith, Jeroboam shall die by the sword, and Israel shall surely be led away captive out of their own land. 12 Also Amaziah said unto Amos, O thou seer, go, flee thee away into the land of Judah, and there eat bread, and prophesy there: 13 But prophesy not again any more at Bethel: for it is the king's chapel, and it is the king's court. 14 Then answered Amos, and said to Amaziah, I was no prophet, neither was I a prophet's son; but I was an herdman, and a gatherer of sycomore fruit: 15 And the Lord took me as I followed the flock, and the Lord said unto me, Go, prophesy unto my people Israel.

Key Verse: And the Lord took me as I followed the flock, and the Lord said unto me, Go, prophesy unto my people Israel.( Amos 7:15)

Lesson Outline:
A Commissioned Prophet (Amos 1:1; 2:11-12; 3:7-8)
An Obedient Prophet (Amos 7:10-15)

A Commissioned Prophet
“Speaking truth to power” is used to relay God’s truth to all. Amos is not a well known popular individual but rather an individual God used to inform the nation of Israel of their present situation. The reign of Uzziah and Jeroboam II helps to identify the time frame of this writing. Chapter two of Amos verses eleven and twelve reveal to us that Israel was not listening or applying the Word of God intentionally. Chapter three again reminds the Israelites that God always reveals His intentions through His prophets. Amos could not stay silent because God had commissioned him. Amos speaks boldly as we the church should respond today.

An Obedient Prophet
Truth does not sit well with most people. Amos' truths of legal injustice, corruption, and religious pretense, was not received well by the priest Amaziah. Amaziah sends a message to the king, Jeroboam. Amaziah implies that Amos is prophesying for profit(money). Amos responds by informing Amaziah that he is not in the lineage of the prophets nor does he have a reason for the accusation brought against him. Verse fifteen reaffirms Amos calling by God and Amos’s determination to do so.

Prayer: LORD, we thank You. Please place in each of us Your will and purpose for living. In Jesus name. Amen.

06/20/2026

A Forever Bond
Sunday School Lesson
June 21, 2026
1 Samuel 18:1-4; 20:16-17,32-34,42; 2 Samuel 1:26-27;21:7
1 Samuel 18:1-4 And it came to pass, when he had made an end of speaking unto Saul, that the soul of Jonathan was knit with the soul of David, and Jonathan loved him as his own soul. 2 And Saul took him that day, and would let him go no more home to his father's house. 3 Then Jonathan and David made a covenant, because he loved him as his own soul. 4 And Jonathan stripped himself of the robe that was upon him, and gave it to David, and his garments, even to his sword, and to his bow, and to his girdle.
1 Samuel 20:16-17 16 So Jonathan made a covenant with the house of David, saying, Let the Lord even require it at the hand of David's enemies. 17 And Jonathan caused David to swear again, because he loved him: for he loved him as he loved his own soul.
1 Samuel 20:32-34, 42 32 And Jonathan answered Saul, his father, and said unto him, Wherefore shall he be slain? What did he do? 33 And Saul cast a javelin at him to smite him: whereby Jonathan knew that it was determined of his father to slay David. 34 So Jonathan arose from the table in fierce anger, and did eat no meat the second day of the month: for he was grieved for David, because his father had done him shame.
42 And Jonathan said to David, Go in peace, forasmuch as we have sworn both of us in the name of the Lord, saying, The Lord be between me and thee, and between my seed and thy seed for ever. And he arose and departed: and Jonathan went into the city.
2 Samuel 1:26-27 26 I am distressed for thee, my brother Jonathan: very pleasant hast thou been unto me: thy love to me was wonderful, passing the love of women. 27 How have the mighty fallen, and the weapons of war perished!
2 Samuel 21:7 7 But the king spared Mephibosheth, the son of Jonathan the son of Saul, because of the Lord's oath that was between them, between David and Jonathan the son of Saul.

Key Verse: And Jonathan said to David, Go in peace, forasmuch as we have sworn both of us in the name of the Lord, saying, The Lord be between me and thee, and between my seed and thy seed for ever. And he arose and departed: and Jonathan went into the city. [1 Samuel 20:42]
Lesson Outline:
Covenantal Friendship Established (1 Samuel 18:1-4; 20:16-17, 32-34,42)
Covenantal Friendship Fulfilled (2 Samuel 1:26-27; 21:7)

Covenantal Friendship Established
David’s popularity exploded after the defeat of Goliath. Jonathan, Saul’s son, enters a friendship with David and their commitment cannot be broken. Jonathan gives David his personal items as a token of their friendship.
Saul, the king became jealous due to the people's opinion of David. Saul intends to kill David. Jonathan questions Saul about David. Saul grasps a javelin and tosses it toward David. Jonathan knew that Saul, his father, would kill David, his friend. Jonathan becomes angry and leaves the feast due to Saul's treatment of David. Jonathan then tells David to leave so that Saul cannot kill him. Jonathan’s commitment to their friendship is evident by his behavior toward David, even against his father’s desires.

Covenantal Friendship Fulfilled
David is remorseful after learning of Saul and Jonathan’s deaths. David’s commitment to the king of Israel and his friend Jonathan were real. David did not hold onto the rage of Saul but he did hold on to the love of friendship established between Jonathan and himself. Mephibosheth, a descendant of Jonathan is rescued by David as a result of the oath between the LORd and the friends.

Prayer: LORD, Your love extends far past that of humans. Help us to love as You love. Allow our love to be unconditional. In Christ Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.