Seventh Day Baptist
Christian Education Council
PO BOX 1678
Janesville, WI 53547
—Luke 17:22, 26-37
by: Cheri Appel.
This is a difficult passage! Jesus used Lot’s wife as His example of “turning back.” How do you explain Jesus’ statement that if we try to save our lives, we will lose them, and by losing our lives we preserve them? Jesus prophesied that one person will be taken, and the other remain. Why does this concern or reassure you? To the disciples, Jesus cloaked His answer in illustration rather than making a clear statement. Why do you think Jesus often taught in this manner? Let us prayerfully ask the Holy Spirit for understanding. He will be faithful if we ask Him to guide us.