Sunday School Lesson: Continual Proclamation - Psalm 71:12-21

Introduction

Presented by: Brother Lawrence Jordan, Pastor of New Bethl Baptist Church, Hattisburg, MS
Date: July 14, 2024
Topic: Continual Proclamation
Scripture: Psalm 71:12-21
Quarterly Theme: Hope in the Lord
Unit of Study: Expressing Hope

Psalm 71 attributed possibly to David, though not confirmed.
Described as poetic and a prayer, mixing highs and lows akin to modern hymns.
Focus on an elder's reliance on the Lord and desire to teach the next generation.
Emphasis on continual proclamation and the gospel message – Jesus Christ's death, burial, and resurrection.

Maxim: Experience is the best teacher but doesn't always have to be personal experience.
The psalmist seeks to teach future generations using their own learned experiences.

Central Message: Jesus Christ died for all sins, buried, and resurrected.
Essential for believers and should be continually shared.
True believers grow from basic faith (milk of the word) to deeper faith (meat of the word).
Encouragement to allow the gospel to refresh believers and motivate sharing with others.

Proclaiming Righteousness and Salvation: Highlighting God's lifelong faithfulness and assistance from youth to old age.
Desire not to be forsaken and to continue declaring God's strength and power to present and future generations.

God’s Righteousness and Deeds: Acknowledging God's unmatched righteousness and His mighty acts of deliverance despite adversities and accusations by enemies.

Comfort and Greatness: Assurance in God's comfort and promise of elevation and honor.
Foreshadowing resurrection and eternal comfort with the Lord.

God’s Ever-present Help: A call for believers to continually seek and feel God's presence, especially in adversities.
Sharing the Gospel: Encouragement to always be prepared to share the gospel's good news and reasons for personal hope in the Lord.
Faith and Patience: Understanding trials as a way to strengthen faith and develop patience.
Legacy for Future Generations: Importance of teaching future generations about God's faithfulness and mighty works.

Central Proclamation: Gospel message as ongoing and essential (Continual Proclamation).
Prayer: Asking for God’s continual guidance, forgiveness, and the ability to share His message.

Next Week's Lesson: Encouragement to join next week for continued study and reflection. God bless.