Scott Allen leads today's lesson from Matthew 18:21-35. In Jewish law, an offense had to be forgiven up to three times. Peter wondered if he should forgive up to seven times. What did Jesus say? Are we right to set a limit on forgiveness? Jesus used a story about a king and two servants with debts to teach us a valuable lesson about what it means to live as a recipient of God's forgiveness.

Scott Allen leads today's lesson from Matthew 28:1-10,16-20. An earthquake shook the land and scattered the guards. A stone's seal was broken and an angel appeared. The tomb was empty. What was the meaning of these strange happenings? Was all of this predicted? Do we have evidence that informs our faith? Yes, said the angel. Jesus was risen, just as he had predicted! And his instructions were to meet in Galilee. Then Mary saw the risen Savior Jesus. She rushed to share the news. Would the disciples believe her? What would Jesus say to them in Galilee? And what does Jesus' message mean to us today?

Scott Allen leads today's lesson from Matthew 17:1-13. Three disciples went with Jesus to the mountain top. There, Jesus full glory was shown as He took on the white light of a heavenly presence. Two key figures, Moses and Elijah, appeared as well, representing the Law and the Prophets (that is, the entire Old Testament). But most of all, the voice of God the Father affirmed Jesus (as at Jesus' baptism) and directed the disciples to listen to Him. Post-resurrection, all believers are invited to rest in the glorious presence of Jesus, treasuring His words to us and expressing thankfulness for all that Jesus intentionally fulfilled on our behalf at the cross.