Rightly Divide the Word of Truth
Learn key Biblical truths AND how to study God's Word effectively, in weekly Bible studies and devotionals with Andrew S. Baker — "Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth." (2 Timothy 2:15 KJV) — Send questions and comments to: BibleQuestions@ASBzone.com #RightlyDivide #RightlyDivideTheWordOfTruth #BibleStudy
The Eyes of the LORD
We should always bear in mind that God is keeping His eye on things. Not just in the sense that He is a judge, but also in the sense that He is looking for opportunities to work in our lives for His glory and our salvation.
Can you think of any times that this happened with you?
Proverbs 5:21 KJV
For the ways of man are before the eyes of the LORD, and He pondereth all his goings.
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— Pers...
2026-Q2-12 Lesson Review: Share Him
Share Him — Review of Lesson #12 of the 2nd Quarter of 2026 -
The Sabbath School Lesson study guide can be found here:
— https://ssnet.org/lessons/26b/less12.html
— https://www.adultbiblestudyguide.org/archives
— https://sabbath-school.adventech.io/en
The title of this quarter's theme is: Growing in a Relationship With God
For the next 13 weeks (April to June 2026), we will look at God’s desire to be in a relationship with humankind, and what t...
Compounding Bad Decisions
King David makes a series of bad decisions, as recorded in 2 Samuel 11, and we see how these compounded decisions had an adverse impact on his family in a big way. Do we make similar mistakes today?
2 Samuel 11:2-3 KJV
And it came to pass in an eveningtide, that David arose from off his bed, and walked upon the roof of the king's house: and from the roof he saw a woman washing herself; and the woman was very beautiful to look upon. And David sent and enquired after the w...
2026-Q2-11 Lesson Review: Setbacks
Setbacks — Review of Lesson #11 of the 2nd Quarter of 2026 -
The Sabbath School Lesson study guide can be found here:
— https://ssnet.org/lessons/26b/less11.html
— https://www.adultbiblestudyguide.org/archives
— https://sabbath-school.adventech.io/en
The title of this quarter's theme is: Growing in a Relationship With God
For the next 13 weeks (April to June 2026), we will look at God’s desire to be in a relationship with humankind, and what that...
Two Warnings
The Apostle James gives us two groups of warnings for the end times. Let's look at who these warnings target, and what we can learn from them.
James 5:7 KJV
Be patient therefore, brethren, unto the coming of the Lord. Behold, the husbandman waiteth for the precious fruit of the earth, and hath long patience for it, until he receive the early and latter rain.
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— Persistent and Consistent — Prayer Life
— We Have Need of Patience
— God's Promises to me are sure
— Having the...
2026-Q2-10 Lesson Review: Repentance and Forgiveness
Repentance and Forgiveness — Review of Lesson #10 of the 2nd Quarter of 2026 -
The Sabbath School Lesson study guide can be found here:
— https://ssnet.org/lessons/26b/less10.html
— https://www.adultbiblestudyguide.org/archives
— https://sabbath-school.adventech.io/en
The title of this quarter's theme is: Growing in a Relationship With God
For the next 13 weeks (April to June 2026), we will look at God’s desire to be in a relationship with humankind...
Steady Guidance
We're going to look at a verse where God speaks to us about guiding us steadily, and we will see what kind of principles it highlights for us. Are you prepared to hear God's voice regularly?
Isaiah 30:21 KJV
And thine ears shall hear a word behind thee, saying, “This is the way, walk ye in it,” when ye turn to the right hand, and when ye turn to the left.
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— Persistent and Consistent — Prayer Life
— All About Jabez and his Prayer
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2026-Q2-09 Lesson Review: Sin, the Gospel, and the Law
Sin, the Gospel, and the Law — Review of Lesson #9 of the 2nd Quarter of 2026 -
The Sabbath School Lesson study guide can be found here:
— https://ssnet.org/lessons/26b/less09.html
— https://www.adultbiblestudyguide.org/archives
— https://sabbath-school.adventech.io/en
The title of this quarter's theme is: Growing in a Relationship With God
For the next 13 weeks (April to June 2026), we will look at God’s desire to be in a relation...
Church or Member?
When it comes to humanitarian aid or assistance, or to social justice work, does the Bible put the responsibility on the church as an organization? Or does it put the responsibility on church members as individuals or families? Let's see what we can discover from scripture.
Isaiah 58:6-7 KJV
Is not this the fast that I have chosen? to loose the bands of wickedness, to undo the heavy burdens, and to let the oppressed go free, and that ye break every yoke? Is it not to deal thy bread to the hu...
2026-Q2-08 Lesson Review: Having Faith
Having Faith — Review of Lesson #8 of the 2nd Quarter of 2026 -
The Sabbath School Lesson study guide can be found here:
— https://ssnet.org/lessons/26b/less08.html
— https://www.adultbiblestudyguide.org/archives
— https://sabbath-school.adventech.io/en
The title of this quarter's theme is: Growing in a Relationship With God
For the next 13 weeks (April to June 2026), we will look at God’s desire to be in a relationship with humankind, and what t...
The Implications of Prayer
Let's talk about prayers and how fast or slow they seem to get answered. What are some of the core implications of prayer that we never give any real thought to?
Mark 11:24 KJV
Therefore I say unto you, “What things soever ye desire, when ye pray, believe that ye receive them, and ye shall have them”.
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2026-Q2-07 Lesson Review: Practical Prayer
Practical Prayer — Review of Lesson #7 of the 2nd Quarter of 2026 -
The Sabbath School Lesson study guide can be found here:
— https://ssnet.org/lessons/26b/less07.html
— https://www.adultbiblestudyguide.org/archives
— https://sabbath-school.adventech.io/en
The title of this quarter's theme is: Growing in a Relationship With God
For the next 13 weeks (April to June 2026), we will look at God’s desire to be in a relationship with humankind, and what t...
Such as is Common to Man
Let's talk about temptations and daily living, and how the adversary comes at us with the same sets of temptations over time. Are you prepared for new temptations? Or the same temptations over and over again, with better packaging?
1 Corinthians 10:13 KJV
There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear it.
2026-Q2-06 Lesson Review: Prayer Warriors
Prayer Warriors — Review of Lesson #6 of the 2nd Quarter of 2026 -
The Sabbath School Lesson study guide can be found here:
— https://ssnet.org/lessons/26b/less06.html
— https://www.adultbiblestudyguide.org/archives
— https://sabbath-school.adventech.io/en
The title of this quarter's theme is: Growing in a Relationship With God
For the next 13 weeks (April to June 2026), we will look at God’s desire to be in a relationship with humankind, and what t...
Everything is Lining Up
Have you been noticing that things are drawing to a close in all facets of life? We see things heading to a grand finale in the religious realm, the economic realm, the political realm, and more. Don't be caught off guard.
Luke 17:28-30 KJV
Likewise also as it was in the days of Lot; they did eat, they drank, they bought, they sold, they planted, they builded; But the same day that Lot went out of Sodom it rained fire and brimstone from heaven, and destroyed them all.
2026-Q2-05 Lesson Review: How to Study the Bible
How to Study the Bible — Review of Lesson #5 of the 2nd Quarter of 2026 -
The Sabbath School Lesson study guide can be found here:
— https://ssnet.org/lessons/26b/less05.html
— https://www.adultbiblestudyguide.org/archives
— https://sabbath-school.adventech.io/en
The title of this quarter's theme is: Growing in a Relationship With God
For the next 13 weeks (April to June 2026), we will look at God’s desire to be in a relationsh...
Is There a Secret Rapture?
Is there anything wrong with traditions in religious life? In worship or daily living? Can traditions enhance worship or are they a problem for the Christian?
Ecclesiastes 1:9-10 KJV
The thing that hath been, it is that which shall be; and that which is done is that which shall be done: and there is no new thing under the sun. Is there any thing whereof it may be said, “See, this is new?” it hath been already of old time, which...
2026-Q2-04 Lesson Review: The Role of the Bible
The Role of the Bible — Review of Lesson #4 of the 2nd Quarter of 2026 -
The Sabbath School Lesson study guide can be found here:
— https://ssnet.org/lessons/26b/less04.html
— https://www.adultbiblestudyguide.org/archives
— https://sabbath-school.adventech.io/en
The title of this quarter's theme is: Growing in a Relationship With God
For the next 13 weeks (April to June 2026), we will look at God’s desire to be in a relationsh...
Is Tradition Good or Bad?
Is there anything wrong with traditions in religious life? In worship or daily living? Can traditions enhance worship or are they a problem for the Christian?
Matthew 15:2-3 KJV
“Why do Thy disciples transgress the tradition of the elders? for they wash not their hands when they eat bread.” But He answered and said unto them, “Why do ye also transgress the commandment of God by your tradition?”
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2026-Q2-03 Lesson Review: Pride Versus Humility
Pride Versus Humility — Review of Lesson #3 of the 2nd Quarter of 2026 -
The Sabbath School Lesson study guide can be found here:
— https://ssnet.org/lessons/26b/less03.html
— https://www.adultbiblestudyguide.org/archives
— https://sabbath-school.adventech.io/en
The title of this quarter's theme is: Growing in a Relationship With God
For the next 13 weeks (April to June 2026), we will look at God’s desire to be in a relationship with humankind...
Another Look at Avoiding Temptation
A little object lesson on avoiding temptation, rather than walking right up to the edge of it.
Matthew 6:13 KJV
And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For Thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen.
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— Christ, Humanity and Salvation
— Why Did Jesus Come to Earth?
— God's Promises to me are sure
— Search Me O God
— So I Prayed to the God of Heaven
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2026-Q2-02 Lesson Review: To Know God
To Know God — Review of Lesson #2 of the 2nd Quarter of 2026 -
The Sabbath School Lesson study guide can be found here:
— https://ssnet.org/lessons/26b/less02.html
— https://www.adultbiblestudyguide.org/archives
— https://sabbath-school.adventech.io/en
The title of this quarter's theme is: Growing in a Relationship With God
For the next 13 weeks (April to June 2026), we will look at God’s desire to be in a relationship with humankind...
The Angel of the LORD
Who is the Angel of the LORD? When the Bible references this phrase, especially in the Old Testament, is it referring to a regular angel? (Cherubim) Or to someone else?
We're going to take a look at Genesis 16 and 22 to get a clear understanding of who is being referenced.
Genesis 16:10 KJV
And the angel of the LORD said unto her, “I will multiply thy seed exceedingly, that it shall not be numbered for multitude.”
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2026-Q2-01 Lesson Review: Reality Check
Reality Check — Review of Lesson #1 of the 2nd Quarter of 2026 -
The Sabbath School Lesson study guide can be found here:
— https://ssnet.org/lessons/26b/less01.html
— https://www.adultbiblestudyguide.org/archives
— https://sabbath-school.adventech.io/en
The title of this quarter's theme is: Growing in a Relationship With God
For the next 13 weeks (April to June 2026), we will look at God’s desire to be in a relationship with humankind, and what t...
Restarting the Fire
Hot? Cold? Or lukewarm? Which state are you in right now, and what are the implications of being in that state? More than that, what happens if you had been hot, but have since fallen off?
Today, we'll look at a real world object lesson that embodies this spiritual problem.
Revelation 3:15-16 KJV
I know thy works, that thou art neither cold nor hot: I would thou wert cold or hot. So then because thou art lukewarm, and neither cold nor hot, I will spue the...
2026-Q1-13 Lesson Review: Standing in All the Will of God
Standing in All the Will of God — Review of Lesson #13 of the 1st Quarter of 2026 -
The Sabbath School Lesson study guide can be found here:
— https://ssnet.org/lessons/26a/less13.html
— https://www.adultbiblestudyguide.org/archives
— https://sabbath-school.adventech.io/en
The title of this quarter's theme is: Uniting Heaven and Earth
For the next 13 weeks (January to March 2026), we will look at two important letters that the Apostle Paul wrote to...
Painful Preparation
So, are there things that we learn from scripture that have no bearing on our salvation? Can we afford to ignore anything that scripture teaches us?
Hebrews 12:11 KJV
Now no chastening for the present seemeth to be joyous, but grievous: nevertheless afterward it yieldeth the peaceable fruit of righteousness unto them which are exercised thereby.
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— Preparation for the End Times
— Lessons from the Book of Job #1
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2026-Q1-12 Lesson Review: Living With Each Other
Living With Each Other — Review of Lesson #12 of the 1st Quarter of 2026 -
The Sabbath School Lesson study guide can be found here:
— https://ssnet.org/lessons/26a/less12.html
— https://www.adultbiblestudyguide.org/archives
— https://sabbath-school.adventech.io/en
The title of this quarter's theme is: Uniting Heaven and Earth
For the next 13 weeks (January to March 2026), we will look at two important letters that the Apostle Paul wrote to the Colossia...
Is this Salvific?
So, are there things that we learn from scripture that have no bearing on our salvation? Can we afford to ignore anything that scripture teaches us?
1 Corinthians 10:31 KJV
Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God.
Related Podcasts:
— Some Thoughts on the Doctrine of Free Will
— What Exactly is the Great Controversy, Anyway?
— The Foreknowledge Conundrum
— End-Time Prophecy Primer
— Three Crucial Messages
— The Hour of His Judgment is Come
— Another...
2026-Q1-11 Lesson Review: Living With Christ
Living With Christ — Review of Lesson #11 of the 1st Quarter of 2026 -
The Sabbath School Lesson study guide can be found here:
— https://ssnet.org/lessons/26a/less11.html
— https://www.adultbiblestudyguide.org/archives
— https://sabbath-school.adventech.io/en
The title of this quarter's theme is: Uniting Heaven and Earth
For the next 13 weeks (January to March 2026), we will look at two important letters that the Apostle Paul wrote to the Colossians and the...
2026-Q1-09 Lesson Review: Reconciliation and Hope
Reconciliation and Hope — Review of Lesson #9 of the 1st Quarter of 2026 -
The Sabbath School Lesson study guide can be found here:
— https://ssnet.org/lessons/26a/less09.html
— https://www.adultbiblestudyguide.org/archives
— https://sabbath-school.adventech.io/en
The title of this quarter's theme is: Uniting Heaven and Earth
For the next 13 weeks (January to March 2026), we will look at two important letters that the Apostle Paul wrote to the Colossians and the...
2026-Q1-08 Lesson Review: The Preeminence of Christ
The Preeminence of Christ — Review of Lesson #8 of the 1st Quarter of 2026 -
The Sabbath School Lesson study guide can be found here:
— https://ssnet.org/lessons/26a/less08.html
— https://www.adultbiblestudyguide.org/archives
— https://sabbath-school.adventech.io/en
The title of this quarter's theme is: Uniting Heaven and Earth
For the next 13 weeks (January to March 2026), we will look at two important letters that the Apostle Paul wrote to the Colossia...
Understanding Prophecy
Let's talk about some things we need to consider when we study, share and discuss prophecy.
Matthew 22:29 KJV
Jesus answered and said unto them, ”Ye do err, not knowing the Scriptures, nor the power of God.”
Related Podcasts:
— Some Thoughts on the Doctrine of Free Will
— What Exactly is the Great Controversy, Anyway?
— The Foreknowledge Conundrum
— End-Time Prophecy Primer
— Three Crucial Messages
— The Hour of His Judgment is Come
— Another Angel — Warning Repeated
— What is the purpose of Prophec...
2026-Q1-07 Lesson Review: A Heavenly Citizenship
A Heavenly Citizenship — Review of Lesson #7 of the 1st Quarter of 2026 -
The Sabbath School Lesson study guide can be found here:
— https://ssnet.org/lessons/26a/less07.html
— https://www.adultbiblestudyguide.org/archives
— https://sabbath-school.adventech.io/en
The title of this quarter's theme is: Uniting Heaven and Earth
For the next 13 weeks (January to March 2026), we will look at two important letters that the Apostle Paul wrote to the Colossians and the...
Long Term Planning
God's call to Jeremiah is no different than His call to each one of us. Let's look at how God does long-term planning, and what it means for us today.
Jeremiah 1:4-5 KJV
Then the word of the LORD came unto me, saying, "Before I formed thee in the belly I knew thee; and before thou camest forth out of the womb I sanctified thee, and I ordained thee a prophet unto the nations."
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2026-Q1-06 Lesson Review: Confidence Only in Christ
Confidence Only in Christ — Review of Lesson #6 of the 1st Quarter of 2026 -
The Sabbath School Lesson study guide can be found here:
— https://ssnet.org/lessons/26a/less06.html
— https://www.adultbiblestudyguide.org/archives
— https://sabbath-school.adventech.io/en
The title of this quarter's theme is: Uniting Heaven and Earth
For the next 13 weeks (January to March 2026), we will look at two important letters that the Apostle Paul wrote to the Colossia...
2026-Q1-05 Lesson Review: Shining as Lights in the Night
Shining as Lights in the Night — Review of Lesson #5 of the 1st Quarter of 2026 -
The Sabbath School Lesson study guide can be found here:
— https://ssnet.org/lessons/26a/less05.html
— https://www.adultbiblestudyguide.org/archives
— https://sabbath-school.adventech.io/en
The title of this quarter's theme is: Uniting Heaven and Earth
For the next 13 weeks (January to March 2026), we will look at two important letters that the Apostle Paul wrote to the C...
The Foreknowledge of God
Here we look at a story with David -- before he became king -- where God reveals things to David upon request. In this story, we see that God's foreknowledge extends not only to the choices we will make, but also extends to choices we could make.
Just another reminder that God's foreknowledge does not undermine our freedom of choice.
Job 11:7 KJV
Canst thou by searching find out God? canst thou find out the Almighty unto perfection?
Related Podcasts:
— Some Thoughts on...
2026-Q1-04 Lesson Review: Unity Through Humility
Unity Through Humility — Review of Lesson #4 of the 1st Quarter of 2026 -
The Sabbath School Lesson study guide can be found here:
— https://ssnet.org/lessons/26a/less04.html
— https://www.adultbiblestudyguide.org/archives
— https://sabbath-school.adventech.io/en
The title of this quarter's theme is: Uniting Heaven and Earth
For the next 13 weeks (January to March 2026), we will look at two important letters that the Apostle Paul wrote to the Colossians and the...
God is Really, Really Longsuffering
This is an introductory study about the amount of time that has been involved in the Great Controversy and the plan of redemption. What does the Bible teach us about how long God wanted or needed to take to get rid of sin? Why has it take so long?
2 Peter 3:9 KJV
The Lord is not slack concerning His promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.
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