Understanding the Times

1 Chronicles 12:32 - Do you understand the times you are living in? Presented on April 5, 2026, by Barry G. Johnson, Sr. at Schrader Lane Church of Christ, Nashville, TN, this lesson draws from 1 Chronicles 12:32 to explore the discernment of the sons of Issachar — and challenges every believer to read today's spiritual climate with wisdom, courage, and faith.

Proverbs 2:6-7 - Where do you turn when you need wisdom? Presented on April 12, 2026, by Barry G. Johnson, Sr. at Schrader Lane Church of Christ, Nashville, TN, this lesson anchors in Proverbs 2:6–7 to reveal that true wisdom flows from God alone — and that He gives it generously to every believer who asks in faith.

Hebrews 5:14 - Can you tell the difference between good and evil in today's culture? Presented on April 19, 2026, by Barry G. Johnson, Sr. at Schrader Lane Church of Christ, Nashville, TN, this lesson draws from Hebrews 5:14 to show that spiritual discernment is not a gift you wait for — it is a discipline you train for.

Matthew 24:4-14 - Are today's events signs — or just noise? Presented on April 26, 2026, by Barry G. Johnson, Sr. at Schrader Lane Church of Christ, Nashville, TN, this lesson opens Matthew 24:4–14 to equip every believer with a biblical lens for interpreting world events with discernment, steadfast faith, and unshakeable hope.

Matthew 25:1-13 - Are your spiritual lamps full? Presented on May 3, 2026, by Barry G. Johnson, Sr. at Schrader Lane Church of Christ, Nashville, TN, this lesson draws from the Parable of the Ten Virgins in Matthew 25:1–13 to deliver a timely, convicting call to the kind of diligent spiritual preparation that cannot wait until the last moment.

1 Corinthians 1:18-25 - Which wisdom is guiding your decisions? Presented on May 10, 2026, by Barry G. Johnson, Sr. at Schrader Lane Church of Christ, Nashville, TN, this lesson draws from 1 Corinthians 1:18–25 to expose the dangerous gap between what the world calls wise and what God declares to be the only wisdom that truly endures.

Ephesians 6:1-18 - Is your faith holding firm when the culture pushes back? Presented on May 17, 2026, by Barry G. Johnson, Sr., at Schrader Lane Church of Christ, Nashville, TN, this lesson arms believers with the full Armor of God from Ephesians 6:10–18 and the resolve of Daniel to stand immovable in any cultural moment.

Mathew 6:33 - What does your daily life reveal about what you truly seek first? Presented on May 24, 2026, by Barry G. Johnson, Sr. at Schrader Lane Church of Christ, Nashville, TN, this lesson grounds every priority, every decision, and every ambition in the liberating command of Matthew 6:33 — seek God's Kingdom first.

2 Peter 3:10-14 - Are you building your life on what will last? Presented on May 31, 2026, by Barry G. Johnson, Sr. at Schrader Lane Church of Christ, Nashville, TN, this lesson draws from 2 Peter 3:10–14 to challenge every believer to stop investing in what is fading and start anchoring every day in the permanence of eternity.

Acts 2:42-47 - Is your church thriving — or just surviving? Presented on June 7, 2026, by Barry G. Johnson, Sr. at Schrader Lane Church of Christ, Nashville, TN, this lesson returns to Acts 2:42–47 to recover the early church's transforming model of community, devotion, and generosity for every believer navigating uncertain times.

2 Timothy 1:7 - What would change if fear no longer had the final word in your life? Presented on June 14, 2026, by Barry G. Johnson, Sr. at Schrader Lane Church of Christ, Nashville, TN, this lesson stands on 2 Timothy 1:7 to equip every believer to replace a spirit of fear with God's gifts of power, love, and a sound mind.

Daniel 2:20-21 - Does the state of the world shake your faith — or strengthen it? Presented on June 21, 2026, by Barry G. Johnson, Sr. at Schrader Lane Church of Christ, Nashville, TN, this lesson opens Daniel 2:20–21 to anchor every believer in the bedrock truth that God removes kings, raises kings, and has never lost control.

Matthew 28:18-20 - The times have changed — but the mission has not. Presented on June 28, 2026, by Barry G. Johnson, Sr. at Schrader Lane Church of Christ, Nashville, TN, this lesson calls every believer back to the Great Commission of Matthew 28:18–20 with a clear, urgent reminder: these are exactly the times God has called you to reach.