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4G Family

by Bill and Art Morris

Lessons from the 4G class at Covenant Baptist Church, Lancaster, SC.

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  1. Ecclesiastes 12

    This final chapter of Ecclesiastes speaks about the realities of aging and its culmination in death and wraps up with the writer’s commentary on the speakers content, encouraging us to love God by keeping his Commandments.

  2. Ecclesiastes 9

    This study of Ecclesiastes 8:16–9:18 explores the limits of human wisdom, the uncertainty of life, and the reality of death, contrasting self-reliance with the hope found in trusting Jesus. Drawing connections to Proverbs, Jeremiah, Mark, and James, the lesson reminds us that our lives are in…

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  3. Ecclesiastes 7

    The lesson on Ecclesiastes 7 explores the tension between earthly wisdom and true understanding. Its proverbs teach that mourning, patient endurance, honest correction, humility, and a good reputation can shape us more deeply than pleasure, flattery, anger, or nostalgia; yet the speaker also...

  4. Ecclesiastes 6

    This lesson on Ecclesiastes 6 confronts the emptiness of pursuing wealth, achievement, and comfort without the God-given ability to enjoy them, challenging us to recognize how restless striving can leave even successful lives unsatisfied. It points listeners toward contentment, humility before...

  5. Ecclesiastes 5

    The lesson on Ecclesiastes 5 emphasizes approaching God with humility, listening more than speaking, honoring promises, and refusing to let wealth or possessions become life’s purpose. Instead, believers should live responsibly, use their resources as stewards, recognize life’s brevity, and...

  6. Ecclesiastes 4

    This podcast episode explores Ecclesiastes 4, where the Preacher exposes the emptiness of life “under the sun” when lived without God, highlighting oppression, lonely toil, and the futility of chasing success or popularity. It contrasts those bleak observations with biblical wisdom on…

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  7. Ecclesiastes 3

    The lesson on Ecclesiastes 3 explains that life contains God-appointed seasons of joy, grief, work, loss, speaking, silence, war, and peace, all of which reveal both God’s sovereignty and the limits of human understanding. It encourages believers to trust God with the past and future while...

  8. Ecclesiastes 2: Vanity of Wisdom and Work

    In Ecclesiastes 2:13–26, this lesson explores why wisdom is better than folly yet cannot ultimately overcome death, exposing the limits of achievement, pleasure, wealth, and legacy when viewed apart from God. It offers a biblical theology of work: labor is God-given, can be worship and service to...

  9. Ecclesiastes 2: Vanity of Self-Indulgence

    This Bible study on Ecclesiastes 2 examines why pleasure, achievement, possessions, and self-indulgence cannot provide lasting meaning when pursued apart from God. Through a discussion of hobbies and leisure, the lesson encourages believers to enjoy God’s good gifts wisely—using them to build...

  10. 1 Corinthians 15, Part 2

    This lesson centers on 1 Corinthians 15 and the hope of the resurrection, emphasizing that Christ is the “firstfruits” and that death is the last enemy to be defeated. It also connects the resurrection to Christian living, urging believers to stay steadfast, reject corrupting influences, and live...

  11. 1 Corinthians 15 Part 1

    This lesson argues that the Bible is the sole and sufficient authority for the Christian life, grounded in eyewitness testimony and divine revelation rather than human invention. Drawing from 1 Corinthians 15, it emphasizes the resurrection of Jesus Christ as the central, non-negotiable…

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  12. 1 Corinthians 13

    This episode reframes 1 Corinthians 13 by placing it back in its original context as Paul’s corrective rebuke to a divided, immature church, rather than a standalone poetic reflection on love. It explores how spiritual gifts, knowledge, and outward ability are meaningless without Christlike love,...

  13. 1 Corinthians 11 Order and Tradition

    Paul emphasizes that believers should do everything for God’s glory, live in a way that does not cause offense, and follow Christlike examples, while also affirming the value of apostolic traditions. He explains that instructions about head coverings and gender roles reflected a God-ordained…

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  14. 1 Corinthians 10, Part 2

    This lesson concludes Paul’s teaching in 1 Corinthians 8–10 on food sacrificed to idols, emphasizing that Christian freedom must be guided by love, avoiding idolatry, and considering how one’s actions affect others’ faith and perception of the gospel. Paul teaches that while believers may have...

  15. 1 Corinthians 10, Part 1

    Paul uses Israel’s history in 1 Corinthians 10 to warn believers that shared spiritual blessings do not guarantee faithfulness, as many fell into idolatry, immorality, and unbelief despite God’s provision. He emphasizes that these events serve as examples, urging Christians to exercise...

  16. 1 Corinthians 7 - Divorce, etc. Part 1

    The lesson reviews the biblical foundation of marriage as a covenant established by God in Genesis, emphasizing that a husband and wife become one flesh and that parents must release married children to form their own household. It then addresses divorce through passages in Deuteronomy, Matthew…

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  17. 1 Corinthians 7:1-9

    The lesson emphasized that Scripture is God’s true and sufficient revelation, and that believers must rely on it rather than cultural opinion, personal bias, or modern confusion. Turning to 1 Corinthians 7, marriage is God’s covenant design between one man and one woman for life, stressing...

  18. 1 Corinthians 6,9-20 Joined with the Lord

    This lesson on 1 Corinthians 6 emphasizes that the gospel and resurrection power should produce real change in a believer’s life, not just words or intentions. Paul warns the Corinthian church against habitual sin, especially sexual immorality, and reminds them that their bodies belong to Christ...

  19. 1 Cor 6,1-11

    The Sunday school lesson on 1 Corinthians 6:1-11 points out that Christians should be resolving disputes through direct reconciliation rather than lawsuits, mirroring Paul's rebuke of Corinthian believers suing each other in secular courts. Paul argues that saints, destined to judge the world and...

  20. 1 Corinthians 5

    Paul rebukes the Corinthian church for tolerating a case of sexual immorality among its members. He urges them to excommunicate the unrepentant man, using the "leaven" metaphor to warn that unchecked sin corrupts the whole community, and emphasizes the need for church purity.

  21. 1 Corinthians 2

    The central lesson of this 1 Corinthians 2 passage is that **true Christian teaching and faith are rooted in God’s power and the Spirit, not human wisdom or persuasive speech**. Paul contrasts the world’s lofty rhetoric and intellectual pride with the simple, cross‑centered proclamation of…

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  22. Deuteronomy 30

    Deuteronomy 30 shows that God both warns Israel of covenant **judgment** and promises future **restoration** and heart-level transformation, ultimately fulfilled in the New Covenant and tied to Israel’s future turning to Christ. *** ## Deuteronomy 30: Covenant, Exile, Restoration - Moses foresees...

  23. Jesus Fulfilled the Law

    The Sunday school lesson traced the biblical theme of covenant and redemption from Deuteronomy through Joshua, Jeremiah, Malachi, Galatians, and Hebrews. Bill Morris explained how Moses commanded Israel to obey God’s law, Joshua faithfully carried it out, and later prophets foretold a new…

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  24. Deuteronomy 26-28

    In this week’s class, we walk through Deuteronomy 26–28 and watch Israel stand at a kind of covenant “I do” moment with God. We look at the offering of firstfruits, where God tells His people how to give thanks for a harvest they have not even seen yet, and talk about how that kind of...

  25. Deuteronomy 22-25

    The class session was a detailed Bible study on **Deuteronomy 22–25**, framed within a broader overview of the book’s structure and purpose. *** The teacher began by reviewing the **three major addresses of Moses** in Deuteronomy: 1. **Chapters 1–4** – a review of Israel’s wilderness journey and...

  26. Deuteronomy 20-21 - Old Rules; Older Times

    The lesson contrasts Old Testament law in Deuteronomy with New Testament revelation in Christ, and wrestles with how ancient laws relate to believers today. Bill emphasizes that God’s character and moral principles remain constant even though covenant arrangements and historical circumstances…

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  27. Deuteronomy 19

    ## Summary This Sunday school lesson on Deuteronomy 19 covers cities of refuge for unintentional killers (manslayers), boundary markers, witness requirements, and the "eye for eye" principle, while affirming God's sovereignty despite practices no longer observed today. ## Cities of Refuge The...

  28. Deuteronomy 17-18 Relating to Prophets, Priests, and Kings

    The lesson traces God’s design for Israel’s communal and spiritual life as Israel transitions into the Promised Land, focusing on justice, leadership, and purity of worship. It discusses the continuity from Deuteronomy 16's feasts—Passover, Weeks, and Booths—which foreshadow Christ’s redemptive...

  29. Deuteronomy 16 - Time to Celebrate!

    - Recap of previous lesson on Deuteronomy 13-15 - Deuteronomy 13: Warning Against Idolatry - Don’t listen to prophets or family who lead to idol worship - Destroy a city if it wholly turns to other gods - Deuteronomy 14: Holiness and Celebration - Avoid self-harm for the dead; you are God’s...

  30. Deuteronomy 13-15

    This Sunday school lesson covering Deuteronomy 13-15 highlights God’s call to unwavering faithfulness, personal holiness, and compassion for others within the Israelite community. Deuteronomy 13: Loyalty to God The chapter strongly warns against idolatry, emphasizing that anyone—including…

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  31. Deuteronomy 11

    This lesson on Deuteronomy 11 emphasizes Moses’ charge to the Israelites to remain obedient and faithful to God’s commandments as they prepare to enter the promised land. It reviews historical moments of discipline, outlines the practical requirement to teach and remember God’s laws, and stresses...

  32. Deuteronomy 10 - What does the Lord Require?

    (First portion of the lesson didn’t get recorded)

  33. Deuteronomy 9 - Moses the Intercessor

    The people are exhorted to remember their stubborn and rebellious past and to understand that God is giving them victory out of grace, not because of their own righteousness.

  34. Deuteronomy 8 | Think & Thank

    Let the past inform you, let the present inspire you, let the future invite you, let thanksgiving impel you, and let the warning ignite you into joyful obedience, humble dependence, and wholehearted devotion to God.

About this show

Lessons from the 4G class at Covenant Baptist Church, Lancaster, SC.

Hosted by

Bill and Art Morris

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How many episodes does 4G Family have?

4G Family has 539 episodes on PodParley. The most recent episode was published on November 1, 2026.

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Lessons from the 4G class at Covenant Baptist Church, Lancaster, SC.

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4G Family publishes weekly, based on its 539 episodes since April 2014.

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4G Family is created and hosted by Bill and Art Morris.
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