Lesson 12

June 15-21, 2019

WHAT HAVE THEY SEEN IN YOUR HOUSE?

MEMORY TEXT:
“But you are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy
nation, His own special people, that you may proclaim the
praises of Him Who called you out of darkness into His
marvellous light” (1Peter 2:9, NKJV).

DIRECTIONS:

In every question:
1. Select the best answer.
2. Explain why your answer is the best.
3. Provide implications, further insights and application for
us today.

Questions:

1. The emissary from Babylon visited King Hezekiah for the

reason that he was interested about the miraculous
healing of the king. But King Hezekiah instead showed to
his visitors all the riches in the palace and we know the
tragic end. What was the mistake of King Hezekiah?
a) He did not glorify God.
b) He lost the spirit of gratitude.
c) He was a lover of display and publicity.
 d) He did not consult the prophet on what to do.
2. Our family is what others see in our house. How shall we
project in our homes the effect of the gospel we are
professing?
a) … by Christian (SDA) conversation and lifestyle.
b) … by regular worship time and playing religious music.
c) … by practicing social values/graces among family
members.
d) … by exposing family members to Christian
books/reading matter.
3. Another situation where others see what is in our house
is when both spouses have different beliefs or faith. How
should a believing spouse (SDA) deal with such a
situation?
a) Bear in mind that the unbelieving spouse is a soul to be
saved in God’s kingdom.
b) Separate from the unbelieving spouse to have peace
while following the Lord.
c) Maintain a conduct that is a reflection of a true
Christian while living together.
d) Continue to be faithful in the matrimonial vow when
there is no infidelity found in the unbelieving spouse.
4. Social influence of our homes is an opening for
witnessing. What could be done to make our home a
better model for Christian witnessing?
a) Homes must prepare and look for opportunities for
witnessing.
b) Children must grow up imitating their parents’
missionary spirit and activities.
 c) Homes must be sociable so that people can see the
demonstration of Christian faith.
d) Couples may invite other couples in their homes so
that they could share Christian family practices that
can be of help.
5. How do we show hospitality in the way we receive
others into our homes?
a) We receive others into our homes by providing them
their immediate needs.
b) We receive others into our homes by making them
comfortable and entertained.
c) We receive others into our homes in the spirit of
cordiality regardless of their social status.
d) We receive others into our homes if we have the things
that we think could impress them.