ABC's Christian Growth

The ABC’s
of
Christian Growth
an A to Z guide
for
Christian Discipleship
THIRD EDITION
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relate to the frustrations of finding it to be either too skimpy, too shallow, too weak, or
just not in line with the fundamental doctrines and convictions of Bible-believing Baptist
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This particular ABC’s Of Christian Growth discipleship program in no way claims to
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advantages:
It Is Workable:
The Program has been tried, and it works! It was first used at the Willetton
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Baptist Church at Oak Harbor, Washington from 1989. Since that time,
numerous churches in the United States of America and around the world
have used this particular publication. It has provided new converts (and
older Christians) with a sound doctrinal basis for rapid Christian growth.
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It can be used in a group Bible study setting, where a suitable leader
can disciple several people on a regular basis. The checking of
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It can be used in a New Members Class, or as a refresher course for
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It can be used with teens, older students in a Christian School, and
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It also offers value to the preacher. The outline style structure will
provide you with many suggestions for sermon outlines and helps.
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TIPS FOR DISCIPLERS
The following is a list of very practical ideas which will help you be more effective when
discipling another individual:
1. Major on being an encourager. As you listen, ask yourself how you could
encourage the disciple (Hebrews 10:24,25).
2. Realize that you are entering into a life-long relationship. Your relationship
together will be foundational to all you hope to accomplish (Proverbs
17:17).
3. Set the pace. You can’t lead someone farther than you have gone yourself.
You can’t build solidly into someone else what is weak or unfamiliar in
your own life (Philippians 4:9).
4. Modeling is the key to reproducing your life. More things are caught than
taught. Be transparent with those you are helping. Share your weaknesses
and struggles as well as your victories (II Timothy 3:10-11).
5. Repeat all things. Repeat all things. Repeat all things. Make no apologies
for going over familiar ground. The basics are basic; keep hitting the basics
(Philippians 3:1).
6. Take him with you as much as possible. Many lasting impressions are
made during discussions in the car or during recreation together (Mark
3:14).
7. Use illustrations. Try to create a picture for the concepts you want to
impart. One picture is worth a thousand words (Mark 4:26,30,31)!
8. Fit your follow-up plans to the person, not the person to the program. Be
flexible. Meet his needs as well as build his life. Don’t spend all your time
“putting out fires.” Think “structured building” of another’s life, but
beware of the “assembly-line mentality” (I Corinthians 3:9,10).
9. Always focus on Christ and relate all you do together to knowing Him or
making Him known. Point to Jesus (Hebrews 12:2).
10. Spend a good amount of time praying together; this will help him catch
your heart. If you meet in a restaurant or other public place, think about
praying in a car afterwards.
11. Keep sharing the vision of disciple-making. Be a disciple; make disciples;
develop disciple-makers. Help him think “spiritual reproduction” (II
Timothy 2:2).
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A PERSONAL WORD OF ENCOURAGEMENT
FROM THE PASTOR
My Dear Friend,
You have made the most important decision of your life! You have received
the most wonderful Person — the Lord Jesus Christ! By trusting Him as your
Saviour you have become a CHRISTIAN in the true, Biblical sense of the word.
I rejoice with you in your salvation, and want you to know that there are many
people praying for you. All who by faith have received the Lord Jesus Christ as
Saviour belong to what the Bible calls the Family of God. (Look up Galatians
3:26 and Ephesians 3:15.) You now have many brothers and sisters in Christ.
The Bible teaches us that becoming a Christian is the beginning of a new life
in Christ. In order to help you be the kind of Christian GOD wants you to be, I
have made available to you these Bible lessons. By personally studying the
Bible, which is the Word of God, backed up by the prayer and encouragement of
other Christians, I know you will be helped and blessed of God.
It is my prayer for you that you will take these lessons and:
q Read them CAREFULLY

q Read them COMPLETELY
q Study them THOROUGHLY
q MEMORIZE the key verses
q KEEP them for future reference
q ASK questions, and always seek BIBLE answers
Much of what you will study in these lessons was used of the LORD to teach
me when I was a new Christian. I know from personal experience that if you will
be willing to believe and practice all that is taught by this material, you will
experience a wonderful life of peace, joy, and contentment whatever the
circumstances.
Pastor
Help From a Big Brother.
The “ABC’s Of Christian Growth” program is a scriptural means of helping new
Christians get on their feet and begin walking with the Lord in the light of His Word.
With your consent, a member of our Church has been assigned the responsibility of
being available to help you as you proceed through these lessons.
Your older brother (or sister) will endeavor to meet with you at an acceptable time on a
regular basis for the purpose of helping you with these lessons, praying with you and for
you, and answering any questions you may have.
As a record for the future, you may wish to fill out the following:
NAME: ________________________________________
MY SALVATION:
I received Jesus Christ as my personal Saviour –
on: ________________________
at: ____________________________________________
MY BAPTISM:
I was Scripturally baptized –
into the: ___________________________ Baptist Church
on: ____________________________
MY PASTOR:
The man that God has placed over me to watch for my soul is:
_______________________________________________
MY OLDER BROTHER / SISTER:

The one who will help me learn to grow spiritually and become
a fruitful and mature Christian is:
______________________________________________
ABC’s of Christian Growth© Page 1

POINTS TO REMEMBER BEFORE YOU BEGIN
STUDYING THESE LESSONS:
1. Find a quiet place away from noise and distractions, so that you may be
able to think and concentrate on the lesson.
2. Pray — before you commence the lesson; ask the LORD to help you
understand His Word.
3. Determine in your heart that you will not allow Satan to hinder you from
completing these lessons. Make it a personal goal to finish the entire
course.
4. Understand that you will grow spiritually as you study this material.
5. When you learn a new truth, immediately put it into practice in your life.
6. Write down any questions you may have to ask your “older brother” or the
pastor.
7. Remember — the Bible has the answer, not always your “older brother!”
If your older brother cannot answer the question immediately, be assured
an answer will be forthcoming.
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Preliminary Study #1
W hat Does Salvation Mean for Me?

Lesson Commenced: _______________ Lesson Checked: _______________
Look up the scripture references and answer the questions by filling in the actual words
from the Bible. (All the references in this lesson are found in the New Testament — use
the index in the front of the Bible if you have difficulty in locating them.)
WHAT I WAS:
A. I was spiritually __ __ __ __ in trespasses and sins — Ephesians 2:1.
B. I was __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ already — John 3:18.
C. I had the __ __ __ __ __ of God abiding on me — John 3:36.
D. I was a __ __ __ __ __ __ __ of sin — Romans 6:17.
E. I was headed for the __ __ __ __ of __ __ __ __ — Revelation 20:15.
F. I was __ __ __ __ , yet sought by Jesus — Luke 19:10.
WHAT GOD PROMISED ME:

A. The gift of __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ — Romans 6:23.
B. The __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ of sins — Colossians 1:14.
C. __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ through His grace — Titus 2:11.
D. To __ __ __ __ __ in my heart — Ephesians 3:17. (See also: John 14:23)
E. The __ __ __ __ of __ __ __ __ __ __ which passeth knowledge — Ephesians

3:19.
F. The __ __ __ of Jesus Christ — John 15:11.
G. The __ __ __ __ __ of God, which passeth all understanding — Philippians 4:7.

WHAT I DID:
A. I __ __ __ __ __ __ upon the Name of the Lord — Romans 10:13.
B. I __ __ __ __ __ __ E D in my heart — Romans 10:9.
C. I __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ Him (Jesus Christ) — John 1:12.
D. I __ __ __ __ __ __ E D of my sins — Acts 17:30.
WHAT GOD DID:

A. __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ me freely — Romans 3:24.
B. __ __ __ __ __ __ me from my sins — Revelation 1:5.
C. Secured my name in the Lamb’s __ __ __ __ of __ __ __ __ — Revelation

21:27.
D. Adopted me as a __ __ __ (child) of __ __ __ — Romans 8:14,15.
E. __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ me in the Beloved — Ephesians 1:6.
F. S __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ me — I Corinthians 6:11.
G. Made me a __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ — II Corinthians 5:17.
Some Words to Explain

Repentance: a change of attitude resulting in a change of action (about sin).
Justification: to be declared “as not guilty” (just-if-I’d never sinned).
Sanctification: to be “set apart” by God and for God.
Grace: undeserved (unmerited) favor.
READING ASSIGNMENT:
Commence reading through the Gospel according to John (the fourth Book of the New
Testament). Read at your own comfortable pace, perhaps up to a chapter a day. Do
not stop until you have completely read this Book.
MEMORIZATION: Try to memorize: John 1:12.

Preliminary Study #2
W hat Does God Expect of Me?

A. Carefully read: John 3:1-8.

According to the Bible, another term for becoming a Christian is to be
B __ __ __ A __ __ __ __ .
(John 3:6 teaches TWO births — a physical birth, and a spiritual birth.)
B. Look up: I Peter 2:2.

As a new Christian, to what does this scripture liken you?
A __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .
C. Look up: II Peter 3:18.

You cannot do much as a spiritual “baby,” but what does God expect you to do?
To __ __ __ __ in grace.
D. Carefully read: I Corinthians 3:1-3.

What does the Lord call a Christian who doesn’t grow spiritually?
C __ __ __ __ __ .
E. Carefully read: Ephesians 4:13-15.

Into what does the Lord want His children to grow? [Use your own words.]
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S ix Steps to Christian Growth
The following acrostic will give you SIX basic steps to begin growing spiritually.
G GO....TO A BIBLE-BELIEVING BAPTIST CHURCH — Hebrews 10:25
R READ .... YOUR BIBLE DAILY — I Peter 2:2; Acts 17:11
O OBEY .... CHRIST and BE BAPTIZED — Matthew 28:19; Acts 2:41
W WITNESS .... TO OTHERS OF CHRIST — Acts 1:8; John 4:28,29
T THANK .... GOD DAILY IN PRAYER — Philippians 4:6; Matthew 7:7
H HONOR ....GOD WITH THE TITHE — Malachi 3:10; I Corinthians 16:2
(All of these steps will be covered in greater detail in the lesson series)

STUDY #1
A Assurance of Salvation
Satan may try to get you to doubt your salvation. He may cause you to wonder if
you really are a Christian, and tell you that because you do not feel any different
than before, nothing really happened.
And then, you might sin. You might slip back into some of your old ways. Satan
is quick to sow the seeds of doubt by telling you that Christians don’t sin.
When doubts come, what will your answer be?
The purpose of this study is to teach you that by accepting the Lord Jesus Christ
as your Saviour, you are saved now and forever — and you can KNOW it for
certain!
WHAT IS MEANT BY “ASSURANCE?”

By “assurance of salvation” we mean the intellectual and spiritual certainty that you
belong to God, that you possess eternal salvation.
A . Look up: II Timothy 1:12.

The “key words” in this verse are K __ __ __ and P__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .
B. Look up: I John 5:13.
1. On the basis of this verse of scripture, would you say God wants you to
have assurance of salvation? ________
2. What word in this verse indicates this? __ __ __ __
WHY DO I NEED ASSURANCE OF SALVATION?

A. Assurance brings us __ __ __ — I John 1:4.
B. Assurance brings us C__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ before God — I John 3:19,21.
C. Assurance brings us C__ __ __ __ __ __ of Heart — Colossians 2:2.
D. Assurance brings us ____________________ — James 1:8. (Use your own words.)

E. Assurance enables us to O__ __ __ __ __ __ __ the World — I John 5:4,5.
F. Assurance enables us to effectively serve the Lord by telling others about Jesus.
Read the following scriptures: John 1:40,41; John 4:28,29 and Acts 16:10.
WHAT IS THE BASIS OF ASSURANCE OF

SALVATION?
Many Christians base their assurance of salvation upon personal FEELINGS.
The problem with this is that feelings change. One day you may feel saved; the next day,
through circumstances, you may not feel saved.
You have something MORE than feelings to go by — the UNCHANGING WORD OF
GOD.
Look up: I John 5:11,12. Write this scripture out in full.
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Circle the following two key words in the above verses: “RECORD” and “HATH”
There are three grounds for your assurance:
A . The PERSON Of God:

According to Titus 1:2, God cannot __ __ __ .
GOD SAID IT — THAT SETTLES IT!!
B. The PROMISES Of God:
1. According to John 5:24, God says I __ __ V E everlasting life, and

I __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ come into condemnation.
2. According to John 6:37, because I came to Jesus Christ, He will in

__ __ __ __ __ __ cast me out.
3. According to Romans 10:13, those who call upon the Name of the Lord
__ __ __ __ __ be saved.
These are just a sampling of the positive statements — put in writing — by the
God Who cannot lie!

C. The PRESENCE Of God:
1. According to Romans 5:5, when we are saved, God gives us His

__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ , Who dwells in our hearts.
2. According to Romans 8:16, the Spirit of God bears __ __ __ __ __ __ __

with our spirit (through the Word of God) that we are in fact God’s
children. See: I John 5:10a.
HOW MAY I KNOW I AM SAVED?

Here is a Bible checklist:
A. I KNOW I am saved because I __ __ __ __ __ __ E D on the Lord Jesus Christ

— Acts 16:31.
B. I KNOW I am saved because I __ __ __ __ the Son — I John 5:12.
C. I KNOW I am saved because I have a love for the __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ — I

John 3:14.
D. I KNOW I am saved because I desire to keep God’s

__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ — I John 2:3.
E. I KNOW I am saved because I desire to turn from the W __ __ __ __ and all its
sin — I John 2:15.
F. I KNOW I am saved because I am __ __ __ __ __ __ __ I N G the world

— I John 5:4.
G. I KNOW I am saved because I have the __ __ __ __ __ __ __ of the Spirit

within through the Word — I John 5:10.
H. I KNOW I am saved because my life is evidencing good __ __ __ __ __ —

Matthew 7:17,18.
I. I KNOW I am saved because I hear the Lord’s __ __ __ __ __ (through the Word

of God) and desire to __ __ __ __ __ __ Him — John 10:27.

WHAT BRINGS ASSURANCE OF SALVATION
INTO MY LIFE?
It is possible you may have doubts from time to time. Just remember that Satan is a
LIAR (John 8:44), and his first recorded words in the Bible were those casting doubt
upon God’s Word (Genesis 3:1).
Here are some ways you can get assurance, or deepen your assurance in what God has
done for you:
A. LEARN THE WORD OF GOD:

Your salvation is based upon what God has said — not upon how you think or
feel. Thus it is important for you to read and study the Bible. Read: II Timothy
3:14,15.
B. THANK GOD FOR HIS GIFT OF SALVATION:

Romans 6:23 says you have received the GIFT of __ __ __ __ __ __ __
__ __ __ __ .
Have you thanked God for this gift yet? Thanksgiving is evidence of faith. Read:
II Corinthians 9:15.
C. MAKE A PUBLIC TESTIMONY BEFORE OTHERS:
1. Have you told someone that you have trusted the Lord Jesus Christ? Look
at I John 4:15 and see the relationship between confessing Christ and
assurance.
2. Read: Matthew 10:32 and Romans 10:9,10.
One way you can publicly confess Christ is to come forward at the “invitation” in
one of our church meetings. The pastor will gladly introduce you to the church
family, who will then pray for you and encourage you.
D. ATTEND CHURCH MEETINGS AS MUCH AS POSSIBLE:

Fellowshipping with your brothers and sisters in Christ will encourage you.
Many of them have experienced the same doubts you may have. Hebrews
10:25 commands this, while Hebrews 10:22 talks about assurance.
E . LIVE A RIGHTEOUS LIFE:

Sometimes a full assurance does not come until we mean business for Him.
According to Isaiah 32:17, the effect of __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __
is quietness and __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ for __ __ __ __ . See: Proverbs 10:9.

Remember, your peace and assurance of salvation is based upon believing God’s
promises and not on your feelings.
WHAT HAPPENS IF I SIN?

A. Look up: I John 1:8 . Is it possible for a Christian to sin? ________
B. Look up: I John 2:1. Does God want a Christian to sin? ________
C. Look up: I John 1:9. If a Christian sins, what is the one thing we are to do about
it? C __ __ __ __ __ __ it to God.
D. Look back at: I John 2:1. When I sin, Who appears before God the Father in
heaven on my behalf? __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ the Righteous.
E. Look up: I John 1:6,7. In your own words, what does a Christian lose if he sins?
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CAN I EVER LOSE MY SALVATION?

A. John 10:28 says we shall __ __ __ __ __ perish.
B. John 10:29 says no man is __ __ __ __ to remove us from God’s hand.
C. John 6:37 says God will in __ __ __ __ __ __ cast out those who come to Christ.
D. John 6:39 says the responsibility of keeping us saved is the Lord’s, not ours, and
that Christ can __ __ __ __ nothing.
E. John 5:24 says the kind of life I now have is __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .
F. Romans 8:38,39 says that nothing can __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ us from the love

of Christ.
G. I Peter 1:5 says we are __ __ __ __ by the __ __ __ __ __ of God.
H. Jude 24 says Christ is able to __ __ __ __ us from __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .
I. Philippians 1:6 says that Christ will continue His good __ __ __ __ in us until the
__ __ __ of Jesus Christ.

J. Ephesians 1:13 says our salvation has been __ __ __ __ __ __ with the Holy
Spirit.
K. Ephesians 2:8 says that our salvation is the __ __ __ __ of God. A gift taken back
by the giver is no gift.
L. Ephesians 2:9 says that we have done nothing to gain salvation. If we have done
nothing to gain it — we can do nothing to lose it!
M. According to Ephesians 2:2,3 and I John 3:10, before we were saved we were in
the control of Satan. Now that we are saved, we have a new relationship with
God.
God is our heavenly __ __ __ __ __ __ — Romans 8:15.
Christians are the __ __ __ __ of God — I John 3:1.
In our earthly family, when a child does wrong his parents do not cast him out of the
family and disown him. They will correct and chasten their son — but he is still their son
and a member of that family.
When a Christian sins, he is not cast out of God’s family, thus losing his salvation.
However, like any loving father, God will __ __ __ __ __ __ __ the erring Christian to
restore him to fellowship — Hebrews 12:6.
“Blessed assurance, Jesus is mine,

O, what a foretaste of glory divine.
Heir of salvation, purchase of God,
Born of His Spirit, washed in His blood.”
READING ASSIGNMENT:
If you have finished reading the Gospel of John, now read through the first
epistle of John (I John). This Book is found toward the end of the New
Testament.
MEMORIZATION:
Try to memorize: I John 5:11,12.

STUDY #2
B The Bible
What is the “authority” in your life? Those who believe something must have a
reason for their beliefs. Just as there are standards in the business world, in
government, and in education — the Christian needs an absolute standard
for his beliefs, his duties — indeed, his whole conduct.
Many people have as their authority their inner CONSCIENCE. “Let your
conscience be your guide!” they say. This sounds good, but according to Titus
1:15, the conscience may be __ __ __ __ __ __ __ ; according to I Timothy
4:2, __ __ __ __ __ __ ; and according to I Corinthians 8:7, __ __ __ __ .
Other people, especially religious folk, have the ‘CHURCH’ or man-made
CREEDS as their authority. Again, such standards are unreliable — because
man is involved. Colossians 2:8 warns against P__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __
and T __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ . (Look up and read: Matthew 15:3,6,9.)
For the Christian, the BIBLE (the Word of God) ALONE,

is the unchanging authority for faith and practice.
This study will teach you what the Bible is, why you can take it as your authority,
and how to use it as a child of God.
WHAT IS THE BIBLE?

A. The Bible is a collection of __ __ books, divided into two major sections known
as the OLD and NEW __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ S. [Use list in the front of your Bible.]
B. Other names given to the Bible are:
1. The __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ — Romans 10:17.

2. The __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ — II Timothy 3:15.
C. The Books of the Bible are not arranged strict chronological order, but also
“topically.” Both the Testaments have their Books arranged in groups, as shown
on the next page.
(All new Christians experience difficulty at first in finding the Books of the Bible,
especially during a preaching service. Don’t be embarrassed to use the table of contents

in the front of your Bible or to accept the assistance of another Christian. The more you
use your Bible, the sooner you will become familiar with the location of its Books.)
LAW Genesis–Deuteronomy
HISTORY Joshua–Esther
OLD TESTAMENT
WISDOM Job–Song Of Solomon
MAJOR Isaiah–Daniel
PROPHECY
MINOR Hosea–Malachi
From the close of the Old Testament (Malachi) to the birth of Jesus Christ
(Matthew), over 400 years transpired. These years are called the “Silent Years.”
GOSPELS Matthew –John
HISTORY Acts
NEW TESTAMENT
PAULINE Romans–Philemon
EPISTLES
(Letters) GENERAL Hebrews–Jude
PROPHECY The Revelation
HOW DID WE RECEIVE THE BIBLE?

The Bible is not just a book, it is THE BOOK — different from any other book that has
or will be written. The Bible is a SUPERNATURAL Book because of the way in which
God gave it to mankind.
A. WRITE OUT: II Peter 1:21.

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This verse of scripture teaches us three vital facts concerning how we got the
Bible:
1. It wasn’t made up by men — “...came not by the will of man...”

2. Men of God wrote the Bible — “...holy men of God spake...”
3. God authored the Bible — “...as they were moved by the Holy Ghost.”
B. GOD USED HUMAN WRITERS TO PEN HIS WORDS:
1. God used about 40 different men from all walks of life to write down the
Bible. This was accomplished over a period of some 1,600 years, with
incredible unity of teaching and fact.
2. Most of the Old Testament was originally written in HEBREW. The New
Testament was originally written in GREEK.
C. GOD AUTHORED THE BIBLE:

A good way to illustrate this miracle is to consider how you would write things
down on paper. First, it is the PEN that actually does the writing — but it only
writes as you move it. Second, the characteristics of the script will depend on the
kind of pen or writing instrument you use. Write your name down on paper
using a fine ball-point pen, a felt marking pen, and a paint brush — in each case
you will read the same words, but they’ll have a different appearance!
1. The Holy Spirit moved the human writers of the Bible in such a way that
they recorded the very words and sense of God, though couched in their
own literary style.
2. The way in which God gave us the Bible is called INSPIRATION.
a. Because the Bible is the INSPIRED Word of God, we can take it
as the authority for all we believe and do.
· BEWARE of men who say,“The Bible BECOMES the Word
of God” when it speaks to you personally. Look up: Matthew
24:35 and I Corinthians 2:13. According to these passages,
God has inspired the very __ __ __ __ __ (not just the ideas &
thoughts).
· BEWARE of men who say, “The Bible CONTAINS the Word
of God,” meaning there are parts of it which are not God’s
Word. Look up: II Timothy 3:16. According to this verse,
how much of the Bible is inspired? __ __ __ .
b. Because the Bible is inspired of God, it is __ __ __ __ from

beginning to end — Psalm 119:160.

DO WE HAVE THE BIBLE TODAY?
The original manuscripts of the Bible have long been lost. Does this mean, however,
that we no longer have the pure Word of God?
A. LOOK UP: Psalm 12:6,7 and Matthew 24:35.

Not only did God give us His Word, but He also promised to
P __ __ __ __ __ __ __ it until the end of the world.
B. HOW HAS GOD PRESERVED HIS WORD?

God has providentially kept His Word from destruction and corruption in two
ways:
1. Down through the centuries, the Lord has raised up men with a love for
His Word to keep it from harm.
· Zealous Jewish patriots, then simple Bible-loving Christians (in
particular, our Baptist forefathers), have kept the scriptures available to
all generations.
· Satan has on numerous occasions attempted to remove the Bible from
the face of the earth. Hellish decrees have seen the Bible banned,
burned, banished, and battered by scornful men.
2. The Hebrew text of the Old Testament has been faithfully preserved by
fastidious Jewish scribes — it is called the Masoretic Text. The Greek
text of the New Testament has been faithfully preserved in what is called
the Textus Receptus, or Received Text.
Over 5,000 ancient manuscripts of the New Testament, along with some 2,000
lectionaries (selected readings) still exist today — the vast majority of them
attesting to the Received Text.
C. DO WE NEED TO UNDERSTAND HEBREW AND GREEK TO KNOW

THE BIBLE?
NO! The preservation of God’s Word extends to our English Bible.
The ONLY English version of the Bible
accurately translated from the Masoretic
Text and the Textus Receptus
is the KING JAMES BIBLE of
1611 A.D., also known as the
AUTHORIZED VERSION.
1. When you hold a copy of the King James Version (KJV), you hold in your
hands the Word of God.

2. BEWARE of all other translations such as the Revised Standard Version
(RSV), the New International Version (NIV), the New American Standard
Version (NASB), Good News Bible, the New English Bible — they are all
based upon a few corrupt manuscripts and contain serious errors.
If you don’t already possess a Bible, your pastor recommends you purchase a
plain Authorized, King James Version, without added notes or comments. Make
sure the type is readable.
Bibles range in price from about $5 to $150 — the difference in cost is mainly
due to the type of cover and quality of the binding.
WHY DO WE NEED THE BIBLE?

A . Look up: I Peter 2:2; Matthew 4:4; I Corinthians 3:2; Hebrews 5:12,13; Psalm
19:10 and Jeremiah 15:16.
According to these scriptures, the Bible is our spiritual F __ __ __ .
B. Look up: Hebrews 4:12 and Ephesians 6:17.

The Bible is our spiritual S __ __ __ __ .
C. Look up: Psalm 119:11. This verse says the Bible keeps us from __ __ __ .
D. Look up: Psalm 119:105. According to this scripture, the Bible is life’s:
________________________________________________ . (Use your own words.)
E. Look up: II Timothy 3:16. The Bible is profitable for:

__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ (what is right),
__ __ __ __ __ __ __ (what is not right),
__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ (how to get it right),
and __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ (how to keep it right).
F. Look up: I Thessalonians 4:18 and Psalm 119:50.

The Word of God is for our __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .

WHAT SHOULD WE DO WITH THE BIBLE?
A. John 5:39 _______________________________ Acts 17:11
B. II Timothy 2:15 _________________________________
C. James 1:22 _________________________________
D. I Corinthians 2:13d C _____________________________
E. II Timothy 4:2 _________________________________
F. Psalm 1:2 ________________________________ Joshua 1:8
G. Colossians 3:16a _________________________________
H. Psalm 119:11 _________________________________
You may wish to write the following statement in your Bible as a wise reminder:
“THIS BOOK WILL KEEP YOU FROM SIN —

OR SIN WILL KEEP YOU FROM THIS BOOK.”
READING ASSIGNMENT:
Read through Psalm 119 (24 verses per day). This is called the “Word of God
Chapter,” and is the longest chapter in the Bible.
MEMORIZATION:
Try to memorize: Psalm 119:9,11.

STUDY #3
C The Church
This study looks at one of the most confusing and misunderstood doctrines of the
Bible. People have all kinds of ideas as to what a church really is. Some people
think it is a building (a cathedral, or some place of worship). Others think of a
church as a denomination (a human organization) and speak of the “Catholic
Church,” the “Presbyterian Church,” the “Baptist Church,” etc. Many Christians
conceive the “Church” as consisting of all born-again believers in the world, a
kind of “invisible, universal” church.
Our task is to put aside these notions and determine what God says a church is in
His Word.
THE CHURCH IS A NEW TESTAMENT

INSTITUTION
A. Look up: Matthew 16:18. This is the FIRST mention of the Church in the Bible.
Who founded (built) this first Church? __________________________________
B. Look up: John 1:42. What is the meaning of Peter’s name? ______________
__________________________________________________________________
Note: Peter’s full name is Simon Peter bar Jona. He is also sometimes
called Simeon.
C. Look up: I Peter 2:3,4,6-8. Who did Peter identify as the “Rock” upon which the
Church would be built? _____________________________________________
Note: The Old Testament is primarily addressed to the nation of Israel.

The New Testament is mainly addressed to churches. DO NOT
CONFUSE THE TWO. The Bible makes the clear distinction
between them in I Corinthians 10:32.
THE CHURCH IS AN ASSEMBLY

The word “church” (or “churches”) is found 114 times in the New Testament, and is
rendered from the Greek word “EKKLESIA.”

This word ‘ekklesia’ has only one meaning — “a company of people called out to a
specific place for a specific purpose.” (It has its roots in the democracies of the ancient
Greek city-states, where the Town Crier would call the citizens to a meeting in order to
conduct the city’s business.)
In Matthew 16:18, the Lord Jesus did not change the meaning of ekklesia, but He
distinguished it from other assemblies of the day with the personal pronoun “MY.”
Thus a New Testament church is the “Lord’s Assembly.”
THERE ARE FOUR IMPORTANT FACTS CONCERNING AN

“ASSEMBLY:”
A. An Assembly Must Be LOCAL:
1. People cannot “come together” and yet be all over the world! For
example, an automobile is an “assembly” of many and various parts:
How absurd to think of it as being everywhere — a “universal car”!!!
2. In all but about 15 instances, where it is used in a “generic” or
“institutional” sense (that is, any church in general, no church in
particular), the word “church” or “churches” is always used in
connection with definite, geographic localities.
3. Look up the following Bible references and write down the actual cities or
regions where some real churches were located:
Romans 16:1; I Corinthians 1:2; I Corinthians 16:1,19; II Corinthians
8:1; Colossians 4:16; I Thessalonians 1:1; I Peter 5:13; Revelation
2:1,8,12,18; Revelation 3:1,7.
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
4. For these reasons, the Bible knows nothing of a universal (catholic),

world-wide “church.” The New Testament mentions many churches, all of
which were meeting in different localities.
B. An Assembly Must Be VISIBLE:
1. People cannot “come together” and not be seen! Many like to talk about
the “invisible church” (which allows them to move around in Christian
circles) — but all the churches mentioned in the New Testament were
“see-able.”
2. Look up: Philippians 1:27 and I Thessalonians 2:17 and 3:6. The Apostle
Paul, writing to the churches at Philippi and Thessalonica, desired to come
and __ __ __ these assemblies.

C. An Assembly Must Be ORGANIZED:
1. An assembly is not a rabble (disorderly mob). The word “assembly”

implies organization.
a. Look up: Colossians 1:18. A Baptist church is figuratively likened
to a __ __ __ __ .
The human body is an “assembly” of many parts; but does a
random pile of skin, flesh, organs, bones, etc., constitute a body?
Of course not! They must be put together according to a plan.
(See: Psalm 139:14.)
b. Look up: I Timothy 3:15. Here, a New Testament church is
figuratively likened to a __ __ __ __ __ .
The house you live in is also an “assembly,” but does a dumped
pile of bricks, timber, plaster, nails, etc., constitute a house? Of
course not! These items must be put together according to a plan
or blueprint. Study: I Corinthians 3:9-11,16, where the church at
Corinth was likened to a temple.
2. A New Testament Baptist Church is to be organized — the blueprint is
found in the New Testament.
D. An Assembly Must Be CONSTITUTED:
1. By this we mean that it must be made out of the right components. How
absurd to assemble a motor vehicle out of milk, leaves, and uranium!!
How foolish to build a house out of paper, bandages, and meat!!
2. So too, a New Testament Church is not to be made up of just anything —
or anyone! God specifies the components in the New Testament.
3. Write out: Acts 2:41.
_________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________
(Circle the following words: RECEIVED, BAPTIZED, ADDED.)
This verse gives God’s qualifications (and order) for church

membership:
a. Gladly [voluntarily] R __ __ __ __ __ __ __ the Word (salvation).
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b. Were B __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .
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c. Were A __ __ __ __ to the church. (See also: Acts 2:47; 5:14.)

4. This is the only scriptural way by which people become members of a
Baptist church — salvation first, then baptism.
DEFINITION
A New Testament Baptist Church is
an organized assembly of
baptized believers.
THE CHURCH HAS A “HEAD”

Man-made religious organizations have their heads — presidents, popes, moderators,
superintendents, etc. Each New Testament Baptist church also has a Head — but One
Who is vastly different from any of the above.
Look up: Colossians 1:18 and Ephesians 5:23,24.
A. Who is the Head of each New Testament Baptist church? ___________________
B. Each church is to be S __ __ __ __ __ __ to its Head.
C. Look up: Galatians 3:1 and 5:7. In what way is a church subject to its Head?
________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________
Note: Jesus Christ is not a “figure-head.” Any “church” which is not

subject to Him and His laws is out of control.
No church has the right to make laws — it may only obey the laws already given
by the Head through His Word.
A church without a living Head is dead!!
THE CHURCH HAS OFFICERS

A. LOOK UP: Philippians 1:1. What are the two offices in a church?
__ __ __ __ __ __ __ and __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .
Note: The terms “bishop,” “elder,” and “pastor” are used

interchangeably in the New Testament. We prefer to use the title
pastor (which means “shepherd”) because the others have been
given unBiblical ecclesiastical connotations over time.

B. LOOK UP: I Timothy 3 :1-13 and Titus 1:6-9. These references list the
qualifications required for these two offices.
How many different qualifications do you count? __________
C. MY PASTOR(S):
1. Look up: I Peter 2:25 and 5:4. Who is the Chief Pastor (Shepherd) of my
Church? ____________________________________________________
2. Look up: I Peter 5:2 and Acts 20:28. What does the Bible call a church in
relation to its pastors? The F __ __ __ __ .
3. According to I Peter 5:2, what is the chief duty of a pastor?

__________________________________________________________
4. According to Ephesians 4:12-14, why has the Lord given my Church a
pastor or pastors?
_________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________
5. According to Acts 20:17,28-31, how will my pastor(s) protect me?

_________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________
6. According to Hebrews 13:7, I am to R __ __ __ __ __ __ __ my pastors

and F __ __ __ __ __ them.
7. According to Hebrews 13:17, I am to O__ __ __ my pastors and

S __ __ __ __ __ to their leadership and oversight of the church.
8. According to I Thessalonians 5:12,13, I am to E __ __ __ __ __ those over

me in the Lord very __ __ __ __ __ __ because of their work’s sake.
Faithful ministers are to be held in high reputation — Philippians 2:29.
How Should I Address My Pastor?

Many feel unsure as to what they should call their Pastor(s) in conversation.
There is no God-given title for a pastor, but it is not right to refer to him as
“Reverend” or “Father” — see: Psalm 111:9; Matthew 23:9.
On the other hand, just as we train children not to call their parents by first names
out of respect for their position and authority, and thus with their teachers and
others in authority, etc., it is right to show similar respect to the men God puts
over you in your Church. The Bible says we should not despise dignities — Jude
8; II Peter 2:10.

My Pastor prefers to be addressed as:
_______________________________________________________
You And Your Pastor(s).

Give your pastor(s) your confidence, love, encouragement, and constant
prayers. Be his co-worker. Go to him with your difficulties and struggles; call him
when in need. He is best able to help you with counsel from the Word of God.
Never make him your idol (keep your eyes on the Lord), but neither harshly
criticize your pastor or be a party to scheming against him or his leadership.
Read: I Thessalonians 5:12,13 and I Timothy 5:17-19.
Love and appreciate the wife of your pastor also. She holds no office in the
Church and has no authority — yet she is so important to her husband’s ministry.
His children are, too — I Timothy 3:4,5; Titus 1:6!
THE CHURCH MAKES DECISIONS

A true New Testament Baptist Church never makes laws — it simply follows its Lord’s
commands as set forth in His Word. In a practical sense, however, a church often needs
to make decisions in keeping with this principle. Unlike the hierarchical systems of many
religious bodies, Bible-believing Baptist churches practice what is known as a
congregational form of church government, where the congregation under pastoral
leadership decides how to implement God’s will.
A . Look up: Acts 6:1-5. Who chose the seven deacons? ______________________
B. Look up: Acts 1:15-26. What preceded the vote of the whole church in electing a
successor to Judas? P __ __ __ __ __ .
C. According to Matthew 18:17, what is the highest decision-making body in

spiritual affairs? The C __ __ __ __ __ .
D. According to Matthew 18:18, the decisions of a church congregation are ratified

in H__ __ __ __ __ (i.e., by Christ Himself!).

THE CHURCH IS AN INDEPENDENT
INSTITUTION
A. EACH NEW TESTAMENT BAPTIST CHURCH IS INDEPENDENT:
In Acts 15, men from the church at Antioch came to the church at Jerusalem to
address a matter of extreme doctrinal importance. After they determined the
teaching of God’s Word on the matter (verses 15-18), the issue was resolved.
Even then, the church at Jerusalem HAD NO AUTHORITY over the church at
Antioch. Their sentence was that “...we trouble not them...;” and they simply
wrote a letter making a request for deference. See: verse 19.
This is a far cry from the hierarchical religious systems devised by man — where
the various congregations within a denomination are controlled and dictated to
by “higher authorities.”
B. CHURCHES ARE TO BE SEPARATE FROM GOVERNMENTS:
1. The Word of God teaches a complete division between spiritual and

secular authority. See: Matthew 22:21b.
a. Christians are to be law-abiding citizens — Romans 13:1-7.
b. Christians may disobey a civil law only in the case where they are
compelled to disobey God’s law — Acts 5:29.
2. Governments should not involve themselves with the establishment or
support of any particular religious group, yet must offer security and
protection to all as it would for the its citizens in general.
C. CHURCHES MAY COÖPERATE WITH OTHER CHURCHES:

Independence does not mean isolationism. Baptist churches may scripturally
work together in certain areas with other Baptist churches of like faith and order
— provided such coöperation is voluntary, and does not violate the sovereignty,
independence, and autonomy of each church.
1. New Testament churches worked together to help each other and support
evangelism. See: I Corinthians 16:1-3; Acts 11:22-26; II Corinthians 8:19.
2. New Testament churches worked together to provide social relief — Acts
11:27-30; Romans 15:25,26. Such financial assistance was a gift, not a
loan.
3. New Testament churches were obviously involved in regional fellowship.
Galatians 1:2 — Churches [plural] of __ __ __ __ __ __ __
I Corinthians 16:19 — Churches [plural] of __ __ __ __
Galatians 1:22 — Churches [plural] of __ __ __ __ __ __

See also: Colossians 4:16, where two churches were to share the scriptures and
other apostolic writings.
THE CHURCH IS A COMMISSIONED

ORGANIZATION
A. The Lord Jesus Christ established His churches to continue His work here on
Earth. This is not a social ministry, but a spiritual one. Just before the Lord
returned to Heaven, He left His Church with what is known as the “Great
Commission.”
B. Look up: Matthew 28:19,20. List below the verbs (actions) in these verses:
1. __ __ ye.
2. __ __ __ __ __ all nations.
3. __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ them.
4. __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ them to observe.
C. This Great Commission is repeated in each of the Gospels and in the Book of
Acts. Read them and see exactly what the mission of a Baptist church is — Mark
16:15; Luke 24:47; John 20:21; Acts 1:8. See also: I Corinthians 15:58;
Revelation 22:17.
THE CHURCH HAS ORDINANCES

There are TWO ordinances each New Testament Baptist Church is to keep (“guard” and
observe) — I Corinthians 11:2.
A. BAPTISM — this will be taught in Study #9.
B. The LORD’S SUPPER — this will be taught in Study #12.
THE CHURCH IS TO BE FINANCED

Christ has given His churches a plan to finance the work of the Lord.
TITHING & STEWARDSHIP will be taught in Study #20.

THE CHURCH AND ME
Having learned these many things about the New Testament Church, how should they
be applied?
Listed below are some practical suggestions for you to receive great personal and family
blessings from your church:
A. JOIN IT:
1. It is God’s will for every born-again believer to be a member of a sound,

Bible-believing, New Testament Baptist church.
2. Look up: Acts 2:47 — “The L __ __ __ added to the __ __ __ __ __ __
D __ __ __ __ such as should be saved.”
3. Look up: I Corinthians 12:18 — God has __ __ __ the __ __ __ __ __ __ __

in the __ __ __ __ .
B. LOVE IT:
A Christian ought to love the things his Lord loves. Look up: Ephesians 5:25.
“Christ __ __ __ __ __ the __ __ __ __ __ __ and __ __ __ __ Himself for it.”
C. SUPPORT IT:
1. Your church is the place where you will grow, find comfort and fellowship,
and serve the Lord. Write out: Hebrews 10:25.
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_________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________
2. Plan now to attend as many of the services and meetings of your church as
you can. Decide in your heart never to miss a service unless providentially
hindered.
D. VALUE IT:
Look up: Acts 2:42.
What did those who were added to the church (verse 41) continue in?
1. The apostle’s __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ — Ephesians 4:11-15; I Timothy

4:6,7; II Peter 3:2; Jude 17.
2. __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ — I John 1:3.

3. Breaking of __ __ __ __ __ — eating, verse 46; Jude 12a.
Note: This is not the partaking of the Lord’s Supper for three reasons:
one, there is no mention of the “cup;” two, it was a progressive
meal rather than a single memorial supper; and three, the Lord’s
Supper is distinguished from eating at homes (I Corinthians
11:20-22).
4. __ __ __ __ __ __ S — Acts 4:23-31; 12:12.
READING ASSIGNMENT:
Read through: I Timothy Chapter 3.
MEMORIZATION:
Try to commit to memory: Hebrews 10:25.

STUDY #4
D Daily Walk
Bible Christianity is not a CREED (a set of beliefs), but a PERSON — the Lord
Jesus Christ. When we receive the Lord Jesus as our Saviour, we receive Him as
a real Person into our heart and life — and although there are many THINGS to
learn about the Lord and the Christian life, we must never forget there is a
personal relationship to be enjoyed and maintained.
Personal relationships are maintained by communication. Every Christian
needs a “daily walk” with his or her Lord to enjoy all that God has in store.
This is the battleground where victory or defeat in your Christian life will be
decided!!
THE VITAL REQUIREMENTS OF A GOOD DAILY

WALK
A. Check back to “Preliminary Study #2.” God’s will for you as a young Christian
is to __ __ __ __ into spiritual maturity.
B. There are a number of essential requirements for physical growth, and there are
some essential requirements for spiritual growth. This study will deal with TWO
of the most vital things you will need for a daily walk with the Lord.
BIBLE STUDY
(God talks to me)
ME GOD
PRAYER
(I talk to God)

WHEN SHOULD I WALK WITH GOD?
A. In actual fact, our walk with the Lord needs to be constant.
1. Look up: Joshua 1:8.

Joshua’s command was that God’s Word would not __ __ __ __ __ __
from the mouth of God’s people day and __ __ __ __ __ .
See also: Deuteronomy 6:6-9.
2. Look up: I Thessalonians 5:17.

Here, we are bid to pray without __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .
B. Nevertheless, in our busy schedules of daily life, it is necessary for a Christian to

set aside a DEFINITE TIME EACH DAY for a devotional walk with the Lord.
1. Look up: Daniel 6:10. How many times did Daniel pray each day?
_________
2. Look up: Acts 17:11. How often did the Berean Christians read the Word
of God? ____________________________________________________
3. There is no prescribed time for your daily devotions — the important thing
is that you set a time aside.
It may be early in the morning...

It may be after the family has left home for the day...
It may be during an undisturbed lunch break...
It may be when the family has gone to bed...
YOU SET THE TIME — THEN STICK TO IT!
Having considered my family, my duties, and my usual

activities in the light of God’s clear command, I now
promise the Lord that I will set aside the following time
each day for the purpose of Bible study and prayer:
____________________________________________
Signed: ______________________ Date : ______

HOW SHOULD I WALK WITH GOD?
Now that you have set aside a definite time for devotions, remember that good habits
are usually hard to form. Ask the Lord to help you keep this one vital appointment. If
you fail, don’t quit — there’s always the next day to re-start.
A. Divide Your Time Roughly Into Thirds.
2 — for Bible reading

2 — for thinking about what God has said (meditation)
2 — for prayer
This time, 20 minutes at least, must be deliberately reserved, conscientiously
kept, and valiantly defended against the attacks of the Devil.
B. Make Habakkuk 2:1 Your Motto! Write out this verse below.
__________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
SOME BASIC RULES FOR BIBLE STUDY

A. Begin With A Short Prayer, Asking The Lord To Teach You.
Look up and write out Psalm 119:18. This is a model prayer for you.
_________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
B. Remember God Means What He Says And Says What He Means.

Take every word in its primary, literal meaning — unless the context clearly
indicates otherwise.
“When the plain sense makes common sense, seek no other sense,
or it all becomes nonsense.”
C. Keep In Mind — while all of the Bible was written for you, it was not all written
to you, nor was it all written about you.
To help you understand a passage apply the GOLDEN KEY. Always ask these
four questions:
q WHO IS SPEAKING?
q TO WHOM IS HE SPEAKING?
q ABOUT WHAT IS HE SPEAKING?
q WHEN WAS HE SPEAKING?

D. Have A Definite Bible Reading Schedule. If you don’t, your Bible reading
will become hit and miss — and so will your Christian life.
E. Keep A Notebook To Write Down Truths, Insights, And Questions.
F. Mark Your Bible. Underline key verses. Write down other references in the
margins. (If you do not wish to do this in your best Bible, purchase a cheaper one
for study purposes.)
Note: Not all pens are suitable. Some have a tendency to bleed or
smudge. Very fine point drafting pens with pigmented ink are
best.
G. Treat The Bible As A Personal Letter From God. Read it ardently and
expectantly, as a lover reads a love letter — Jeremiah 31:3.
H. Scripture Always Interprets Scripture. Always interpret an obscure passage

in the light of a clear passage — II Peter 1:20.
I. You MUST Resolve To Obey The Word Of God As You Read It And
Study It — John 15:14.
J. When You Cannot Understand A Scripture — remember you have a pastor

who cares for you, and who delights in teaching the Word of God. Call him, listen
to him, and then go back and check the scriptures to see if what he says is so.
SOME BASIC TEACHING ON PRAYER

In your daily quiet time with the Lord, you will want to pray. A full lesson on prayer will
be presented in Study #16.
A. What Is Prayer?
1. Look up: Matthew 6:5-7. In your own words, tell what prayer is not.
Prayer is not _____________________________________________ .
2. Look up: Matthew 7:7a. The word “pray” simply means “to __ __ __ . ”
Prayer is asking — it is the cry of a Christian unto God, the request of a
child to his or her Father.
B. To Whom Do We Pray?
Look up: John 15:16f; John 16:23c and Luke 11:2. To Whom should we address
our prayers? ______________________________________________________

Note: Nowhere does the Bible instruct us to repeat Luke 11:2-4. It is
actually not the Lord’s prayer. (He never prayed it!) It is a
“model” prayer.
Here’s a handy way to remember the key elements of prayer:

A Adoration — praising & worshiping God — Psalm 107:8.
C Confession — searching one’s heart and life — Psalm 51:10; 66:18.
T Thanksgiving — thanking God for all His blessings — Hebrews 13:15.
S Supplication — making requests known to God — Ephesians 6:18.
C. In Whose Name Do We Pray?

Look up: John 14:14 and John 16:24. We pray in the Name of __________ .
D. What Things May We Ask For?

Matthew 6:11 _____________________________________________
James 1:5 _____________________________________________
II Thessalonians 3:1 _____________________________________________
Acts 4:29 _____________________________________________
Psalm 34:4 _____________________________________________
Psalm 119:18 _____________________________________________
Psalm 119:133 _____________________________________________
There are many other things we can pray for; the above are just some examples.
As a general rule:
Begin your prayer by thanking God for blessings.
In the middle, pray for others and their needs.
At the end, pray for yourself and your needs.
J– Jesus first O– Others next Y– Yourself last
E. Keep An On-Going Prayer List:
1. Keep a prayer list with your Bible. On it, write down any definite requests
you have — special family needs, church needs, and the special requests
other Christians may share with you.
2. Don’t forget to write down the answers as they come.

READING ASSIGNMENT:
Read: Matthew Chapter 6.
MEMORIZATION:
Review all the memory verses to date :
John 1:12
I John 5:11,12
Psalm 119:9,11
Hebrews 10:25

STUDY #5
E The Enemy (Satan)

Some people do not believe in the existence of a personal Devil, calling “him” a
medieval invention designed to scare people into the ‘Church.’
Others imagine the Devil to be dressed in a red suit complete with horns, cloven
feet, and a long dragon’s tail — standing in Hell, tormenting folk with his
pitchfork.
Both these views of Satan are false!!
The Devil is NO JOKE! He’s real, and he is a danger. In this lesson we shall learn
what the BIBLE teaches concerning Satan.
DOES SATAN EXIST?

A. Seven Old Testament Books and 19 New Testament Books refer to the existence
of Satan.
B. Look up and read: Matthew 4:1-11. Satan was very real in the life of the Lord
Jesus Christ.
1. List the three names or titles used of Satan in this passage:

__ __ __ __ __ , __ __ __ __ __ __ __ , __ __ __ __ __ .
2. How many times did Satan tempt the Lord? ______________________
3. How did the Lord Jesus answer the Devil? “It is __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .”

(i.e. He used the Bible.)
THE ORIGIN OF SATAN

Look up and read: Ezekiel 28:11-19. Primarily, this is a prophecy against the king of
Tyre (probably Ethbaal II). The first 10 verses in the chapter were historically fulfilled by
Nebuchadnezzar’s invasion and 13-year siege of Tyre (598-585 B.C.).
Yet in this prophecy, we see another personage: the one working behind the scenes,
influencing the wicked king of Tyre — SATAN. (This is known as a“double prophecy”—
it has a near and far fulfillment.)

A . Is Satan an eternal or a created being? __________________________________
Upon what verses would you base your answer? _______________________
B. What was Satan originally? The A __ __ __ __ __ __ __ C __ __ __ __ __ — see:

verse 14.
C. According to verse 15, what change took place that dramatically altered Satan’s
original status? ____________________________________________________
THE SIN OF SATAN

A. Look up and read: Isaiah 14:12-17. According to Ezekiel 28:17, this
indescribably beautiful, intelligent, powerful, celestial being sinned through
PRIDE. The account is enlarged upon in Isaiah 14.
B. Underscore the five “I will’s”of Isaiah 14:13,14 in your Bible.
1. What was Satan’s original name? ________________________________

2. What was Satan’s last “I will?” _________________________________
3. According to verse 15, where is Satan’s final destiny? ________________
WHERE IS SATAN NOW?

A. According to Ephesians 2:2, Satan is the “prince of the power of the __ __ __ .”
B. According to Revelation 12:10, Satan can appear before __ __ __ to accuse

believers.
C. According to I Peter 5:8 and Job 1:7, Satan is also walking the __ __ __ __ __ .
From these Scriptures, we learn that Satan is alive and active in many areas. Read:
Matthew 25:41 and Revelation 20:10, where we learn that Satan will eventually end up
in the Lake of Fire! But he is not there yet! (By the way, when he is cast into Hell, he will
not be the “king of hell” — he’ll be tormented forever!)

SATAN’S WORKINGS AMONG THE UNSAVED
A. Look up: Matthew 13:38; John 8:44; Acts 13:10 and I John 3:10. According to
these scriptures, what does God call those who are lost?
_________________________________________________________________
B. Look up: II Corinthians 4:4. What is Satan’s major work among the lost?
_________________________________________________________________
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SATAN’S WORKINGS AMONG REAL

CHRISTIANS
Look up: I John 4:4b.
Who is the One “that is in you?” ____________________________________
Who is the one “that is in the world?” ________________________________
Who is the greatest? _______________________________________________
It is essential for you to know this fact because Satan is a powerful being. The Bible
teaches that he works with a whole kingdom of darkness, made up of angels that sinned
with him at the beginning. The Bible refers to these as “devils” (demons) and evil spirits.
See: Jude 6; Matthew 12:26; Ephesians 6:12.
A. Satan can still __ __ __ __ __ me — I Thessalonians 3:5.
B. Satan does A __ __ __ __ __ me — Revelation 12:9,10.

(When he does, my Advocate is __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ the Righteous
— I John 2:1.)
C. Satan will try to H __ __ __ __ __ me in my service for the Lord — I Thessalonians

2:18.
D. He will attempt to get Baptists to depart from the __ __ __ __ __ — I Timothy 4:1.
E. Sometimes, God will permit Satan to afflict Christians physically — but always for
His glorious purpose. See: Job 1:12; 2:4-7 and II Corinthians 12:7-10.

HOW DO I DEAL WITH THE DEVIL?
If we left this lesson here, many Christians would become very discouraged. Praise
God, He has made provision for us to overcome Satan and his works!
(More on this subject will be covered in Study #22 — Victory.)
STEP 1: Remember Satan Is A Defeated Foe.

Look up: Hebrews 2:14 and John 16:11. When Jesus died on the cross,
He broke the power of the Devil. Satan is on “borrowed time.”
Someone said: “When the Devil reminds you of your past — remind him
of his future!”
STEP 2: Remember — You Are On The Winning Side.

Write out: I John 4:4. Modify this verse by using your name in place of the
personal pronouns “ye” and “you.”
_________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________
STEP 3: Remember To Put On The Whole Armor Of God.

Look up: Ephesians 6:10-18. This is a spiritual armor designed by God
just for you. If you wear it, Satan cannot hurt you.
List the parts of this “suit of armor:”
a. Undergarment = ____________________________________
b. Breastplate = ____________________________________
c. Shoes = ____________________________________
d. Shield = ____________________________________
e. Helmet = ____________________________________
f. Sword of Spirit = ____________________________________
STEP 4: Remember — Don’t Give The Devil An Inch.

Look up: Ephesians 4:27.
Here we are instructed to give __ __ __ __ __ __ __ to the Devil.

STEP 5: Remember To Be Always On The Alert.
Look up and read: II Corinthians 2:11, then write out: I Peter 5:8.
_________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________
STEP 6: Remember — Never Retreat, Always RESIST.

Look up: James 4:7. What happens when you stand up to the Devil?
_________________________________________________________
Look up: I Peter 5:9. We are to resist the Devil steadfastly __ __ __ __ __
__ __ __ __ __ .
Look up: Matthew 4:4,7,10. What weapon did the Lord Jesus use to resist
the Devil?
_________________________________________________________
Look up: Matthew 16:23. What might we say to Satan as we quote
scripture to him?
“GET THEE __ __ __ __ __ __ ME , __ __ __ __ __ .”
A FINAL WARNING AS TO THE CHARACTER

AND WORKS OF SATAN
Don’t be fooled into thinking the Devil always appears in the form of ugliness,
hideousness, vileness, and overt wickedness.
Yes, he is the instigator of sin, the destroyer of lives, the wrecker of homes, the great
deceiver, the liar, the Wicked One — but most times he comes across as “nice,”
“harmless,” and even “benevolent.”
Notice Satan’s ambition in Isaiah 14:14 — “I will be LIKE the Most High.” This teaches
us that Satan imitates God. Everything good that God is and has done, the Devil
imitates with a counterfeit “look-a-like.”
Satan has:
A. Another J __ __ __ __ — II Corinthians 11:4. See: I John 2:18; Matthew 24:5.
B. Another S __ __ __ __ __ — II Corinthians 11:4. See: I John 4:1-3.
C. Another G __ __ __ __ __ — II Corinthians 11:4. See: Galatians 1:9.
D. Other M __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ — II Corinthians 11:13-15.

E. Another W __ __ __ of __ __ __ (Bible) — II Corinthians 2:17.
In addition to these, Satan has a counterfeit ministry — very similar to the Gospel
ministry.
See: Matthew 13:24-30,36-43. Here:
· True Gospel preaching results in W__ __ __ __ .
· Satan sows T__ __ __ __ (a wheat “look-alike”).
Satan can work miracles, too.

See: Acts 8:9-11 and Revelation 13:13. (Revelation 13 refers to the yet-future
period known as “Daniel’s 70TH Week,” when Satan will rule the world through
the person known as the Antichrist.) See further: II Thessalonians 2:9. Just
because someone claims to do apparent religious miracles, don’t immediately
conclude he is from God.
Satan also has a counterfeit “church.”

In II Corinthians 11:2, God likens the church at Corinth to a “chaste virgin,” and
in Ephesians 5:25-27 each true New Testament (Baptist) church is called the
“Bride of Christ.”
But in Revelation 17 we read of another religious organization that God calls the
“great whore” (verse 1) and the “mother of harlots” (verse 5). A study of this
chapter shows this ‘church’ to be made up of the mass of apostate Christendom,
full of man-made systems, unsaved people, great wealth, etc.
HOW CAN WE PICK THE DIFFERENCE????
Answer: Isaiah 8:20.
READING ASSIGNMENT:
Read through: Genesis Chapter 3.
MEMORIZATION:
Try to commit to memory: I Peter 5:8.

STUDY # 6
F Family (The Christian Home)
The Bible teaches that God has established two institutions — the HOME and
the CHURCH. Nothing should be more important to a Christian than these
two places, for they are sacred.
Contrary to what many think, the Home and the Church are
COMPLEMENTARY. The greatest home is one built around a church — and
the greatest church is one made up of families who attend faithfully and serve the
Lord together.
It is little wonder, then, that Satan’s arena of diabolic activity is in our homes and
in the churches. This is truly an age when many homes and marriages are “on
the rocks” — instead of being on THE Rock (Matthew 7:24-27), and when many
Baptist churches are departing from the Word of God.
The Bible is a very practical Book and has much to say about the Home. God has
a definite blueprint for your family, your home. Space will not permit an
exhaustive study, so this lesson will be concerned with establishing some godly
principles for you to follow.
THE FIRST HOME

Open your Bible to Genesis 2:15-25, and read this passage carefully.
A. What did God say was not good for man?

________________________________________________________________
B. How was the first woman made?

________________________________________________________________
C. In this passage, God says the woman is to be an H__ __ __ M__ __ __ for the
man. (This means that the woman compliments and completes the man.)
D. In marriage, what is a man to leave? _________________________________
E. In marriage, what do the couple become? ______________________________

F. According to Genesis 3:16, in marriage, where is the woman’s desire?
_________________________________________________________________
G. Look up: Matthew 19:4-6. What did the Lord Jesus Christ say concerning the
permanency of the marriage relationship? _____________________________
________________________________________________________________
H. Look up: Romans 7:1-3. According to God’s plan for marriage, the bond of
marriage was to be broken only by ____________________________________.
I. Look up: Hebrews 13:4a. What two things does God say are honorable?
1. M __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .
2. The bed U__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ (i.e. premarital chastity).
THE HUSBAND’S DUTY TO HIS WIFE

A. Genesis 2:24 — to __ __ __ __ __ __ unto his wife.
B. Ephesians 5:25 — to __ __ __ __ his wife.
C. A husband’s love for his wife is to be the same as:
1. __ __ __ __ __ __’s for the __ __ __ __ __ __ — Ephesians 5:25.

2. For their own __ __ __ __ __ __ — Ephesians 5:28.
D. To P __ __ __ __ __ __ for his wife — I Timothy 5:8.
E. I Peter 3:7 — to give H __ __ __ __ __ to his wife.
F. I Corinthians 7:3 — to render due B__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ to his wife.

(Do not use her as an object of personal pleasure.)
G. I Corinthians 7:5 — to D__ __ __ __ __ __ not [withhold from] his wife.

(This is referring to the physical intimacy of marriage.)
H. Ephesians 5:23 — the husband is to be the __ __ __ __ of the wife and the home.
(This has nothing to do with being a “dictator,” but means he is to be in the place of leadership.)

THE WIFE’S DUTY TO HER HUSBAND
A. Ephesians 5:22 — to __ __ __ __ __ __ to her husband in his exercise of
leadership in the home.
B. Ephesians 5:33 — to __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ her husband.

(Never criticize your husband in the presence of others.)
C. I Timothy 5:14 — to G __ __ __ __ the household.
Note: The Bible does not teach it is absolutely wrong for a woman to get
a paying job, especially in a time of need, but her first priority is
to be a homemaker. When a job causes a wife and/or mother to
neglect her husband or to give second best to her children — she
ought to quit her job and trust the Lord! God never intended for
children to be left in the care of others while their mother worked.
D. If your husband is not a Christian, follow the teaching of I Peter 3:1. The word
“conversation” means a “godly manner of life.”
Note: Never set out to disobey your unsaved husband, even if it means
having to miss coming to a church meeting. Pray hard, and let
God deal with him! Never push the Bible down his throat.
Instead, seek to be a “living Gospel” to him by following the
scriptural pattern above. Earnestly pray for your husband and
love him. Ask the Lord to open opportunities for you to witness to
him or invite him to the church meetings.
E. I Corinthians 7:4,5 — to D __ __ __ __ __ __ not her husband.
Note: The physical union of marriage is intended for the intimate

pleasure of both husband and wife. Never use this part of your
marriage as a “bargaining chip” with your husband. A man and
his wife must work together in this area to achieve true intimacy,
understanding, and harmony.
PARENTS’ DUTY TO THEIR CHILDREN

A. Look Up: Psalm 127:3. Children are the Lord’s H __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .
B. Look Up: Proverbs 22:6. Parents(not school, not TV) are responsible to
__ __ __ __ __ up their children.

F According to Ephesians 6:4b, fathers are responsible to bring their
children up in the __ __ __ __ __ __ __ and __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ of
the Lord. (The word “nurture” means “discipline.”)
· Children require discipline and should be taught obedience in the home.

This will take real character on the part of the parents.
1. Children should be taught to OBEY without question and, when
necessary, without waiting for an explanation.
2. Obedience must be instant and without argument.
3. For character building, parents should allow no exceptions to this rule.
· Children should be taught to work. Within their first year they can be
taught to pick up clothes and toys.
· Children should be taught regular habits for happiness and usefulness.

1. They should go to bed at regular times without complaint.
2. They should have good habits of personal hygiene.
3. They should be trained to be orderly and neat. Parents have to set the
example!!
4. Any television watching should be very carefully controlled and limited.
Children should never be permitted to watch television apart from
parental presence! If you have a TV, you must have a policy of
zero-tolerance for filth, profanity, violence, false doctrine, etc. The same
applies to the internet and electronic toys.
· Children need to be taught the art of living peaceably with others at

home.
1. No fighting should be allowed.
2. They should respect the possessions of other family members (including
their parents) and not take what is not their own.
3. They should be taught to share their property.
4. They should be taught to forgive and to genuinely ask for forgiveness.
· Children should be taught the right use of money.

1. When old enough to do chores, they should earn some money of their
own (but not for doing things they ought to be doing anyway, such as
making their beds or cleaning up their rooms).
2. They should be taught to tithe and give to the Lord and His work.

3. They should be taught how to spend wisely.
4. They should be taught to save.
· Children need, and should have, time with their parents.

1. They should have “special” times with each parent, and special times with
the entire family together.
2. Parents should lead their children in such a way that in time they can win
that one to Christ.
All of the above spell TIME and WORK. That’s what it takes!! Many modern-day
parents are too lazy (selfish) to give the time and put in the consistent effort
necessary to raise godly children — they want instant results, but they’d almost
be happy to let others do it for them.
Determine here and now that you will follow God’s pattern, and dedicate
yourself to its consistent application while you have children in the home.
C. See Your Children As They REALLY Are In God’s Sight.

Look up: Proverbs 22:15a and Psalm 58:3. We are all born with a “sin nature.”
D. God’s Provision For Correction Of Children:
1. Proverbs 13:1 — a father’s __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .

2. Proverbs 22:15b — the __ __ __ .
Much of today’s humanistic philosophy says it is wrong to spank children, but the
Bible says it is necessary and right — provided...
a. The rod is applied to the right place. Never strike your child
across the face, chest, back, etc. Apply the “board of education to
the seat of learning!”
b. The rod is applied in love — Proverbs 13:24b. Never spank your
children in anger or to take out your own frustrations. Send your
disobedient child to his or her room and wait for a few minutes to
think things through.
c. The rod is applied early in life — “...while there is yet hope...,”
Proverbs 19:18.
d. The rod is applied effectively — Proverbs 19:18. Children will
cry with a proper spanking. They will also do their best to make
you feel like an ogre — don’t spare it!
e. The rod is applied consistently. Don’t spank for wrongs the child
didn’t know about. Don’t spank for last week’s wrongs. DON’T
EVER NOT SPANK WHEN YOU SAID YOU WOULD!

f. There is a time of loving and prayer soon after the rod has been
applied. Never apologize for spanking, but assure the child of
your love and pray together afterwards — Proverbs 13:24a.
CHILDREN’S DUTIES TO THEIR PARENTS

A. Exodus 20:12 — H __ __ __ __ __ thy father and thy mother.
B. Proverbs 13:1 — Listen to your parents’ I __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .
C. Ephesians 6:1 — O __ __ __ your parents.
FAMILY LIFE — GOD’S HEAVEN ON EARTH

“In the house of the righteous is much treasure.” — Proverbs 15:6.
A . Look up: Ephesians 4:31,32. List the six things that need to be put out of your
family and home:
1. ____________________ 2. ____________________
3. ____________________ 4. ____________________
5. ____________________ 6. ____________________
...and the three things you need to have there:

1. ____________________
2. ____________________
3. ____________________
B. Look up: Deuteronomy 6:5-7. What is it that should be a constant part of your
home?
__________________________________________________________________
C. Look up: Joshua 24:15f. What was Joshua’s motto for his home?
__________________________________________________________________
D. There is a wonderful trilogy of the Christian home found in the Psalms. Take time
to read the following:
· The BUILDING of the Home — Psalm 127.
· The BLESSING of the Home — Psalm 128.
· The BEHAVIOR of the Home — Psalm 131.

ESTABLISHING A “FAMILY ALTAR”
One of the greatest blessings you can enjoy in your home is to have what some call a
“family altar.” This is a definite time, place, and event in the routine of your home where
the whole family meets around the Word of God — to read, to pray, to sing, to talk.
In our fast-moving society, it will be one of the most difficult things for you to do — but
one of the best.
A. The Responsibility For The Family Altar:

Look up and read: Ephesians 6:4; Colossians 3:21; I Peter 3:7 and I Corinthians
14:35.
This responsibility rests upon the ____________________________________.
B. How To Establish Your Family Altar:
1. Decide upon the most suitable time for your home. If appropriate, call a
family conference to make this decision.
2. Make a definite commitment to the Lord to the establishment of your
family altar. Plan to stick to it.
3. Work out a plan of Bible reading and devotional material. This will vary
depending upon the age of any children. Talk to your pastor if help is
needed in selecting some good material.
4. Do it!! Right away!! Then be ready to resist the Devil as he throws his fiery
darts of opposition.
C. Suggestions For A Good Family Altar:
1. Always read a portion of scripture. The Book of Proverbs is excellent for

the whole family.
2. Have a hymn- or chorus-of-the- month. Learn it as a family.
3. Use “prayer cards” for a family prayer time. Make these up yourself; and
include your pastor(s), evangelists (missionaries), church members,
relatives, and the unsaved.
4. Be brief. Don’t attempt to make it a “church service!” It is far better to be
brief and consistent than drawn out and haphazard.
5. Involve the entire family. What you do will obviously vary with the age
and stage of your children.
6. Use some variety. Reading through a good Christian biography is one
helpful adjunct.

7. Keep it informal, Biblical, and open for suggestion and improvement.
8. If you miss, don’t always try to “catch up” — but be sure to always go on!
Warning: Be careful that the atmosphere of your home at family altar time
is not different to other times. That is hypocrisy, and will harm
your children greatly.
IMPORTANT NOTE
Christian homes and marriages are NOT exempt from pressures and troubles. There
may be times when serious problems arise. Always feel that you can confidently (and
confidentially) speak to your pastor about such matters. He believes the Bible has the
answer, and is more than willing to counsel with you. But, be willing to accept Bible
answers and principles over worldly “solutions!”
READING ASSIGNMENT:
Read: Proverbs Chapters 10 through 15.
MEMORIZATION:
Try to memorize: Joshua 24:15.

STUDY #7
G God
The Bible does not present any argument for the existence of God; it takes the
FACT of God for granted. God is the infinite and perfect Spirit in Whom all
things have their source, support, and end.
The Word of God reveals God to us. Because God is infinitely beyond our
human comprehension, the Bible often “couches” God in human language.
WHO MADE GOD?

Answer: No one! God is eternal. The fact that we cannot grasp this does not make
it not so. (We may not understand how electricity makes the lights work —
but why sit around in the dark until we figure it out!!)
Look up: Hebrews 11:6. Those that come to God must __ __ __ __ __ __ __ that
He __ __ .
HOW DO WE KNOW THERE IS A GOD?

A number of reasons are given in the Bible to show how we can know there is a God.
A. The Fact Of Universal Belief Proves There Is A God.

Man has a uniquely “religious nature.” All men in all ages and in all civilizations
have manifested a belief in some higher Being. For the most part, this belief is
perverted — but it demonstrates a universal understanding of the existence of a
higher being.
Look up: Romans 2:14,15. This reference teaches that even those who have
never heard of Jesus Christ have God’s law written in their __ __ __ __ __ __ .
B. The Fact That Everything Must Have A Cause Proves There Is A God.
Man is an intelligent being — therefore his Cause must also be intelligent. Man
has personality — thus his Cause could not be impersonal.
C. The Fact Of Intricate Design In The Universe Proves There Is A God.

A watch not only requires a watchmaker, but also a designer and a purpose.

Look up: Psalm 139:14. How does the human body prove there is a God?
________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________
D. The Whole Of Creation Proves There Is A God.
1. Look up: Psalm 19:1.

What do the heavens declare? __________________________________
2. Look up: Romans 1:20.

What two invisible things about God are seen and understood through
creation?
His E __ __ __ __ __ __ P __ __ __ __ and G __ __ __ __ __ __ .
E. The Events Of History Prove There Is A God.

Many times God has intervened in human history, and His hand is often seen in
the rise and fall of nations. See: Psalm 75:6,7.
F. The Bible Says There Is A God.

If there is a God, it seems most reasonable to expect Him to reveal Himself to
man. This He has done — first through the witness of creation, but in detail
through His Word. Look up: Genesis 1:1. The Bible begins with God — not
philosophical arguments for His existence.
HOW MANY GODS ARE THERE?

A. Look up: Deuteronomy 6:4; Isaiah 45:5 and I Timothy 2:5.
There is only __ __ __ God.
B. Look up: Matthew 28:19 and I John 5:7.

This One God eternally, equally, and essentially exists as ________ Persons:
q The F __ __ __ __ __ ,
q The S __ __ ,
q The H __ __ __ G __ __ __ __ .
This is known as the doctrine of the TRINITY — the Bible teaches there is one
God, but three Persons in the Godhead.
While we cannot comprehend this, we can explain it somewhat by using an
illustration of a glass of iced water:

VAPOR (Gaseous H2O)
ICE (Solid H2O)
WATER (Liquid H2O)
As can be seen, there is but ONE essence (H20) existing in THREE distinct
phases. Each phase may exist separately, or with another, or all together.
WHAT IS GOD?
A. There Are Four Statements In The Bible Telling Us What God Is.
1. God is __ __ __ __ __ __ __ — John 4:24. (His divine essence.)

2. God Is __ __ __ __ — I John 4:8. (His divine compassion.)
3. God Is __ __ __ __ __ — I John 1:5. (His divine holiness.)
4. God Is A __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ — Hebrews 12:29.
(His divine righteousness.)
B. The Bible Also Teaches That God Is A Person — i.e. He has personality.
1. John 3:16 — God L __ __ __ S.

2. Proverbs 6:16 — God H __ __ __ S.
3. Genesis 6:6 — God G__ __ __ __ __ S.
4. Deuteronomy 6:15 — God is J__ __ __ __ __ S.
5. I Kings 11:9 — God can be A __ __ __ Y.
6. I Peter 5:7 — God C __ __ __ S.
All these are the characteristics of personality. (There are some who think God is
just an impersonal “Force” or that He is in all of “Nature.”)

WHAT IS GOD LIKE?
If we look at the Creation of God, we would know Him to be Mighty, Glorious, and
Majestic, but it is through the Bible that God reveals Himself completely.
No man will ever be able to comprehend the essence of God (what He is). It is only
through His attributes that God makes Himself known to finite man.
A. God Is All Knowing — “Omniscient.”
1. Read: Psalm 139:1-4. List five things God knows about you.
___________ ___________ ___________ ___________
___________
2. Read: I John 3:20. What does this verse say God knows? __ __ __
__ __ __ __ __ __ .
B. God Is All Powerful — “Omnipotent.”
1. Read: Job 42:2. What can God do? __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .

2. Read: Matthew 19:26. What are all things with God?
__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .
C. God Is Everywhere — “Omnipresent.”

Read: Psalm 139:7-17.
What is your conclusion concerning the question, “Where is God?”
____________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________
D. God Is Eternal.
1. Look up: Exodus 3:14. What is the Name of God? “__ __ __ .”

Notice this does not say “I Was,” or “I Will Be” — both of which would
imply either a beginning or an ending.
2. Look up: Psalm 90:2. This verse tells us that God extends from —
__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ to __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __
E. God Is Unchanging — “Immutable.”

Read: Malachi 3:6.
What does this verse say that God does NOT do? __ __ __ __ __ __ .

F. God Is Holy.
Look up: Psalm 99:9. Why should we exalt the Lord and worship Him?
_________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
G. God Is Love.
Look up: Romans 5:8. How did God commend (prove) His love toward you and
me? ______________________________________________________________
H. God Is Gracious.
1. “Grace” means “undeserved favor.” It is:

G od’s
R iches
A t
C hrist’s
E xpense
2. We are S__ __ __ __ by Grace — Ephesians 2:8.

3. We are TAUGHT by Grace — Titus 2:11,12.
4. We are KEPT by Grace — II Corinthians 12:9.
I. God Is Truth.
1. Look up: Titus 1:2. What is it that God cannot do? __ __ __ .

2. Look up: Isaiah 40:8. What is it about God that will stand forever?
__________________________________________________________
WHAT IS GOD CALLED?

There are three primary Hebrew words used to refer to deity in the Old Testament:
A. “Elohim” — which is translated “God” in our English Bible. (The Greek

equivalent in the New Testament is “theos.”) This speaks of God’s greatness and
power as the Creator.
B. “Adonai” — which is translated “Lord” in our English Bible. This means that
God is the Owner and Master.

C. “Jehovah” — which is translated “LORD” in our English Bible.
(To distinguish “Jehovah” from “Adonai,” the translators of the
Authorized, King James Bible had the name printed in capital letters.
In some compound names, [e.g. “Lord GOD”] the Hebrew word
Jehovah is translated “GOD.” It, too, is printed in uppercase letters.)
The meaning of “Jehovah” is given in Exodus 3:13,14:

“I AM THAT I AM” = “The Self-Existent One Who Reveals Himself.”
The word “Jesus” is the Greek form of the Hebrew “Joshua” (or Jehoshua), and
literally means “Jehovah-Saviour.” The New Testament clearly teaches that
Jesus IS Jehovah.
Write out: John 8:58.
_________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
READING ASSIGNMENT:
Read: Psalms 19, 139, and 147.
MEMORIZATION:
Try to commit to memory: Hebrews 11:6.

STUDY #8
H The Holy Spirit

There is a great deal of confusion about the Holy Spirit. Many cults deny He is a
Person and He is God, saying the Holy Spirit is just a “force” or an “influence.”
On the other hand, the Charismatic Movement, which has absolutely swept
today’s religious world, places extreme emphasis on the Holy Spirit — teaching
such things as “ecstatic utterances,” “healings,” and “exorcism.”
As with all these studies, our aim is to look beyond what men say and see what
the Bible teaches.
WHO IS THE HOLY SPIRIT?

A. Look up: Acts 5:3,4.
In verse 3, Ananias is said to have lied to the __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ , but in
verse 4, he is said to have lied to __ __ __ .
The conclusion we can draw from this passage is:
________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________
B. Look up: I John 5:7.

This verse tells us the Holy Ghost is one with both the __ __ __ __ __ __ and the
__ __ __ __ (God the Son, Jesus Christ).
C. Look up: Matthew 28:19. Notice the word “Name” is singular, which again
shows the Holy Spirit to be God — the third Person of the Holy Trinity.
D. Look up: John 14:16,17,26 and John 16:7,8,13,14.

How many personal pronouns (“He,” “Him,” “Himself”) that apply to the Holy
Spirit do you count in these verses? _______
From this, would you say the Spirit of God is a Person — or an impersonal
“force?” _________________________________________________________

E. Look up: Acts 5:3, Acts 7:51 and Ephesians 4:30. List three ways in which the
Holy Spirit may be affected as a Person.
He may be ________________ , ________________ , and _______________.
WHAT HAS THE HOLY SPIRIT DONE IN TIMES

PAST?
A. Look up: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 2:7 and Job 33:4.
The Holy Spirit was active in _______________________________________ .
B. Look up: II Peter 1:21.

The Holy Spirit is the Author of ____________________________________ .
C. Look up: Luke 1:35.

What miracle was the Holy Spirit a part of? ____________________________
D. Look up: Romans 1:4 and Romans 8:11.

What other great miracle was the Holy Spirit of God responsible for?
_________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
WHAT IS THE WORK OF THE HOLY SPIRIT

TODAY?
A. Look up: John 15:26. The Holy Spirit testifies of ______________________.
B. Read: John 16:8-11. The word “reprove” means to “convict.” Of what three
things does the Holy Spirit convict men?
1. __ __ __
2. __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __
3. __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __
C. Look up: Titus 3:5; John 3:5 and John 6:63. When we believe on the Lord Jesus
Christ, it is the Holy Spirit Who does the work of “regeneration” (i.e. we are “born
again”).
[The word “quicken” means to “make alive.”]

WHAT DOES THE HOLY SPIRIT DO WHEN WE
ARE SAVED?
A. He comes to D __ __ __ __ IN the Believer — Romans 8:9.
B. It is in the Person of the Holy Spirit that the Lord Jesus Christ lives within the heart
of every believer — John 14:23.
C. Our fleshly body is the __ __ __ __ __ __ of the Holy Ghost. This means it is a

“dwelling place for God” — I Corinthians 6:19.
D. Every Christian is S __ __ __ __ __ with the Holy Spirit — Ephesians 1:13 and

4:30. He is our guarantee of eternal security. Our salvation has been “signed” in
the blood of the cross, “sealed” by the indwelling Holy Spirit, and will be
completely “delivered” when Jesus returns.
E. Look up: John 16:7. The Spirit is our __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .
F. The Holy Spirit makes __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ for us. That is, He

prays on our behalf — Romans 8:26,27.
WHAT IS THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN THE

HOLY SPIRIT AND ME?
A. He is always dwelling __ __ __ __ — II Timothy 1:14.
B. He enables us to K __ __ __ the things of God’s Word, for He is our

T __ __ __ __ E R — I Corinthians 2:12-14.
C. A Christian can G __ __ __ __ __ the Holy Spirit — Ephesians 4:30.

Read: Ephesians 4:31,32. List the six sins which will do this, and three attitudes
which will prevent it.
Sins that Grieve Godly Attitudes

____________________ ____________________
____________________ ____________________
____________________ ____________________
____________________
____________________
____________________
(I John 1:9)

D. A Christian can Q __ __ __ __ __ the Holy Spirit — I Thessalonians 5:19.
This means to “throw cold water” on His work within us — to stifle what He wants
to do in and through us.
E. The Holy Spirit is our P __ __ __ __ to witness and serve God — Acts 1:8.
F. In Ephesians 5:18, I am COMMANDED to be __ __ __ __ __ __ with the Spirit.

The negative part of this command — “Be not drunk with wine” — explains what
the Bible means by being filled with the Spirit. I am to be under the influence and
control of the Spirit. He will affect my walk and my talk!
G. The work of the Holy Spirit in me is to produce the ___ __ __ __ __ of the Spirit
— Galatians 5:22,23. This fruit is what God expects to see come forth in your life.
List the nine-fold “fruit of the Spirit:”
_______________ _______________ _______________
_______________ _______________ _______________
_______________ _______________ _______________
The “secret” to allowing the Spirit to do this work in your life unhindered is found
in John 15:4-8:
· A __ __ __ __ in Christ, and let His W__ __ __ abide in me.
H. The Holy Spirit gives spiritual G __ __ __ __ to believers — I Corinthians 12:4-11.
1. Every Christian has at least one spiritual gift — verses 7,11.

2. These spiritual gifts are NOT for personal use, but for the benefit
(edification) of your Church — I Corinthians 14:12.
3. Some of the spiritual gifts listed here were TEMPORARY, and ceased
when the written New Testament was completed. These gifts (tongues,
interpretations, miracles, healing, prophecy, knowledge, and
discernment) were given as SIGNS to the nation of Israel (Mark 16:17,18;
I Corinthians 1:22; I Corinthians 14:21,22; Hebrews 2:3,4), and ceased
after A.D.70 when Israel was dispersed among the nations. The Bible said
they would vanish when “that which is perfect (the completed Word of
God) is come” — I Corinthians 13:8-10.
4. Romans 12:6-8 lists the PERMANENT spiritual gifts. These gifts are:
a. P __ __ __ __ __ __ __ — the motivation and ability to declare
God’s truth (verse 6).
b. M __ __ __ __ __ __ __ — the motivation and ability to serve
others in practical ways (verse 7).
c. T __ __ __ __ __ __ __ — the motivation and ability to study and
present the Word of God clearly and accurately (verse 7).

d. E __ __ __ __ __ I N G — the motivation and ability to to
encourage others through the application of Truth (verse 8).
e. G __ __ I N G — the motivation and ability to be a channel for
God-given assets in the word of the Lord (verse 8).
f. R __ __ I N G — the motivation and ability to lead others in
accomplishing the work of the Lord (verse 8).
g. M __ __ __ __ — the motivation and ability to identify with and
share in the suffering and joys of others as a comforter (verse 8).
Every Christian needs to discern what his or her spiritual gift is, then use
it in the church to benefit others. Talk to your pastor, who can help you
study the scriptures and enable you to discern your spiritual gift.
WHAT ABOUT “SPEAKING IN TONGUES” AND

“DIVINE HEALERS?”
The Charismatic Movement is a modern phenomenon which had its beginnings in the
U.S.A. just before the turn of the 20TH century. In the last 60 years, it has snowballed
into the most active movement within Christendom. One of the main reasons for this is
because of the spiritual deadness of most mainline denominational “churches” — and
the apparent “aliveness” of the Charismatics.
Don’t be fooled!! — II Corinthians 11:13-15. The test of whether something is right or
wrong is NOT determined by how it “feels” or by who’s doing it, but by “What saith the
Lord?” — Isaiah 8:20.
A. The Bible defines “tongues” as known, understandable foreign languages — Acts

2:4-11. The Charismatics do not practice this. They speak in a babbling
gibberish — which at the least is a psychologically-induced, ecstatic aberration
that comes about when the conscious mind loses control and the subconscious
takes over.
B. In the Bible, the miraculous gift of being able to speak in an unknown foreign
language was a sign to unbelieving Jews — I Corinthians 1:22; 14:21,22; Isaiah
28:11. In each recorded case in the New Testament where the miracle of tongues
occurred (only three) — Jews, and at least one apostle, were present. See: Acts
2:5; Acts 10:45,46; Acts 19:6.
C. The Bible says “tongues shall cease” (I Corinthians 13:8) and then goes on to say
when they would cease — verse 10.
Now the Charismatic will argue that “that which is perfect” refers to Christ, and
that tongues will continue until the Second Coming of Christ. But Joel 2:28-31
indicates an outpouring of the Holy Spirit with associated gifts after the Rapture!!

No, “That which is perfect” refers to the “more sure” Word of God, which
replaced the gift of prophecy — II Peter 1:19-21.
D. If the gift of tongues was still operative today, which it is not, the Bible would place
certain restrictions on its use:
1. No more than three people to speak in a foreign language during any

meeting — I Corinthians 14:27.
2. Each speaker must follow after the other has finished, I Corinthians 14:27
(“...by course...”) — i.e. not all at once.
3. One person is to interpret — I Corinthians 14:27.
4. If there is no interpreter available, then no one should speak in another
language — I Corinthians 14:28.
5. The Holy Spirit NEVER takes anybody out of control — I Corinthians
14:32. Letting yourself go, rolling your head, raising your hands and
repeating some phrase over and over again until you burst forth with
some bubbly, electrifying ecstasy is both unscriptural and dangerous!
6. Women are not to speak (in tongues, or otherwise) — I Corinthians 14:34.
The modern-day Charismatic Movement is dominated by women — II
Timothy 3:6.
In most cases, the Charismatic Movement violates every one of these Spirit-
given restraints.
E. The Charismatic Movement is dangerous because it elevates “experiences”

above the Word of God. Remember, the Devil can give you any experience you
desire — the Christian must walk by the Word of God — II Corinthians 5:7 and
Romans 10:17.
F. The truly spiritual person will acknowledge the supremacy of the written Word of
God over any religious experience — I Corinthians 14:37.
G. Many Charismatic groups say, or imply, you are not saved unless you have
spoken in tongues. They claim to have the “Full” Gospel — but the real “Full
Gospel” is given in I Corinthians 15:1,3,4. Those who add something to this are
in fact preaching “another gospel” — Galatians 1:6-9.
Remember this glorious FACT stated in Colossians 2:10...
I am C__ __ __ __ __ __ __ in H __ __ .
G. By focusing so much on these alleged gifts, the Charismatic elevates the Holy
Spirit above the Son of God. The Spirit IS God. He is EQUAL with the Father
and the Son in EVERY way — but He is the “shy” Member of the Godhead. He
does not speak about Himself, but always of Christ — John 15:26; 16:13,14.

H. The miraculous gift of healing was also a “sign gift” to Israel — Mark 16:17,18.
I. Healings were overshadowed by Gospel preaching and conversions — Acts 3:7;

4:4; 9:34,35; 9:40,42. In these examples we see “one healed, but many saved.”
J. Healings were sometimes done on unsaved people (who had no faith at the
time!), yet Paul, a great Christian, wasn’t healed — II Corinthians 12:7-9.
Timothy was sickly (I Timothy 5:23) and Epaphroditus was sick and almost died
(Philippians 2:25-27). There was no instant miraculous healing for these choice
servants of the Lord.
K. Today, we are instructed to pray for God’s healing mercies, but not to seek — or
expect — a miraculous, instantaneous healing — James 5:14,15. Of course,
God can do either or both ... if He wills.
READING ASSIGNMENT:
Read: Romans Chapter 8.
MEMORIZATION:
Try to memorize: Ephesians 5:18.

PERSONAL NOTES & QUESTIONS TO ASK

STUDY #9
I Immersion (Baptism)
The subject of “baptism” is without doubt one of the most confusing and
controversial of all Bible teachings. Many types of “churches” practice many
types of “baptism.” Some sprinkle, some pour, some immerse. Some do it to
infants, others to adults — some even “baptize” on behalf of those deceased.
Then others tell us it is not an important thing, so they practice no baptism at all.
History tells us that baptism has been the most divisive issue for the last 2,000
years. Our Baptist forefathers paid dearly for their stand on the Bible truth of
baptism. Millions were cruelly put to death just because they refused to have
their children “sprinkled,” or dared to cling to the teachings of God’s Word. We
may not have to face such persecution today — but we ought to be willing to take
the same stand for truth.
You can learn the truth by carefully studying the following scriptures. Set aside
any preconceived notions and see exactly what the Bible teaches. DON’T
COMPROMISE!!
WHAT IS BAPTISM?
A. According to Ephesians 4:5, how many baptisms are there? ______________
B. What is baptism called in Colossians 2:12? It is a B __ __ I A L.
C. According to Romans 6:4, we are B __ __ __ __ __ in the likeness of Christ’s

death by baptism.
D. Romans 6:5 tells us that baptism pictures a P__ __ __ __ I N G.
E. In your understanding, which action best pictures a burial, or a planting:

immersion or sprinkling? ___________________________________________
F. In Matthew 3:6, where did John the Baptist baptize? ______________________

What exactly is this? ________________________________________________
G. From John 3:23, what was John the Baptist’s reason for baptizing at a place
called Ænon? ______________________________________________________

H. What does your answer to “G” say about the method of baptizing?
_________________________________________________________________
I. In Mark 1:10, when Jesus was baptized, what did He come up out of?
__________________________________________________________________
J. Look up Acts 8:38,39. When Philip baptized the Ethiopian, what was the
relationship of both men to the water? ________________________________
K. From your honest study of these verses of scripture, what do you conclude to be
the proper mode of baptism? (Check one)
q Sprinkling
q Pouring
q Immersion
Having drawn your conclusion from the scriptures, the following information will
help reinforce the truth:
1. The Greek word rendered “baptize” in your Bible is “baptidzo.” The

meaning of “baptidzo” is “dip, plunge, immerse, submerge, overwhelm.”
ALL reputable Greek scholars (Catholic, Protestant, and Baptist) agree on
this point.
2. Pope Stephen II declared the practice of “pouring” for baptism was valid
in the case of sick candidates in the year 754 A.D. The Roman Catholic
Council of Ravenna, 1311 A.D., gave the first “official” sanction of
sprinkling. Prior to these times, immersion was the usual mode. In some
Roman Catholic circles, immersion was still practiced in the 18TH century.
WHO SHOULD BE BAPTIZED?

A. According to Matthew 3:7,8, what did John the Baptist require from people
BEFORE he would baptize them ? ___________________________________
B. Look up: John 4:1. What does the relationship between the words “made” and
“baptized” show concerning who should be baptized?
__________________________________________________________________
C. In Acts 2:41, what had those who were baptized first done?
_________________________________________________________________

D. In Acts 8:12, what had the men and women who were baptized first done?
_________________________________________________________________
E. In Acts 8:37, what was the requirement for the Ethiopian’s baptism?
_________________________________________________________________
F. Look up: Acts 10:47. When does a person receive the Holy Spirit?
_____________________________________________ (Look back over Study #8.)
G. Look up: Acts 16:14,15. What had the Lord done with Lydia before she was
baptized? _________________________________________________________
H. Study: Acts 16:30-34. What happened to the keeper of the prison and his
household before they were baptized?_________________________________
I. List the three steps taken by the Corinthians as given in Acts 18:8.
H __ __ __ __ __ __ , B __ __ __ __ __ __ __ , and B __ __ __ __ __ __ __
J. From your honest study of these verses of scripture, who do you conclude to be
the proper candidates for baptism? (Check one)
q Babies
q Believers
q Jews
Having drawn your conclusion from the Bible, the following information will help
reinforce the truth:
1. There is NO evidence of “infant baptism” in the first couple of centuries of

church history. The first recorded instance of “infant baptism” was when
the Roman emperor Valens insisted his dying son be “baptized” — in the
year 370 A.D.
2. Infant baptism was eventually made “law” by the Catholic Council of
Mela in the year 416 A.D. It was from this point that the bloody butchering
of Baptists began to be practiced — by other “Christians.”
WHAT DOES BAPTISM DO?

Many people believe (and are taught) that baptism is a sacrament — that is, a “means of
God’s grace” — a channel through which salvation comes.
A. According to Ephesians 2:8, what is the channel of saving grace? ___________

B. According to Ephesians 2:9, what are we NOT saved by? ___________________
C. Our sins are cleansed through the __ __ __ __ (Ephesians 5:26; John 17:17) and
by the __ __ __ __ __ (Revelation 1:5; 7:14).
See also: Titus 3:5. Baptism is certainly a “work of righteousness” — but it is the
righteousness of God imputed by faith!
D. Read: Luke 23:32,33,39-43. One thief was saved. Was he ever baptized? _____
E. From your honest study of these verses of scripture, what part does baptism play
in your salvation? (Check one)
q No part
q Some part
q Absolutely essential
WHAT DOES BAPTISM MEAN?

A. Look up: I Corinthians 15:1-4.
1. What does Paul declare here? The __ __ __ __ __ __ — verse 1.

2. Where does he ask them to keep it? In __ __ __ __ __ __ — verse 2.
3. Exactly what is the Gospel (Good News)? — verses 3,4.
“Christ __ __ __ __ for our sins, was __ __ __ __ __ __ , and __ __ __ __
__ __ __ __ __ .”
B. According to Romans 6:5, baptism is called the L __ __ __ __ __ __ __ of the

death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
C. In I Peter 3:21, baptism is called the L __ __ __ F__ __ __ __ __ .

(Be careful as you read this verse. It does not teach that baptism saves anyone; it
is that which baptism pictures that saves. Baptism is the answer, response, of a
good conscience. We get a good conscience before God when we are saved!)
D. From your study and consideration of these verses of scripture, what would you
say baptism is? (Check one)
q A symbol of the Gospel
q The washing away of sins

WHAT DOES BAPTISM MAKE ME?
We have already seen that baptism plays no part in our salvation. A person is scripturally
baptized AFTER salvation, not before it.
There are TWO things your baptism will “make” you:
A. Baptism Makes You A Baptist:

Attending a Baptist church is wonderful, but that doesn’t make you a “Baptist.” It
is only when you are scripturally baptized that you become a Baptist in fact.
Salvation makes us a CHRISTIAN. Baptist baptism makes us a BAPTIST. (Thus,
every true Baptist is a Christian — though not every Christian is a Baptist!)
1. The name “Baptist” is a Biblical name.

It is found some 15 times in the New Testament, referring to John the
Baptist. According to Matthew 3:1 John was called a Baptist before he
ever baptized anyone. It is a God-given name. (He wasn’t called “John
the Catholic” or “John the Presbyterian,” etc. — or, as some modern
perversions of the Bible would have it, “John the baptizer!”)
2. Christ honored John the Baptist — Matthew 11:11.
The name “Baptist” is one we can bear unashamedly. [See also Study #11.]
3. All the apostles received Baptist baptism. This was NEVER repudiated —
it was, in fact, a requirement for church office. See: Acts 1:22.
The name “Baptist” stands for:
· what we BELIEVE — I Corinthians 15:1-4.
· what we ARE — Romans 6:17,18.
· what we DO — Matthew 28:19,20.
B. Baptism Makes You A Church Member:

Look up: Acts 2:41,42. List the order of events.
R __ __ __ __ __ __ __ (the Word) = Salvation
B __ __ __ __ __ __ __ = Baptism
A __ __ __ __ unto them = Church membership
C __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ stedfastly = Christian growth
According to John 3:3,5 the “new birth” is the ‘doorway’ to eternal life. According
to Acts 2:41 and I Corinthians 12:13, baptism (which follows salvation) is the
‘doorway’ into the membership of a church (a body of baptized believers).
When you are baptized, you become a member of our Church. As such, you
enjoy the rights and privileges of membership which include:

1. Participation at the Lord’s table for the observance of the Lord’s Supper.
[See: Study #12.]
2. Receiving pastoral care and guidance for your spiritual growth and service
unto the Lord.
3. Participation in church business meetings.
4. Opportunities to effectively serve the Lord through His Church here.
WHO HAS THE AUTHORITY TO BAPTIZE?

A. There Are Two Facts To Keep In Mind:
1. There is a “Heinz 57” variety of ‘baptisms’ in the religious world today.

(See the introduction to this study.)
2. According to Ephesians 4:5, there is only ONE BAPTISM — so all cannot
be right.
B. Authority To Baptize Was Given To NEW TESTAMENT CHURCHES:

Just before our Lord ascended back to Heaven, He left “orders” for His work to be
continued. These orders are given in Matthew 28:19,20; Mark 16:15; Luke
24:46-48; John 20:21 and Acts 1:8.
The Lord spoke these words to His disciples. However, if He gave this
commission only to the disciples that were physically present, then it no longer
applies to us. Why? Because they are long dead! However, the Lord Jesus Christ
gave the Great Commission to His disciples INSTITUTIONALLY — not
individually. That is, the command to go, preach, baptize, and teach all nations
was given to His CHURCH. [Review Study #3.]
Since the command to “baptize” is contained in the Commission, then the
authority to baptize has been given to New Testament churches — not to
individuals or man-made religious organizations.
The Lord Jesus walked 60 miles (from Galilee — where there was plenty of water
— to Judæa) to receive the right baptism from the right authority (John the
Baptist). He obviously considered the authority in baptism was important. It is
just as important today!
C. There Are FOUR Requirements For Baptism To Be Scriptural:
· SAVED CANDIDATES
· SUBMERSION IN WATER
· SYMBOLIC REPRESENTATION
· SCRIPTURAL AUTHORITY

All those who are baptized into this Church are baptized on the authority of this
Church. Even though a pastor actually performs the act, he does so on behalf of
the church body. This is why:
1. All those desiring baptism are presented before the church membership,
and the church votes to receive them into membership upon their
baptism.
2. The Church receives members from other Baptist churches of like faith
and order by way of a “Letter of Commendation” (II Corinthians 3:1).
3. The Church does not receive into membership those who have been
‘baptized’ into some man-made religion, ‘church’ or denomination. As
with our ancient Baptist forebears, we require scriptural baptism
(sometimes erroneously called “re-baptism”) in such cases.
WHY SHOULD WE BE BAPTIZED?

Some people do not place great importance on baptism — seeing it as either
unnecessary, or as an “optional extra” to being a Christian.
On the other hand, the Word of God places great emphasis upon the ordinance. The
“symbol” of Christianity is NOT a cross or a fish — but the beautiful emblem of baptism.
Here are some reasons why you should be baptized:
A. The Lord Jesus Christ Was Baptized — Matthew 3:13-17.
1. He came from G__ __ __ __ __ __ to J __ __ __ __ __ (60 miles) to receive

baptism — verse 13. It was important to Him.
2. Jesus said His baptism “B __ __ __ __ __ __ __ us” — verse 15. That is, “It
is fitting.”
3. Jesus used the little word U__ in verse 15, indicating we associate or
identify ourselves with Him when we follow Him in baptism.
4. God the Father was well P__ __ __ __ __ __ when God the Son was
baptized — verse 17.
B. Baptism Is A Command From The Lord — Matthew 28:19,20.

As noted previously, the command to baptize was given to the Lord’s churches.
Therefore, it follows that those who are won to Christ have a duty to be baptized.
Write out: John 14:15. ____________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________

C. Baptism Is The Bible Way.
1. Look up: Acts 2:38. The command is for E __ __ __ __ __ __ __ of you

to be baptized.
2. Acts 8:12 includes both M __ __ and W__ __ __ __ in the act of baptism.
D. All Christians Are Exhorted To Be Faithful In Church Attendance.

We read of this command in Hebrews 10:25. Can we properly follow this
command and not be a member of a Baptist church? and not be baptized? No!
IF YOU HAVE BEEN BAPTIZED:

Be sure to record the date on page 1. Also, write it somewhere in your Bible.
IF YOU HAVE NOT BEEN BAPTIZED:
1. Write out the question asked of Philip in the last part of Acts 8:36.
____________________________________________________________
2. In your own words, and for your own situation, answer this question.
____________________________________________________________
3. Why not decide now to obey the Lord?
“Having studied the scriptures concerning the subject of baptism, and

realizing this step is required of me by the Lord, I hereby determine by the
grace of God that I will present myself for baptism by coming forward
during the invitation at the next service of the Church, thus publicly
associating myself with the Lord Jesus Christ, and committing myself to
active membership in this Church.”
Signed: ___________________________________ Date: ____________
READING ASSIGNMENT:
Read: Matthew chapter 3 and Acts chapter 8.
MEMORIZATION:
Try to memorize: Acts 2:41.

STUDY #10
J Jesus Christ
Lesson Commenced: _______________ Lesson Checked: ________________
This is the study about the One Who is the sum and substance, the center and
essence of Bible Christianity.
If we take Buddha from Buddhism, if we take Mohammed from Islam, if we take
Smith from Mormonism — we still are left with systems of belief. But, if we take
Jesus Christ from Christianity — we have NOTHING!!
Christianity is not a system of beliefs, but a PERSON. We are not saved through
rules and rites, but through a PERSON.
In this study lesson we want to look at two things concerning Jesus:
1. WHO HE IS.
2. WHAT HE HAS DONE.
JESUS CHRIST IS THE PERFECT MAN

A. Look up: Galatians 4:4. Jesus was born of a __ __ __ __ __ .
B. Look up: Luke 2:5. Mary underwent a normal human pregnancy — she was
__ __ __ __ __ with child.
C. Look up: Luke 2:40. Throughout His childhood, Jesus G __ __ __ in a normal

way. Read: Luke 2:41-52.
D. To the woman of Samaria, Jesus looked like a typical __ __ __ — John 4:7-9.
E. Read: Isaiah 53:2. This prophetic description of Jesus Christ tells us He had no
C ___ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ or attractive B __ __ __ __ __ .
According to Matthew 26:48,49, the Lord Jesus was so plain that Judas needed
to kiss His cheek to identify Him to the soldiers.
Incidentally: The “religious art” portraits of Christ depicting Him with blue eyes,
long straight golden hair, and fair complexion are far from reality. Our Lord no
doubt looked like a very average Jew — olive skin, brown eyes, and short black
hair. He did have a beard.

F. Look up: John 4:6. Jesus experienced W __ __ __ __ N E S S.
G. Look up: Matthew 8:24. Jesus required S __ __ __ __ .
H. Look up: Matthew 21:18. Jesus got H __ __ __ __ __ .
I. Look up: Luke 22:44. Jesus suffered painful A __ __ __ __ .
J. Look up: Hebrews 4:15. Jesus was T __ __ __ __ __ __ in all things, just like
you and I.
K. Look up: II Corinthians 5:21. Jesus knew __ __ sin.
L. Look up: John 19:33. Jesus died a physical D __ __ __ __ .
JESUS CHRIST IS GOD

A Look up: John 1:14. Who is “The Word?” ______________________________
B. Look up: John 1:1. The Word __ __ __ God.
C. Look up: John 5:18 . Why did the Jews try to kill Jesus? ____________________
__________________________________________________________________
D. Look up: John 5:23. How does this verse relate the Father and the Son?
__________________________________________________________________
E. Look up: John 10:30. Jesus said He and the Father were __ __ __ .
F. Look up: John 10:31-33. How did the Jews interpret John 10:30? _________
__________________________________________________________________
G. Look up: John 14:9. When we see Jesus we see the __ __ __ __ __ __.
H. Look up: John 20:28. What did Thomas say concerning Jesus?
_________________________________________________________________
Did Jesus rebuke Thomas for saying this? ___________
I. Look up: Hebrews 1:8. To whom is the title,“O God” given? The __ __ __ .
J. Look up: I John 5:20. Who is the true God and eternal life? _______________

K. Look up and compare: Titus 1:3 and Titus 1:4. Who is referred to in each verse as
“our Saviour?” _____________________________________________________
What does this mean? ______________________________________________
L. Look up and compare: Genesis 1:1 with John 1:3. What is the inescapable
conclusion concerning Jesus Christ? __________________________________
JESUS CHRIST WAS BORN OF A VIRGIN

From what you have learned above, the Lord Jesus Christ is a man and He is God. He is
not 50% human and 50% divine, but 100% perfect in His humanity and 100% perfect
in His deity.
How can this be?? The God-Man!
Although we cannot fully comprehend this truth, it is a fact clearly taught in the Bible.
A. Look up: I Timothy 3:16. This verse says that Jesus is __ __ __ manifested in the
F__ __ __ __ .
Remember back to Study #7 and the Bible teaching of ONE God manifested in
THREE Persons. In studying about the Lord Jesus Christ, we must appreciate the
fact of ONE Person with TWO natures — a divine nature and a human nature.
While we will never understand this truth, we can see how it was accomplished in
the miracle of the Virgin Birth of Christ.
1. If Jesus had a human mother and a human father, He would be just

another man — sinful, needing to be saved, and totally incapable of
saving Himself, let alone others.
2. If Jesus had no human mother and no human father, He would be
unapproachable as God — holy, and dwelling in light inaccessible.
3. The Bible teaches Jesus to be the SON OF MAN (because Mary was His
mother) and the SON OF GOD.
B. Look up: Isaiah 7:14. This Old Testament prophecy of Christ declared that a
__ __ __ __ __ __ would conceive.
C. Look up: Matthew 1:18. When Jesus was conceived in the womb of Mary, she
was E __ __ __ __ __ __ __ (engaged) to Joseph; but they had not come
T __ __ __ __ __ __ __ as husband and wife in marriage.

D. Look up: Luke 1:35. The conception of Jesus in the womb of Mary was the
miraculous work of the __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .
The birth of Jesus Christ was indeed supernatural!
THE DEATH OF THE LORD JESUS CHRIST

A. Look up: Luke 19:10 and Matthew 1:21. Jesus came to S __ __ __ .
B. Look up: Romans 5:8. Christ died for S __ __ __ __ __ __ .
C. Look up: Isaiah 53:6. What was laid upon Jesus when He died on the cross?
__________________________________________________________________
D. Look up: Romans 5:10. We are __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ to God through the

death of Jesus Christ.
E. Look up: Galatians 4:5. By His shed blood, Jesus is able to R __ __ __ __ __

those who trust Him.
F. Look up: John 3:16. For whom was Christ given? The __ __ __ __ __ .
G. Look up: Romans 10:13. Who may avail themselves of the death of Christ to be
saved? __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __
H. Look up: John 19:30c and Hebrews 1:3d; 10:12. Does anything need to be
added to the death of Christ on the cross to complete our salvation?
___________________
THE RESURRECTION OF THE LORD JESUS

CHRIST
A. Look up: John 20:1. On what day of the week did Jesus rise?
The F__ __ __ __ day, or our __ __ __ __ __ __ .
B. Look up: Matthew 12:40. How long was Jesus in the tomb? _____________
__________________________________________________________________
Note: Simple arithmetic (and the Bible evidence) demonstrates the

impossibility of a “Good FRIDAY” crucifixion. Jesus was crucified
on a Wednesday and spent 72 hours in the tomb.

C. Read: I Corinthians 15:3-8. List the appearances of the resurrected Lord:
__________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
D. Look up: Romans 4:25. Why was Jesus raised from the dead? ______________
__________________________________________________________________
E. Look up and carefully study: I Peter 1:3,4.

According to this scripture, because of the glorious resurrection of Christ, each
believer has a “lively” [living] __ __ __ __ of a wonderful inheritance, reserved
in __ __ __ __ __ __ .
THE ASCENSION OF THE LORD JESUS CHRIST

A. Look up: Acts 1:3,9. When did Jesus return to Heaven? ___________________
__________________________________________________________________
B. Look up: Hebrews 10:12. Where is Jesus at this present time? ______________
__________________________________________________________________
C. Look up: Hebrews 7:25. Jesus is making __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ for

each believer.
D. Look up: John 14:2. Jesus is preparing a __ __ __ __ __ for each of us who are
saved.
E. Look up: I John 2:1. When a Christian sins, Jesus is an __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __

with the Father.
THE RETURN OF THE LORD JESUS CHRIST

This subject will be studied in greater detail in Study #18.
A. Look up: John 14:3. Jesus said, “I will __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .”
B. Look up: Acts 1:11. Who promised the return of Christ here? ______________
C. Look up: Titus 2:13. The return of the Lord Jesus Christ is called the
B __ __ __ __ __ __ H __ __ __ .

D. Carefully study: I Thessalonians 4:16,17. What will happen to believers (living
and dead) when Jesus returns? ________________________________________
E. Look up: I Corinthians 15:51,52. When Jesus Christ returns for His people, how
quickly will this event transpire? __________________________________
READING ASSIGNMENT:
Read through: Colossians chapter 1.
MEMORIZATION:
Try to commit to memory: John 1:1.

STUDY #11
K Kinship (Our Baptist Heritage)

Outside of the Word of God, one of the greatest areas of spiritual ignorance is
that concerning the history of New Testament churches over the past almost
2,000 years.
The Roman Catholic is led to believe his is the only true ‘Church,’ that began
with St. Peter and has continued intact down through the centuries. All
non-Catholic denominations are therefore referred to as “departed brethren.”
The average Protestant assumes true Christianity virtually disappeared during
the “Dark Ages” and was revived with the Protestant Reformation. A lot of
Baptists have been hoodwinked into believing they are Protestants who had
their beginnings in England in the early part of the 17TH century.
History is to be studied in the light of the Word of God. The scriptures promise —
and history confirms — the existence of true New Testament churches in every
period of the last 20 centuries.
THE PERPETUITY OF BAPTIST CHURCHES

By this we mean that in every age there have always been true New Testament churches
and believers who have remained faithful to the Word of God.
THE LORD PROMISED HIS CHURCHES PERPETUITY.
A. Read: Matthew 28:18-20. This commission was given to His churches [See: Study
#3], and is for the churches to fulfill.
1. In it, the Lord promised to be with them A __ __ __ __ , even unto the end
of the world.
2. If God made such a promise, then we can expect churches to be around
until the end of the age to receive the promise.
B. Read: Matthew 16:18. Upon the Rock (Himself) the Lord established His
Church, and He said that the gates of Hell would not __ __ __ __ __ __ __
[withstand the onslaught] against it.
If true churches ever ceased to exist, the “gates of hell” would have no fear of
being pushed open!

C. Read: I Corinthians 11:26. The Lord’s Supper is an ordinance given to the Lord’s
churches, and is to be perpetually observed — “till He __ __ __ __ .”
This again pre-supposes the existence of New Testament churches at all times to
observe the ordinance.
D. Read: Ephesians 3:21. In a special way, God is glorified among His churches.
This glory is to continue throughout __ __ __ __ __ __ __ . If true churches
disappeared as a result of the apostasy that eventually developed into the
Catholic system, this scripture would be meaningless.
E. Much of the New Testament is addressed to Christians in a CHURCH setting. If

there have been periods of time when churches have not existed, much of the
New Testament was or is useless.
THE TRAIL OF BLOOD

There are many excellent books dealing with the subject of Baptist history. If you enjoy
history and would like to read more in-depth presentations, ask the pastor for a list of
recommended texts. (The publisher of this book has a two-volume church history
available for the serious student — “Landmarks of Baptist Doctrine.”)
Right now, read through the little booklet entitled, “The Trail of Blood” by J. M. Carroll.
This is a great primer on some of the true facts about church history that will bless your
heart.
Answer the following questions:

Note: Page numbers may vary between editions of the “Trail of Blood.”
The pages referred to here are from the June 1987 edition.
1. List three ways many of our Baptist forebears were harshly dealt
with. (page 2)
______________________________
______________________________
______________________________
2. Write out the statement made by Cardinal Hosius concerning the Baptists.
(page 3)
____________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________
3. How many “marks” or doctrines of true New Testament churches does Dr.
Carroll enumerate? _____________________ (pages 4,5)

4. What was possibly the first serious departure from New Testament church
order? (page 12)
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
5. What is the year of the first recorded baptism of a child? ____________.

(page 13)
6. What happened in the year 251 A.D.? (pages 13,14)

__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
7. What was formed in the year 313 A.D.? ___________________ (page 16)
What happened to Jesus Christ as a consequence of this?
____________________________________________________________
8. In what year did the Dark Ages begin? ___________________ (page 19)
9. What doctrines and practices do the Greek Catholics (Orthodox) reject?

(pages 25,26)
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
10. What action was taken by the Council of Toulouse in 1229 A.D.? (pages
29,37)
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
11. List the five “churches backed up by civil governments” that were
established before the close of the sixteenth century. (page 34)
_________________________
_________________________
_________________________
_________________________
_________________________
What was their general attitude toward the Anabaptists and Waldenses?
____________________________________________________________
12. To what century can the name “Anabaptist” be traced? (page 39)
____________________________________________________________
13. What book did John Bunyan write? (page 43) ______________________

14. What necessitated Obadiah Holmes having to sleep on his hands and
knees? (page 48)
____________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________
15. Why was Mr. Painter whipped? (pages 48,49)

____________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________
16. Where was religious liberty first granted in the United States of America?
(page 51)
____________________________________________________________
17. What offer was once made by the king of Holland? (page 53)
____________________________________________________________
What was the response of the Baptists, and why?
____________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________
18. According to the chart at the back of the booklet, from which ‘Church’ did
the Methodist denomination come?
__________________________________________________________
19. From the book and the chart, fill in the list of names given at various times
to our Baptist forefathers.
C __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ (Acts 11:26)
M __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ (Phrygia)
D __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ (Africa)
N __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ (Italy)
P __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ (Armenia)
W __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ (Europe)
A __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ (France)
B __ __ __ __ __ __ __ (today)
The “Trail of Blood” may be obtained from:

Challenge Press — Lehigh Valley Baptist Church
4702 Colebrook Avenue, Emmaus, PA 18049
(610) 965-4700 (800) 893-9586
www.challengepress.org

STUDY #12
L The Lord’s Supper

Here is a subject which requires a careful study of the Word of God. Like
baptism, the ordinance of the Lord’s Supper is generally misunderstood; and the
religious world has many substitutes for the real thing.
The only references to the Lord’s Supper in the New Testament are the Gospels’
accounts in Matthew 26:17-30; Mark 14:12-26; Luke 22:7-20 and in Paul’s first
epistle to the Corinthians (in which he actually rebukes the church there for
serious disorders at the Lord’s table) — I Corinthians 10:14-22 and 11:17-34.
Prior to completing this study, carefully read each of these passages above.
(References often cited from the Book of Acts [2:46; 20:7,11] do not refer to the
Lord’s Supper because they do not mention “the cup” and because, in the
second instance, the breaking of bread was done twice in the same night. These
passages actually refer to a fellowship-type meal — “feasts of charity,” Jude 12a.
WHAT IS THE LORD’S SUPPER?

A. Notice The Correct Terminology:
There are only three Bible terms:
1. C __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ — I Corinthians 10:16.
2. The L __ __ __’ __ T __ __ __ __ — I Corinthians 10:21.
3. The L __ __ __’ __ S __ __ __ __ __ — I Corinthians 11:20.
The Bible does not mention such man-made ecclesiastical terms as “The Mass,”
“Holy Communion,” and “The Eucharist.”
B. Compare: I Corinthians 11:2 with I Corinthians 11:23.

It is an O__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ of the church. (The connecting phrase “...I
delivered unto you...”) shows this to be the case.
C. When We Partake Of The Lord’s Supper:

We:
1. Do it in R __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ of Christ — I Corinthians
11:24,25.

2. Do S __ __ __ the Lord’s death — I Corinthians 11:26.
From these scriptures we conclude the Lord’s Supper is a:

q SYMBOL
q SACRAMENT
(Check the correct words)
q MEMORIAL
q MEANS OF GRACE
D. Is The Observance Of The Lord’s Supper COMMANDED, Or Is It A

CHOICE?
See: I Corinthians 11:24,25.
It is ____________________ .
WHAT IS THE SYMBOLISM OF THE LORD’S

SUPPER?
A. The Elements Of The Supper:
1. Unleavened __ __ __ __ __ — I Corinthians 11:23; Matthew 26:17,26.

2. The F__ __ __ __ of the V __ __ __ — Matthew 26:29.
I Corinthians uses the term, “the __ __ __” — I Corinthians 11:25,26.
Note: Nowhere does the Bible refer to “wine” in connection with the
Lord’s Supper. Alcoholic (fermented) wine is a result of the
action of yeast (leaven). In the Bible, leaven is a symbol of sin — I
Corinthians 5:6,7. Thus alcoholic wine and leavened bread
would be invalid symbols of the spotless Son of God.
B. The Symbolism Of The Bread:

The bread pictures the B __ __ __ __ __ B __ __ __ of the Lord Jesus Christ —
I Corinthians 11:24.
This reminds us of the terrible suffering of our Lord, though not a bone in His
body was broken. Read: Isaiah 52:14; Isaiah 53:4-7; Matthew 27:29-31; John
19:31-37.
C. The Symbolism Of The Cup:

The cup (grape juice) pictures the S __ __ __ B __ __ __ __ of the Lord Jesus
Christ — I Corinthians 11:25.
This reminds us that without the shedding of the blood of Christ, there could be
no __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ of sin — Hebrews 9:22. Read: I Peter 1:18,19.

D. The Purpose Of The Lord’s Supper:
Like the ordinance of baptism, the Lord’s Supper is a picture of Jesus Christ.
1. BAPTISM is a symbolic picture of the D __ __ __ __ , B __ __ __ __ __ ,

and R __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ of the Lord Jesus Christ.
[See: Lesson #9]
2. When we observe the LORD’S SUPPER we set forth in beautiful symbol

the L __ __ __ ’__ D __ __ __ __ until He comes — I Corinthians
11:26.
WHO SHOULD OBSERVE THE LORD’S SUPPER?

A. According to Matthew 26:20, when Jesus instituted the Lord’s Supper (during a
pre-Passover meal), who were present? _________________________________
Note: A careful reading of Mark 14:16,17 indicates there were more

disciples than just these present with the Lord.
Note: It is evident from John 13:18-30 that Judas Iscariot left the supper
to betray Jesus before the Lord instituted the Lord’s Supper.
B. According to I Corinthians 12:28a, what did this group of people constitute?

The C __ __ __ __ __ .
C. Compare: Matthew 26:30 with Hebrews 2:12. The Lord’s Supper was instituted
in the C__ __ __ __ __ (“organized assembly of baptized believers”).
D. Read: I Corinthians 11:17-21. Here the Apostle Paul is rebuking the church at
Corinth for turning the simple memorial Supper into a drunken orgy-type feast.
However, note the following:
n verse 17 — “ye C __ __ __ T __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .”
n verse 18 — “ye C__ __ __ T __ __ __ __ __ __ __ in the C __ __ __ __ __ .”
n verse 20 — “ye C__ __ __ T __ __ __ __ __ __ __ into O__ __ P __ __ __ __.”
E. According to I Corinthians 1:2a, to whom was this letter initially addressed?

The “C__ __ __ __ __ of God which is at C__ __ __ __ __ __ .”
(Thus the command to keep the ordinance has been given to the Lord’s churches.)

F. Conclusion: The Lord’s Supper is a C__ __ __ __ __ ordinance. It is given to
the Lord’s churches to observe.
What are the two requirements for membership in a New Testament Baptist
church? [See: Lesson #3.] __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ and __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .
When our Church comes together to observe the Lord’s Supper, only members of our
Church who are in good standing may properly partake. We do not open the Supper to
Christians in general, or even to members of other Baptist churches. Many people find
this a hard doctrine (in the light of the current ecumenical and interdenominational
trends), but remember, it is the LORD’s Supper, not man’s, and He issues the invitation.
Many ‘churches’ open the Lord’s Table “all who love the Lord in sincerity and truth.”
This sounds good, but it opens up the real possibility of allowing Christians holding all
manner of beliefs to join together. I Corinthians 11:18,19 forbids the observance of the
Supper by any church when:
D__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ and H __ __ __ __ __ __ __ are present.
HOW DO WE OBSERVE THE LORD’S SUPPER?

A. How Often?
The Bible does not prescribe a definite time to observe the Lord’s Supper.
I Corinthians 11:26 simply states — “A __ O__ __ __ __ A __ .”
1. Some churches observe the Supper annually, around the time of the
Jewish Passover when the Lord was crucified.
2. Some churches choose to observe the Supper more frequently.
The pastors generally decide when the church should come together and a
special service is held.
B. According to I Corinthians 11:28, the observance of the Supper should be

preceded by solemn, personal self-E __ __ __ __ __ __ __ I O N.
Note: Eating “unworthily” means “in an unworthy manner” as the

context shows (verse 29).
Note: The word “damnation” means “severe judgment” (even physical
death) (verse 30).
C. When observing the Supper, the elements are distributed to the members, then all
eat (or drink) together.
This is because I Corinthians 11:33 gives the instruction to T __ __ __ __ one
for another.

D. Following the observance of the Lord’s Supper, the meeting closes with the
singing of a H __ __ __ — Matthew 26:30.
WHAT DOES THE BIBLE SAY ABOUT THE

ROMAN CATHOLIC “MASS?”
This information is included here because of the vast amount of confusion regarding the
meaning and benefit of the Lord’s Supper.
A. What Are Roman Catholics Taught?
1. That the “mass” is the sacrifice of Jesus Christ Who is really present on the
altar. That He is offered to God for the living and the dead by the priest.
2. That upon the words of consecration by the priest, “Hoc est corpus
meum,” the wafer and the alcoholic wine literally change into the real
flesh and blood of Christ. (This is called “transubstantiation.”)
3. That observance of the mass is a means of grace (part of “salvation”)
whereby the person actually eats the real flesh of Jesus. That it is a mortal
sin to not receive “Holy Communion” at Easter.
B. When Did This Teaching Originate?
1. The doctrine of transubstantiation can be traced to the 9TH century

writings of Paschasius Radburtus. It was declared a doctrine by Pope
Innocent III in 1215 A.D., at the Council of Lateran IV.
2. It is “based” upon a literal interpretation of Matthew 26:26-28 and John
6:53-58.
C. What Does The Bible Have To Say?
1. Eating blood is forbidden by the Law — Leviticus 17:10. (cf. Matthew

5:17.)
2. Idolatry is forbidden — I John 5:21; Exodus 20:4-5. (Roman Catholics
are taught to worship the “Host.”)
3. Jesus spoke symbolically in Matthew 26 because He was literally present.
“This is my body” means this “represents My body!”
A literal interpretation of this passage would also require a literal
interpretation of, say, Matthew 16:23. Oh! Oh! (Roman Catholics are
also taught that Peter was the first pope!)

4. Jesus explains John 6:53-58 by John 6:63. This passage refers to a
spiritual partaking of Christ, Who is metaphorically the “Living Bread”
— see: John 6:51.
5. The death of the Lord Jesus Christ was sufficient and once and for all! The
continual, repetitious “sacrifice” by Roman Catholic priests of their
‘Christ’ is a denial of the finished work of Christ. See: John 19:30;
Hebrews 10:10-12.
6. How can a priest (a creature) make Christ (the Creator)? — John 1:3.
READING ASSIGNMENT:
As given above.
MEMORIZATION:
Try to commit to memory: I Corinthians 11:26.

STUDY #13
M Missions
At the conclusion of His earthly ministry, the Lord Jesus Christ committed His
church to the continuance of His work of redemption. To the assembled body of
(baptized) believers He said: “As my Father hath sent me, even so send I you”
(John 20:21). The Lord’s churches, then, are to duplicate the things done by the
Lord — without change! While so much of what Jesus did could not be
contained in any number of books (John 21:25), there were some works He did
consistently throughout His earthly ministry:
Jesus __ __ __ __ and __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ disciples — John 4:1.
Jesus T __ __ __ __ __ and trained His disciples — Matthew 5:1,2.
Jesus built His __ __ __ __ __ __ — Matthew 16:18.
THE BIBLICAL BASIS FOR MISSIONS

A. Look up and read the following scripture passages that record the words of the
Lord to His Church (assembly of baptized believers):
q Matthew 28:16-20.
q Mark 16:14-20.
q Luke 24:45-49.
q John 20:19-23.
q Acts 1:8.
B. Having read these scriptures, determine the answers to the following:
1. What is our Church to do? ______________________________________

____________________________________________________________
2. What is the extent of our “mission field?” ___________________________
3. What is the message of our mission work? ________________________

____________________________________________________________
4. From whence do we get our power to engage in mission work? _________

____________________________________________________________

THE BIBLICAL PLAN FOR MISSIONS
A. Look up and read: Acts 13:1-5.
1. When God called two men to be missionaries (evangelists), He called

them out of the __ __ __ __ __ __ that was at Antioch.
2. How would you describe the caliber of these men God called? (See also:
Acts 12:25.) _________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________
3. According to verse 3, who is to send missionaries? ___________________
The Bible plan is for evangelists (missionaries) to be financially
supported by New Testament Baptist churches, prayed for by New
Testament Baptist churches, and sent out by New Testament Baptist
churches. (The Word of God knows nothing of “mission boards” and
other para-church mission agencies.)
4. According to verse 4, when a church sends out evangelists, how are those
men to be led into their places of service? __________________________
____________________________________________________________
5. According to verse 5, exactly what is the ministry of an evangelist? _____
____________________________________________________________
B. According to Acts 14:23, evangelists are to establish a __ __ __ __ __ __ from

those won to Christ and baptized.
The Word of God knows nothing of “medical missions,” “educational
missions,” “social justice missions,” or “agricultural missions,” etc.
C. Look up: I Thessalonians 2:4 and I Timothy 1:12. Who calls and equips men to
be preachers? _____________________________________________________
D. Read: Luke 10:1; Acts 10:23; 15:39,40; 16:1-3; 19:22; and Ecclesiastes 4:9,10.
From your study of these passages, how was New Testament evangelism
practiced in the first century?
q By one man working alone
q By several men working as a team

THE BIBLICAL CHALLENGE FOR MISSIONS
A. Look up: John 4:35. What is every Christian to realize? _____________________
__________________________________________________________________
B. Look up: Matthew 9:37a. What is there a great need for today?
__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __.
C. Look up: Matthew 9:38b. What should be our prayer? ____________________

__________________________________________________________________
D. Look up: Acts 9:6. What question should we ask the Lord concerning missions?
__________________________________________________________________
THE BIBLICAL WAY TO SUPPORT MISSIONS

A. WE ARE TO GIVE FINANCIALLY TOWARD MISSIONS:
In II Corinthians 8, 9, and 10, the Bible deals with the subject of giving to the
work of the Lord. Note:
1. The right ATTITUDE in giving — II Corinthians 8:1-5.

2. The right MOTIVE in giving — II Corinthians 9:5-8.
3. The right PURPOSE for giving — II Corinthians 10:14-16.
B. WE ARE TO PRAY FOR MISSIONARIES — Romans 15:31.
1. Pray for _____________________________________________________

II Thessalonians 3:2.
2. Pray for _____________________________________________________

Ephesians 6:19.
3. Pray for _____________________________________________________

Hebrews 13:18.
4. Pray for _____________________________________________________

II Thessalonians 3:1.

C. GOD BLESSES A MISSION-MINDED CHURCH:
Read: Philippians 4:14-19.
1. What church repeatedly helped Paul financially?

The church at __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .
2. What abounded to the heavenly account of this church?

__ __ __ __ __ .
3. What did God promise to supply for this church?

__ __ __ their __ __ __ __ .
“A missionary is God’s child in God’s place

doing God’s work in God’s way
by God’s power for God’s glory.”
WRITTEN ASSIGNMENT:
Make a list of the missionaries our Church helps support, noting their fields of
labor.
MEMORIZATION:
Try to commit to memory: Mark 16:15.

STUDY #14
N The New Birth

There are some precious Bible words we almost hesitate to use these days
because they have been abused and misused throughout Christendom. Words
like “Christian” and “bishop” mean different things to different people, even
though their Bible meaning has never changed.
Another term subjected to such abuse is “born again.” It has been so
cheapened and downgraded by the world that now we must define terms. “What
do you mean that you are born again?” Today, you are supposed to be “born
again” if you have had some life-changing experience. It is used in popular songs
to mean “falling in love.” Hollywood superstars by the dozen profess to be “born
again” — and yet continue producing their wicked wares. Roman Catholics and
other cults are now using the term, “born again.”
Because the Lord Jesus Christ said we could not get to Heaven without being
“born again,” it becomes vitally important that we understand the Bible
meaning of the term.
WHAT BEING “BORN AGAIN” IS NOT

A. The New Birth Is NOT Baptism:
Those who teach the doctrine of “Baptismal Regeneration/Remission” (which all
infant-sprinkling ‘churches’ and some immersing ‘churches’ like the Church of
Christ denomination do!) use the following scriptures as proof texts:
1. John 3:5 —“...born of water...”

The context of this verse, especially John 3:6, shows that being “born of
water” refers to the physical birth.
a. Born of water — “that which is born of flesh is flesh.”
b. Born of the Spirit — “that which is born of the Spirit is spirit.”
2. Titus 3:5 — “ ...washing of regeneration...”
However, Revelation 1:5 defines what this washing is — it is being washed
and cleansed by the blood of Jesus Christ. See also: Psalm 51:2,7; Isaiah
1:18; I John 1:7b.
3. I Peter 3:21 — “...baptism doth also now save us...”
A careful reading of this verse shows:

a. Baptism is a “figure” (a symbol).
b. The literal washing of the body does nothing for us spiritually.
c. Baptism is the answer (response) of a good conscience toward
God. How do we get a good conscience in the first place?? See: I
Peter 3:14-16.
It is not the act of baptism which saves us; it is what baptism pictures that saves
— i.e., the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
B. The New Birth Is NOT Reformation:

How often do people “turn over a new leaf?” Getting rid of a bad habit is always a
good thing — but it is NOT the new birth.
1. Nicodemus had religion and a position of authority — but that wasn’t

enough. See: John 3:1,7.
2. The rich young ruler kept the commandments (or so he thought) — but
that wasn’t enough. See: Mark 10:17-22.
3. Saul (later, Paul) had every outward reason to be accepted by God — but
that wasn’t enough. See: Philippians 3:4-8.
C. The New Birth Is NOT Some Religious Experience:

Many people equate their experience to real salvation.
1. Simon Magnus had an experience — but that wasn’t enough. See: Acts
8:9,13,18-22.
2. Jesus warned about shallow, experience-oriented emotionalism in
Matthew 13:3,5,18,20,21.
Note: Emotions are evoked when we are born again, and many people
count their salvation as an experience. The important thing to
remember is that the experience is not what saves — it is
something which follows!
FACTS
FAITH
KBAY. STS.B.
KBAY. STS.B.
FEELINGS
“The place of the “...he answered and said, I “...and he went on his way
__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .”
which he read was this...” that Jesus Christ is the Son
of God.”
Acts 8:32 Acts 8:37 Acts 8:39
FACTS FAITH FEELINGS

WHAT BEING “BORN AGAIN” REALLY IS
A. The New Birth Is The Work Of God:
1. John 6:63 — “The flesh (ourselves) profiteth __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .”

The Holy Spirit __ __ __ __ __ __ __ E T H (makes alive).
2. Ephesians 2:1 — “You hath __ __ quickened.”
3. Ephesians 2:10 — “We are __ __ __ workmanship.”
4. John 3:5 — “Except a man be born of water [natural birth] __ __ __ of the
__ __ __ __ __ __ , he __ __ __ __ __ __ enter into the kingdom of God.”
B. The New Birth Is Accomplished Through The Word Of God:
1. John 15:3 —“Now ye are __ __ __ __ __ through the __ __ __ __ .”

2. I Corinthians 4:15 — “For in Christ Jesus I have __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __
you through the __ __ __ __ __ __” — I Corinthians 4:15.
3. I Peter 1:23 — “Born again by the __ __ __ __ of __ __ __.”
C. The New Birth Is The Imparting Of A New Nature:
1. II Peter 1:4 — We are made partakers of the __ __ __ __ __ __

__ __ __ __ __ __ .
2. II Corinthians 5:17 — We are made a __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ in

Christ.
D. The New Birth Is The ONLY Means Of Entering God’s Family:

See: John 1:12,13.
“Born... not of blood — i.e. of human lineage (God has no grandchildren!)
nor of the will of the flesh —i.e. through works, reformation, etc.
nor of the will of man — i.e. through priest, pope, or pastor!
...but of God!!”
THE ABSOLUTE NECESSITY OF A NEW BIRTH

Write out: John 3:3,7. ____________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________

HOW IS A MAN “BORN AGAIN?”
As with our physical birth, there are three requirements for a spiritual birth:
A WOMB — the human heart.
A SEED — the Word of God.
A CONCEPTION — the work of the Spirit, creating life.
While this miracle is entirely the work of God, it cannot take place until a man actually
receives Christ.
THERE IS A
HUMAN SIDE DIVINE SIDE
I John 5:1; John 1:12 James 1:18; John 3:8
Look at
John 1:12,13
OUR PART GOD’S PART
“But as many as received Him...
...to them gave He power to

become the sons of God...
...even to them that

believe on His name...
Which were born...

...not of blood, nor of
the will of the flesh,
nor of the will of man,
but... ...of God.”
READING ASSIGNMENT: Read the Book of I Peter.
MEMORIZATION: Try to memorize: John 3:3.

STUDY #15
O Obedience
In his excellent book, Growing Up God’s Way,1 John A. Stormer has these
things to say: “‘Obey’ is the most important single word in the Bible. Being
obedient is the key to receiving all of God’s blessings. To be saved from sin and
Hell, a person must obey God’s command ... Acts 16:31. There are a multitude
of other material and spiritual blessings for those who obey God.”
This current age is characterized by rebellion. Rebellion and disobedience come
directly from man’s sinful nature (see: II Timothy 3:2 and Romans 5:19a). We see
rebellion in the home, rebellion in society, rebellion in our churches — all
stemming from a basic rebellious attitude toward God. Now, as never before, we
need to seriously concern ourselves with this subject of OBEDIENCE.
OBEDIENCE DEFINED
Stormer gives the following explanation of obedience:
“Obedience is doing what those in authority request or want. It is the opposite of
‘doing your own thing.’ True obedience involves doing what an authority wants
immediately, respectfully, joyfully, and completely. Obedience requires the
submission of the will of the individual to those in charge. True obedience
ultimately stems from submission to God.” 2
GOD’S ATTITUDE REGARDING OBEDIENCE

A. Look up: I Samuel 15:22. What does God say is better than sacrifice?
To __ __ __ __ .
B. Look up: Acts 13:22. How did the Lord describe David, the son of Jesse?
“A __ __ __ after __ __ __ __ own __ __ __ __ __.”
1 Stormer, John A. Growing Up God’s Way: Florissant, Missouri: Liberty Bell Press, 1984:
pp.103,104 (This book is highly recommended — especially to those with young children, or those just
commencing family life.)
2 Ibid.

C. Why did the Lord so describe King David in Acts 13:22b?
__________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
GOD’S ATTITUDE REGARDING DISOBEDIENCE

A. Look up: I Samuel 15:23. What does God say rebellion is like?
The sin of __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .
B. What was the penalty required for rebellion in sons under the Mosaic Law? See:
Deuteronomy 21:18-21.
__________________________________________________________________
THE SOURCE OF TRUE OBEDIENCE

A. John 14:15 — “If ye __ __ __ __ me, __ __ __ __ my commandments.”
B. John 14:23a — “If a man __ __ __ __ me, he will __ __ __ __ my

__ __ __ __ __.”
C. I John 5:3b — “His commandments are not __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .”
D. I John 4:19 — “We love him, because he __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ us.”
PROMISES AND BLESSINGS RELATING TO

OBEDIENCE
A. Look up: I John 3:22. What does God promise us when we keep His
commandments and do those things that are pleasing in His sight?
_________________________________________________________________
B. According to John 15:10, where does an obedient Christian abide?

_________________________________________________________________
C. Look up: Matthew 6:31-33. What three things does God promise to take care of
for us when we put Him first?
_______________ _______________ _______________

D. According to John 15:14, what does obedience make us?
_________________________________________________________________
E. What is perfected in our lives when we keep God’s Word — I John 2:5?
_________________________________________________________________
F. If we hear the Word of God, yet do nothing about it, what is the result — James
1:22? ___________________________________________________________
What does James 4:17 call this? _____________________________________
G. According to Matthew 7:24-27, to what does the Lord Jesus compare the life of
an obedient person? _______________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
THE RIGHT ATTITUDE IN OBEDIENCE

It is against human (sinful) nature to obey. Obedience comes as a result of training, and
attitude is all important here.
A. Obedience ought to be a __ __ __ __ __ __ __ — Psalms 40:8.
B. Obedience is to be with the whole __ __ __ __ __ and __ __ __ __ —

Deuteronomy 26:16.
C. Obedience requires us to be __ __ __ __ __ __ and very

C__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ — Joshua 1:7.
D. When obeying the Lord, we need to make __ __ __ __ __ and not

D__ __ __ Y — Psalms 119:60.
E. According to Luke 5:4-7, what should our attitude be when God’s Word seems to
contradict our own judgment? _______________________________________
F. According to Matthew 21:28-31, are good intentions alone sufficient for

obedience? _______________

AREAS OF GOD-DIRECTED OBEDIENCE
Every Christian needs to recognize what has been termed “GOD’S CHAIN OF
COMMAND.” By this we mean that not every action required of us is commanded
directly from Heaven; but that God has placed others over us in various segments of
life, who will be used by Him to accomplish His perfect will in our lives.
We are to submit to these authorities as unto the Lord.
An example of this “chain of command” in relation to marriage is given in I Corinthians
11:3.
GOD THE FATHER
GOD THE SON
HUSBAND
WIFE
A wife who truly loves God will never “run” her husband, but lovingly submit to his
leadership as unto the Lord.
Note: This has nothing to do with equality or inequality, as the first example
below shows.
A. THE LORD JESUS CHRIST WAS AN OBEDIENT SON:
1. He was obedient to God the Father’s __ __ __ __ — John 6:38,39.

2. He was not in any way unequal with the Father, declaring “I and my Father
are __ __ __ ” — John 10:30.
3. Christ thought it not __ __ __ __ __ __ __ (something He had to steal) to

be equal with God — Philippians 2:6.
4. According to Philippians 2:5-8, He was obedient unto __ __ __ __ __ .
5. According to Luke 2:51, as a child, Jesus was __ __ __ __ __ __ __ to His

earthly mother and Joseph.

B. FIVE AREAS OF AUTHORITY REQUIRING A CHRISTIAN’S
OBEDIENCE:
1. In Marriage.
The __ __ __ __ is to submit to her __ __ __ __ __ __ __.
Read: Ephesians 5:22; Colossians 3:18; I Peter 3:1-6.
2. In The Home.
__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ are to obey their __ __ __ __ __ __ __.
Read: Ephesians 6:1; Colossians 3:20.
3. In The Workplace.
__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ are to be obedient to their __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .
See: Ephesians 6:5-7; Colossians 3:22.
4. In Society.
Every citizen is to be __ __ __ __ __ __ __ to the higher powers.
See: Romans 13:1-7.
5. In Our Church.
Each member is to __ __ __ __ __ __ to those that have the rule over them
(i.e., the pastors) — Hebrews 13:7,17.
In each of these areas, God expects you to obey those in authority just as you
would (and with the same attitude) Him. Yet, it is in each of these areas we find the
most rebellion today — bossy, domineering wives (or weak, spineless husbands);
rampant, bratty children; militant unions; anarchists; and church members who
continually “buck” the pastor. Read: Isaiah 3:12.
Let not these things be named in our life — we have already read about God’s
opinion of rebellion.
If the one in authority is failing to give leadership or be responsible — God will
deal with him. Leave these things to God — don’t try to rectify the situation by
usurping the authority. That’s wrong too!
Read: I Peter 3:1-7 and see that a wife CAN win her husband. How?? Not by
taking over and running things, but by the ornament of subjection.

GOD
THE APPOINTED AUTHORITY

OVER MY LIFE
Husband Parents
Pastor Employer
Government Teacher
DISOBEDIENCE OBEDIENCE
ME ME
I only see this I now see this
authority as: authority as:
denying loving
requiring caring
restricting protecting
taking away very wise
RESENTMENT CONTENTMENT
READING ASSIGNMENT:
Read: Genesis Chapter 22.
MEMORIZATION:
Try to commit to memory: II Corinthians 10:5.

STUDY #16
P Prayer
According to Acts 2:42, the young Christians, along with the older believers,
“continued stedfastly in the apostles’ doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of
bread, AND IN PRAYERS.” These believers had developed from the very
beginning of their new life in Christ some definite habits — including prayer.
Through His Word, the Bible, God speaks to the Christian. In prayer, the
Christian talks to God. Yet, in this busy, bustling world, both Bible study and
prayer are neglected by so many.
WHAT IS PRAYER?
Read over the previous study about prayer. [See: Lesson #4, Daily Walk]
A. The word “pray” means “to __ __ __ .”
B. Give a scripture reference showing this to be so. ________________________
C. According to I John 5:14, prayer is asking for __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ according

to His will.
D. Prayer is asking for __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ — Philippians 4:6.
WHY SHOULD I PRAY?

The Bible teaches us that prayer is both a COMMAND and a PRIVILEGE.
A. We Are Commanded To Pray:
1. Luke 18:1— Men ought __ __ __ __ __ __ to pray.

2. Colossians 4:2 — __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ in prayer.
3. I Thessalonians 5:17 — Pray without __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .
4. Matthew 7:7 — __ __ __ .

B. We Are Privileged To Pray:
1. John 16:24 — Prayer brings fullness of __ __ __ .

2. Hebrews 4:16 — We are invited to come __ __ __ __ __ __ to the throne of
grace.
HOW DO I PRAY?
In Luke 11:1, the disciples of the Lord Jesus Christ asked of Him a noble thing when
they said, “Lord, teach us to pray.” In response Jesus gave them the Model Prayer
(commonly mis-named the “Lord’s Prayer”). You can read this in Luke 11:2-4 and
Matthew 6:9-13.
Below are answers to common questions regarding some of the “essentials” of prayer:
A. What Posture Should I Adopt When Praying?
1. Mark 11:25 — We may __ __ __ __ __ and pray.

2. I Kings 8:54 — We may __ __ __ __ __ and pray.
3. Acts 16:13 — We may __ __ __ and pray.
4. Matthew 26:39 — We may fall on our __ __ __ __ and pray.
From your study of these scriptures, what do you conclude about the posture we
should adopt when we pray? ______________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
B. To Whom Do I Address My Prayer?

Study: Matthew 6:9; John 16:23; Acts 12:5; John 15:16.
I am to pray to _____________________________________________________ .
C. In Whose Name Do I Pray?

Study: John 14:14 and John 16:24.
I am to pray in __ __ __ __ __’ Name. This means “by His authority!”
Note: When we present a check to the bank, the most important thing
the teller looks at to verify its authenticity is the signature.
“Whose name is on the check?” “Does this signature authorize
the payment of funds?” If we signed the check with our own
name, it would be fraud and would undoubtedly “bounce!”
The riches of Christ are __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ —
Ephesians 3:8.

D. In Whose Power Am I To Pray?
Read: Ephesians 6:18 and Jude 20.
I am to pray in (the power of) the __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .
E. The Right Attitudes In Prayer.

Listed below are some key attitudes in praying. Study the scripture references
given, then jot each reference down next to the corresponding “prayer attitude”
they teach.
Psalm 62:8; Matthew 6:9; Matthew 6:10b; Luke 11:3; Luke 11:5-8; Luke 18:1-5;
Romans 15:30; Philippians 4:6b; I Thessalonians 5:18; Hebrews 4:16; Hebrews
11:6; James 1:5-7; James 5:16d; I Peter 5:7; I John 5:14.
1. Reverence:
2. Boldness:
3. Faith:
4. Thanksgiving:
5. Persistence:
6. Dependence:
7. Earnestness:
8. Confidence:
9. Openness:
WHEN SHOULD I PRAY?

There are two Bible answers to this question:
A. I Am To Pray __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ — I Thessalonians 5:17.

This means that we are to be in the attitude of prayer, ready to pray (“on praying
ground”) at all times. In other words, there is NO TIME when we cannot pray.
Read also: Luke 18:1; Romans 12:12; Colossians 4:2; Ephesians 6:18.
B. I Am To Have Definite, Set Times Of Prayer.
1. Daniel prayed __ __ __ __ __ times daily — Daniel 6:10.

2. David prayed each __ __ __ __ __ __ __ — Psalm 5:3.
3. The Lord Jesus prayed in the __ __ __ __ __ __ __ — Mark 1:35.
4. The apostles practiced set times of prayer — Acts 3:1.

It is vital that you develop a pattern of regular prayer. Always begin the day with
prayer. See: Proverbs 8:17.
WHERE SHOULD I PRAY?

There are three kinds of prayer found in the Word of God. Each of them ought to be
part of the Christian’s prayer life:
A. PERSONAL, PRIVATE PRAYER:

Read: Matthew 6:6.
1. Jesus calls the place for this kind of praying a C __ __ __ __ __ , which

means we need to be in a place where we can pray without interruptions.
2. Jesus assures us God hears and answers our S __ __ __ __ __ prayers.
B. PUBLIC PRAYER:
Read: Acts 4:24; Acts 12:5,12 and Ephesians 5:19,20.
1. This kind of praying is usually done in church meetings and gatherings of

believers.
2. In such meetings the public prayer is worded by one person at a time — I
Corinthians 14:23,40.
3. When one leads the congregation in prayer, everyone participates in the
prayer by saying Amen (“so be it”) at its conclusion — I Corinthians
14:16.
4. In mixed company, public prayers are offered by men — I Corinthians
14:34, I Timothy 2:8.
C. PARTNERSHIP PRAYER:
Read: Matthew 18:19,20.
It will be a blessing in your life if you seek out another believer in the Church to
become “prayer partners.” Ask God to lead you to someone with whom you can
spend time in prayer together. Great things can happen through this kind of
praying — Acts 3:1&c.
WILL MY PRAYERS ALWAYS BE ANSWERED?

A. THERE ARE TWO CONDITIONS FOR PRAYER TO BE ANSWERED:
1. I John 5:14 — “...according __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ ...”

How do we know God’s will? See: John 15:7. ___________________
____________________________________________________________
2. Matthew 21:22 — “... __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ ...”

Why is it necessary to exercise faith when we pray? See: Hebrews 11:6;
James 1:6. __________________________________________________
B. GOD ALWAYS ANSWERS REAL PRAYER, BUT IN THREE POSSIBLE

WAYS:
q YES — Psalm 84:11c — Good things
q NO — James 4:3 — Harmful things
q WAIT — Luke 11:8 — How much do you desire it?
WHAT ARE SOME HINDRANCES TO

ANSWERED PRAYER?
A. Unconfessed __ __ __ — Psalm 66:18; Isaiah 59:1,2.
B. S __ __ __ I S H motives — James 4:3.
C. Failure to __ __ __ __ __ __ __ others — Mark 11:24,25.
D. Poor relationships in M __ __ __ __ __ __ __ — I Peter 3:7.
E. Failure to L __ __ __ __ __ to God’s Word — Proverbs 28:9.
F. Lack of compassion — Proverbs 21:13.
G. Stubbornness — Zechariah 7:8-14.
How do we get any hindrances removed? See: I John 1:9.
WHAT THINGS SHOULD I PRAY FOR?

A. Look up: Romans 10:1.
1. For whom was Paul concerned? _________________________________

2. What was his prayer for them? ______________________________
____________________________________________________________

B. Look up: I Timothy 2:1-4.
List three groups of people we are to pray for:
1. ______________________________________________________________
2. ______________________________________________________________
3. ______________________________________________________________
C. What does the Lord want us to pray for, according to Matthew 9:37,38?
__________________________________________________________________
D. According to Ephesians 6:19,20, what should we pray for those who serve the
Lord in the Gospel ministry? _________________________________________
E. Matthew 5:44 instructs us to pray for whom? ___________________________
F. According to I Samuel 12:23, failure to pray for others is __ __ __ .
G. Look up the following scriptures and make a “prayer list” of things we might ask
for ourselves:
Matthew 6:11
James 1:5
Matthew 26:41
Psalm 19:14
Psalm 34:4
Psalm 37:5
Psalm 51:2,10
Psalm 119:18
Psalm 119:34
Psalm 119:133
MEMORIZATION:

STUDY #17
Q Questions Often Asked

This ABC’s of Christian Growth program is specifically designed to teach you the
basics of the Christian life. But as with most things in life, we never stop learning,
and you will most certainly find yourself asking questions such as, “What does
the Bible say about...?” or, “How may I...?”
Answers to many questions will be found in the studies you have already done,
or will be doing. It is strongly recommended that you review your past work from
time to time, and especially anytime you have a question.
In this particular study, you will find Bible answers to a number of
commonly-asked questions which are not covered in this series. This is one
study which will no doubt expand as different questions are asked — so don’t
hesitate to ask your Older Brother/Older Sister or the pastor about anything you
want to know from the Bible!
THINGS TO KEEP IN MIND WHEN ASKING

QUESTIONS ABOUT THE BIBLE
A. The Bible is God’s complete revelation of Himself to man. It does not tell us
everything there is to know (John 21:25), but everything God wants us to know.
B. The Bible has the answer — sometimes it requires diligent and searching
study to find it, not because God wants to make things difficult, but because we
are sinful, weak, finite, or perhaps just spiritually immature. Read: Hebrews
5:11-14.
C. There are some things we may never really understand, especially when it comes
to the Lord’s workings in our life and those around us. Most believers develop a
“list” of things they want to ask when they get to Heaven — yet they know God
already has the answer, and it’s the right one. See: Genesis 18:25e.
D. We are to avoid __ __ __ __ __ __ __ and __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ questions

(II Timothy 2:23), along with __ __ __ __ __ __ __ and old __ __ __ __ __ fables
(I Timothy 4:7).
This really means our questions should pertain to faith, personal growth,
godliness, and helpful Bible study. If all you want to do is “nail the preacher” or

“stump” your Older Brother/Older Sister, you will more than likely succeed, but
will not be profited nor benefit anyone.
E. Be very careful you do not MAJOR ON THE MINORS and MINOR ON THE
MAJORS. One of Satan’s traps is to get a believer to run off on some incidental
hobby horse to the neglect of soul winning, real Bible study, sweet fellowship,
faithful Christian living, etc. Read: I Timothy 6:3-5a.
F. When you discover a Bible answer, put it into practice. Some answers you (your
old nature) will not like. Nevertheless, put it into practice. Read: James 1:22.
NOW TO SOME QUESTIONS
WHAT HAPPENS TO INFANTS AND LITTLE

CHILDREN IF THEY DIE?
A. Read: Acts 13:22 and II Samuel 23:1,2. Was king David saved? ___________
B. Read: I Kings 2:10 and Psalm 23:6. Where did David go when he died? ______
_________________________________________________________________
C. Read: II Samuel 12:23. When the child of David and Bathsheba died at just one
week old, David said, “I shall __ __ __ __ him.”
This amounts to Bible proof that little ones are safe in Jesus and will go into the
presence of the Lord should they die. How sad that so many people have their
babies sprinkled shortly after birth because they have been taught to fear dying
“unbaptized.”
WHAT IS THE “AGE OF ACCOUNTABILITY?”

A. This is a non-Biblical term used to express the Bible teaching that a child is safe in
Jesus until it reaches an age of understanding and moral responsibility. It is the
time of life when a child comes to understand right and wrong and is able to make
deliberate choices in actions. At this point, a child can and needs to be saved —
and a child can understand how to be saved.

B. While there is no set age for this “age of accountability,” the Bible indicates there
is such an age for each child.
1. Read: Deuteronomy 1:39. Small children are “innocent” when they have
no K __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ between __ __ __ __ and __ __ __ __ .
2. Read: Ezekiel 12:2. People are accountable for their actions when they
have __ __ __ __ to __ __ __ and see __ __ __ , etc.
See also: Nehemiah 8:2.
3. Read: Genesis 8:21. The imagination of a man’s heart is said to be evil
from his __ __ __ __ __ .
4. Read: II Chronicles 36:9. The eight-year-old king Jehoiachin did that

which was __ __ __ __ in the sight of the L ORD.
5. Read: Matthew 19:16-20. The rich young man was able to understand
and keep the Ten Commandments from his __ __ __ __ __ on up (or so he
thought!).
Note: NEVER force or pressure your children into making a profession

of Christ. ALWAYS pray for their salvation and guide them along
spiritual paths — and be ready to lead them to Christ.
According to II Timothy 3:15, young children can learn the
scriptures which will one day lead them to salvation.
According to I Samuel 3:1,7, young children can even serve the
Lord and be faithful. Great training for when they are saved!!
According to Mark 10:13,14, Jesus welcomes little children and
taught the necessity of “child-like faith”— verse 15.
IS ABORTION RIGHT OR WRONG?

The act of terminating unwanted pregnancies is in epidemic stage around the
world. The basic issue in this ‘debate’ is whether human life exists before birth;
that is, in the womb.
A. Pro-abortionists argue that an embryo is just a mass of cells and tissue — simply a
part of the mother’s body. To them, abortion is nothing different than a
tonsillectomy.
1. Read: Psalm 139:13-16. When did God take a vital interest in David?
__________________________________________________________

2. Read: Psalm 51:5. When did David receive his sin nature?___________
____________________________________________________________
3. Read: Jeremiah 1:5.When did the Lord first know Jeremiah? __________
____________________________________________________________
4. Read: Luke 1:44. When Elizabeth was six months pregnant, her baby
expressed the emotion of __ __ __ within her womb.
5. Read: Genesis 25:22,23. Here we read of twins squabbling before birth,

and the Lord God giving promises concerning unborn children.
B. The conclusion of scripture is that life begins at conception.

Medical science supports this fact — an embryo has a separate heartbeat,
brainwaves, and makes its own red and white cells.
Abortion is murder. Abortion is wrong!
ISSINFUL
HOMOSEXUALITY A TRAIT OF BIRTH, OR A
PERVERSION?
“Alternate lifestyles” are being openly promoted in today’s society. As nations
increasingly forget God and turn their ears from the Truth, we are seeing
behavior which was at one time never tolerated now being flaunted.
Homosexuals and lesbians are demanding total acceptability by, and integration
into, the community, claiming they were born that way and as such are normal,
though different! What does God say?
A. Look up: I Kings 14:24; 15:12; 22:46 and II Kings 23:7. What does the Bible call
these so-called “Gays?”
__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __
B. This Biblical designation of the homosexual comes from the name of the wicked
city of __ __ __ __ __ — Genesis 18:20.
C. According to Genesis 19:24, what was God’s judgment upon Sodom and
Gomorrah? _______________________________________________________
D. Read: Genesis 19:4,5. The crowd which gathered outside Lot’s home consisted
of both __ __ __ & __ __ __ __ __ , people from every __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .
This indicates that the sodomite corruption had extended to all ages and all
stratas of society.

E. What does God call homosexuality? — Leviticus 18:22.
An A __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .
F. What punishment did God decree for homosexuality? — Leviticus 20:13.

____________________________
G. Read: Leviticus 18:22-24. What is the effect upon a nation when sodomites are
tolerated? _________________________________________________________
H. Read: I Timothy 1:9,10. This passage is the basis for using the Mosaic code as
the foundation for righteous government of any society.
I. Read: Romans 1:26,27,32.
1. God calls this behavior “against __ __ __ __ __ __ ” (verse 26) — that is,

unnatural, and therefore not a fact of birth or heredity.
2. God calls this practice “ __ __ __ __ affections” (verse 26) and burning
“__ __ __ __ ” (verse 27).
3. God’s Word says those who practice this “unseemly” behavior will receive
“in __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ that recompence of their error which was
meet [fitting]” (verse 27). AIDS is one grim example of this!
4. Those committing such acts are worthy of __ __ __ __ __ (verse 32).
J. Study: I Corinthians 6:9-11.
1. Verse 9 refers to sodomites as “E __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __” and

“A __ __ __ __ __ __ of themselves with mankind.”
2. Verse 11 says: “And such __ __ __ __ some of you...” (i.e. members of the
church at Corinth.) This clearly teaches that sodomites can be saved.
Notice the past tense, however.
3. How is a homosexual saved? The same way you were saved — through
repentance and faith in the Lord Jesus Christ!
Verse 11 goes on to declare: “...but ye are __ __ __ __ __ __ , but ye are
__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ , but ye are __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ in the
name of the Lord Jesus and __ __ the __ __ __ __ __ __ of our God.”
Note the present tense.
Clearly, homosexuality is a perverted sexual practice and one which the Bible
strongly condemns. It is destructive to any nation which tolerates it (let alone
promotes it) — Proverbs 14:34 — and eternally damning to anyone who
practices it. Christ is the only hope for the Sodomite!

DOES GOD PREDESTINATE PEOPLE TO
SALVATION?
There is a very popular long-time theory in religious circles which holds salvation
to be a matter of predestination. That is, you are saved because God predestined
you to be saved. The logical (and often-stated) corollary is: “If some are
predestined to Heaven, the rest are predestined to Hell.” This teaching, which
began with Augustine (354-430 A.D.) and was systematized by the Protestant
reformer John Calvin (1509-1564 A.D.), is usually called “Calvinism.” It affirms
that we have no choice in the matter of salvation; it was all settled long before the
world was created.
A. Calvinism basically teaches you are predestinated to receive Christ.
B. The Bible says the moment you receive Christ — as a Christian — you have a
great (pre-determined) destiny.
1. According to Romans 8:29, the believer is predestined to be:

__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ to the __ __ __ __ __ of Christ.
2. According to Ephesians 1:5, the believer is predestined to the:
__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ of children; i.e., we become the sons (and
daughters) of God.
3. According to Ephesians 1:11, the pre-determined destiny of each believer
is called an I __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .
Note: The moment Charles Philip Arthur George Windsor was born
into this world — he was predestined to become the King of
England. No one would say he was predestined to be born!
IS HELL A REAL PLACE?

The doctrine of Hell and everlasting punishment is an unpopular subject today;
and most cultured ‘churches’ along with the cults, reject it.
A. Read: Luke 16:19-31.
1. Is this ever referred to as a parable? ____________

2. Was the rich man conscious in Hell? ____________
3. Could the rich man ever leave Hell? ____________
B. Read: Matthew 25:41.

1. Hell was prepared for _________________________________________ .
2. Some say Hell means “annihilation.”
Matthew 25:46 refers to it as __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ (unending)
__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .
C. Read: Revelation 20:11-15.
1. The eternal region of the lost is called the __ __ __ __ of __ __ __ __

2. Who are to be cast into this awful place? __________________________
____________________________________________________________
D. Read: Matthew 5:22; 10:28; 13:40-42,49,50; 23:33; Mark 9:43-49.

Who spoke these words? __________________________________________
WHAT DID JESUS LOOK LIKE?

Nobody knows! Religious artists centuries later portrayed Him as a pale-faced,
long-haired, effeminate “hippy.” This is nothing but wild imagination.
A. Read: Isaiah 53:2. This prophecy of Christ says He would have no __ __ __ __

nor __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ and no __ __ __ __ __ __ that we should desire
Him.
Christ was not a Greek “Adonis”— there was nothing physically attractive about
Him.
B. Read: Matthew 26:48. He did not stand out from the crowd. See also: John 8:59
and Luke 24:15-18.
C. Read: I Corinthians 11:14. Could Jesus have had long hair? _______________
D. It is certain Jesus looked like an average Jew. An olive complexion, short, dark
hair, and a beard (Isaiah 50:6) is a more probable description.
The fact that no Biblical description is given of our Saviour is no doubt meant to
prevent the idolatrous worship of images and pictures. See: Romans 1:23 and I
John 5:21.

SHOULD CHRISTIANS OBSERVE CHRISTMAS?
The Christmas season has largely become a time of revelry and fleshly
indulgence, and no Christian ought to join in such things — Galatians 5:19-21; I
Corinthians 5:11.
Christmas is also a time given over to many religious customs and ideas which
have absolutely nothing to do with the Word of God. This is another area of
danger for a Bible-believing Baptist — Colossians 2:8.
In our Church, we encourage God’s people to use this season for evangelism.
According to John 3:16, the central message of the birth of Jesus Christ is “God
seeking the salvation of man,” so there are two things we strongly suggest:
· Use the opportunities that arise in visiting with family and friends to
share with them the greatest of all Gifts (Romans 6:23b). At the very
least, place a Gospel tract with every gift or card given.
· Give sacrificially to missions at this time. If you feel at liberty to give
gifts, why not take up the challenge of giving to the Lord at least as
much as you spend on others?
When you think about Christmas, keep in mind the following facts:
A. Jesus was NOT born on December 25. This would have been in the middle of
winter, and shepherds would not have their sheep out in the fields!
B. There were NOT three wise men! Three men riding on camels over such a long
distance through inhospitable country infested with thieves and wild animals
would have been fools!! The Bible says there was a company of Magi — they
brought three kinds of gifts.
C. The wise men did NOT meet with the shepherds in the stable around the manger.
1. According to Matthew 2:11, they came to a H __ __ __ __ and saw Jesus

as a Y __ __ __ __ C __ __ __ __ .
2. Matthew 2:16 indicates the young child was almost __ __ __ years old at
this time.
D. Involving our children in the myth of Santa Claus is not wise, because we are in
fact telling them a lie! Moreover, the Santa Claus (named after the Roman
Catholic cardinal ‘Saint Nicholas’) most often portrayed is a substitute for our
Heavenly Father.

SHOULD CHRISTIANS OBSERVE EASTER?
Easter is the most solemn religious observance in Christendom. The question is,
does the Lord want us to set aside one time each year to remember His death
and resurrection?
A. According to John 20:1, Jesus rose from the dead on the __ __ __ __ __ day of
the week.
B. According to Acts 20:7 and I Corinthians 16:2, the first-century churches began
meeting on the __ __ __ __ __ day of the week.
Baptists remember and celebrate the Lord’s resurrection every Sunday!
C. We also remember these events when we meet to observe the ______________

________________________ — I Corinthians 11:24-26.
D. We also remember these events whenever we witness a __ __ __ __ __ __ __ —

Romans 6:4.
Please keep in mind that the Lord Jesus Christ was crucified on a WEDNESDAY,
and He rose from the dead on a SUNDAY. See: Matthew 12:40. (This is the
reason we do not observe “Good Friday.”)
HOW CAN I KNOW GOD’S PARTICULAR WILL

FOR MY LIFE?
A. Every believer ought to pray, “L__ __ __ , __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __
__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ ” — Acts 9:6.
B. The Lord reveals His will for our lives through the following means:
1. The BIBLE — Psalm 119:105. God will NEVER, EVER lead you contrary
to His Word.
2. The HOLY __ __ __ __ __ __ — Acts 8:29; 16:7; John 16:13.
This comes when the facts and truth of God’s Word is attested in our
hearts.
3. The C __ __ __ __ __ __ of others — Proverbs 11:14. (This must always
be judged in the light of the Word of God.)
a. Your Parents — Ephesians 6:1; Proverbs 3:1-4; 4:1-4; 13:1. The
insight, wisdom, and advice of parents should always be sought
and considered.

b. Your Pastors — Hebrews 13:17. Always feel free to talk to your
pastor about anything. He is prepared and willing to give
spiritual counsel from the Bible.
c. Your Church — Acts 15:25,28a. In areas of major
decision-making, especially involving Christian service, the
advice of your church should be sought.
4. The PROVIDENTIAL LEADING of God — that is, through

circumstances. See: Psalm 27:11.
When these four things all harmonize and point in the same direction, we may be
certain of God’s guidance.
ISOFIT“SINLESS
POSSIBLE FOR ME TO REACH A STAGE
PERFECTION?”
A. According to Galatians 5:17, each believer experiences an inward battle between
the __ __ __ __ __ and the __ __ __ __ __ __ .
B. According to I John 1:8–2:1, anyone who says they no longer sin has ______
_________________________________________________________________ .
C. One of the most victorious Christians of all time (the apostle Paul) said that within
his old nature (the flesh) “dwelleth __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __” —
Romans 7:15-21.
D. The only time a Christian will be sinless and perfect is when delivered from the
“__ __ __ __ of this death” — Romans 7:24.
E. Nevertheless, according to Titus 2:12 and I John 3:3, what kind of life should a
Christian strive to lead by God’s grace? ________________________________
WHAT SHOULD I DO ABOUT MY WORRIES?

A. According to Psalm 127:2, it is V __ __ __ to worry.
B. According to Romans 8:28, God works through A __ __ T __ __ __ __ __ for our

good.

C. Worry is a lack of faith or trust in a Great God. Lack of faith is UNBELIEF!
According to Romans 14:23 and Hebrews 3:12, unbelief is S __ __ .
D. What are we to cast upon the Lord? I Peter 5:7 ________________________
E. We are to be careful (“full of care” or anxious) for __ __ __ __ __ __ __ , but to

bring everything to the Lord in __ __ __ __ __ __ — Philippians 4:6,7.
When we do this, God gives us the __ __ __ __ __ of God which passeth all
__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .
F. Read: Matthew 6:25-34.
WHY DO I SOMETIMES GO THROUGH

TRIALS?
All believers will pass through various trials in their life on earth. Some trials
come from Satan, some from other people, some from our own doing, some
from life in general, and some from the Lord.
A. According to I Peter 4:12, we are not to think such things S __ __ __ __ __ __ .
B. According to I Peter 1:7, trials are P __ __ __ __ __ __ __ events in our lives

because they purify our faith in God.
C. According to James 1:2,3, trials help us to be P __ __ __ __ __ __ .
D. Study: I Corinthians 10:13 and II Peter 2:9. In your own words, explain the
promise God gives you when trials and temptations (testings) come.
_________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
E. Read: Hebrews 13:5,6. Why do we need not fear what men may do to us?
________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________
F. According to II Timothy 3:12, what is one reason we may suffer the trial of
persecution or ridicule? ____________________________________________
G. What did the apostles think when they were persecuted? — Acts 5:41.
_________________________________________________________________

H. According to John 15:18-22, the Christian S __ __ __ __ __ __ is not greater than
his __ __ __ __ .
I. According to John 14:27; John 16:33, what does Jesus give to the believer that
the world cannot know, understand, or have?
His __ __ __ __ __
J. What are we to do in times of trouble? — I Peter 5:7.

_________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS I WISH TO ASK

STUDY #18
R The Return of Jesus Christ

One of the most interesting areas of Bible study deals with the subject of Bible
PROPHECY and “things to come.”
It is such a large subject and so detailed that this particular study can only be of an
introductory nature. As you grow in your Christian life, you will learn many
things from the Bible about the future. The aim of this lesson is to give you a basic
framework to build on.
The Return of our Lord Jesus Christ is one of the cardinal doctrines of the Word
of God. For each believer, the second coming of Christ is referred to in Titus 2:13
as the B __ __ __ __ __ __ H __ __ __ .
THE PROMISE OF CHRIST’S COMING

A. Read: John 14:1-4. Jesus said to His disciples in verse 3:
“I W__ __ __ C __ __ __ A __ __ __ __ .”
B. Read: Acts 1:11. The two angels said to the disciples:

“This __ __ __ __ Jesus...shall so __ __ __ __ in __ __ __ __ manner...”
C. Read: Hebrews 9:28. This promise states that Christ shall appear the
“S __ __ __ __ __ T __ __ __ .”
D. Read: I John 2:28 and I John 3:2. Both these verses declare:
“He (Christ) S__ __ __ __ appear.”
E. The last promise given by the Lord Jesus Christ in the Bible is:
“Behold __ __ __ __ __ Q __ __ __ __ __ __ ” — Revelation 22:12.
THE FIRST COMING OF JESUS CHRIST

The first coming of Jesus Christ to earth (sometimes called the “first advent”) is now a
fact of history. Yet, before His coming into the world — first as a babe in Bethlehem,
then as the crucified, buried, and risen again Saviour — all of these wonderful events
were themselves Bible prophecies.

There were hundreds of Old Testament prophecies relating to the first coming of Jesus.
Each one was fulfilled exactly to the letter! There are EVEN MORE prophecies relating
to His Second Coming, and they will also be fulfilled literally.
Below are some of the major prophecies concerning the first coming of Christ — and
their actual historical fulfillment. Read these, then write out what the prophecy was.
OLD TESTAMENT PROPHECY NEW TESTAMENT FULFILLMENT
Isaiah 7:14 ___________________________________________ Matthew 1:23
Genesis 49:10 ________________________________________ Hebrews 7:14
Micah 5:2 ____________________________________________Luke 2:11,15
Zechariah 9:9 ______________________________________ Matthew 21:4,5
Psalm 41:9 _____________________________________________ John 13:18
Zechariah 11:12,13 _________________________________ Matthew 26:15

Matthew 27:9,10
Psalm 22:16 ________________________________________ John 19:36,37
John 20:20,25
Psalm 69:21 _________________________________________ Matthew 27:34
Psalm 22:1 __________________________________________ Matthew 27:46
Isaiah 53:9 _______________________________________ Matthew 27:57-60
Psalm 16:8-11 ____________________________________________ Acts 2:27
Psalm 22:18 ________________________________________ Matthew 27:35
THE SECOND COMING OF THE LORD JESUS

CHRIST IS IN TWO STAGES
In a sense, the first coming of the Lord Jesus Christ was in two stages:
CRADLE . . . . . . 30 years . . . . . . CROSS
The coming of Jesus as a babe to Bethlehem was a private event, unnoticed by the
world at large. Relatively few got to share the joy of the moment — primarily those who
were looking and waiting for his coming. (See: Luke 2:25, 36-38; Matthew 2:1,2.)
But when our Lord hung upon Calvary’s cross, it was a public display—in view of all.
So too, the second coming of the Lord Jesus Christ will be in TWO distinct stages.
We use two words to distinguish these phases:

RAPTURE . . . . . . 7 years . . . . . REVELATION
ê ê
Christ coming Christ coming
FOR WITH
His saints His saints
THE RAPTURE OF THE SAINTS

This is the next event on God’s prophetic calendar.
A. The term “rapture” is not found in the Bible, but its meaning (“caught up”) most
certainly is.
B. Read the following key scriptures about the Rapture...
q I Thessalonians 4:13-18
q I Corinthians 15:51,52
q Philippians 3:20,21
...then answer the following as either TRUE (T) or FALSE (F):
T F
1. The Rapture is an instantaneous event. q q
2. The Rapture concerns only deceased Christians,
that is, only those who “sleep” in Christ. q q
3. At the Rapture, the Lord will send His angels to
gather the saints and bring them to Heaven. q q
4. At the Rapture, believers (saints) will be caught up
into the air to meet Christ. q q
5. At the Rapture, all Christians, living and dead, will
receive a glorified resurrection body. q q
6. According to Matthew 24:42, the Rapture will be
announced to give us time to get ready. q q
7. According to II Peter 3:3-9, the only reason the
Rapture has not yet taken place is that the Lord
wants to save sinners. q q

THE REVELATION OF JESUS CHRIST
This is the second phase of the return of Jesus Christ.
A. Read: Revelation 19:11-16. Here the Lord Jesus is called:
1. F __ __ __ __ __ __ __ and T __ __ __ — verse 11.

2. The W __ __ __ of G __ __ — verse 13.
3. The K __ __ __ of K __ __ __ __ and __ __ __ __ of __ __ __ __ __ .
B. According to Revelation 19:14 and Jude 14,15, the Lord Jesus Christ will return
with: ____________________________________________________________ .
C. Read: Zechariah 14:1-4.

When Jesus Christ returns in glory, He will set his feet down on the M __ __ __ __
of O __ __ __ __ __ .
D. Read: II Thessalonians 1:7-10.

The revelation of Jesus Christ will be a time of divine V __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __
and D __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .
BETWEEN THE RAPTURE AND THE

REVELATION
A. The Old Testament prophetic Book of Daniel teaches there will be a seven-year
period between the two phases of the Second Coming of Christ.
1. Daniel 9:24 speaks of a time period of 70 weeks.

2. Daniel 9:25 shows these weeks are in fact “heptads” or seven-year periods
of time.
From the going forth of the commandment to rebuild Jerusalem to
Messiah (Christ) being “cut off” would be 69 weeks. From 445 B.C. to 30
A.D. equals 69 x 7, or 483 Jewish years, or 475 sidereal (solar) years. This
part has been fulfilled with great accuracy.
3. Daniel 9:27 speaks of the 70TH week yet to begin. The present “Day of
Grace” began, and God’s prophetic clock stopped, at the end of the 69TH
week when Messiah was cut off, i.e., crucified.

4. The final seven years of Daniel’s prophecy will begin with the Rapture.
Christians will be caught up and will not be involved in any of the events
which will transpire on the earth during this period.
B. The following diagram shows how the main events will occur during this time
period:
Judgment Marriage
Seat Supper
REVELATION
RAPTURE
Today Daniel’s 70TH Week Millennium
THE JUDGMENT SEAT OF CHRIST

A. According to I Corinthians 4:5, this solemn event will occur at the time when the
“Lord C __ __ __ (s)” — i.e., immediately after the Rapture.
A. According to Romans 14:10, who will take part in this Judgment? ___________
__________________________________________________________________
B. According to Romans 14:12, what will we have to do at this Judgment? _____

__________________________________________________________________
C. According to II Corinthians 5:10, what aspect of our lives will come under scrutiny
at this Judgment? __________________________________________________
D. Read carefully: I Corinthians 3:9-15.
1. In verse 9, the church at Corinth is called God’s __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ ,

the foundation of which is __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ — verse 11.
2. The Lord is very interested in how we __ __ __ __ __ upon this foundation

— verse 12.

3. According to verse 12, these works are likened to:
__ __ __ __, __ __ __ __ __ __ , Precious __ __ __ __ __ __ ;
__ __ __ __ , __ __ __ , __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .
4. The fire of this judgment will try the W __ __ __ __ of the Christian.
5. According to verse 15, is it possible for a Christian who has never

acceptably served the Lord to be lost and cast into Hell? ______________
6. According to verse 14, what will the Christian who has acceptably served
the Lord receive? ____________________________________________
E. The Bible speaks of these rewards as “crowns.” There are five crowns we can
receive as a reward for our life as a Christian:
1. The Crown of __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ — I Thessalonians 2:19. This is

the soul winner’s crown!
2. The Crown of __ __ __ __ — James 1:12. This is the faithful Christian’s
crown.
3. The Crown of __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ — II Timothy 4:8.
This is the crown for those who live and look for the Lord’s return.
4. The I __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ Crown — I Corinthians 9:25.
This is the crown for the victorious Christian.
5. The Crown of __ __ __ __ __ — I Peter 5:4. This crown is for the faithful
pastor.
THE MARRIAGE SUPPER OF THE LAMB

A. According to Ephesians 5:22-32, the relationship between the Lord Jesus Christ
and His churches is likened to that between a:
H __ __ __ __ __ __ and W __ __ __ .
B. According to II Corinthians 11:2, the church at Corinth was:

E __ __ __ __ __ __ __ (engaged) to one Husband — Christ.
C. From John 3:29 and Revelation 22:17, one of the metaphors used of true New
Testament churches is “The B __ __ __ __ of Christ.”
D. The union of Bride and Bridegroom occurs at the Rapture and the wedding
celebration is referred to in Revelation 19:7-9 as the:
M __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ of the __ __ __ __ .

DANIEL’S 70TH WEEK
While the Judgment Seat of Christ and the Marriage Supper of the Lamb are taking
place in Heaven, an entirely different scene will unfold on earth.
A. The Book of The Revelation gives the details of the events of this seven-year
period prophesied by Daniel — Chapters 6 through 18 in particular.
It is a horrifying prophecy of coming war, rebellion, catastrophe, and desolation.
It is called by several names, including:
1. The __ __ __ of the __ __ __ __ — Isaiah 2:12-22.

2. T __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ — Deuteronomy 4:30; Revelation 7:14.
3. The Great Day of __ __ __ __ __ — Revelation 6:17.
B. Christians will not pass through any of this period. How do we know this?
1. According to Jeremiah 30:7, it will be a time of __ __ __ __ __’ __

__ __ __ __ __ __ __ ; i.e., it has specifically to do with the Jews and the
Nation of Israel. (Notice: Daniel 9:24 — “thy people,” “thy holy city.”)
2. The Lord’s promise to His faithful church at Philadelphia was that He

would __ __ __ __ them from the hour of temptation which shall come
upon all the world — Revelation 3:10.
3. Our salvation through Jesus Christ assures us that we are not

__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ unto wrath — I Thessalonians 5:9.
4. According to Luke 21:34-36, Christians are to be ready at all times, for the
Rapture is (and always has been) imminent — i.e., it could happen at any
time.
C. According to II Thessalonians 2:3,8, there will be the revealing of the M __ __ of

S __ __ at the commencement of this seven-year period.
This person is most often referred to as the Antichrist. He is the Devil incarnate.
See: I John 2:18.
D. According to Revelation 12:9,12, __ __ __ __ __ will be cast down to the earth at

the mid-point of this seven-year period.
E. According to Daniel 12:1, there will then will come upon the earth a time “...such
as __ __ __ __ __ W __ __ since there was a nation.”

F. Read: Matthew 24:15-24. According to verse 21, this awful time is called the
G __ __ __ __ T __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .
G. According to Matthew 24:29,30, the Second Coming of Christ to the earth occurs
at the...
q BEGINNING
q END (Check the correct answer)
q MID-WAY POINT
... of the Great Tribulation.
THE MILLENNIUM
A. Following the return of Christ in glory, He will judge the N __ __ __ __ __ __
(Matthew 25:31,32).
B. According to Joel 3:12-16, this great judgment will take place in the Valley of
__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .
C. According to Revelation 20:2,3, Satan will be bound for _____________ years.
D. According to Revelation 20:4, Christ will reign on the earth for _________ years.
E. According to Isaiah 2:4, the Millennium will be a time of:

__________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
F. According to Isaiah 11:1-10, the Millennium will be a time of _____________

__________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________
G. According to Zechariah 14:16, the Millennium will be a time of:

__________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
For further studies in all these fascinating areas, please ask the pastor for
information. There are many books available today, but not all can be fully
recommended.
MEMORIZATION:
Try to commit to memory: Titus 2:11-13.

STUDY #19
S Separation
The issue of “separation” is one of the distinguishing features of Bible-believing

Baptists. It is a subject which has to do with the way we live, the way we conduct
ourselves as a Church — and, yes, standards!
Such a study could quite easily become just a list of “taboos” — but that is only
part of what the Lord intends. As you enter into this study of the Bible, it is
important for you to grasp the principles involved as well as the practices
outlined.
We are living in a world of rapidly declining moral and spiritual standards. This
decay is seriously affecting Christians and churches to the point that it is often
difficult to tell Christians and non-Christians apart.
EXACTLY WHAT IS MEANT BY “SEPARATION?”

There are three things for you to understand:
A. THERE ARE FOUR BIBLE WORDS HAVING THE SAME MEANING:
“SEPARATION” “SANCTIFICATION” “HOLINESS” “SAINTS”
All have the basic meaning

of
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“SET APART”
1. When we say that God is holy, that means He is “set apart” from all His
creation in righteousness.
2. When we say the Bible is holy, we mean it is “set apart” from all other
books.
3. When we are taught to sanctify the Lord in our hearts, this means we are to
set God apart from idols.
— Remember this definition —

B. THERE ARE TWO ASPECTS TO SEPARATION IN YOUR LIFE:
POSITIONAL SEPARATION PRACTICAL SEPARATION
In Christ, I HAVE been set apart unto As a Christian, I AM TO LIVE as set

God. apart unto God.
Hebrews 10:10 I Peter 1:15

“We are __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ “But as He which hath called you is
through the offering of the body of Jesus __ __ __ __ , so be ye __ __ __ __ in
__ __ __ __ for __ __ __ .” __ __ __ manner of conversation (conduct).”
C. THERE ARE TWO IMPORTANT FEATURES TO SEPARATION — two

sides of the one coin:
SEPARATION SEPARATION
TO FROM
THE LORD UNGODLINESS
(Romans 12:1) (Romans 12:2)
WHAT IS THE BASIS OF PRACTICAL

SEPARATION?
A. THE BASIS OF GOD’S NATURE:
I Peter 1:16 — “Be ye __ __ __ __ ; for I am __ __ __ __ .”
B. THE BASIS OF REDEMPTION:

Read: I Corinthians 6:19,20. Complete the following:
1. “Ye are not __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .”

2. “Ye are __ __ __ __ __ __ with a __ __ __ __ __ .”
3. “Therefore __ __ __ __ __ __ __ God in your __ __ __ __ and in your
__ __ __ __ __ __ which are __ __ __ ’ __ .”
C. THE BASIS OF REGENERATION:

Look up: II Corinthians 5:17.

1. Christians are described as being a __ __ __ creature.
2. Old things (ways, etc.) have __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .
D. THE BASIS OF GOD’S WORD:

Scriptures such as II Corinthians 6:17 plainly command us to “come out from
among them and be ye __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .”
SEPARATION FROM THE WORLD

A. According to John 15:19, the believer is IN the world, but ought not to be __ __
the world — because the Lord has chosen us __ __ __ __ __ the world.
(Practical separation does not mean we are to enter into a cloistered
life — or have nothing to do with anyone who is not saved.)
B. According to I John 2:15, the believer is to “ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ the world,

neither the __ __ __ __ __ __ that are __ __ the world.”
C. When the Bible speaks of “the world” in this sense, it does NOT mean the
creation of God, His material provisions, etc. It refers to the “world system,”
which is the dominion of Satan.
I John 2:16 defines the world (in its bad sense) as:
1. The __ __ __ __ of the __ __ __ __ __ .
2. The __ __ __ __ of the __ __ __ __ .
3. The __ __ __ __ __ of __ __ __ __ .
D. I John 2:17 teaches that doing the __ __ __ __ of God is the most important and
most enduring thing we can do.
E. According to James 4:4, worldliness is spiritual A __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .
F. Romans 12:2 instructs us to be “not __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ to this world.”
G. James 1:27 defines pure religion from a personal point of view as the Christian
keeping himself __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ from the world.
H. A worldly Christian is one given over to pleasing the “flesh,” the old sinful nature.
The works of the flesh are listed in Galatians 5:19-21. Make a note of them below:
_______________ _______________ _______________
_______________ _______________ _______________

_______________ _______________ _______________
_______________ _______________ _______________
_______________ _______________ _______________
_______________ _______________
SOME AREAS OF PERSONAL SEPARATION

A. THE THINGS I WILL ALLOW MY EYES TO SEE:
1. Psalm 101:3 — “I will will set __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __

before mine eyes.”
2. Job 31:1,7. Here we learn that Job made a C __ __ __ __ __ __ __ with his
eyes never to look upon evil.
This area of personal separation applies to many common practices, such as:
· Attending Movies:
Almost all Hollywood-style movies — even some rated for
general exhibition — spew out violence, adultery, drunkenness,
witchcraft, and all kinds of perverted and ungodly living.
Christians ought not support this industry — either by attending
movie theaters or watching their videos.
· Watching Television:
If you feel at liberty to own a TV set, the most important control is
the “OFF” switch. The garbage that can be brought into your
home, the laziness it promotes, and the influence it exerts over
young minds requires real wisdom and firm control. Believers
will be better off without one.
· Spending Time On-Line and Playing Electronic Games:
Many internet web sites and “chat rooms” pose a real danger,
because they are virtually uncontrollable as to their content.
Testimonies have been ruined because of internet pornography.
Violent and devilish video games do much more than amuse.
· Reading the Wrong Kinds of Books & Magazines:
Filthy and pornographic publications should never be in the
possession of a Christian. Don’t pay any attention to women’s
magazines with their horoscopes, fashions, and “romance.”
B. THE PLACES I WILL ALLOW MYSELF TO GO:

We are taught that the Lord Jesus may come at any moment, and that we should
never be ashamed to meet him — I John 2:28. There are many places where
Christians ought not go — the dance hall, the liquor outlets, the gambling
establishments, etc. [The scriptural reasons why will be covered in Study #24.]

C. THE THINGS I WEAR:
The area of fashion is a difficult one for many believers, especially Christian
women. This is because fashions go through cycles of extremes — from weird to
conservative, from short-short to ankle length, from modest to provocative, etc.
The Bible does, however, give clear instruction in this area:
1. The fashion of the world “__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ ” —

I Corinthians 7:31.
2. The standard for Christian women is __ __ __ __ __ __ apparel —
I Timothy 2:9.
3. Bare thighs (such as with mini-skirts and shorts) is equated with
nakedness, according to Isaiah 47:2,3.
4. Short hair on women is a __ __ __ __ __ , according to I Corinthians 11:6.
This passage goes on to explain that a woman’s long hair is a token of her
subjection to her husband and to God — verse 15.
5. Likewise, long hair on men is improper — I Corinthians 11:14.
6. What about pants and slacks on women?
Current western fashion dictates that women get around in pants as an
acceptable means of dress. This is unwise for the following reasons:
a. The Bible teaches that from the beginning God intended men
and women to be distinctly separate. According to Deuteronomy
22:5, women should dress like ladies; men should dress like men.
b. God made men and women sexually different, but mutually
attractive. Men are enticed by the sight of a woman’s body
(hence the use of scantily-clad females in advertising). When a
woman wears pants (or any tight-fitting or low-cut clothing), the
shape of her body is accentuated and thereby can provoke a
man. See: Matthew 5:28; I Thessalonians 4:4-7; Proverbs 7:10.
c. The argument is often raised: “Slack-suits are women’s clothing,”
which may be true from a world-fashion point of view. However,
practice shows that when Christian women start wearing slacks, it
only “opens the door” to others who will want to wear tight jeans.
D. THE THINGS I SAY:
1. Ephesians 4:29 teaches against __ __ __ __ __ __ __ communication.

2. Ephesians 5:19 admonishes a believer’s speech to be Christ-centered.
3. Colossians 4:6 says our speech should always be with __ __ __ __ __ .
Note: Every language has a list of curse words. Christians should not
use them! Never be heard using the precious Name of the Lord
Jesus Christ (Philippians 2:9) or God in careless speech.

Euphemisms (words used in place of curse words, such as
“Geez,” “By Jove,” “Gosh,” etc.) should be avoided also.
E. THE PEOPLE I ASSOCIATE WITH:
1. According to Psalm 1:1, a man is blessed when he walketh __ __ __ in the

__ __ __ __ __ __ __ of the U __ __ __ __ __ __ .
2. According to I Corinthians 5:11, we are not to keep __ __ __ __ __ __ __

with Christians who are worldly and backslidden (or under discipline).
Note: The Bible is not advocating the complete ostracizing of our
wayward brethren.
3. According to Proverbs 22:24, we should steer clear of the __ __ __ __ __
man.
4. Read: Proverbs 9:6; 13:20; 14:7; 23:9.We should avoid close associations
with __ __ __ __ S. (Why? See: Psalm 14:1; Proverbs 1:7; 12:15; 14:9.)
5. We should never stop to listen to a __ __ __ __–bearer. (See: Proverbs

16:27,28; 18:8; 20:19; 26:20-22; II Thessalonians 3:11; I Timothy 5:13)
The best way to handle a gossiper is to say something like: “Just a moment.
Let’s both go to the person you are talking about, and we’ll hear what you
have to say together!”
SEPARATION IN CLOSE PARTNERSHIPS

A. II Corinthians 6:14 warns the Christian against being unequally __ __ __ __ __
together with __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .
B. The most important application of this principle is in the area of marriage. It is

both wrong and dangerous for a young person who is a Christian to date an
unsaved person. It is a sin for a Christian to marry a non-Christian.
Young Person — If you are desiring to get married, first pray and ask God to give
you the partner of His choice; then look for God’s answer from your parents and
in your own church (or in other Baptist churches of like faith and order).
SEPARATION IN RELIGIOUS MATTERS

We are living in an ecumenical age where all religions and branches of Christendom are
coming together in religious unity. When Bible-believing Baptists refuse to have any
part with the World Council of Churches, or fellowship with non-Baptist religious

groups, or even work together with other Baptists, they are often called
“narrow-minded,” “unloving,” “extremists,” etc.
A. The Bible says in Ephesians 5:11 we are to have:

“__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ with the __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __
works of darkness.”
B. Amos 3:3 asks, “Can two walk together except they be __ __ __ __ __ __ ?”
C. II John 9,10 states that we are to have nothing to do with those who abide not in
the doctrine of __ __ __ __ __ __ .
D. According to Romans 16:17, we are to __ __ __ __ those which cause divisions

and offenses contrary to the __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ which we have learned, and
__ __ __ __ __ them.
THREE EXCUSES CHRISTIANS OFTEN USE

FOR NOT LIVING SEPARATED LIVES
A. OTHER CHRISTIANS DON’T HAVE YOUR STANDARDS:
Unfortunately, this is true. Many Christians see nothing wrong with rock music,
worldly fashions, questionable amusements, etc. — but that doesn’t make it right!
We need to study the Bible and form Bible-based convictions; then live by them.
Read: James 4:17.
B. THE MOST IMPORTANT THING IS TO WIN SOULS, AND TO DO

THIS I HAVE TO BE ACCEPTABLE TO THE LOST:
No! You need to please your Lord. It is NEVER right to do wrong in order to
accomplish a right!
I Thessalonians 5:22 instructs the believer to “ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ from __ __ __
__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ of evil.
C. I HAVE LIBERTY IN CHRIST:
1. True, but Christian liberty is NOT license. Liberty is the freedom to do

RIGHT — never the freedom to do anything!
2. We are not to use our liberty as an occasion to the __ __ __ __ __ —
Galatians 5:13.
3. Our liberty is not to be used as an excuse for enslaving habits.

We should not be brought under the __ __ __ __ __ of any habit —
I Corinthians 6:12.
4. Our liberty is restricted to the things that E __ __ __ __ — I Corinthians
10:23.
5. Liberty is not an excuse for hiding sin. It is not to be a __ __ __ __ __ of
__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ — I Peter 2:16.
6. Our Christian liberty must never be a __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ –

__ __ __ __ __ to a weaker Christian — I Corinthians 8:9.
PRINCIPLES FOR LIVING A SEPARATED LIFE

There are many particular activities not named specifically in the Bible — such as
smoking, drugs, mixed swimming, etc. Here are some principles or guidelines you can
use when faced with a questionable practice:
A. IS IT SCRIPTURAL?
Does the Word of God have anything directly to say on the matter? Read: Psalm
119:15,105.
B. CAN I DO THIS IN THE NAME OF THE LORD?

Write out Colossians 3:17. ___________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
C. WILL OTHERS BE HINDERED IN THEIR SALVATION OR SPIRITUAL

GROWTH BY WHAT I DO?
Read: Romans 14:21.
D. DO I HAVE SOME DOUBTS ABOUT IT?

An wise old saying: “When in doubt — don’t!” Romans 14:22,23 defines doubt is
a lack of faith, which is __ __ __ .
E. WOULD WHAT I WANT TO DO BE ACCEPTABLE TO THE LORD?

Read: Ephesians 5:10.
Always ask the questions: “Can I take the Lord Jesus there?” “Would He
join in with me?” “Would He do it?” This will solve most of your problems.
MEMORIZATION:
Try to commit to memory: I Thessalonians 5:22.

STUDY #20
T Tithing and Stewardship

This lesson goes right to the heart of your relationship with God. Many Christians
are “found out” here because their lives are motivated by SELF rather than the
SPIRIT of God.
Salvation is a free gift from God! Eternal security is a sure promise of God! In
other words, we DO NOTHING to get saved or to remain saved. Praise God for
this!
When we are born again, we are adopted into the family of God. We are His
children, and He is our Heavenly Father. In any family the children have
responsibilities, and in this study you are going to learn about one of your own
responsibilities as a member of God’s family.
PRINCIPLES OF STEWARDSHIP
Before you progress into this lesson, it is absolutely vital that you see and understand
these principles:
A. Read: Psalm 24:1. “The earth is the __ __ __ __ ’__ .”

Read: Haggai 2:8. “The __ __ __ __ __ __ is mine, and the __ __ __ __ . ”
Read: Exodus 19:5. “...for all the __ __ __ __ __ is __ __ __ __ .”
PRINCIPLE #1: EVERYTHING BELONGS TO ________
B. Read: Genesis:39:1-6.
1. Who was the master in this story? ________________________________

2. Who was the servant in this story? _______________________________
3. According to verse 4, what was Joseph made? _____________________
4. According to verse 4, what was put into Joseph’s hand? ______________
____________________________________________________________

PRINCIPLE #2: STEWARDSHIP IS THE MANAGEMENT
OF THE AFFAIRS OF ANOTHER.
C. Read: Matthew 25:14,15.

To whom did the Lord entrust His wealth? _____________________________
PRINCIPLE #3: __________ CHRISTIAN IS A STEWARD.
D. Read: I Corinthians 4:2.
PRINCIPLE #4 : IT IS REQUIRED OF STEWARDS THAT

THEY BE __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .
AREAS OF STEWARDSHIP
Stewardship is a subject that is often misunderstood. Many think it relates only to
MONEY. Money is part of God’s plan for stewardship, and it is important enough to be
considered in some detail later — but it is only part of God’s overall plan for you in this
matter.
Before looking at some of the areas requiring our stewardship, write out the four
principles you have just studied:
#1:
#2:
#3:
#4:
Every good thing we have is called a __ __ __ __ which comes from God — James 1:17.
As stewards, you and I are responsible to God in the use of such things. Below are some
of the more obvious areas over which we have been made stewards:
A. Stewardship Of TIME:
1. According to Ephesians 5:16, we are to __ __ __ __ __ __ the time. This

means to make every minute count for God.

2. According to James 4:14,our lifetime on this earth is compared to a
V __ __ __ __ (in the light of eternity).
3. From reading Romans 13:11,12, what kind of Christian do you think the
Lord wants you to be? ________________________________________
____________________________________________________________
4. According to II Timothy 2:4a, what is one of the greatest stumblingblocks

for Christians in the management of God-given time? ______________
____________________________________________________________
5. According to Hebrews 10:25, what is one area in which we are to give

back to God the time He gives to us? ______________________________
6. How much time do you really give to God??

Consider the opportunities presented in our Church:
q Sunday School 1 hour

q Morning Preaching 1 hour
q Training Hour 1 hour
q Evening Preaching 1½ hours
q Mid-week Prayer 1½ hours
q Visitation 2 hours
TOTAL : . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 hours minimum
(8 hours per week is less than 5% of the total time God gives us. It is about
7% of our total hours awake and, if we have a 40-hour-a-week job, it is
about 10% of our “available” time.)
B. Stewardship Of Our TALENTS:

Read: Matthew 25:14-30. This is a parable the Lord Jesus told to teach us about
stewardship.
1. What did the Lord give to His servants? T __ __ __ __ __ __ .

(In Bible days this was an expensive coin, but today it refers to natural
God-given abilities.)
2. Did every servant receive a talent? _______________
3. Did every servant receive the same number of talents? ______________
4. What was the basis of the Lord’s dispensing of responsibility to His
servants? See: verse 15.
“...each man according to his several __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .”
5. According to verse 19, what did the Lord do when He came back? _____
____________________________________________________________

6. What did the Lord say to those who had been good stewards? _________
____________________________________________________________
7. Answer the following questions as either TRUE (T) or FALSE (F):
T F
a. I have been given at least one talent. q q
b. I am to use my talent(s) for Christ. q q
c. I will not have to give an account to the Lord
for my talents. q q
d. If I don’t use it, I’ll lose it. q q
e. My major concern should be to see how
many talents I have been given. q q
8. Many Christians throw up their hands and say, “I CAN’T do anything for
the Lord in my Church!” What does Philippians 4:13 have to say about
such an attitude?
____________________________________________________________
9. Read: I Corinthians 12:12-27. This passage likens our Church to a
“body,” calling it the “Body of Christ.” Each individual member is like a
part of the human body.
a. We cannot all be the same thing — verse 19.
b. God has put you into this church for a definite function — verse
18.
c. Every member of our Church is N__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ —
verse 22.
C. Stewardship Of Our TESTIMONY:
1. According to Philippians 2:15e, we are to “shine as __ __ __ __ __ __ in

the world.”
2. According to Matthew 5:14-16, good stewardship involves ___________
____________________________________________________________
3. According to I Peter 3:15, we are to “be __ __ __ __ __ always to give an

__ __ __ __ __ __ to every man that asketh you a reason of the hope that is
in you...”

STEWARDSHIP OF OUR TREASURE
The same principles of stewardship which apply to our time, talents, and testimony are
given for the management of our MONEY.
ALL the money you have and receive IS FROM GOD, and IS GOD’S.
Look up: Deuteronomy 8:18. Even though we may earn our money through the labor
we put forth, this verse tells us it is the “__ __ __ __ thy __ __ __” Who gives us power
(ability) to get it.
The stewardship of God’s money is usually referred to in the Bible as:
TITHES and OFFERINGS
The following scriptures will teach you what the Bible says concerning tithes and
offerings:
A. Exactly What Is A Tithe? Compare: Genesis 14:20 with Hebrews 7:2.

It is: _______________________________________________________________
F What is a tithe from $500.00? _________________________________
B. Is The Practice Of Tithing For New Testament Christians?
1. Some people (usually those who do not want to tithe) say tithing was an
Old Testament practice for Jews only. It was given under the Law; and the
Christian is not under the Law, but under Grace — Romans 6:14b.
However, look at the following scriptures:
· A __ __ __ __ __ __Commenced it — Genesis 14:18-20.

· J __ __ __ __ Continued it — Genesis 28:20-22.
· M __ __ __ __ Confirmed it — Leviticus 27:30.
· M __ __ __ __ __ Commanded it — Malachi 3:10.
· J __ __ __ __ Commended it — Matthew 23:23.
· G __ __ Commissioned (ordained) it — I Corinthians 9:14.
· P __ __ __ Conformed it — I Corinthians 16:2.

2. A study of these scriptures shows that tithing is a SCRIPTURAL
PRINCIPLE. Abraham and Jacob tithed 500 years BEFORE the Law
was instituted. Moses, Malachi, and Jesus spoke of tithing UNDER the
period of the Law. The Apostle Paul explained tithing AFTER the Law.
Christians ought to tithe!
C. How Should Christians Practice Tithing?
1. Look up: II Corinthians 5:14. Under the Law tithing was commanded.
Under Grace, we do not tithe legalistically, but because we love the Lord.
“For the __ __ __ __ of Christ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ us...”
2. Do you think God would ask less love, less faith, and less cheerful giving
from a New Testament Christian than from a Jew under the Law? Tithing,
for the Christian, is not a matter of bondage.
D. Where Should A Christian Place His Or Her Tithe?
1. According to Malachi 3:10, the tithes were to be brought into the

__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ . For the Old Testament Jews, this storehouse
was the treasury of the Temple at Jerusalem.
2. According to Acts 4:35,37 and Acts 5:2, the Christians brought their tithes
and offerings to the A __ __ __ __ __ __ __’ F __ __ __ .
3. According to I Corinthians 16:2, we are to lay up in S __ __ __ __ __ our

giving. Subsequent verses show this storehouse was the church at
Corinth, to whom the epistle was initially addressed.
4. Today the storehouse for your tithe is your CHURCH. It is not God’s plan
for you to give your tithe wherever you decide.
E. Why Are We To Place Our Tithe Into Our Church?
1. Malachi 3:10 — “...that there may be __ __ __ __ in my __ __ __ __ __ .”

The tithes and offerings were used for the temple and the temple ministry
(i.e., for the priests, etc.).
2. Read: I Corinthians 9:13,14. Verse 13 relates to the Old Testament
practice, and verse 14 carries this principle over to New Testament
churches. Your tithes and offerings are for the support, upkeep, and
ministry of your church. Tithes should never be designated — they are to
be left free for use as the church body decides.
F. What Does God Call Us If We Refuse To Tithe?

Malachi 3:8 — ___________________________________________________

G. What Promise Does God Give Those Who Faithfully Tithe? — Malachi
3:10b.
________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________
H. Whose Is The Tithe?

Leviticus 27:30 — It is the __ __ __ __ ’__ .
Ten percent of your gross income IS NOT YOURS — it belongs to God.
I. How Can I Please My Lord When Tithing?
1. Matthew 6:33 — Give the Lord __ __ __ __ __ place in everything.

2. Proverbs 3:9 — Honor the Lord with my __ __ __ __ __ –fruits.
(This means to set aside the tithe first — before all other bills and expenses
are paid. If you leave the tithe until last, God usually misses out.)
3. I Corinthians 16:2 — Bring the tithe on the __ __ __ __ __ day.
WHAT ABOUT AN “OFFERING”?
Many people would feel they have done God a great favor just by tithing! But we
do not GIVE the tithe — it’s not ours to give. Only after we have faithfully tithed
can we give an offering unto the Lord.
I. Malachi 3:8 speaks of “tithes AND __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .”

II. Tithing requires an obedient heart, but giving requires a:
__ __ __ __ __ __ __ heart — Exodus 35:5.
III. Study: Ezra 1:4; 3:5; 7:16; 8:28.

The Bible refers to offerings as __ __ __ __ – __ __ __ __ offerings.
IV. According to II Corinthians 8:5, the people in the churches of Macedonia
first __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ to the Lord.
V. According to II Corinthians 9:7, what kind of giver does God love? _____
____________________________________________________________
VI. If we tithe and also give an offering, will the Lord allow us to suffer and go
without the necessities of life — II Corinthians 9:8? _______________

Having studied the Word of God concerning the subject of Tithes and
Offerings, and realizing it is God’s perfect will for me to obey Him by tithing
systematically on my income, I now resolve to make tithing a practice in my
life — and to give an offering to the Lord as He speaks to my heart.
Signed: _____________________________ Date: ______________
MEMORIZATION:
Try to commit to memory: Luke 6:38.

STUDY #21
U Unity
We hear a lot of talk about UNITY today.

On the world’s political scene we have in place the UNITED NATIONS
organization. Many of the world’s leaders are advocating and actively
promoting a “ONE WORLD” global system — involving the monetary system,
the judicial system, and even a common language.
More significantly there is the present-day Ecumenical Movement with its
goal of uniting Christendom (professing Christians, denominations, and
so-called ‘churches’) under the banner of a ONE-WORLD RELIGION.
Because there is so much talk about Christian unity these days, and because our
Church is not involved at all in the ecumenical movement or other
interdenominational/inter-church activities, the purpose of this study is to teach
you what the BIBLE has to say about unity — the true and the false.
MAN’S FIRST ATTEMPT AT “UNITY”

Turn in your Bible to Genesis 11. Here you will read about events which took place soon
after the great world-wide flood of Noah’s day — around 2,300 B.C.
A. According to Genesis 9:1, God’s command to Noah and his sons was to replenish
the __ __ __ __ __ .
B. According to Genesis 11:2, instead of obeying God, the descendants of Noah

remained in one place called the Plain of __ __ __ __ __ __ .
C. According to Genesis 11:1, the earth was of ONE __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ and of

ONE __ __ __ __ __ __ (i.e., they were all talking about one thing — uniting
against the God of Heaven!). See: Genesis 11:4f.
D. According to Genesis 11:4, the inhabitants of the world decided to build two
things.
1. A __ __ __ __ : an attempt to bring about political unity.

2. A __ __ __ __ __ : an attempt to achieve religious unity.

Archæologists have identified the Tower of Babel as a “ziggurat” — a
tower used for pagan religious purposes.
E. According to Genesis 11:5-8, would you say the Lord God was pleased with
man’s attempt to bring about a “one-world” situation? _______________
F. What was the name given to this attempt in Genesis 11:9? __ __ __ __ __ .
MAN’S FINAL ATTEMPT AT “UNITY”

In the last book of the Bible (the Book of The Revelation), chapters 6 through 19 cover
future events that will take place upon the earth after the Rapture, and during the
seven-year period known as Daniel’s 70TH Week.
Without going into a detailed study of Bible prophecy, it becomes apparent that in these
godless days there will arise some form of unity.
A. According to Revelation 13:7, the “Beast” (the Antichrist) will exercise political
power over ALL kindreds and tongues and __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .
B. According to Revelation 14:8, the center of this political unity will be called
__ __ __ __ __ __ __ .
C. According to Revelation 17:1, the great “one-world” religious system of the last
days is referred to as the __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .
(We identify this as a religious system because of Revelation 2:20-22 and because
by way of contrast the Lord’s true churches are likened to “pure, chaste virgins”
— II Corinthians 11:2; Ephesians 5:25-27; Revelation 19:7,8.)
D. God identifies this one-world “church of the Antichrist” as M __ __ __ __ __ __ ,

B __ __ __ __ __ __ — Revelation 17:5.
E. According to Revelation 17:1,15, this religious system sits upon “peoples, and
multitudes, and __ __ __ __ __ __ __ , and tongues.” It is truly world-wide.
F. According to Revelation 18:2-8, what is the end of this final, Satan-inspired

attempt at global UNITY? ____________________________________________

TRUE UNITY versus FALSE UNITY
A. Turn in your Bible to Ephesians 4. This is the “Unity Chapter” of the Word of
God and deals with true unity as opposed to the false unity proposed by Satan.
B. We hear so much in religious circles today about the need for a “spirit of unity.”
In marked contrast, Ephesians 4:3 commands us to keep the “__ __ __ __ __
__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .”
Before we look at this chapter in some detail, let’s re-establish some Bible
principles of separation that relate to unity.
1. Amos 3:3 —“Can two walk together except they be __ __ __ __ __ __ ?”

2. Ephesians 5:11 — “Have __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ with the
unfruitful works of darkness.”
3. II Corinthians 6:14 — “Be ye not __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ yoked
together with unbelievers.”
C. Many ‘churches’ and religious groups are affiliated, or in some other way
associated with the World Council of Churches (W.C.C.), the National
Council of Churches (N.C.C.), other inter-faith groups, and/or local city-wide
unity groups.
The chart below contrasts the differences between true Bible-based unity and these
unscriptural associations:
TRUE UNITY vs FALSE UNITY
The ecumenical movement

embraces all major Protestant
ONE __ __ __ __ denominations and Eastern
(Ephesians 4:4) Orthodox groups, and engages in
active dialogue with the Roman
According to Colossians 1:18a, Catholic Church and most other
major world (“non-Christian”)
this “body” is a New Testament
vs religions.
__ __ __ __ __ __
Many Baptists have fallen for the
unscriptural “mystical (mythical)
There is only ONE kind of Church
invisible, universal, body of Christ
— the New Testament kind!!
‘Church’” concept which teaches
there are up to three ‘Churches!’

ONE __ __ __ __ __ __ Departure from the Word of God is
giving heed to seducing
(Ephesians 4:4)
__ __ __ __ __ __ __ — I Timothy 4:1.
This refers to the __ __ __ __
__ __ __ __ __ __ — I Thessalonians Babylon will be the hold of every
4:8, Who is also referred to as the
vs foul __ __ __ __ __ __ — Revelation
18:2.
__ __ __ __ __ __ of
Believe not __ __ __ __ __
__ __ __ __ __
__ __ __ __ __ __ — I John 4:1.
in John 16:13 and I John 4:6. He
will never mix together truth and Today’s great “ecumenical spirit” is
error. the Charismatic Movement!
ONE __ __ __ __ The World Council of Churches

espouses its “mission” of
(Ephesians 4:4) preaching the social Gospel. It
The one hope (for the believer and seeks to bring about the utopian
this world) is the glorious
vs dream-society through liberation
theology and Marxist revolution.
__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __
The W.C.C. seeks to fulfill
of the Lord Jesus Christ. (Titus
Revelation 21:1 through its own
2:13)
agencies.
The Church of Rome still seeks to

unite Christendom under the
ONE __ __ __ __ lordship of the Pope! Most
Protestant leaders acknowledge
(Ephesians 4:5) the pope as a great world leader.
This refers to __ __ __ __ __ vs
The ecumenical denominations
__ __ __ __ __ __ , according to only pay lip-service to Jesus Christ,
Philippians 2:11. calling Him “Lord,” but denying the
reality when they do not the
__ __ __ __ __ __ which He says.
(Luke 6:46; John 14:15; Matthew
7:21-23.)
The official “Statement of Faith” of

ONE __ __ __ __ __ the World Council of Churches is
short and very general — it has to
(Ephesians 4:5) be, in order to accommodate such
a wide spectrum of beliefs held by
Jude 3 tells us this faith was once the various denominational
vs constituents!
__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __
unto the saints. Because this organization rejects
the Bible as its absolute final
It is the complete body of doctrine authority in all matters of faith, we
taught in the Word of God. can understand why this is the
case.

There is a great variety of “baptisms”
being practiced among the
ONE __ __ __ __ __ __ __ denominations of the ecumenical
community — sprinkling, pouring,
(Ephesians 4:5)
immersion; on infants, adults,
vs believers, or unbelievers; for
According to Matthew 28:19, this is salvation, with salvation, and after
the immersion of a believer in water salvation!! (This reality presents one
to set forth symbolically the death, of the great stumblingblocks to
burial, and resurrection of the Lord achieving the desired unity.)
Jesus Christ — an ordinance given Many ‘Baptists’ are failing to hold the
to the Lord’s churches to keep. line by accepting unscripturally
baptized people into their
membership.
A whole lot of people involved in this

ecumenical unity believe in a
DIFFERENT GOD than the God of
ONE __ __ __ the Bible. he is a “god of their own
imagination” (Romans 1:21).
(Ephesians 4:6)
There are atheists roosting in the
vs ecumenical tree — those who actually
This is the Lord God Almighty of the
deny the reality of God. There are
Bible, Who manifests Himself as
Unitarians — those who deny that
three Persons — Father, Son, and
Jesus is God. There are Universalists
Holy Spirit.
— those who believe God is the Father
of all men (saved and unsaved), and
See: Deuteronomy 6:4; I John 5:7. that all will be saved anyway.
Don’t be fooled by their religious talk
and terminology (II Corinthians
11:4-15).
Someone said, “There is a difference between church union and church unity.
You can tie a dog’s tail and a cat’s tail together, then toss them over a clothes line.
You may have union, but you certainly won’t have unity.”
· Spurgeon said: “Unity at the expense of Truth is treason.”

· Criswell said: “Ecumenicity is another name for Death to our
Baptist faith.”

THE UNITY WE NEED TO BE CONCERNED
ABOUT
A. The ASPIRATION For Church Unity:
Those involved in the ecumenical movement often quote John 17:21 as a “proof
text” to show their movement is of God.
Note: This particular chapter in John is the real Lord’s prayer.
1. Do you think God the Father would have answered this prayer of His Son
(or is it up to man to answer it for Him)? ___________________________
2. Read carefully: John 17:21-23 and check below the real desire of the
Lord’s prayer.
q Union of all Christians, no matter what their beliefs
or denomination.
q Unity between members within each particular
church.
3. To whom was the epistle of I Corinthians initially addressed? See:

I Corinthians 1:2.
The __ __ __ __ __ __ at Corinth.
4. What was a real problem in this church? — I Corinthians 11:18.

D __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .
5. God’s will for the church at Corinth (and every other New Testament
Baptist church) is that there be:
NO __ __ __ __ __ __ in the body. — I Corinthians 12:25.
6. Look up the word “schism” in a dictionary. Write down the definition.

____________________________________________________________
7. What is the Lord’s desire concerning all the members within our church?
See: Ephesians 4:13.
That we all come in the __ __ __ __ __ of the __ __ __ __ __ .
B. The AIM Of Church Unity:
1. It is significant to note that both Ephesians 4:16 and I Corinthians

12:12-27 liken our church to a human body, calling it the “Body of
Christ.”

2. Ephesians 4:16 sees the goal of our church to have every member
working together just as a fit athlete has every joint and muscle toned to
perfection.
3. I Corinthians 12:26 sees the danger of our Church having suffering

members — thus causing the work of the Lord to be “hamstrung.”
4. True church unity is not having a group of “cloned” Christians — all

thinking the same, doing the same, liking the same things, etc. — it means
having a spiritually fit body with EVERY member (yes, you too!) matured,
ministering, and multiplying.
C. The AID To Church Unity:

According to Ephesians 4:11,12, the Lord has given to the churches apostles and
prophets (ministries which ceased with the completion of the Word of God) and
He still gives E __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ (church-planters, “missionaries”),
and P __ __ __ __ __ __ and T __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .
D. The ATTITUDE For Church Unity:

List the godly attitudes needed in all members of our Church — Ephesians
4:2,32:
______________ ______________ ______________ ______________
______________ ______________ ______________ ______________
READING ASSIGNMENT:
Read: John Chapter 17.
MEMORIZATION:
Try and commit to memory: Psalm 133:1.


STUDY #22
V Victory
The greatest single need in the personal lives of the majority of Christians is that
of VICTORY — not simply a victory here and there, but the experiencing of a
consistent, daily, victorious Christian life. Sadly, so many believers are living
defeated lives.
You have been saved for some time now. You have been working through these
lessons for many weeks. Ask yourself this question — “Am I living victoriously?”
Please be honest with yourself before God.
If you are defeated, or if your life consists of a roller coaster path of spiritual “ups
and downs,” this lesson will be of immense value to you. But studying it will not
be enough — it must be applied!
DOES GOD WANT HIS CHILDREN TO HAVE

VICTORY?
A. From John 10:10b, I see the Lord wants me to have an A __ __ __ __ __ __ __ life.
B. From Psalm 16:11, I see the Lord intends me to experience F__ __ __ __ __ __ of

J __ __ .
C. According to John 8:31,32, I see the Lord intends the truth (His Word) not only to
make me His disciple (salvation), but also to M __ __ __ me F __ __ __ .
This freedom from sin does not mean the absence of sin — but, as Romans 6:14
declares, freedom from the power of sin.
D. Does God want me to experience a life of victory? ______________________
STEPS TO VICTORY IN YOUR LIFE

A. To enable you to enjoy the victorious life, the following steps (shown by the
diagram following) need to be understood:

4 VICTORY
3 TRANSLATE
VICTORY INTO
2 REALIZE GOD’S YOUR OWN
PROVISION FOR EXPERIENCE
1 UNDERSTAND VICTORY
YOUR ENEMY
IDENTIFY YOUR
ENEMY
B. The Bible teaches there are THREE enemies that you will face as a child of God,
each seeking to rob you of the joy of the Lord.
These three enemies are the:
M WORLD M FLESH M DEVIL
We will now take each one of these enemies and apply the four steps to victory.
HOW TO HAVE VICTORY OVER THE “WORLD”

A. IDENTIFY YOUR ENEMY:
When the Bible speaks of the “world” in the context of opposition to you, it is not
referring to God’s creation — but to the “world system” which is organized on
selfish principles, improper motives, ungodly standards, and is opposed to the
things of God.
1. Jesus said His __ __ __ __ __ __ __ is not of this __ __ __ __ __ — John

18:36.
2. Jesus said the world system would __ __ __ __ the Christian as it did Him
— John 15:18.
3. Jesus also said the believer is not __ __ the __ __ __ __ __ — John 15:19.
This does not mean we are to shut ourselves away from any worldly
contact. We are IN the world, but not OF the world.
4. According to James 4:4, for a Christian to be worldly only brings
__ __ __ __ __ __ with God.
5. In the light of these scriptures, do you think there is any common ground
between God and the world, upon which the believer may safely stand?
_______________ See: Matthew 6:24.

6. According to II Timothy 4:10, what happens to a Christian when he or she
is defeated by the world? _______________________________________
B. UNDERSTAND YOUR ENEMY:
1. How does the “world” attack the Christian? Answer: It ENTICES the
Christian away from the Lord.
2. Look up: I John 2:15-17. According to verse 16, what are three ways the
world will attempt to entice you?
a. The __ __ __ __ of the __ __ __ __ __ .
b. The __ __ __ __ of the __ __ __ __ .
c. The __ __ __ __ __ of __ __ __ __ .
3. According to verse 15, what is it that the “world” seeks to gain from you?
My __ __ __ __ .
C. REALIZE GOD’S PROVISION FOR VICTORY:
1. Look up: John 16:33. What did Jesus say to His disciples?
“Be of __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ , I have __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ the
world.”
2. The Lord Jesus Christ said He has won the victory for you!
D. TRANSLATE CHRIST’S VICTORY INTO YOUR OWN EXPERIENCE:

It’s all very well to see that the Lord Jesus won the victory over the world, but you
and I need to appropriate this victory into our own lives so that we too can be
overcomers.
Here’s how:
1. Acknowledge you are on the victory side.

a. I John 5:5 — Who is He that overcometh the world?
“__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ that Jesus is
the __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .”
b. Are you a believer on the Lord Jesus Christ? _______________

2. Claim your victory by FAITH.
a. I John 5:4 — “...and this is the victory that overcometh the
__ __ __ __ __ , even our __ __ __ __ __ .”
b. What is faith? Faith is simply believing what God says in His
Word and acting upon it — total reliance upon God.

3. Do the will of God always.
“The world __ __ __ __ __ __ __ away: but he that doeth the __ __ __ __
of __ __ __ abideth __ __ __ __ __ __ __ ”— I John 2:17.
4. Set your affections on heavenly things.

If you think about worldly things, wrong things, etc., you will be easily
enticed.
a. Colossians 3:1 — “Seek those things which are __ __ __ __ __ .”
b. Colossians 3:2 — “Set your __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ on
things above.”
c. Matthew 6:21 — “For where your __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ is,
there will your __ __ __ __ __ be also.”
List the eight things given in Philippians 4:8 that should be the focus of the
believer’s mind:
“Whatsoever things are...
__________________ __________________ __________________
__________________ __________________ of ________________
__________________ __________________ ...think on these things.”
HOW TO HAVE VICTORY OVER THE “FLESH”

1. When the Bible speaks of the “flesh” in the context of opposition to you, it
is not referring to your literal body — but to the old sin nature, the “old
man,” the corrupt Adamic nature which belongs to all men.
a. According to II Peter 1:4b, when you were saved, you were
made a __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ of the __ __ __ __ __ __ nature.
However, the old sin nature was NOT removed.
b. In the flesh (your old nature) dwelleth __ __ __ __ __ __
__ __ __ __ __ — Romans 7:18.
2. As a Christian, you have TWO NATURES — the flesh and the spirit —
the old and the new — the sinful and the divine.

How does the “flesh” attack the Christian? Answer: It produces CONFLICT
and inner turmoil. It coöperates with the world and the Devil.

1. According to Romans 7:21, what did the apostle Paul discover? ______
____________________________________________________________
2. How does Galatians 5:17 describe this conflict? ____________________

____________________________________________________________
3. According to Romans 7:23, where does this conflict take place?

In the M __ __ __ .
C. REALIZE GOD’S PROVISION FOR YOUR VICTORY:
1. What was Paul’s question in Romans 7:24?

“Who shall __ __ __ __ __ __ __ me... ?”
2. Write out the answer to Paul’s question in Romans 7:25a.
“I ___________________________________________________ Lord.”
3. The Lord Jesus Christ has won the victory for you!
1. Galatians 5:16 — “ __ __ __ __ in the __ __ __ __ __ __ .”

2. II Corinthians 5:7 — “For we walk by __ __ __ __ __ .”
These Scriptures show the importance of walking constantly with the Lord
in His Word.
3. Romans 13:14 — “But __ __ __ __ __ __ __ the Lord Jesus Christ, and
make not __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ for the __ __ __ __ __ to fulfill the
lusts thereof.”
This verse instructs you to “blockade the flesh” — don’t feed it.
4. Recognize your position in Christ.
a. My old nature (flesh) has been C __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ —
Galatians 5:24.
b. Galatians 2:20 — “I am __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ with Christ...”
c. Romans 6:6 — My old man is __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ with
Christ.
This is a fact. Your old Adamic nature was dealt a death blow when it was
crucified with Christ — but crucifixion is a slow and painful death, and
what you experience in the inner conflict is a doomed enemy still trying to
raise its ugly head and control your life.

5. Reckon this fact into reality each day of your life. Write out: Romans 6:11.
____________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________
6. According to I Peter 2:11, you are to __ __ __ __ __ __ __ from fleshly

lusts.
HOW TO HAVE VICTORY OVER THE “DEVIL”

1. Before going on, review Study #5 which deals in more detail with Satan.
2. According to I Peter 5:8, the Devil is your __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .

How does Satan attack the Christian? Answer: He uses a number of DEVICES
to attack us. See: II Corinthians 2:11.
1. He uses T __ __ __ T A T I O N — I Thessalonians 3:5. Satan is a master

at using the world to entice you.
2. He uses W__ __ __ __ — Ephesians 6:11b. This means ‘crafty deception.’
3. He uses P __ __ __ __ — I Timothy 3:6. Satan will appeal to the flesh.
4. He uses discouragement. Read: Deuteronomy 1:21,28.
5. He uses F __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ of opposition — Ephesians 6:16.
C. REALIZE GOD’S PROVISION FOR YOUR VICTORY:
1. According to I John 3:8b, what was the reason the Lord Jesus Christ
came?
____________________________________________________________
2. According to Hebrews 2:14, how did the Lord Jesus defeat Satan?
____________________________________________________________
3. The Lord Jesus Christ has won the victory for you!
1. Remember you are on the winning side — I John 4:4. “Greater is he that is
__ __ __ __ __ , than he that is in the __ __ __ __ __ .”
2. According to I John 2:14, we overcome the Wicked One when the

__ __ __ __ of __ __ __ abides in us.

3. You are to put on the __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ of God —
Ephesians 6:13.
4. List the DEFENSIVE items of this spiritual armor as listed in Ephesians
6:14-18.
_______________ _______________ _______________
_______________ _______________
5. What part of this armor of God is OFFENSIVE; i.e., that with which we
may fight? __________________________________________________
6. According to James 4:7, we are to __ __ __ __ __ __ Satan.

7. According to I Peter 5:9, we are to resist him stedfast in the __ __ __ __ __ .
8. According to Ephesians 4:27, we are to give NO __ __ __ __ __ to the
Devil.
THE PROMISE OF VICTORY

A. Romans 8:37 — “In __ __ __ these things we are more than
__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .”
B. I Corinthians 15:57— “But thanks be to God which __ __ __ __ __ __ us the

__ __ __ __ __ __ __ .”
C. II Corinthians 2:14 — “Now thanks be unto God, which __ __ __ __ __ __

causeth us to __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .”
D. Philippians 4:13 — “I __ __ __ do __ __ __ things...”
THE PERSON OF VICTORY

A. Romans 8:37 — “...through __ __ __ that loved us.”
B. I Corinthians 15:57 — “...through our __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __

__ __ __ __ __ __ .”
C. II Corinthians 2:14 — “...in __ __ __ __ __ __ .”
D. Philippians 4:13 — “...through __ __ __ __ __ __ which

__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ me.”

THE PATH OF VICTORY
Did you notice??
As you studied the Steps to Victory over the World, the Flesh, and the Devil,
there was a common theme in translating victory into your own experience:
FAITH
GOD’S
WORD VICTORY
Believing God’s Word

and putting it into
practice in your life.
A. According to Psalm 119:9,11, what will hiding God’s Word in your heart do for
you? _____________________________________________________________
B. According to Matthew 26:41, what two things should we do to avoid falling into
temptation?
__ __ __ __ __ and __ __ __ __ .
MEMORIZATION:
Try and commit to memory: I Corinthians 10:13.

STUDY #23
W Witnessing
Without any doubt, the greatest and most notable difference between apostolic,
New Testament Christianity and present-day New Testament Christianity is
witnessing! The early churches were most noted for their witnessing of Christ,
while many 20TH century Baptist churches are characterized by their lack of
witness.
In this lesson you will learn that it is God’s will for you to witness and be a soul
winner for Him. You will also learn how to be a soul winner; that is, how to lead
someone to Christ.
All the other lessons you have studied and learned through this series will have
been greatly diminished in value if your life does not bear fruit.
WHAT DOES “WITNESSING” MEAN?

A. A witness in a courtroom trial is expected to tell what he knows, what he has seen,
or what he has heard. He cannot tell what others have said — he must relate his
own personal experience in his own words.
Witnessing for the Lord Jesus Christ is the same. It is YOU telling in YOUR own
words what happened to YOU.
B. Read the story of how Jesus healed the blind man in John 9:1-38.
1. When questioned by others, do you think this man was able to give a
detailed explanation of what had happened? __________
2. According to verse 25b, what was this man able to say?

“One thing I know, ____________________________________________
__________________________________________________________ .”
C. Read the story of how Jesus won a woman to Himself in John 4:5-30.
What was the first thing this woman did when she realized she had actually met
Christ? (verses 28-30.) ______________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________

ARE “WITNESSING” AND “SOUL WINNING”
THE SAME THING?
A. You will often hear these two words used — they are both Bible words.
1. WITNESSING = relating your own personal experience of salvation.

2. SOUL WINNING = using your witness and the Word of God to bring
others to Christ.
B. You cannot separate witnessing and soul winning.
1. John 15:8 — “Herein is my Father glorified, that ye __ __ __ __

__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .”
2. Proverbs 11:30 — “The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life; and he that
__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ _ is __ __ __ __ .”
WHY SHOULD YOU BE A WITNESS AND A

SOUL WINNER?
Here are nine Bible reasons why YOU should endeavor to tell others of Christ and seek
to win them for Him .
You ought to win souls because:
A. It Is A COMMAND:
Look up: Acts 1:8 — “...and ye __ __ __ __ __ be witnesses...”
B. It Is A DUTY:
Look up: Matthew 4:19 — “F __ __ __ __ __ Me, and I will make you
__ __ __ __ __ __ __ of __ __ __ .”
C. It Is A DEBT:
Look up: Romans 1:14.
1. Paul said, “I am __ __ __ __ __ __ ...”

2. The gift of salvation is free, but a moral debt exists for us to tell others.
D. It Is A RESPONSIBILITY:
Look up: Ezekiel 3:17,18.

1. In a real sense, God has made you a W __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .
2. The duty of a watchman is to W __ __ __ those in danger.
3. When we fail to tell others of Christ when we have the opportunity:
a. The wicked man shall die in his __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .
b. God will require his __ __ __ __ __ at your hand.
E. It Is A CALLING:
Look up: II Corinthians 5:20.
1. We are to be an __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ for __ __ __ __ __ __ .
2. As with human affairs, this is a very important position of trust.
F. There Is A NEED:
Look up: Mark 8:36. Why is soul winning so important? _______________
_________________________________________________________________
G. There Is A RECKONING:
Read: II Corinthians 5:10,11a.
1. One day you will stand before your Lord at the __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __

__ __ __ __ . (This is a judgment concerning how you served the Lord.)
2. What was Paul’s motivation for persuading men? _________________

____________________________________________________________
H. It Is CARING:
1. So much of today’s caring centers on the physical needs of man. Real,

godly caring focuses first on the eternal needs of a man.
2. Look up: Psalm 142:4. This verse expresses the real tragedy of today:
“...no man __ __ __ __ __ for my __ __ __ __ .”
I. It Brings JOY:
1. Look up: Acts 8:5,8,35,39. There is JOY on the part of ______________

___________________________________________________________ .
2. Look up: Luke 15:7,10. There is JOY on the part of ________________

___________________________________________________________ .

3. Look up: Psalm 126:5,6. There is JOY on the part of ________________
___________________________________________________________ .
IS WITNESSING THE DUTY OF EVERY

CHRISTIAN?
A. Some people have it in their minds that witnessing and soul winning are duties
belonging to the pastors, the deacons, the Sunday School teachers, or those with
the “gift of gab.”
B. The Bible clearly shows it is for EVERY Christian to be a witness.
1. Psalm 107:2 — “Let the __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ of the Lord __ __ __

__ __ .”
2. Acts 8:4 — “Therefore __ __ __ __ that were scattered abroad __ __ __ __

everywhere __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ the __ __ __ __ .”
3. Look at: Acts 8:1. Did this group of people referred to in verse 4 include
the apostles (pastors/preachers)? __________
HOW OFTEN SHOULD YOU WITNESS?

According to Acts 5:42 and Acts 20:31, the apostolic New Testament Christians testified
of Jesus Christ:
__________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
WHAT ARE GOD’S REQUIREMENTS FOR YOU

TO BE A WITNESS FOR CHRIST?
A. GOD REQUIRES YOU TO HAVE A BURDEN FOR SOULS:
Read: Esther 8:6; Romans 9:1-3; and Romans 10:1.
As you read these scriptures, ask God to burn their message upon your heart.
Most Christians don’t witness and win souls because they have no real burden.

B. GOD REQUIRES YOU TO HAVE A LOVE FOR SOULS:
1. Read: Jude 21,22; II Corinthians 5:14a and Psalm 126:5.

2. It was love that sent Jesus Christ into this sin-cursed world to die on the
cross (John 3:16) — and it is love that will motivate you to bring Christ to
the lost.
C. GOD REQUIRES YOU TO LIVE A CLEAN, SEPARATED LIFE:
1. Read: II Timothy 2:21; Jude 23 and Philippians 2:15.

2. The saying, “Actions speak louder than words” has no greater relevance
than in the matter of soul winning.
D. GOD REQUIRES YOU TO BE FILLED WITH THE HOLY SPIRIT:
1. Read: Acts 1:8 and Ephesians 5:18.

2. God’s work must be done in God’s way in God’s POWER.
E. GOD REQUIRES YOU TO HAVE PERSEVERANCE:
1. Read: Matthew 22:1-10; I Corinthians 15:58 and Galatians 6:9.

2. Our task is not to win everyone, but to TELL everyone — Acts 13:46.
3. Not everyone will listen. Not everyone will be saved. But soul winning is
one task for which God PROMISES success.
4. Psalm 126:6 — “...shall D __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ come again...”
5. Isaiah 55:11 — God’s Word shall not return __ __ __ __ , but shall always
__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ God’s purpose.
FOUR STEPS TO A SOUL WINNING WITNESS

The most common illustration of soul winning found in the Bible is that of a “harvest.”
See: Psalm 126:6; Matthew 13:3-9; John 4:35-38 and I Corinthians 3:6-8. There are
several steps to be undertaken before getting a harvest into the barn:
STEP #1 — GO
No farmer ever reaps a harvest without a lot of preparation and hard work.
You will NEVER win a soul for Christ without this preliminary step!
· Psalm 126:6 — “He that __ __ __ __ __ forth...”

· Mark 16:15 — “ __ __ ye into all the world and preach...”
· Acts 5:20 — “ __ __ , stand and __ __ __ __ __ ...”
This lesson will be useless to you unless you determine in your heart to take this
first step in reaching a precious soul.
HOW MAY I “GO?”
A. Our Church has set times of “visitation” when members go out into the
community to do either of two things — knock on doors to invite people to the
services (gain prospects), or visit in homes of prospects (to win them).
B. All visits are conducted on a two-by-two basis — and a young or inexperienced

Christian is teamed up with a more mature and experienced Christian. You can
learn as the “silent partner.”
C. In addition, you need to sit down and make a list of people in your own circle of
influence who are lost — relatives, neighbors, friends, work mates, etc. They are
all going to spend eternity somewhere. Then begin a plan of action to witness to
them and try to win them to Christ.
STEP #2 — SOW
You may need to go out of your way to help somebody. You may have to invite
someone into your home for a meal. You may have to win the confidence and
trust of a person first - but before they can be saved, the seed must be sown.
· Psalm 126:6 — “...bearing precious __ __ __ __ .”
· Luke 8:11 — “...the seed is the __ __ __ __ of __ __ __ .”
· I Peter 1:23-25 — This scripture says the incorruptible seed is ______
_________________________________________________________ .
It is absolutely imperative that you use the Bible when witnessing and leading a
soul to Christ. The salvation of a soul is the work of God (not you); thus you need
to use the “weapon” of God.
Warning!! You cannot expect fruit if you plant corrupted seed. (Be sure to
use only the pure, Authorized, King James Version of the Bible!)
According to Ephesians 6:17, the Sword of the Spirit is the

__ __ __ __ of __ __ __ .
It is unnecessary for you to use logic, philosophy, theology, or salesmanship

when it comes to soul winning. God’s Word works!!

HOW MAY I “SOW?”
A. Get into the habit of carrying sound Gospel tracts with you — in your pocket,
your purse (ladies), your car. Leave a tract with those you meet — shop
assistants, filling-station attendants, friends, etc. Leave a tract in the phone
booth, on the restaurant table, in the waiting room. Include a tract with every
letter you mail. Many have been saved through the silent witness of a tract.
Note: Always make sure our church name and a phone number are on
the tract.
Note: Be careful not to litter or violate reasonable ordinances by the
indiscriminate use of tracts.
B. Invite people to the preaching meetings of our Church. Don’t give up when
people at first decline or make excuses. Work at bringing someone with you each
Sunday.
C. Be “soul-conscious.” Ask God to help you become aware that everyone you
meet is a soul that will spend eternity somewhere. Cultivate the ability to insert
some witness into every conversation — share a blessing, a verse, a warning, etc.
Don’t be pushy or over-bearing, but don’t keep silent either.
D. Learn the “Romans Road to Heaven.” This is the plan of salvation taken from
the Book of Romans in the New Testament. There are many other scriptures you
can use (and you will in time), but this is a good starting point. With these four
scripture references you can show a person how to be saved.
q Romans 3:23 — the FACT of sin (see: verses 10-23).

q Romans 6:23 — the CONSEQUENCES of sin.
q Romans 5:8 — the REMEDY for sin.
q Romans 10:9,10,13 — the HOW to be saved.
E. Remember, it the the __ __ __ that brings the knowledge (conviction) of sin —

Romans 3:20b; 7:7.
The Ten Commandments are given in Exodus 20:3-17. Use the last six to show
how we are all lawbreakers:
· Thou shalt not kill — Matthew 5:21,22.
· Thou shalt not commit adultery — Matthew 5:27,28.
· Thou shalt not steal — Malachi 3:8.
· Thou shalt not bear false witness — “Have you ever told a lie?”
· Thou shalt not covet — “Have you ever wanted something that doesn’t
belong to you?”
Remember, it only takes one offense to make us an offender — James 2:10.

Even if someone could truthfully say they have never broken these last six
commandments (e.g. Mark 10:17-20), everyone has violated the first two!
· Thou shalt have NO OTHER GODS — Matthew 22:37.
· Thou shalt not make ... any IMAGE — Jeremiah 23:16-18; Romans
1:21-23. Most lost people have concocted an “imaginary” god.
STEP #3 — WATER
There must be water before the seed can come up.
· Psalm 126:5 — “They that sow in __ __ __ __ __ ...”
· Psalm 126:6 — “He that goeth forth, and __ __ __ __ __ __ __ ...”
· Acts 20:31 — “...night and day with __ __ __ __ __ .”
This step refers to the need for prayer. When you have sown seed in the heart of
someone, pray for them earnestly and fervently until they are saved.
One of the characteristics of a soul winning Christian is a broken and
compassionate heart. Many tears are often shed over a lost loved one.
STEP #4 — REAP
The second greatest joy of the Christian life (after the joy of salvation itself) is the
joy of actually leading a precious soul to Christ — to be a kind of “spiritual
midwife,” and witness the miracle of the new birth. God promises you a harvest.
· Psalm 126:5 — “...shall __ __ __ __ in joy.”
· Psalm 126:6 — “...shall doubtless come again with rejoicing, bringing
his __ __ __ __ __ __ __ with him.”
Have you ever seen a “self-harvesting” plant? No! No crop will ever pick itself.
Harvesting requires labor and method.
HOW MAY I “REAP?”
A. Plan to! It’s amazing how many Christians fail to win those they witness to simply
because they don’t expect to. Act in faith — take God at His Word, and expect to
reap a harvest.
B. Make certain (by asking questions) that the one you are dealing with fully
understands the plan of salvation. Be careful not to ask “loaded” questions such
as “Do you want to go to Heaven?” Do not try to reap if there is no evident
conviction of sin, or if there is no real understanding about what Christ has done.
Remember, human nature expects to “work” for salvation. Don’t harvest an

“unripened crop!” However, if it is not time to reap, ALWAYS leave the door
open.
C. Explain carefully that salvation is BELIEVING, that this means REPENTING

(turning from sin and self) and RECEIVING (turning to Christ), and that this is
done by calling upon the Lord through a simple, heartfelt prayer.
D. The so-called “sinner’s prayer” has no set format, but needs to include two
important elements — ACKNOWLEDGMENT of the facts [I am a guilty sinner
destined for Hell], and REPENTANCE [turning from sin] & FAITH [receiving the
Lord Jesus Christ as personal Saviour].
E. After you lead a soul to receive the Lord — pray with him, rejoice with him,
encourage him to come to church at the next opportunity. Get others to pray for
the new “babe” in Christ, and talk to the pastor about getting him into this “ABC’s
of Christian Growth” program.
ASSIGNMENT #1:
The opportunity my Church offers me to engage in visitation is on:
___________________________ (Day) at _______________ (Time) .
ASSIGNMENT #2:
I have set aside copies of our Church brochure for ready use in the following
places:
_____________ _____________ _____________ _____________
I have obtained the following Gospel tracts to use as a means of sowing the seed:
__________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________
ASSIGNMENT #3:
List two or three people the Lord would have you pray for and make opportunity
to witness to in the next four weeks. (Take time to pray before writing.)
__________________ __________________ __________________

ASSIGNMENT #4:
On a separate sheet, write out your own testimony as though you were telling
someone of what Christ has done for you.
A testimony should be divided into three parts:
q Your life before you were saved.
q How you came to be saved, and what you did.
q Your life since you were saved.
I accept that the Bible teaches I am to both witness and seek to win others to
Christ. I now dedicate my life to involve myself in this Christian duty, first by
seeking to study and memorize the scriptures, and to pray for the lost; then
involve myself in the opportunities presented by the Church to train and visit.
Signed: ___________________________________ Date: ______________

STUDY #24
X “X-Rated” for Christians

There are some things a Baptist ought NOT do.

As this world staggers toward the return of the Lord Jesus Christ, things are going
to get w-o-r-s-e, not better. According to II Timothy 3:1, these last days will be
characterized by __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ times, while Matthew 24:12 predicts
that __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ shall abound.
Were it not for the clear teachings of the Word of God, it would be easy for the
believer to be swept along by the tide of sin and lawlessness. Thank God we
have the Bible!
One of the “criticisms” of the Bible is that it is so NEGATIVE — full of “thou shalt
not’s,” etc. The fact is, the Bible IS negative in the majority of its teaching — for
the simple reason that man has a POSITIVE tendency toward sin.
This study will look at some of the current “sociological sins” facing you today.
They are widespread and generally acceptable in the community today. That
doesn’t make them right — it’s what the Bible says that counts.
— PREPARATION FOR THIS STUDY —
A. Review Lesson #19 — Separation.
1. What are the two aspects of separation?

_________________________ and _________________________
2. What is our liberty in Christ restricted to? _______________________
____________________________________________________________
B. Review Lesson #22 — Victory.
1. What does the “world” seek from you? __________________________

2. According to Colossians 3:1,2, where are you to place your affections?
__________________________________________________________

WHY BAPTISTS DON’T DRINK ALCOHOL
A. Drinking is a real problem in this country — hundreds of lives are lost, thousands
of homes are destroyed, and millions of dollars are wasted annually as a direct
result of the liquor industry. And yet, for all of that, consuming alcohol is one of
the most socially acceptable (and expected!) pastimes in the nation.
B. The Bible has much to say concerning liquor, and is very clear in its teaching on
the subject.
C. Before studying the scriptures, it is vital to keep in mind the fact that the word
“wine” in the Bible is a generic word which applies to all products derived from
grapes — both natural grape juice and man-made alcoholic wine. The context of
the passage determines what is meant in each case.
1. Proverbs 20:1 — “Wine is a __ __ __ __ __ __ .”

2. Proverbs 23:20,21 — Drunkenness leads to P__ __ __ __ __ __ .
3. Isaiah 5:11 — The Bible pronounces __ __ __ upon drunks.
4. Genesis 9:20-23 — Drinking brings N__ __ __ __ N E S S and shame.
5. Habakkuk 2:15 — God hates us giving our N__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ a
drink.
6. Proverbs 31:4,5 — Liquor perverts J__ __ __ __ __ __ __ .
(Proverbs 31:4,5 refers to the practice of “drinking to drown your
sorrows” — but drink NEVER removes the sorrows, it only compounds
them, as Proverbs 23:29,30 teaches.)
7. Isaiah 5:12,14 — Drink is a sure path to H __ __ __ .
8. Isaiah 28:7 — Drink causes us to E __ __ .
9. Mark 15:23 — Jesus refused a stupefying drink of __ __ __ __ as He was
being crucified.
D. The temptation for the Christian is to drink “socially.” To this we answer:
1. Every drunkard began with just one drink.

2. First, man takes the drink — then, drink takes the man.
3. Liquor is deceiving — Proverbs 20:1 says so!!
E. Keep in mind that alcoholic beverage is a man-made product. The process of

fermentation requires special conditions and human intervention. The exact
proportions of sugar, yeast, and water must be present, and a temperature range

of between 10o and 22oC (50o-72oF) maintained — otherwise vinegar will be
produced.
F. Many try to argue for drink by citing the first miracle of the Lord Jesus Christ
where He turned the water into wine. But oriental weddings were religious
occasions, not festive — and God never contradicts His Word. This wine was
grape juice.
WHY BAPTISTS DON’T GAMBLE

A popular slogan promoting a lottery says, “Millions Won Weekly” — but fails to tell the
other side of the story — “Countless Millions Lost Weekly” — not to mention ruined
lives, broken homes, hungry children, and the accompanying rise in organized crime,
prostitution, and theft.
Our country is a nation of gamblers. From raffles, bingo, and lotto, to racing and
casinos, many alluring opportunities are presented to the child of God.
What Does The Bible Have To Say On This Matter?
A. Gambling Is An Insult To God:
1. Philippians 4:19 — God shall supply __ __ __ our __ __ __ __ .

2. II Corinthians 9:8 — God will see to it that His children will have all
__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ in __ __ __ things.
When we gamble we are in effect saying to the Lord, “I do not think you
will keep your promise.”
B. Gambling Is Spiritually Dangerous:

It is a sin that has drowned many a man in destruction and perdition (Hell).
I Timothy 6:9 — To those that will (want to above all else) be rich, the danger is that
they will experience:
T __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __
A S __ __ __ __
F __ __ __ __ __ __ and H __ __ __ __ __ __ lusts.
C. Gambling Is Basically Selfish:

Gambling seeks prosperity at the expense of others.
1. Exodus 20:17 — “Thou shalt not __ __ __ __ __ .”

No one gambles to lose. The prime motivation for all forms of gambling is
to gain what is not owned. That is covetousness.

2. I Timothy 6:10 — This verse does not teach that money is a problem, but
rather the __ __ __ __ of money.
3. Genesis 3:19 — God intends man to live by the __ __ __ __ __ of his face;

i.e., to work for a living.
It is a principle of God that there must be:
WORK BEFORE WEALTH

SOWING BEFORE REAPING
Gambling abrogates God’s natural law because the gambler seeks to reap
what others have sown.
D. Gambling Is Poor Stewardship:
1. Nobody ever really wins by indulging in gambling.

2. According to I Corinthians 4:2, God requires each Christian to be a good
__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ over all that has been given to His hand.
E. Gambling Is Often Plain “Superstition:”

It often involves “lucky numbers,” “lucky systems,” “keeping your fingers
crossed,” etc.
Read what God has to say about such things in Isaiah 47:12,13.
1. Romans 8:28 — “All things work together for __ __ __ __ to them that

love God...”
2. I Peter 5:7—“Casting __ __ __ your __ __ __ __ upon __ __ __ ”
One word that needs to disappear from the Christian’s vocabulary is “LUCK.”
Luck plays no part in our Heavenly Father’s loving and providential care for His
own.
F. Gambling Makes One Insensitive To God’s Will:

According to John 19:23,24, the Roman soldiers gambled for the clothes of the
crucified Lord. They were completely unaware of the event transpiring in their
presence. When anyone is consumed with self-interest, they are most insensitive
to the things of the Lord.
Resist any temptation to win something. Avoid gambling as an enemy of your
soul. Lean wholly upon the Lord for everything good.

WHY BAPTISTS DON’T SMOKE
Smoking (like many other drugs) is addictive. That’s why so many Christians have a real
problem in this area.
Smoking (and other harmful drugs) should be absent from your life — for three basic
reasons:
A. For PHYSICAL Reasons:

It is common knowledge that smoking is harmful and even deadly. Unsaved
people quit smoking for this reason: even the more ought a Christian.
1. I Corinthians 6:19 — Our physical body is the __ __ __ __ __ __ of the

__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ . It is sacred, and ought not to be defiled
by any known harmful substance.
2. I Corinthians 9:27 — The Apostle Paul kept his physical body under
control by keeping “__ __ __ __ __ ” his body (i.e. ‘pinned down,’ a
wrestling term) and bringing it into __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ .
In other words, he was not going to allow his body or his flesh dictate what
he could do, or not do, for the Lord.
Remember — it is with your body that you serve the Lord. Harming it only
hinders effective service.
B. For EMOTIONAL Reasons:
1. Many people take up serious smoking (and drugs) because of underlying

emotional causes — insecurity, anxiety, etc. It quickly becomes a deadly
crutch. Addiction is a terrible thing.
2. The believer is to be “... C __ __ __ __ __ __ (full of care, anxious) for
nothing... ,” Philippians 4:6, but to learn to trust in the Lord for all things.
3. Experiencing Philippians 4:7 (by applying Philippians 4:6,8,9) does away
with any need for addictive substances.
C. For SPIRITUAL Reasons:
1. A smoking Christian is a poor testimony because, rightly or wrongly, the

world believes the Christian is supposed to be clean in his habits.
2. One of the great obstacles to winning a soul for Christ is a stale tobacco
breath (or any bad breath, for that matter).

WHY BAPTISTS DON’T DANCE
A. Dancing Is A Practice With Strong Sexual Overtones — be it “ballroom”
style with its intimate embrace, or the latest body-shaking “gyrations” which
flaunt the flesh and lower God-given inhibitions. If dancing has any place
whatsoever in the life of a Christian, it could only be between husband and wife in
the privacy of their own marriage relationship.
B. The Bible Associates Dancing With Evil.
1. Read: Exodus 32:1-29. Dancing is mentioned here in verse 19. Notice

the things associated with the dance:
a. Verse 4 — _______________________________________ .
b. Verse 6 — D __ __ __ __ I N G.
c. Verse 25 — N __ __ __ __ N E S S.
2. Read: Matthew 14:1-12. Dancing was the means of getting the adulterous
Herod to put John the Baptist to death. Who danced here?
__________________________
C. Some Point To King David’s Dancing Before The Lord, as recorded in II

Samuel 6:12-21 as an allowance for dancing.
It is important to understand some facts relating to this case.
1. David danced alone.

2. David danced out of extreme joy before the Lord.
3. Even so, it seems this kind of dancing led David to uncover himself —
verse 20.
As innocent as this dance of child-like excitement and praise to the Lord may
have been, it was nothing like the kind of dancing seen in today’s society.
WHY BAPTISTS DON’T LISTEN TO ROCK AND

ROLL “MUSIC”
Many Christians believe the issue of music is simply a matter of personal taste. Some like
classical; others prefer jazz; many love “Country & Western;” and a lot go in for rock and
roll. However, this is not the case!
There is much more to rock and roll than meets the ear, as any careful study of the
subject will reveal. Rock and roll especially is a downright dangerous music form. Not

only should Christians avoid listening to it, but our young ones must be protected from
its Satanic influence.
According to Ephesians 5:10, believers are to prove what is __ __ __ __ __ __ A B L E to
the __ __ __ __ .
A. God’s Standards For Music:
1. Read: Ephesians 5:19,20. The three forms of sacred music listed are:
a. P __ __ __ __ __ = scripture set to music.
b. H __ __ __ __ = songs based upon scripture.
c. S __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ S __ __ __ __ = music that is
Christ-exalting, speaking to the spiritual man, not the old nature.
2. Read: Colossians 3:16.
Christian songs should T __ __ __ __ and A __ __ __ __ I S H.
B. Music Profoundly Affects Us:
1. Think of how a stirring march picks us up — how soft organ music makes
many people feel “religious” — how a love ballad can make you feel
melancholy. Music can give a man courage in battle, or reduce him to
tears. Thus we see the importance of music — and, for the Christian, the
importance of the right kind of music.
The following diagram will explain the effect of music upon a man.
MUSIC MAN
Three parts Three parts
ê ê
MELODY affects the SPIRIT
HARMONY affects the SOUL

(Intellect)
RHYTHYM affects the FLESH
2. The difference between godly music and rock and roll is that godly music
emphasizes the melody and controls the harmony and rhythm — whereas
rock and roll is heavy on the beat, with little attention to the melody. In this
way, rock and roll appeals to and arouses the flesh.

C. Why Rock And Roll Music Is Harmful:
1. Its emphasis is on the beat, and the kind of beat (throbbing, pulsating)
appeals to the flesh; and in conjunction with everything else about rock
and roll, it arouses impure thoughts and actions.
(By the way, putting “Christian” words to a rock beat — as does so-called
‘Christian Rock’ — or to other worldly forms of music (like much of the
Contemporary Christian Music [CCM], ‘Christian’ Rap, etc. do) is just as
wrong! Sacred music should always move the spirit, not the feet!)
2. The lyrics of rock and roll music are usually wicked, perverse, immoral,
and just plain ungodly. With so-called “heavy metal” rock, they are often
occult.
3. Some heavy metal rock recordings contain “back-masking” or subliminal
(unheard) sounds which the brain unscrambles. Experts say these
messages preach rebellion and occultism.
4. The “Rock Culture” is hardly a model for Christians to follow. The
majority of “performers” are living immoral lives, associated with drugs,
sex, sadism, etc. Many performers end up committing suicide, or dying at
a young age through drug overdoses..
SCRIPTURE MEMORIZATION:
Try to commit to memory: Philippians 4:8.

STUDY #25
Y Your Church Home

For this lesson you will need to do the following:

q Review Study #3 — “The Church.”
q Read your copy of the “Church Covenant.”
q Read your copy of the “Church Constitution.”
QUESTIONS RELATING TO YOUR REVIEW OF

STUDY #3 — THE CHURCH
A. Write out the Biblical ‘definition’ of a New Testament Baptist church. ______
__________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
B. How would you answer the question, “Who is the head of this Church that you
belong to?”________________________________________________________
C. What are the three things you can do to receive many blessings from your
Church?
____________________ ____________________ ____________________
QUESTIONS RELATING TO YOUR READING OF

THE CHURCH COVENANT
These questions are based on a written Church Covenant used by many Bible-believing Baptist
churches. A copy of such a Covenant is inserted on the last page.
A. Who are the people voluntarily entering into this “Covenant”? _____________
__________________________________________________________________
B. Paragraph 2 of the Covenant deals with your relationship to ________________ .
C. Paragraph 3 of the Covenant deals with your relationship to ______________.
D. Paragraph 4 of the Covenant deals with your relationship to ________________.

E. What practical steps do you think you can take to make the statements of
paragraph 4 a daily reality in your life?
__________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
F. What is your responsibility should you ever move from your current address to an
area some distance away? ___________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
QUESTIONS RELATING TO YOUR READING OF

THE CHURCH CONSTITUTION AND BY-LAWS
Since Baptist churches are governed only by the Word of God, and the New Testament in
particular, a document generally referred to as the “Constitution & By-Laws” has been devised
primarily for legal purposes, and is a reflection of New Testament principles and practices.
Accordingly, there is no standard “Constitution & By-Laws” for Baptist churches, and some of the
questions below may not relate completely to the Constitution & By-Laws of this Church.
A. What limitations are placed on this Church’s joining together with other
churches?
__________________________________________________________________
B. Who acts as a signatory on behalf of the Church in legal matters? ________

__________________________________________________________________
C. What is the age limit for voting on business matters? _______________________
D. What is the main duty of the Church Treasurer? __________________________

__________________________________________________________________
E. What is the main duty of the Church Clerk? _____________________________

__________________________________________________________________
F. In what ways may a Church business meeting be called? _________________

__________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
G. What are some requirements for all officers and workers? _________________
__________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
H. At the date of this study, list the names of those in our Church performing the
following tasks:
Presiding Pastor: _________________________________________
Other Pastors in associate ministry: ___________________________

__________________________________________________________
Deacons:
____________________________________________________
____________________________________________________
____________________________________________________
____________________________________________________
Treasurer: ______________________________________________
Clerk: __________________________________________________
Try to commit to memory: I Corinthians 14:40.


STUDY #26
Z Zion (Your Eternal Home)

Heaven!! The very word whispers peace to our soul. This old troubled world has
nothing for the child of God — it brings no peace, no lasting joy, no fellowship;
nothing but sorrow, heartache, disappointments ... and death.
Ah, but Heaven!!
WHAT IS “HEAVEN?”
A. We Often Use The Term “Heaven” Loosely.
The Bible actually refers to three heavens:
1. Look up and read: Genesis 1:8,20; Jeremiah 4:25 and Daniel 4:12.
In these scriptures, the Heaven referred to may be called the FIRST
HEAVEN. In your own words, what is the First Heaven?
__________________________________________________________
2. Look up: Genesis 22:17; Nehemiah 9:23; and Psalm 19:1.
These scriptures refer to the SECOND HEAVEN. In your own words,
what is the Second Heaven?
__________________________________________________________
3. Look up: I Kings 8:27,30 and II Corinthians 12:2.
These scriptures refer to a Heaven which is the ABODE OF GOD. What is
this Heaven called?
__________________________________________________________
In this lesson, the Heaven to which we refer is the last of those above — the place
where God is.
B. What Is ZION?
Zion is another name for Jerusalem. It is also used in three ways:
1. In II Samuel 5:7 — the City of __ __ __ __ __ .

2. In Isaiah 2:2-4 — the Jerusalem of the M__ __ __ __ __ __ I A L
kingdom (the 1,000-year reign of Christ on earth).

3. In Hebrews 12:22 — the H __ __ __ City.
C. In this lesson, the Zion to which we refer is the last of those above — the New
Jerusalem of Heaven.
WHAT DOES DEATH MEAN FOR THE

CHRISTIAN?
A. Look up: II Corinthians 5:6-8. These verses teach that:
1. To be at __ __ __ __ in the BODY is to be __ __ __ __ __ __ from the Lord.

2. To be ABSENT from the __ __ __ __ is to be __ __ __ __ __ __ __ with the
Lord.
B. Look up: Philippians 1:23,24.

If Paul was to D __ __ __ __ __ , he would be with C __ __ __ __ __ .
These scriptures clearly teach that when a Christian dies his soul is immediately
transported into the very presence of Christ (the body returns to the dust,
awaiting its resurrection).
C. Look up: Revelation 6:9-11.

Where does this passage teach the souls of slain and departed believers are?
__________________________________________________________________
D. Look up: Luke 16:22. How was the soul of Lazarus transported to Paradise?
__________________________________________________________________
Note: These scriptures give the lie to such common teachings as:
PURGATORY
SOUL SLEEP
REINCARNATION
Should our blessed Lord’s return not occur in your lifetime, and you go the way of all
men, be assured — you will go home to be with the Lord! Death is but a graduation to
Glory! Along with millions of believers gone home before you, the words of Psalm 23:4
will be a sweet reality:
“Though I walk through the valley of the __ __ __ __ __ __ of __ __ __ __ __ , I will
fear no __ __ __ __ , for __ __ __ __ art __ __ __ __ me...”

WILL WE KNOW ONE ANOTHER IN HEAVEN?
The Bible indicates that we will indeed recognize each other — our loved ones, friends,
etc., throughout the eternal ages.
A. In Heaven We Will All Have Glorified Bodies.

Read: I Corinthians 15:35-53. We shall receive our new, glorified body at the
Rapture — the moment when our Lord shall come in the air and “catch up”
Christians.
B. What Will This Glorified Body Look Like?

The best way to answer that is to consider the Lord Jesus Christ after His
resurrection and in His glorified body:
1. John 20:20 — Was He recognizable? ____________

2. John 20:27 — Was He touchable? ____________
3. Acts 1:3 — Was He able to communicate? ____________
4. John 20:19, Luke 24:31 — Was He physically restricted? ____________
5. Luke 24:36-43 — Was He able to eat? ____________
C. According to Philippians 3:21, what will happen to our body at the moment of
the Rapture? _____________________________________________________
D. Write out: I John 3:2. ______________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
WHAT IS HEAVEN LIKE?

A. According to I Corinthians 2:9, is it possible to adequately describe what Heaven
will be like? _______________________________________________________
B. Read: II Corinthians 12:2-4. Evidently the apostle Paul was given a “sneak
preview” of Heaven.
Why didn’t Paul give us a detailed description of Heaven? ________________
__________________________________________________________________
C. According to Hebrews 9:24, the very presence of __ __ __ is in Heaven.

D. Revelation 4:2-10 describes God’s T __ __ __ __ __ , which is located in Heaven.
E. Read: Hebrews 12:22-24. List the seven things to be found in Glory.
1. ______________________________________________
2. ______________________________________________
3. ______________________________________________
4. ______________________________________________
5. ______________________________________________
6. ______________________________________________
7. ______________________________________________
F. The “centerpiece” of the Eternal Heaven is the Holy City of God, The __ __ __
__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ — Revelation 21:2.
WHAT IS THE HEAVENLY JERUSALEM GOING

TO BE LIKE?
A. According to John 14:2, it is currently being P __ __ __ __ __ E D by the Lord
Jesus Christ.
B. Hebrews 11:10,16 tells us the Builder of this great City is __ __ __ .
C. If there are 8 furlongs to a mile (5 furlongs in 1 kilometer), then what, according to

Revelation 21:16, are the dimensions of this City?
1. Length =
2. Breadth =
3. Height =
D. According to Revelation 21:21, the City Has __________ gates, and each gate is
one __ __ __ __ __ .
E. The same verse (as above) tells us the streets of this City are of __ __ __ __
__ __ __ __ .

WHO SHALL INHABIT THE HEAVENLY CITY?
A. Revelation 21:24 — The nations of them which are __ __ __ __ __ .
B. Revelation 21:27b — Those whose names are written in the __ __ __ __ ’ __

__ __ __ __ of __ __ __ __ .
WHAT WILL BE MISSING IN HEAVEN?

The Book of The Revelation chapters 21 and 22 give us the most detailed description of
our future home. (Of course, like any real estate advertisement, you have to actually see
it before you can fully appreciate it!)
There are some things which will not be found in Heaven:
A. No more D __ __ __ __ — 21:4.
B. No more S __ __ __ __ __ — 21:4.
C. No more C __ __ __ __ __ — 21:4.
D. No more P __ __ __ — 21:4.
E. No more T __ __ __ __ __ — 21:22.
F. No more S __ __ or M __ __ __ — 21:23.
G. No more N __ __ __ __ — 21:25 and 22:5.
H. No more C __ __ __ __ — 22:3.
WHAT SHALL WE DO IN HEAVEN ?

Don’t be led astray by the common notion that we shall be floating around on clouds,
dressed in white gowns, flapping a pair of wings, and strumming a harp for all eternity.
The Bible teaches NO SUCH THING!
A. In Heaven, We Will SING PRAISES To God.

According to Revelation 5:9, the redeemed of all ages will sing a N __ __
S __ __ __ .

B. In Heaven, We Will SERVE GOD Continually.
See: Revelation 7:15 and 22:3,5.
C. In Heaven, We Will FELLOWSHIP Continually.

According to Revelation 3:21, we will __ __ __ with the Lord Jesus Christ at His
__ __ __ __ __ __ .
CAN I HAVE “HEAVEN ON EARTH?”

The happiest, most memorable, most joyful and loving experiences on earth will pale
into insignificance when compared with the bliss of Heaven.
Nevertheless, God intends for three things NOW to be a foretaste of Heaven to come:
q Your HOME.
q Your CHURCH.
q Your personal WALK with the Lord.
Each of these should reflect (albeit in an incomplete way) a portent of Heaven.
READING ASSIGNMENT:
Read the last two chapters of the Book of The Revelation.

A BAPTIST CHURCH COVENANT
Having been led, as we believe, by the Holy Spirit of God to receive the
Lord Jesus Christ as our Saviour, and upon the profession of our faith
having been baptized in the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the
Holy Spirit; we do now, in the presence of God, angels, and this
congregation, most solemnly and joyfully enter into this covenant one with
another as the Body of Christ.
We engage, therefore, by the aid of the Holy Spirit, to give this Church a
sacred pre-eminence over all human institutions and organizations; to strive
for its advancement, in knowledge, holiness, and comfort; to promote its
prosperity and spirituality; to sustain its worship, ordinances, discipline, and
doctrines; to contribute cheerfully and regularly to the support of its ministry,
expenses, the relief of the poor, and the spread of the Gospel throughout all
nations; and to honor, esteem, and love our pastor, to pray for him fervently
and daily, to submit to him in the exercise of his office, to attend constantly
upon his ministrations, and to manifest a tender regard for his reputation.
We also engage to maintain secret and family devotions; to bring up our
children in the fear and admonition of the Lord; to seek the salvation of our
kindred and acquaintances; to walk circumspectly in the world; to be just in
our dealings, faithful in our engagements, and exemplary in our
deportment; to avoid all gossip, tattling, backbiting, and excessive anger; to
abstain from all worldly and harmful indulgences; to oppose all conduct
which compromises our Christian testimony and uphold high standards of
Christian morality; and to be zealous in our service for the Lord.
We further engage to walk together in Christian charity; to watch over
one another in brotherly love; to remember each other in prayer; to aid each
other in sickness and distress; to cultivate Christian sympathy in feeling, and
courtesy in speech; to be slow to take offense, but always ready for
reconciliation, and mindful of the command of our Saviour, to secure it
without delay.
We moreover engage that when we remove from this place, we will, as
soon as possible, unite with some other Baptist church of like faith and order,
where we can carry out the spirit of this covenant and the principles of God’s
Word.
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VOLUME ONE VOLUME TWO

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B Bride of Christ O Offences
C Crucified Life P Precepts, Principles, Preferences
D Divorce Q Qualifications for Offcers
E Education R Repentance
F Financial Freedom S Sin, Suffering, & Sickness
G Gifts of the Spirit T The Tabernacle
H Hell U The Unseen World
I Israel V The Preacher’s Vocation
J Judging and Discerning W The Rôle of Women
K Kingdom of God X X-cuses
L Liberty. License, & Licentiousness Y Youth
M The Mysteries of God Z Zeal
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q Read them CAREFULLY

into the: ___________________________ Baptist Church

MY OLDER BROTHER / SISTER:

ABC’s of Christian Growth© Page 1

Page 2 ABC’s of Christian Growth©

W hat Does Salvation Mean for Me?

B. I was __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ already — John 3:18.

C. I had the __ __ __ __ __ of God abiding on me — John 3:36.

D. I was a __ __ __ __ __ __ __ of sin — Romans 6:17.

E. I was headed for the __ __ __ __ of __ __ __ __ — Revelation 20:15.

F. I was __ __ __ __ , yet sought by Jesus — Luke 19:10.

WHAT GOD PROMISED ME:

B. The __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ of sins — Colossians 1:14.

C. __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ through His grace — Titus 2:11.

D. To __ __ __ __ __ in my heart — Ephesians 3:17. (See also: John 14:23)

E. The __ __ __ __ of __ __ __ __ __ __ which passeth knowledge — Ephesians

F. The __ __ __ of Jesus Christ — John 15:11.

G. The __ __ __ __ __ of God, which passeth all understanding — Philippians 4:7.

ABC’s of Christian Growth© Page 3

B. I __ __ __ __ __ __ E D in my heart — Romans 10:9.

C. I __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ Him (Jesus Christ) — John 1:12.

D. I __ __ __ __ __ __ E D of my sins — Acts 17:30.

WHAT GOD DID:

B. __ __ __ __ __ __ me from my sins — Revelation 1:5.

C. Secured my name in the Lamb’s __ __ __ __ of __ __ __ __ — Revelation

D. Adopted me as a __ __ __ (child) of __ __ __ — Romans 8:14,15.

E. __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ me in the Beloved — Ephesians 1:6.

G. Made me a __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ — II Corinthians 5:17.

Some Words to Explain

MEMORIZATION: Try to memorize: John 1:12.

Page 4 ABC’s of Christian Growth©

W hat Does God Expect of Me?

A. Carefully read: John 3:1-8.

B. Look up: I Peter 2:2.

C. Look up: II Peter 3:18.

D. Carefully read: I Corinthians 3:1-3.

E. Carefully read: Ephesians 4:13-15.

ABC’s of Christian Growth© Page 5

G GO....TO A BIBLE-BELIEVING BAPTIST CHURCH — Hebrews 10:25

R READ .... YOUR BIBLE DAILY — I Peter 2:2; Acts 17:11

O OBEY .... CHRIST and BE BAPTIZED — Matthew 28:19; Acts 2:41

W WITNESS .... TO OTHERS OF CHRIST — Acts 1:8; John 4:28,29

T THANK .... GOD DAILY IN PRAYER — Philippians 4:6; Matthew 7:7

H HONOR ....GOD WITH THE TITHE — Malachi 3:10; I Corinthians 16:2

B. I was __ already — John 3:18.

C. I had the __ of God abiding on me — John 3:36.

D. I was a __ of sin — Romans 6:17.

E. I was headed for the of — Revelation 20:15.

F. I was , yet sought by Jesus — Luke 19:10.

B. The __ of sins — Colossians 1:14.

C. __ through His grace — Titus 2:11.

D. To __ in my heart — Ephesians 3:17. (See also: John 14:23)

E. The of which passeth knowledge — Ephesians

F. The __ of Jesus Christ — John 15:11.

G. The __ of God, which passeth all understanding — Philippians 4:7.

B. I E D in my heart — Romans 10:9.

C. I Him (Jesus Christ) — John 1:12.

D. I E D of my sins — Acts 17:30.

B. me from my sins — Revelation 1:5.

C. Secured my name in the Lamb’s of — Revelation

D. Adopted me as a (child) of — Romans 8:14,15.

E. me in the Beloved — Ephesians 1:6.

G. Made me a __ — II Corinthians 5:17.

B. Assurance brings us C __ before God — I John 3:19,21.

C. Assurance brings us C of Heart — Colossians 2:2.

1. According to John 5:24, God says I V E everlasting life, and

2. According to Romans 8:16, the Spirit of God bears __

A. I KNOW I am saved because I E D on the Lord Jesus Christ

B. I KNOW I am saved because I the Son — I John 5:12.

C. I KNOW I am saved because I have a love for the — I

F. I KNOW I am saved because I am __ I N G the world

G. I KNOW I am saved because I have the __ of the Spirit

H. I KNOW I am saved because my life is evidencing good __ —

I. I KNOW I am saved because I hear the Lord’s __ (through the Word

B. John 10:29 says no man is to remove us from God’s hand.

E. John 5:24 says the kind of life I now have is __ .

F. Romans 8:38,39 says that nothing can us from the love

G. I Peter 1:5 says we are by the __ of God.

H. Jude 24 says Christ is able to us from __ .

1. The __ — Romans 10:17.

b. Because the Bible is inspired of God, it is from