Is it acceptable to believe we are free to worship God as we wish, to refashion God in our own image? Or has God revealed an approach to life that He expects us to follow? Does it make any difference in the relationship we are supposed to have with Him? In this lesson we examine the answers to these questions and more from the Scriptures. Inside this Bible study lesson: -- Introduction -- The Godly Way of Life -- The Foundation -- Practicing Love, Honor and Respect -- Building Habits of Prayer and Bible Study -- Observing God's Sabbath -- Faith and Fidelity -- Being a Good Neighbor to Others -- Accepting Personal Responsibility -- Living As Lights in the World -- Points to Ponder -- http://www.ucg.org/bible-study-course/
Romans is one of the most beloved and important books in the Bible for understanding how to be established in Christ’s righteousness, walk in faith, and grow in grace. Self-Study Bible Course on Romans is based on the acclaimed teachings of international Bible teacher Derek Prince. As Derek explains, this journey through Romans “will take you through the darkest depths of human depravity and then onto the glistening heights of God’s grace and glory. Romans is a unique combination of the spiritual and intellectual without parallel in human literature. It unfolds the most sublime spiritual truths in terms of the most flawless logic.” Through this Bible course, you will progress step-by-step through the chapters and major themes of Romans, including “The Roman Pilgrimage,” “The Destiny of Israel and the Church,” and “Walking Out Your Faith Under Pressure.” Each absorbing study includes an introduction, memorization features, and study questions by which Derek guides you into deeper revelation of the righteousness of God and the life of faith as unfolded by the apostle Paul. You will experience personal transformation through a systematic exposure to the Word of God and the illumination of the Holy Spirit. Move beyond head knowledge to understand your salvation experientially. Truly, you are no longer under any condemnation because you are in Christ Jesus. All things work together for your good because you love God and have been called according to His purpose. Begin your pilgrimage in Romans today! Includes detachable Scripture memorization cards.
A Purpose-Driven® Discipleship ResourceIdeal for Sunday Night or midweek series, Weekday Bible Studies, Sunday school classes and study groups of any size. The complete communicator's resource for teaching Saddleback Church's blockbuster Foundations course in your church or groupTeaching others the essential truths of Christianity will challenge you, but nothing can beat the rewards of seeing men and women gain a transforming, biblical perspective on God, the world around them, and their own lives and relationships. Foundations Teacher's Guide, Volume 2 greatly simplifies your job with its easy-to-follow format. Everything you need to teach lessons 11-22 and the wrap-up session of the 24-session Foundations curriculum is clearly and methodically laid out for you, with tools, tips, and options to help you meet the unique needs of your group.* Teaching notes--Extensive notes guide you through what you will say and include illustrations and applications of each doctrine under discussion.* Highlight sections--Four kinds of sidebars help your group connect with God's truths through key words, thought-provoking insights, personal implications, and personal applications.* Teaching tips--Proven tips help you strengthen your skills as a communicator.* Discussion questions--Questions at the end of each study can also be interspersed throughout the lesson.* Split-session plan--Each lesson has an optional cutoff point that allows you to break it into two sessions. Subdivide a single lesson, several lessons, or break the entire program into 46 lessons at your discretion.* Appendices--Additional, supporting material for some studies may be found at the end of those studies.* Memory cards--Reproducible cards contain a key theme and verse for each of the 11 doctrines covered.This teacher's guide also includes icons to guide your use of the PowerPoint® slides contained in the CD-ROM (included in the kit and also sold separately). Foundations will take your group for thought-provoking, life-changing explorations of 11 core Christian truths:1. The Bible 2. God 3. Jesus 4. The Holy Spirit 5. Creation6. Salvation7. Sanctification8. Good and Evil9. The Afterlife10. The Church11. The Second Coming From Saddleback ChurchThis is a proven, tested curriculum that has helped change thousands of lives!For the past ten years, Foundations has been used as the doctrinal course at Saddleback Church, one of America's largest and best-known churches. Thousands of Saddleback members have benefited from this life-transforming experience. This course is explained in detail in Rick Warren's groundbreaking book, The Purpose Driven Church. Currently, Purpose Driven churches all around the world are using Foundations to raise up an army of mature believers equipped for ministry in the church and prepared for mission in the world.The complete Foundations kit includes:* 2 Teacher's Guides (volumes 1 & 2)* 1 Participant's Guide * 1 CD-ROM with PowerPoint® presentations, programming resources, and additional handoutsAll materials also sold separately
In this lesson we examine the process by which our lives can be turned to God - the process of conversion. Inside this Bible study lesson: -- A Reminder -- God's Commitment to Change Our Nature -- What is Conversion? -- What is Sin? -- Our Sinful Nature -- How We Are Tempted -- The Importance of Repentance -- Baptism: Why Do We Need It? -- God's Grace and Forgiveness -- Why Must We Be Reconciled to God? -- Is Our Conscience Important? -- Faith, Choice and Commitment -- When Should We Be Baptized? -- Why We Need the Holy Spirit -- The Bible's Broader Concepts of Sin -- The Devil's Role in Religion -- Other Baptisms -- A Stirring Example of Faith -- How Important Are Our Choices? -- What Next? -- Points to Ponder -- http://www.ucg.org/bible-study-course/
This study guide is an excellent resource for believers. It comprises 15 lessons with key truths that every Christian should know and be established in. Pastor Karl’s foundational truth series addresses a great need in our fast-paced “living on the surface” culture. He wrote this series with people in mind who wanted the fullness of God in their lives. He showed us in his life what these truths do in our hearts. These lessons are simple but practical and profound. Take the time to get grounded. As God exhorted us through the prophet in Malachi 3:10, “Prove me.” Pastor Thomas Schaller Senior Pastor, Greater Grace World Outreach, USA The Truth of God's Word is written in the Bible and was written in the heart, 2 Cor 3:1-7, of Pastor Karl Silva. What a joy to read and experience the Living Word in Pastor Karl's life for many years. Thank you, Jesus, for the grace-given gift of a man of God - Pastor Karl. Pastor Steven Scibelli Director of Missions, Greater Grace World Outreach, USA
