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PROGRAM
STAGE II
We are excited with you that you have decided to learn more of God’s Word by entering
into Stage II. You will learn some important fundamental truths that will make you solid in
doctrine.
Now that you are in Stage II you are qualified to become part of the working ministry of
the Church. Upon completion you will be able to remain in your present position or move on to
Stage III to a more trusting position.
It is wonderful and pleasing to God to have people who are hungry for His Word and are
willing to follow the program of the church. By this willingness, it will create unity and strength
which is very needed in the church today, also, the Lord is pleased with unity among the brethren
(Psalm 133).
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CHRISTIAN GROWTH
OUTLINE
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Lesson 1
CHRISTIAN GROWTH
INTRODUCTION:
This week's lesson is "Growing Through Bible Study. "One would not think of going
without physical food for a very long time. Without it, the body weakens and eventually dies.
Lack of spiritual food produces the same results in our spiritual lives.
The guidebook for your spiritual growth is the Divinely inspired Word of God. It is the
means by which God nourishes your faith, see Romans 10:17. For this reason you should read it
carefully, study it systematically, memorize it diligently, meditate upon it continuously and
practice it faithfully.
A. Doctrine: Teaching.
The word of God teaches those things which men cannot find out for themselves -
who God is, the forgiveness of sins, the hope of eternal life, etc.
B. Reproof: To convict. See Hebrews 4:12.
The word of God convicts of sin, as was illustrated in the case of Nathan dealing
with David. See II Samuel 12:1-4.
C. Correction.
This implies restoration to a previous state, such as a broken bone that is set.
D. Instruction in righteousness.
A person who lives according to the precepts of the Bible will be living a
righteous life; a life that is pleasing to God.
B. Peter said we are to desire the Word as a newborn baby desires milk. I Peter 2:2.
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Lesson l (cont’d)
CONCLUSION:
The Bible, being a spiritual book: "HOLY BIBLE", can only be understood as we are
enlightened by its author, the Holy Spirit. I Corinthians 2:9-16.
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Lesson #1
Answer Key
CHRISTIAN GROWTH
1. a. Read it carefully.
b. Study it systematically.
c. Memorize it.
d. Meditate upon it.
e. Practice it faithfully.
2. God choosing Holy men, using their words without error, to express the truth that God
wanted revealed.
3. a. Doctrine
b. Reproof
c. Correction
d. Instruction in righteousness
Prayer is a miraculous vehicle which, through faith, brings to a person's, command the
power of the almighty God. It lifts a redeemed sinner into the presence of God. It brings the
power of God down into the life of men and women of faith. The Christian has not only the right
to pray; he has also assurance that his prayers will be heard and his petitions granted. The Bible
is filled with illustrations of people engaged in prayer, contains many invitations by our
Heavenly Father and his Son, Jesus Christ, to pray and promises us the help of the Holy Spirit
when we pray. Let us all with this lesson begin anew, a life of regular, serious, prevailing
prayer.
I. HOW TO PRAY.
A. Prayers should be directed to God the Father; refer to Matthew 6:6-9 and Ephesians
3:14 and offered in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ. See John 14:13 -14; 15.16; 16:23-
24. Thus prayer begins with God the Father - it is addressed to Him - and ends with the
Son. The requests having been made “in his name.” The Holy Spirit is associated with
prayer also. Romans 8:26.
B. One must also pray with the right attitude. Mark 11:24. In this verse "believing" is
said to be the essential condition if we are to receive what we desire.
A. Private prayer. There are many references in scripture to private prayer. See Matthew
6:5-8, 14:23, & 26:36.
B. Collective prayer. Praying together is also emphasized in scripture. See Nehemiah 8:6.
Matthew 18:19-20, Acts 1:12-13; 4:23-31; 20:36.
Private and collective prayer have a place in the Christian's life. There is a time and place
for both, and neither should be emphasized at the expense of the other. If prayer is to be
"without ceasing", then all places are relevant. See Romans 1:9.
Lesson 2 (cont’d)
5. How many have to meet together to assure God's presence in collective praying? See
Matthew 18:19-20.
Lesson #2
Answer Key
CHRISTIAN GROWTH
2. The Father.
3 . Believe.
4. Matthew 6:6
5. Two or three.
Lesson 3
CHRISTIAN GROWTH
It is our Heavenly Father's plan for his children to assemble together in groups or
"churches." Although it is possible for a Christian to worship God in a solitary place, our
worship is enhanced as we gather together with our brothers and sisters in Christ. The church
was designed in the beginning for the purpose of worship, fellowship and teaching. This week
we want to consider some important Bible teachings concerning the church and why it is vital to
our growth as the people of God.
F. They were joyful, in verse 46. The word “gladness” means literally, “abounding in
joy.” True worship always abounds in joy.
Christian fellowship is a test of our faithfulness and our love for the Lord who bought us.
2. a. Salvation.
b. Baptism.
3. a. Fellowshipped together.
b. Broke bread together.
c. Prayed together.
d. Joyful together.
e. Praise God together.
Lesson 4
CHRISTIAN GROWTH
One of the first and most important lessons a Christian should learn is to give liberally.
It is then you begin to realize that God "increases" your supply by giving back to you MORE
than you gave to him. Then you are able to give more to help win souls. And giving to win
souls is a scriptural thing. God has ordained it.
Jesus stood in the temple and watched the widow give her "two mites" and highly
commended her act, see Mark 12:42. He sees your gift too, and he sees how much you have left
after you give.
The matter of giving is a matter of acting on God's Word. When Jesus gave the promise
in Luke 6:38, he did it to induce you to give and to claim his blessings in a material way. The
same Lord who said, "Ask and ye shall receive," said, “Give and it shall be given unto you.”
There is clear evidence that God wants his people to prosper. He has opened the door to
prosperity, if you will co-operate with him by giving. It is impossible for God to receive more
than he returns to the giver. Study Proverbs 3:9-10.
I.
THE LORD JESUS CHRIST HIMSELF TAUGHT THE PRINCIPLE OF TITHE-GIVING
“Tithe”: Means giving one-tenth.
II.
LIBERAL GIVING WAS A CHARACTERISTIC OF A SPIRIT
FILLED CHURCH IN APOSTOLIC TIMES.
III.
THE FIRST TERRIBLE NEW TESTAMENT JUDGEMENT HAD TO DO
WITH DECEPTION IN THIS MATTER.
IV.
NEW TESTAMENT CHRISTIANS WERE INSTRUCTED TO GIVE
PROPORTIONATELY EACH FIRST DAY OF THE WEEK.
V.
THE GRACE OF GIVING IS TAUGHT IN PAUL'S AND JOHN'S EPISTLES.
Read and study II Corinthians 8 and 9. I Timothy 6:17-19 & I John 3:17-18.
Did you ever hear of the Minnesota Scotchman, who planted a single grain of wheat in
1881? The grain produced two stalks, yielding 560 grains that year. In 1882 the 560 grains
became one-fifth of a bushel. In 1883 the yield was 17 bushels. In 1884 this was sown in 17
acres and produced a large yield. In 1885 a hundred bushels were sown and 2,800 bushels were
harvested. If one grain could become 2,800 bushels in five years, will God not multiply all of his
seed equally? God's promises are live seeds. Plant them by acting upon them. They will
produce an abundant harvest.
1. What did Jesus say about the widow's giving in Mark 12:42?
3. Read the account of the first New Testament judgement and its results. See Acts 5:1-11.
1. She gave more than all --- for she gave all her living.
2. A tenth.
3. Ananias and Sapphira sold land for so much and told Peter they sold it for so much and kept
the rest. They lied to God and God killed them both.
If an ambassador had power to mediate between two countries and prevent war and he
failed to do so, he would be accountable for the loss of lives.
E. We should witness out of gratitude for what our Savior did for us on the cross. See II
Corinthians 5:14-15.
F. Because of the Terror of the Lord. II Corinthians 5:11. He speaks here of the coming
judgement, so full of terrors to unbelievers.
G. Because success is definitely promised. See Psalms 126:6 & John 15:5.
Lesson 5 (cont’d)
b.
c.
d.
e.
3. Write, in order, the steps on “How to witness” and read the verses.
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
Lesson #5
Answer Key
CHRISTIAN GROWTH
1. Fishers of Men
2. a. Debt of obligation.
b. We are ambassadors.
c. We have been chosen.
d. Out of gratitude.
e. Because the terror of the Lord.