I. UNDERSTANDING THE CALL The call to give and serve is foundational to authentic discipleship and mirrors the very heart of Jesus Christ. Disciples of Christ are called not only to believe but to actively demonstrate their faith through generous giving and humble service, reflecting God’s unconditional love to the world around them. II. BIBLICAL …
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93623.4 Lesson 4. The 3/3rds Group Format
I. INTRODUCTION TO 3-PART GROUPS II. LOOK BACK (1/3 OF YOUR TIME) III. LOOK UP (1/3 OF YOUR TIME) IV. LOOK FORWARD (1/3 OF YOUR TIME) V. PRACTICE VI. PRAY FOR ONE ANOTHER VII. ENDING THE MEETING VIII. PRACTICAL EXERCISES FOR LEADING A 3/3 GROUP NOTE – There is a suggested series of passages 3/3 …
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93623.5 Lesson 5. Gathering as a Church
I. UNDERSTANDING THE GATHERING The gathering of believers as a church is vital for sustaining and expanding disciple-making movements. Church gatherings serve as spaces for mutual encouragement, biblical teaching, worship, prayer, and equipping for mission. Whether held in formal buildings, homes, or other settings, these gatherings are central to the spiritual growth and maturity of …
93623.8 Lesson 8. Prayer
I. INTRODUCTION: THE CENTRALITY OF PRAYER II. THE POWER OF PRAYER IN DISCIPLE-MAKING MOVEMENTS III. THE BIBLICAL FOUNDATIONS OF PRAYER IV. TYPES OF PRAYER IN DISCIPLE’S LIFE V. EQUIPPING DISCIPLES WITH THE LORD’S PRAYER VI. THE PRAYER CYCLE
93623.9 Lesson 9. Worship Life of the Disciple
I. INTRODUCTION II. BIBLICAL FOUNDATIONS OF WORSHIP III. DAILY RHYTHMS OF WORSHIP IV. PRACTICAL WAYS TO LIVE A WORSHIP LIFE V. WORSHIP AND IDENTITY “God is spirit, and those who worship him must worship in spirit and truth.” — John 4:24 VI. WORSHIP AS WARFARE Worship is a powerful weapon against spiritual darkness. This is …
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93623.6 Lesson 6. Freedom Ministry
I. INTRODUCTION: WHAT IS FREEDOM MINISTRY? II. FIVE OPEN DOORS FOR THE DEMONIC III. UNHEALTHY SOUL TIES Soul ties refer to deep emotional or spiritual connections formed through close relationships, particularly romantic or sexual ones. These bonds, if unhealthy or improper, can hinder a person’s emotional and spiritual freedom. It is crucial to break these …
93623.7 Lesson 7. Bible Study Methods
I. HOW TO APPROACH THE BIBLE II. THE TIMELESSNESS OF THE BIBLE III. PERSONAL CONNECTION WITH GOD THROUGH SCRIPTURE IV. STEPS FOR STUDYING THE BIBLE (INDUCTIVE METHOD) V. GROUP STUDY PRACTICE
93623.3 Lesson 3. Call to Repentance, Belief, and Baptism
I. UNDERSTANDING REPENTANCE II. BELIEF: TRUSTING IN CHRIST III. BAPTISM: PUBLIC DECLARATION OF FAITH IV. PRACTICAL STEPS FOR CALLING PEOPLE TO REPENTANCE, BELIEF, AND BAPTISM V. CASE EXAMPLE In a rural village in China, many men and women had been touched by the good news of salvation. Through grace and forgiveness, they left their old …
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93622.2 Lesson 2. Spiritual Warfare
I. UNDERSTANDING SPIRITUAL WARFARE II. THE ARMOR OF GOD (EPHESIANS 6:10-20) III. OVERCOME THE ENEMY AND WIN IV. STRATEGIES FOR ENGAGING IN SPIRITUAL WARFARE V. PRACTICAL ACTIVITIES FOR PRACTICING SPIRITUAL WARFARE VI. COMMON TACTICS OF THE ENEMY VII. THE VICTORY IS ALREADY WON
93622.3 Lesson 3. Prayer Walking
I. DEFINITION AND IMPORTANCE OF PRAYER WALKING II. STEPS FOR EFFECTIVE PRAYER WALKING III. PRAYER WALKING SCRIPTURES IV. PRACTICAL TIPS FOR PRAYER WALKING V. EXERCISES FOR PRACTICING PRAYER WALKING