Lesson 1
T/F Christianity is only about the relationship between you and God, you shouldn’t worry or be affected by any other people and their beliefs.
False, We are part of the body of Christ and our faith is so we can be united with other believers.
What are the signs of a church that is alive?
Its Growing (Evangelizing)
What is the local church?
Local gathering of likeminded believers.
True/False Having spiritual gifts like prophecy, tongues, and healing means you are led by Holy Spirit, and you are saved.
False
True or False: Jesus defeated the devil on the cross, so Christians shouldn't be persecuted and hated by the world.
False. Jesus promised the Christians will be persecuted/suffer for their faith.
What are the two types of churches that Bible describes?
Universal Church (Body of Christ)
Local Church (Local gathering of Believers)
T/F Every Christian is called to be dedicated to evangelizing and preach the Gospel.
False, God gives every person a specific gift/ministry. However, every Christian should always be ready and practice sharing the Gospel to others.
T/F Local churches are required to gather at least once a week on Sundays (Resurrection Day)
False, there are no scriptural requirements on how often and what days we need to gather.
How can you describe a person that fears hardships and discomfort with one word?
Lazy
There is one God made of 3 separate ___________.
a. Traits b. Styles c. Covenants d. Persons e. Testaments
Persons
What is the purpose of the Body of Christ?
Worship God
Preach Gospel
Community of Faith (Grow in Unity and Faith)
What does it mean to be the Salt and Light to the World?
Preserve the world from evil and illuminate the darkness.
Help the sick in spirit (Like a hospital with sick people).
What is one benefit of a mega church and one of a home church?
Ex. Mega church have good structure and a well educated and gifted preachers
Home churches are more united and its easier to get a ministry.
What is the purpose of Spiritual Gifts? (Not counting Gift of tongues)
To serve others
Why do you believe in the Spiritual World? (at least 1 out of 3)
You can see it
You experience its effects (On others or yourself)
You believe other’s testimonies (Including Bible)
How do you become part of the Body of Christ?
When you believe in Jesus and receive Holy Spirit
What types of Evangelisms are there?
Location: Internal, Community, International
Style: Behavior, Words
What is one thing that we do differently in our church compared to 1st Apostles Church?
Ex, we don’t gather to eat everyday
We don’t sell our belongings and give all the money to the church
We aren’t punished to death for sinning like Ananias and Sapphira
We don’t have members joining every day
What does it mean when someone is Emotionally Immature (Emotional)?
Making decisions based on Emotions. Emotions control their life
Reacting to Emotions instead of thinking it through.
What is the biggest issue that causes a lack of short-term memory (capturing information into your brain)?
Not able to focus and pay attention
Usually caused by distractions or mental disabilities
What is the Nicene Crede made in 325 AD?
List of basic beliefs that all Christians need to accept
Summarize the Gospel Message
God created everything good. We rebelled choosing sin/evil. God sent Jesus to pay for sins and save us. If you believe and repent you will be saved.
What are the 3 ways the local church fulfills its purpose?
Hospital – Caring for the sick in spirit
Family – Connected and Loyal to each other
Army – Growing in spiritual knowledge and strength and spreading gospel
Why are emotions dangerous? (Name 2/4)
And Give an example of how Happiness can be bad.
1.Reduce Reasoning/Thinking Abilities
2. Selfish
3. Deceiving
2. Unstable
Happiness (Pleasure) can lead you to be addicted to something.
What's the Process of Healing?
1. H____________
2. E____________
3. A____________
4. L____________
1. Humble
2. Expose
3. Allow
4. Learn/Listen