Basic Questions
What is the memory verse and RECITE it
Revelations 3:19, "As many as I love, I rebuke and chasten: be zealous therefore, and repent."
According to our lesson, what is the 1st purpose of church discipline?
To restore the erring believer (James 5:20; Galatians 6:1-2; Matthew 18:15)
List 3 ways discipline should be conducted
1. In love
2. Without partiality
3. Conducted by those who are humble, living righteously and are sensitive to the Holy Spirt
4. According to Matthew 18:15-17
5. There must be a readiness to forgive and restore
6. The Church must pray earnestly and constantly for the restoration of brethren
What is the topic?
Discipline in the Church
According to our lesson, what is the 2nd purpose of church discipline?
To protect other church members from the influence of sin (1 Corinthians 5:6-11; Galatians 5:7-10)
Describe 3 roles of the one being disciplined?
2. Ask for forgivness and make restituion if necessary
3. Submit to God and take a stand against sin
4. Keep the right company
What was the Bible Text from the first class?
Hebrews 12:7-11
According to our lesson, what is the 3rd purpose of church discipline?
If the individual is not born again, to win him or her to the Lord (2 Timothy 2:24-26)
Someone you know is being disciplined in the church - how do you act, what do you do?
Any answer
the intentional training and correction aimed at spiritual growth and moral maturity
According to our lesson, what is the 3rd purpose of church discipline?
To protect the integrity of the church (1 Corinthians 3:1-3; 5:102; 6:1-5)
What did you like or LEARN during these lessons?
Any answer
What is ONE thing you learned personally during these teachings?
Describe the purpose of Church discipline in 3 words
The purpose of Church discipline is restoration, protection and preservation.
What are The Effects of Lack of Discipline in the Church?
Sin or false doctrine becomes normal in the church.
The church will be powerless because the presence of the Lord will not be able to abide where sin thrives.