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Ask others in your study group to initial your work as you complete it.
Scripture Memory Initial Date
1 John 5 11-12
1 Corinthians 10:13
1 John 1:9
1 Corinthians 6:19-20
Hebrews 4:16
2 Timothy 3:16-17
Philippians 4:6-7
1 John 1:3
1 Peter 3:15
John 14:21

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Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
Chapter 6
Chapter 7
Chapter 8
Chapter 9
Chapter 10

Books of the Bible Initial Date

INTRODUCTION
GROWING IN CHRIST: Personal Christian Discipleship is a book designed to help the new believer in
the Lord Jesus Christ to begin a life-long walk with the Saviour.

New Christians cannot hope to be able grow in Jesus, become more like Him, if they do not know the Word
of God and what it is that God wants for them. For that reason, GROWING IN CHRIST relies heavily on
personal study of the Word of God.

Personal Bible study can be an exciting adventure. When answering a question in GROWING IN
CHRIST, do not just copy the verse into the blank. See how the verse of Scripture answers the question.
Then write the answer in your own words. Personalize your response by using“I…..me…..my…..” in your
answer. Be sure to pray before you begin and during each prayer.

“Open my eyes, that I may behold wondrous things out of thy law,” the Bible tells us in Psalms 119:18
(RSV). That is our prayer for you as you study His Word.

Another important part of GROWING IN CHRIST is memorizing of Bible verses. If we have Scripture
hidden in our hearts, it is much easier to resist the devil so that he will flee from us. There will be one Bible
passage in each lesson for you to memorize. Just say them over and over each day before you begin work
before your lesson and they will become a part of you. Be sure to say the Bible reference before and after the
actual words, just as it is written in your book. The boldface type before each Memory Verse will tell you
the theme of the verse. Also try to memorize the books of the New Testament, reciting Matthew through
Colossians after finishing the first five chapters and 1 Thessalonians through Revelation after Chapter Ten.
Personal discipleship is also discipleship that is accountable to other Christians. That means we cannot be
disciples of Jesus alone, but with others and should be responsible to each other for our maturing in Him.
For that reason, GROWING IN CHRIST has a chart to check your progress in maturity. Have others in
your group tick off your assignments as you complete them. Use the form to help you to be a maturing
Christian, one who is GROWING IN CHRIST.

Chapter 1
HOW TO BE SURE YOU HAVE ETERNAL LIFE
Begin by memorizing:
Assurance of salvation: 1 John 5:11-12
And this is the testimony, that God gave us eternal life, and this life is in his Son. He who has the Son has
life; he who has not the Son of God has not life.

Scripture Memory helps:

1. Learn the verse word by word perfectly with the topic and reference
2. Review the verse daily, saying the reference before and after the verse
3. Think about the verse and how it applies to your life

If you have received Jesus Christ, God’s Son, as your saviour, you have become a child of God in whom
Jesus Christ dwells. Let us consider the new enemy you now face. Before you trusted Christ, Satan may not
have bothered you particularly. But now you have left his crowd and joined those who believe in and follow
the son of God and his Word. You are no longer in Satan’s kingdom. You belong to Jesus Christ, who has
paid for you with a price – the price of his own blood shed on the cross.

The first five Memory Verses in this book will equip you for your first encounters with the enemy. His first
approach is often to bring doubt in the work God has done in your heart. Although you may not hear your
voice, he will whisper this in your mind: “You don’t think you are saved and your sins are forgiven just by
believing and receiving Christ? Surely that is not enough!” What will your answer be? Your only hope of
successfully resisting such an attack is to turn to God’s Word.

When the truth of 1 John 5:11-12 is written in your heart, you can use it every time a doubt about your
salvation arises.

Exploring 1John 5:11-12

Who gives us eternal life? ...................................................................................................................................
Where is eternal life found? ................................................................................................................................
Who has eternal life? ...........................................................................................................................................

1. What did John say in John 20:31 about why he wrote this book?
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2. According to Roman’s 5:8, how has God shown He loves you?

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3. What results of man’s sinfulness are listed in Isaiah 59:2?

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4. Read Ephesians 2:8-9. Can we be saved by our good deeds or works? On what basis does God save
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5. In 1 Peter 3:18 how did Peter explain what God has done to bring men to himself?
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6. How did John say a person receives the gift of salvation in John 1:12?………………………………
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7. What did Jesus promise his followers in John 10:27? …………………………………………………

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8. What takes place when a person becomes a Christian, as described in 2 Corinthians 5:17?
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Tick (√) any of these changes you have experienced in your life.
…………… New peace in your heart
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…………… Desire to read the Bible
…………… Sensing God’s forgiveness
…………… New love for other people

Meditate on 1 John 5:11-12.

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Now take a few moments to thank God for all He has given you in Christ.

Assignment for Chapter 2

Continue reviewing daily: 1 John 5:11-12

Begin Memorizing: Assurance of Victory – 1 Corinthians 10:13

No temptation has overtaken you that is not common to man. God is faithful, and he will not let you
be tempted beyond your strength, but with the temptation will also provide the way of escape, that
you may be able to endure it.
1 Corinthians 10:19 (RSV)

Another attack from Satan may be along this line: he will whisper to you, “You have life, all right,
but you are a weakling; you have always been a weakling.” He will remind you of some sin which
has bothered you for years. He will point out to something of which you are aware, and say. “You
are weak, and you will not be able to stand against this temptation. You may be able to stand against
others, but not this one.”

Our second Memory Verse, 1 Corinthians 10:13, is chosen especially to meet this attack of Satan.
This gives Assurance of victory. God promises victory! It belongs to you as his child. Believe him,
and you will see how God does things that are impossible with men. It will thrill you to see chains
of lifetime habits broken by his mighty power.
 Chapter 2
HOW TO BE SURE YOU CAN OVERCOME SIN IN YOUR LIFE
Start each new session by dividing into groups of two or three and reviewing your Memory verses.

Exploring: 1 Corinthians 10:13

What is true about every temptation you face? …………………………………………………………….......
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Who can give you victory when you are tempted? ............................................................................................
Does God remove temptation? …………………………………………………………………………………
What will God provide? ………………………………………………………………………………………..

1. According to the following passages, where does temptation come from?

James 1:13-14…………………………………………………………………………………………..
Mark 7:21-22……………………………………………………………………………………………

2. Why do we need to be……………………………..and………………………………? (1 Peter 5:8)

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3. What does God do for you? (2 Thessalonians 3:3) …………………………………………………….

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4. What does Hebrews 4:15 tell you about Jesus Christ? ........................................................................
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5. How can you conquer temptation?

Matthew 26:41 ………………………………………………………………………………………….
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James 4:7………………………………………………………………………………………………..

What temptation is often a problem for you?

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What have you learnt from this study that will help you when you are tempted? ……………………
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Assignment for Chapter 3

Continue reviewing daily: 1 John 5:11-12 and 1Corintians 10:13

Begin memorizing: Assurance of forgiveness – 1 John 1:9

If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just, and will forgive our sins and cleanse us from all
unrighteousness.
1 John 1:9 (RSV)
 Although victory over sin is rightfully yours, there will be times when you miss the way of escape.
You may fail and sin against God. Once you do, your enemy will be on the job immediately, saying,
“Now you’ve done it. Aren’t you supposed to be a Christian? Christians don’t do these things.” But
God makes provision in his Word for the failures of of his children, as we confess to him our sins.

To confess a sin means to uncover it and call it exactly what God calls it – sin. This honest
confession must include the willingness to forsake the sin. God promises not only to forgive us, but
also to cleanse us. What a great promise!

Chapter 3
HOW TO BE SURE GOD HAS FORGIVEN ALL YOUR SINS
Start each new session by dividing into groups of two or three and review your Memory verses.
Exploring: 1 John 1:9
What does God want you to do about your sins? ………………………………................................................
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What does it mean to confess? …………………………………………………………………………….......

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What results of man’s sinfulness are listed in Isaiah 59:2?………………………………………………….

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What does God do when you confess your sins? …………………………………………………………….

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1. What is true about God in Psalms 86:5? ……………………………………………………………….

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2. When we confess our sins, what else should we do? (Proverbs 28:13)………………………………..
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3. What does God’s kindness lead us to do according to Romans 2:4 …………………………………...

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If you are God’s child putting your trust in Jesus Christ as saviour and Lord, your fellowship with God is
broken when you sin. The fellowship needs to be restored by confession and forgiveness but your
relationship as his child does not change.

4. On what does your forgiveness depend? (Ephesians 1:7) ……………………………….…………….

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5. For which sins did Christ die? (Hebrews 10:12 ………….…………………………………………….

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6. Why is it foolish to continue to feel guilty about confessed sin? (Hebrews 10:17) …………………...
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7. Since you have experienced God’s forgiveness, how should you treat others? (Ephesians 4:2)
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When the Holy Spirit makes us aware of sin in our life, we should confess and forsake it immediately, not
waiting till the end of the day or when we feel we are sorry enough.

GOD’S WORD will keep you from SIN

or
SIN will keep you from GOD’S WORD

KNOW IT IN your HEAD

STORE it in your HEART
SHOW it in your LIFE
SOW it in the WORLD

Can you think of any sin you have committed for which you have not asked forgiveness? ………………
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If so, take a few moments now to confess and thank God for his gracious and complete forgiveness.

Assignment for Chapter 4

Continue reviewing daily: 1 John 5:11-12; 1 Corinthians 10:13 and 1 John 1:9

Begin memorizing: Assurance of The Spirit’s Presence – 1 Corinthians 6:19-20

Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you, which you have from God?
You are not your own; you were bought with a price. So glorify God in your body.
1 Corinthians 6:19-20 (RSV)

Another doubt Satan may plant in your mind is whether or not the Holy Spirit is present in your life.
You may not feel he is there but 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 promises the believer that his or her body has
become the temple where the Holy Spirit has come to live.
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HOW TO BE SURE OF THE HOLY SPIRIT’S PRESENCE
Start each new session by dividing into groups of two or three and revising your Memory verses.
Exploring: 1 Corinthians 6:19-20
What are we told to flee in 1 Corinthians 6:18? …………..……………………................................................
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Who owns us and why? (v.19) ……………….....………………………………...............................................

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How can I honour God with my body? (v.20) ………………………………....................................................

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In the Bible, the Holy Spirit has many names, including Comforter, Spirit of Truth, Spirit of Christ, Spirit of
Jesus and Spirit of God.

1. How is the Holy Spirit involved in every conversion? (John 3:5-6) …………………………………...
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2. What has happened to every member of the body of Christ? (1 Corinthians 12:13) …………………..
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3. Read Romans 8:9. What is true of anyone who does not have the Spirit of Christ? …………………..
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4. What does Paul remind the believers in Corinth of in 1 Corinthians 3:16? ………...………………….
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5. How is the purpose of the Holy Spirit described in Ephesians 1:13-14? …………...………………….
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6. Read John 14:16.How long did Jesus say the Holy Spirit would be with us? …………...…………….
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7. In Acts 4:31 what effect did the presence of the Holy Spirit have on the believers? ………...………...
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From this study what has helped you to be sure that the Spirit of God dwells within you? ………...…
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 Assignment for Chapter 5
Continue reviewing daily: 1 John 5:11-12; 1 Corinthians 10:13; 1 John 1:9 and 1 Corinthians 6:19-20

Begin memorizing: Assurance of God’s Help – Hebrews 4:16

Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find
grace to help in time of need.
Hebrews 4:16 (RSV)

We all have times when we feel weak, sinful, or discouraged. In such times of need, Satan may seek to
separate us from a close fellowship with God.

Hebrews 4:16 assures you that God wants you to come to Him in prayer and receive His gracious help
especially in such times of need.

Chapter 5
HOW TO BE SURE GOD WILL HELP YOU
Start each new session by dividing into groups of two or three and revising your Memory Verses.
Exploring: Hebrews 4:16
What do you learn about Jesus from Hebrews 4:15? ………………………………..........................................
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What does it mean to “draw near to the throne of grace?” (Hebrews 4:16) ………………………………....
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Many believers wonder: “Will I keep walking with the Lord all my life? What about my times of failure and
sin? Sometimes I get so discouraged.”

1. What will God do according to:

2 Thessalonians 3:3……………………………………………………………………………………..
Jude 24…………………………………………………………………………………………………..
1 Corinthians 1:8………………………………………………………………………………………..

Definition of Grace
A. God giving us things even when we do not deserve them
B. GRACE=God’s Riches At Christ’s Expense

2. What is able to build us up in the faith? (Acts 20:32) …………….…………………………………...

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3. What helped Paul in his time of weakness? (2 Corinthians 12:9) …………….……………………….

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4. What can make us strong? (2 Timothy 2:1) …………….…………………………………..................

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5. Read Hebrews 4:14-16. What should we do in time of need when we are weak? (verse 16)
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6. On what basis do we have the forgiveness of sin? (Ephesians 1:7) …………………………………...

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7. According to Romans 2:4, what is the purpose of God’s grace (goodness and kindness)? …………...
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8. What is God able to do according to 2 Corinthians 9:8? ………………………………………………

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9. What promise are you given in 1 Peter 5:10?…………………….…………………………………...

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10. What attitude must you have in order to receive God’s grace?
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In what area of your life do you need God’s grace now? ……………………………………………..
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How can you obey the instruction given in 2 Peter 3:18? ……………………………………………..
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THE WHEEL
The key to living a victorious, Spirit filled Christian life is Jesus Christ as the centre of all we do. With Jesus
in control, life is balanced and effective. The wheel illustration above shows clearly this Christ –centred life.

Christ is the centre: Galatians 2:20; John 15:5; Colossians 1:27

Obedience to Christ: John 14:21; Romans 12:1-2; Luke 6:46

The Word: 1 Peter 2:2; 2 Timothy 3:26-17; Joshua 1:8

Prayer: Matthew 7:7; Philippians 4:6-7; John 15:7

Fellowship: Matthew 18:20; Hebrews 10:24-25; 1 John 1:3

Witnessing: Matthew 4:19; Romans 1:16; 1 Peter 3:15

(Tick √ the box as you read each verse or verses)

Just as the driving force in a wheel comes from the hub or centre, so the power to live the Christian life
comes from Jesus Christ, the centre. He lives in us in the person of the Holy Spirit, whose purpose is to
glorify Jesus. The rim of the wheel represents our response to Christ’s Lordship through wholehearted, day-
to-day Obedience to Him.

The spokes of the wheel show how Jesus’ power flows into our lives. We communicate with God through
the vertical spokes – The Word and Prayer. The Word is our spiritual food as well as the sword of the Spirit
for spiritual battle. It is the foundation spoke for growing in our Christian lives.

Opposite this is the spoke representing Prayer. Through prayer we draw close to our heavenly Father and
receive help for our needs. As we pray we show that we trust and depend on God.

The horizontal spokes concern our relationship with people –with believers through Christian Fellowship
and with unbelievers through Witnessing. Fellowship centred around the Lord Jesus Christ offers the mutual
encouragement, correction, and stimulation we all need.

The first three spokes prepare us for passing on to others all that we have received from the Lord. This is
done through Witnessing, sharing our own experience of Christ, and explaining the gospel, God’s power to
save.

Assignment for Chapter 6

Review all your Memory Verses daily.

Begin memorizing: God’s Word – 2Timothy 3:16-17

All Scripture is God-Breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in
righteousness, so that the man of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work.
2 Timothy 3:16-17 (NIV)
 Chapter 6
GOD’S WORD IN YOUR LIFE
The abundant wisdom and riches God has provided in His Word are available to every Christian who
diligently digs for them. Meditation and prayer are two keys which unlock the storehouse of God’s wisdom
as you study. Prayerfully meditating on each verse will help you understand its meaning and application for
your life.

Begin reviewing 2 Timothy 3:16-17 and all of you verses from the first five chapters.

GROUP PROJECT: Before discussing this lesson, read aloud the wheel illustration found on page9 and. It
gives you an overview of the topics you will study in these last five chapters.

Exploring: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

How much Scripture is inspired by God? ……………………………………………………………………...
What can it doo for the man or woman of God? ……………………………………………………………….
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1. How can the Bible help you?

Romans 15:4………………………………………………………………………………………..
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2. List as many observations as you can about God’s Word in your life from Psalms 1:1-3………...
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3. What did Ezra do with the Word of God? (Ezra 7:10) ………………………………….………...
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4. What food does God provide for us in addition to bread? (Matthew 4:4) ………………………...
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5. How does God speak to us today? (Luke 8:11, 15) ……………………………………..………...

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6. What did the people of Berea do daily? (Acts 17:11) …………………………………..………...

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7. Read Proverbs 22:17-18. What can you do so that you will always have God’s Word “in your
heart” (NIV) or “within you”(RSV) and “ready on your lips?”………………………………….
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SCRIPTURE MEMORY HELPS

 Learn the verse, topic, and reference word perfectly
 Review the verse daily for at least three weeks
 Think about the verse and how it applies to your life
 Share the verse with someone by quoting it and telling what it
means to you
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BIBLE READING HELPS

How can you read the Scriptures daily with profit? The Bible Reading
Chart at the back page can help you remember where you are reading the
Bible. Start with a New Testament Book like Philippians or
Thessalonians. Read that book all the way through before starting another
Book. As you read a chapter, mark(x) it on your reading chart so you can
know which chapters you have read.

You may want to put the date you finished reading the book as described
above. Keep you Bible Reading Chart with your Bible. Marking your
chart right after you finish your daily reading will encourage you as you
see progress in getting to know God’s Word.

THE HAND ILLUSTRATION

The Hand Illustration shows the steps we need to get God’s Word in our lives. The little finger reminds us
that first of all we need to hear the Word of God (Romans 10:17). The next finger illustrates that we should
read the Word of God for ourselves (Revelations 1:3). The middle finger reminds us we must study the
Word (Acts 17:1). The first finger reminds us to memorize God’s Word (Psalms 119:9-11). Finally, we
canfirmly grasp the Word by meditating (Psalms 1:2-3) on it, as shown by the thumb helping the fingers to
grasp the Bible.

Holding on to the word will help you grow in Christ-likeness.

 Assignment for Chapter 7
1. Begin memorizing: Prayer – Philippians 4:6-7.
Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and petition, with prayer and
petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which
transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.
Philippians 4:6-7 (NIV)

2. Review all your verses daily.

3. Review “The hand illustration” which is located above.
4. Complete the study on prayer.
5. Mark (x) your Bible Reading Chart as you read daily.

Chapter 7
Prayer
Prayer should be the natural overflow of meaningful time in the Scriptures. Respond back to God in prayer
after He speaks to you through His Word. In this way you share your heart with the One who longs for your
companionship.

Begin by reviewing all seven Scripture passages.

Exploring: Philippians 4:6-7

What are we told not to do? …………………………………………………………………………………….
What are we to do? ……………………………………………………………………………………………..
What is promised? ……………………………………………………………………………………………...

1. Read Matthew 6:9-13. How should prayer begin? (Verses 9-10)………………………………………

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2. According to the following verses, why should we pray? …………………………………………….

Matthew 26:41………………………………………………………………………………………….
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3. What does God promise if you come to Him in prayer? (Jeremiah 29:12-13) ………………………..
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4. What attitude or desires should you have in common to God? ……………………………………….

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5. Read 1 Timothy 2:1-4. Who are you to pray for? …………………………………………………….

Matthew 26:41………………………………………………………………………………………….
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 6. What conditions for answered prayer do you find in the following verses?
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7. Read Luke 10:38-42. What kept Martha from spending time with Jesus? …………………………….
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What things keep you from spending time from spending time with Jesus? …………………………..
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You can have fellowship with Jesus just as Mary did by reading His Word daily and talking with
Him in prayer. My special time to meet with God will be at………………………………...... (Time).
The best place to meet with Him is …………………………………. (Place). I shall have my Bible,
notebook and pencil.

What is the most important thing you have learned about prayer in this chapter? …………………….
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Assignment for Chapter 8

1. Begin memorizing: Fellowship – 1 John 1:3
We proclaim to you what we have seen and heard, so that you also may have fellowship with us.
And our fellowship is with the Father and with his Son, Jesus Christ.
1 John 1:3 (NIV)

2. Review all your verses daily.

3. Review “The hand illustration” so that you can explain it.
4. Complete the study on Fellowship.
5. Mark (x) your Bible Reading Chart as you read daily.

Chapter 8
FELLOWSHIP
True Fellowship means giving to and receiving from other Christians. You can share with others whatever
God has given you – forgiveness, possessions, love, His word. He wants all Christians to live in unity and
harmony with one another.

Begin by reviewing all your memory Scripture passages.

Group Project: Beforeyour Bible study discussion on “Fellowship”, divide into pairs. Take a few minutes
to explain to your partner the five methods of grasping the word of God, using “The hand Illustration”.
Exploring: I John 1:3
Why did John proclaim or tell what he had seen and heard?.............................……………………………….
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With whom did he have fellowship? …………………………………………………………………………..

1. For what reason has God called us? (1 Corinthians 1:9) ………………………………………………
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2. What observations about fellowship can you make from Hebrews 10:24-25? ……………………….
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3. What activities are involved on fellowship? (Acts 2:42) ………………………………………………

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4. If we are true children of God, how will others know it? (John 13:34-35) ……………………………
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5. What did Jesus Pray for? (John 17:21)…………………………………………………………………

Why did he pray for this? ….…………………………………………………………………………..
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6. What can hinder good fellowship with other believers? (1 Corinthians 3:3-4) ………………………
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7. Why is fellowship important?

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Hebrews 3:13 …………………………………………………………………………………………..
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The Church is the only fellowship in the world where the one requirement for membership is the
unworthiness of the candidate. Roger B. Munger

Examine your attitude toward other Christians. Is there someone you can find difficult to love and accept?
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What steps can you take to improve your relationship with this person? …………………………………….
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Suggestion: Your group may enjoy the fellowship of eating a meal together, perhaps to celebrate when you
complete Growing in Christ. Make your plans now?

Assignment for Chapter 9

1. Begin memorizing: Witnessing – 1 Peter 3:15
But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone
who asks you to give a reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and
respect.
1 1 Peter 3:15 (NIV)

2. Review all your verses daily.

3. Complete the study on Witnessing and the worksheet telling your conversion story.
4. Mark (x) your Bible Reading Chart as you read daily.
5. Explain the “Hand Illustration” to a Christian friend who is not in your Bible study group. This
helps him grow and promotes Christ –centred fellowship.

Chapter 9
WITNESSING

Witnessing is taking a good look at Jesus Christ and then telling others what you have seen.
Lorne Sanny

Begin by reviewing all your memory verses.

Exploring: I Peter 3:15

For what should we always be prepared? .............................…………………………………………………...
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Why do you think the phrase “with gentleness and respect (reverence)” is added” …………………………..
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1. Read Philippians 2:14-15.

A. What kind of lives should we live? .............................................................................................
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B. What do people see that makes a Christian’s life shine ………………......................................
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C. Do you think people who see your life consider you a witness for Jesus ...................................
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2. Read John 13:34-35. What did Jesus say would happen if Christians love each other? ……………….
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3. Consider the qualities of love listed in 1 Corinthians 13:4-7. Which of these would help you most to
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4. Read Mark 5:18-20. Where did Jesus send the man He had healed? ………………………………….
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5. Why was Paul not ashamed of the gospel? (Romans 1:16) …………………………...……………….
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6. Read 2 Timothy 2:23-26. Why should we avoid foolish arguments? ………………………………….

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7. Who helps us in our witnessing? (Acts 1:8; 4:31) …………………………………….……………….

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8. Consider Jesus’ witness to the woman in John 4: 4-42. List two or three lessons you learn from
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9. Read Acts 26:1-29.

A. What was Paul’s attitude as he began his story? (Vs. 2-3) …………………………………….
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B. What changed the direction of Paul’s life? (Vs. 12-15) ….…………………………………….
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C. How did Paul explain the gospel? (V. 23) ……………………………………………………..
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WITNESSING HELPS
Now that you have seen how Paul told his story, work on a way to tell how
your lifechanged when you came to know Jesus personally. In sharing your
remember to:
1. Make it personal. Do not preach. Tell what Christ has done for you.
2. Make it short. Three or four minutes should be enough to cover all
the important facts.
3. Keep Christ central as you tell what He has done.
4. Use the Bible as the authority, not your church or the person who led
you to Christ.
5. Avoid religious terms which your non-Christian friend may not
understand.
On the next page, write your conversion story down as you would tell it to a non-Christian friend. As you
prepare, ask the Lord for opportunities to share it with a relative, someone in the neighbourhood, someone at
work or school.

GROUP PROJECT: After your discussion, several of you may tell your conversion story to the group, as
you would to a non-believer. Use the notes you made on the next page.

Assignment for Chapter 10

1. Begin memorizing: The Obedient Christian – John 14:21
Whoever has my commands and obeys them, he is the one who loves me. He who loves me will
be loved by my Father, and I too will love him and show myself to him.
John 14:21 (NIV)

2. Review all your verses daily.

3. Complete the study on Obedience to Christ
4. Mark (x) your Bible Reading Chart daily as you read.
5. Pray for an opportunity to share you conversion story with a non-Christian this week.

Witnessing Worksheet
HOW I CAME TO KNOW JESUS CHRIST

Before: Tell about your life before you trusted Christ, your spiritual search.

How: Tell about your conversion, how you came to trust Him. Keep Christ and the Bible central here.

After: Tell specifically about how your life changed and what it has meant to know Him and have eternal
life.
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THE OBEDIENT CHRISTIAN
When you placed your faith in Jesus Christ as your Saviour, a life of obedience to God became a real
possibility. Through His death, Christ made possible the forgiveness of your sin. With his Holy Spirit living
in you, the power of sin in your life can be broken.

Begin by reviewing all your verses.

GROUP PROJECT: Before your discussion begins, take time for all group members who did not share last
week to briefly tell their conversion stories.

Exploring: John 14:21

Write what you think is the relationship between loving God and obeying Him………………………………
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What promise is given in this verse? …………………………………………………………………………...

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1. Read Deuteronomy 10:12-13.

A. What did God require of Israel? ………………………………………………………………..
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C. How do these verses apply to us today? ………………………………………………………..
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2. What can you learn about David’s obedience to God from Psalms 119:59-60? ……………………….
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3. How did Jesus feel about God?

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4. How should you feel about obeying God?

Deuteronomy 26:16……………………………………………………………………………………..
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5. Where do temptations come from? (James 1:13-14) …………………………………………………...

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6. In Joshua 7:20-21, study Achan’s statement about his disobedience.

A. What caused Achan to disobey God’s command? ……………………………………………..
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 8. 1 John 1:9 says you should…. (Tick √ the best answer)
……………. try to do something for God to make up for your sin.
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Why is this important? …………………………………………………………………………………
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Review the questions and answers in this chapter.

A. Name one area where you are tempted to disobey God………………………………………...
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IN CONCLUSION………..
In Chapters 6 through 10 you have studied how to live a balanced life in Christ, illustrated by the wheel.
You have also learned several ways to “feed” on God’s Word, illustrated by the “hand.” Now it is time for a
spiritual inventory to see how well these elements are being built into you walk with Jesus.

THE WHEEL THE WHEEL

 Christ Centred  Hearing
 Obedience  Reading
 The Word  Studying
 Prayer  Memorizing
 Fellowship  Meditating
 Witnessing

1. Describe how you are growing and experiencing success in three or four of these areas …………...
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2. What would you like to do to grow deeper in your devotion to Jesus? ……………….……………..
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CONGRATULATIONS!
You have now completed all ten chapters in GROWING IN CHRIST.

Do not stop the good practices you have begun. Continue to memorize Scripture, review your verses,
and meet with the Lord Jesus Daily as you read His Word and pray. Share with others what he is
teaching you.
We strongly encourage you to lead a friend (or a group) through the same books you have completed. The
reason for this:
1. You will have the joy of seeing God use you to build into the life of others.

And the things you have heard me say in the presence of many witnesses entrust to reliable men
who will also be qualified to teach others.
2 Timothy 2:2 (NIV)

2. This will help deepen in your own life the Biblical truths you have learned during this study of
personal Christian discipleship.
3. Many more people can be helped to maturity in Christ in this way.

To prepare God’s people for works of service, so that the whole body of Christ may be built up until we
all reach unity in the faith and in knowledge of the Son of God and become mature, attaining to the
whole measure of the fullness of Christ.
Ephesians 4:12-13 (NIV)

Your group leader can tell you how to start your group and how to get the Bible Study materials. Continue
to grow toward Christian maturity by continuing these practices you have begun. God will greatly bless you
as you remain obedient to Him and continue GROWING IN CHRIST.

Matthew 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
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Mark 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
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Luke 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
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John 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
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Acts 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
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Romans 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
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1 Corinthians 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
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2 Corinthians 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13
 Galatians 1 2 3 4 5 6

Ephesians 1 2 3 4 5 6

Philippians 1 2 3 4

Colossians 1 2 3 4

1 Thessalonians 1 2 3 4 5

2 Thessalonians 1 2 3

1Timothy 1 2 3 4 5 6

2 Timothy 1 2 3 4

Titus 1 2 3

Philemon 1

Hebrews 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13

James 1 2 3 4 5

1 Peter 1 2 3 4 5

2 Peter 1 2 3

1 John 1 2 3 4 5

2 John 1

3 John 1

Jude 1

Revelation 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
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Now I commit you to God and to the word of his grace, which can build you and give you an
inheritance among all those who are sanctified.
Acts 20:32 (NIV)