the purpose for this class
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We're glad you made this big decision to take this class. This class is the second of Freedom ’ s four basic classes. Since these classes build on each other, you must first complete CLASS 101, before taking this class. THE PURPOSE FOR THIS CLASS. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
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We're glad you made this big decision to take this class. This class is the
second of Freedom’s four basic classes. Since these classes build on each other, you must first complete
CLASS 101, before taking this class.
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THE PURPOSE FOR THIS CLASS
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...that you may become mature Christians and may fulfill God's will for you.
Colossians 4:12
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We are not meant to remain as children . . . but to grow up in every way Christ . . .
Ephesians 4:14-15
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THE FOCUS OF THIS CLASS
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During this class we will focus on five basic habits Christians need to develop in their movement towards spiritual maturity. This class will help you better understand and develop these five habits:
• Time with God• Bible• Prayer• Tithing• Fellowship
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WHAT IS “SPIRITUAL MATURITY”?
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In the unity of our faith, and knowledge of the Son of God, we arrive at real maturity—the measure of development which is meant by the ‘fullness of Christ’.
Ephesians 4:13
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For from the very beginning God decided that those who came to him . . . should become like his Son . . .
Romans 8:29
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Based on these two verses, we might define spiritual maturity as:
_______________________BEING LIKE CHRIST
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FACTS ABOUT SPIRITUAL MATURITY
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1. Spiritual maturity is not ____________.AUTOMATIC
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You have been Christians for a long time now, and you ought to be teaching others, but instead . . . you need someone to teach you . . . When a person is still living on milk, it shows he isn't very far along in the Christian life ...He's still a baby Christian!
Hebrews 5:12-13(LB)
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1. Spiritual maturity is not ____________.AUTOMATICGrowth does not happen ___________INSTANTLY
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1. Spiritual maturity is not ____________.AUTOMATIC
2. Spiritual maturity is a __________. PROCESS
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Learn to be mature.
Proverbs 8:5(GN)
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Continue to grow in the grace and knowledge of our Savior Jesus Christ.
2 Peter 3:18 (GN)
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2. Spiritual maturity is a __________.
1. Spiritual maturity is not ____________.AUTOMATIC
PROCESS
There are no _____________SHORTCUTS
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2. Spiritual maturity is a __________.
1. Spiritual maturity is not ____________.AUTOMATIC
PROCESS
3. Spiritual maturity takes ____________. DISCIPLINE
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Take the time and the trouble to keep yourself spiritually fit.
1 Timothy 4:7
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Discipline yourself for the purpose of godliness.
1 Timothy 4:7(NASB)
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2. Spiritual maturity is a __________.
1. Spiritual maturity is not ____________.AUTOMATIC
PROCESS
3. Spiritual maturity takes ____________. DISCIPLINE
Discipline is ________.TOUGH
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Sounds serious doesn’t it? Well, growing in your relationship with God is serious. The Bible tells us about 12 men who took Jesus and their relationship with God very serious. These men were called disciples. Today, we continue to use the word “disciple” to describe someone who follows Jesus with intensity and commitment.
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WHAT IS A DISCIPLE?
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3. The more disciplined I become the more __________________.
1. Mature believers are called ___________.DISCIPLES
2. I cannot be a disciple without being _____________.DISCIPLINED
GOD CAN USE ME
4. The mark of a disciple is ______________________.CONTINUAL GROWTH
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FOUR HABITS OF A DISCIPLE
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How can I become a disciple? By developing ______ “disciple-like” habits.DAILY
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If anyone belongs to Christ, he is a new creation. The old things have gone; everything is made new!
2 Corinthians 5:17
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You have put off the old self with its habits, and have put on the new self . . . which God is continually renewing in His own image, to bring you to a full knowledge of Himself.
Colossians 3:9-10
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How can I become a disciple? By developing ______ “disciple-like” habits.DAILY
These types of habits are formed by:
• PRAYER• REPETITION• ACCOUNTABILITY
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1. A disciple spends time in God’s _______.WORD
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If you continue in my Word, then you are my disciples indeed. And you will know the truth and the truth will set you free.
John 8:31-32
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1. A disciple spends time in God’s _______.WORD
Simply put: ____________QUIET TIME
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1. A disciple spends time in God’s _______.WORD
2. A disciple spends time in _________.PRAYER
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If you remain in Me, and My words remain in you, then you will ask for anything you wish, and you shall have it . . . in this way you become My disciples.
John 14:7-8(GN)
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1. A disciple spends time in God’s _______.WORD
2. A disciple spends time in _________.PRAYER
Simply put: _______________________CONVERSATIONS WITH GOD
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1. A disciple spends time in God’s _______.WORD
2. A disciple spends time in _________.PRAYER
3. A disciple spends time in _____________.FELLOWSHIP
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Love each other just as much as I love you. Your strong love for each other will prove to the world that you are my disciples.
John 13:34-35(LB)
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1. A disciple spends time in God’s _______.WORD
2. A disciple spends time in _________.PRAYER
3. A disciple spends time in _____________.FELLOWSHIP
Simply put: _______________LOVE OTHERS
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1. A disciple spends time in God’s _______.WORD
2. A disciple spends time in _________.PRAYER
3. A disciple spends time in _____________.FELLOWSHIP
4. A disciple _______.TITHES
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None of you can be my disciple unless he gives up all of his possessions.
Luke 14:33(LB)
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The purpose of tithing is to teach you to always put God first in your lives.
Deuteronomy 14:23(LB)
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1. A disciple spends time in God’s _______.WORD
2. A disciple spends time in _________.PRAYER
3. A disciple spends time in _____________.FELLOWSHIP
4. A disciple _______.TITHESSimply put: ______________GIVES TO THE BODY
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THE DISCIPLE’S CROSSTry to remember these
disciplines by this image.
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If you remain in me and my words remain in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be given you. This is to my Father's glory, that you bear much fruit, showing yourselves to be my disciples.
John 14:7-8
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In the same way,any of you who does not give up everything he has cannot be my disciple.Luke 14:33
TITHING FELLOWSHIP
WORD
PRAYER
Luke 14:27 John 13:34-35Luke 14:33
John 15:7-8
John 8:31-32
To the Jews who had believed him, Jesus said, “If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.”John 8:31-32
“A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another.By this all men will know you are my disciples, if you love one another.” John 13:34-35
CHRIST
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WHAT’S AHEAD?
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In order for us to implement these habits, we need to study them, dialogue them, and then put together a plan for how they might happen in our lives. We want you to learn to feed yourself for a lifetime.
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1. The Habit of a Daily Time with God2. The Habit of Reading God’s Word3. The Habit of Prayer: Talking with God4. The Habit of Tithing: Giving Back to God5. The Habit of Fellowship: Enjoying God’s
Family6. How To Start and Maintain Good Habits
The Goal of this Class...
That I will _________ to the HABITS necessary for spiritual maturity.
COMMIT
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In the past you offered the parts of your body to be slaves to sin and evil; you lived only for evil. In the same way now you must give yourselves to be slaves of goodness. Then you will live only for God.
Romans 6:19
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THE HABIT OF A DAILY TIME WITH GOD
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The one who looks steadily at God's perfect law . . . and makes that law his habit—not listening and then forgetting, but actively putting it into practice, will be happy in all that he does.
James 1:25
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HOW TO HAVE A QUIET TIMEThe importance of a daily quiet time
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Definition:
A ____________ is a daily time I set aside to be alone with God to get to know Him better.
QUIET TIME
I. The Importance of a Daily Quiet Time
Your time alone with God should be the top priority in your schedule for five reasons:
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1. We were __________ to have fellowship with God.
CREATED
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So God created man in His own image . . .
Genesis 1:27,2:7,3:8
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Look! I've been standing at the door and constantly knocking. If anyone...opens the door, I will come in and fellowship with him and he with Me.
Revelation 3:20(LB)
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1. We were __________ to have fellowship with God.
CREATED
2. Jesus _____ to make a relationshipwith God possible.
DIED
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God . . . has invited you into this wonderful friendship with his Son, Christ our Lord.
1 Corinthians 1:9(LB)
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1. We were __________ to have fellowship with God.
CREATED
2. Jesus _____ to make a relationshipwith God possible.
DIED
3. Personal time alone with God was Jesus’ ________________________.SOURCE OF STRENGTH
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Jesus often withdrew to lonely places and prayed.
Mark 1:35; Luke 22:39; Luke5:16
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4. Every person who has been effective in _________ for God, developed the habit of spending time with God.(Abraham, Moses, David, Daniel, Paul, etc.)
SERVICE
5. You cannot be a __________Christian without it!
HEALTHY
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Man cannot live on bread alone but on every word that God speaks.
Matthew 4:4(GN)
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I have treasured the words of His mouth more than my necessary food.
Job 23:12(NASB)
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How can a young man cleanse his way? By keeping to Your Word.
Psalm 119:9
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HOW TO HAVE A QUIET TIMEThe purpose of a daily quiet time
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1. To give ___________ to God.DEVOTION
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Give to the Lord the glory due to His name. Worship the Lord in the splendor of His holiness.
Psalms 29:2
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Hezekiah was successful, because everything he did...he did in a spirit of complete devotion to his God.
2 Chronicles 31:21 (GN)
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1. To give ___________ to God.DEVOTION• God deserves our devotion! (Revelation 4:11 )• God desires our devotion!
John 4:23
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1. To give ___________ to God.DEVOTION
2. To get ___________ from God.DIRECTION
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Show me the path where I should go, O Lord; point out the right road for me to walk. Lead me . . .
Psalms 25:4(LB)
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2 THINGS TO DO IN A QUIET TIME
"Commit everything you do to the Lord. Trust Him to help you do it and He will."
Psalms 37:5 (LB)
1. Commit your day:
2. Consider your way:"Ponder the path of your feet and let all your ways be established."
Proverbs 4:26 (KJV) "In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will direct your paths."
Proverbs 3:6 (KJV)
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1. To give ___________ to God.DEVOTION
2. To get ___________ from God.DIRECTION
3. To gain _________ in God.DELIGHT
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Delight yourself in the Lord; and He will give you the desires of your heart.
Psalms 37:4(KJV)
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...God's presence fills me with joy and brings me pleasure.
Psalms 16:11(GN)
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1. To give ___________ to God.DEVOTION
2. To get ___________ from God.DIRECTION
3. To gain _________ in God.DELIGHTFACT:The better I get to know Christ, the more ____________.I LOVE HIMThe objective of your quiet time is not to study
about Christ, but to actually spend time with Him!
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1. To give ___________ to God.DEVOTION
2. To get ___________ from God.DIRECTION
3. To gain _________ in God.DELIGHT
4. To grow ______ like God.MORE
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For as you know Him better and better God will give you, through His great power, everything you need for living a truly good life...He has promised to save us…and to give us His own character!
2 Peter 1:3-4(LB)
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When the council saw the boldness of Peter and John . . . they were amazed and realized what being with Jesus had done for them!
Acts 4:13(LB)
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HOW TO HAVE A QUIET TIMEThe plan for a daily quiet time
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1. Select a time that can become a ________________.REGULAR TIME
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Now try to find a specific time for the time-block you circled.
Circle one that seems most likely for you:
before school/workduring school/workafter school/work
before bed
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HOW LONG SHOULD A QUIET TIME BE?
A GREAT QUESTION
1. Start with a few minutes and allow your time to grow.2. Don’t keep track of your time (don't watch the clock!).3. Emphasize quality, not quantity!4. Remember, any time with God is better than no time.
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1. Select a time that can become a ________________.REGULAR TIME
2. Choose a _________ place.SPECIAL
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Jesus left the city and went, as He usually did, to the Mount of Olives...to pray.
Luke 22:39(GN)
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Very early in the morning, while it was still dark, Jesus got up, left the house and went to a solitary place, where He prayed.
Mark 1:35
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1. _______________
1. Select a time that can become a ________________.REGULAR TIME
2. Choose a _________ place.SPECIAL
Two important ingredients are:CONSISTENCY
2. ________PLACE
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1. Select a time that can become a ________________.REGULAR TIME
2. Choose a _________ place.SPECIAL
3. Gather the _____________ you’ll need.
RESOURCES
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1. A Bible with an understandable translation.
2. A notebook to write down what the Lord speaks to you about, and to keep a prayer list.
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1. Select a time that can become a ________________.REGULAR TIME
2. Choose a _________ place.SPECIAL
3. Gather the _____________ you’ll need.
RESOURCES
4. Begin with the right __________.ATTITUDE
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_____________ Key word: _____REVERENCE AWE
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Be still, and know that I am God.
Psalms 46:10
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_____________ Key word: _____REVERENCE AWE
______________ Key word: ______EXPECTANCY HOPE
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Open my eyes to see wonderful things in your Word.
Psalms 119:18(LB)
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_____________ Key word: _____REVERENCE AWE
______________ Key word: ______EXPECTANCY HOPE
____________ Key word: _______OBEDIENCE TRUST
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Whoever is willing to do what God wants will know . . .
John 7:17(GN)
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1. Select a time that can become a ________________.REGULAR TIME
2. Choose a _________ place.SPECIAL
3. Gather the _____________ you’ll need.
RESOURCES
4. Begin with the right __________.ATTITUDE
5. Follow a plan you __________.CAN KEEP
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Don’t _____________What if I miss a day?
FEEL GUILTYDon’t ______________________Don’t ________
BECOME LEGALISTICGIVE UP
It takes __ weeks for you to become familiar with a new task.
3
Then it takes another __ weeks before it becomes a comfortable habit.
3
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Let us not get tired of doing what is right, for after a while we will reap a harvest of blessing if we don't get discouraged and give up.
Galatians 6:9(LB)
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A PRAYER OF COMMITMENT
“Father, I realize that I was created to have fellowship with You. Thank you for making this privilege possible through Jesus' death on the cross. I know that daily fellowship with You is to be the most important thing in my life. I now want to commit myself to spending at least some time every day with You in a quiet time of Bible reading and prayer. I'm trusting in your strength to help me be consistent. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”
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The Habit Of Bible ReadingExploring God’s Love-Letter
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The whole Bible was given to us by inspiration from God and is useful to teach us what is true and to make us realize what is wrong in our lives; it straightens us out and helps us do what is right.
2 Timothy 3:16-17(LB)
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It is God's way of making us well prepared at every point, fully equipped to do good to everyone.
2 Timothy 3:16-17(LB)
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Even though we titled this section “the habit of Bible reading”, there’s more to it
than just reading the Bible. Lots of people read the Bible; you’ll find that people that
don’t believe in God read the Bible for great literature.
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Even Satan knows the scriptures. In this section we want to help you understand
God’s Word and the disciplines needed to apply God’s love-letter to us.
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SIX WAYS TO GET A GRASP ON YOUR BIBLE:
The Hand IllustrationOn your page trace an outline of your hand!
1. Hear2. Read3. Study
4. Memorize5. Meditate6. Apply
It’s much easier to hold onto when all are being used. On the first finger write “Hear”, on the second “Read”, the third “Study, the fourth “Memorize”, the fifth “Meditate”, and on the palm write “Apply”. Once you get a grasp on the first five, its easier to Apply. Take away any of the fingers, and your grip on God’s Word gets weaker.
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THE HABIT OF BIBLE READING
How to hear God’s Word
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Faith comes from hearing the Word of God.
Romans 10:17
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WAYS TO HEAR GOD’S WORD
• The Bible on tape• Church services & studies• Sermon tapes• Radio/TV teachers
PROBLEM: We forget ___% of what we hear after 72 hours.
95
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THE HABIT OF BIBLE READING
How to improve your hearing
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1. Be ready and _______ to hear God.EAGER
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(Jesus) He who has ears to hear, let him hear!
Luke 8:8
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. . . Be quick to listen . . .
James 1:19
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1. Be ready and _______ to hear God.EAGER
2. Deal with attitudes that __________hearing God. (Luke 8:4-15)
PREVENT
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Consider carefully how you listen...
Luke 8:18
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1. Be ready and _______ to hear God.EAGER
2. Deal with attitudes that __________hearing God. (Luke 8:4-15)
PREVENT
3. Confess any ____ in your life.SIN
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Get rid of all moral filth and humbly accept the Word . . .
James 1:21
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1. Be ready and _______ to hear God.EAGER
2. Deal with attitudes that __________hearing God. (Luke 8:4-15)
PREVENT
3. Confess any ____ in your life.SIN4. Take _______ on what you hear.NOTES
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We must pay more careful attention to what we've heard, so that we do not drift away!
Hebrews 2:1
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1. Be ready and _______ to hear God.EAGER
2. Deal with attitudes that __________hearing God. (Luke 8:4-15)
PREVENT
3. Confess any ____ in your life.SIN4. Take _______ on what you hear.NOTES
5. Act on what you ______!HEAR
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Do not merely listen to the Word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says!
James 1:22
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Whoever . . . does not simply listen and then forget, but puts it into practice, that person will be blessed in what he does.
James 1:25(GN)
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THE HABIT OF BIBLE READING
How to read God’s Word
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Happy is the one who reads this book . . . and obeys what is written in it!
Revelation 1:3(GN)
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The Scriptures shall be his constant companion. He must read from it everyday of his life so that he will learn to respect the Lord his God by obeying all of His commands.
Deuteronomy 17:19(LB)
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Based on the passages above, how often should I read God's Word? ___________EVERYDAY
SUGGESTIONS FOR READING THE BIBLE
• Start in the Gospel of John
• Read the Bible in an understandable translation
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• Read it in different translations.
• For easier reading: Good News, Living Bible, Phillips, New Century Version, New Living Translation
• Read it aloud to yourself
• Underline key verses
SUGGESTIONS FOR READING THE BIBLE
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• Be realistic with your reading goals. (Better to be victorious in small amounts and continue, than to be defeated and give up)
• Write down what you’re learning and any questions you might have.
SUGGESTIONS FOR READING THE BIBLE
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THE HABIT OF BIBLE READING
How to study God’s Word
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. . . they accepted the message eagerly and studied the Scriptures everyday . . .
Acts 17:11(PH)
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Be a good workman . . . Know what His Word says and means.
2 Timothy 2:15
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The difference between reading and studying the Bible is that you _____________ when you study. TAKE NOTES
And the secret of effective Bible study is knowing how to _________________. ASK QUESTIONS
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SIX BASIC QUESTIONS
1. WHO are the people involved with this passage?
2. WHAT are the events which take place?
3. WHERE is this passage located within the Bible? (Context: surrounding passages)
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4. WHY did God put this in the Bible for me to read?
5. WHEN (in history) did this passage take place?
6. HOW did God work in this passage?
SIX BASIC QUESTIONS
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THE HABIT OF BIBLE READING
How to memorize God’s Word
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Guard my words as your most precious possession. Write them down, and also keep them deep within your heart.
Proverbs 7:2-3(LB)
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THE HABIT OF BIBLE READING
Benefits of memorizing Scripture
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1.Knowing God’s word helps me ________ temptation.RESIST
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I have hidden your Word in my heart that I might not sin against you.
Psalms 119:11
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1. Knowing God’s word helps me ________ temptation.RESIST2. Knowing God’s word helps me make _____ decisions.WISE
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Your Word is a lamp to guide me and a light for my path.
Psalms 119:105
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1. Knowing God’s word helps me ________ temptation.RESIST2. Knowing God’s word helps me make _____ decisions.WISE3. Knowing God’s word strengthens me when I’m under _________.STRESS
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. . . Your promises to me are my hope. They give me strength in all my troubles; how they refresh and revive me!
Psalms 119:49(LB)
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1. Knowing God’s word helps me ________ temptation.RESIST2. Knowing God’s word helps me make _____ decisions.WISE3. Knowing God’s word strengthens me when I’m under _________.STRESS
4. Knowing God’s word ____________me when I’m sad.
COMFORTS
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Your words are what sustain me . . . They bring joy to my sorrowing heart and delight me.
Jeremiah 15:16(LB)
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1. Knowing God’s word helps me ________ temptation.RESIST2. Knowing God’s word helps me make _____ decisions.WISE3. Knowing God’s word strengthens me when I’m under _________.STRESS
4. Knowing God’s word ____________me when I’m sad.
COMFORTS
5. Knowing God’s word helps me _________ to unbelievers.WITNESS
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Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have.
1 Peter 3:15
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WHEN TO MEMORIZE A VERSE
• During your quiet time
• While exercising
• While waiting (spare moments)
• At bedtime (Psalms 63:6)
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• Pick a verse that speaks to you.
• Read the verse aloud many times. (You might even record it on tape!)
• Emphasize key words when quoting the verse.
• Write out the verse on a flash card.
HOW TO MEMORIZE A VERSE
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• Carry some cards with you at all times for review.
• Display your verses in prominent places.
• Find a partner who you can have help you.
HOW TO MEMORIZE A VERSE
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THREE KEYS TO MEMORIZING: __________________________
Suggested beginning rate: ____ new verses a month.
3-4
REVIEW, REVIEW, REVIEW
We remember what is___________________.IMPORTANT TO US
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The law you gave me means more to me than all the money in the world.
Psalms 119:72(GN)
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SCRIPTURE MEMORY COURSE
The following verses suggest a "balance" in Scripture Memory. The verses selected are key verses in understanding the foundations of the Christian Life and Christian Growth. Do not feel tied-down to this suggested list. This is only a tool to lead you in an understanding of the importance of memorizing "key" verses.
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LIVE THE NEW LIFEChrist the Center
Obedience to Christ
The Word
Prayer
Fellowship
Witnessing
II Cor. 5:17; Gal. 2:20
Rom. 12:1; John 14:21
II Tim. 3:16; Josh 1:8
John 15:17; Phil. 4:6-7
Matt. 18:20; Heb. 10:24
Matt. 4:19; Rom. 1:16
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PROCLAIM CHRISTAll have sinned
Sin’s penalty
Christ paid the penalty
Salvation not by works
Must receive Christ
Assurance of salvation
Rom. 3:23; Isa. 53:6
Rom. 6:23; Heb. 9:27
Rom. 5:8; I Peter 3:18
Eph. 2:8-9; Titus 3:5
John 1:12; Rev. 3:20
I John 5:13; John 5:24
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RELY ON GOD’S RESOURCESHis Spirit
His strength
His faithfulness
His peace
His provision
His help in temptation
I Cor. 3:16; I Cor. 2:12
Isa. 41:10; Phil. 4:13
Lam. 3:22; Num. 23:19
Isa. 26:3; I Peter 5:7
Rom. 8:32; Phil 4:19
Heb. 2:18; Ps. 119:9, 11
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BE CHRIST’S DISCIPLEPut Christ first
Separate from the world
Be steadfast
Serve others
Give generously
Develop world vision
Matt. 6:33; Luke 9:23
I Jn. 2:15-16; Rom. 12:2I Cor. 15:58; Heb. 12:3
Mark 10:45; II Cor. 4:5
Prov. 3:9-10; II Cor. 9:6-7
Acts 1:8; Matt. 28:19-20
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GROW IN CHRIST LIKENESSLove
Humility
Purity
Honesty
Faith
Good works
John 13:34-35; I Jn. 3:18
Phil. 2:3-4; I Peter 5:5-6
Eph. 5:3; I Peter 2:11
Lev. 19:11; Acts 24:16
Heb. 11:6; Rom. 4:20-21
Gal. 6:9-10; Matt. 5:16
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THE HABIT OF BIBLE READING
How to meditate on God’s Word
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Those who are always meditating on His Laws . . . are like trees along a river bank bearing fruit . . . they never wither, and whatever they do prospers.
Psalms 1:2-3(LB)
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Meditation is____________________ about a Bible
verse in order to discover how I can apply it’s truth to my own life.
FOCUSED THINKING
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THE HABIT OF BIBLE READING
Why meditate on Scripture?
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1. It is the key to _________ like Christ.BECOME
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. . . Your life is shaped by your thoughts.
Proverbs 4:23(GN)
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. . . Be transformed by the renewing of your mind.
Romans 12:2
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As we . . . contemplate the Lord's glory, we are being transformed into His likeness . . .
1 Corinthians 3:18
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1. It is the key to _________ like Christ.BECOME
2. It is the key to ____________ prayer.ANSWERED
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If you live your life in Me, and My words live in your hearts, you can ask for whatever you like, and it will come true for you.
John 15:7(PH)
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1. It is the key to _________ like Christ.BECOME
2. It is the key to ____________ prayer.ANSWERED3. It is the key to successful _______.LIVING
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Meditate on the Word day and night, so you may be careful to do everything written in it. Then you will be prosperous and successful.
Joshua 1:8
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FIVE WAYS TO MEDITATE ON A VERSE
Picture it!
Pronounce it!
Paraphrase it!
Personalize it!
Pray it!
Visualize the scene in your mind.
Say the verse aloud, each time emphasizing a different word.
Rewrite the verse in your own words.
Replace the pronouns or people in the verse with your own name.
Turn the verse into a prayer and say it back to God.
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THE HABIT OF BIBLE READING
How to apply God’s Word
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Do not fool yourselves by just listening to the Word. Instead, put it into practice.
James 1:22
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Whoever practices and teaches these commands will be called great in the kingdom of heaven.
Matthew 5:19
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HOW TO APPLY SCRIPTURE1st ask:
2nd ask:
3rd ask:
What did it mean to the original hearers?
What is the underlying timeless principle?
Where or how could I practice that principle?
Write out a sentence that describes a project or action you will take to apply the
truth.
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Most applications will focus on one of 3 _________________:RELATIONSHIPS
With GodWithin myself
With other people
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Now that you know these things, do them! That is the path of blessing!
John 13:17(LB)
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THE HABIT OF PRAYERTalking with God
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Base your happiness on your hope in Christ. When trials come, endure them patiently; steadfastly maintain THE HABIT OF PRAYER.
Romans 12:12(PH)
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THE HABIT OF PRAYERHow to revitalize your prayer life
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I. APPROACH PRAYER WITH THE RIGHT ATTITUDE (Matthew 6:5-8)
• Be ______REAL
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When you pray, do not be like the hypocrites, for they love praying standing in the synagogues and on the street corners to be seen by men.
Matthew 6:5
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I. APPROACH PRAYER WITH THE RIGHT ATTITUDE (Matthew 6:5-8)
• Be ______REALDon’t try to impress _____GODDon’t try to impress _________OTHERS
• Get __________RELAXED
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But when you pray go into your room, close the door and pray to your Father who is unseen. Then your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you.
Matthew 6:6
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I. APPROACH PRAYER WITH THE RIGHT ATTITUDE (Matthew 6:5-8)
• Be ______REALDon’t try to impress _____GODDon’t try to impress _________OTHERS
• Get __________RELAXED• Be ____________REVEALING
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Don't recite the same prayer over and over as the heathen do, who think prayers are answered only by repeating them again and again. Remember, your Father knows exactly what you need before you ask Him!
Matthew 6:7-8(LB)
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II. USE THE A.C.T. U.P. MODELACTUP
AdorationKey word: ________PRAISEConfessionKey word: _______________ThanksgivingKeyword: _________UpliftingKey word: ___________________
Prayer RequestKey word: ___________________
FORGIVENESS
THANKS
ENCOURAGEMENT
SELF AND OTHERS
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ADORATION“I praise you God because…”
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Give thanks to the Lord and pray to Him. Tell the nations what He has done. Sing to Him. Sing praises to Him. Tell about all the wonderful things He has done. Be glad that you are His.
1 Chronicles 16:8-9
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ADORATION“I praise you God because…”
CONFESSION“I ask for forgiveness for…”
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But if we confess our sins, He will forgive our sins. We can trust God. He does what is right. He will make us clean from all the wrongs we have done.
1 John 1:9
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ADORATION“I praise you God because…”
CONFESSION“I ask for forgiveness for…”THANKSGIVING
“I’m thankful for...”
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Oh, how grateful and thankful I am to the Lord because He is so good.
Psalms 7:17
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ADORATION“I praise you God because…”
CONFESSION“I ask for forgiveness for…”THANKSGIVING
“I’m thankful for...”UPLIFTING
“Today I’m going to encourage…”
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But encourage each other every day. Do this while it is today.
Hebrews 3:13
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ADORATION“I praise you God because…”
CONFESSION“I ask for forgiveness for…”THANKSGIVING
“I’m thankful for...”UPLIFTING
“Today I’m going to encourage…”PRAYER REQUEST
“I ask you for…”
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Do not worry about anything. But pray and ask God for everything you need. And when you pray, always give thanks. And God’s peace will keep your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. The peace that God gives is so great that we cannot understand it.
Philippians 4:6-7
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ADORATION“I praise you God because…”
CONFESSION“I ask for forgiveness for…”THANKSGIVING
“I’m thankful for...”UPLIFTING
“Today I’m going to encourage…”PRAYER REQUEST
“I ask you for…”
Now, cover up the top part of this page
and write out the A.C.T. U.P. words
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THE HABIT OF TITHINGHonoring God with my giving
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On the first day of every week, set aside some of what you have earned and give it as an offering.The amount depends on how much the Lord has helped you earn.
1 Corinthians 16:2
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THE HABIT OF TITHINGHow my giving reveals my
spiritual maturity
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Just as you excel in everything else . . . in faith, in speech, in knowledge, in complete earnestness . . . see that you also excel in the grace of giving.
2 Corinthians 8:7
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Believe:Used ____ times in the Bible272
Pray:Used ____ times in the Bible371
Love:Used ____ times in the Bible714
Give:Used _____ times in the Bible2162
KEY BIBLE WORDS
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THE HABIT OF TITHINGWhy God wants me to give
7 Benefits To My Life
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1. Giving makes me __________.LIKE GOD
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God so loved the world that He gave His only Son . . .
John 3:16
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1. Giving makes me __________.LIKE GOD2. Giving draws me _________________.CLOSER TO GOD
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Where your treasure is, there your heart is also.
Matthew 6:21
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1. Giving makes me __________.LIKE GOD2. Giving draws me _________________.CLOSER TO GOD3. Giving is the remedy to_______________.MATERIALISM
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Command those who are rich in this present world not to be arrogant nor to put hope in wealth, which is so uncertain, but to put their hope in God, who richly provides us with everything for our enjoyment. Command them to be generous and willing to share. In this way . . . they may take hold of the life that is truly Life!
1 Timothy 6:17-19
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1. Giving makes me __________.LIKE GOD2. Giving draws me _________________.CLOSER TO GOD3. Giving is the remedy to_______________.MATERIALISM4. Giving strengthens my ______.FAITH
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Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. Honor the Lord by giving Him the first part of your income, and He will fill your barns to overflowing.
Proverbs 3:5,9
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Give and it will be given to you . . . For with the measure you use, it will be measured back to you.
Luke 6:38
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1. Giving makes me __________.LIKE GOD2. Giving draws me _________________.CLOSER TO GOD3. Giving is the remedy to_______________.MATERIALISM4. Giving strengthens my ______.FAITH5. Giving is an investment in __________.ETERNITY
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Give happily to those in need, and always be ready to share whatever God has given you. By doing this, you will be storing up real treasure for yourselves in heaven-it is the only safe investment for eternity.
1 Timothy 6:18-19(LB)
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1. Giving makes me __________.LIKE GOD2. Giving draws me _________________.CLOSER TO GOD3. Giving is the remedy to_______________.MATERIALISM4. Giving strengthens my ______.FAITH5. Giving is an investment in __________.ETERNITY6. Giving blesses me ____________.IN RETURN
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A generous man himself will be blessed.
Proverbs 22:9
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A generous man will prosper; he who refreshes others will himself be refreshed.
Proverbs 11:25
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Good will come to him who is generous . . .
Psalms 112:5
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1. Giving makes me __________.LIKE GOD2. Giving draws me _________________.CLOSER TO GOD3. Giving is the remedy to_______________.MATERIALISM4. Giving strengthens my ______.FAITH5. Giving is an investment in __________.ETERNITY6. Giving blesses me ____________.IN RETURN7. Giving makes me ________.HAPPY
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(Jesus) There is more happiness in giving than in receiving.
Acts 20:35
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The people rejoiced . . . for they had given freely and wholeheartedly to the Lord.
Proverbs 11:25
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THE HABIT OF TITHINGWhat the Bible teaches about giving
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Another word used for giving is ______. TITHE
What is tithing?
“Tithe” means “a _______ part.”TENTH
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THE HABIT OF TITHINGWhy should I tithe?
8 reasons from God’s Word
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1. Because God _______________.COMMANDS IT
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A tenth of all you produce is the Lord's, and it is holy.
Leviticus 27:30
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1. Because God _______________.COMMANDS IT
2. Because Jesus _______________.COMMANDS IT
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Yes, you should tithe, and you shouldn't leave the more important things undone either.
Matthew 23:23
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1. Because God _______________.COMMANDS IT
2. Because Jesus _______________.COMMANDS IT3. Tithing demonstrates that God has _________________________.FIRST PLACE IN MY LIFE
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The purpose of tithing is to teach you to always put God first place in your life.
Deuteronomy 14:23(LB)
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1. Because God _______________.COMMANDS IT
2. Because Jesus _______________.COMMANDS IT3. Tithing demonstrates that God has _________________________.FIRST PLACE IN MY LIFE4. Tithing reminds me that_____________ was given to me by God!EVERYTHING
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Always remember that it is the Lord your God who gives you the ability to produce wealth.
Deuteronomy 8:18
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1. Because God _______________.COMMANDS IT
2. Because Jesus _______________.COMMANDS IT3. Tithing demonstrates that God has _________________________.FIRST PLACE IN MY LIFE4. Tithing reminds me that_____________ was given to me by God!EVERYTHING5. Tithing expresses my ____________.GRATITUDE
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How can I repay the Lord for all his goodness to me?
Psalms 116:12
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Each of you should bring a gift in proportion to the way the Lord your God has blessed you.
Deuteronomy 16:17
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6. God says that refusing to tithe is___________ from Him!STEALING
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God says, “Will a man rob God? Yet you are robbing me!” But you ask, “How do we rob you?” God says “In tithes and offerings . . .Bring your whole tithe to My house.”
Malachi 3:8-10
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6. God says that refusing to tithe is___________ from Him!STEALING7. Tithing gives God a chance to prove ___________ and wants to bless you!HE EXISTS
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"Bring your whole tithe to My storehouse. Test me in this," says the Lord, "and see if I will not throw open the floodgates of heaven and pour out so much blessing that you won't have room enough for it! I will prevent pests from devouring your crops and the vines in your fields will be protected from plagues.“
Malachi 3:10
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6. God says that refusing to tithe is___________ from Him!STEALING7. Tithing gives God a chance to prove ___________ and wants to bless you!HE EXISTS8. Tithing proves that I ___________.LOVE GOD
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If you really love Me, do what I command.
John 14:15
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I want you to be leaders also in the spirit of cheerful giving . . . This is one way to prove that your love is real, that it goes beyond mere words.
2 Corinthians 8:7b-8(LB)
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THE HABIT OF TITHINGWhat should I tithe?
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The ____________ of what I earn, not the ____________.
FIRST PARTLEFTOVERS
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Honor the Lord by giving Him the first part of all your income . . .
Proverbs 3:9-10
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The ____________ of what I earn, not the ____________.
FIRST PARTLEFTOVERS
When should I tithe?_________________EVERY SUNDAY
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On the first day of every week, set aside some of what you have earned and give it as an offering. The amount depends on how much the Lord has helped you earn.
1 Corinthians 16:2(LB)
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Give ___________.
GIVING WITH THE RIGHT ATTITUDES
WILLINGLY
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For if the willingness is there, your gift is acceptable according to what you have, not according to what you don't have.
2 Corinthians 9:12
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Each one should give what he has decided in his heart to give, not reluctantly or under pressure . . .
2 Corinthians 9:7a
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Give ___________.
GIVING WITH THE RIGHT ATTITUDES
WILLINGLYGive ___________.JOYFULLY
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. . . for God loves a cheerful giver!
2 Corinthians 9:7
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Give ___________.
GIVING WITH THE RIGHT ATTITUDES
WILLINGLYGive ___________.JOYFULLYGive ______________.GENEROUSLY
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They gave as much as they were able, and even beyond their ability. Entirely on their own, they urgently pleaded with us for the privilege of sharing in this service . . .
2 Corinthians 8:3-4
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Give ___________.
GIVING WITH THE RIGHT ATTITUDES
WILLINGLYGive ___________.JOYFULLYGive ______________.GENEROUSLYGive _______________.EXPECTANTLY
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Remember this: Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly; and whoever sows generously will reap generously.
2 Corinthians 9:6
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THE HABIT OF TITHINGThe key to giving
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“...THEY FIRST GAVE THEMSELVES TO THE LORD...” 2 Cor. 8:5
A COMMITMENT PRAYER"Father, I know you love me and want
what's best for me. I recognize that all I have, or will ever have, comes from you. I am more interested in pleasing you than in
having more possessions. I want you to have first place in my life and I am willing
to begin tithing as you have commanded.
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Out of gratitude for all you've done for me, and in expectation that you will continue to
provide for me, I commit myself to returning at least the first 10% of all I earn back to you. I want to begin investing for eternity. Help me to remain faithful to this
commitment. In Jesus' name, Amen."
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THE HABIT OF FELLOWSHIPParticipating in God’s family
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Let us not give up the habit of meeting together, as some are doing. Instead, let us encourage each other.
Hebrews 10:25(GN)
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THE HABIT OF FELLOWSHIPWhy is fellowship so important?
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1. _________ in God’s family with other believers.
BELONG
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Let us do good to all people, especially to those who belong to the family of believers.
Galatians 6:10
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You are a member of God's very own family...and you belong in God's household with every other Christian.
Ephesians 2:19(LB)
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So in Christ, we who are many form one body, and each member belongs to all the others!
Romans 12:5
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"The Christian who is not committed to a group of other believers for praying, sharing, and serving, so that he is known, as he knows others, is not an obedient Christian. He is not in the will of God. However vocal he may be in his theology, he is not obeying the Lord."
Dr. Ray Ortland
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1. _________ in God’s family with other believers.
BELONG
2. I need ___________________ to grow spiritually.
ENCOURAGEMENT
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Let us think of one another and how we can encourage each other to love and do good deeds.
Hebrews 10:24(PH)
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Two are better off than one . . . If one of them falls down, the other can reach out and help him up. But if someone is alone and falls, it's just too bad, because there is no one to help him...Two men can resist an attack that would defeat one man alone. A rope made of three cords is hard to break.
Ecclesiastes 4:9-10,12(GN)
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1. _________ in God’s family with other believers.
BELONG
2. I need ___________________ to grow spiritually.
ENCOURAGEMENT
3. I need ______ to grow spiritually.HELP
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People learn from one another just as iron sharpens iron.
Proverbs 27:17(GN)
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Every day . . . keep encouraging one another so that none of you is hardened by the glamour of sin.
Hebrews 3:13(LB)
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Brothers, if someone is trapped in some sin, you who are spiritual should restore him gently...Carry each other's burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.
Galatians 6:1-2
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1. _________ in God’s family with other believers.
BELONG
2. I need ___________________ to grow spiritually.
ENCOURAGEMENT
3. I need ______ to grow spiritually.HELP4. Fellowship is a _________ to the world.
WITNESS
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My prayer for all of them is that they will be of one heart and mind . . . so the world will believe You sent Me.
John 17:21(LB)
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By your love for one another, people will know that you are My followers.
John 13:35
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1. _________ in God’s family with other believers.
BELONG
2. I need ___________________ to grow spiritually.
ENCOURAGEMENT
3. I need ______ to grow spiritually.HELP4. Fellowship is a _________ to the world.
WITNESS
5. I am an _____________ part of other Christian’s growth!
IMPORTANT
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God has given you some special abilities; be sure to use them to help each other . . .
1 Peter 4:10(LB)
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There are different kinds of service to God...together you form the body of Christ and each one of you is a necessary part of it.
1 Corinthians 12:5,27(LB)
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6. It is _____!FUN
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Yea, that is exactly what I said, fellowship is fun.
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THE “ONE ANOTHER’S” OF FELLOWSHIP
Serve one another – Galatians 5:13Accept one another – Romans 15:7Forgive one another – Colossians 3:13Greet one another – Romans 16:16Bear one another's burdens – Galatians 6:2Be devoted to one another - Romans 12:10
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THE “ONE ANOTHER’S” OF FELLOWSHIP
Honor one another – Romans 12:10
Teach one another – Romans 15:14
Submit to one another - Ephesians 5:21
Encourage one another – 1 Thess. 5:11
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By being in some type of ______________.
HOW CAN A CHURCH MAINTAIN CLOSE FRIENDSHIPS?
SMALL GROUP
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They met day after day, in the temple courts and from house to house.
Acts 5:42
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By being in some type of ______________.
HOW CAN A LARGE CHURCH MAINTAIN CLOSE FRIENDSHIPS?
SMALL GROUP
2 Types of Church Meetings
Large Group – SUNDAY MORNING
Small Group: MIDWEEK
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Greet the church that meets in their home.
Romans 16:5; Acts 2:26,8:3, 16:40,20:20; 1 Corinthians 16:19, Colossians 4:15
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Within our Church’s Ministry we believe that we must . . . grow _________ and
___________ at the same time.
(101 review,remember?)
LARGERSMALLER
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THE HABIT OF FELLOWSHIPWhat is the purpose of small
groups?
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1. _____________BIBLE STUDY
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They DEVOTED THEMSELVES to the apostle's teaching . . .
Acts 2:42-47
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1. _____________BIBLE STUDY2. _____________FELLOWSHIP
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. . . and to the fellowship . . .
Acts 2:42-47
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1. _____________BIBLE STUDY2. _____________FELLOWSHIP3. _____________COMMUNION
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. . . and to the breaking of bread . . .
Acts 2:42-47
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1. _____________BIBLE STUDY2. _____________FELLOWSHIP3. _____________COMMUNION4. _________PRAYER
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. . . and to prayer . . .
Acts 2:42-47
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OUR FATHER . . . give US . . . OUR daily bread . . . forgive US OUR debts . . . as WE have forgiven OUR debtors . . . lead US not into temptation . . . deliver US . . .
Matthew 6:9-13
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1. _____________BIBLE STUDY2. _____________FELLOWSHIP3. _____________COMMUNION4. _________PRAYER5. __________SUPPORT
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. . . they gave to anyone as he had a need . . .
Acts 2:42-47
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. . . you shared with me the fellowship of giving and receiving.
Philippians 4:15(PH)
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1. _____________BIBLE STUDY2. _____________FELLOWSHIP3. _____________COMMUNION4. _________PRAYER5. __________SUPPORT6. ________SOCIAL
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. . . they ate together with glad and sincere hearts . . .
Acts 2:42-47
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Get into the habit of inviting guests home for dinner, or if they need lodging, for the night.
Romans 12:13(LB)
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1. _____________BIBLE STUDY2. _____________FELLOWSHIP3. _____________COMMUNION4. _________PRAYER5. __________SUPPORT6. ________SOCIAL7. ________PRAISE
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. . . praising God and enjoying the favor of all the people . . .
Acts 2:42-47
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1. _____________BIBLE STUDY2. _____________FELLOWSHIP3. _____________COMMUNION4. _________PRAYER5. __________SUPPORT6. ________SOCIAL7. ________PRAISE8. ____________OUTREACH
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And the Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved.
Acts 2:42-47
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HOW TO START AND MAINTAIN THESE HABITS
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Step one: ________DESIRE
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You must start with a strong desire. You must be internally motivated. External motivations don't last. If you start only
half-heartedly, you will never make it to the success point.
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Step one: ________DESIREStep two: __________DECISION
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Begin right now! Don't wait. Don't procrastinate. You don't slide into a new habit. "One of these days" never arrives. You must have a starting point. It's easier to break a bad habit today then it will be
tomorrow!
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If you wait for perfect conditions, you will never get anything done.
Ecclesiastes 11:4(LB)
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Step one: ________DESIREStep two: __________DECISIONStep three: _______________DECLARATION
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Announce your intentions publicly. The power of a vow is awesome. It is
particularly powerful if you put your commitment in writing and tell others
about it.
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Make vows to the Lord your God and fulfill them.
Psalms 76:11
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Step one: ________DESIREStep two: __________DECISIONStep three: _______________DECLARATIONStep four: _________________DETERMINATION
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Never allow an exception until the new habit is securely rooted in your life. Each lapse will be fatal. Continuity, at the start, is essential of a habit. Don’t allow yourself
the "just this once."
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The act of yielding weakens the will and reinforces your lack of self-control. It takes
3 weeks to become comfortable with a new habit and it takes another 3 to 4
weeks (doing it daily) for it to become a part of your life.
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It takes ___ to ___repetitions to learn something!
7 21
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Step one: ________DESIREStep two: __________DECISIONStep three: _______________DECLARATIONStep four: _________________DETERMINATIONStep five: ______DO IT
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Whenever you feel the slightest urge or prompting to practice this new habit - DO
IT THEN! Don't wait. Seize every opportunity to reinforce your habit. Those feelings will not last, so whenever you feel
inclined to perform the habit, do so!
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Step one: ________DESIREStep two: __________DECISIONStep three: _______________DECLARATIONStep four: _________________DETERMINATIONStep five: ______DO ITStep six: ____________DOUBLE UP
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Get a partner who will support you and encourage you. Find someone who is
willing to hold you accountable and check up on you, especially in the early days,
before the habit is firmly rooted in your life.
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Let us consider and give attentive, continuous care to watching over each other, studying how we may stir up and stimulate each other to . . . helpful deeds and noble activities.
Hebrews 1:25(AMP)
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Two are better off than one, because together they can work more effectively. If one of them falls down, the other can help him up.
Ecclesiastes 4:9-10
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Step one: ________DESIREStep two: __________DECISIONStep three: _______________DECLARATIONStep four: _________________DETERMINATIONStep five: ______DO ITStep six: ____________DOUBLE UPStep seven: _________________DEPEND ON GOD
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Rely on God's power to help you establish the habit. Remember, Satan does not
want you to develop habits that help you grow spiritually and make you like Christ.
Therefore, Satan will do all he can to tempt you, cause you to slip, or
discourage you. Pray!
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For the Spirit of God has given us…power, love, and self-control.
2 Timothy 1:7
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For it is God who is at work within you, giving you the will and the power to achieve His purpose.
Philippians 2:13(PH)
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