Reading

Read Know the Truth: Chapter 27: The Last Things: The Kingdom of God (Pages 339-341)

Questions for Discussion

1. What do you understand by ‘the kingdom of God’? How does it relate to the OT? What are the main points in Jesus’ teaching about it?

2. ‘The kingdom of God is inaugurated, but not yet realized.’ Discuss.

3. How is the kingdom of God connected with (a) eternal life, (b) salvation, (c) union with Christ, (d) the new birth, (e) the final glory of the church?

4. How does the Bible’s teaching on the kingdom affect the Christian’s response to human society and its needs?

Milne, Bruce (2012-11-28). Know the Truth: A Handbook of Christian Belief (p. 342). InterVarsity Press. Kindle Edition.

Scripture Reading, Scripture Memory and Catechism

Please visit emmauscf.org/passages to view a suggested Bible reading plan, suggested scripture memory verse, and Emmaus’ catechism. Once there, please select the appropriate week of the year.

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Lesson 34 PDF

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Reading

Briefly review the content of Part 6 (Pages 283-355)

Read Know the Truth: Application (Pages 335-337)

Questions for Discussion

1. What in Part 6 has been most impactful to you?

2. Discuss the points of application made by Milne on Pages 335-337. Which one applies to you the most?

3. Can you think of any other applications that can be drawn from Part 6?

4. What questions do you have about the teaching you have encountered in this section?

Scripture Reading, Scripture Memory and Catechism

Please visit emmauscf.org/passages to view a suggested Bible reading plan, suggested scripture memory verse, and Emmaus’ catechism. Once there, please select the appropriate week of the year.

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Lesson 33 PDF

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Reading

Read Know the Truth: Chapter 26: The Church: The Church in History (Pages 324-334)

Questions for Discussion

1. State and assess the biblical support for the Episcopalian, Presbyterian and Congregational forms of church organization. ‘As far as church government is concerned the NT gives principles rather than a detailed pattern.’ Discuss.

2. What are the benefits to be derived from the study of the history of the church over the centuries?

3. Identify signs of hope in the present development of (a) your local church or Christian group, (b) the national Christian scene, (c) the progress of Christianity worldwide.

4. What is the destiny of the church? What values derive from contemplating that prospect?

Milne, Bruce (2012-11-28). Know the Truth: A Handbook of Christian Belief (pp. 334-335). InterVarsity Press. Kindle Edition.

Scripture Reading, Scripture Memory and Catechism

Please visit emmauscf.org/passages to view a suggested Bible reading plan, suggested scripture memory verse, and Emmaus’ catechism. Once there, please select the appropriate week of the year.

Other Resources 

Lesson 32 PDF

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Reading

Read Know the Truth: Chapter 25: The Church: The Life of the Church (Pages 307-322)

Questions for Discussion

1. What do you understand by ‘the means of grace’? Show from Scripture the role they play in the growth of the people of God.

2. ‘The church cannot rise higher than its expository preaching.’ Discuss.

3. Examine the benefits and the problems associated with (a) personal Bible study, (b) group Bible study.

4. What is a ‘sacrament’? Clarify the biblical basis for the view that there are two, and only two, sacraments.

5. What place should be found at the Lord’s Supper for (a) the Word of God, (b) the fellowship of the whole congregation, (c) the recollection of Christ’s suffering at Calvary, (d) the assurance of forgiveness to the penitent believer, (e) the expectation of the return of Christ in glory?

6. What can be learned about baptism from (a) the OT, (b) Jesus?

7. What are the main biblical arguments used in support of the baptism of infants? Do you find them persuasive? Explore the possibilities of genuine fellowship and cooperation among those who differ on this issue.

8. In what ways are (a) fellowship, (b) suffering, ‘means of grace’? Illustrate their value from (a) biblical teaching and biography, (b) your own experience, (c) the experience of other Christians known to you.

Milne, Bruce (2012-11-28). Know the Truth: A Handbook of Christian Belief (p. 323). InterVarsity Press. Kindle Edition.

Scripture Reading, Scripture Memory and Catechism

Please visit emmauscf.org/passages to view a suggested Bible reading plan, suggested scripture memory verse, and Emmaus’ catechism. Once there, please select the appropriate week of the year.

Other Resources 

Lesson 31 PDF

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Complete Lesson 13: God’s Will and Guidance

Scripture Memory: “Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the will of the Lord is.” (Ephesians 5:17, ESV)

Make a list of questions based upon this lesson to ask at your next meeting.

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Complete Lesson 12: Obedience

Scripture Memory: “And by this we know that we have come to know him, if we keep his commandments. Whoever says “I know him” but does not keep his commandments is a liar, and the truth is not in him…” (1 John 2:3–4, ESV)

Make a list of questions based upon this lesson to ask at your next meeting.

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Complete Lesson 11: Evangelism and the Believer

Scripture Memory: “…but in your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you; yet do it with gentleness and respect,” (1 Peter 3:15, ESV)

Make a list of questions based upon this lesson to ask at your next meeting.

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Complete Lesson 10: Spiritual Gifts

Scripture Memory: “To each is given the manifestation of the Spirit for the common good.” (1 Corinthians 12:7, ESV)

Make a list of questions based upon this lesson to ask at your next meeting.

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