Lesson 37: The Last Things: The Final State (Part 2) & The Last Things in Christian Thought

Reading

Read Know the Truth: Chapter 29: The Last Things: The Final State (Pages 364-370) & Chapter 30: The Last Things in Christian Thought (Pages 371-373)

Questions for Discussion

1. What does Scripture teach about hell? Is it compatible with God’s eternal love?

2. Does the Bible support universalism or conditional immortality/annihilationism?

3. What does the Bible teach about rewards in heaven?

4. What are the principal features of the life to come? What differences should belief in it make to (a) daily discipleship, (b) family relationships, (c) church relationships, (d) evangelism, (e) attitudes to society?

Milne, Bruce (2012-11-28). Know the Truth: A Handbook of Christian Belief (p. 370). InterVarsity Press. Kindle Edition.

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Lesson 36: The Last Things: The Final State (Part 1)

Reading

Notice: This chapter will be covered in two parts. Do not read the entire chapter this week

Read Know the Truth: Chapter 29: The Last Things: The Final State (Pages 357-364)

Questions for Discussion

1. Why is the resurrection of the body to be preferred to the immortality of the soul to describe the Christian’s future hope?

2. What is the basis of the Christian’s hope in the face of death? What would you say to someone recently bereaved of someone he or she loved dearly?

3. What does the Bible teach about the ‘intermediate state’? Why are the theories of (a) purgatory, (b) ‘a second chance’ to be rejected?

4. How can the importance of ‘works’ in the final judgment be reconciled with the Bible’s teaching on salvation through faith alone?

5. What does Scripture teach about hell? Is it compatible with God’s eternal love?

6. Does the Bible support universalism or conditional immortality/annihilationism?

7. What does the Bible teach about rewards in heaven?

8. What are the principal features of the life to come? What differences should belief in it make to (a) daily discipleship, (b) family relationships, (c) church relationships, (d) evangelism, (e) attitudes to society?

Milne, Bruce (2012-11-28). Know the Truth: A Handbook of Christian Belief (p. 370). InterVarsity Press. Kindle Edition.

Scripture Reading, Scripture Memory and Catechism

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Lesson 35: The Last Things: The Second Advent of Christ

Reading

Read Know the Truth: Chapter 28: The Last Things: The Second Advent of Christ (Pages 342-356)

Questions for Discussion

1. List the major passages in both OT and NT which refer to the return of Christ. Why is it mistaken to expect a detailed description of it? What will be its main general features?

2. How would you answer claims that biblical references to Christ’s return concern (a) his first coming only, (b) his coming spiritually to people now through the preaching of the gospel?

3. What does Scripture teach about the time of Christ’s return? What does this imply for our lives now?

4. What does the Bible teach about the role of (a) the antichrist, (b) Israel, in relation to the end?

5. What is the ‘two covenant’ view, and what are its problems?

6. Which view of the millennium do you find most consistent with biblical teaching? What are its implications for (a) the life of the church, (b) your personal discipleship, (c) evangelism, (d) Christian concern for social issues?

Milne, Bruce (2012-11-28). Know the Truth: A Handbook of Christian Belief (pp. 356-357). InterVarsity Press. Kindle Edition.

Scripture Reading, Scripture Memory and Catechism

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Lesson 34: The Last Things: The Kingdom of God

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

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Lesson 33: Review & Application from Part 6

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

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Lesson 32: The Church: The Church in History

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

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Lesson 31: The Church: The Life of the Church

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.

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GCG Questions for Sermon on 12/14/2014

Text: John 3:22-30

Notes: emmauscf.org/sermons

1. Compare and contrast godly ambition with worldly ambition. What does each look like and how does one distinguish the difference between the two? Give examples.

2. Are you daily driven by a holy ambition being concerned about the wellbeing of others? Share.

3. Are you currently being entangled with worldly things or do you feel rather victorious in the power of Christ? Share. Support and encourage each other.

Family Application: What is your family doing to celebrate the advent season? Share with your group.

Evangelism Application: Who can you share the gospel with during this holiday season? Share and hold accountable.

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