Lesson 1: Salvation

Biblical Foundation Reference Purpose

John 3:16-21 One day we were having dinner with a group of friends in a restaurant and the
people at the table next to ours began to recount an experience that they had
while crossing the mighty Magdalena River on a small boat. They talked about
Corresponding Biblical Foundation how the experience quickly turned deadly as the boat they were on capsized,
throwing them into the waters leaving them floating about helplessly. At this
point, they had almost no hope of being rescued, however one of them, out of
desperation began to scream out for help with all of his might. Miraculously,
God sent someone who helped them to be saved. Thanks to the wisdom of this
Ephesians 2:8-9 man the travelers were rescued and were able to receive any necessary medical
treatment.
Acts 8:20
This experience illustrates the need mankind has to be rescued from the
Genesis 6:5-8 enslavement of sin. This condition leads him to a spiritual death and it does not
allow him to enjoy the riches that God has destined for him.
Romans 3:20,24,28
When God saw that man was lost, He decided to establish a plan to free him
Romans 10:4
from the oppression of sin. The sacrifice of His own son, Jesus Christ, became
Psalm 85:10-11 necessary for this to be fulfilled.

Romans 5:8 In this lesson you will see a clear picture of salvation, the reasons why to take
hold of it and the role that the Son of God played in it. May all of this become a
Romans 10:9-10 reality in your life as well as your family's.
Romans 4:4-5
Philippians 4:13
Romans 7:14
Colossians 2:14
Galatians 6:14
1 Corinthians 1:3

Key Text
John 3:16,17
"For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever
believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. For God did not send his
Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him."
Development of the Subject "But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still
sinners, Christ died for us" (Romans 5: 8).
I. Abundant Grace
Indeed God had to punish the sinner but in His mercy, He chose to chastise
We cannot negotiate our salvation, We cannot buy it or sell it (Ephesians 2:8-9). His own Son instead, in order to save all lost humanity.
When Simon the magician offered Peter money to receive the anointing that the
apostle had, Peter's answer was, “May your money perish with you, because you Paul said: "For we maintain that a man is justified by faith apart from
thought you could buy the gift of God with money” (Acts 8:20). observing the law" (Romans 3:28).
A. What is Grace "Now when a man works, his wages are not credited to him as a gift but as
an obligation. However, to the man who does not work but trusts God who
Grace God's mercy given to those who don't deserve it. It is the most justifies the wicked, his faith is credited as righteousness" (Romans 4:4-5).
amazing God-given gift to everyone who desires to receive it and it's
priceless. Some people think that in order to yield their lives to the Lord they must
first become better than what they already are, so they continue on their
B. Description of Grace futile way, preparing, trying to convince themselves that, "tomorrow I will
Grace comes from the Greek term CARTS, which means beauty or change." What is interesting about faith is that the Lord does not demand
attractiveness. Grace originates within God, He does not see us in our anything from us but our belief! Faith allows us to be able to declare that
miserable condition. He always looks upon us favorably, This produces the "All the chastisement that I, a sinner, deserved, fell on that man Jesus, who
miracle of transformation. A good example for this is the time when God had committed no sin. And all the good that Jesus should have received
decided to destroy the earth with a great flood because of man's wickedness came to me instead; just because I believed in Him, God looks at me through
and corrupt ways, The only thing that preserved mankind's existence was His Son, Jesus and I communicate with God through Jesus Christ as well."
that "... Noah found favor in the eyes of the Lord" (Genesis 6: 5-8). By this grace we give Jesus all our weaknesses while we accept all His
In his letter to the Romans, Paul said: "Therefore no one will be declared strength for ourselves:
righteous in his sight by observing the law; rather, through the law we  We surrender our sins and accept His salvation.
become conscious of sin” (Romans 3:20). To that Paul adds "... and are
justified freely by his grace through the redemption that came by Christ  We surrender our sicknesses and accept His healing.
Jesus" (Romans 3:24).
 We surrender our needs and accept His provision.
Paul also reaffirmed to the Romans: "Christ is the end of the law so that
there may be righteousness for everyone who believes" (Romans 10:4). This  We surrender our anguish and accept His peace.
means that He grants to those who believe in Him what we sometimes want
 We surrender our will and accept the guidance of the Holy Spirit.
to achieve in our own strength.
C. Justification by Grace  We surrender our human knowledge and accept His wisdom.

The law made up part of the Word of God. It exposed divine righteousness By grace we have absolute trust in the Lord Jesus Christ so we can say as
in the people of Israel. But with Christ's death on the cross, the law died and Paul did: "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me"
grace was reborn. The psalmist said: "Love and faithfulness meet together; (Philippians 4:13).
righteousness and peace kiss each other, Faithfulness springs forth from the D. Grace and Sin
earth and righteousness looks down from heaven" (Psalm 85:10-11).
Paul said: "We know that the law is spiritual; but I am unspiritual, sold as a
God's severe righteousness is exact, fair and objective therefore it does not slave to sin" (Romans 7:14). Our problem is not that the law is spiritual. Our
allow anything that is not perfect. When Jesus was on the cross, the problem is that we have a carnal nature and we are slaves to sin.
proclamation that, "the sinner will die" met with the divine mercy that said:
 In Rome, slaves were put up on a platform and placed against a post that had  Redemption
a spear nailed to it. This spear protruded over their heads as an indicator that
that particular slave was for sale. Whoever bought the slave had total rights (Elaborate simply on each one).
over him and the slave had no say at all; he could not chose who would buy
him and become ruler and master over him.
"It is because of him that you are in Christ Jesus, who has become for us wisdom
The same thing happened to us because of sin. We were displayed in Satan's from God - that is, our righteousness, holiness and redemption” ( 1Corinthians 1:30).
market and the spear over our head was the adversary's accusing finger. It
was necessary for us to be bought by someone. That is why Jesus purchased In order to receive regeneration we need:
us with His blood when He died on the cross.
 The permanent living Word of God (1 Peter 1:23)
The apostle Paul said: "having canceled the written decree, with its
regulations, that was against us and that stood opposed to us; he took it  The work of the Holy Spirit (John 3:5-8)
away, nailing it to the cross" (Colossians 2:14). What is the written code or  Faith in Jesus (Acts 3:16)
decree ? It is an accumulation of all the accusations that the adversary has
recounted of the times that we walked in his territory. He uses it against us Conclusion
to capture us using a word said, a thought we had, or a negative situation
that we experienced in the past; if we allow sin in our lives Satan has that His saving grace is so precious that God, with all His power, could not find any other
legal right. If we do not destroy every one of the arguments we have raised, way to redeem us but through the blessed blood of his own Son. Through Jesus
taking them to the cross of Calvary, Satan will continue to have that legal everything that man lost in Paradise was restored back to him through faith.
right because of sin (Revelations 12:10). However, no man will be able to enjoy life and spiritual riches without first admitting
his condition as a sinner, accepting Christ's sacrifice on the cross, and believing in
The cross is so powerful that the apostle Paul said: "May I never boast Him.
except in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, through which the world has
been crucified to me, and I to the world" (Galatians 6:14).
What is Salvation? Application

Salvation is equivalent to rescue. Examine your life thoroughly to see if there are any sinful ways that remain
unconfessed to God. If there are any, renounce them and put forth every effort to live
As we use the term salvation, we are saying that a ransom will be exchanged, in free from sin and embrace a life of salvation that has been planned just for you.
order to set a person free from enslavement imposed on them by someone or
something; it may even be because of a system or an oppressive situation. In this Evaluation
sense, salvation can be defined as redemption, which clearly implies that a price You can develop a questionnaire that will evaluate the student's personal experiences
is to be paid for freedom to become a reality and for enslavement to disappear as it relates to the indicators in this lesson.
altogether.
Recommendations
Summary
1. Biblical
Salvation is the process by which man is ransomed from the enslavement of sin
through the atoning work of Jesus Christ on the cross of Calvary. Study in depth this subject in the Bible.

There are four parts to God's plan for salvation: 2. Methodological

 Justification Use interaction as you teach this lesson.

 Regeneration 3. Bibliographical

 Sanctification As Firm As The Rock, series by Pastor Cesar Castellanos

 5. Do not love the world, __________________________________________. If
anyone loves the world,
Student’s Assignment _________________________________________________________________
Make a list of people who are close to you, such as relatives or acquaintances that ______________________________. For everything in the world-the cravings
have not yet opened their hearts to Jesus. Pray for them and ask the Lord for an of sinful man, the lust of his eyes and the boasting of what he has and does,
opportunity where by you can share the plan of salvation with them, so that they can _____________________________, ____________________________. The
also share in God's Grace. world and its desires pass away, but the man who does the will of God
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Questions for Further Study _________________________________________________________________
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1. The need for man's salvation arose with the first couple, Adam and Eve,
_______________ against God. 6. 1 Thessalonians 5:23 implies that holiness is produced in us by the work of
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God's requirement for salvation is revealed in Genesis 2:16b, 17. According to
this text they could ______________________________, but they should not 7. Being completely holy consists of __________________________, and
______________________________; disobedience would cause the ___________________________ (1 Thessalonians 5: 23).
_______________ of man.
8. One of the effects of salvation is regeneration. Based on John 3: 3-5, explain in
2. The role of Jesus as Savior is called atoning work. Look up the meaning of the your own words how regeneration takes place
term atonement and write out its definition in the space provided. ________________________________________________________
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_________________________________________________________________ 9. Why is it said that Jesus was made a curse for us? Give a clear answer based on
_________________________________________________________________ Galatians 3: 13?
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3. According to Hebrews 9:12, the atoning work of Jesus was fulfilled through the _________________________________________________________________
Justification means to declare someone as righteous. According to Romans 3:24 _________________________________________________________________
we are justified by _______________ and according to Titus 3:7 we are justified _________________________________________________________________
by grace in order to become ___
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_____________________ 10. Specify the three areas that redemption is comprised of according to the
following bible references:
4. We can maintain our salvation as long as we continue in holiness. That is,
separated to God and from the world. Fill in the next text in relation to this: 1 Romans 6:20-22 _______________________________
John 2:15-17 Isaiah 53:6 _______________________________
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_________________________________________________________________ Isaiah 53:4,5 _______________________________
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_________________________________________________________________ Corinthians 8:9 _______________________________
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Lesson 2: The New Birth 2. The student must be able to explain what the New Birth is.
3. The student must be able to explain how someone can be born again.

Teaching Objective
The student must understand and experience the New Birth Biblical Foundational Reference
John 3:1-6

Student Objective
1. The student must be able to define the Old and New Nature Corresponding Biblical Foundation

John 10:10b John 1:12,13

Ephesians 4:17-24 2 Corinthians 1:22
James 1:18 Ephesians 1:13
John 6:63 Isaiah 1:6
John 15:3 2 Corinthians 5:17
From that moment on, my brother became a source of inspiration for many who did
not believe that God could change a person's life.
Key Text
When man lives according to his misdeeds and sins, his actions are prompted by his
John 3:3 old nature; his understanding is darkened and his heart is hardened so that he
In reply Jesus declared, "I tell you the truth, no one can see the kingdom of God develops a behavior which opposes God's will.
unless he is born again". When an individual realizes that he is a sinner, it is his heart's desire to be set free for
Purpose this enslavement. He wants to experience a new life. He has recognized his need to
go through the process of the New Birth, as described for us in the Bible.
My mother used to have constant problems with one of my brothers who was
rebellious and had absolutely no interest in changing his ways; any effort that was Development Of The Subject
made toward positive change yielded, to contrary results more rebellion. One day I. What is the New Birth
however, he showed up at church and when I looked at him I noticed a different look
in his eyes; his countenance was different. He approached me and said, "I am a It is an experience that one has when he accepts Christ in his heart as the only
Christian now, Jesus lives in me. You know that I have been rebellious and violent sufficient Savior. When a person has separated himself from God because of sin,
but Jesus has changed me; some days ago I prayed to Him and said, Jesus I am not even though he remains in touch with the external world and is aware of his
going to do anything to change. If you want to save me, do it by yourself, I'm not state, his spiritual nature remains dead. When one open his heart to Jesus his
going to help you in any way.' And before I finished praying, I felt as if a very spiritual life begins to flow with life because Jesus said: "I have come that you
powerful light consumed me, leaving me face down, flat on the floor. I was almost may have life and have it more abundantly" (John 10:10b).
unconscious! Then I turned and saw myself; my old self peel away from me as if it
was some despicable costume that I had been wearing. It was my old nature leaving The New Birth is a spiritual regeneration that guarantees that man will be
from me. The voice of the Lord then spoke to me and said, 'now I am going to walk admitted in God's kingdom. In other words, nobody can call himself a Christian,
with you, but you have to do whatever I command you to do." let alone enter into God's kingdom, through works of his own flesh (personal
efforts) if he has not been born again from above.
II. What does the New Birth consist of?
 Jesus told Nicodemus: "I tell you the truth, no one can see the kingdom of God A. Old Man
unless he is born again" (John 3:3).
New Birth has to do with leaving the old man totally behind in order to
When Jesus died on the cross of Calvary, he offered himself as a sacrifice for the enjoy a new nature. "From the sole of your foot to the top of your head there
restoration and redemption of all mankind. This opened a door for him to live is no soundness - only wounds and welts and open sores, not cleansed or
and experience a new life set apart from the world's contaminations such as bandaged or soothed with oil" (Isaiah 1:6).
curses, spiritual, physical and material poverty and all the burdens that are
oppressive to man. This is the description of our old condition or old nature, which also implies
acting according to the desires of the flesh (Galatians 5:19-21).
Jesus made sure that Nicodemus clearly understood that every human being,
regardless of his social, economic or cultural condition, must allow the Lord to B. New Nature
transform his old nature into a new one designed according to God's purpose. When you leave the old man behind, all the sinful burdens that came along
E. The Role of the Word in the New Birth with it and then you receive Jesus as Lord and Savior, He puts a new
garment on you and fills you with His presence, giving you a new nature
"He chose to give us birth through the word of truth, that we might be a kind according to His character and purpose, "Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he
of first fruits of all he created" (James 1:18). When a person receives the is a new creation; the old has gone, the new has come!" (2 Corinthians
Word of God, breath of life from the Holy Spirit is received as well. The 5:171.
Lord Jesus said: "The Spirit gives life; the flesh counts for nothing. The
words I have spoken to you are spirit and they are life" (John 6:63). Conclusion

The Word of God that washes the inner part of each person bestowing upon The Christian life is the best life on earth to live! Through it, you can experience
him, new life (Ephesians 5:26; John 15:31. genuine happiness if you fulfill just one requirement: Do not step onto the enemy's
grounds. Yes, God gives us everything we need but He demands that we surrender
F. The Role Of The Holy Spirit In The New everything that we are to Him.
Together with the Word, the Holy Spirit intervenes specifically in the If someone desires to be known as a Christian and to enter into God's kingdom to
process of the New Birth. enjoy the heritage of eternal life, he must experience the New Birth that consists of
giving up being led by the desires of the flesh and living according to the leading of
“Yet to all who received him, to those who believed in his name, he gave the the Holy Spirit through faith in God's Word.
right to become children of God - children born not of natural descent, nor
of human decision or a husband's will, but born of God" (John 1:12,13). Application
When we are born again the Holy Spirit plants the life of Christ in us. He In your New Birth experience, never forget the words that Jesus spoke to Nicodemus
will also be in charge of sealing it so that it will not be revoked, and always count on the Holy Spirit to help inspire you in your new life.
guaranteeing for us eternal life. (2 Corinthians 1:22; Ephesians 1:13)
Share with someone about what is to be born again. Talk about how you lived under
III. Old Man And The New Nature influence of your old self. Give examples of how you now have the fruit of the Spirit.
Think of a man with a worn out vehicle for a moment. He wants to purchase a Time of Ministry
new one but doesn't have the money to do so. Let's say that he happens to run
across a car salesman who has been looking for him and says, "Sir, I have the Minister to the students, encourage them to examine their lives and see if they still
solution for you. Just give me your old car and I will give you this new Mercedes act, or react according to the old nature, and lead them to renounce in prayer to all of
Benz free of charge." the sins listed in Ephesians 4:25-32.

Of course anyone would say, "This is the best business deal in the world!" A deal Evaluation
like that is quite beneficial, not to mention profitable. However, God made a At the end of the class, have a time of questions and answers. Determine the students’
better deal by casting away all our ills bringing us complete restoration and comprehension of the lessons.
goodness in his Son Jesus Christ.
Recommendations _______________________________________________________________D
escribe the new man, Ephesians 4:24.
1. Biblical
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In order to be sure that the points brought out in this lesson are accomplished, it _________________________________________________________________
is important to accurately interpret and explain the biblical passages covered _________________________________________________________________
because this lesson contains very significant theological concepts. _______________________________________________________________M
2. Methodological ake a list of the works of the flesh, Galatians 5:19-21.

A role-play depicting segments taught this far would be a good way to measure _________________________________________________________________
the student's comprehension of the lessons. _________________________________________________________________
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3. Bibliographical _________________________________________________________________
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As Firm As The Rock, Series by Pastor Cesar Castellanos D. (CCD)
___________________Specify the fruit of the Spirit, Galatians 5:22.
Students’ Assignment
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Make a list specifying areas in your life that are still part of the old nature and _________________________________________________________________
confront them with the Word. What does God say about them ? _________________________________________________________________
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Questionnaire for Further Study _________________________________________________________________
1. According to Ephesians 4:17-19 write down six characteristics of the old self. ___________________

They walk in the _______________________________. They have a 3. How should we present our bodies? Romans 12:1.
____________________________________. Separated from _________________________________________________________________
_______________________________ because of _________________________________________________________________
_______________________________ Being ignorant due to _________________________________________________________________
_______________________________. Having lost all sensitivity, they have _________________________________________________________________
given themselves to _________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________ ___________________What do we prove by renewing our mind? Romans 12:2.
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So as to indulge in _________________________________________________________________
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Remember that the old man (old nature) implies walking according to the desires ow many righteous ones, who understand and seek God, are there? Romans 3:10.
of the flesh, and that the new nature emerges when man opens his heart to Jesus _________________________________________________________________
allowing him to dwell in his inner being. Here begins a spiritual revival that _________________________________________________________________
transforms the human being's behavior. _________________________________________________________________
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2. Why do we have to put off our old man? Ephesians 4:22. hat is the worth of the ones who turn away? Romans 3:12.
_________________________________________________________________ "X" marks the correct answer.
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_________________________________________________________________ According to Romans 3:12-13 the throats of the evil ones are compared to:
a. A merchant's ship from afar
 b. A lighted torch
c. Open graves
4. What is found under deceitful lips?
a. Flattering words
b. Some wickedness
c. Poisonous vipers
5. What are the evil ones mouth full of? Romans 3:14.
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Lesson 3: The True Repentance
Biblical Foundational Reference Corresponding Biblical Reference
Luke 15:11-32
Romans 5:12 Matthew 27:3-5
Romans 1:21-25 Psalms 32:5
Romans 3:16-18 1 John 1:9
Genesis 3:10 Galatians 3:13
Psalm 51 Colossians 2:14-15
 Wishing time to go backwards not to fail again.
Key Text  Begging for a second chance.
Luke 15:17-20 God is merciful. Through His son, Jesus Christ, He comes to those who have
experienced similar situations like that of Antonio's. He is ready to aid all those who
"...How many of my father's hired men have food to spare, and here I am starving to
are truly willing to admit their sins and to free us out of such enslavement. God offers
death! I will set out and go back to my father and say to him: Father, I have sinned
reconciliation to the same degree that you are repentant before Him.
against heaven and against you. I am no longer worthy to be called your son; make
me like one of your hired men. So he got up and went to his father..." Development of the Subject
Purpose I. What is Repentance
A 46 year old man named Antonio desperately wanted to make an appointment with It is not a feeling but a decision of your will, followed by ordained action. In the
me. I agreed and we met in my office. In that moment as he entered my office, he original Greek, repentance is a change of mind. We must change our thoughts,
began to cry uncontrollably, pouring out his heart. He lamented, "I feel guilty because attitudes and feelings. Repentance is feeling a deep sorrow for having offended
of the deaths of my two daughters. They were 3 and 5 years old. I know I have failed God and seeing sin as God does.
God by allowing improper relationships into my life and now I feel that I am the most
miserable person on earth" He continued to tell me about his story. He was shopping Until the Holy Spirit, who works in us, to show us the magnitude of how sinful
in a store in a town near Bogotá, and for a moment he took his eyes off of his and wicked we really are, it is impossible to practice true repentance.
daughters. Through his own carelessness, he did not notice that they had gone out of Repentance then, must be understood as the process in which an individual has
the store and into the traffic riddled street where they were both struck down by a car committed a wrongful act; and then humbles his heart completely admitting that
with failed brakes. The two girls died instantly. "This has been the most devastating he has failed the Almighty. Repentance implies, not only admitting the mistake,
trauma of my life," Antonio cried, "I wish with all my heart that I could go back in but making the firm decision to not do it again.
time to have my daughters again to take better care of them. Ever since this
happened, I have been grieving and crying. It is my own fault that I no longer have When you are repentant, you are not prompted by your feelings alone. > From
my girls here with me." the depths of your soul you have decided that you could not withstand the pain of
causing the Holy Spirit grief anymore so you agree to lay aside all that would
This was a very traumatic situation. Through it I could see a very clear picture of grieve Him. Your life now has a totally new meaning.
repentance reflected in this man's life.
In the Hebrew language, the word used to express repentance is "metamelomai,"
 Admitting the fault. implying a feeling of wanting to change a behavior. In the Greek the word is
 Being deeply sorrowed due to having failed. "epistrophe" which means to turn to, or making a "U" turn. Repentance is turning
 your back on sin and turning your face to God. It is a change of the mindset. 3. He ran to meet him ("... he ran to his son, threw his arms around
(Romans 12:2). him and kissed him.").
4. He has a garment of righteousness prepared ("But the father said to
his servants, 'Quick! Bring the best robe and put it on him'.").
II. Repentance from the prodigal son’s perspective
5. He restores the son's authority ("... Put a ring on his finger.").
The story of the Prodigal Son in Luke 15: 11-32 is one of the most perfect and
impressive pictures of repentance. The story is about a wealthy father who had 6. He entrusts the son with the biggest ministry - preaching the gospel
two sons. One day the younger son asked the father for his share of the estate to ("...and sandals on his feet.").
do as he pleased with it. The father agreed to give it to him. The son went about
his way spending it with friends so much so that he ended up in a state of
squander. All he had was wasted away leaving him no choice to work as a Conclusion
laborer feeding pigs.
Everyone who desires to have a relationship with the Father and enjoy His blessings
"In the midst of his unbearable situation, he came to his senses and said, 'How must have experienced genuine repentance and an understanding that there is a
many of my father's hired men have food to spare, and here I am starving to heartfelt sorrow for having offended God, and a real willingness of heart to take on a
death! I will set out and go back to my father and ay to him, `Father, I have new direction on life, changing your mind and behavior.
sinned against heaven and against you. I am no longer worthy to be called your
son; make me like one of your hired men'. So he got up and went to his father"
(Luke 15:17-20).
Application
What this well-known prodigal son did was make an inner vow to change his
Make a list of the sinful actions that you thought you had overcome but are still
outer behavior. It was the act of repentance that drove him to prove himself to
hindrances in your life. Express a deep sorrow for having committed them. Confess
God, to himself and to all those who had been affected by his misbehavior.
them to the Lord and renounce them, breaking every curse, in the name of Jesus
A. The son’s attitude Christ.

Here listed are four points that expressed his true repentance: Explain what true repentance is to someone and help him, through your own
experience, to take the necessary steps for him to enjoy the blessing of God's
1. He stopped along the way to reflect on his present condition. forgiveness.
2. He renewed his mind and decided to ask for a second chance.
3. He decided in his own will to go back to his father. Time of Ministry
4. He made the decision to confess his sins to this father. According to the lesson theory, guide your students to restoration with God if they
B. The father’s Attitude have failed.

The list below typifies the attitude of the good father who has his arms open,
ready to receive us in the heavenly place, once we return to him (Luke Evaluation
15:20-24).
Applying the concepts and ministering to the student, make up a good method of
1. He sees the son from afar ("But while he was still a long way off, evaluation.
his father saw him.").
2. He is moved with compassion ("... and was filled with compassion
for him."). Recommendations
1. Methodological
 A questionnaire may be useful to carry out the development of the subject. _________________________________________________________________
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2. Bibliography _________________________________________________________________
In order to achieve a better development of the subject, it is necessary to read the ___
book Repentance: Entrance Door for the Blessing, from the Series, "As Firm As 5. Acts 2:37-38, which promises did Peter say they would receive if they repented
The Rock" by Pastor Cesar Castellanos. and were baptized?
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Students’ Assignment _________________________________________________________________
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Analyze cases A and B and answer: _________________________________________________________________
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a. How would a non Christian person come to repentance? (Write down a
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specific case)
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b. How would a Christian person in sin come to repentance? (Write down a
6. What should the different groups, coming to be baptized in water, do? Luke
specific case)
3:10-14.
Questionnaire for Further Study
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1. List three things that happen to the person that is in Christ, 2 Corinthians 5:17. _________________________________________________________________
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_________________________________________________________________ 7. Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved, but whoever does not believe
___ will be condemned. (Mark 16:16) Who would be saved?

2. List the three things that every man must do, Isaiah 55:6-8. _________________________________________________________________
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_______________________________________________________________ 8. Who can forgive? Mark 2:7.

3. What is God's commandment to every man? Acts 17:30. _________________________________________________________________

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_______________________________________________________________ 9. What happens if we confess our sins? 1 John 1:9.

4. What did people do after being baptized? Mark 1:4. _________________________________________________________________

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10. Who are the ones that prosper? Proverbs28:13.
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11. In addition to confessing our sins, whose sins must we confess? Leviticus 26:40.
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12. List three things that David did for the Lord to forgive him, Psalm 32:5.
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Lesson 4: The Bible 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Biblical Foundational Reference

Corresponding Biblical Foundation
2 Peter 1:19-20 2 Peter 1:20
Acts 13:16-40 1 Peter 2:2
John 14:9 1 Peter 1:25
John 16:13 Isaiah 55:11
I. What is the Bible?
Key Text The word "Bible" comes from the Greek "Biblos" which means books. It was
considered that these writings, on their own, made up a concrete and defined
2 Timothy 3:16-17 group of works that were superior to any other literary works in existence. The
"All Scripture is God breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and Bible is known as the Sacred Scriptures, containing that which elevates it to the
training in righteousness, so that the man of God may be thoroughly equipped for category of the book of excellence,
every good work". The New Illustrated Biblical Dictionary points out the fact that the Bible is not
Purpose merely a book, but a compound of many books. The use of the term scripture
illustrates an important fact; that although they were written by a diversity of
It is important to recognize that as Christians we have the need to share Christ to writers they present a marvelous unity that reveals a logical order that has not
others and take them to His feet. Many times we do not have the foundation to tear ceased for thousands of years.
down the mental and spiritual arguments that the persons have because we do not
have the basic knowledge of the Word of God. The Bible can be defined as the sacred book that contains the Word of God
written by many different authors under the revelation of the Holy Spirit.
Each one of the truths that are in the scriptures take us to a profound knowledge of
God and it is through this that we can be firm on Christ the rock, II. Importance of the Bible

Like those men who had to pass the same test, one was sustained victoriously by the A. For it contains the word of God and the revelation of Christ.
solid foundation of the sacred scriptures and passed the test. The other one did not B. For it contains the divine laws.
sustain himself because he had no foundation therefore his life ended in failure,
(Matthew 7:24-271. C. For its historical diffusion; compiles 66 books which are the summary of
over 40 writers throughout the ages.
The reason why you need to know the "Word" is to lead a life of success, fullness,
and to fulfill the purpose of God. You will receive peace, trust, wisdom, correction III. Aspects which distinguish the Bible from other books
and victory to confront difficulties and adversities.
The Bible is the registry of the divine revelation for man, that is to say God is the
Today more than ever I invite you to enjoy the promises for you that are contained in main author. Its ultimate purpose is the salvation of man. The Bible contains the
the Word of God, which is the Bible. truth and there are no mistakes in it. The purpose of the Bible is to provide
instruction and to lead man to the knowledge that Jesus is the only way to the
Father, therefore the only way by which we can be saved.
Development Of The Subject These are some features that distinguish the Bible from other books:
Only in the Word of God can the believer find the authority in order to be justified by A. The revelation of God to man
faith.
 Originally this revelation was transmitted orally from generation to through Jesus Christ; His ministry, His sacrifice on the Cross of Calvary and
generation and then in written form in Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek. Little H is resurrection to justify humanity before the Father. Jesus is described
by little it has been brought to a great part of humanity. in the Scriptures as the only way to God. That is why He Himself said:
B. In reference to the salvation of man "Anyone who has seen me has seen the Father" (John 14:9b).
The unity of the Bible, as will be noticed later, consists of the fact that all of
its contents bring forth the following:
IV. Basic Structure of the Bible
1. It introduces the person who brings salvation, that is to say God
through Jesus Christ. A. Historical and biographical books

2. It indicates the way in which salvation can be obtained, which is by These include the books from Genesis to Esther including Leviticus. They
the Grace of God, who demands a public confession of faith in His state historical facts about the way in which God progressively revealed
Son and obedience to His Word. Himself and His truth.

3. It states who receives salvation: those who through faith in Jesus, B. Books of the Law
have become the people of God or the church of Christ (Acts They include Leviticus, parts of Exodus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy. Its
13:16-40). contents exhibit the laws given to the people of Israel in the time they lived
C. In reference to Truth among the pagan nations.

A fundamental aspect of the Bible is that it reveals the truth about life that C. Books of Poetry and Wisdom
man so longs to know. In the Holy Bible God shows that the truth about the From Job to the Songs of Solomon Hebrew poetry is evident in these books.
existence and the destiny of man goes beyond earthly limits. Only He, in His They cover various subjects, especially the book of Proverbs which express
omniscience and sovereignty, can make it known to man. principles for individual and social development.
Taking into account the truth that God makes known through the Scriptures, D. Prophetic Books
all possibility of error are reduced to nothing. The Lord Jesus Christ
Himself, making reference to the truth, that was longed for and needed by These are the books from Isaiah to Malachi. These books written long ago,
humanity, said to His disciples in a closing prayer: tell about future events of history.

"Sanctify them by the truth; your word is truth" (John 17:17). E. The Gospels

Throughout history the Word of God enclosed in the Bible has been proved The first four books of the New Testament. Mathew through John tell about
and has been able to come forward, overcoming every attack, confirming the the life of Jesus, including His birth, ministry, teachings, miracles,
words of John the apostle: sufferings, death, resurrection and ascension.

"I do not write to you because you do not know the truth, but because you do F. Book of Acts
know it and because no lie comes from the truth." (1 John 2:21)
It contains the history of Christianity from the first century and it points out
D. Jesus as the main character how the good news of salvation through Christ was accepted by Jews and
Gentiles.
Throughout the 66 books that make it up, the Bible makes reference to the
instrument used by God to give salvation to man: Jesus Christ. This is G. The Epistles
continually declared and manifested in the Old Testament.
Starting with the book to the Romans, ending in the book of Jude, are the
It is the person of Jesus Christ that allows the cohesion and the unity of the letters addressed specifically to the churches of that era, as well as their
biblical writings. In making reference to the plan of salvation the Holy leaders. They were written to tutor the new churches in the Christian Faith
Scriptures are clear. They indicate that salvation would only be effective and to set divine parameters.
 H. The Book of Revelation 2. Methodological
This book demonstrates the divine plans for the end times in a symbolic It is recommended to have a combination of discussion, and questions and
way. It constitutes a specific message to the churches of the first century and answers, as well as an applied workshop.
to the believers of all ages. It talks basically about future events.
V. Some Characteristics of the Bible
Students’ Assignment
A. Illumination
Learn the order of all the books of the Bible to be better able to handle it.
B. Inspiration
Have the student research the features presentations on point number 5 of this class.
C. Revelation
Questionnaire for Further Study
D. Exactitude
A. Please complete:
E. Unity
1. The Bible is:
F. Interest wide spread throughout history and the World _____________________________________________________________
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G. Actuality, Is for our days
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H. Preservation _____________________________________________________________
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I. Fulfilled prophecies _____________________________________________________________
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Conclusion 2. Why is the Bible a sacred book?

It is very fundamental to understand the importance of this book for your life; don't _____________________________________________________________
stay ignorant of what the Word says about you. The most important thing is that by _____________________________________________________________
reading it you will be strengthened spiritually so you may strengthen others. _____________________________________________________________
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Application _____________________________________________________________
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If you have not read it all, set a goal to read it in an orderly fashion, analyze it and ____________
meditate upon it.
3. What is the importance of the Bible?
Evaluation
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A quiz can be useful to evaluate the proposed indicators. Review the structure of the _____________________________________________________________
Bible with the students. _____________________________________________________________
Recommendations _____________________________________________________________
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1. Bibliographical _____________________________________________________________
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For a better development of the topic it is necessary to consult the book
"Knowing the Truth" by Pastor Cesar Castellanos, "Panorama of the Bible" by 4. Explain which is the central topic of the Bible?
Macquay Eral, _____________________________________________________________
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"Introduction to the Bible" by Demarrar Donald
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5. Which is the basic scripture of the Bible?
Interest
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B. Biblically define the following characteristics of the Bible: Up-to-date
Inspiration _________________________________________________________________
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Revelation _________________________________________________________________
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Preservation _________________________________________________________________
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Fulfilled Prophesies
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Lesson 5: Prayer Mathew 6:5-15

Biblical Foundational Reference

Corresponding Biblical Foundation
Hebrews 10:22 John 4:23
Matthew 23:25,26 Psalm 32 y 51
Isaiah 26:20 Nehemiah 1
James 4:3 John 16:24
2 Chronicles 7:14 Psalm 100:4
Besides showing us how to attain effective praying, the Lord, Jesus Christ, gave us
the Lord's prayer as a model to communicate with God, not as a structure of vain
Key Text repetitions, but as a guide with specific levels that embrace every need of daily
Matthew 6:6 human life.

"But when you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your Father, who I. Level of Redemption - `Our Father'
is unseen. Then your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you". No one can call God "Father" if he has not been redeemed by Jesus' blood. Jesus
Purpose could call God "Father" because he had God's same divine nature. Far us to be
able to do the same, we must be adopted as children of God, which we can
Undoubtedly, prayer is the only means that God has established to change lives, achieve by having faith in Jesus Christ (John 1:12-13).
families, cities, nations and continents. If God's people really knew how to pray, our
governments would be founded on the truth of the gospel of Jesus Christ, committed II. Level of authority - ‘in heaven’
and fighting for people's social welfare. Throughout all history we find that simple Through prayer we recognize that the heavens are God's throne. It is believed
men were able to believe in God and by their prayers their nations were transformed. that the apostle Paul was carried away to the third heaven (God's heaven) and
They reconciled the people with God and brought a spiritual awakening. that is the reason why in Ephesians 1:17-18 The apostle longs for us as believers
The Lord never taught his disciples how to preach, but He did teach them how to to understand the hope we have been called to, the riches in glory of Christ Jesus,
pray. He gathered them and said «This is how you should pray» And He gave them the inheritance we have acquired as saints and His incomparably great power for
simple and precise directions about the way they should develop effective prayer If us who believe. This power raised Christ from the dead and seated him at His
you are a disciple of Christ you must learn how to communicate with God. right hand in the heavenly places (Ephesians 1:19 -23).

An example is the fact that you have a specific key that lets you into the door of your III. Level of worship - ‘Hallowed be your name’
home when you arrive everyday. Well, prayer is the master key that opens the door God's nature is holy, that is, completely separated from wickedness, Everything
and allows you to commune with God and have direct relationship with Him, He created was made with the purpose of worshiping and glorifying Him. That is
The purpose of this lesson is to teach the levels of prayer thoroughly, so that the the reason why Jesus said to the Samaritan woman that the Father seeks
student can communicate with God and have the windows of heaven open so that worshipers who worship in Spirit and in truth (John 4:23-24).
God's abundant blessings can be poured out upon the student's life. IV. Level of government - `Your kingdom come'
Gad has established a government plan. When we understand this, it fulfills
Development Of The Subject God's divine purpose for our lives. We must accept it and spread it throughout
the earth. It begins with a person who grasps it, then gets his family involved (the
The Ten Levels Of Prayer latter involves other families) until it is established in every social arena. Society
 is the one in charge of choosing the representatives who make major decisions on Conclusion
governmental level (Proverbs 29:2). This is the way to have godly people as
authorities. Prayer is the means provided by God for every believer to establish an intimate
relationship with Him. It is through our fervent prayers that we can open the doors of
V. Level of evangelism - 'your will be done on earth as it is in heaven' heaven for the blessings to be abundantly poured out upon our lives. A prayer life
must be disciplined since every Christian depends continually on the Father.
God's will is that none should perish, but that all turn to him in repentance (John
6:39). Our commitment must be to spread the manifestation of God's love Application
through his son Jesus Christ, throughout the world. We do this by sharing the
Good News of salvation with those who are lost. Determine in your heart to make prayer your lifestyle; something inherent to your
personality In order to do that:
VI. Level of provision - 'Give us today our daily bread'
 Choose a specific daily hour.
It is God's plan that his children prosper spiritually, physically and financially.
That is why John the apostle said to Gaius: "Dear friend, I pray that you may  Select a specific place.
enjoy good health and that all may go well with you, even as your soul is getting  Use the Bible as your support.
along well" (3 John 2).
 Journalize the things the Lord has revealed to you according to your
VII.Level of forgiveness - 'Forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our
petitions
debtors'
Time Of Ministry
When we pray without having experienced God's forgiveness in our lives, and
without having granted forgiveness to those who have offended us, our prayer Pray for your students that through these levels of prayer they may experience not
has no power, because the lack of forgiveness becomes a barrier between God only God's presence, but also the answers to their prayers.
and us (Matthew 5:23-24).
Evaluations
VIII. Level of protection - `And lead us not into temptation'
A self-evaluation questionnaire may be a good way to evaluate the established
Man is in constant danger day after day. Temptation is always near trying to Student Objectives.
capture him. His only escape is a strict (disciplined) life of prayer where he is
seeking God's protection to keep him far away from danger (Proverbs 22:3; 1 Reccommendations
Corinthians 6:18). 1. Methodological
IX. Level of deliverance - 'But deliver us from the evil one' An excellent method to carry out the development of the subject is through
There are two forces that operate in the spirit realm: good and evil. A person that illustration; teach using graphics or a multimedia presentation for each one of the
experienced the new birth has passed from darkness to light, but must constantly levels of prayer.
ask God, in prayer, to deliver him from sicknesses, accidents, plagues, poverty, 2. Students’ Assignment
etc. God has promised to shower us with blessings depending on our attitude
towards His Word (Deuteronomy 28; Psalm 144:2). Use the model prayer both individually and with your family, keeping in mind
each of its levels. Attend at least one intercession service a week.
X. Level of safety - "For yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory
forever" Questionnaire for Further Study
The most stable and lasting safety that God has given us is Jesus Christ, 1. Write down four ways in which we can draw near God, Hebrews 10:22.
Although Jesus died in weakness, he rose again in power and obtained authority
in the heavens and in the earth therefore all things are submitted under his feet. _________________________________________________________________
He is the one who gives us assurance and trust (John 10:27-28). _________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________2. Complete with the correct
answers, Luke 11:9.
 Ask and - Matthew 21:22
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Seek and - __________________________________________
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Acts 2:42
Knock and _________________________________________________________________
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2. Which are the three requirements we must meet while praying? Matthew 6:5-7. __________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________ James 5:13

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3. In your own words, tell how the Lord's Prayer is significant to you.
6. Complete the sentences from Psalm 34.
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_________________________________________________________________ I will extol the Lord ____________________________ His praise
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4. Fill in the blanks, Philippians 4:6. My soul will boast ____________________________ I sought the Lord
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Do not ____________________________ about
____________________________ but in ____________________________ Those who look to Him ____________________________ This poor man
by____________________________ and ____________________________ called ____________________________
with ____________________________, present your The angel of the Lord ____________________________ Taste and see
____________________________ ____________________________
5. Copy these verses. The lions may grow weak and hungry ____________________________ I will
Jeremiah 33:3 teach you ____________________________
_________________________________________________________________ Keep your tongue ____________________________ Turn from
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The eyes of the Lord are ____________________________ His ears
Psalm 32:5 ____________________________
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_________________________________________________________________ The righteous cry out ____________________________ No one will be
__________________________________________ condemned ____________________________
Psalm 23:1 7. What are the three groups of people we must pray for according to 1 Timothy
_________________________________________________________________ 2:1-4?
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Psalm 88:13 __________________________________________
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_________________________________________________________________ 8. Write down three ways of praying. Ephesians 6:18.
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 a. _____________________________________________________________
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b. _____________________________________________________________
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c. _____________________________________________________________
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9. What do we have to ask God for concerning preaching the gospel? Ephesians
6:19.
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10. What must we do every day? Psalm 37:5
Lesson 6: Baptism Matthew 28:19

Biblical Foundational Reference

Corresponding Bibblical Foundation
Matthew 3:7-8 Acts 8:15
Mark 1:3-5 Acts 19:6 Romans 6:3
Luke 12: 50 Acts 2:37-41 Romans 6:4
Acts 19:6
Key Text
Matthew 28:19 I. Definition
"Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Baptism comes from the original Greek word "baptizo" and the root "bapto"
Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit." means to wet or submerge; this can only be accomplished by submerging the
person totally in water. This act should be performed by a person of spiritual
Development Of The Subject authority, such as the pastor, deacon, or leader who has been granted such
We can say that in the New Testament we find references concerning 4 types of authority (Romans 6:3).
baptism.
 Baptizo is the intensive form of "BAPTIEN" which means to submerge.
1. The Baptism of John the Baptist
 In baptism the idea expressed is the union of someone or something.
It was performed during the time of the preparation of the way for Jesus
 Baptism is part of the Great Commission (Matthew 28:19).
[Matthew 3:7-9 and Mark 1:3-5].
It took place in Jordan where the multitudes headed. It is mentioned over and  We identify ourselves with Christ in His death, His burial and His
over again as Baptism of Repentance. John encouraged the ones being baptized resurrection [Romans 6:41.
to show their repentance and to confess their sins. He also encouraged the people  It is a public confession that states we are dead with Christ to our sins.
to believe in the one who would come after him: Jesus Christ, of whom he gave
testimony. II. Importance of Water Baptism
At the time Jesus was baptized, He was anointed by the Holy Spirit for the The first thing we should understand is that it is a commandment which implies
beginning of His ministry and it was the time when he received witness of how identifying yourself with Christ as Lord, with His death and His resurrection to a
pleased the Father was. new life. Additionally, being baptized makes us disciples of Jesus.
2. The Baptism of Suffering of Jesus "He who says he abides in Him ought himself also to walk just as He walked" (I
John 2:6).
This indicates that God baptized Jesus in the sins and sicknesses of man in order
to make Him upright and righteous (Luke 12:50). At the age of 30 Jesus descended into the waters of Baptism. This was the first
experience of his public ministry. John hesitated to baptize Jesus and said:
3. The Christian's baptism in water
"I have need to be baptized by you, and are you coming to me? But Jesus
Acts 2:38 answered and said to him, "Permit it to be so now, for thus it is fitting for us to
4. The Christian's baptism in the Holy Spirit fulfill all righteousness" (Matthew 3:14-15).

Acts 8:15
 Though Jesus did not need to go through the baptism of repentance of John E. In Acts 2:38 we find this again when Peter finishes his speech to the
because he had not committed sin nor was their deceit in his mouth, he did it to Jews saying:
give us the example of obedience and confirm that this was the requirement
established by God for justification. In 1 Peter 2:24 it says Christ gave us "Repent and be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins
examples in all things in order for us to follow in his steps. and you shall receive the gift of the Holy Spirit." To summarize we can say
that the steps prior to baptism are: Believing the message of the word,
We should be baptized in water because: recognizing Christ's sacrifice on the cross, manifesting it by the confession
of our faith. This makes us realize that it is impossible for infants to be
 We are disciples of Christ. I John 2:6. baptized for they are not in the capacity of understanding the commitment
 Christ gave us the example. Matthew 3:14-15. that they are up to take part in.
IV. Benefits of being baptized
 It is a step of obedience by faith. James 2:17-18.
III. Requirements for being baptized Three significant steps in baptism:
A. The heavens open
By being baptized in water we give public testimony that all of our sins have
been washed by the blood of Christ and have been buried with his death to walk This means that our relationship with God becomes more direct. Baptism
in a new life. To reach this experience that comes after repentance and the gives us the right to have a constant, personal relationship with the Lord.
confession of our faith in Christ, it is necessary to fulfill various requirements. Our prayers get to his divine presence without any obstacles.
A. Believe B. The Holy spirit comes upon your life
Belief comes before baptism; no one can be baptized unless he has believed The Holy Spirit come; to cloth your inner man of Christ. The Scripture say:
before. In Mark 16:16 the Lord Jesus says, "Whoever believes and is "For all of you who were baptized into Christ have clothed yourselves with
baptized will be saved but whoever does not believe will be condemned" Christ"[Galatians 3:27].
(Mark 16:161.
C. The voice of God comes to the heart
B. Recognize the work of the cross
Like with Jesus, every person that experiences the baptism of water has the
The belief of the person to be baptized is linked to the knowledge of the opportunity to hear the Father say: "You are my son, whom I love; with you
sacrifice of Christ on the cross of Calvary as the only way to redemption. I am well pleased, "through these words God wants us to know that when we
Notice the case of the Ethiopian; he manifests his conviction clearly saying: come down to the waters willing to give up our old nature, He is filled with
"I believe Jesus Christ is the Son of God" (Acts 8:371. It is understood that great joy and He starts seeing us as His children. It is interesting to note that
by saying this he did not only believe in Jesus but also in his work of the Jesus received the Fullness of the Holy Spirit in his life after having been
Cross. baptized.
C. Bring fruit worthy of repentance
Simon the magician believed in Philip's message, he repented and was Conclusion
baptized. When the multitudes went to John the Baptist to be baptized he
would say "0 generation of vipers! Who warned you to flee from the wrath We should be baptized for as followers of Christ we walk according to his example.
to come? He was not sprinkled with water but was totally submerged. He ordained it and the
apostles guided by this, taught and did the same (Acts 2:37-41).
D. "Bring fruit worthy of repentance .." (Luke 3:7-81.
John leads us to understand that repentance and baptism go together. It is
necessary to demonstrate the fruit of repentance. But when asked, "What Application
should we do ?" He responds by saying he who has two tunics give one to
whoever doesn't have and he who has food to eat to the same thing.
In our Christian life it is important to fulfill this commandment and it is fundamental _________________________________________________________________
that we understand the importance baptism has. If you have not done so yet, get ___
baptized; and if you have already done so, explain its importance to others.
3. What is the importance of the baptism?
a. _____________________________________________________________
Evaluation _____________________________________________________________
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Ask some students to come to the front and explain the importance, the benefits and _______
the requirements to be baptized.
b. _____________________________________________________________
Recommendations _____________________________________________________________
1. Biblical _____________________________________________________________
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It is necessary to be acquainted with the Scriptures that speak about Baptism in
water. c. _____________________________________________________________
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Read the book "Submerged in His Spirit" by Pastor Cesar Castellanos _____________________________________________________________
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2. Methodological
4. What are the requirements needed to be baptized?
Work in groups and have the student do a deeper research on this subject. All
should participate. _________________________________________________________________
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Students’ Assignment
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Each student should be baptized before level one is complete. _________________________________________________________________
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Questionnaire for Further Study _________________________________________________________________
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5. Explain at least two benefits for being baptized.
1. What does the word baptism mean?
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6. Find three scriptures where baptism is mentioned and its characteristics:
2. Give one reason Jesus was baptized.
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Lesson 7: Faith Hebrews 11:1-4

Biblical Foundational Reference

Corresponding Biblical Foundation
Genesis 15:6 Isaiah 40:31
Psalm 55:22 Luke 5:4,5
Psalm 57:1 Isaiah 1:19,20
Job 13:15 1 Peter 1:7
printed onto our lives. Then He re-stamped us with, "You are a child of God" (John
1:12).
Key Text
This mark or stamp, printed by the very Holy Spirit in our hearts, gives us legal rights
Hebrews 11:1, 6 over the circumstances, since we have become part of God's family.
"Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see.., And This lesson will help you to know the principles of a victorious faith, and you will
without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must find the elements to stir up in your heart.
believe that He exists and that He rewards those who earnestly seek him"
Purpose
Development Of The Subject
"The spiritual environment of this city is quite difficult. People don't want to get
involved in the things of God." Those were the words of one of the pastors who came I. Faith Makes Us Conquerors
to welcome me at the airport of a city in Canada. My response to that comment was,
"The problem is not in the people, but in you." Then I told him of an anecdote Dr. No child of God is a failure because even when we have to face different
Norman Vincent Peale used to tell. Once when he was in China, Dr. Peale visited a adversities, in Christ we are more than conquerors. You decide what kind of faith
tattoo parlor. While he was there the phrase "born-to-lose" caught his attention so he you are going to have. John said, "For everyone born of God overcomes the
asked one of the parlor attendants, "would someone actually have those words world." This is the victory that has overcome the world, even our faith" (1 John
tattooed onto their skin?" The Chinese man told him that some people do indeed. "I 5:41. Who overcomes the world? The one who believes that Jesus is the Son of
can not believe it!" he thought but Dr. Peale's greatest surprise came when the God.
attendant tattoo told him that, before a person gets something like that tattooed onto When the aged Policarpo was carried to the roman circus to be judged because
their body, they have already tattooed it into their mind. of his faith in Jesus Christ, the proconsul told him, "Curse Christ and I will give
Looking straight in the pastor's eyes, I told him, "If you think that it is difficult for you back your freedom!" Policarpo answered, "I have served him for 86 years
people in this city to accept the things of God, that will be the result but, if you and He has never harmed me so how could I curse my King and Savior? Since
believe you will be able to reach them through the gospel, then you will see the fruit you seem to ignore who I am, I will be frank with you, I am a Christian."
of your faith." He was not afraid of the emperor's wrath, or of the crowd who violently cried
I once heard a speaker who said that what we think about during the first five minutes out, "Burn him!, burn him!" He was not afraid of the wild beasts, or the stake, or
after we wake up, determines the course of our day. Psychologists assert that the first death, because for him Christ was the all in all.
five years of the life of the human being extremely influence the direction of his A. By Faith we overcome the world
destiny. Due to the negative experiences many people have lived through, some have
allowed the enemy to tattoo "Born-to-lose" or "You-are-a-failure" in their minds. On The apostle John said: "We know that we are children of God and that the
the cross of Calvary the Lord Jesus Christ erased any stamp that the enemy has whole world is under the control of the evil one." [1 John 5:191 There are
evil powers in the air that try to control and manipulate individuals, families,
 businesses, political arenas and the church world at large etc... That is why it God has endowed us with his own nature, and by faith we call things that are
is necessary to develop an active faith that is able to bring the presence of not as though they were, In the same way Abraham believed that God would
God to our families and to our cities and nations. give him a son, even when circumstances were opposing. Faith has the
ability to see what the physical sight cannot see.
The apostle Paul wrote to the Corinthians: "For though we live in the world,
we do not wage war as the world does. The weapons we fight with are not B. Conceiving faith by the word
the weapons of the world. On the contrary, they have divine power to tear
down strongholds. We demolish arguments and every high thing that sets An angel came to the virgin, Mary, to tell her that she would conceive a
itself up against the knowledge of God and we take captive every thought to child, She believed and did conceive by the Spirit. If a Christian believes
make it obedient to Christ (2 Corinthians God and lets His Word become "rhema" for his life, he will notice that this
Word conceives the miracle in the inner part of his being and then he will
10:3-5). see the results.
B. By Faith we overcome every argument against us C. Faith for healing the soul
The human mind is the enemy's primary target because it is there that faith is "A happy heart makes a cheerful countenance, but heartache crushes the
developed. He will make every effort to enslave the mind so that we do not spirit" (Proverbs 15:13).
take time to consider the ways of God or search out His truths in the
scriptures; but as a child of God, we must exercise our spiritual authority, One area that brings us into the dimension of faith is inner healing or healing
identify this argument and pull down any stronghold the adversary has of the wounded soul. A special dose of faith is required for the soul of a
raised up in our mind. We must cancel every argument that the adversary person to be restored.
has used against us, and do it through the power of the cross of Calvary. Any D. Faith to give an offering
thought that is not of God and any confusion in our minds must be bound
and submitted to Jesus' authority. "By faith Abel offered God a better sacrifice than Cain did. By faith he was
commended as a righteous man, when God spoke well of his offerings. And
Even when the whole world is under the enemy's control, we have God's by faith he still speaks, even though he is dead" (Hebrews 11:4).
help in that we own the weapons necessary to overcome the enemy and his
armies. Paul reminds us that, "greater is He who is in us than the one that is The Lord honored Abel's faith above Cain's because when Cain also
in the world" (1 John 4:4). presented an offering, it was not pleasing to God since with it came
indifference and selfishness. Cain had not accepted God as his creator.
Faith is the power that steers a man through his Christian life, his walk. This Remember, the faith to offer is the same faith that enriches.
faith comes when you have an absolute dependence on the Word of God.
The Bible says: "faith comes by way of hearing the message, and the E. Faith for (physical) healing
message is heard through the word of God" (Romans 10:17). Living the
"Surely he took our infirmities and carried our sorrows, yet we considered
Christian life means that we submit to and obey divine principles. This is
him stricken by God, smitten by him, and afflicted. But he was pierced for
how our trust in God increases.
our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that
D. L. Moody once said that he used to close his Bible and then ask for faith. brought us peace was upon him, and by his wounds we are healed" (Isaiah
Then he realized that to have faith he needed to open his bible and study the 53:4-5).
Word; since then his faith never stopped growing.
Faith is essential for the healing of your body. To obtain it, you must walk in
II. Different Kinds Of Faith the reality that, whatever ails you, has already been conquered by Jesus
Christ on the cross.
A. The creative faith
III. Characteristics Of Faith
"By faith we understand that the universe was formed at God's command, so
that what is seen was not made out of what was visible" (Hebrews 11:3). All along the Scriptures we can find a broad list of features that emphasize faith
as a gift of God.
 The following are some of them: In order to achieve a better development of the subject, it is necessary to read the
book, Entering the Dimension of Faith from the series, As Firm As The Rock, by
 Faith believes in the words of the Lord (Luke 5:4-5) Pastor Cesar Castellanos.
 Faith is above the senses (Isaiah 1:19-20) 2. Biblical
 Faith overcomes the doubts and unbelief (1 Peter 1:7) Display significant biblical verses related to the subject. For example, Genesis
15:6; 1 Peter 1:7. This may be a good memorizing exercise.

Conclusion 3. Methodological
We recommend question and answer time for students so that we can access the
Faith is absolute trust that the believer places in God and in each one of His promises,
It allows him to declare things that are not as if they already are. Faith is an agent level of faith of each student.
that, unlike hope, operates in the present and is the main requirement that God
demands of us in order to approach Him. It operates in all the areas of our lives,
helping us to experience the supernatural. Students’ Assignment
Students can research two different cases in the Bible portraying true faith and lack of
faith. This way you will be able to determine if the subject was fully understood.
Application Review the STUDENTS' ASSIGNMENT upon the following class.
What emblem do you have printed in your mind? Remember that as a child of God Questionnaire For Further Study
the Lord printed "born to succeed" in your heart.
1. The word faith appears about 128 times in the New Testament. Select six texts
Try to diligently take care of every thought that goes into your mind. Set out, about faith that had an impact on your life and explain why.
deliberately, in your heart not to accept a single negative thought during a whole day.
Once you achieved it, extend it for a week, then a month. You will notice that all the a. ____________________________________ because
thoughts in your mind come from the Spirit of God. ____________________________________
b. ____________________________________ because
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c. ____________________________________ because
Ask God to renew the faith of your students so that they may not faint in difficult ____________________________________
situations. Pray that God will strengthen them to overcome.
a. ____________________________________ because
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Evaluation d. ____________________________________ because
A self-evaluation questionnaire may be a good tool to use to find out how well the ____________________________________
students understand and apply the steps for a victorious life that we established in the e. ____________________________________ because
lessons. ____________________________________
2. Hebrews 11: 6 Faith is a condition to
Recommendations _________________________________________ and believe that He exists,
and He_________________________________________
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3. 2 Corinthians 5:7 we live by _________________, and not by
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Certainty
Jacob
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Conviction
Moses
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Rahab [The Prostitute]
5. Based on Hebrews 11, write down what happened to these people as they were ______________________________________________________________
led by faith:
6. When the angel visited Mary telling her that she had been chosen to be Jesus'
Abel mother, she uttered an expression that summarizes her belief and acceptance by
faith. What was this expression? (Luke 1:38).
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Enoch _________________________________________________________________
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Noah ___
7. Complete the following text that expresses in concrete terms Peter's act of faith:
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Abraham _________________________________________________________________
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Sarah _________________________________________________________________
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Isaac _________________________________________________________________
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(Luke 5:4-5).
8. Some invisible powers work to weaken our faith through unbelief but the apostle
John teaches something about it. Explain it in your own words (1 John 5: 10).
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9. Faith is a distinctive element of the spiritual warrior. Describe the other details
that make up the armor of God according to Ephesians 6: 10-18.
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10. Match the following texts with the corresponding acts of faith:
a. The man with a shriveled hand Mark 5: 28-29
b. The paralytic of Capernaum Mark 7: 26-30
c. Jairus' daughter Matthew 12: 13
d. The Syrophoenician woman Luke 8:40-42; 50
e. The woman that touched the robe Mark2:11,12
Lesson 8: The Holy Spirit The Lord bowed down and laid his hands on my head. In that moment I felt that my
entire being was filling up with a powerful glory coming from the very presence of
Biblical Foundational Reference God. Then, I began to speak in a language I did not understand, then in another one,
John 14:15-26 then in yet another one and so on. I spoke in about seven different languages. But for
me, this was not the most important thing. Knowing that God was within me and that
Acts 1:7-9 I could feel Him, was.
Corresponding Biblical Foundation When I got up from my knees I began to jump and run for joy embracing everybody.
In my excitement I exclaimed, "God is in me!" Unfortunately, this was unfamiliar to
Acts 2:1-23 the rest of the people. Nobody in that church understood me. My family actually
Ephesians 1:11-14 thought that I was experiencing an emotional breakdown of sorts and considered it to
be indicative of my age! But on the inside I knew that I would never be the same
Acts 10:33 because the Holy Spirit of God was dwelling in me and that was the only thing that
mattered.
John 16:14-15
When we become Christians and develop a genuine, permanent relationship with the
John 3:1-15
Father, Son and Holy Spirit, the best privileges of life are ours to enjoy.
John 16:13
In John 20:22 we read, "And with that he breathed on them and said, 'Receive the
1 Corinthians 2:9,10 Holy Spirit." Receiving the Holy Spirit is receiving the seal of the promise that
guarantees we are children of God.
Key Text
For the Lord Jesus it was very important that each one of his followers would learn to
John 14:26 walk with the Holy Spirit. He, being God incarnate, needed the presence of the Spirit
"But the Counselor, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will in order to successfully develop the STUDENT'S ASSIGNMENT that the Father had
teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have said to you." given him. The absence of the Holy Spirit in the life of the believer equals to having a
body without a spirit. The Spirit of God must be the most important thing for the
Purpose Christian because, without Him, the believer will not be able to develop the full
potential assigned to him by his Creator. When the believer allows the Holy Spirit to
"Lord, how can I know that I did not make a mistake. How can I know that I am not take control, then the Spirit is like an indelible seal in his life, distinguishing him as a
with the wrong group of people?" This was part of my prayer a few days after I was Christian anointed by the power of God.
converted to Christianity. Even though I was on my knees at the altar of a small
church, I had many doubts. I had already read enough of the Bible to know that f In this lesson the student will begin to know this interesting person of the Trinity.
could ask the Lord for signs. So I did just that. I prayed, "Lord, if you are indeed in More importantly, the student will experience the need to establish a friendship with
this, I ask, as a sign, that you allow me to see you. I ask, Lord, that you lay your Him, understanding that it is about the presence of God in his life.
hands on my head and anoint me."
Before I had finished my prayer, I felt the presence of a person behind me. In my
spirit I turned around to look and I saw the stature of a glorious being, dressed in Devlopement of the Subject
white. Slowly, I lifted my eyes because I so longed to see His face. But when I did, I I. Deepening Your Knowledge Of The Holy Spirit
experienced something similar to what it's like for someone who has spent a long
time in darkness and suddenly opens his eyes to the brightness of a new sunny We all must obtain complete knowledge of who the Holy Spirit is and understand
morning; the impact of the brightness was so strong that the eyes could not withstand his work. The following features help to identify him in a better way:
it, no matter how hard you try. So that's how it is when trying to look upon the beauty
A. He is a person
of the face of the Lord. Our eyes are still not prepared to stand such brilliance. When
I saw him, all the strength of my body vanished and I fell to the floor as a dead man. The Holy Spirit is a person as real as the Lord Jesus Christ is. He is the third
person of the Trinity. Jesus was completely confident that He could
 accurately represent him. That is the reason why Jesus gave this promise to When Jesus was on the earth He said I am the way, and the truth, and the
his disciples. However, he is a person to whom the world can neither see no life..., He was and continues to be the only way to the Father but while
receive because the Holy Spirit of God is only given to those who leaving, Jesus promised to send the Holy Spirit to guide us so that we do not
acknowledge Jesus as their Lord and Savior. abandon the right path (John 16:13). He is the one who can perfectly
interpret the map of the Word of God and as Jesus said, it will guide us into
The following reasons help us to confirm that the Holy Spirit is a person: all truth.
 He speaks (Acts 13:2; John 16:13) The person who does not cultivate an intimate relationship with the Holy
 He leads and warns (Acts 16:6,7) Spirit might be at risk of doctrinal deviation.

 He offers help and intercedes (Romans 8: 26) F. He reveals the divine secrets
The Father and the Son share the infinite riches of their grace but they are
 He guides (Romans 8:14; John 16:13)
clearly revealed to us through the Holy Spirit. As an authorized steward of
 He testifies (John 15:26) those blessings, those riches, and all the divine secrets, the Holy Ghost
imparts them to those that, by faith, have surrendered to Jesus and are filled
 He grieves or is saddened (Ephesians 4:30) with the Holy Spirit. (Deuteronomy 29:29; 1 Corinthians 2:9-10)
B. He is God Himself II. Steps to Receive the Infilling of the Holy Spirit
The Holy Spirit has been at work from the moment of creation up until this A. Cleanliness of heart
very moment. His attributes allow us to identify him as God himself. The
following verses give us direction regarding this: Luke 1:35; Psalm 139:7; The Lord said: "And no one pours new wine into old wineskins" (Luke
Hebrews 9:14; 1 Corinthians 2:10-11 5:37). The wine represents the fresh and vigorous presence of the Holy
Spirit that wants to be poured out in completely regenerated lives. The old
C. He glorifies Jesus wineskins represent those persons who experienced the presence of the
Spirit in their lives for a moment, but due to several circumstances, lost their
Everything the Holy Spirit does glorifies Jesus. When a person stops
communion (relationship) with God. The new wineskin is the life that has
glorifying Jesus with his actions, his words, etc. the Holy Spirit stands still.
been completely transformed by God (2 Corinthians 5:17).
If we have a close friendship with Him, we will have direct access to the
divine treasures and the third person of the Trinity will be in charge of B. Believe
helping us enjoy them.
In the Christian life, we walk in faith and through faith. When we ask for the
In other words, our faith in Jesus Christ gives us the legal rights to His riches baptism of the Holy Spirit, we must accept in faith that we already have it
but our relationship with the Spirit allows us to enjoy them. When we glorify and then begin, in that same attitude of faith, speaking to the Lord in new
Jesus through our actions the Spirit rejoices and increases His power in us. tongues. If a person is filled with God he will express it with his words. On
(John 16:14-15; John 7:38-39) the contrary, if he is filled with hatred and bitterness, he will use his words
to show that as well, because the mouth expresses evidence of what is in the
D. Causes us to be born again
heart (Matthew 12:34).
It is only by the Holy Spirit that we can be considered children of God, since
C. Do not yield the body to sin
it is His work that allows us to be born again. Don't forget Nicodemus'
question about the new birth and the Lords' response in John 3:5-6. In order We must constantly remember that the Holy Spirit is the presence of God in
to be born of the Spirit of God it is necessary to die first; that is, if a person our lives. Paul, the apostle indicates this in 1 Corinthians 3:16. Don't you
does not die to sin the Spirit will not bring new life to him. know that you yourselves are God's temple and that God's Spirit lives in
you? This text implies that God has chosen our body as the dwelling place of
E. He is our Guide
His Spirit and He cannot dwell in a house contaminated with sin (See
Romans 6:13 and James 3:8-12).
 D. Receive Him Voluntarily
The Holy Spirit is a gentleman. He only enters a person's life when the Assignment
person willingly decides to invite him to come in and when this happens He
enters to take over every area of their being, offering power and absolute Examine every area in your life and point out which areas are controlled by the Holy
freedom (2 Corinthians 3:17). Spirit. If you find any weak area, take time to ask the Holy Spirit to fill you in order
to establish a more intimate communion with Him.
Conclusion
Questionnaire f or Further Study
The Holy Spirit is the third person of the Trinity (Father, Son and Holy Spirit) and He
is the promise given by Jesus to his disciples made reality, being the Comforter, He 1. According to Acts 2:4, the evidence of the demonstration that the ones in the
indicated that He would send it as soon as He departed. The Spirit of God comes to upper room had been filled with the Holy Spirit was:
dwell in the life of the believer as his friend and guide, to endow him with power and a. A healing miracle.
take over every area of his life.
b. Speaking in other tongues.
Application
c. An increase of communion.
Make sure that the Holy Spirit is guiding your life. Examine your daily life and
observe, according to your behavior and accomplishments if you really are d. All of the above.
accompanied by the Holy Spirit as taught in these lessons.
e. None of the above.
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2. What did the crowd assume when they got to the upper room and saw the
As the teacher, you must evaluate the group to see if there are some students who people? (Acts 2:7-12).
have allowed the Holy Spirit to be extinguished from their lives. Dedicate time to
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pray for them in order to revive the Spirit again; pray for those who have not yet
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received the evidence of speaking in tongues as well.
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Evaluation _________________________________________________________________
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Emphasize all points covered in this class in order to evaluate the objectives. _________________________________________________________________
Highlight the main characteristic of the Holy Spirit, that he is A PERSON. Then ___
review the features of a person filled with the Holy Spirit.
3. In his first speech, Peter made reference to tire prophecy spoken by (Acts 2:16-
Recommendations 21). Express the content of this prophecy emphasizing what God said He would
1. Bibliographical do:

In order to achieve a better development of the subject, it is necessary to read the _________________________________________________________________
book, Immersed in His Spirit, from the series As Firm As The Rock, by Pastor _________________________________________________________________
Cesar Castellanos. _________________________________________________________________
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2. Biblical _________________________________________________________________
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Ephesians 4:23-32 provides the characteristics of the fullness of the Holy Spirit. ___
3. Methodological 4. According to Acts 2:37-41 which were the conditions that Peter stated to those
We recommend questions and answers in order to know if the students are present, to receive the Holy Spirit?
understanding and applying what is being taught. During the class take time to
clarify any doubts that the students may have.
 _________________________________________________________________ Acts 1:8 The Holy Spirit fills us with
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5. How many people were converted through Peter's message? John 16:8 The Holy Spirit…
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___________________ 7. According to Matthew 3:11 We will be baptized with
6. From each text, give specific examples of the work of the Holy Spirit in us: _________________________________________________________________
________ and
Ephesians 1: 13 The Holy Spirit... with_____________________________________________________________
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_________________________________________________________________ 8. Read Acts 19: 1-6 and check with an "X" the right order of actions between Paul
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___________________ ( ) Laying on of hands,
1 Timothy 4:1 The Holy Spirit... ( ) Filled with the Holy Spirit,
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( ) Speaking in tongues and prophesying,
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___________________ ( ) Baptism in the name of Jesus,
Romans 5:5 The Holy Spirit... According to Romans 8:26, when communicating with God, what is the work of
the Spirit on our behalf and how does He do it?
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Lesson 9: Laying on of Hands It is one of the basic doctrines of the christian faith. It is an act whereby a person
in spiritual authority lays his hands on another in order to impart blessings,
Biblical Foundational Reference together with prayer and prophecy.
1 Timothy 5 : 21 – 22 2 Timothy 1: 6 – 7 This definition implies, then, that is the person who lays on his hands is not in an
Corresponding Biblical Foundation adequate spiritual condition, he will not be a channel for blessings; by which we
infer that we must be ministered to before, in order to minister to others.
Exodus 15 : 6 – 7 Exodus 15 : 12 – 13
According Psalms 119:73 and Job 10:8-9 we can say that laying on of hands is a
Genesis 48 : 11 – 20 Matthew 11 : 2 – 5 means God uses to give life.
Mark 5 : 21- 23 ; 35 – 42 Mark 5 : 24 – 34 II. Biblical proof of the practice of this doctrine
Acts 9 : 10 – 12 Acts 13 : 1 – 3 A. In the Old Testament
Proverbs 28 : 3 John 12 : 24 God used his right precisely during the creation. He does so as well when
constantly leading Hid people, blessing them, performing miracles, and
Key Text: bringing provision and causing the impossible. The following are examples
2 Timothy 1 : 6 of laying on of hands as recorded in the old testament:

“ For this reason I remindyou to fan the flame of the gift of God, which is in you 1. Jacob blesses Ephraim and Mannaseh (Genesis 48:11-20)
through the laying on of my hands.” Being of old age, Jacob wanted to bless Joseph's sons. The blessing was
Purpose like a heritage that the father passed to the new generations and it
always came to the one who was ON the right hand (Genesis 48:241,
An important aspect in the development of the Christian life is the disposition of the
believer to grow in the knowledge of biblical doctrine with the purpose of remaining 2. Moses anoints his successor (Deuteronomy 34)
firm in the ways of God and at the same time count on the sufficient authority to help From the moment that Moses was called, God told him that his purpose
others in spiritual matters. The basic doctrines you should know can be found in the was to set the people free, But, when he arrived at the border of Canaan,
Hebrews 6 : 12. In this text it mentions the imposition of hands, as a fundamental the Lord told him to let Joshua take over and he would now lead the
doctrine the church should not be careless about it. people into the Promised Land. (Numbers 27:18-231
Through then laying on of hands, which implies physical contact, the Lord Jesus B. New Testament
Christ performed countless miracles throughout His ministry . Also, the apostle Paul
made sure that Timothy was informed of its significance, pointing out how careful he In the New Testament, laying on of hands is emphasized in the ministry of
should be while practicing it. the Lord Jesus.
Applying this doctrine with the knowledge and the delegated authority by God, a In Matthew 11:2-5 we read about the works that Jesus Christ performed on
person can be used to minister blessings from Above to others. But , if this practice earth under the authority of His Father God. He did it by laying his hands,
is performed out of biblical context, the opposite could take place. releasing the anointing poured out on him by the Holy Spirit (Luke 4:18-21).
The purpose of this lesson is to help you understand in a clear manner not only what Afterwards, based on his own experience and acknowledging the power in
is involved in the laying on of hands but to offer you the necessary tools according to the laying on of hands, Paul supported his ministry with signs and wonders
the biblical context and the examples of Jesus permitting you to be a genuine performed in the same way (Acts 14:3).
instrument in the hands of God to minister to others.
III. Purposes of Laying on of Hands
Development of the Subject
It is practiced for various purposes:
I. What do we mean by laying on of hands?
A. To impart inner healing and deliverance
 Inner healing and deliverance are two stages that every individual has to go Conclusion
through if he desires to be used by God and live the Christian life in
abundance. The Lord Jesus himself was anointed to bring inner healing and Laying on of hands is included as part of doctrinal basics for Christian living. As
deliverance, according to what He himself said in Luke 4:18. In this text, the stated before, it is the act by which a person in authority imparts blessings to another
broken-hearted are all those who need healing for their wounded soul. And person. However, this puts a demand on the one who is ministering to be in the very
the prisoners are those who are oppressed by unclean spirits. best spiritual condition so that they do not yield an opposing effect to God's purpose
in the life of the one being ministered to.
B. To impart blessing
Through the laying on of hands, the Lord imparts life and a significant blessing that
In Genesis 48:13-20, the story of Ephraim and Manasseh reminds us of the brings deliverance and inner healing to the person that has confessed his faith in Jesus
way laying on of hands was done in ancient times, It was a sign of blessing. Christ.
In Mark 10:16 we see a similar case in Jesus' time, when He took the
children in his arms, put his hands on them and blessed them. Application

C. To impart authority Do an in depth study on what can be attained through the laying on of hands, and
prepare yourself spiritually for the Lord to use you as a channel to bless others.
Let us not forget the process of the transfer of authority from Moses to
Joshua based on the order given by God, through the laying on of hands. Time of Ministry
Another similar case happened to Elisha, who laid his hands on Jehoash, Pray to God for your students to become sensitive to God's voice so that they can
king of Israel (2 Kings 13;15-17). minister to others.
D. To impart physical healing A self-evaluation questionnaire or a paper written on this subject may be good tools
The spirit of sickness, like every unclean spirit, can be defeated through to use to gauge the students progress. See biblical recommendations.
laying on of hands in the name of Jesus (Matthew 16:17-18; James 5:14-15). Recommendations
Laying on of hands encourages peoples' faith; who ever ministers by this
practice must do it in a dimension of absolute faith. 1. Bibliographical

E. To impart the baptism of the Holy In order to better develop the subject it is necessary to read the book, His Hand Is
Upon Me, from the series "As Firm As The Rock" by Pastor Cesar Castellanos.
God's purpose for every believer is that he experiences the fullness of the
Holy Spirit and has an intimate relationship with Him. As we have already 2. Biblical
studied, the Holy Spirit is Jesus' promise fulfilled, to the disciples (Luke
The book of Acts provides good examples of the laying on of hands in the
24:49b). He is God's power working in our lives (Acts 1:8), and His
ministry of the First Church. A deeper study on the part of the instructor and the
anointing comes to us through the laying on of hands [Acts 8:18).
student is essential for a better understanding of the subject, It is a good way to
F. To impart gifts and commission people assess the fruit from the teaching as well.

We have studied about the gifts of the Holy Spirit and according to the 3. Methodological
Scriptures, they can be imparted by laying on of hands. In Romans 1:11 Paul
We suggest that you confer together with your students to develop this lesson
says, I long to see you so that I may impart to youre spiritual gifts.... In his
thoroughly. The use of charts and graphics should be used as a study guideline.
book, The Spirit Filled Believer Handbook, Dr. Derek Prince affirms that a
believer has the authority, according to the scriptures, to impart spiritual Student’s Assignment
gifts to another (1 Timothy 4:14, 2 Timothy 1:6). Likewise, laying on of
hands is used to impart authority for someone to perform a specific students' Do a self-evaluation in all areas of your life and observe the needs you find that are
assignment in the work of ministry. Remember that Barnabas and Saul were out of order. If you find that there are some areas out of order, you will need to go to
set apart for the work and by order of the Holy Spirit, through laying on of your pastor or your immediate leader for ministry and deliverance, by the laying on
hands (Acts 13:1-4) of hands immediately.
Questionnaire f or Further Study Acts 9: 10-12

1. From the foundation of the world, God used his own hands to release his creative _________________________________________________________________
power. What do the following scriptures say about it? _____________________What happened to Joshua when Moses laid his hands
on him?
Psalm 119:73
Deuteronomy 34:9
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_____________________With the help of a biblical concordance, list four
Job 10: 8, 9 specific cases in which Jesus laid his hands on someone:
____________________________________________________________________ a. Biblical text __________________________________________________
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2. List the things that were made by Jehovah's right hand against the enemies of the _____________________
people of Israel, according to Exodus 15: 6-7.
b. Biblical text
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_____________________Since ancient times laying on of hands has been used _____________________
to impart blessing. Keeping in mind the text of Genesis 48: 11-20, answer the
following: c. Biblical text
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Were both the right hand and the left hand able to bless in the same degree? _____________________
( ) Yes ( ) No d. Biblical text
Did the priority of the blessing lie on the first-born? _____________________________________________________________
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( ) Yes ( ) No
4. During the development of his ministry, Paul the apostle frequently practiced the
3. Why did Israel prefer to lay his right hand on Ephraim if he was the youngest laying on of hands. Match these texts with the specific corresponding cases for
child of Joseph? each point:
_________________________________________________________________ a. On Timothy Acts 28; 7-9
_____________________Write down who is blessing whom by the laying on of
hands according to each text. b. On Publius' father Acts 19: 2-6

Numbers 27:22-23 c. On disciples in Ephesus 2 Timothy 1:6

_________________________________________________________________ 5. Laying on of hands embraces an awesome power. Complete these text that is an
_____________________ example of it:

2 Kings 13:15-17 "And these signs will accompany those who believe:
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_________________________________________________________________ _________; they will speak in new tongues;
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_______________________________ and when they drink deadly poison, it will
Mark 5: 35-42 note hurt them at all; they will place
_________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________ and they will be healed
_____________________ (Mark 16:17-181.
6. In your own opinion, why did Paul suggest to Timothy not to be hasty in the
laying on of hands? (1 Timothy 5; 22)
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7. According to Luke 4:18, make a summary of Jesus' ministry, in which laying on
of hands was an essential factor. He came to:
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8. Which of the previous paints are related to deliverance and inner healing?
Lesson 10: How to Overcome Obstacles I. The most common obstacles the believer must face.

Biblical Foundational Reference A. The World

Romans 8; 35-39 My prayer I not that you take them out of the world but thay you protect
them from the evil one. They are not of the world, even as I am not of it
Corresponding Biblical Foundation ( john 17: 15-16).
John 16:33; When Jesus prayed for his disciples, He asked God to protect them from the
John 17:15-16; devil that they would have to face in the world. He was well aware of the
obstacles that awaited then to throw them off track. When jesus gave
Philippians 4:8; reference to the world, he meant the social systems of our world because
they are the things to be used that opposes God’s divine order.
Romans 8:5-6;
In 1 John 2 : 15-17 we find the description of what the world is and what it
2 Corinthians:14-16; can offer us. Things which do not come from the Father, becaome a
Psalm 119:9; hindrance for every believer the cravings of sinful man, the lust of his eyes
and the vain flory of life. Listed are suggestions that help us to overcome the
James 5: 19-20; most common obstacles we find in the world:
Matthew 26:41;  Keep your thoughts subject to God’s will ( Philippians 4:8).
Matthew 10:36  Dedicate time to the things of the Spirit ( Romans 8 : 5-6).
Key Text  Avoid alliances with the world ( 2 Corinthians 6:14-16 ).
Romans 8:37  Stay in the Word of God permanently ( psalm 119:9 ).
“ And, in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us”  Endeavor to win your acquaintances for the Lord ( James 5: 19-
Purpose 20 ).

What would you do if you were in the midst of the sea in a small boat being tossed B. Temptation
about by powerful waves and raging winds, struggling with all your might to ensure “Watch and pray so that you will not fall into temptation. The spirit is
your safety, much to no avail? Such was the predicament of the disciples, according willing, but the body is weak” (Matthew 26:41).
to the story we find in Mathew 8:23-27. Jesus was with them in that same boat, but
He was not distressed or afflicted. On the contrary, he was quietly sleeping, as if He In this text we find a special recommendation Jesus gave to his disciples,
were testing how the disciples would react facing adversity. inviting them to remain in prayer to not give in to daily temptations. It is
very important to keep In mind that temptaion is a trial from Satan and it is
The experience the apostles lived through is a model lesson for each one of us to hold related with the flesh.
standard since we all have to encounter difficult situations that will actually help to
shape our character. Regardless of the circumstance, we have to remain steadfast and Man’s sin consist in giving in to that temptation which appears as bait with
faithful to our divine purpose. Great men of God were fashioned by the fiery tests of which the enemy drags man to violate the divine commandments.
difficult times.
You can overcome temptation by:
Since one of the most frequently asked questions pertains to overcoming obstacles,
this lesson will serve as a valuable resource to answer them specifically.  Keeping in constant communion with the Spirit through prayer
( Luke 11: 4 ; 1 Thessalonians 5: 17)
 Study the Word to confess it ( Matthew 4).
Development of the Subject
  Renounce every root of sin that may allow temptations ( Provers Evaluation
28:13).
This can be part of the final exams.
 Fill your mind with things of the Spirit ( Galatians 5:16 y 25).

Recommendations
C. The Family
1. Bibliographical
“For I have come to turn a man against his father , a daughter against her
Billy Graham's handbook for Christian workers.
mother, a daughter in-law against her mother in-law; a man’s enemies will
be the members of his own household. (Matthew 10: 35-36). Billy Graham's book, Solutions To the Problems of Life.
For a new believer, it is difficult to suddently understand that his family 2. Methodological
could be an obstacle in the development of his Christian life. However, the
Lord Jesus warns us about it in the previous text. What we must understand In order to develop this subject, at the end, the class can be divided into two
here is that when we accept Jesus as our personal Savior, he must occupy groups for the purpose of a roleplay demonstration on how to overcome potential
first place in our hearts and only when the whole family enters into that obstacles. One student will be in charge of giving a conclusion, related to each
same faithdimension in which we are, will they be able in the same spiritual area, and the instructor/teacher will remove any doubt they may have.
position. 3. Student’s Assignment
Does this mean that we must argue with our family and be distant from Make a list of those obstacles that you have dealt with throughout your Christian
them? Of course not! It is our job to win our family for Christ. life. Classify the origin i.e. the world, many temptations or your family. Now,
 Win your family through praye. take the time to overcome them by applying the suggestions in this lesson.

 Believe in God’s promises. Select the names of your family members that have not yet met the Lord and
claim them for Christ in prayer
 Have a good testimony before them.
 Persevere until you win them for Christ.
Questions f or Further Study
1. Analyze the text Matthew 8:23-27 and answer the following questions:
Conclusion
a. What was Jesus doing when the big storm began?
As a rule, man will face several kinds of obstacles that will force him to fight in order
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to overcome them. These obstacles are like brakes or hafts which get in your path,
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impeding you from reaching a specific goal. In the Christian life there are obstacles
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placed by the enemy to weaken our faith, but in the hand of God these obstacles turn
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into key elements to strengthen our character and prepare us to fulfill the work which
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he has entrusted in us.
b. What did the disciples think was going to happen to them in the midst of this
problem?
Time of Ministry
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Have every student make a list of current obstacles and elaborate on each one of _____________________________________________________________
them. Pray for the students for them to renew their faith. _____________________________________________________________
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 c. What declaration did Jesus use to exhort the disciples? _____________________________________________________________
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________ c. Those who are persecuted because of righteousness:
d. What did Jesus do in order to get complete calm? _____________________________________________________________
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__ d. Lust of the eyes:
e. What was the men’s reaction? _____________________________________________________________
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__ e. vain glory of life:
2. In John 16:33 the Lord mentions a key of confidence to face the sorrow of the _____________________________________________________________
world. Which is it? _____________________________________________________________
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_________________________________________________________________ 4. Temptation is another one of the obstacles present in the believer's life. When
_________________________________________________________________ Jesus was temped his defense was the proclamation of the Word. Relate each one
_________________________________________________________________ of Jesus' answers to every attack of the enemy (Matthew 4:1-11).
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Satan's attack Answers of Jesus
3. Mention some hindrances we find in the world, grouping them according to their
rank as described in 1 John 2;15-17: a. "Tell these stones to
become bread"..."
a. Desires of the flesh:
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_____________________________________________________________ b. If you are the Son of
_____________________________________________________________ God, throw yourself
________ down"...

b. Those who hunger and thirst for righteousness:

 c. "All this I will give you if _________________________________________________________________
you will bow down and _________________________________________________________________
worship me"... _________________________________________________________________
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8. 1 Corinthians 10: 13 Temptation is
5. The Beatitudes contain words of encouragement and hope from Jesus to all those
that run into trouble (Matthew 5:1-12). _________________________________________________________________
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Complete; _________________________________________________________________
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a. The poor in spirit will receive; _________________________________________________________________
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____________________Those who mourn: ___
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b. Those who hunger and thirst for righteousness: Philippians 4: 13 Strength comes from
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c. Those who are persecuted because of righteousness: _________________________________________________________________
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________ _________________________________________________________________
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6. Paul, the apostle, helps us to understand that since we have difficulties, we must ___
live by faith. 2 Corinthians 4: 8, says that we are:
2 Corinthians 1: 6If we are afflicted
d. Pressed on every side, but not
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e. Perplexed, but not _________________________________________________________________
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f. Persecuted, but not ___
_____________________________________________________________ 2 Corinthians 1;20 God's promises are
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g. Struck down, but not _________________________________________________________________
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7. 2 Corinthians 4:17 For Paul difficulties were a _________________________________________________________________
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9. What is the reward for all those who resist temptation? (James 1;12)
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10. One of Paul's statements that help us to have courage as we face each difficulty
is: [Philippians 4:41
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