Student Study Guide
Lesson 1
The Process of Change
Section 1 - Introduction: The Process of Change
Section One
Read the opening story carefully, then answer the following questions.
Understanding the Story
The author was instantly delivered from
Even after this powerful encounter, he still thought he might
The most important thing that remained was the renewing of his
Key Insight
God does not dump everything on us at once. He teaches us one principle, then another. He builds truth upon truth.
In your own words, what does this mean for your Christian life?
Your Response
Section 2 - Discipleship vs. Conversion
Section Two
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The Greek word for teach in Matthew 28:19 is , which means to make a disciple.
Jesus is not saying Go make converts. He is saying Go and
A disciple is not merely someone who attended a church service or completed a
A disciple is one who sits on the edge of their seat, listening to every word, and then immediately
The first use of the word disciples in the New Testament is found in Matthew
Comparison Table: Convert vs. Disciple
| A Convert... | A Disciple... |
|---|---|
In your experience, what is the difference between someone who is converted and someone who is truly discipled?
Your Thoughts
Section 3 - God's Pattern: Line Upon Line
Section Three
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God's pattern is to reveal Himself.
A baby in Christ is NOT determined by how long they have been in church, but by their level of
Paul says he could not give the church solid food but had to give them because they were not able to receive it.
The moment you stop letting the Word how you think and live, that is the exact moment you stop growing.
Reflection
Paul says that envy, strife, and divisions are signs of spiritual immaturity. What does a mature Christian look like according to this lesson?
Your Answer
Section 4 - Change Requires Confrontation
Section Four
"Change does not happen in our lives without confrontation."
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Change requires
When everything is comfortable, we do not want to
In order for you to grow in Christ, must be displaced.
Comfort is the curse of a gospel.
The force that brings confrontation is the living
Describe a time when God used confrontation (a Scripture, a sermon, a circumstance) to bring change in your life:
My Story
What area of your life might God be confronting right now?
Personal Reflection
Section 5 - The Instrument of Confrontation: The Word of God
Section Five
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Most people search the Scriptures to prove themselves right or to find
Mature believers search the Word to discover , even when that truth shows where they are wrong.
You shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you . (John 8:32)
Being wrong and knowing it is the beginning of being
Deception is believing something that is
Charles Finney Comparison
| Typical Crusades | Finney's Ministry |
|---|---|
| ~1% retained after one year | 85% still on fire after 6 years |
| What made the difference? |
Lesson 1 - Practice Test
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Part A: Multiple Choice (5 questions · 2 pts each)
1. What is the Greek word for teach in Matthew 28:19?
2. According to the lesson, what is a sign of spiritual immaturity?
3. Charles Finney's ministry retained what percentage after six years?
4. The first mention of disciples in the New Testament is found in:
5. What does the lesson say is the curse of a compromised gospel?
Part B: True or False (6 statements · 1 pt each)
1. A disciple is simply someone who attended a church service.
2. God's pattern is to reveal Himself progressively, line upon line.
3. Change can happen in our lives without confrontation.
4. The Word of God is described as a two-edged sword that discerns thoughts and intents.
5. According to the lesson, you can be a spiritual baby even after 40 years in church.
6. Information and revelation are the same thing.
Part C: Fill in the Blank (5 items · 1 pt each)
1. Jesus said, Go and make of all nations. (Matthew 28:19)
2. The Word of God is living and powerful and sharper than any
3. God gives deep revelation to those ready to go toward
4. is believing something that is not true.
5. You shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you
Part D: Short Answer (completion credit)
1. In your own words, what is the difference between a convert and a disciple?
2. Why does change require confrontation? Give an example from the lesson or your own life.
3. How does God reveal Himself to us, according to Isaiah 28:13? What does this mean for your discipleship journey?
Part E - Before You Leave
One truth from this lesson I want to apply this week:
One area where I sense God wants to bring change in my life:
My commitment this week: