TO AVOID TEMPTATION - KNOW AND AVOID THE DEVIL S DEVICES (2 CO 2:11)

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2 My wife Jackline and I welcome you to this family. We're so pleased that God called you to this family, a family that is filled with wonderful people. We look forward to you and your family adding to God's work at your new home. Of utmost importance is your relationship with God. Several very important ingredients are prayer, church attendance, daily Bible reading, involvement in church activities and fellowship. Our members develop a close walk with God by setting aside time in their busy schedules to get involved in these activities and ministries. We are committed to your success and our commitment has driven us to preparation. We have implemented several programs to help you adjust to your new family environment, which is called! CHURCH FOR OTHERS: O-Outcasts are welcomed and loved T-Truth is changing lives H-Hearts are growing in Christ s love E- Every person is involved in ministry R-Reaching out through sacrificial giving S-Spirit of servanthood abounds This Ministry was born from a desire to give total care to the total church of our lord and saviour Jesus Christ. In John 10:10 Jesus said, "I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly." How can you make the most of your membership HERE? Join a L.I.F.E. Group! One of our driving passions is to see people connect with a L.I.F.E. Group. These small groups are the lifeblood of our FELLOWSHIP. We believe it is a win for you and a win for our fellowship when you connect with a L.I.F.E. Group. As a new member - you can expect a few things from us: (1) We DETAILS FOR THOSE WHO HAVE READ THIS BOOKLET: DATE: NAMES: AND PHONE NUMBERS:

3 (MATTHEW 21:28-32) 60. THE PARABLE OF THE EVIL VINEDRESSERS (MATTHEW 21:33-46) 61. THE GREAT COMMANDMENT (MARK 12:28-34) 62. THE WIDOW'S MITE (LUKE 21:1-4) 63. SIGNS, END OF THE AGE, & THE TRIBULATION (MATTHEW 24:3-28) 64. THE SECOND COMING (MATTHEW 24:27-31) 65. THE PARABLE OF THE TEN MAIDENS (MATTHEW 25: THE LAST SUPPER (LUKE 22:7-20) 67. THE MASTER BECOMES A SERVANT (JOHN 13:1-17) 68. THE WAY, THE TRUTH, AND THE LIFE (JOHN 14:1-6) 69. THE TRUE VINE (JOHN 15:1-11) 70. THE GARDEN OF GETHSEMANE (LUKE 22:39-53) 71. JUDAS BETRAYS JESUS (LUKE 22:47-53) 72. PETER'S DENIAL (JOHN 18:15-18, 25-27) 73. THE SANHEDRIN, HEROD & PILATE (LUKE 22:66-23:25) 74. JESUS IS CRUCIFIED (LUKE 23:26-49) 75. JESUS IS RISEN! (MARK 16:1-11) 76. PETER AND JOHN VISIT JESUS' TOMB (JOHN 20:1-10) 77. THE ROAD TO EMMAUS (LUKE 24:13-35) 78. THOMAS DOUBTS (JOHN 20:24-29) 79. JESUS HELPS CATCH FISH (JOHN 21:1-14) 80. JESUS RESTORES PETER (JOHN 21:15-19) 81. THE ASCENSION (LUKE 24:44-53) are here for you (2) We want you to be happy fulfilled (3) We will do our best to serve you. As a friend- We want you to draw close to God. As a Preacher-(1) I will preach to you about your life (2)Your decisions(3) Your direction to the things of God. We believe you are valuable. We believe you are important. We plan each service, activity, program and year with each person in mind. There are many different departments fulfilling a variety of functions within our family. One of these important areas is our Discipleship classes, which are designed to help you improve and develop in many areas of your life. We encourage you to take advantage of as many classes as possible. We hope this can become the place where you receive from God and give to those around you. We are placing you and your family on our membership list. Let's work together so that the purpose of our God may be fulfilled through us. In His Service, Bishop/Elder Michael Orieny Teacher and Servant of Jesus Christ WHAT TO EXPECT L - Learning - You will learn practical truths from God's Word through doctrinally sound curriculum in an informal and loving atmosphere. You will also learn from excellent Bible teachers who will teach you how to apply those practical truths in your life. I - Involvement - We encourage you to ask questions when you need to, and participate in the discussion, if you like. We value your input. But, if you don't want to, you don't have to speak. You can rest assured that our teachers will respect that, and you

4 will never have to read anything, find anything, or quote anything, if you don't want to. L.I.F.E. Groups are also an outlet for you to exercise your gifts and abilities as a Substitute Teacher, Activities Director, Care Giver, Prayer Leader, Greeter, Secretary, etc. F - Friendship - You will meet a lot of friendly people who will make you feel right at home. You will also build godly relationships with other Christians. We all need that. This is crucial to our spiritual growth. L.I.F.E. Groups give you the opportunity to develop friendships with people that can last a lifetime. You will be surprised at how quickly your L.I.F.E. Group becomes like family. E - Encouragement - is what Christians do for each other. When times are good, the joy is doubled. When times are bad, the burden is shared with a church family that cares. ROMANS OBJECTIVES: Upon completion of this chapter you will be able to: C Name the author of the book of Romans. C Identify to whom the book of Romans was written. C State the purpose for the book of Romans. C Write the Key Verses of the book of Romans from memory. C State the Life and Ministry Principle for the book of Romans. 36. THE TRANSFIGURATION (MATTHEW 17:1-13) 37. JESUS AND THE CHILDREN (MARK 10:13-16) 38. THE PROMISE OF THE HOLY SPIRIT (JOHN 7:37-39) 39. WHO IS THE GREATEST? (MATTHEW 18:1-5) 40. THE PARABLE OF THE LOST SHEEP (MATTHEW 18:10-14) 41. THE ADULTEROUS WOMAN (JOHN 8:1-12) 42. JESUS HEALS THE BLIND MAN ( JOHN 9:1-41) 43. THE GOOD SHEPHERD (JOHN 10:1-21) 44. JESUS RAISES LAZARUS (JOHN 11:1-44) 45. THE GOOD SAMARITAN (LUKE 10:25-37) 46. JESUS VISITS MARY AND MARTHA (LUKE 10:38-42) 47. THE PRODIGAL SON (LUKE 15:11-32) 48. THE RICH MAN AND LAZARUS (LUKE 16:19-31) 49. JESUS HEALS TEN LEPERS (LUKE 17:11-19) 50. THE PHARISEE AND THE PUBLICAN (LUKE 18:9-14) 51. THE RICH YOUNG RULER (LUKE 18:18-27) 52. PARABLE OF THE WORKERS IN THE VINEYARD (MATTHEW 20:1-16) 53. ZACCHAEUS (LUKE 19:1-10) 54. JESUS HEALS BLIND BARTIMAEUS (MARK 10:46-52) 55. A STORY ABOUT INVESTING (LUKE 19:11-27) 56. MARY ANOINTS JESUS' FEET (JOHN 12:1-8) 57. THE TRIUMPHAL ENTRY INTO JERUSALEM (MATTHEW 21:1-11) 58. JESUS CLEANSES THE TEMPLE AGAIN (LUKE 19:45-48) 59. THE PARABLE OF THE TWO SONS

5 10. JOHN THE BAPTIST (LUKE 3:1-22) 11. JOHN BAPTIZES JESUS (MARK 1:1-11) 12. JESUS IS TEMPTED (MATTHEW 4:1-11) 13. JESUS TURNS WATER INTO WINE (JOHN 2:1-12) 14. THE CLEANSING OF THE TEMPLE (JOHN 2:13-22) 15. JESUS AND NICODEMUS (JOHN 3:1-21) 16. THE FISHERS OF MEN (LUKE 5:1-11; 6:12-16) 17. THROUGH THE ROOF (MARK 2:1-12) 18. JESUS HEALS A CRIPPLED HAND (LUKE 6:6-11) 19. THE BEATITUDES (MATTHEW 5:1-12) 20. LOVE YOUR ENEMIES (MATTHEW 5:43-48) 21. THE WOMAN AT THE WELL (JOHN 4:1-42) 22. HEALING THE NOBLEMAN'S SON (JOHN 4:46-54) 23. REJECTION AT NAZARETH (MARK 6:1-6) 24. THE HOUSE BUILT ON THE ROCK (MATTHEW 7:24-29) 25. THE POOL AT BETHESDA (JOHN 5:1-15) 26. THE HEALING OF THE CENTURION'S SERVANT (LUKE 7:1-10) 27. THE SON OF THE WIDOW OF NAIN (LUKE 7:11-17) 28. ANOINTING JESUS' FEET (LUKE 7:36-50) 29. PARABLE OF THE SOWER (LUKE 8:4-18) 30. JESUS CALMS A STORM (MATTHEW 8:23-27) 31. PARABLE OF WHEAT & TARES (MATTHEW 13:24-30, 36-43) 32. PARABLES OF THE TREASURE & THE PEARL (MATTHEW 13:44-46) 33. THE DAUGHTER OF JAIRUS (LUKE 8:40-56) 34. FEEDING THE 5,000 (JOHN 6:1-14) 35. JESUS WALKS ON THE WATER (MARK 6:45-52) Chapter 1 INTRODUCTION AUTHOR: Paul TO WHOM: Believers in Rome. PURPOSE: To present the meaning of the Gospel in relation to law, prophecy, and the universal need of man for justification by faith. KEY VERSES: 1:16-17 LIFE AND MINISTRY PRINCIPLE: The just shall live by faith. MAIN CHARACTERS: Paul, Adam, Abraham, Isaac (See list of names in chapter 16.) 1.By whom was the gospel of God promised? (1-2) 2.Of whom does the gospel of God concern? (3-4) 3.To whom is this epistle written? (7) 4.How often did Paul pray for the Romans? (9) 5.For what three reasons did Paul desire to come to them? (10-13)

6 6.To whom was Paul a debtor? (14) 7.What was Paul ready to do? (15) 8.Of what was Paul not ashamed? (16) 9. How do the just live? (17) 10.What is the wrath of God against? (18) 11. What has been clearly seen since the creation of the world? (20) 12.Although they knew God, what didn t unrighteous men do? (21) 13.Instead what did unrighteous men do? (22-23) 14.What did God give them up to and over to? (24,26,28) 15.For what did unrighteous men exchange the truth of God? (25) 16.For what did unrighteous men leave the natural use of women? (27) 17.In what unrighteous acts were they involved? (29-31) 18.Even though they knew the righteous judgment of God, what did they do? (32) KEEP IT UP! 15 MORE CHAPTERS TO FINISH!!! Chapter 16 1.What was said about Phoebe? (1-2) 2.What was said about Priscilla and Aquila? (3-5) 3.To whom else did Paul send greetings? (5-15) 4. Who did Paul urge the brethren to note? (17-18) 5. In what did Paul want them to be wise? (19) 6. Who would the God of peace crush? (20) 7. Who sent greetings through this epistle? (21-23) 8. Who seems to have been the scribe for this epistle? (22) 9. By what means was God able to establish them? (25-27) THE GOSPEL OF GOD FROM ROMANS 1 VERSE 3&4 1.ZACHARIAS AND ELIZABETH (LUKE 1:5-25) 2. GABRIEL VISITS MARY (LUKE 1:26-38) 3. THE BIRTH OF JOHN THE BAPTIST (LUKE 1:39-80) 4. THE BIRTH OF JESUS (LUKE 2:1-7) 5. ANGELS APPEAR TO SHEPHERDS (LUKE 2:8-20) 6. SIMEON AND ANNA (LUKE 2:25-38) 7. THE WISE MEN (MATTHEW 2:1-12) 8. ESCAPE TO EGYPT (MATTHEW 2:13-23) 9. THE BOY JESUS VISITS THE TEMPLE (LUKE 2:39-52)

7 10. What should we pursue? (19) 11. Who is happy? (22) 12. What is regarded as sin? (23) Chapter 15 1.What ought the strong to do? (1) 2.Who should we not endeavor to please? (1-3) 3.By what means do we have hope? (4) 4.How is God described? (5,13,33) 5.In whom do the Gentiles hope? (9-12) 6.What does God desire to fill you with? (13) 7.Where did Paul preach? (19) 8.Why did Paul desire to preach where Christ had not been named? (20-21) 9.When did Paul plan to visit the Roman church? (22-24,28) 10.Why was Paul going to Jerusalem? (25-27) 11.How did Paul desire to come to the Roman church? (29,32) 12.For what did Paul request prayer? (30-31) Chapter 2 1. The judgment of God is according to what? (2) 2. To what does the goodness of God lead a person? (4) 3. Who will receive eternal life at the judgment of God? (6-7) 4. Who will receive indignation, wrath, tribulation and anguish at the judgment of God? (8-9) 5. When are the Gentiles a law unto themselves? (14) 6. Of what did the Jew boast? (17-20, 23) 7. What questions did Paul ask the Jews? (21-22) 8. When is circumcision profitable? (25) 9. Who is a real Jew? (28-29) 10. What circumcision is really important? (29) Chapter 3 1. What advantage has the Jew? (1-2) 2.Who is true and who is a liar? (4) 3.What did slanderers say that Paul had said? (8) 4.Who is under sin? (9-18) 5.Who is guilty before God? (19)

8 6. From where do we get knowledge of sin? (20) 7.From where do we get the righteousness of God? (21-22) 8.Who has sinned and fallen short of the glory of God? (23) 9.How have we been justified? (24-26) 10.Who is justified by faith? (27-30) 11.Is the law made void by faith? (31) 6. How did Paul sum up the commandments regarding our relationships with others? (9) 7. What is the fulfillment of the law? (10) 8. When should we wake out of sleep? (11) 9. What should we cast off? (12) 10. How should we walk? (13) 11. For what should we make no provision? (14) Chapter 4 1. How was Abraham counted as righteous? (1-4) 2.Who did David say was blessed? (6-8) 3.Was Abraham accounted righteous before he was circumcised? (9-12) 4.How did Abraham receive the promise that he would be heir of the world? (13) 5.What did Abraham not consider when receiving the promise? (19) 6.Of what was Abraham fully persuaded? (21) Chapter 14 1.What differences do some Christians have regarding eating? (1-3) 2.Before whom do we stand? (4) 3.How do some Christians differ with regard to keeping special days? (5-6) 4.What shows that we are not an island to ourselves? (7-8) 5.Before whose judgment shall we stand? (9-12) 6.What should we not do to our brother? (13) 7.What is unclean? (14) 8.What should we be careful not to do? (15,20-21) 9.What is the kingdom of God? (17)

9 9. What should we cling to? (9) 10. How should we treat one another? (10) 11. What other advice did Paul give? (11-13) 12. Who should we bless? (14,20) 13. With who should we rejoice and weep? (15) 14. With whom should we associate? (16) 15.How do we overcome evil? (17,21) 16. How should we live if it is possible? (18) 17. To whom does vengeance belong? (19) Chapter 13 1.To whom should we be subject? (1,5) 2.What do we resist if we resist the authorities appointed by God? (2) 3.What is the purpose of rulers? (3-4) 4.What are some things you render to governing authorities? (6-7) 5.What is the only thing we should owe? (8) Chapter 5 Chapter 6 7.How shall righteousness be imputed to us? (22-25) 1.In what do we rejoice? (2) 2.In what do we glory? (3) 3.What does tribulation produce? (3) 4.What is shed abroad in our hearts by the Holy Ghost? (5) 5.When did Christ die for us? (6-8) 6.What shall we be saved from? (9) 7.What was the means of our reconciliation? (10-11) 8.What entered the world by one man? (12,14-19) 9.What did one man Jesus Christ bring? (15-19) 10.What abounded much more where sin abounded? (20) 11.Whereas sin reigned in death, to what will grace reign? (21) 1.Shall we continue in sin that grace may abound? (1-2) 2.How are we buried with Christ? (3-4)

10 3.Because Jesus was raised from the dead how should we walk? (4) 4.Why was our old man crucified with Him? (6-7) 5.If we died with Him what should we believe? (8-11) 6.What should we not allow to reign in our bodies? (12,14) 7.How should we yield ourselves to God? (13) 8.Who are you slaves to obey? (16) 9.Of what now are we slaves though formerly we were slaves of sin? (17-20) 10. What fruit did you have as a result of being a slave of sin? (21) 11. What fruit do you have as a result of being a slave of God? (22) 12. What are the wages of sin? (23) 13. What is the gift of God? (23) Chapter Why should Gentiles not be haughty? (20-21) 8.What two aspects of God should we consider? (22) 9.Who will be grafted in again? (23-24,26-28) 10.Why was Israel blinded in part? (25) 11.What are irrevocable? (29) 12.On whom does God want to show mercy? (30-32) 13.What is unsearchable and past finding out? (33-35) 14.To whom belongs glory forever? (36) 1.What did Paul beseech us to do? (1) 2.Rather than be conformed to this world what should we do? (2) 3.How should we think? (3) 4.What has God dealt to each of us? (3) Chapter 7 5.What illustration did Paul use to show that all people do not have the same function in the church? (4-5) 1. What illustration shows that we are no longer bound to the law? (1-5) 2.How should we serve God? (6) 6.What are some different gifts in the church? (6-8) 7.How should we love? (9) 8.What should we abhor? (9)

11 Chapter 10 Chapter 11 1.What was Paul s desire and prayer for Israel? (1) 2.What did Paul say about Israel s zeal for God? (2-3) 3.Where should the word of faith be? (8) 4.What did Paul say about confession and belief? (9-10) 5.Who will be saved? (11-13) 6.From where does faith come? (14-17) 7.What did Moses prophecy would provoke Israel to jealousy? (19-20) 1.What two examples did Paul give to show God has not cast away Israel? (1-4) 2.If salvation is of grace it is no longer of what? (5-6) 3.Who was blinded? (7-10,25) 4.To whom was Paul an apostle? (13) 5.To what kind of tree does Paul liken Israel? (16-17) 6.How did the Gentiles become part of this tree? (17-19) Chapter 7 Cont. Chapter 8 3.Is the law sin? (7,12,14) 4.What would we not know had it not been for the law? (7) 5.What did the commandment bring? (9-11) 6.How did sin become through the commandment? (13) 1. Where does nothing good dwell? (18) 2.What laws did Paul mention? (22-23,25) 3.Who will deliver us? (24-25) 4.What law did Paul say he served with his mind? (25) 5.What law did Paul say he served with his flesh? (25) 1.To whom is there no condemnation? (1) 2.What has made us free from the law of sin and death? (2) 3.Who condemned sin in the flesh? (3) 4.How do we fulfill the righteous requirements of the law? (4)

12 5.What are the two mind sets and the results of each? (6) 6.Who cannot please God? (8) 7.What is required to be one of Christ s? (9) 8.What will the Spirit of Christ that dwells in you do for you? (11) 9.Who are the sons of God? (14) 10.What does the Spirit bear witness? (16-17) 11. What is not worthy to be compared with the glory that shall be revealed in us? (18) 12. From what will the creation itself be delivered? (21) 13. For what do we groan? (23) 14. In what else does the Spirit help us? (26) 15. For whom do all things work together for good? (28) 16. What does God also do for those whom He foreknew? (29-30) 17. How did Paul answer the question If God is for us, who can be against us? (31-34) 18. What seventeen things did Paul write that are not able to separate us from the Love of God? (35-36,38-39) Chapter 9 1.Why did Paul have great sorrow and continual grief? (1-5) 2.From whom are the children of God? (6-9) 3.What did God say regarding Jacob and Esau before they were born? (10-13) 4.On whom does God show mercy? (15-16,18) 5.Whose heart does God harden? (17-18) 6.What illustration was used to show that God can do as He wills? (19-23) 7.Who did God call in addition to the Jews? (24) 8.What did Paul quote from Hosea? (25-26) 9.According to Isaiah what part of Israel will be saved? (27-28) 10. How did the Gentiles attain unto righteousness? (30) 11. Why didn t Israel attain unto righteousness? (31-32) 12. At what did Israel stumble? (32-33) 19. What are we in these things through Him that loved us? (37)