Guidepost Verses. Proverbs 14:12. Romans 4: Joshua 1:8. 1 Samuel 12:24. From the Kingdom Blvd. to the Gentile Byway 1 Cor.

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2 Guidepost Verses These verses apply to a series of lessons and teach an important principle to be learned. Unit I Beginning Journeys on the Highway of Life Proverbs 14:12 Unit II From Ararat to Egypt Romans 4:20-21 Unit III From the Red Sea to the Promised Land Joshua 1:8 Unit IV From Jerusalem to Babylon Unit V Unit VI 1 Samuel 12:24 From the Kingdom Blvd. to the Gentile Byway 1 Cor. 15:3-4 From the Gentile Byway to the Kingdom Ephesians 2:8-10

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5 Glossary These terms /concepts will be mentioned in the lessons. See the Scripture reference indicated for a good example of the meaning of the term. Ambassador (2 Cor 5:20) Babel An authorized representative or messenger. Confusion or mixture. Dispensation (Eph 3:2) A particular revelation of the will of God. Faith (Heb 11:1,6) Confidence in the absolute truthfulness of every statement which comes from God Fear (Deut 10:12) Fright, to be afraid. Reverential regard for, as to fear God. Grace (Eph 2:8-9) Mediator (1Tim 2:5) Millennium Mystery (Eph 3:1-9) Offering Patriarch Plague Promise Prophet (Isaiah 6:8) The unmerited favor of God. When we get something that we don t deserve. God s Riches At Christ s Expense One who intercedes to settle differences between people. 1,000 years. Something which could not be known or understood until it is revealed. A secret hidden from the world until the appointed time. An expression used by the Apostle Paul to refer to the Age of Grace. Something presented in worship to God. The father or ruler of a family or tribe. An affliction sent by God as a punishment for sin. An engagement to do or not to do something. An authoritative messenger from God who communicated to the people His Word. The prophets message may be forth-telling (for that people & time) and / or foretelling (pertaining to people in a future time). Rapture (1 Thes 4:13-18) State of being carried away with great joy. Reference to a time when the believer will be caught away to meet Christ in the air. The event that will mark the end of the Age of Grace. Repent (Rev. 16:9-11) A turning around; a change of direction. To change one s ways. To deeply regret. Tribulation (Matt 24:21) Great misery or distress from oppression.

6 Unit I Lesson #2 First Travelers on the Highway of Life Bible Coverage: Genesis ch 1-3 Guidepost Verse: Proverbs 14:12 Dispensation: Innocence Gen. 1:28-30; 2:15-17 Conscience Gen. 3:7-19 The Travelers Gen 3:20-21 Location Gen 2:8-14 River References Modern Day Country Directions Given to Travelers Gen 1:28 Gen 2:15 Gen 2:16-17 Actions of the Travelers Gen 3:1-6 Gen 3:7 Gen 3:8 God s Judgment Gen 3:14-19 God s Grace Demonstrated in the Judgment

7 Application Suppose it was you instead of Adam or Eve. Do you think the results would have been any different? Why? How are all of us affected by the sin of Adam & Eve? (Sometimes called the Romans Road) Romans 5:12 Romans 3:9-12 Romans 3:23 Romans 6:23 How Satan works For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh and the lust of the eyes and the boastful pride of life, is not from the Father, but is from the world. And the world is passing away, and also its lusts; but the one who does the will of God abides forever. 1 John 2:16-17 Gen 3:1-6 Matt 4:1-11 How Satan Tempted Eve Tempted Jesus Tempts You the lust of the flesh lust of the eyes boastful pride of life From the Life Application Bible How Adam and Eve broke their relationship with God: (1) they became convinced their way was better than God's (2) they became self-conscious and hid (3) they tried to excuse and defend themselves. To build a relationship with God we must reverse those steps: (3) we must drop our excuses and self-defenses (2) we must stop trying to hide from God (1) we must become convinced that God's way is better than our way. My Action Point from this Lesson is

8 Unit I Lesson #3 The First Children on the Highway of Life Dispensation: 3:7-19 After reading Gen. 4:1-15 answer to the following: Bible Coverage: Genesis 4:1-15 Guidepost Verse: Proverbs 14:12 Conscience Gen. What offerings did Cain & Abel bring? How did the Lord respond to their offerings? How did Cain react? What question did God ask Cain? What answer did Cain give God? How was Cain punished? A Study of Contrasts: Cain Abel Meaning of Name possession (hope fixed on earthly exhalation (ascent to higher regions) things) (wanderer, searching Occupation (fixed piece of land) for better pastures) Actions (obeyed/disobeyed) (leaves God s presence & busies (offers a sacrifice which is a confession himself with cities & works of iron and brass) of sin & an expression of desire for fellowship with God) Summary Stmt. A man of desire. A man of desire. Which of the two was the firstborn? What s the significance of the birth order? (see 1 Cor 15:45-49) What does Heb. 11:4 tell us? What is faith? (see Heb. 11:1 & put it into your own words) How important is faith? (see Heb. 11:6)

9 Application Do you think that Cain & Abel had to guess at what to offer God? Give some reasons for your answer. Based on this account will mankind ever be able to bring about World Peace? Who is the only one who can? (see Isaiah 9:6-7) What can you learn from Cain s actions? Rom 5:12 Gen 4:9 Gen 4:7 Gen 4:8 Cain Gen 4:5 Gen 4:5 Gen 4:5 Circle of Sin What can you learn from Abel s actions? Why bring an offering to God? Does God desire an offering today? (see Rom. 12:1-2) My Action Point from this Lesson is

10 Unit I Lesson #4 The 1 st Space Traveler on the Highway of Life Bible Coverage: Genesis 5:1-24 Guidepost Verse: Proverbs 14:12 Dispensation: Conscience Gen. 3:7-19 The Situation after the Death of Abel: A third son was born to Adam & Eve. His name was (Gen. 4:25). Why was the birth of the third son necessary? Match the name of the descendent of Adam with the person s age at death as described in Gen. 5:6-31 Seth 895 years Enosh 910 years Cainan 365 years Mahalaleel 969 years Jared 777 years Enoch 905 years Methuselah 962 years Lamech 912 years Noah 950 years Who lived the longest? Who was short-changed? What is unique about Enoch as compared to all the other individuals described? The Uniqueness of Enoch: Gen. 5:24a (Highway verse) _ Jude Hebrews 11:5 (Highway verse) Gen. 5:24b Enoch & the Believer Today: Enoch and his experience are a type of something which could happen at any moment to believer s today. This hope of the believer is referred to as the

11 Application: Points we need to understand about the Rapture (1 Thes. 4:13-18) to participate a person must (v14) two groups of people are described (v15) we will meet the Lord (v17) which group will meet Jesus first? (v15) after the rapture takes place where will we be (v17) what should understanding this mean to us? (v18) Other statements in Scripture concerning the Rapture: 1 Cor. 15:51-57 Titus 2:13 Based on the above passages what must happen before the Rapture can occur? Until the Rapture occurs or the Lord calls us home through death, what should the Believer do? Gen 5:24 Enoch with God Deut. 5:33 Eph. 5:1-4 Eph. 5:15-17 Col. 1:9-10 Col. 2:6-7 Col. 3 Col. 4:2-6 My Action Point from this Lesson is

12 Unit II Lesson #5 The Great Washout on the Highway of Life Bible Coverage: Genesis ch Guidepost Verse: Romans 4:20-21 Dispensation: Conscience Gen. 3:7-19 Human Gov t. Gen. 9:1-7 The Condition of Mankind Before the Flood Gen. 6:5-7, How did God decide to judge the earth? (Gen. 6:17) What was unique about this (compare Gen. 7:12 with 2:6) The Uniqueness of Noah Gen. 6:8 Gen. 6:9 (3 statements) Heb. 11:7 Gen. 7:1 2 Peter 2:5 Noah and Numbers How long did Noah have to prepare for the flood? (6:3) How many sons did Noah have? (6:10) What were the dimensions of the ark? (6:15) How many windows, doors & levels did the ark have? (6:16) How many of each animal was Noah to take with him? (6:19-21) What about the clean animals? (7:2-3) How long was it going to rain? (7:4) How old was Noah when the flood came? (7:11) How high did the flood waters rise? (7:19-20) How long did the water cover the earth? (7:24) How long were Noah & his family in the ark? (8:13-16)

13 With the end of the flood, the Dispensation of Conscience came to an end and the Dispensation of Human Government began. The instructions given by God for this Dispensation were (Gen. 9:1-9): Application: ARK Jesus One Door The Door was the ONLY WAY for Noah & his family to be saved from the flood. For us, Jesus is the ONLY WAY to be saved. John 14:6 Acts 4:12 Rev. 3:20 My Action Point from this Lesson is

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15 Unit II Lesson #6 The Fork in the Road at Confusion Corners Bible Coverage: Genesis ch. 11 Guidepost Verse: Romans 4:20-21 Dispensation: Human Gov t. Gen. 9:1-7 Promise Gen. 12:1-3 The Condition of Mankind Subsequent to Noah Communication: Gen. 11:1 Location : Gen. 11:2 Action: Gen. 11:3-4 Compare the plans of mankind with the instructions God gave Noah at Gen. 9:1 Further information given on the state of mankind at this time in Romans 1:18-32: When they knew God 1. v21 2. v21 3. v21 4. v21 5. v22 6. v23 7. v25 8. v32 Summary God Reacts Communication: Gen. 11:6-7 Location: Gen. 11:8-9 (Highway verse) Action: Romans 1:24, 28 (Highway verse)

16 On the Highway of Life, what resulted is pictured by the one road being divided into two at the Tower of Babel. The road to the right is referred to as. The road to the left is called and our journey will continue on this road for the moment. Application: We ve seen the wrong choices that people make in Romans ch. 1. Now let s examine the positive choices we can make: From the Apostle Paul s example: v15 v16 v17 Have you accepted or are you still in denial? (v18-20) Take the negatives of vv21-32 and express them as positive actions for the believer: When they knew God 1. v21 2. v21 3. v21 4. v21 5. v22 6. v23 7. v25 v32 Summary My Action Point from this Lesson is

17 Unit II Lesson #7 Journeying on the Promise Road Bible Coverage: Genesis ch Guidepost Verse: Romans 4:20-21 Dispensation: Promise Gen. 12:1-3 A Great Thing about God A is: an assurance that God has given in His Word of bestowing blessings on His people; an engagement to do or not to do something; grounds for expectation of good things in the future. Can God break a promise? (Heb. 6:13-18) What special promise did God make to Adam and Eve? With what happened at the Tower of Babel and the description at Romans ch1, how was God to keep that promise? God s Promise to Abraham (Gen. 12:1-3 Highway verse) The Significance of a Name Abram means high father. Abraham means father of many nations. Abraham has a son whose name was, who had 2 sons whose names were. had 12 sons, whose descendants became the. The became the nation of. From came the Redeemer. Some day will rule the earth for 1,000 years, and in doing so will completely fulfill the Promise to Abraham.

18 Fulfillment of the Promise was conditional and based on Gen. 12:1,4,7 Gen. 14:21-23; 15:1,5-7 Gen. 22:1-3,16-18 How did Abraham obtain Righteousness (Right-standing) with God? Heb. 11:8-9 Heb. 11:17-19 Gen. 15:6 Did Abraham obtain righteousness by obeying some law? Romans 4:1-5; 9-16 Application: How do you obtain right-standing with God? Rom. 4:5 Eph. 2:8-10 Titus 3:5-8 My Action Point from this Lesson is

19 Unit II Lesson #8 Promise Road Detours Through Egypt Bible Coverage: Genesis ch Guidepost Verse: Romans 4:20-21 Dispensation: Promise Gen. 12:1-3 Review of Prior Classes Note what s important about each person / object that we have studied thus far: Adam & Eve Cain & Abel Enoch The Ark Noah built Tower of Babel Abraham The Patriarchs The Promise made to Abraham (Gen 12:1-3) was in turn made to each of the following Patriarchs: Isaac Gen. 26:4, 24 (Highway verse) Jacob Gen. 28:13-15 (Highway verse) Joseph Gen. 48:3-5, 50:24 (Highway verse) The Life of Joseph (son of Jacob) Joseph is one of the few individuals in the Bible where no sin is recorded. As believers today his life provides us an example of living. (all Scripture references are in Genesis) Example #1 Background: Compare Joseph with his brothers. 37:2-3 How did his brothers react? 37:4-5 What did Joseph dream & what did it mean? 37:6-11 What did Joseph s brothers do? 37:18-28 What became of Joseph in Egypt? 39:1-6 Example #2 Background: How was Joseph tested? 39:7-13 How did Joseph respond? 39:7-13 What resulted? 39:16-21; 40:8; 41:1,14,38-41 Example #3 Background: How did Joseph react when he next saw his brothers? 42:21-25; 43:26-30 Did Joseph treat his brothers as they had treated him? 45:1-8

20 Example #4 Background: When Joseph revealed his identity, what did he direct his brothers to do? 45:9-11,18 Application: Does Joseph (his life and his actions) remind you of anyone else in the Bible? Who are we to be like? 1 Cor. 11:1 Phil. 2:5-7 Like we see in the life of Joseph, here are examples in the New Testament where we are encouraged to live our lives ( walk ) the same way: Example #1 Col. 3:9 Example #2 Example #3 Example #4 1 Cor. 10:13 Col. 3:12-13 Eph. 6:1-3 My Action Point from this Lesson is

21 Unit III Lesson #9 Moses, the Passover & the Pass-Thru Bible Coverage: Exodus ch Guidepost Verse: Joshua 1:8 Dispensation: Promise Gen. 12:1-3 Why were the Hebrews in Egypt? Gen. 45:9-11 Gen. 15:13-14; Ex. 12:40-41 Ex. 6:6-7; 7:1-5 Why did Israel s favored position in Egypt change? Ex. 1:6-10 How did Pharaoh attempt to control the Hebrews? Ex. 1:11-22 How did God answer the cry of His people Ex. 2:23-3:10 God Demonstrates His Power Through Signs, Miracles & Plagues 1. Ex. 7: Ex. 7: Ex. 8: Ex. 8: Ex. 8: Ex. 9: Ex. 9: Ex. 9: Ex. 10: Ex. 10: Ex. 11:4-8; 12:12-13 (Highway verse)

22 Do you think there was any special significance in what God chose to do through the plagues? The Exodus What was the number of Israelites that left Egypt? Ex. 12:37 God heard & saved His people from their plight in Egypt. How did He later demonstrate His power and again save Israel? Ex. 14:13,21-28 How did the Israelites react to the events which had transpired? Ex. 14:29-31 Pharaoh & Egypt are types (symbolic reminders) of Why did God save the Israelites? What lesson can we learn from these events? (hint Exodus 12:28; 14:31) Application: Attitudes God Desires in Prayer: Repentance 2 Chron. 7:14 Trust Him Phil. 4:6-7 Thankfulness 1 Thes. 5:16-18 What other attitudes can you think of? My Action Point from this Lesson is

23 Unit III Lesson #10 A Mountain Shadows Promise Road Bible Coverage: Exodus ch Guidepost Verse: Joshua 1:8 Dispensation: Promise Gen. 12:1-3 Law Exodus 19:3-8 Exodus 15:22 Then Moses led Israel from the Red Sea, and they went out into the wilderness of Shur; and they went three days into the wilderness Exodus 12:7 tells us there were 600,000 men. Counting the women and children there must have been about 3 million people in total. If they were to become a nation, they would need to know how to govern justly and live together peacefully. So, now God is going to test them to see if they are ready. The Testings Reference Test Reaction of the People Solution Pass / & Place Fail Marah bitter waters Exodus 15:23-25 Wilderness no food Exodus 16:1-4 Rephidim no water Exodus 17:1-7 Israel proved themselves to be a people who were sinful and ungrateful. Therefore God acts to begin to train and discipline them. The Law is Added to the Promise The Warning Exodus 19:3-7 The People s Response Ex. 19:8 The Preparation Ex 19:9-25 The Law is Given The Ten Commandments Ex 20:2-17 (see back of page) The Judgments, Ordinances & Instructions for the Tabernacle (Ex ch21 on into Leviticus) These instructions are being added to the Promise because of Israel s sinfulness and because the people did not realize what sin was or understand God s holiness. The People s Response Ex 32:1-6 Israel broke the Law before they even saw it. This proves why God had to add the Law to the Promise ( through the Law comes knowledge of sin. Rom 3:20).

24 The Law was Given ONLY to Israel Sometimes people living today become confused about the Law (specifically, the Ten Commandments). They believe that they were given to the world and that by trying to keep them, they can please God and be saved. But God tells us in the Bible: Rom. 3:20-24,28 Rom. 4:1-5 Rom. 5:1-2 Gal. 3:19 Rom. 3:31 Gal. 3:17-18 Heb. 10:1 Application: If obeying the Ten Commandments can t save us, is there any application of the Commandments for the e Believer today? (Write the number of the commandment that corresponds to the NT Bible Reference) 1. You shall have no other Gods before me. Acts 14:15 2. You shall not make an idol or worship it. James 5:12 3. You shall not take the name of the Lord your God in vain. Hebrews 13:5 4. Remember the Sabbath day to keep it holy. Ephesians 5:3 5. Honor your father and your mother. 1 John 5:21 6. You shall not murder. Colossians 3:9 7. You shall not commit adultery. Ephesians 6:1 8. You shall not steal. 1 Peter 4:15 9. You shall not bear false witness. Ephesians 4:28 10.You shall not covet anything that is your neighbor s. Which of the Ten Commandments is not repeated in the New Testament?. Why? Colossians 2:16-17 Hebrews 4:9-16 My Action Point from this Lesson is

25 Unit III Lesson #11 Under the Law on Promise Road Bible Coverage: Numbers ch Guidepost Verse: Joshua 1:8 Dispensation: Law Exodus 19:3-8 What Time is It? Exodus 19:1 Numbers 9:1 How much time had elapsed? During this period: the Law (Ten Commandments, Judgments & Ordinances) was given to Moses the directions were given for constructing the Tabernacle and it was built the priests and Levites were consecrated & they began their service in the Tabernacle. Now it is time for the people to journey to the Promised Land. The March Under the Law on Promise Road Off to a Good Start, Num. 8:20 Num. 9:15-23 But, then The Sin The Consequences Moses Prayer & The Result 11:1 11:1 11:2 11:4 11: :33 12:1-2 12: : :31-14:4 14:29,34 14:19-23 Israel s Mediator We have seen that, as the Israelites traveled down the Highway of Life, they sinned over and over again and deserved to be wiped out (Num. 14:11-12). The prayers of Moses, acting as a mediator between an angry God and a disobedient people, saved the people from the destruction they deserved.

26 The Christian s Mediator According to the Bible, all people deserve to be wiped out: Rom. 3:9-18 Rom. 6:23 But God did something for us that we will never be able to deserve: Rom. 5:8 Heb. 7:25 He provided us a mediator: 1 Tim. 2:5-6 Jesus stands between us and the anger of God for sin. Christ has taken our deserved punishment upon the cross and now when we receive Him as our Savior, God sees us in Him. Application: In addition to understanding that Jesus is our Mediator, there is another important truth that we can learn from the Israelite s bad example. Why do you suppose the Israelites got off to a good start, but had a lousy finish? Do you see parallels between your life and theirs? (consider both the physical and the spiritual realm) Strong starts combined with good finishes have always been a problem for us. Note your thoughts from these encouragement s that God gives us: Galatians 6:9 2 Cor. 4:16-18 Heb. 12:1-4 Phil. 4: Tim. 4:5-8 My Action Point from this Lesson is

27 Unit III Lesson #12 Joshua Leads to the Promised Land Bible Coverage: Joshua ch Guidepost Verse: Joshua 1:8 Dispensation: Law Exodus 19:3-8 During the 40 years of wandering, those who had murmured and disobeyed in the wilderness died (Numbers ch.13-14). After the death of Moses (Deut. 34) a leader was appointed (Deut. 34:9). His name was. He was chosen because he had shown his faith at Kadesh-Barnea when the unbelieving spies had feared to go into the land. The Promises God spoke to Joshua and made definite promises: Joshua 1:3 1:5 1:6 The Promises were conditioned by (Josh 1:7-8) The Conquest The crossing of the Jordan River (Josh 3:14-17) What happened? Battle of Jericho (Joshua ch 6) The instructions (v2-5) The action (v11-16,20) The battle (v21-24) Israel s incomplete obedience (Joshua ch 7) The sin (v1) The result (v2-5) Joshua s prayer (v6-9) The Lord s response (v10-13) The action taken (v14-15) The judgment (v16-26) Battle of Ai (Joshua ch 8) The instructions (v1-2) The action (v3-9)

28 The battle (v10-22) Joshua s partial failure (Joshua ch 9) The plan of the Gibeonites (v3-13) Joshua s failure (v14-16) _ The deceit is discovered (v17, 22-27) Battle of Gibeon (Joshua ch 10) The scene (v1-4,6) The instructions (v7-8) The battle (v9-14) There were many more skirmishes and battles. When obedient, the Israelites won great victories; when not completely obedient, there were lessor victories. Finally however, the greater part of the land was conquered even though all of the idolatrous people of the land were not put to death as God had commanded. We shall see later how these people caused trouble and sorrow for Israel. Application: As the Israelites had a promised place (the Promised Land), we also have a promised place were are journeying to day by day. It is referred to as (Eph 2:6). After we receive Christ as our Savior, God sees us as, spiritually, already seated in that place. As God helped Israel in the conquest of the Promised Land, he also provides the believer today with help to withstand Satan. Besides the believer and God, who else is in the heavenly places? (Eph 6:12) The weapons that God provides for us: (Eph 6:11-17) Helmet of Breastplate of Shield of Girded with Wear on your feet Sword of the Spirit, which is the These items all refer to What brought victory to the Israelites? What will bring victory to the Christian? My Action Point from this Lesson is

29 Lesson #13 Review Bible Coverage: Genesis to Joshua 1. Why is this study called the Highway of Life? 2. How would you describe God s grace? 3. What must we understand about death? 4. How are all of us affected by the sin of Adam & Eve? 5. Like Satan tempted Eve & Jesus, how does he tempt us? 6. Cain was described as a man of desire & Abel as a man of desire. 7. What lesson do we need to learn from the birth order of the first 2 sons (1 Cor 15:46-49) 8. What s the lesson of the Circle of Sin? 9. What made Enoch unique? 10. God taking of Enoch reminds us of 11. Until God takes us home, like Enoch we should 12. In your own words describe what you need to understand about Proverbs 14: As you examine Noah s life, what are some great examples you can follow? 14. What important truth must we understand about the ark and its one door compared with Jesus and the Cross? 15. As you compare what the Apostle Paul wrote about mankind at the Tower of Babel (Rom 1:18-32) with the way people are today, what do you conclude?

30 16. Looking back note the similarities and differences in the instructions God gave in each dispensation: Dispensation Instructions Similarities Differences Salvation By (Gen 1:28-31; 2:15-17) Innocence Multiply, tend garden, don t eat FTKE (Gen 3:7-21) Conscience Multiply, work, submit, sacrifice (Gen 8:15-9:17) Human Gov t Multiply, replenish earth, responsibility (Gen 12:1-3) Promise Leave & follow me (Exodus 19:3-8) Law Obey my voice, keep my covenant 17. What s the significant point we need to understand about what happened at the Tower of Babel? (Hint: look at the Highway of Life diagram and what happens to the road) 18. What are the 4 examples for living we can learn from the life of Jacob s son, Joseph? 19. What was God demonstrating through the plagues he worked through Moses in Egypt? 20. Why did God give the Law to Moses? 21. What application does the Law have for the believer today? 22. What do we need to understand from the events described in the book of Joshua?

31 Unit IV Lesson #14 From Promise Road to Kingdom Boulevard Bible Coverage: 1 Samuel ch 8 to 2 Samuel ch 6 Guidepost Verse: 1 Samuel 12:24 Dispensation: Law Exodus 19:3-8 In Lesson #12 we left the Israelites settling in the Promised Land. Each of the 12 tribes received an inheritance, which was a portion of the land. It is now about 307 years later. What usually happens as time passes and the number of people increase? When did this happen before? The Book of Judges ends with these words, In those days there was no king in Israel; everyone did what was right in his own eyes. The Demand for a King For 300 years God had raised up Judges to rule over Israel. Samuel, who was the present Judge, had become old, and the prospects of his sons ruling after his death did not please the people. Why? 1 Sam. 8:3-6 What demand did the people make? 1 Sam. 8:5-6 The Warning 1 Sam. 8:11-18 The Response of the Israelites 1 Sam. 8:19-20 Saul and David Contrasted (Unless otherwise indicated all references are in 1 Samuel) SAUL DAVID 9:2 16:12 13: :32 15:19 17:37, :11 18:1 18:8-9 24: :11 2 Sam 2:1 28:7 2 Sam 6:19 2 Sam 6:17-18

32 The Laws on Kingdom Boulevard From what you ve noted above indicate whether (1 Samuel 12:14) Saul and David (O) Obeyed or (D) Disobeyed Saul David Application: Why did Saul fail and David succeed? Because David obeyed, he was chosen by God to be one of the line of people through whom the Promised Redeemer would come. Note the similarities between what God expected of the Israelites (1 Sam 12:14) then and us today: 1. 2 Cor. 5: Col 3: Rom. 6: Thes. 4:2-7 My Action Point from this Lesson is

33 Unit IV Lesson #15 Solomon s Glorious Kingdom Bible Coverage: 1 Kings ch 1-12; 2 Chronicles ch 1-9 Guidepost Verse: 1 Samuel 12:24 Dispensation: Law Exodus 19:3-8 King David s Legacy After David became king he wanted to build a temple for the Lord where the Ark of God, which had been in a tent for many years, could rest. But God did not want David to build the temple so the Lord appeared to Nathan, the prophet, with a message: 1 Chron. 22:6-11 Solomon, David s son, followed in his father s footsteps. He loved God and wanted to please Him. When David became very old he made his son, Solomon, the King of Israel. God Grants Solomon a Wish 2 Chron. 1:7 Solomon s wish 2 Chron 1:10 God s Response 2 Chron. 1:11-12 What is Wisdom? Dictionary 1 Kings 3:9 Solomon s Use of Wisdom Judging the people: 1 Kings 3:16-28 Building the Kingdom of Israel: Construction 2 Chron 2:1,4-5; 5:1 2 Chron. 7:11 2 Chron. 8:2,4-6 2 Chron. 9:25 War 2 Chron. 1:14,17 2 Chron. 8:9-10 Commerce 2 Chron. 8:17-18; 9:21 2 Chron. 9:13-16

34 Finance 2 Chron. 1:15 2 Chron. 8:7-8 Culture 2 Chron. 9:11 1 Kings 4: Chron. 9:17-20 Hospitality 2 Chron. 9:1-2 1 Kings 4:34 Worship 1 Kings 8: Chron. 8:12, 16 2 Chron. 6:12 Application: The Results of Wisdom 1 Kings 10:23-24 Solomon s success resulted from: 2 Chron. 7:17-18 Compare with 1 Sam. 12:24 How can a Christian obtain wisdom today? 1 Cor. 1:30 2 Tim. 2:15 Phil. 4:6-9 The Bible contains a collection of wise sayings which Solomon arranged The Book of Proverbs. Compare the New Testament verses above with verses found in the Book of Proverbs: Prvb 1:7 Prvb. 2:6 Prvb. 3:5-6 There are 31 chapters in the Book of Proverbs think of them as one chapter of good advice for each day of the month. My Action Point from this Lesson is

35 Unit IV Lesson #16 Captivity Detour Bible Coverage: 1 & 2 Kings 1& 2 Chronicles Guidepost Verse: 1 Samuel 12:24 Dispensation: Law Exodus 19:3-8 When God gave the Law and commandments to Israel, He told them that that blessings of rain & sunshine, peace & safety, and victory over enemies would be theirs if they would obey His commandments. But if they made idols and did not keep the Sabbaths, the curse of pestilence, death, wild beasts, desolation and finally defeat by their enemies would be theirs. (Lev. 26) Solomon knew all of these commandments, but as he grew older he and those who followed him became careless: The Wise King Who Became a Fool God s direction to Solomon 2 Chr 7:17-20 Solomon s actions when he became old: 1 Ki 11:1-3 1 Ki 11:4-8 The Result 1 Ki 11:9-13 The Young King Who Became a Fool, King of The problem 1 Ki 12:3-4 The advice 1 Ki 12:6-7 12:9-11 The decision 1 Ki 12:8,13-14 The result 1 Ki 12:16-20 The Rebel King Who Became a Fool, King of God s direction 1 Ki 11:29-38 The King s fear 1 Ki 12:26-27 His actions 1 Ki 12: :33-34

36 The Captivities During the years which followed there were 18 wicked kings which followed in the steps of Jeroboam. There were 18 kings and 1 queen which followed Rehoboam. Eight of the kings of Judah could be called good, but they could not undo all of the evil of the wicked ones. The wicked kings led the people into idolatry and other acts of disobedience against God. You cannot continue to sin against God without Him bringing judgment. God raised up the prophets to tell of the coming judgment, and finally it came. First the northern kingdom of Israel in 721 BC by the Assyrians: 2 Ki 17:1-23 Then the southern kingdom of Judah was taken captive by the Babylonians about 600 BC: 2 Ki 24: Ki 25:1-11 It doesn t matter what dispensation we live in, sin will always bring terrible consequences. It s foolish to continue to sin. Application: Even if a person gets off to a good start in their walk with the Lord, this lesson has shown that that is not enough. What s important is not only what you did, but what you re doing. And the keys to staying close to Christ and not becoming a fool are so simple, but so important: 2 Tim 2:15 1 Thes 5: Cor 5: Cor 5:20 2 Tim 4:7-8 My Action Point from this Lesson is

37 Unit IV Lesson #17 The Prophets See Two Mountain Peaks Bible Coverage: Kings thru Malachi Guidepost Verse: 1 Samuel 12:24 Dispensation: Law Exodus 19:3-8 The Prophets Two Conflicting Views The words of the prophets often posed great dilemmas for the people. Sometimes they spoke of the Messiah, the coming King as a suffering servant and a lamb of sacrifice brought to the altar. Other times the Promised One was described as a King whose reign would be everlasting and more glorious than Solomon. The Apostle Peter tells of this problem in 1 Peter 1:11 (underline in your Bible). The people could not understand how the Promised One could be both. But as we will see, it was absolutely necessary. Look up the following verses and indicate which refer to the suffering of Christ and which refer to His glory. Also indicate the particular aspect of His suffering or glory that is being described: Zechariah 11:12-13 Psalm 22: Chronicles 17:11-15 Psalm 2:6-8 Psalm 22:16-18 Micah 5:1-2 Isaiah 9:6-7 Isaiah 50:6 Isaiah 53:9 Daniel 7:13 Isaiah 53:9 Daniel 7:14 Psalm 16:8-11 Daniel 7:14 Psalm 69:21 Isaiah 53:4-6 Christ s Suffering Christ s Glory

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39 Unit V Lesson #18 Behold, Here Comes Your King! Bible Coverage: Selections from the Gospels Guidepost Verse: 1 Corinthians 15:3-4 Dispensation: Law Exodus 19:3-8 Last week we considered the view of the prophets who were the authoritative and infallible teachers of God s will. They were commissioned to warn the kings and the people of Israel and Judah to turn back to God from idols, but instead of listening to the prophets, the people persecuted them. Finally, after the captivities came upon Israel and Judah, the voice of the prophets was silenced and God did not communicate with His people for 400 years. But at the end of this time something wonderful began to happen. Imagine that you were alive at the time Jesus appeared on the scene. You are one of the Israelites and you are watching to see if He is really the Messiah who had been promised by the prophets and by God from the time of Adam. From the list of Bible references below indicate which prove: Jesus is the Son of God, the Promised King and the Savior from sin. Luke 1:30-33; Matt. 1:20-23 Matt. 8:23-27 Luke 2:8-14; Matt. 2:1-2,11 John 9:1-9, Matt. 3:1-3; 4:17 John 11:14-26; Matt. 3:13-17 Matt. 15:22-28 Matt. 8:2-4 Matt. 21:6-11 Verses Which Prove Jesus is the Son of God Verses Which Indicate Jesus is the Promised King

40 Verses Which Indicate Jesus is the Savior of the World Application: What s your conclusion from the information just reviewed? What should you do about it? Gal. 2:20 Phil. 2:5-11 Rom. 5:6-11 My Action Point from this Lesson is

41 Unit V Lesson #19 Calvary s Mountain Shadows Kingdom Blvd. Bible Coverage: Selections from the Gospels Guidepost Verse: 1 Corinthians 15:3-4 Dispensation: Law Exodus 19:3-8 In lesson 18 we saw how the miraculous signs, wonders and the teachings of Jesus proved that He IS the Son of God, the Promised King of Israel, & the Savior of the World. Now, let s look at the life of Jesus from a different perspective and see that the events and prophecies concerning His suffering are just as convincing. Match the Old Testament prophecies listed below with the New Testament verses which describe their fulfillment. Old Testament Prophecy Isaiah 53:9 with the rich in His death New Testament Fulfillment Matt. 26:14-16; Psalm 34:20; Zech 12:10 no bone broken, side pierced Psalm 22:1 forsaken by God Psalm 22:18 cast lots for His coat Psalm 22:16 pierced hands & feet Psalm 69:21 vinegar & gall Isaiah 50:6; Micah 5:1 spit on & smitten Zech 11:12-13 betrayed for 30 pieces of silver Matt. 26:65-68 Matt. 27:34 John 19:16-22 John 19:23-24 Matt 27:45-50 John 19:31-37 John 19:38-42 Application: Is Jesus the promised Savior? Why? Is He YOUR Savior? Why? My Action Point from this Lesson is

42 Unit V Lesson #20 Peter Directs Traffic on Kingdom Blvd. Bible Coverage: Acts ch. 1-7 Guidepost Verse: 1 Corinthians 15:3-4 Dispensation: Law Exodus 19:3-8 Jesus is alive! Imagine the joy of His disciples. He showed Himself alive to over 500 people besides the Apostles and spoke to them concerning the promised Kingdom. God was going to give Israel a final test to prove their hearts. He would set up the Kingdom if they would only accept Jesus as their Messiah / King. In the past they turned from God when they chose a king and served idols; they crucified the Son of God; and now let s see what they did when the Holy Spirit was given. Jesus Resurrection Describe in your own words why the resurrection was necessary (see 1 Cor. 15:12-19) Jesus Ministry after the Resurrection Proof of His Resurrection (1 Cor. 15:5-8; John 21:12-14) His Message (Acts 1:3) The question of the Apostles (Acts 1:6) Was their question a legitimate one? Jesus Response (Acts 1:7) The Instructions (Acts 1:8) _ Who were the Apostles to proclaim the Gospel to? (Hint - Joel 3:1-2; Matt 10:5-7) Jesus Leaves & the promise of His return (Acts 1:9-12) What return/coming is being referred to? (Hint - Zech. 14:1-9) Pentecost - a celebration of an annual Jewish feast unique from all the others: The events preceding the day: Acts 1:4-5 1:14 1:21-22

43 The day (God through Peter and the Apostles offers again to restore the Kingdom to a believing and repenting Israel.) The Message -- Acts 2:14-21 (compare to Joel 2:27-29) Who the Message was delivered to: Acts 2:5-11 2:22 2:36 The instructions Peter gave (Acts 2:38; 3:19-21) The Response of Israel to God: Acts 4:1-4; :17-20; :11-15; 7:51-52,58 Application: Did Israel accept or reject God s offer of the Kingdom? God s desire was to use Israel as His representatives to share the Gospel with the Gentiles. Exodus 19:5-8 Zechariah 8:20-23 But with the Gentiles set aside at and the Jews set aside here because of their rejection of Jesus as the Promised Messiah, what will become of God s Plan and how will people be saved from their sins? Hint: Romans 11:30-32 My Action Point from this Lesson is

44 Unit V Lesson #21 Gentile Byway Joins Kingdom Blvd. Bible Coverage: Acts ch. 8-9 Guidepost Verse: 1 Corinthians 15:3-4 Dispensation: Grace Ephesians 3:1-12 Word Association: All of the words below are in some way associated with the Highway of Life. Write in the space below what this word reminds you of. Refer to the Highway of Life chart if you need a reminder. 1. Confusion 2. Human Race 3. Gentile 4. Abraham 5. Jews 6. Promise 7. Kingdom To sum it all up, we look back to Confusion Corners where God gave up the human race, called Abraham, and made him promises concerning a nation and a Savior. Jesus Christ came as the Savior and the Promised King to establish the Kingdom. But the Israelites rejected the Savior and the offer of the Kingdom. Because of this God did something different and new from what He had revealed as His plan. When Stephen was being stoned there was a man standing by who has holding the garments of those who were throwing the stones. His name was Saul, a brilliant young Jew who had been a student of the best teachers of the day. He was fearless, honest and lived his life adhering very closely to the Law given to Moses because he thought this would please God and result in his salvation. Today we re going to look at Saul s life from the day Stephen was stoned and to see how God chose to work through his life and bring about a radical change, just like the plan He was beginning to reveal The Change in Saul: 1. Acts 9: Acts 9: Acts 9:7 4. Acts 9: Acts 9:10-17

45 6. Acts 9: Acts 9:23 8. Acts 9: Acts 9: Gal 1:11-19 It seems probable that Saul, who we know as Paul, was in Arabia between Acts 9:22-23 ( after many days ). The message which Paul received was something very special. God had chosen not to reveal it to the prophets of the Old Testament, or to the Twelve Apostles or their disciples, until it was revealed to Paul. We ll learn more about this new message in the next lesson. Application: Notice that when God called Saul to do a job, that He also equipped him for the work. The same is true today: Eph 2: Tim 2:15 2 Cor 5:18-20 Phil 2:12-13 My Action Point from this Lesson is

46 Unit V Lesson #22 Peter Crosses Over to the Gentile Byway Bible Coverage: Acts ch Guidepost Verse: 1 Corinthians 15:3-4 Dispensation: Grace Ephesians 3:1-12 The Kingdom Key: Read Matthew 16: What was Peter given the keys to?. What was the purpose of the keys? How were they to be used? (Hint Acts 2:40-41; 5:12-14 ) At Pentecost, Peter preached a powerful sermon and 3,000 Jews trusted Jesus as their Messiah and Savior. Because of their faith, their way was also paid into the Promised Kingdom. Peter kept on preaching and using the keys, but he was preaching only to the Jews, because those were the instructions that God had given. But now, God is going to start something new and Peter must learn of the change. Today we ll see Peter using the keys of the Kingdom one more time in preparation for the change which God is revealing through the Apostle Paul. (All references here are to Acts chapter 10) Who was Cornelius? v1-2 _ What was Cornelius dream? v3-6 What was Peter s dream? v9-16 As Peter wondered about the dream, what did the Holy Spirit tell him to do? v19-20 What was the significance of the dream? v28 After hearing of Cornelius dream (v30-33) what was Peter s reaction? v34-35 Highlights of Peter s message: v36 Gospel sent by God to v39 The killed Jesus v40-41 Christ has from the dead v43 Through the name of Jesus

47 In v44-48 something amazing happens. While Peter was still speaking, the Holy Spirit came upon all who heard and they spoke in tongues and praised the Lord. The Jews who witnessed this were amazed because God had poured out His Spirit upon these Gentiles! When Peter went to Jerusalem, the Jewish believers there challenged him because he had gone to Gentiles, but when Peter told them what had happened and made it clear that is was God s doing and not his, when they heard this, they quieted down and glorified God saying, Well then, God has granted to the Gentiles also the repentance that leads to life. (Acts 11:18) Application: The Grace Key Today, we do not enter into Israel s Kingdom when we believe. We are saved by believing the message given to Paul by the risen Christ. This message is called The Gospel of the Grace of God (Acts 20:24). The Grace Key opens the door of salvation by faith so that those who believe become members of Christ s body, the Church. Their final destination is heaven, not earth (Ephesians 1:3; 2:4-7). And this is the Gospel, the Good News that people need to understand: 1 Cor 15:3-4 Romans 10:9 Eph 2:8-9 Make sure you ve heard and responded to the message and then share the Good News with others! My Action Point from this Lesson is

48 Unit VI Lesson #23 The Double Road from Gentile Byway to the Kingdom Bible Coverage: Acts ch Guidepost Verse: Ephesians 2:8-9 Dispensation: Grace Ephesians 3:1-12 Now we are at the place in our journey on the Highway of Life where Paul is called to his special ministry. We re going to look at four major confrontations which Paul experienced during his travels. Our journey begins about 10 years after Paul s conversion. He has been serving the Lord with Barnabas at the church in Antioch in Syria. While he was there the Holy Spirit directed the disciples to: (Acts 13:2) What was the work (Acts 9:15) Paul s Missionary Journeys: A. The town of Paphos on the island of Cyprus Acts 13:6-13 The Scene: The Outcome: This confrontation is significant because it reminds us of a greater truth (Hint Romans 11:25) Bar-jesus is a symbol of Paulus is a symbol of The event is symbolic of B. Antioch in Pisidia Acts 13:14-16; The Scene: The Outcome:

49 After his first missionary journey Paul and Silas went back to Antioch in Syria and reported all what had occurred (Acts 14:26-27). There was rejoicing as they reported that God had indeed opened the door of salvation to the Gentiles. Some time later they decided to take another trip to see how the new believers were progressing. C. Corinth Acts 18:1-11 The Scene: The Outcome: D. Rome Acts 28:16-31 The Scene: The Outcome: Notice that Paul went first to the synagogue in each city. God was giving the Jews every opportunity to receive Jesus as their Lord and Savior, before passing judgment on them. But each time most of them refused to listen, and Paul turned to the Gentiles who listened and believed. Israel rejected God the Father (in the Old Testament), Jesus the Son (Gospels), and the ministry of the Holy Spirit (Acts) and now God s Kingdom Plan for Israel has been temporarily set aside while He works out His new, secret purpose having to do with the Church, the Body of Christ, during the dispensation of Grace. Application: As Paul encountered opposition in sharing the Good News we can expect it also. Here some points to keep in mind: Colossians 4:5-6 1 Peter 3:15 Romans 10:13-15 Romans 8:18 2 Tim 3:10-17 My Action Point from this Lesson is

50 Unit VI Lesson #24 Paul Pilots Salvation Jet Bible Coverage: Romans - Philemon Guidepost Verse: Ephesians 2:8-9 Dispensation: Grace Ephesians 3:1-12 Mystery What does the word mean? _ The Apostle Paul uses the word to describe: Romans 16:25 Ephesians 6:18-19 Colossians 1:25-27 Colossians 4:2-3 The Mystery Revealed (Ephesians 3:1-9) v2 The dispensation committed to Paul is Define dispensation Define grace v3 How did Paul learn of the mystery? v5,9 Was this information known by anyone before Paul? v7-9 What is Paul s duty? v9 How long has God known about the details of the Mystery? Unique Elements of the Mystery (The Age of Grace) [Based on Ephesians 4:4-6] Jew and Gentile are ONE BODY in Christ: Eph 3:6 Eph 2:11-18 Gal 6:15 Christ is the ONE HEAD and believers are members of the one body, the Church: Eph 5:23 Christ is the and the of the body Eph 5:30 We are of His body. (What does this mean?)

51 Eph 5:32 This is a concerning Christ and the. 1 Cor 12:12 By ONE SPIRIT are all baptized into one body: 1 Cor 12:13 Eph 4:4-5 There is ONE HOPE, the Rapture of the one body to be with Christ, the One head: Titus 2:13 1 Thes 4: Cor 15:51-52 Application: It has been said that, All of the Bible is FOR us, but not all of the Bible is addressed TO us. What do you think this means? Suppose you read this letter: Dear, I just wanted you to know I m coming Monday and I m bringing something for you! See you soon. Love, God If your name was written in the blank, what would your attitude be? If a friend s name was written in the blank, would your attitude be different? Why? Likewise, God revealed the Age of Grace to the Apostle Paul and his books (letters) contain the instructions and promises that are addressed to us. We study and read ALL of the Bible because it demonstrates God s love and faithfulness. But we don t claim the promises or follow the instructions that He has addressed to others. That s why we pay particular attention to the information in the Pauline Epistles. They are addressed to us as believers of the Age of Grace. My Action Point from this Lesson is

52 Unit VI Lesson #25 Through Tribulation Valley to the Kingdom Bible Coverage: Revelation Guidepost Verse: Ephesians 2:8-9 Dispensation: Grace Ephesians 3:1-12 Let s take one last look at God s plan for heaven and then we ll take a look at what He has planned for the earth. God s Plan for Heaven: When Israel rejected Jesus as their King, God introduced His secret purpose to call out a special group of people who would become members of His body and who would be wit Him in the heavenlies (Eph 2:6). This has been taking place during what we call the Dispensation of Grace. Let s review God s plan for us, the Body of Christ: Why did God choose us? (Eph 2:4) What did God do for us even though we are sinners? (Eph 2:5) What is our position in Christ? (Eph 2:6) How will God treat us in the ages to come? (Eph 2:7) What is God s gift to us? (Eph 2:8) For the moment, let s assume the rapture has taken place. God has taken the Church, the Body of Christ from the earth and has completed His plan for the heavenlies and all believers of the Age of Grace have been united with Christ. God s Plan for the Earth: Beginning with the promises to Abraham and all along the Promise Road we have heard of a King and a Kingdom that would someday come where there would be no more war, suffering or poverty. Instead, there would be peace, joy and delight. But this can only come through Israel s acceptance of their King the Lord Jesus Christ. Therefore we come to the book of Revelation to see how God deals with Israel and all the others who are left behind in order to draw them to the Savior and King. The End Times Let s see what this time will be characterized by: What will happen during the 7 years of the Great Tribulation? Rev 6:12-17 (see also Joel 2 and Matthew 24:21-31) Do all people repent and turn to God? Rev 9:20-21

53 What will happen to the enemies of Christ: When He returns at the 2 nd Coming? Rev 19:20-21 At the end of the Millennial Kingdom? Rev 20:10-15 What will happen to Satan? When Christ returns at the 2 nd Coming? Rev 20:1-3 At the end of the Millennial Kingdom? Rev 20:10 Who will reign with Christ for a 1,000 years Rev 20:4 The Dispensation of the Kingdom With the enemies of Christ out of the way (Rev 19:20-21; 20:1-3), God can set up His Kingdom on the earth. This time is called the Millennium because we re told it will last for 1,000 years (Rev 20:6). This Kingdom was promised to Abraham and his descendants (the Israelites) and we know that God keeps His promises. He will establish His Kingdom on the earth with Jesus ruling on the throne of David. Let s see how the prophet Isaiah describes the Kingdom: Where will the kingdom be established? Isaiah 2:1-5 What kind of king will Jesus be? Isaiah 32:1 How will the animals behave? Isaiah 65:25 What city will be the capitol of the kingdom? Isaiah 62:1-3 The Dispensation of the Fullness of Time (Eternity Future) At the end of the Millennial Kingdom, Satan will be freed for a short time and he will once again, deceive many. A battle will take place (Rev 20:8-9) and God will destroy all that follow Satan and Satan will be cast into hell forever. Then all the unbelievers who had ever lived will be raised from the dead to stand before Jesus at the Great White Throne of Judgment (Rev 20:11-15). They will all be cast into hell where they will suffer for all eternity. The only glimpse we are given of Eternity Future is at: 2 Peter 3:10-13 Revelations chapters My Action Point from this Lesson is

54 Review of the Highway of Life Unit VI Lesson #26 FINAL REVIEW Lesson Keyword / Concept What I ve learned Adam & Eve (#2) Sin Cain & Abel (#3) Earthly vs. Spiritual Enoch (#4) Walked with God Rapture Noah (#5) One Way Tower of Babel (#6) Jew / Gentile Abraham (#7) Promise Moses (#9) Plagues Law (#10) Romans 3:20 Prophets (#17) Suffering vs. Glory Jesus (#18) Son of God Promised King Savior of the World Cross of Calvary Suffering Fulfilled (#19) Peter (#20) Kingdom offered Rejected by Israel Saul (#21) Chosen Instrument Cornelius (#22) Salvation to Gentiles Paul (#23) Preaching / Persecution Paul (#24) The Mystery End Times (#25) The Great Tribulation The Millennial Kingdom Eternity Future The time in which we live is called Our InstructionS: Saved by (Eph 2:8-9) Sharing Christ (2 Cor 5:17-20) Studying His Word (2 Tim 2:15) Speaking to God in Prayer (1 Thes 5:16-18) Serving Christ (1 Cor 4:1-2) Supporting His Work (2 Cor 9:6-15) Soldiers of Christ (2 Tim 2:3-4) Suffering for Christ (2 Tim 3:10-12)