Preview: “Study to shew thyself approved unto God…” II Timothy 2:15 (first part). Our journey as Christians begins and ends in the study of the Lord’s Word so that we know how to best serve and please Him. As illustrated in this lesson, God has an expectation that we take an interest in His Divine Word and that we share that knowledge with as many as we are able.
Scripture Reading: Ephesians 3:1-21.
Memory Verse: Hebrews 5:14.
1. To what are new converts likened? I Peter 2:2 (first part).
2. What are some characteristics of a babe in Christ? I Corinthians 3:1-2, Hebrews 5:13 & Ephesians 4:14.
3. What should be our attitude toward those who are not yet strong? Romans 14:1-4 & Isaiah 35:3-4.
4. What are babes expected to do? I Peter 2:2 (last part).
5. Is God displeased when we fail to grow? I Corinthians 3:1-4 & Hebrews 5:11-13.
6. What are some things that will help us grow? II Timothy 2:15, I Timothy 4:11-12 & Mark 9:25-29.
7. What exercises build spiritual strength and maturity? Hebrews 5:14 & Ephesians 3:16-21.
8. Are new converts to be excluded from positions of authority? I Timothy 3:6.
9. What was Apostle Paul’s testimony? Philippians 4:13. Do you think this indicated his spiritual maturity?
10. What is the ultimate goal for which we are to strive? Ephesians 4:11-16.