Preached by Chris Broom, 10/08/2006
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First Principles 01: Introduction – Outline

For anyone wanting to take this faith building course, it is strongly recommended that you CONTACT A MEMBER OF OUR CHURCH and go through this eleven part free course with one of our trained members.

Download First Principles Study Series Booklet

Introduction to First Principles Course

1. Course requirements
a. This course should take a high priority in your day as it is geared to help you grasp a firmer hold on God’s Word and to deepen your understanding of his will for your life.
b. Each session two new Scriptures should be memorized for a written or verbal quiz at the beginning of each class.
c. Each study and order of Scriptures should also be memorized for the quiz.
d. Each student is required to memorize the names of all the books of the Bible.

2. Purpose of First Principles Class
a. Solidify, Hebrews 6:1-3
b. Unify, John 13:34-35
c. Multiply, Matthew 28:18-20

3. How to win people to Christ
a. Build a good friendship
i. Spend time
ii. Have discussions

b. Buy a Bible as a gift
i. A readable version
ii. Inscribe a meaningful thought

c. Find out their background
i. Life story ( also share yours)
ii. Present beliefs about God, Christ and the Bible

d. Ask your friend to study the Bible with you.

e. If they are an unbeliever about Jesus or if they are unclear about Him then
i. Study the book of John
ii. Purpose (John 20:30-31)

f. If they believe in Jesus start with the “Seeking God” study

4. Have a Christian friend you are discipling in on the study as well. Take concise notes for your non-christian friend, so they can go back and review what has been studied.

Scripture Memory for the Course
“But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect.”
1 Peter 3:15

Session 1) Jeremiah 29:11, Matthew 6:33
Session 2) John 8:31-32, Philippians 4:13
Session 3) Mark 1:17, John 13:34-35
Session 4) Acts 2:38, Philippians 4:4
Session 5) Ezekiel 18:20, Galatians 1:8
Session 6) Matthew 22:37-39, John 15:8
Session 7) Matthew 28:18-20, Luke 19:10
Session 8) Hebrews 10:24-25, 1 John 1:9
Session 9) Hebrews 12:15, Hebrews 13:17

Suggested Reading List

These books are recommended as thought-provoking and informative tools to be used in gaining insights into God’s Word. In no way are they suggested to be biblically correct on all doctrinal points.
1. Coleman: “The Master Plan of Evangelism”
2. Taylor: “The Disciplined Life”
3. Edwards: “The Tale of Three Kings”

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