WHAT THE BIBLE SAYSWORKBOOK

To assist New Christians and Those Seeking Salvation using the lessons prepared by Phyllis V. Martin-Griffin.

By

Douglas BaylessPastor

Lawton Church of GodLawton, OK 73505

HOW TO USE THIS WORKBOOK

This workbook is designed to assist you in your study of What The Bible Says, an introductory study in important Bible topic. The lesson book contains outlines for each lesson and the Bible passages to be studied. In this workbook, you will have an opportunity to answer questions and to make your own observations concerning each lesson. For this exercise to be effective, follow these simple directions.

1. Use your Bible as you go through the lessons. While the texts are written out in the lesson book, do no use it as a substitute Bible.

2. You may use any version of the Bible, but the lesson book uses the New King James Version. It is recommended that you use the NKJV or any King James based version.

3. As you read the Bible verses, underline them in your Bible using a red pencil or a pen. This will help you to locate these verses in the future. This can also help you to memorize some of the verses.

4. Use this workbook to record your answers to questions or to write down your observations. Don’t worry about getting the right answer or writing down what you think your counselor wants you to write. The purpose is to record YOUR thinking.

5. Have a set time to meet with your pastor or counselor to go over the answers for each lesson. Do not work ahead. As you study, you may have some questions yourself; it is important that you talk with your counselor about these questions. So, feel free to call or talk with your counselor between your regular meetings.

6. The purpose of this exercise is to help you learn what the Bible actually teaches about the issues of salvation. There are many different opinions among Christians; you will find some people that believe very close to what you believe and you will find some that believe very differently. It is important for you to know WHAT you believe and WHY you believe it.

7. You may not fully understand every point of every lesson as you go through this study. Don’t worry about this because this is not uncommon for new Christians—and even for people who have been Christians a long time. We are always learning. It often works out that something we don’t understand today God opens our understanding some time later—maybe even years later.

8. As you go through these lessons, start building a habit of prayer and Bible reading on your own. Talk with your pastor or counselor on how to do this.

May God bless you as you grow in your knowledge of the Bible and in your experience with God. Life is a great adventure and life as a saved person makes it a real blessing.

AN INTRODUCTION TO THE BIBLE

1. One of the fundamental beliefs of Christians is that the Bible is the inspired word of God. Who inspired the Bible?

2. Why would this be important for Christians?

3. Do you think that God had a purpose in giving us the Bible? What would this purpose be?

4. The Bible has two parts, what are these parts and to whom were these parts addressed?

5. What is the main purpose of the Bible?

6. In what language or languages was the Bible originally written?

7. What version of the Bible are you using? Is it easy for you to understand?

8. Do you have any questions about this lesson?

LESSON 1: WHO IS MAN?

1. Why do you think it is important to believe that God created man instead in believing that man is a product of evolution?

2. What do you think the Bible means when it says that God created man in His image?

3. The fact that God gave Adam a choice in the Garden on Eden shows that man has free will; he can obey or disobey as he chooses. How important is this in man’s relationship with God and in his relationship with other people?

4. God created man with both soul and body. Which one is mortal and which one will live forever? How does this truth affect your life?

5. The lesson says that ,after this life, you will live forever somewhere: heaven or hell. Where will that be for you?

LESSON 2: WHAT IS SIN?

1. The lesson lists 5 things about sin. What are those 5 things?1.2.3.4.5.

2. True or False. Sin is only when you do something wrong? Explain your answer.

3. True or False. If people don’t see you commit a sin it isn’t sin. Explain your answer.

4. The depraved or sinful nature might be difficult to understand. Explain in your own words what you think this is.

5. Part II of the lesson talks about how sin came into the world. Tell the story in your own words.

LESSON 3: THE EFFECTS OF SIN

1. The Bible teaches that when Adam and Eve sinned it affected every one of us. Do you think this is fair? Why or why not?

2. What is the cure for sin?

3. The lesson says that sin affects people in four ways. What are those ways?

1.2.3.4.

4. What separates people from God?

5. What does it mean to be separated from God?

6. What does it mean to be a slave of sin?

7. What does it mean to be lost forever?

8. Write out Isaiah 53:6 from memory:

LESSON 4: THE CURE FOR SIN

1. Since sin is such a serious problem for people, is there a cure for sin?

2. John 3:16 says that this cure is a gift. Who gave the gift?

3. What is this gift of God that cures sin?

4. What about Jesus Christ cures our sin?

5. What is this remedy or cure for sin called?

6. In Part II of the lesson there are 5 verses that use the words whoever, all, or anyone. What does that tell you about salvation?

LESSON 5: SEEKING SALVATION

1. Part I of this lesson explains some conditions God requires when people seek salvation. What are these conditions?

2. In Matthew 11:28 Jesus said to come to Him. In your own words explain how coming to Christ and faith are the same thing.

3. What does it mean to call on God confessing that you are a sinner?

4. What does it mean to repent?

5. Should we sin any more after God has given us salvation? Why?

6. Can a person earn salvation by being good; going to church; doing religious things; or by just believing they are OK?

LESSON 6: SIN NO MORE

1. In John 8:1–11 Jesus told the woman to go and sin no more. Do you think He only meant for her not to commit adultery again, or do you think He meant for her not to commit any more sins of any kind?

2. Do you think it is reasonable for God to require people not to sin? Why?

3. According to John 8:34, what kind of person commits sin? Can this person be a saved person?

4. In your own words, what does it mean to live soberly, righteously and godly in this present age?

5. If God intends for people to live this way, do you think He would make it possible for them to do so? Why?

6. Write out 1 John 5:18 from memory:

7. What does 2 Corinthians 5:17 mean to you?

LESSON 7: THE BLESSINGS OF THE CHRISTIAN LIFE

1. According to Romans 6:17–18, can you be free from sin?

2. In the language of the Book of Romans, if you are free from sin you are a slave of righteousness. What does this mean?

3. Do you think it is a good thing to be free from a guilty conscience? Could you commit sin again and still not feel guilty?

4. Do you believe that God can and will deliver you from all evil habits and deeds?

5. What does Matthew 7:7–11 mean to you?

6. The Christian life has many blessings, if you could pick just one as the best, what would that be?

7. Have you been born again and are you enjoying the blessings of the Christian life?

8. If the final judgment were today, what would your final destiny be according to Matthew chapter 25?

LESSON 8: MAINTAINING SPIRITUAL LIFE

1. This lesson lists 6 things that are important for you to maintain your spiritual life. List those 6 things.

1.2.3.4.5.6.

2. Why is studying the Bible important for spiritual life?

3. Why is prayer important for spiritual life?

4. Why should you obey the word of God (the Bible)?

5. Why do you think it is important to attend worship services regularly?

6. Explain what you think the term “godly counsel” means.

7. What kind of people should you turn to for godly counsel?

LESSON 9: WALKING IN THE LIGHT

1. This lesson speaks of walking in the light. In this context, what does the word light mean?

2. How is Jesus the light of the world?

3. How does the Holy Spirit give you light?

4. What should you do if you really want to learn and understand truth?

5. Can God give you light when you pray? If so, how?

6. How does hearing preaching and teaching reveal light to you?

7. Are you walking in the light of God’s word?

8. Are you doing anything you know the Bible teaches is wrong?

LESSON 10: SHARING OUR FAITH

1. How does God want to spread the good news of salvation?

2. The Bible mentions witnesses; what does it mean to witness?

3. In your own words explain what it means to “be ashamed of the testimony of our Lord.”

4. According to 1 Peter 3:15 and Acts 8:4, when should you witness, or testify, of your salvation?

5. Read the account of the woman at the well in John chapter 4. Explain how Jesus witnessed and explain how the woman witnessed? What were the results?

6. True or False. It is the responsibility of the preachers to do all the witnessing? Explain your answer.

7. Who do you think has the most influence about salvation with people you know, the preacher or you?

YOUR TESTIMONY OF SALVATION

1. When did you experience salvation?

2. Before you experienced salvation, who had the most influence on you that caused you to want to be saved?

3. Did anyone help you with counsel or prayer when you experienced salvation? If so, who?

4. Write out your testimony of salvation.

5. Could you tell someone else what you have just written?

BASED ON WHAT YOU HAVE LEARNED IN THIS STUDY, WRITE OUT WHAT YOU WOULD TELL SOMEONE WHO WANTED TO BE SAVED. YOU MAY USE VERSES FROM THESE LESSONS.

PERSONAL REVIEW

1. Did this study help you to understand Bible salvation?

2. What is the most important thing you learned in these lessons?

3. Do you have assurance from God that you have experienced salvation?

4. Are you taking time to pray regularly?

5. Are you taking time to read your Bible regularly?

6. Do you make every effort to be regular in your church attendance?

7. Do you ask your pastor or counselor questions when you need something explained or when you are unsure what God wants you to do?

8. Will you share your testimony of salvation when you have the opportunity to do so?

9. If there was only one thing you could ask God for, what would that be?