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THE PURPOSE FOR THIS CLASS

We're glad you made this big decision to take this class. This class is the second of Freedom ’ s four basic classes. Since these classes build on each other, you must first complete CLASS 101, before taking this class. THE PURPOSE FOR THIS CLASS.

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THE PURPOSE FOR THIS CLASS

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  1. We're glad you made this big decision to take this class. This class is the second of Freedom’s four basic classes. Since these classes build on each other, you must first complete CLASS 101, before taking this class.

  2. THE PURPOSE FOR THIS CLASS

  3. ...that you may become mature Christians and may fulfill God's will for you. Colossians 4:12

  4. We are not meant to remain as children . . . but to grow up in every way Christ . . . Ephesians 4:14-15

  5. THE FOCUS OF THIS CLASS

  6. During this class we will focus on five basic habits Christians need to develop in their movement towards spiritual maturity. This class will help you better understand and develop these five habits: • Time with God • Bible • Prayer • Tithing • Fellowship

  7. WHAT IS “SPIRITUAL MATURITY”?

  8. In the unity of our faith, and knowledge of the Son of God, we arrive at real maturity—the measure of development which is meant by the ‘fullness of Christ’. Ephesians 4:13

  9. For from the very beginning God decided that those who came to him . . . should become like his Son . . . Romans 8:29

  10. Based on these two verses, we might define spiritual maturity as: _______________________ BEING LIKE CHRIST

  11. FACTS ABOUT SPIRITUAL MATURITY

  12. AUTOMATIC 1. Spiritual maturity is not ____________.

  13. You have been Christians for a long time now, and you ought to be teaching others, but instead . . . you need someone to teach you . . . When a person is still living on milk, it shows he isn't very far along in the Christian life ...He's still a baby Christian! Hebrews 5:12-13(LB)

  14. AUTOMATIC 1. Spiritual maturity is not ____________. INSTANTLY Growth does not happen ___________

  15. AUTOMATIC 1. Spiritual maturity is not ____________. PROCESS 2. Spiritual maturity is a __________.

  16. Learn to be mature. Proverbs 8:5(GN)

  17. Continue to grow in the grace and knowledge of our Savior Jesus Christ. 2 Peter 3:18 (GN)

  18. AUTOMATIC 1. Spiritual maturity is not ____________. PROCESS 2. Spiritual maturity is a __________. SHORTCUTS There are no _____________

  19. AUTOMATIC 1. Spiritual maturity is not ____________. PROCESS 2. Spiritual maturity is a __________. DISCIPLINE 3. Spiritual maturity takes ____________.

  20. Take the time and the trouble to keep yourself spiritually fit. 1 Timothy 4:7

  21. Discipline yourself for the purpose of godliness. 1 Timothy 4:7(NASB)

  22. AUTOMATIC 1. Spiritual maturity is not ____________. PROCESS 2. Spiritual maturity is a __________. DISCIPLINE 3. Spiritual maturity takes ____________. TOUGH Discipline is ________.

  23. Sounds serious doesn’t it? Well, growing in your relationship with God is serious. The Bible tells us about 12 men who took Jesus and their relationship with God very serious. These men were called disciples. Today, we continue to use the word “disciple” to describe someone who follows Jesus with intensity and commitment.

  24. WHAT IS A DISCIPLE?

  25. 1. Mature believers are called ___________. DISCIPLES 2. I cannot be a disciple without being _____________. DISCIPLINED 3. The more disciplined I become the more __________________. GOD CAN USE ME 4. The mark of a disciple is ______________________. CONTINUAL GROWTH

  26. FOUR HABITS OF A DISCIPLE

  27. How can I become a disciple? By developing ______ “disciple-like” habits. DAILY

  28. If anyone belongs to Christ, he is a new creation. The old things have gone; everything is made new! 2 Corinthians 5:17

  29. You have put off the old self with its habits, and have put on the new self . . . which God is continually renewing in His own image, to bring you to a full knowledge of Himself. Colossians 3:9-10

  30. How can I become a disciple? By developing ______ “disciple-like” habits. DAILY These types of habits are formed by: • PRAYER • REPETITION • ACCOUNTABILITY

  31. 1. A disciple spends time in God’s _______. WORD

  32. If you continue in my Word, then you are my disciples indeed. And you will know the truth and the truth will set you free. John 8:31-32

  33. 1. A disciple spends time in God’s _______. WORD QUIET TIME Simply put: ____________

  34. 1. A disciple spends time in God’s _______. WORD PRAYER 2. A disciple spends time in _________.

  35. If you remain in Me, and My words remain in you, then you will ask for anything you wish, and you shall have it . . . in this way you become My disciples. John 14:7-8(GN)

  36. 1. A disciple spends time in God’s _______. WORD PRAYER 2. A disciple spends time in _________. Simply put: _______________________ CONVERSATIONS WITH GOD

  37. 1. A disciple spends time in God’s _______. WORD PRAYER 2. A disciple spends time in _________. 3. A disciple spends time in _____________. FELLOWSHIP

  38. Love each other just as much as I love you. Your strong love for each other will prove to the world that you are my disciples. John 13:34-35(LB)

  39. 1. A disciple spends time in God’s _______. WORD PRAYER 2. A disciple spends time in _________. 3. A disciple spends time in _____________. FELLOWSHIP LOVE OTHERS Simply put: _______________

  40. 1. A disciple spends time in God’s _______. WORD PRAYER 2. A disciple spends time in _________. 3. A disciple spends time in _____________. FELLOWSHIP TITHES 4. A disciple _______.

  41. None of you can be my disciple unless he gives up all of his possessions. Luke 14:33(LB)

  42. The purpose of tithing is to teach you to always put God first in your lives. Deuteronomy 14:23(LB)

  43. 1. A disciple spends time in God’s _______. WORD PRAYER 2. A disciple spends time in _________. 3. A disciple spends time in _____________. FELLOWSHIP TITHES 4. A disciple _______. GIVES TO THE BODY Simply put: ______________

  44. THE DISCIPLE’S CROSS Try to remember these disciplines by this image.

  45. If you remain in me and my words remain in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be given you. This is to my Father's glory, that you bear much fruit, showing yourselves to be my disciples. John 14:7-8

  46. In the same way,any of you who does not give up everything he has cannot be my disciple. Luke 14:33 P R A Y E R “A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another.By this all men will know you are my disciples, if you love one another.” John 13:34-35 John 15:7-8 CHRIST TITHING FELLOWSHIP Luke 14:27 John 13:34-35 Luke 14:33 To the Jews who had believed him, Jesus said, “If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” John 8:31-32 W O R D John 8:31-32

  47. WHAT’S AHEAD?

  48. In order for us to implement these habits, we need to study them, dialogue them, and then put together a plan for how they might happen in our lives. We want you to learn to feed yourself for a lifetime.

  49. 1. The Habit of a Daily Time with God 2. The Habit of Reading God’s Word 3. The Habit of Prayer: Talking with God 4. The Habit of Tithing: Giving Back to God 5. The Habit of Fellowship: Enjoying God’s Family 6. How To Start and Maintain Good Habits The Goal of this Class... COMMIT That I will _________ to the HABITS necessary for spiritual maturity.

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