Christian Foundations

1. Fall of man
2. Salvation
3. Water Baptism
4. Communion
5. The Bible
6. Prayer
7. Sanctification
8. Holy Spirit Part 1
9. Holy Spirit Part 2
10. Divine Healing
11. Church Attendance
12. Tithing
13. Security of the Believer
14. Second Coming

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The course is designed to ground you in the Foundation Truth of the word and to enable you to apply truths in your everyday walk.

1. With whom did the entire creation begin? Genesis 1:1.
2. Where did Satan originate? Isaiah 14:12
3. What was his name before it was changed to Satan? Isaiah 14:12
4. What was he before he sinned?Ezekiel 28:14. Ezekiel 28:14.
5. What caused him to sin? Ezekiel 28:17. | Isaiah 14:14.
6. What did God do with Satan and one third of the angels that followed him? Revelation 12:9. | 2 Peter 2:4.
7. What did Jesus say about the fall of Lucifer? Luke 10:18. Luke 10:18.
8. If Hell was not made for man, for whom was it prepared? Matthew 25:41.
9. The reason that Satan was able to deceive so many is because he does not appear to them as the evil person that he is. How does he appear? 2 Corinthians 11:14.
10. What is his true nature? John 8:44.
11. What does the Bible tell us to do about Satan? 2 Corinthians 2:11. | James 4:7.
12. What is Satan's end and the end of those who follow him? Revelation 20:10 & 15. Revelation 20:10 & 15.
13. What was the question, which Satan put in the heart of man, that causes him to sin? Genesis 3:1.
14. What is the desire, which Satan put in Eve's heart, that finally convinced her to obey him rather than God? Genesis 3:5.
15. What did God promise man if he disobeyed him? Genesis 2:17.
16. What did God do when man sinned? Genesis 3:24.
17. What was the woman's penalty for sin? Genesis 3:16.
18. What was man's penalty for sin? Genesis 3:19.
19. What did God do for them when their eyes were opened and they saw they were naked? Genesis 3:21.
20. From that time on throughout the old testament, each man had to offer a blood sacrifice for sin. Why did God tell him to offer that kind. Leviticus 17:11
21. What is the law of God regarding the forgiveness of sin? Hebrews 9:22.

1. Is there anyone who has not sinned? Romans 3:23.
2. Aren't good moral people an exception? Romans 3:23.
3. What about people who always seem to do good? Isaiah 53:6.
4. If all are sinners, how do we know God really loves us? Romans 5:8.
5. How did He show His love? John 3:16.
6. What did Jesus tell Nicodemus he had to do to enter heaven? John 3:3.
7. What happened when we are born again and become a Christian? 2 Corinthians 5:17.
8. What has God promised to those who reject Him? Romans 6:23.
   
   A. what has He promised to those who accept Him?

   Why can't I get to heaven by my own works? Ephesians 2:8-9.

   How can I know I am saved? 1 John 1:9.

   What did we do that a sinner didn't do to make us a Christian? John 1:12.
   

   A. Then what did He do for us?
   

   B. How many did He promise this to?

   What is His promise to those who hear His word and believe? John 5:24.
   

   A. What are the words that give us assurance that we have Salvation right now and do not have to wait for some future time?

   What personal assurance does He give us so that we can know we are saved? Romans 8:16.

1. In regard to water baptism what did Jesus do. Mark 1:9.
2. How do we know when Jesus was baptised he was immersed? Mark 1:10. Mark 1:10.
3. What was the great commission Jesus gave the world before He left? Matthew 28:19.
4. Why are we immersed when we are baptised? Romans 6:4.
5. How is immersion a type of death and resurrection of Christ? Colossions 2:12.
6. What did Peter command the people to do on the Day of Pentecost as soon as they had repented? Acts 2:38.
7. What happened to the three thousand on the Day of Pentecost who were saved through the hearing of the word? Acts 2:41.
8. At the house of Cornelius, Peter preached and all those who were saved as they heard the word, were filled with the Holy Spirit, what was the question that Peter asked? Acts 10:47.
9. What was the statement made by the Eunuch to Philip? Acts 8:36.
10. Where did Philip baptise the Eunuch? Acts 8:38.

1. What occasion did the Lord institute the Lord's Supper? Luke 22:8. Luke 22:8.
2. Who is the Christian Passover Lamb? John 1:29.
3. Where did they eat the Passover? Luke 22:12.
4. When they had finished eating the Passover what did Jesus do? 1 Corinthians 11:23.
5. Who is the Bread of Life and where did He come from? John 6:35 | & 33.
6. What did Jesus say the broken bread represented? 1 Corinthians 11:24.
7. What did the element in the cup represent? 1 Corinthians 11:25, Matthew 26:28. 1 Corinthians 11:25. | Matthew 26:28.
8. At the Last Supper when did Jesus promise that He would drink the fruit of the vine again? Matthew 26:29.
9. What must Christians do before they partake of the Lord's table? 1 Corinthians 11:28. 1 Corinthians 11:28.
   A. Why? verse 31.

   If we do find sin, what does the Word tell us to do? 1 John 1:9.

   Of what is one guilty when he eats the bread and drinks the Cup of the Lord unworthily? 1 Corinthians 11:27.

   If a man refuses to examine his heart and confess his sin, yet partakes of the Lords Supper, what will happen to him spiritually? 1 Corinthians 11:29.

   How does this effect him physically? 1 Corinthians 11:30.

   Should all Christians partake of the Lord's Supper? 1 Corinthians 11:24.

   Give two reasons that Jesus said that we should partake of the Lord's Supper? 1 Corinthians 11:25 - 26.

1. What were we born again or saved by? 1 Peter 1:23.
2. Why should we read the Word? 1 Peter 2:2.
3. If we live a holy life, why is important that we read the Word? Hebrews 4:12.
4. Why is important to memorise God's Word? Psalms 119:11.
5. Why is important to keep God's Word? Psalms 119:67. 1 John 2:3 - 5.
6. What did John say had made them strong and gave them the power to overcome the wicked one? 1 John 2:14.
7. Why did James tell us to lay aside certain things to receive the Word? James 1:21.
8. What does James admonish us to do besides read the Word? James 1:22.
   
   A. If we are hearers only, whom are we hurting?

   How much of the Word should I partake of? Colossians 3:16.

   We should not only read the Word but study it. Why? 2 Timothy 2:15.

   Why should we read, study and memorise the Word? 1 Peter 3:15.

   His Word not only tells us how to live, but also directs our lives. How? Psalms 119:105.

1. What does the Bible tell us to pray about? Philippians 4:6
   
   A. How ?
   
   B. To whom ?

   Does God want to answer our Prayers? Matthew 7:11.

   Are we to give up if we don't receive an immediate answer ? Matthew 7:7-8

   What must we do in order to receive an answer when we pray ? Matthew 21:22.

   Why should we call on God in prayer for our own needs or for the needs of our church ? Jeremiah 33:3.

   In whose name did Jesus say we must pray ? John 14:13-14.

   What did Jesus say He would do when we pray to the Father in His name ? John 16:23-24.
   

   A. Why?

   What is the prayer God recognises from sinners ? Luke18:10-14.

   Whom will the Lord hear? Psalms 66:18.

   How should we pray ? Ephesians 6:18.

   God says He will answer the prayer of His children although they may not see the answer. What must they be willing to do ? Luke 18:1-7.

   What assurance can we have that when we pray we can have the answer ? 1 John 5:14-15.

   If you get two or more people to agree and pray, what does He promise will happen ? Matthew 18:19.

   What is the promise of God that causes us to meet together in God's House ? Matthew 18:20.

1. When you were saved, you were cleansed from sin and at the same time you were sanctified, which means you were separated from sin. How did Jesus describe sanctification in His prayer for us to the Father? John 17:16.
2. How did He ask the Father to keep us sanctified? John 17:17.
3. What does the Word instruct us to do in order to stay sanctified? 1 John 2:15.
4. What are the three types of temptation we all face? 1 John 2:16.
   
   A. James 1:14 - 15.
   
   B. Matthew 5:28 - 29.
   
   C. Proverbs 16:18.

   What did the Lord say about holiness? Leviticus 19:2, Hebrews 12:14.

   When Jesus redeemed us from sin and iniquity. What kind of people did He say He made us? Titus 2:14.

   If my life is my own why can't I do what I want? 1 Corinthians 6:19 - 20.

   If I don't see anything wrong with certain things, why can't I so them? 1 Thessalonians 5:22.

   Why can't I keep my old habits, if I want to, after I am saved? 1 Corinthians 3:16 - 17.

   What is the difference between my life now and when I was a sinner? 1 Corinthians 6:11.

   How do I know I can live a sanctified life? Philippians 1:6.

1. What was the first promise John gave the world in regard to receiving the Baptism of the Holy Spirit? Luke 3:16.
2. How do we know that we must be saved before receiving the Holy Spirit? Acts 19:2.
3. How do we know that receiving the Holy Spirit is a separate experience from salvation? Acts 8:14 - 16
4. How did Jesus say that the Christian knows the Holy Spirit? John 14:17.
5. What will the Holy Spirit do when He comes?
   
   A. John 15:26.
   
   B. John 16:14.

   Why was it necessary for Jesus to go away? John 16:7.

   Because Jesus felt it was so important that we receive the Holy Spirit what did He say He would do about it? John 14:16.

   Can a person be sure that if he prays for the Holy Spirit he will not get something else? Luke 11:13.

   Is the Baptism in the Holy Spirit a command, promise or gift?
   

   A. Ephesians 5:18, Acts 1:4 - 5.
   

   B. Acts 1:4.
   

   C. Acts 2:38.

   How can we be sure the Holy Spirit is for us today and not just for the times of the Apostles? Acts 2:39.

   What is the primary purpose of being filled with the Holy Spirit? Acts 1:8.

1. What is the initial evidence that a person has received the Baptism of the Holy Spirit? Acts 2:4.
2. If we believe that speaking in tongues is the initial evidence of the Baptism in the Holy Spirit, give scriptural proof.
   
   A. Acts 10:44 - 46.
   
   B. Acts 19:6.

   How does speaking in tongues help our prayer life? Romans 8:26 - 27.

   What are the three steps that Peter gave on the Day of Pentecost for receiving the Holy Spirit? Acts 2:38.

   What do we do when we speak in tongues?
   

   A. Acts 2:11.

   B. Acts 10:46.

   Why do you think He used the tongue, as a member of the body to manifest Himself through? James 3:8.

   Why is the Holy Spirit so important in my life?
   

   A. John 16:13.
   

   B. John 16:14.
   

   C. Acts 8:29.
   

   D. Acts 9:31.

1. How many of the sins did God promise to forgive? Psalms 103:3.
   How many of our diseases did He say He could heal?

   How do I now that Christ paid for my healing? Isaiah 53:5.

   When Jesus was here what sicknesses did He heal? Matthew 4:23.

   Has Jesus changed? Hebrews 13:8.

   Does Jesus understand our suffering? Hebrews 4:15.

   How did He heal people in their time of need? Psalms 107:20.

   How must we pray in order to receive healing?
   

   A. Matthew 21:22.
   

   B. Mark 11:24.

   How must we pray in order for God to answer?
   

   A. John 14:13.
   

   B. Acts 3:16.

   What is God's promise to every believer?

   A. Mark 16:15 - 20.

   What does James tell us to do when we are sick? James 5:14.
   

   A. What will be the result? James 5:15.

   How do we know our sickness was paid for by Jesus at Calvary? 1 Peter 2:24.

   How do we know it is God's will for us to be well? 3 John 2.

   In order to receive healing how must I come to Jesus? Hebrews 11:6.

1. What two things does God command us to do about church attendance? Hebrews 10:25.
2. What kind of church is He looking for? Ephesians 5:27.
3. What are we to do in the congregation when assembled?
   Psalm 107:31 - 32.
   
   B. Psalms 35:18.
   
   C. Psalms 22:22.

   What should be the real compelling force that takes us to the House of God. Psalms 26:8.

   When I go to church what will I find? Psalms 96:6.

   The principle of Christianity is not just getting but giving. By going into His House what can I give?

   When I go to His House to worship what am I supposed to bring? Psalms 96:8.

   Many say I'll go to Church when I want to and if I miss a Sunday, I don't want you to keep hounding me.
   

   A. In spite of this, why does a minister feel he is compelled to keep reminding such a person? Hebrews 13:17.

   What are some of the ways that we can worship the Lord when we attend His House?
   

   A. Psalms 47:1.
   

   B. 1 Timothy 2:8.
   

   C. Psalms 134:2.
   

   D. Psalms 150:1.
   

   .......... Verse 6.
   

   E. Psalms 132:16.
   

   F. Psalms 46:10.

   How are Christians to dwell together in God's House? Psalms 133:1

1. To whom does my money and all thing belong?
   
   A. Psalms 24:1.
   
   B. Psalms 50:10 - 12.
   
   C. Haggi 2:8.

   Tithing was not given under Mosaic law. but instituted seven hundred years before. Of what possessions did Abram tithe? Genesis 14:17 - 20.

   Did Jesus indorse tithing? Matthew 23:23

   What is a tithe? (Dictionary definition).

   How can a man rob God? Malachi 3:8 - 10. Verse 8.
   

   A. How much tithe do we have to bring? Verse 10.
   

   B. Where do we bring the tithe and offerings? Verse 10.

   What does God say to those who do not tithe? Malachi 3:9.
   

   A. Why?

   When does He tell us to prove Him in tithing? Verse 10.

   What does He promise to those who obey Him? Verse 10.

   What is the difference between tithing and offering?
   

   A. Matthew 23:23.
   

   B. Luke 6:38.

   How does God want us to give? 2 Corinthians 9:6 - 7.

   How does God want us to prosper? Psalm 35:27.

   If I borrow my tithes how much interest do I have to pay in order to reclaim them? Leviticus 27:30 - 31.

1. According to the Scriptures, is it possible for me to backslide and be lost after I have accepted Christ as my saviour? 2 Peter 2:20 - 22.
2. The Jews because of their unbelief were as branches broken off. What was Paul's instructions to us?.
   Romans 11:20 - 22.
3. We know that Christ is all powerful and He is able to keep us but what part does the Word tell us we must play in order to have this security?
   
   A. 1 John 2:24.
   B. Hebrews 3:6.
   C. John 15:6.

   From the previous three verses,who has the responsibility determining our security?

   What are the three conditions on which the following Scripture bases our security? John 10:27.

   A. of whom is He speaking?

   B. what must they do?

   C. what assures their Security?

   As long as they are His sheep and they listen to His voice and follow Him, what is His promise to them? John 10:28.

   Then the Secret of our Security is that we stay IN CHRIST. If I love Him, obey His commandments, and serve Him, can I have the assurance I won't backslide? Romans 8:38 - 39

Introduction:

1. What did Jesus promise about coming back ? John 14:1-3.
2. What did the angel say regarding the return of Jesus? Acts 1:10-11
3. Who is He coming for when He comes back the second time ? Hebrews 9:28.
4. What are His servants doing that make them blessed in His sight ? Luke 12:35-37.
5. Why did He tell us to always be ready ? Luke 12:40.
6. How will He come ? 1 Thessalonians 5:2.
   A. Revelation 3:11.

   What will happen when He comes ? 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17

   In what ways are people living today a sign that we are living in the last days ? Matthew 24:37-38

   Both Education and travel are very prevalent in the day we live, how is that a fulfillment of Scripture ? Daniel 12:4.

   What signs are we seeing (in the lives of people today) that make us know we are living in the last days ? 2 Timothy 3:1 - 5

   What did Peter say would be a sign of the Last days ? 2 Peter 3:3-4.

   What is the one sign we should keep our attention on more than any other ? Matthew 24:32.

   What sign has affected the outreach program in almost every church denomination ? Matthew 24:14.

   When Jesus comes will everyone in the same family (house) be taken ? Matthew 24:40-41.

   What does Jesus tell us to do while we are waiting for His return ? Matthew 24:42.