The Biblical Path of Life

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  • Lesson 4: Jesus, our High Priest: Hebrews 1-7

    Key Verse

    Wherefore in all things it behoved him to be made like unto his brethren, that he might be a merciful and faithful high priest in things pertaining to God, to make reconciliation for the sins of the people.

    —Hebrews 2:17

    Key Verse Thought: Read today’s Key Verse. Behoved means “to be fit and proper.” It was God’s plan that Jesus became a human being, like unto his brethren, so that He could be the appropriate offering that would appease the wrath of God: thereby making “reconciliation for the sins of the people.” That means that Jesus, by His death on the cross, caused God to be merciful toward sinful man. Moreover, because Jesus was human, He is merciful and faithful to any who would believe in Him.

    Emphasis: We are to understand what Jesus did: He became a human and died on the cross for the sins of man so that He could become our faithful High Priest, taking our sins away forever. Because of that, Christians are to learn how to grow, being able to handle the meat of the Word so that we can discern good and evil.

    Lesson Summary: In our last lesson, we completed the fourth division in the New Testament: Four Letters by Paul Instructing Pastors. In this lesson, we begin the final, and fifth division, in the New Testament: Nine General Letters to the Jewish Churches. Hebrews is the first book in the final division. There are differing opinions as to the author of Hebrews, but many agree that Paul wrote it. The name indicates to whom the book is primarily directed, helping us understand it better: it was written specifically to the Jews. It begins by reminding the Hebrew people that God had spoken to them in many different ways (as we learned throughout the Old Testament), but it was an assurance that God now chose to speak to them through His Son, Jesus.

    First, one must remember that in the Old Testament’s religious system, a blood sacrifice was used to cover the sins of the people until a better sacrifice could be provided. Hebrews was written to help the Jews understand that Jesus’ death on the cross was the promised sacrifice, that “better sacrifice,” that they had been looking forward to all of those years. They were to believe by faith. Remembering this will help us as the writer of the book of Hebrews explains this concept to any who would receive. He compared Jesus to Melchisedec.

    As we look into Hebrews, we will highlight some important things: who Jesus is, what He did, the call for anyone to understand and believe, and even the obligation as to what believers are to do with this information. We will learn the importance of growing in our Christian life, not having to constantly be reminded of the foundational truths, and to be able to handle the meat of the Word, learning to discern good from evil.

    Y3Q4 – Lesson 4 Questions

    Y3Q4 – Lesson 4 Children’s Worksheets

    If you are teaching this to children, the following is a craft idea to help them remember this lesson:

    We made a hanging frame with puzzle pieces around the verse Hebrews 4:12.

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  • Lesson 3: Maintain Christian Living: Titus and Philemon

    Key Verse

    This is a faithful saying, and these things I will that thou affirm constantly, that they which have believed in God might be careful to maintain good works. These things are good and profitable unto men.

    —Titus 3:8

    Key Verse Thought: Read the Key Verse for this lesson. We will learn that the message within this lesson is one that Paul found necessary to “affirm constantly,” so that they would not forget. It is important for Christians continually to live a Christ-like life (“be careful to maintain good works”). It is profitable for all: for those who maintain those good works; and for those who see Christians living right.

    Emphasis: We are to understand the importance not only of becoming a Christian, but the expectations of Christians within the church. But more than that, the decision each Christian must make to choose to continually live for Christ; “to maintain good works.”

    Lesson Summary: In our last couple of lessons, we have learned that Christians are to live as soldiers, fighting the good fight of faith. We also discovered that it is not always easy. In this lesson, we continue with the importance of maintaining “good works.”

    Titus: Paul won Titus to the Lord early in his ministry. Titus was a Gentile. He went with Paul on a missionary journey, and Paul left him in Crete to help organize a church. Paul wrote this letter to help Titus understand the office of a pastor (bishop), to beware of false teachers in the church, and the basics of Christian living. Paul continued with the description of the kind of behavior expected of Christians, particularly to specific individuals and their obligations in teaching others. Paul encouraged them to remember the importance of knowing that their salvation was a gift of God, and it was not something they could gain by doing works. Christians were to maintain good works, living a right life in Christ.

    Philemon: Philemon was another close friend of Paul’s. This letter was specifically written to encourage Philemon to forgive and receive his runaway slave, Onesimus – for Onesimus had become a Christian. He had ministered to Paul, and now Paul was sending him to Philemon as a brother in Christ. In this letter, notice that Philemon is called to put into practice some of the Christ-like qualities of which we have learned. It is not always easy to choose to do what is right, but it is very important – as Paul made clear to Philemon.

    If you are teaching this to a class, Teachers Note: In this lesson, there is much information of how the different people within the church are to live. Choose the information that would be most relevant, and informative, to your individual class. There is much too much information to be thoroughly studied in one lesson to cover it all. Be sure your students understand the importance of maintaining right Christian living.

    Y3Q4 – Lesson 3 Questions

    Y3Q4 – Lesson 3 Children’s Worksheets

    If you are teaching this to children, the following is a craft idea to help them remember this lesson:

    We decorated a foam cross with stickers and the Key Verse for this lesson.

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  • Lesson 2: Be Faithful: 2 Timothy

    Key Verse

    Thou therefore endure hardness, as a good soldier of Jesus Christ.

    —2 Timothy 2:3

    Key Verse Thought: Read today’s key verse. As you read it, keep in mind the Key Verse from our last lesson (“Fight the good fight of faith, lay hold on eternal life, whereunto thou art also called, and hast professed a good profession before many witnesses” 1 Timothy 6:12). As we learned in our last lesson to fight the good fight of faith, in this lesson we will learn to endure hardness as a good soldier. Use the following definitions to help in the understanding:

    • Endure hardness means “to sustain afflictions; endure.”
    • Good means “good in a moral sense; virtuous; in reference to the performance of duty.”
    • Soldier means “a Christian minister.”

    In this lesson, we will learn that each Christian is to learn how to live just like this.

    Emphasis: Just as God had a plan for Timothy’s life, He has a plan (a job) for each Christian to accomplish with his or her life. It was not easy for Timothy or Paul – for they suffered persecution. Nevertheless, Christians are to endure as a good soldier, fighting the fight of faith, faithfully, until they complete their life here on earth.

    Lesson Summary: The book of 2 Timothy is the second of the letters Paul wrote that we group together as “Four Letters of Instruction to Pastors.” In this lesson, we learn a little more about Timothy, and how he came to become a Christian. Timothy had a Gentile father and Jewish mother. He had been taught about Jesus from his childhood by his grandmother and mother, and Paul led him to the Lord. Timothy joined Paul on some of his missionary journeys and was a very close friend of Paul’s.

    Paul wrote the letter to Timothy while Paul was in prison. It was a letter of encouragement – for although Paul was in prison, Timothy was never to forget the faith instilled within him from childhood, nor to be ashamed of the testimony of the Lord. To help Timothy understand the difficulty and determination needed, Paul gave him some picture examples: a faithful teacher; endure hardness as a good soldier; a workman; a servant of the Lord; a student of God’s Word; a patient preacher under trying circumstances.

    Not only did Paul teach picture examples, he gave many warnings: he would suffer afflictions, many (if not all) would forsake, and evil men would wax worse and worse – deceiving many.

    However, through it all, Timothy was to remain faithful – just as Paul had.

    Each Christian today, is to remain faithful, enduring hardness as a soldier of Jesus Christ.

    Y3Q4 – Lesson 2 Questions

    Y3Q4 – Lesson 2 Children’s Worksheets

    If you are teaching this to children, the following is a craft idea to help them remember this lesson:

    We made Bible Markers with the scratch off book marks. Each wrote or drew a different message to help them remember.

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  • Lesson 1: Fight the Good Fight: 1 Timothy

    Key Verse

    Fight the good fight of faith, lay hold on eternal life, whereunto thou art also called, and hast professed a good profession before many witnesses.

    —1 Timothy 6:12

    Key Verse Thought: Read today’s Key Verse. Use the following definitions to understand this verse better:

    • Fight means “the task of faith in persevering amid temptation and opposition.”
    • Fight means“contest for victory or mastery; the evangelical contest against the enemies of man’s salvation.”
    • Faith means “a technical term indicative of the means of appropriating what God in Christ has for man resulting in the transformation of man’s character and way of life; i.e.: namely, Christian faith; a firm and confiding belief in Jesus and His gospel.”
    • Lay hold on means “to lay hold of in order to obtain and possess.”
    • Called means “to call someone in order that he may come or go somewhere; here, of God calling one.”
    • Professed means “to confess publicly; acknowledge openly; profess.”

    Each person who is saved (been called by God) is to persevere (with a fight) in that Christian life – for that life has been transformed by a confidence and belief in Jesus and His Gospel. It takes much work.

    Emphasis: We are to understand that all Christians, but especially the leaders, are to protect the integrity of God’s Word, never allowing false teaching. Each Christian is to learn how to function together as a Church, knowing their duty. But especially to learn how to fight the good fight of faith – live a strong Christian life before the world.

    Lesson Summary: The next four letters Paul wrote we group together as “Four Letters of Instruction to Pastors.” The first two are letters to Timothy. He was led to the Lord by Paul, joined Paul on some of his missionary journeys, and was a very close friend of Paul’s. Within the book of 1 Timothy, we will read again that the Law was given to reveal sin to man, but that it is by God’s mercy that forgiveness is gained. In this letter, Paul wrote the responsibility of leading a church, describing the offices of pastor and deacon, as well as the duties of God’s people within the church. Throughout 1 Timothy, we will understand the importance of teaching the truths of God’s Word to others. An emphasis is placed upon the necessity of keeping the integrity of the Gospel message, not allowing false teachers to teach other doctrines, or twist the truths of God’s Word. Paul warned that some had already turned from God’s Word, and that some would depart from the faith, but he also taught them how to prepare for that time, and what must be done in order to keep the faith: teach the truths of God’s Word, faithfully, and to exercise unto godliness. Christians are to fight the good fight, learning how to live a right Christian life – for God gave each one the ability to do so.

    Paul was an encouragement to young Christians who serve God through the church – then and today.

    Y3Q4 – Lesson 1 Questions

    Y3Q4 – Lesson 1 Children’s Worksheets

    If you are teaching this to younger children, the following is a craft idea to help them remember this lesson:

    We made cards for the Pastor of our church, remembering that he is “worthy of double-honor”.

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  • Lesson 13: Review Third Division of the New Testament: Romans – 2 Thessalonians

    Key Verse

    All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness:

    —2 Timothy 3:16

    Key Verse Thought: Read the Key Verse. After reading this verse, understand that this verse is the basis of the study for this lesson. We will begin to recognize the importance of God’s Word.

    Emphasis: We are to allow God’s Word to teach us, become known to us, correct any wrong living, and instruct us in the right way to live a life pleasing to God. Next, we are to recognize the importance of becoming less like the world and more like Christ.

    Lesson Summary: As we complete the third division of the New Testament (Nine Letters by Paul to the Gentile Church), we have learned much. One important thing is that the message of salvation never changed from the writings in the Old Testament to the New Testament (remember that Abraham looked forward to Jesus before the Law was even written, and people today look back to Jesus). Another important thing is that God has always expected His people to obey His Words (from Adam and Eve in the garden, to the Israelites in the wilderness, to Christians today).

    In this lesson, we will begin to understand how organized God’s Word is in His instructions to Christians. First, we learned the foundational truths of Salvation by faith in Jesus (Romans). After which, the basic principles of Christian living are recorded, including correction for failures in living a Christ-like life. In addition, when false doctrine was being taught, letters of correction were written to stop the damaging effects before they could begin. When Christians began to live right lifestyles, deeper doctrinal truths were revealed to continue their growth in that Christian life. Each Christian is to understand the importance of continually growing stronger in their relationship with Jesus, becoming more Christ-like in order to be a better witness to others (a light to the world so others can be saved). Paul wrote that Christians are to never become weary in living a true, Christ-like life. Moreover, each Christian is to work until Jesus comes (for He could return at any moment!).

    To help us understand all of these things, we will begin with 2 Timothy 3:16. This verse is almost an outline for the writings in the Third Division of the New Testament. In this verse, we can recognize God’s hand in not only the writings themselves, but also the order we find them in our Bible. Each book can be understood as progressive steps of growth for each Christian life.

    Y3Q3 – Lesson 13 Questions

    Y3Q3 – Lesson 13 Children’s Worksheets

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  • Lesson 12: Work Until Jesus Comes: 2 Thessalonians

    Key Verse

    But ye, brethren, be not weary in well doing.

    —2 Thessalonians 3:13

    Key Verse Thought: Read the Key Verse. It would be good to understand that sometimes Christians get tired of always doing what God’s Word teaches. It can even become hard to choose to do what is right. In this lesson, we will learn of some of the encouraging words that Paul wrote to help the Christians understand they should never get tired of following Jesus. Christians are to work until Jesus comes again – for there are many people who do not yet know Jesus personally.

    Emphasis: We are to recognize that Christians must work hard to choose to live a right life pleasing to Jesus. We are to never become tired of living a true Christian life, remembering that Jesus could return at any time.

    Lesson Summary: In Paul’s first letter to the church at Thessalonica, he wrote words of encouragement after receiving a good report about the church. Paul wrote this letter instructing them in doctrine (principle truths each Christian should apply to their life). He also reminded them that Jesus would come again.

    Paul wrote a second letter to the Thessalonians. He first wrote because he heard they had been growing in Christ in spite of persecutions and tribulations. For that, he commended them. Paul also wrote in response to the report he received that the people were troubled – for they heard that the Day of Christ had come. Paul reassured them that it had not, and he proceeded to tell them about things that would have to happen before that day came. There are many important verses telling about Jesus’ coming in the clouds in the second chapter of Second Thessalonians. It is referred to as “the day of Christ” (see 2 Thessalonians 2:2).

    Paul was greatly encouraged by the church at Thessalonica, and asked for their prayers. And, as usual, Paul wrote words of instruction. Because of how well the church had been doing, Paul warned them to withdraw from those who walked disorderly (who did not live like a Christian). He taught they were to follow his example (and the example of his fellow ministers), and they were to work as he worked – for “if any would not work, neither should he eat” (2 Thessalonians 3:10).

    Apparently, there were busybodies in the church. These were people who looked and acted very busy, but who did not accomplish any work. Paul taught they were to avoid such people, and instead each Christian was to work – for there are many jobs to be done in the church. He also encouraged them to be “not weary in well doing” (2 Thessalonians 3:13). No matter what, a Christian is to never become tired of choosing to do what is right. Every Christian is to live a life pleasing to Jesus, remembering that He could return at any time.

    Y3Q3 – Lesson 12 Questions

    Y3Q3 – Lesson 12 Children’s Worksheets

    If you are teaching this lesson to younger children, the following is a craft idea to help them remember this lesson:

    We made a small booklet of coloring pages (we cut the pictures apart to make a booklet) of things Christians can do until Jesus comes.

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  • Lesson 11: Possessing the Vessel in Sanctification and Honor: 1 Thessalonians

    Key Verse

    Furthermore then we beseech you, brethren, and exhort you by the Lord Jesus, that as ye have received of us how ye ought to walk and to please God, so ye would abound more and more.

    —1 Thessalonians 4:1

    Key Verse Thought: Read the Key Verse. We have been learning about the letters that Paul wrote to the early churches (many started on his missionary journeys). In each of these letters, we have been learning what Jesus did for sinners, instructions of how to live a Christian life, and how the church is to grow and function. In this verse, Paul reminds that Christians have been taught how to walk (live a life pleasing to God). But he also encourages Christians to “abound more and more.” This means to excel in one’s Christian life.

    Emphasis: We are to understand that each Christian is to grow in Christ by keeping their bodies and minds pure. Christians cannot do the same things as the world, for we are to “Abstain from all appearance of evil” so that we can be an encouragement to other Christians and a light to the lost world. Christians are to walk worthy.

    Lesson Summary: In our last lesson, we looked at Paul’s letter written to the church at Colosse because of error taught in the church. False teachers had taught, changing the simple Gospel of Jesus into a quest for philosophy after the ways of the world instead of the things of Christ. Paul declared that Christians are to set their affections on things above, not things on the earth (see Colossians 3:2).

    First Thessalonians was written to the church at Thessalonica, which Paul established on his second missionary journey (see Acts 17). Remember that when there was an uprising incited by Jews who rejected the teaching of Jesus, Paul and Silas were sent away by night – keeping them safe. They were only there for three Sabbaths, but when the people at Thessalonica heard the Gospel message preached by Paul and Silas, enough of them believed that a church was established. Not only had a church been established, but also the Christians at Thessalonica were living examples into the areas around. Because Paul had not been able to stay long in Thessalonica (for he had been driven out of the city), he sent Timothy to them. Upon Timothy’s return to Paul with a report of the church, Paul wrote to them. Paul was greatly encouraged, but he wrote that they needed to live Christ-like in every aspect of their lives. Not only were they to posses their vessel (their body) in sanctification and honor (keep it pure and holy before God), but they were to keep from all appearances of evil. When there was a question about Jesus’ return in the air for His church (also called the Rapture), Paul gave them specific answers. (We will learn more about Jesus’ second coming next week in our study of 2 Thessalonians.)

    Paul taught many ways that Christians could not do the same things as the world. By obeying God’s Word, they would be an encouragement to other Christians as well as a light to the lost world.

    Y3Q3 – Lesson 11 Questions

    Y3Q3 – Lesson 11 Children’s Worksheets

    If you are teaching this to younger children, the following is a craft idea to help them remember this lesson:

    It is good for us to remember to do our own business, and work with our own hands. We glued a verse onto a handprint to help us remember this thought.

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  • Lesson 10: Keeping Christ as the Head: Colossians

    Key Verse

    Set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth.

    —Colossians 3:2

    Key Verse Thought: Read today’s Key Verse. Use the following definitions to help you understand this verse a little better.

    • Set your affection on means “the action as being accomplished – as in to have a mindset, be minded; involves the will, affections, and conscience. To think, or sense mentally; to be mindful of, or to be devoted to.”
    • Earth means “earthly things or pertaining to this life.”

    In this lesson, we will learn that Paul taught Christians how to keep Christ as the Head of the church, by keeping their head, their mind, on Christ.

    Emphasis: Christians must learn the importance of keeping Christ as the Head of the church by keeping the heart and mind off of the things of the world, instead placing them upon heavenly things by putting on the new man.

    Lesson Summary: In the letters of Paul we have studied so far, we have understood the teaching of doctrine (Romans), reproof for failure to live right (1 and 2 Corinthians), correction, rectifying wrong doctrine that had permeated the church (Galatians), Paul revealed deeper doctrinal truths intended for growing Christians (Ephesians), and last week Paul wrote to rectify a potential problem, reproof for wrong living (Philippians). In this lesson, we continue as Paul writes correction to rectify wrong doctrine in Colosse.

    Paul wrote Ephesians to teach that Christ is the Head, and the church is the body of Christ (see Ephesians 1:22-23). He then wrote to the Philippians to come together with one mind when there were divisions in the body of Christ, the church (see Philippians 1:27). Paul also found it necessary to write to Colosse after he heard of error being taught in the church, causing them to forsake Jesus as the Head of the Church (see Colossians 2:19). Instead, false teachers were changing the simple Gospel of Jesus into a quest for philosophy after the ways of the world instead of the things of Christ. Christians are to set their affections on things above, not things on the earth (see Colossians 3:2). This book was written to fight against the error being taught.

    In Colossians, Paul first encouraged them to walk worthy, reminding them of what Jesus had done for each and every Christian. This was foundational in being able to be grounded, not falling for false teaching. He then proceeded to correct the false doctrines that were being taught. The people of Colosse believed in worldly teaching, philosophies that were deceiving and misleading God’s people. Paul taught that Christians must “Set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth” (Colossians 3:2, this lesson’s Key Verse). He gave them a detailed list of things Christians must put to death and eliminate from their lives. After which Paul gave a list of things the Christian must put on in their new life in order to live a more Christ-like life. He then encouraged them to continue in prayer, enabling them to walk and talk as a Christian must in this world.

    Y3Q3 – Lesson 10 Questions

    Y3Q3 – Lesson 10 Children’s Worksheets

    If you are teaching this to younger children, the following is a craft idea to help them remember this lesson:

    We traced our footprints, cut them out, and glued them to a piece of construction paper. We added the verse from Colossians 1:10 to remind us the importance of walking worthy of the Lord, pleasing Him with all that we do, and learning more about Him.

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  • Lesson 9: Having the Mind of Christ: Philippians

    Key Verse

    Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus:

    —Philippians 2:5

    Key Verse Thought: Read today’s Key Verse. Mind means “to think; have a mindset; involves the will, affections, and conscience; generally means ‘let the same mind be in you as in Christ.’” In this lesson, we will learn how Paul taught the church at Philippi to have the mind of Christ.

    Emphasis: We are to learn what it means to have the mind of Christ and recognize examples of Christians who have the mind of Christ. We are to know God’s Word and follow those Christian examples, becoming more Christ-like.

    Lesson Summary: In the letters of Paul we have studied so far, we have understood the teaching of doctrine (Romans), reproof for failure to live right (1 and 2 Corinthians), correction, rectifying wrong doctrine that had permeated the church (Galatians), and finally Paul revealed deeper doctrinal truths intended for growing Christians (Ephesians). In this lesson, we continue as Paul wrote to rectify a potential problem before it permeated the church in Philippi (reproof).

    Paul wrote the book of Philippians to the church at Philippi. Paul established the church on his second missionary journey while accompanied by Silas, Timothy, and Luke (see Acts 16). Paul rejoiced after hearing about the church at Philippi and the growth they had experienced, encouraging them to continue growing in Christ. They were to live every part of their lives pleasing to God. A very important part of that was to learn to have the mind of Christ, thinking of others before themselves. Paul listed examples they were to follow, beginning with Jesus, the ultimate example. Paul reminded them that they were to be lights to the world in every aspect of their lives, so all of the world could see Jesus. He also gave examples of Timothy, Epaphroditus, and finally his own life as an example. After teaching them to “press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling”, Paul encouraged them to find godly examples to follow.

    Paul called for them to stand fast, and pointed out a potential problem. He called for them to be of the same mind in Christ. He then gave a list of instructions they were to implement in their lives helping them become more Christ-like. Paul began to thank and encourage them. He thanked them for the gift they sent to him while imprisoned in Rome, helping them understand that God knew his needs and provided for each one of them – just as God will do for each Christian serving Him.

    Y3Q3 – Lesson 9 Questions

    Y3Q3 – Lesson 9 Children’s Worksheets

    The following is a craft idea to go with this lesson if you are teaching this to younger children:

    We added the verse Philippians 2:15 to a foam sun to remind them that Christians are to shine as lights in this world, reveaing Jesus to others.

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  • Lesson 8: Faithful Saints in Christ Jesus: Ephesians

    Key Verse

    Now therefore ye are no more strangers and foreigners, but fellowcitizens with the saints, and of the household of God.

    —Ephesians 2:19

    Key Verse Thought: Read the Key Verse. Use the following definitions to better understand this verse:

    • Strangers means “not belonging to a Christian community; a stranger, not a Christian.”
    • Foreigners means “a sojourner; one who dwells in a foreign country; a temporary dweller without a settled habitation where he resides.”
    • Fellowcitizens means “Gentile Christians.”
    • Of the household means “one belonging to the church – the household of God.”

    Emphasis: We are to understand that Christians are the “saints,” separated to the service of God, remembering how to live the new life in Christ and the importance of the armor to win the battle.

    Lesson Summary: In the letters of Paul we have studied so far, we have understood the teaching of doctrine (Romans), then correction for wrong living (Corinthians), and finally rectifying wrong doctrine that had permeated the church (Galatians). In this lesson, we will read as Paul revealed doctrinal truths, much deeper than his previous teachings – intended for growing Christians, ready for a deeper walk with Jesus.

    Paul wrote Ephesians to the church at Ephesus, probably with the intent that it would be passed on to other churches to be read as well. It was written while Paul was imprisoned in Rome. On Paul’s third missionary journey, he returned to this church and remained for about two or three years. Interestingly, Paul did not address wrong living or wrong doctrine in the letter to the church at Ephesus. Instead, he gave more instructions on how to live a life faithfully for Jesus. He helped them better understand the concept of the body of Christ, reminding them again that Christians are saved by grace through faith. Believers were no longer strangers, but fellow citizens with the Christian Jews who, together, are the building “fitly framed together.” Paul then presented them with the challenge to walk worthy, not as other Gentiles, but as God’s workmanship – giving them exact teachings as to how to live the new life in Christ. He explained the family relations: as God’s children, and reminding of the earthly family relations as well (as in children obeying their parents).

    Paul taught that there is a battle to be fought – not earthly, but spiritual. He revealed the spiritual armor needed to fight this battle, ending with one final action needed to win the battle – one often forgotten: prayer.

    Y3Q3 – Lesson 8 Questions

    Y3Q3 – Lesson 8 Children’s Worksheets

    If you are teaching this to children, the following is a craft idea to help them remember this lesson:

    We made this to help us remember the Christian’s Armor: The Whole Armor of God.

    The Biblical Path of Life – Year Three, Quarter Three is now available through Amazon.