Bethany Bible Study

Israel’s failed Journey to Promised LandIntroduction to DeuteronomyFirst generation denied entry to promised Land Moses also tragically denied entry to promised landEncounter with Edomites, Moabites, and AmmonitesTwo battles & Two victories before crossing river JordanJoshua emerges as the new leader of Israel

Israel’s failed Journey to Promised LandIntroduction to DeuteronomyFirst generation denied entry to promised Land Moses also tragically denied entry to promised landEncounter with Edomites, Moabites, and AmmonitesTwo battles & Two victories before crossing river JordanJoshua emerges as the new leader of Israel

How must we respond to the following situations?4. Natural Talent versus God’s Gift:Johnson has good command of English and is a giftedorator. He preaches dynamic sermons and congregation is impressed. But there are manydoctrinal errors. Pastor is thrilled that new members are joining and bank balance is growing.5. Business in Church:The church in Joppa attracts around 100 members every Sunday. Onechurch member decides to set up a local store every Sunday in the fellowship hall. Churchmembers find it convenient to shop after church. Church is growing, Business is booming!6. Gray Areas:Anthony is a college students and attends local church regularly. He isconvinced that he must not kill (commandment #8) but is unable to find answers to his realtemptations (movies, music, marijuana, etc.). Anthony feels that since it is not directlyaddressed in the Bible, the church has no right to tell him what to do.

Sanctification (1-8) What was Paul’s goal in exhorting the believers? What is God’s will? How must we respond to God’s will? What do we mean by sanctification? How is it different from Salvation? To what areas of our life does sanctification apply? How does sanctification benefit believers? What is God’s will for married and singles in the area of physical intimacy? What does the “vessel” refer to? How will God deal with wrongdoers?What is our calling? Who are we rejecting when we disobey God’s Word? How can we practice Sanctification? When does the process of Sanctification end?Love & Personal conduct (9-12): What does Paul urge the believers to do? Was love missing among believers in Thessalonica church? If love is missing in a church, what does it show and what will be the result?What are some practical instructions given in verses 11 & 12?Personal Reflection: Do you see the fruit of sanctification in your life?https://bethanyhouseofworship.org/wp/video/1-thessalonians-part-iv/

Paul’s burden and Timothy’s mission (1-5): Why did Paul choose Timothy? What was Paul’s concern about Thessalonica church? What ministry was assigned to him? What was his message to the church? How do you respond when your faith/ministry is under fire/tested? What is testing designed to accomplish? Can our ministry be in vain?Timothy’s report (6-9): What was Timothy’s impression of Thessalonica church? How did Paul react to the report? Do we inquire about the spiritual life of other believers?Paul’s prayer (10-13): What was Paul’s prayer request? Were the prayers answered?What can we learn from Paul’s prayer life?Personal reflection: What % of our personal prayer time is devoted to interceding for others & the church?https://bethanyhouseofworship.org/wp/video/1-thessalonians-part-iii/

Paul’s model ministry (1-9): Why could Paul say with confidence that his ministry was ‘not in vain’? What was the source of Paul’s boldness in ministry? What made his ministry a fruitful ministry? What are some commendable aspects of Paul’s ministry? What are many church leaders seeking today? Is it okay to flee when faced with opposition or danger? Where did Paul flee to?Paul’s blameless testimony & exhortation(10-12): What could witnesses testify about Paul’s life? How was Paul a fatherly/motherly figure to many? What was Paul’s message? How is your walk with the Lord?Paul’s ceaseless thanks (13): What was Paul thankful for? Does the Word of God always work for everyone?Paul’s suffering (14-18): What was Paul’s complaint against Jews? Should we be surprised by oppositions and challenges in ministry? Who hindered Paul’s ministry? Does God hinder our ministry?Paul’s complement (19-20): What is Paul’s great complement to Thessalonica believers?Personal reflection: Paul was a model minister of God ... How do we compare to him?https://bethanyhouseofworship.org/wp/video/1-thessalonians-part-ii/

Introduction & Reason for thanks (1-3):When was this letter written?When did Paul visit Thessalonica and what was his experience there?Did Paul have a fruitful ministry in Thessalonica?Why is he corresponding with them?What are two customary words in Paul’s greeting to church?What good qualities did Paul observe in the Thessalonica church?Election of God (4):What does it mean?Gospel work & Its Impact (5-10):What are the core ingredients for effective gospel?What are some evidences to suggest that gospel work was authentic among the believers of Thessalonica church?What are three critical outcomes of a life transformed by the gospel?Personal Reflection: Has your life been transformed by the gospel?

IntroductionWho can take baptism?What is the meaning of baptism?Why take baptism?How to take baptism?When to take baptism?What are the blessings of baptism?Conclusionhttps://bethanyhouseofworship.org/wp/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/baptism_July2022.pdf

How must we respond to the following situations?Dividers: Becca is causing confusion & misunderstandings leading to divisions in the localchurch.Shared Living: Abraham is soon to be engaged to Sarah in NYC. Both live in NYC and decideto share apartment to save rent. People assume that they are ‘living in sin’.https://bethanyhouseofworship.org/wp/video/disciplining-in-love-part-ii/

How must we respond to the following situations?Interpersonal Conflicts: Adam has been hurt because of the insensitive actions of Caleb.https://bethanyhouseofworship.org/wp/video/disciplining-in-love-part-i/