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With
so many religions in the world, does it really matter what you believe?
A growing number of people believe that all religions in the world are essentially
the same and that truth is universal. Many now believe that no matter what
religion you practice, as long as you are a decent and moral person, you
will be rewarded in the next life.
Is it okay just to be 'good' or is there a true way of life? If there is only one right religion, what happens to those who do not believe it? In this issue of Teen Bible Study Guide we will discuss what God says about true religion and His Church.
John 14:6 "Jesus said...'I am the way, the truth, and the life...'"
John 18:37 "...For this cause I [Jesus Christ] was born, and for this cause I have come into the world, that I should bear witness to the truth. Everyone who is of the truth hears my voice."
John 17:17 "Sanctify them by Your truth. Your word is truth."
1. Where does truth come from? John 12:49.
2. What was the truth Christ brought and about which He spoke so much?
3. To whom has God given His truth?
Matthew 16:16, 18 "And Peter answered Him and said, 'You are Christ, the Son of the living God." (18) "And I say to you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my Church and the gates of Hades shall not prevail against it."
1. How many churches/denominations did Christ establish? I Corinthians 12:12-13
2. Is there only one true Church? I Corinthians 1:13; Mark 3:24-26
3. How does the Bible refer to God's Church? Acts 20-28; I Corinthians 10:32; Gal 1:13, I Peter 2:9-10
John 8:31-32 "Then Jesus said.. 'If you abide in My word, you are my disciples indeed. And you shall know the truth and the truth shall make you free.'"
John 10:27 "My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow Me."
1. What are the identifying signs of those people who "follow" Christ's word?
2. How do we know that we are a part of God's true church? Romans 8:14,16
3. How do those in the church act towards one another? John 13:35
Matthew 24:4-5 "For many will come in my name saying, 'I am the Christ, and will deceive many',"
Rev 12:9 "...Satan, who deceives the whole world..."
II Corinthians 4:3-4 "But even if our gospel is veiled, it is veiled to those who are perishing, (4) whose minds the god of this age has blinded, who do not believe, lest the light of the gospel of the glory of Christ, who is in the image of God, should shine upon them."
John 1:5 "And the light shines in the darkness, and the darkness does not comprehend it."
1. Is it possible that some of God's chosen people might be in other religions?
2. What about other "Christian" denominations who are right in certain areas of doctrine?
3. What about those individuals who are very "good" people, who do more good deeds perhaps than many in the church?
4. What will happen to people of other religions during the time of judgment since most are very sincere in thinking they are obeying God? John 12:44-50, II Peter 3:9.
1. What does God teach about His true Church (for His people today)?
2. What does society teach about true religion and how to pick a church?
3. What are your beliefs concerning the true Church?
How Can You Find the Right Church?
Whether to attend church, and which one,
are among the most important decisions we can make. What are key factors
we should consider?
Should You Attend Church?
Many, perhaps even you, have become disillusioned with churches and religious
leaders. They wonder what they should do and where they should turn. What
does God say?
The Church: Help for Greater Growth
Just exactly what is the Church? What is its purpose? Why do you need it?
The Church that Jesus Christ founded and directs can be a priceless tool
for aiding personal growth.
What Is a True Christian?
What does it take to be a Christian? According to the Bible, there is much
more to being a true follower of Jesus Christ than most people realize.
How does God's Word define a true Christian?
Created by the Teen Bible Study Committee Volunteers
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