
Self-Study Guide
Theme: Foundations of Christian Living
Week 1 – Knowing God Personally
Focus: God’s love and salvation through Jesus.
Readings:
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John 3:16–21
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Romans 5:6–11
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Ephesians 2:1–10
Reflection Questions:
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What do these passages teach you about God’s love?
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How does the Bible describe our condition before Jesus?
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According to these verses, what did Jesus do for us?
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What does “grace” mean to you personally?
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In your own words, how would you explain salvation to a friend?
Memory Verse: John 3:16
Application: Write down one way you will thank God daily this week for His gift of salvation.
Week 2 – Growing through God’s Word & Prayer
Focus: The importance of Scripture and prayer.
Readings:
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2 Timothy 3:14–17
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Psalm 119:9–16
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Matthew 6:5–13
Reflection Questions:
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Why is God’s Word described as “useful”?
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What habits can help you build consistency in reading the Bible?
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In the Lord’s Prayer, what stands out to you the most? Why?
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How can prayer deepen your relationship with God?
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What time of day works best for you to read and pray regularly?
Memory Verse: 2 Timothy 3:16
Application: Commit to reading at least one chapter of the Bible and praying daily this week. Write your thoughts in a journal.
Week 3 – Living by Faith & Obedience
Focus: Trusting God and walking in His ways.
Readings:
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Hebrews 11:1–12:2
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James 1:22–25
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Galatians 5:16–25
Reflection Questions:
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What does Hebrews 11 teach you about faith?
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Why is it important not just to hear God’s Word but to obey it?
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Which “fruit of the Spirit” do you want to grow in most?
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What challenges keep you from fully trusting God?
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How can obedience to God bring freedom rather than restriction?
Memory Verse: Galatians 5:22–23
Application: Choose one area of your life where you need to trust God more. Write a prayer surrendering that to Him.
Week 4 – Living in Community & Sharing Your Faith
Focus: Fellowship, encouragement, and witnessing.
Readings:
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Acts 2:42–47
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Hebrews 10:23–25
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Matthew 28:18–20
Reflection Questions:
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What did the early church devote themselves to, and why was that important?
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How does Christian fellowship encourage spiritual growth?
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What does it mean to “spur one another on toward love and good deeds”?
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How does Jesus describe our mission in Matthew 28?
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Who in your life could you begin praying for and sharing your faith with?
Memory Verse: Matthew 28:19–20
Application: Reach out to one believer this week to encourage them, and one non-believer to show God’s love through words or actions.


