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Study Series: Repentance
Study Series: Repentance
Fill in the blanks of the Memory VersePick 5 (10 points each)
(BTL/Taken in 2)-50pts (5 points each word)
Write out scriptures from the Cross Study
10 pts each
QUIZ ON THE CROSS STUDY
“ To this you were ______, because Christ suffered for you, leaving you an example, that you should follow in his steps. He _______ no sin, and no deceit was found in his mouth. When they hurled their _____ at him, he did not _______; when he suffered, he made no threats. Instead, he entrusted himself to him who judges_____. He himself _____our sins in his body on the tree, so that we might die to sins and live for _______; by his _________ you have been healed. For you were like sheep going _______, but now you have returned to the _______ and Overseer of your souls.”
Fill in the blanks of the Memory Verse25pts (Over 8 words wrong 10 points)
Romans 3:21-27, Romans 4:22-25, Romans 5:6-11, Mark 14:26-15:41, 1 Peter 2:21-25, Acts 2:36-41,John 3:16-21
10 pts each
QUIZ ON THE CROSS STUDY
“ To this you were called, because Christ suffered for you, leaving you an example, that you should follow in his steps. He committed no sin, and no deceit was found in his mouth. When they hurled their insults at him, he did not retaliate; when he suffered, he made no threats. Instead, he entrusted himself to him who judges justly. He himself bore our sins in his body on the tree, so that we might die to sins and live for righteousness; by his wounds you have been healed.
For you were like sheep going astray, but now you have returned to the Shepherd and Overseer of your souls.”
What is the Aim of this Study?After believing grace, the biblical response is to
repent and be baptized for forgiveness of sins (Acts 2:36-38). Repentance, however, is a powerful blessing from God that has been stripped of its potency. The Greek word for repentance, metanoia, means “after – mindset.” With this gift of ‘hindsight,’ we see clearly to take the right path… the path of living for God rather than for self. Be careful not to present repentance as a work that leads to salvation; rather, it is our awakening to come to our senses and live the way God had always intended for us. It is more than a decision; it is God allowing us to see a new worldview, which always results in the fruit of a turned, changed life.
RepentanceRepentance is a change of attitude toward sin which leads to a desire to change our behavior
accordingly. The way you can tell that repentance has been granted is that the opposers begin to agree with the Scripture. They accept it, they know it to be true, and though it may involve painful adjustments on their part, they are
committed to it, they follow it.
"The reign of God has drawn near, but you can’t see it because you are looking the wrong way. You are expecting the wrong thing. What you
think is ’God’ isn’t God at all. You have to be, as Paul says, transformed by the renewing of your
mind. You have to go through a mental revolution; otherwise the reign of God will be
totally hidden from you.“
2 Corinthians 5:14-21Luke 3:7-14Luke 13:1-9Acts 26:15-21 2 Corinthians 7:8-11 2 Timothy 2:24-26
Repentance
“ Godly sorrow brings repentance that leads to salvation and leaves no regret, but worldly sorrow brings death. See what this godly sorrow has produced in you: what earnestness, what eagerness to clear yourselves, what indignation, what alarm, what longing, what concern, what readiness to see justice done. At every point you have proved yourselves to be innocent in this matter”
2 Corinthians 7:10-11
Memory Scripture
2 Corinthians 5:14-21
Point of the PassageChrist’ love motivates us to repent; that is, to live for Him rather than for ourselves.
Jesus’ resurrection opens our eyes to look beyond the earthly realm.
The old is gone, the new has come!
Purposeful QuestionWhy should Christ’ love compel one to change their life?
What would life be like as a new creation?
How should we view people through our new repentant eyes?
Scriptural BackgroundPaul’s preaching is to persuade others to see God’s love
His ministry was entirely about men and women being reconciled to God
Luke 3:7-14
Point of the Passage The fruit of repentance is the evidence of a changed mindset.
John the Baptist insisted on repentance before baptism
Purposeful QuestionWhat kind of fruit should accompany one’s repentance?
If you were to ask John, “What should I do?” – how would he respond to you?
Scriptural BackgroundJohn the Baptist is preparing the way for Jesus.
Crowds came to learn how they could get right w/ God
He preached a baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sins
“ Godly sorrow brings repentance that leads to salvation and leaves no regret, but worldly sorrow brings death. See what this godly sorrow has produced in you: what earnestness, what eagerness to clear yourselves, what indignation, what alarm, what longing, what concern, what readiness to see justice done. At every point you have proved yourselves to be innocent in this matter”
2 Corinthians 7:10-11
Memory Scripture
Luke 13:1-9
Point of the PassageJesus preaches that without repentance, we will all perish.
He likewise expects to find fruit every time there is true repentance
Purposeful QuestionWhy do you think so many people compare themselves to others?
What are the consequences of not repenting? How should we respond?
How should God’s grace inspire us to repent of the sins in our lives?
Scriptural BackgroundPilate was the Roman who governed Judea. He was always afraid that Jewish crowds would disturb the peace.
The Jews often thought that people suffered because they had sinned (John 9:2).
Jesus had just spoken about *judgement.
Acts 26:15-21
Point of the PassageJesus gives Paul the charge to “open their eyes
so that “they may turn” and prove their repentance by their deeds.
Repentance involves a new perspective, a turning of allegiance, and fruit.
Purposeful QuestionWhat does it mean to have one’s eyes opened and turned from darkness?
How would your whole life be changed if you took God’s view of sin?
What deeds would demonstrate your repentance?
Scriptural BackgroundPaul gives an account of his conversion
The Lord gave Paul a mission to the Gentiles
Jesus sent him to be his witness of what he had seen
“ Godly sorrow brings repentance that leads to salvation and leaves no regret, but worldly sorrow brings death. See what this godly sorrow has produced in you: what earnestness, what eagerness to clear yourselves, what indignation, what alarm, what longing, what concern, what readiness to see justice done. At every point you have proved yourselves to be innocent in this matter”
2 Corinthians 7:10-11
Memory Scripture
2 Corinthians 7:8-11
Point of the PassageThere are two types of sorrow: worldly and godly.
Godly sorrow leads to the repentance & worldly sorrow to death
Godly sorrow produces change within you
Purposeful QuestionHow can feeling sorrow over our sin be good?
Have you previously confused sorrow(s) with true repentance? How would your life change if godly sorrow was produced in your life toward your sins?
Scriptural BackgroundPaul had challenged the Corinthians on their sin
His letter had hurt them but it led to them to examine their lives and to repent
2 Timothy 2:24-26
Point of the PassageGod wants you to be set free from that captivity.
Do not neglect this gift that God grants us.
Purposeful QuestionHas God already opened your eyes thru the Scriptures?
Can you now see the truth?
How will you respond to God’s gift for your life?
Scriptural BackgroundChristians are God’s servants
We must be kind in the way we interact with everyone.
God’s desire is to use us to lead others to a repented life
“ Godly sorrow brings repentance that leads to salvation and leaves no regret, but worldly sorrow brings death. See what this godly sorrow has produced in you: what earnestness, what eagerness to clear yourselves, what indignation, what alarm, what longing, what concern, what readiness to see justice done. At every point you have proved yourselves to be innocent in this matter”
2 Corinthians 7:10-11
Memory Scripture
Additional ScripturesLuke 16:19-31Acts 3:19-20Acts 28:25-28Romans 12:1-2Romans 2:4Acts 5:30-31Acts 11:18Luke 19:1-10 Luke 18:18-30Colossians 2:20-23 / Titus 2:11-12Luke 15:1-2 / Luke 15:11-32
END THE STUDYPrayerSet Up Next StudyGive scriptures for the next study
Colossians 1:13-14Acts 2:38-41John 3:3-5Romans 6:-4Acts 22:7-16
Ask at least 7 people one of the following questions this week
What gives meaning to your life?Or
Do you understand the bible when you read it?
