First Principles

Course Information

First Principles is a series of classes that can be thought of as “Christianity 101″. The goal is to equip all disciples with the scriptures and tools needed to teach others the basic principles of Christianity, and thus live out Jesus’ Great Commission of making disciples, baptizing them, and teaching them to obey everything Jesus commanded. (Matthew 28:18-20) If you are a member of the Eugene Church and you have not passed the first principles classes as a member of the Eugene Church this is a meeting of the body and you should make every effort to attend. Every member of the church is expected to pass the series of classes and to retake first principles if they have not.

  1. This course should take a high priority in our day as it is geared to help you grasp a firmer hold on God’s Word and to deepen your understanding of His will for your life.
  2. Each session two new scriptures should be memorized for a written or verbal quiz at the beginning of each class.
  3. Each study and order of Scriptures should also be memorized for the quiz.
  4. Each student is required to memorize the names of all the books of the bible.

    5. Outline of Classes - Fall 2007

    Session 1 - Introduction and Seeking God - Wednesday, October 3rd
    Session 2 - The Word of God - Wednesday, October 10th
    Session 3 - Discipleship - Saturday, October 13th
    Session 4 - The Coming of the Kingdom - Wednesday, October 17th
    Session 5 - Light and Darkness - Wednesday, October 24th
    Session 6 - New Testament Conversion - Tuesday, October 30th
    Session 7 - The Cross - Wednesday, November 7th
    Session 8 - The Baptism with the Holy Spirit - Saturday, November 10th
    Session 9 - The Miraculous Gifts of the Holy Spirit - Wednesday, November 14th
    Session 10 - The Church - Saturday, November 17th
    Session 11 - Acts, Part 1 - Sunday, November 18th
    Session 12 - Acts, Part 2 - Sunday, November 25th
    Session 13 - Acts, Part 3 - Wednesday, November 28th
    Session 14 - Acts, Part 4 - Sunday, December 2nd
    Session 15 - Acts Final - After service on Sunday, December 9th

    Suggested Reading List
    These books are recommended as thought-provoking and informative tools to be used in gaining insights into God’s Word. In no way are they suggested to be biblically correct on all doctrinal points.

    Chapman: The Five Love Languages
    Coleman: The Master Plan of Evangelism
    Edwards: The Tale of Three Kings
    Rivers: Voice in the Wind
    Taylor: The Disciplined Life

    Scripture Memory
    But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect.I Peter 3:15

    Session 1 Session 2 Session 3
    Matthew 6:33 John 8:31-32 Mark 1:17
    Jeremiah 29:11 Philippians 4:13 John 13:34-35
    Session 4 Session 5 Session 6
    Acts 2:38 Ezekiel 18:20 Matthew 22:37-39
    Philippians 4:4 Galatians 1:8 John 15:8
    Session 7 Session 8 Session 9
    Matthew 28:18-20 Hebrews 10:24-25 Hebrews 12:15
    Luke 19:10 1 John 1:9 Hebrews 13:17

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    Follow-Up Studies - PDF Format