Teaching

Tactics

HARVESTIME INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE

This course is part of the Harvestime International Institute, a program designed to equip believers for effective spiritual harvest.

The basic theme of the training is to teach what Jesus taught, that which took men who were fishermen, tax collectors, etc., and changed them into reproductive Christians who reached their world with the Gospel in a demonstration of power.

This manual is a single course in one of several modules of curriculum which moves believers from visualizing through deputizing, multiplying, organizing, and mobilizing to achieve the goal of evangelizing.

For further information on additional courses write:

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

How To Use This Manual . . . . . . . . I

Suggestions For Group Study. . . . . . . II

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . 1

Course Objectives . . . . . . . . . 2

1. An Introduction To Teaching . . . . . . . 3

2. A Teacher Come From God: The Mission . . . . . 15

3. A Teacher Come From God: The Message - Part I . . . . 29

4. A Teacher Come From God: The Message - Part II . . . . 36

5. A Teacher Come From God: The Methods - Part I . . . . 57

6. A Teacher Come From God: The Methods - Part II . . . . 71

7. Teaching Aids . . . . . . . . 90

8. Analyzing The Audience . . . . . . . 98

9. Stating Objectives . . . . . . . . 115

10. Lesson Planning . . . . . . . . . 124

11. Evaluation . . . . . . . . . 138

12. Curriculum Selection . . . . . . . . 145

13. Teaching Illiterate Students . . . . . . . 156

14. Teacher Training . . . . . . . . 161

15. An Introduction To Preaching . . . . . . . 171

16. Planning A Sermon . . . . . . . . 179

Answers To Self-Tests. . . . . . . . 196

HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL

MANUAL FORMAT

Each lesson consists of:

Objectives: These are the goals you should achieve by studying the chapter. Read them before starting the lesson.

Key Verse: This verse emphasizes the main concept of the chapter. Memorize it.

Chapter Content: Study each section. Use your Bible to look up any references not printed in the manual.

Self-Test: Take this test after you finish studying the chapter. Try to answer the questions without using your Bible or this manual. When you have concluded the Self-Test, check your answers in the answer section provided at the end of the book.

For Further Study: This section will help you continue your study of the Word of God, improve your study skills, and apply what you have learned to your life and ministry.

Final Examination: If you are enrolled in this course for credit, you received a final examination along with this course. Upon conclusion of this course, you should complete this examination and return it for grading as instructed.

ADDITIONAL MATERIALS NEEDED

You will need a King James version of the Bible.

SUGGESTIONS FOR GROUP STUDY

FIRST MEETING

Opening: Open with prayer and introductions. Get acquainted and register the students.

Establish Group Procedures: Determine who will lead the meetings, the time, place, and dates for the sessions.

Praise And Worship: Invite the presence of the Holy Spirit into your training session.

Distribute Manuals To Students: Introduce the manual title, format, and course objectives provided in the first few pages of the manual.

Make The First Assignment: Students will read the chapters assigned and take the Self-Tests prior to the next meeting. The number of chapters you cover per meeting will depend on chapter length, content, and the abilities of your group.

SECOND AND FOLLOWING MEETINGS

Opening: Pray. Welcome and register any new students and give them a manual. Take attendance. Have a time of praise and worship.

Review: Present a brief summary of what you studied at the last meeting.

Lesson: Discuss each section of the chapter using the HEADINGS IN CAPITAL BOLD FACED LETTERS as a teaching outline. Ask students for questions or comments on what they have studied. Apply the lesson to the lives and ministries of your students.

Self-Test: Review the Self-Tests students have completed. (Note: If you do not want the students to have access to the answers to the Self-Tests, you may remove the answer pages from the back of each manual.)

For Further Study: You may do these projects on a group or individual basis.

Final Examination: If your group is enrolled in this course for credit, you received a final examination with this course. Reproduce a copy for each student and administer the exam upon conclusion of this course.

MODULE: Multiplying

COURSE: Teaching Tactics

INTRODUCTION

The subject of this course is "Teaching Tactics". "Teaching" is the act of instructing another person. Biblical teaching includes imparting knowledge and demonstrating how to apply that knowledge to personal life and ministry. "Tactics" are methods used to achieve a goal, purpose, or objective. In the military, the subject of "tactics" teaches soldiers how to use their weapons to achieve an advantage over the enemy. The same is true in the spiritual world. If we apply God's methods or "tactics", we can conquer spiritual enemies which include the world, the flesh and Satan with all his powers.

In "Teaching Tactics" you will learn how to use a great spiritual weapon. That weapon is the sword of the Spirit which is the Word of God (Ephesians 6:17). You will learn tactics of preaching and teaching God's Word for the purpose of defeating the enemy. This course uses God's Word, the Holy Bible, as the revelation upon which all teaching is based. In Biblical teaching the teacher, subject, and methods must all be in harmony with the Bible.

Teaching is not just the communicating of doctrine or information. Students must experience God, not just learn information about Him. Teaching is the transmission [imparting] of both a life and lifestyle. The life to be imparted to students is new life in Jesus Christ through new birth spiritually (John 3). The lifestyle to be imparted is that of the Kingdom of God. Students must be taught how to live as "citizens" in this Kingdom, learning both the privileges and responsibilities of their position.

Sometimes, we have been content to borrow man-made educational systems instead of learning and applying what God's Word reveals about teaching. This course focuses on Biblical message and methods of teaching. You will learn and apply methods of the master teacher, Jesus Christ. You will understand the functions of God the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit in your teaching.

Guidelines are given for analyzing the audience, stating objectives, planning the lesson, using different teaching methods, and evaluating your teaching. The relationship between teaching and preaching is examined and guidelines are given for preaching Biblical messages. You will also learn how to train others to teach and how to adapt your teaching to illiterate people [those who cannot read or write].

If you are taking Harvestime International Institute courses in their suggested order, this is the second course of the Module entitled "Multiplying", a module which details how to multiply by sharing with others the spiritual truths you have learned. Other courses in the Module include "Biblical World View", "Multiplication Methodologies", and "Power Principles".

COURSE OBJECTIVES

Upon completion of this course you will be able to:

∙ Explain the difference between the position of a teacher, the gift of teaching, and the command to all believers to teach.

∙ Summarize the mission and methods of the master teacher, Jesus Christ.

∙ Explain the functions of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit in teaching.

∙ Use Biblical methods of teaching.

∙ Explain the mission of the teacher.

∙ List Biblical qualifications for teachers.

∙ Analyze the audience.

∙ State instructional objectives.

∙ Teach a Bible lesson.

∙ Explain the relationship between teaching and preaching.

∙ Preach a Bible message.

∙ Develop and use audio-visual aids.

∙ Evaluate your teaching and preaching.

∙ Train others to teach.

∙ Select and/or develop Biblical curriculum.

∙ Adapt your teaching to those who are illiterate.

CHAPTER ONE

AN INTRODUCTION TO TEACHING

OBJECTIVES:

Upon completion of this chapter you will be able to:

∙ Identify a New Testament reference that commissions believers to teach.

∙ Define the words "teach", "teacher", and "teaching".

∙ Explain why we need teachers.

∙ Explain the difference between the leadership position of teacher and the speaking gift of teaching.

∙ Identify who is to be taught.

∙ Identify two main objectives of teaching.

∙ List Biblical warnings given to teachers.

KEY VERSES:

Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Ghost:

Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world.

(Matthew 28:19-20)

INTRODUCTION

Have you ever explained to another person something they did not know? Perhaps you showed them how to do a certain task? If so, you have already experienced teaching.

You may be asking yourself, "Why should I study this lesson? Why should I take a course on `teaching tactics'?" In this chapter you will learn why each believer must know how to teach. You will learn what it means to teach, the main objectives of teaching, why teachers are needed, and who is to be taught.

You will learn the difference between the leadership position of a teacher, the gift of teaching, and the general command to all believers to teach. You will also learn the serious responsibility of teaching as you study special Biblical warnings.

THE COMMISSION TO TEACH

From the beginning of Biblical history, God commanded His people to teach His Word:

And these words, which I command thee this day, shall be in thine heart:

And thou shalt teach them diligently unto thy children, and shalt talk of them when thou sittest in thine house, and when thou walkest by the way, and when thou liest down, and when thou risest up. (Deuteronomy 6:6-7)

The teaching of God's Word was the responsibility of every believer in Old Testament times.

After His death and resurrection and before returning to Heaven, Jesus Christ gave His followers some important instructions:

Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Ghost:

Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world.

(Matthew 28:19-20)

Each follower of Jesus was to teach "all nations". They were to lead people to repentance and baptism in Christ and then continue to instruct them in "all things" Jesus had taught.

All those who serve the Lord are to be "apt" or "able" to teach others:

And the servant of the Lord must be...apt to teach...(II Timothy 2:24)

All mature believers should be involved in teaching others. Paul corrected some believers because they were spiritually immature and could not teach:

For when for the time ye ought to be teachers, ye have need that one teach you again which be the first principles of the oracles of God; and are become such as have need of milk, and not of strong meat. (Hebrews 5:12)

These believers had not grown spiritually so they could teach others. They were still in need of basic teaching [the milk of the Word] themselves. Every believer is to teach. This is why the subject of teaching is of concern to all Christians.

DEFINITION OF TEACHING

The word "teach" means to instruct, show, demonstrate, inform, impart knowledge, train and guide the studies of another. A "teacher" is one who teaches. "Teaching" is the act of instructing and training others.

WHY DO WE NEED TEACHERS?

Teaching and preaching by true believers are the methods God has chosen to reach the nations with the Gospel. Read the story of the Ethiopian eunuch [leader] in Acts 8:26-40. This man was at the right spiritual place. He was in Jerusalem where the great temple of worship was located (Acts 8:27). He was there for the right purpose. He had come to worship (Acts 8:27). He was reading the right book. He was reading a portion of God's Word in Isaiah 53:7 (Acts 8:30). But he still needed someone to help Him understand. He needed a teacher. God sent Philip to instruct him. The eunuch accepted the Gospel and was baptized in water.

Without teachers, unsaved people are like sheep without a shepherd. They do not understand which way to go:

And Jesus, when He came out, saw much people, and was moved with compassion toward them, because they were as sheep not having a shepherd; and He began to teach them many things. (Mark 6:34)

Even believers have problems without proper teaching. God said...

MY PEOPLE are destroyed for lack of knowledge...(Hosea 4:6)

THE MAIN OBJECTIVES

There are two main objectives of Biblical preaching and teaching: Evangelism and discipleship. God uses believers who are part of His Church to accomplish these objectives.

The Church is a group of people who have heard and responded to the call of God and are united by faith in Jesus Christ. It is made up of all true believers who have repented from sin and accepted Jesus as Savior.

The local Church is a group of believers who have organized in a certain area to accomplish the purposes of God in that community. Each local Church is part of what the New Testament calls the "Body of Christ". The "Body of Christ" is the Church which is composed of believers of all ages and times in all parts of the world.

The Church is called the "Body of Christ" because it is the means through which God accomplishes His purposes in the world today. Jesus is the head of the Church. Believers are His body, carrying out God's purposes in the earth.

The main purpose of God in the earth is described in the book of Ephesians:

...According to His good pleasure which He hath purposed in Himself:

That in the dispensation of the fullness of times He might gather together in one all things in Christ...(Ephesians 1:9-10)

In whom we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of His grace. (Ephesians 1:7)

God's purpose is that every person be brought into a personal relationship with Himself through Jesus. His method of accomplishing this purpose is to use the Church:

To the intent that now unto the principalities and powers in heavenly places, might be known by the Church the manifold wisdom of God,

According to the eternal purpose which He purposed in Christ Jesus our Lord... (Ephesians 3:10-11)

Each believer is to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ and lead others to a right relationship with God. This is called "evangelism".

But read the key verse of this lesson again:

Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Ghost:

Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world.

(Matthew 28:19-20)

After accepting the Gospel message, new believers must be taught "all things" Jesus commanded. They must learn how to live in the new Kingdom of God of which they are now a part. This kind of teaching is called "discipleship". Evangelism and discipleship are the main objectives of Biblical teaching and preaching.

WHO DO WE TEACH?

We teach two main groups of people:

ALL NATIONS:

We must teach unbelievers. Every person in every nation is to hear the Gospel. We accomplish this through teaching and preaching God's Word:

Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Ghost. (Matthew 28:19)

FAITHFUL MEN:

We are also to teach "faithful" men and women who become believers in Jesus...

Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world.

(Matthew 28:20)

These people are to continue the process by teaching others:

And the things that thou hast heard of me among many witnesses, the same commit thou to faithful men, who shall be able to teach others also.

(II Timothy 2:2)

Each person taught is to teach others who are also able to teach. This is the pattern of continuous teaching that rapidly multiplies to spread the Gospel throughout the world:

Let him that is taught in the Word communicate unto him that teacheth in all good things. (Galatians 6:6)

TYPES OF TEACHERS

In the world there are many types of teachers. There are teachers in public schools at every level, from childhood through college age. For every job there are teachers who can teach others to perform that special task or service. But when we speak of teachers in this course, we are not talking about teachers in the world system of education. We are speaking of teachers God sets in the Church and of the teaching task of believers.

You have already learned that all believers are to teach others the Gospel [evangelism] and teach new believers [discipleship]. In addition to this general commission to teach, God gives some believers special gifts of teaching:

And God hath set some in the church, first apostles, secondarily prophets, thirdly teachers...(I Corinthians 12:28)

And He gave some...teachers... (Ephesians 4:11)

There are many special abilities God gives which are called "spiritual gifts". These abilities enable believers to accomplish God's purposes in ministry. There are two spiritual gifts of teaching. There is a leadership position of teacher and a speaking gift of teaching. Those with these gifts have a special ability of communicating God's Word effectively in such a way that others learn and apply what is taught. Their teaching ability goes beyond that which every believer should have for evangelism and discipleship. They have an anointing and feel a "call" or urge to teach and preach God's Word.

God sets some of these teachers in leadership positions to guide the affairs of the church. Acts 13:1-4 illustrates the leadership position of teaching. Others are especially anointed of God to teach, but do not hold a leadership position in the Church. They only teach, they do not guide the affairs of the church.

Not everyone has the leadership position of teacher. Not everyone has the spiritual gift of teaching. Paul wrote:

Are all apostles? Are all prophets? Are all teachers?...

(I Corinthians 12:29)

The answer to these questions are "No". Not everyone has these spiritual gifts. The Body of Christ is similar to the human body. Each person has a different position just as each member of your body has a different function:

For as we have many members in one body, and all members have not the same office:

So we, being many, are one body in Christ, and every one members one of another.

Having then gifts differing according to the grace that is given to us...let us wait on our ministering...he that teacheth, on teaching. (Romans 12:4-7)

It is important to discover your spiritual gift because when the whole Body is working properly with each person in his place, God's purposes are accomplished:

From whom the whole body fitly joined together and compacted by that which every joint supplieth, according to the effectual working in the measure of every part, maketh increase of the body unto the edifying of itself in love. (Ephesians 4:16)

But remember: Even if you do not have these special gifts of teaching, God has called ALL believers to teach the Gospel to all nations in evangelism and to train new believers in the discipleship process.

WHAT DO WE TEACH?

The Word of God is the authority on which all Biblical teaching is based. The total revelation of God's Word must be taught. When you teach God's Word you must not just teach doctrine or factual information. You must communicate a life and a lifestyle. You communicate the life of Jesus and seek to bring all men into fellowship with Him. You teach the lifestyle of the Kingdom of God of which new believers become a part. Other books and materials may be used in teaching, but they should always be in harmony with God's Word.

Later in this course you will study in more detail the content of Biblical teaching as you learn what Jesus taught and what the early Church leaders continued to teach after He returned to Heaven.

WORDS OF WARNING

There are three Biblical warnings God gives about teaching:

TEACHING MUST BE BASED ON GOD'S WORD, NOT DOCTRINES OF MEN:

Howbeit in vain do they worship me, teaching for doctrines the commandments of men. (Mark 7:7)

Teaching man's rules, commandments, and doctrines is "vain". This means it is unsuccessful and accomplishes no good purpose. Biblical teaching is not based on the wisdom of man:

Which things also we speak, not in the word which man's wisdom teacheth, but which the Holy Ghost teacheth; comparing spiritual things with spiritual.

(I Corinthians 2:13)

God's wisdom accomplishes His purposes in the lives of those taught:

...Christ in you, the hope of glory;

Whom we preach, warning every man, and teaching every man in all wisdom; that we may present every man perfect in Christ Jesus. (Colossians 1:27-28)

TEACHERS MUST LIVE WHAT THEY TEACH:

Thou therefore which teachest another, teachest thou not thyself? Thou that preachest a man should not steal, dost thou steal?

Thou that sayest a man should not commit adultery, dost thou commit adultery? Thou that abhorrest idols, dost thou commit sacrilege?

(Romans 2:21-22) (See also Matthew 5:19)

Teachers must live what they teach because they will be judged on the basis of what they have taught:

My brethren, be not many masters [teachers], knowing that we shall receive the greater condemnation. (James 3:1)

Teachers must have experiential knowledge of God's Word. This means they must understand through experience [not just head knowledge] what they are teaching. Paul speaks of those who...

Desiring to be teachers of the law; understand neither what they say, nor whereof they affirm. (I Timothy 1:7)

Understanding comes through experience and application of God's Word in your own life.

THERE WILL BE FALSE TEACHERS:

But there were false prophets also among the people, even as there shall be false teachers among you, who privily shall bring in damnable heresies, even denying the Lord that bought them, and bring upon themselves swift destruction. (II Peter 2:1)

Some of these false teachers will attract big crowds because they say what people want to hear:

For the time will come when they will not endure sound doctrine; but after their own lusts shall they heap to themselves teachers, having itching ears:

And they shall turn away their ears from the truth and shall be turned unto fables. (II Timothy 4:3-4)

Many false teachers will have a wrong motive. They will teach for financial gain:

Whose mouths must be stopped, who subvert whole houses, teaching things which they ought not for filthy lucre's sake. (Titus 1:11)

You must not accept the doctrines of false teachers:

But though we, or an angel from Heaven, preach any other Gospel unto you than that which we have preached unto you, let him be accursed.

As we said before, so say I now again, if any man preach any other Gospel unto you than that ye have received, let him be accursed. (Galatians 1:8-9)

SELF-TEST

1. Write the Key Verses from memory.

_______________________________________________________________________________

2. List a New Testament reference that commissions believers to teach.___________________

3. Define these words:

Teach:__________________________________________________________________________

Teacher:________________________________________________________________________

Teaching:________________________________________________________________________

4. Why do we need teachers?

_______________________________________________________________________________

5. Explain the difference between the leadership position of teacher and the gift of teaching.

________________________________________________________________________________

6. Is this statement true or false? "All believers do not have the gift or leadership position of

teaching, but all believers are to teach." The statement is______________.

7. Who are we to teach?____________________________________________________________

8. What are the two main objectives of Biblical teaching?

_____________________________ and _____________________________

9. List three Biblical warnings about teaching discussed in this lesson.

__________________________ ___________________________ ________________________

(Answers to self-tests are provided at the conclusion of the final chapter in this manual.)

FOR FURTHER STUDY

1. II Peter chapter 2 and the book of Jude list some of the personal characteristics by which we can recognize false teachers.

2. If you do not know what spiritual gift God has given you, obtain the Harvestime International Institute course, "Ministry of the Holy Spirit". It will help you discover your spiritual gift.

3. The Harvestime International Institute course, "Leaven-Like Evangelism", explains how to evangelize in such a manner that spiritual reproduction will continue, even as leaven spreads through a loaf of bread.

4. The Harvestime International Institute course entitled "Multiplication Methodologies" details how to disciple new believers.

5. Study the following examples of teachers in the New Testament. Who do you think might have had the leadership position of teacher? Who might have had only the speaking gift of teaching?

-Appollos: Acts 18:24-25

-Aquilla and Priscilla: Acts 18:26

-Paul: Acts 20:20-21,27; 21:28

-Unnamed: Acts 13:1

-Peter: Acts 5:28-29

6. In this lesson you learned that from the beginning of Biblical history God instructed His people to teach His Word. Continue your study of the subject of "teaching" in the Old Testament by reading the following references in your Bible:

Deuteronomy 4:9,10,14; 6:9,20; 5:31; 11:19; 17:11; 20:18; 24:8; 31:19; 33:10

Exodus 4:12,15; 18:20; 24:12; 35:34

Leviticus 10:11; 14:57

Psalms 119:99

Proverbs 9:9; 16:23

Micah 3:11

II Chronicles 17:7

Ezra 7:10

Judges 3:2; 13:8

I Samuel 12:23

II Samuel 1:18

I Kings 8:36

II Kings 17:27

7. Here are some things God wants to teach us:

Psalms 18:34; 25:4-12; 27:11; 32:8; 34:11; 45:4; 51:13; 71:17; 86:11; 90:12; 94:10,12; 105:22; 119:12,68,99,102,104,124,135,171; 143:10; 144:1

II Samuel 22:35

Isaiah 2:3; 28:9,26; 48:17

I Chronicles 25:7

Micah 4:2

8. Study these verses on instruction:

Psalms 2:10

Proverbs 5:13; 1:2-8; 4:1,13; 6:23; 8:10,33; 9:9; 10:17; 12:1; 13:1; 15:33; 19:20,27; 21:11; 23:12,23; 24:32

Isaiah 8:11

Luke 1:4

Romans 2:18

Philippians 4:12

II Timothy 3:16

9. There are serious results for refusing Godly instruction. Study the following verses:

Proverbs 1:7; 5:12,13,23; 13:18; 15:5,32; 16:22

Jeremiah 17:23; 32:33

Psalms 50:17

CHAPTER TWO

A TEACHER COME FROM GOD: THE MISSION

OBJECTIVES:

Upon completion of this chapter you will be able to:

∙ Explain the functions of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit in teaching.

∙ Identify Jesus Christ as the greatest teacher, the example for all to follow.

∙ Identify personality qualities that should be evident in the life of a teacher.

∙ Explain the mission of Jesus as a teacher come from God.

∙ Summarize where, when, and who Jesus taught.

∙ Give a Biblical reference which confirms we are sent by Jesus as He was sent by God.

∙ Identify your mission as a teacher come from God.

KEY VERSE:

The same came to Jesus by night, and said unto Him, Rabbi, we know that thou art a teacher come from God: for no man can do these miracles that thou doest, except God be with Him. (John 3:2)

INTRODUCTION

In this chapter you will learn the functions of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit in Biblical teaching. You will learn details of the mission of Jesus, "a teacher come from God". From this study you will discover the divine purpose of your own mission as a teacher.

DIVINE AGENTS IN TEACHING

Biblical teaching is empowered by divine agents. This means there are spiritual powers behind such teaching. It is not just the teaching of a man. The divine agents of Biblical teaching are God the Father, the Son Jesus Christ, and the Holy Spirit.

GOD THE FATHER:

You learned in the last chapter that it is God who sets believers in the Church with the spiritual gift and office of teaching (Ephesians 4:11). In Biblical teaching the subject that is taught God's Word. You will learn more about this in the next chapter as you study the message of the teacher come from God.

It is God the Father who sent Jesus Christ to earth to teach us about Himself and to provide salvation for all mankind:

For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life.

For God sent not His Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through Him might be saved. (John 3:16-17)

JESUS CHRIST:

Jesus Christ, God's Son, is the greatest spiritual teacher of all times. Jesus was sent to earth by God the Father:

The same came to Jesus by night, and said unto Him, Rabbi, we know that thou art a teacher come from God: for no man can do these miracles that thou doest, except God be with Him. (John 3:2)

Since Jesus was sent to earth as a teacher representing God, He is the example for Biblical teachers to follow. Jesus is the one who sends believers to the world as teachers:

As my Father hath sent me, even so send I you. (John 20:21)

And Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in Heaven and in earth.

Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost;

Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world.

(Matthew 28:18-20)

THE HOLY SPIRIT:

When Jesus returned to Heaven following His death and resurrection, the Holy Spirit was sent by God to be the resident teacher in believers. The Holy Spirit dwells within your spirit and teaches you the things of God:

But the Comforter, which is the Holy Ghost, whom the Father will send in my name, He shall teach you all things, and bring all things to your remembrance whatsoever I have said unto you. (John 14:26)

Additional functions of the Holy Spirit in teaching are revealed in the following passages. The Holy Spirit:

1. Gives instruction in "all things" Jesus taught (John 14:26).

2. Helps you remember what you learn (John 14:26).

3. Guides you into all truth (John 16:13).

4. Declares [announces] future events in God's plan (John 16:13).

5. Reveals the "deep things" of God (I Corinthians 2:10).

6. Is the wisdom behind Biblical teaching (I Corinthians 2:13).

7. Teaches you what to say in crisis situations (Luke 12:12).

8. Anoints you to teach and minister (Luke 4:18, I John 2:27).

9. Enables prayer for students (Romans 8:26).

The Holy Spirit is also at work in the lives of those you teach:

l. As you teach, the Holy Ghost is the spiritual power that convicts sinners and causes them to respond to the Gospel message (John 16:7-11).

2. The Holy Spirit reveals the Lord Jesus Christ to them (John 16:14).

3. The Holy Spirit leads them into the "born again" experience (John 3:5,6,8).

4. He will lead them to life in the Spirit instead of the flesh (Galatians 5:16).

5. He will witness to their hearts the truths of God's Word (Acts 5:29-32).

THE MASTER TEACHER

Jesus is the example for Christian teachers to follow. He is the model for Biblical teaching. Because of this, it is important to learn all you can about Him as a teacher. First, let us look at qualities in the life of Jesus that should be evident in the lives of Christian teachers:

FRUIT OF THE HOLY SPIRIT:

The "fruit" of the Holy Spirit was evident in the life of Jesus. Spiritual "fruit" refers to the positive qualities the Holy Spirit wants to develop in the lives of all believers:

...The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith,

Meekness, temperance; against such there is no law.

(Galatians 5:22-23)

Read through the books of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John and note how each of these qualities were evident in the life of Jesus. Each "Spirit filled" teacher of God's Word should also have these same qualities. It is spiritual fruit, not gifts, that are the true test of ministry:

And all the people were amazed, and said, Is not this the son of David? (Matthew 12:33)

ATTITUDES OF JESUS:

In addition to spiritual fruit, Jesus also was a model of proper attitudes that should be evident in the lives of teachers of God's Word. The following Scriptures illustrate these attitudes:

-Jesus had great compassion for people and their needs: Matthew 15:32; Mark 1:32-35; 8:2-3; Luke 10:54-56; 19:41

-This compassion led Him to intercession for those He taught: Matthew 11:21-24; 23:37-39

-This resulted in concern for the Father's business: Luke 2:49; 4:43; John 4:34; 9:4

-Jesus had an attitude of no condemnation towards those He taught: (Mark 2:17; John 8:1-11). He accepted people where they were and then led them to the level of faith where they should be. He did not condemn Thomas when He doubted (John 20:24-29). He did not condemn the ruler who felt it necessary that Jesus come to his house to pray for his daughter (Matthew 9:18-26) although it had already been shown this was not necessary (Matthew 8:5-13).

-Although Jesus did not condemn, He was uncompromising with sin. This means He did not in any way approve of it or overlook it: Matthew 11:21-24; 15:3-9; 12:12-13; Mark 10:17; Luke 5:31-32; 19:45-46

-Jesus demonstrated a trust in God for the impossible: Mark 10:17; 11:22-24; Luke 18:27

-He demonstrated boldness and authority in His teaching: Matthew 21:23-27; Mark 8:38; 11:24-33; Luke 5:24

-Most important, He had a servant's attitude toward those to whom He ministered: Matthew 20:25-28; 23:2-12; Mark 10:42-45; Luke 22:25-27

THE MISSION OF THE MASTER

When we speak of the "mission" of Jesus, we refer to the following:

Why Jesus taught.

When and where He taught.

Who He taught.

What He taught.

How He taught.

Let us examine why, when, where, and who Jesus taught. Following chapters will focus on the message [what] and methods [how] of His mission.

WHY HE TAUGHT:

Jesus taught because He was commissioned by God to do so. The mission [reason or purpose] of Jesus is summarized in the following Scriptures:

Think not that I am come to destroy the law or the prophets; I am not come to destroy, but to fulfill. (Matthew 5:17)

I am not come to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance.

(Matthew 9:13)

Think not that I am come to send peace on the earth: I come not to send peace, but a sword. (Matthew 10:34)

(Jesus meant His message would cause division; some would accept it and some would not.)

I am not sent but unto the lost sheep of the house of Israel.

(Matthew 15:24)

For the Son of Man is come to save that which is lost. (Matthew 18:11)

(See also Luke 19:10).

I came not to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance. (Mark 2:17)

Let us go into the next towns, that I may preach there also; for therefore I came forth. (Mark 1:38)

For the Son of man is not come to destroy men's lives, but to save them... (Luke 9:56)

And said unto them, Thus it is written, and thus it behooved Christ to suffer, and to rise from the dead the third day:

And that repentance and remission of sins should be preached in His name among all nations, beginning at Jerusalem.

And ye are witnesses of these things. (Luke 24:46-48)

Jesus saith unto them, My meat is to do the will of Him that sent me, and to finish His work. (John 4:34)

For I came down from Heaven not to do mine own will, but the will of Him that sent me. (John 6:38)

...To this end was I born, and for this cause came I into the world, that I should bear witness unto the truth... (John 18:37)

I am come a light unto the world, that whosoever believeth on me should not abide in darkness. (John 12:46)

I speak that which I have seen with my Father...(John 9:38)

...I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly. (John 10:10)

WHEN AND WHERE HE TAUGHT:

Jesus taught on the Sabbath Day:

And they went into Capernaum; and straightway on the Sabbath day He entered into the synagogue, and taught. (Mark 1:21)

(See also Luke 4:31; 6:6; 13:10).

Jesus taught daily:

And He taught daily in the temple... (Luke 19:47)

He taught in cities and villages:

Let us go into the next towns, that I may preach there also; for therefore I came forth. (Mark 1:38)

And Jesus went about all the cities and villages teaching...

(Matthew 9:35) (See also Matthew 11:1; Mark 1:38; 6:6; Luke 13:22).

He taught in the centers of religious worship:

And Jesus went about all Galilee, teaching in their synagogues... (Matthew 4:23) (See also Matthew 13:54; Mark 1:21; 6:2; Luke 4:15; 6:6; 13:10; John 6:59; 18:20).

And when He was come into the temple, the chief priests and the elders of the people came unto Him as He was teaching... (Matthew 21:23)

(See also Matthew 26:55; Mark 12:35; 14:49; Luke 19:47; 20:21; 21:37; John 7:14,28; 8:2,20).

He taught anywhere and everywhere:

And He went forth again by the sea side; and all the multitude resorted unto Him, and He taught them. (Mark 2:13) (See also Mark 4:1; 10:1; Luke 5:3).

WHO HE TAUGHT:

Jesus taught crowds of people:

And seeing the multitudes, He went up into a mountain... And He opened His mouth and taught them, saying... (Matthew 5:1-2)

(See the "For Further Study" section of this chapter for additional references on the ministry of Jesus to crowds).

Jesus taught individuals:

See John 3 and 4 and the "For Further Study" section of this chapter for references on the ministry of Jesus to individuals.

Jesus taught men and women in all levels of society:

-He taught the rich: Mark 10:17-22

-He taught the poor: Luke 4:18

-He taught all levels of society: The Samaritan woman was of a lower class (John 4). Nicodemus was a ruler and a member of the upper class (John 3).

-He taught those of His own race:

I am not sent but unto the lost sheep of the house of Israel.

(Matthew 15:24)

...teaching throughout all Jewry, beginning from Galilee to this place.

(Luke 23:5)

-He taught those of other races. See John 4 where Jesus taught the Samaritan woman.

-He taught religious leaders:

And it came to pass on a certain day, as He was teaching, that there were Pharisees and doctors of the law sitting by, which were come out of every town of Galilee, and Judaea, and Jerusalem; and the power of the Lord was present to heal them. (Luke 5:17)

-He taught all ages: He taught young rulers (Mark 10:17-22) and a man who had waited 38 years for a miracle (John 5:1-16).

-His teaching mission was to the whole world, people from every culture, tribe, and tongue:

And He said unto them, I must preach the Kingdom of God to other cities also: for therefore am I sent. (Luke 4:43)

Jesus gave special teaching to His disciples:

And He thought them many things by parables, and said unto them in His doctrine. (Mark 4:2)

Then Jesus sent the multitude away, and went into the house: and His disciples came unto Him, saying, Declare unto us the parable of the tares of the field. (Matthew 13:36)

Jesus taught special lessons to His disciples because they were the men He was training for leadership in the Church.

Sometimes Jesus combined groups and taught them together: See Luke 15:1-17:11.

"SO SEND I YOU"

Jesus made an important statement concerning His followers which applies to all true believers. He said...

As my Father hath sent me, even so send I you. (John 20:21)

This means believers are sent into the world with the same mission as Jesus. Like Jesus, we are teachers "come from God". We can briefly summarize our mission in teaching by this statement: As the Father sent Jesus, so are we sent to accomplish similar purposes. His mission is our mission. Since we have the same mission as Jesus, we should follow His example in who, where, and when we teach. Our mission is to all people, anywhere, anytime. We must also allow God to develop spiritual qualities in our lives like those of Jesus. Review this lesson concerning the mission of Jesus. As you do, remember that you are sent to a lost world with a similar mission.

SELF-TEST

1. Write the Key Verse from memory.

_______________________________________________________________________________

2. What is the function of God the Father in teaching?

_______________________________________________________________________________

3. What is the function of Jesus Christ in teaching?

_______________________________________________________________________________

4. What are the functions of the Holy Spirit in teaching?

_______________________________________________________________________________

5. Fill in these blanks with the correct words.

_________________ _________________ was the master teacher, the example for all to follow.

6. List some of the positive personality qualities which should be developed in the life of a teacher.

_______________________________________________________________________________

7. Summarize the mission of Jesus as a teacher come from God.

_______________________________________________________________________________

8. Write a brief summary on each of the following topics. During His earthly ministry...

Where did Jesus teach?

_______________________________________________________________________________

When did Jesus teach?

_______________________________________________________________________________

Who did Jesus teach?

_______________________________________________________________________________

9. What Biblical reference confirms we are sent by Jesus as He was by God?

_______________________________________________________________________________

10. Briefly summarize your mission as a teacher come from God.

_______________________________________________________________________________

(Answers to self-tests are provided at the conclusion of the final chapter in this manual.)

FOR FURTHER STUDY

l. Study the following references for further study on the ministry of Jesus to crowds:

Matthew: 5:1-2; 7:28-29; 8:1-2 [individual in midst of multitude]; 8:16-17,34; 9:1-8,36-38; 11:7; 13:1-9; 14:13-23; 15:30-39; 17:14; 19:2; 20:29-34; 21:8-11; 22:23; 26:47

Mark: 1:33-35,45; 2:1-5,7-15,20-21,32-35; 4:1-36; 5:14-17,21-43; 6:2-5,33-46,55-56; 7:24,31-37; 8:1-9; 9:14-27; 10:1,46-52; 11:8-10; 14:43-52; 15:8

Luke: 2:45-52; 4:16-30,40-44; 5:1,15-16,18-26; 6:17-7:1; 7:11-18; 8:1,37,40,56; 9:12-18,37; 12:1; 13:11-17; 18:35-43; 19:1-10,36-40; 22:47; 23:1

John: 2:1-11; 4:39-42; 5:1,13; 6:5-15,22; 7:40; 8:1-9; 12:9,12-13

2. Study the following references for further study on the ministry of Jesus to individuals:

Matthew: Chapter 8 (leper, servant, Peter's mother-in-law, a scribe); Chapter 9 (a man sick of palsy, diseased woman, child); 12:9-13 (a man with a withered hand); 12:22 (demon possessed); 15:21-28 (woman with demon-possessed daughter); 17:17-18 (a man with demon-possessed son); 19:16-22 (rich young man); 22:34-40 (a lawyer); 26:6-13 (woman with ointment).

Mark: 1:23-26 (man in synagogue with unclean spirit); 1:40-45 (leper); 5:1-20 ("Legion"); 8:22-26 (blind man); 10:46-52 (blind Bartimaeus).

Luke: 7:11-17 (dead man); 8:2 (Mary Magdalene); 9:57-62 (individuals who would be disciples); 10:25-37 (a lawyer); 10:38-42 (Martha); 12:13-15 (a brother concerned about inheritance); 13:10-17 (woman with spirit of infirmity); 13:23-30 (unidentified questioner); 14:1-6 (man with dropsy); 19:1-10 (Zacchaeus).

John: 1:47-51 (Nathanael); Chapter 3 (Nicodemus); 4:4-42 (Samaritan woman); 5:1-16 (lame man at Bethesda); 8:1-11 (woman caught in adultery); Chapter 9 (man blind from birth); Chapter 11 (Lazarus, Martha); 13:1-10; 21:15-25 (Peter); 19:25-27 (His mother); 20:11-18 (Mary); 20:24- 29 (Thomas).

3. Jesus is called "teacher" 48 times in the Gospels. Find and mark these references in your Bible.

4. Harvestime International Institute has a course entitled "The Ministry Of The Holy Spirit" which provides further instruction on the importance of the Holy Spirit in life and ministry.

5. You learned in this lesson how Jesus taught at any time and any place. This followed the Old Testament principle of God given in Deuteronomy 6:6-7. Read this passage in your Bible.

6. Study the following charts which add to our understanding of the divine agents behind Biblical teaching:

The Nature of Revelation

I Corinthians 2:9-13

What no eye has seen, nor ear heard nor the heart the information is not based

of man conceived what God has prepared for those on human experience

who love Him,

God has revealed to us through the Spirit. purpose of the Holy Spirit

The Spirit searches everything, even the depths in teaching

of God. For what person knows a man's thoughts except

the spirit of man which is in him? So also no one

comprehends the thoughts of God except the Spirit of

God.

Now we have received not the spirit of the world,

but the Spirit which is from God, that we might understand the purpose of revelation

the gifts bestowed on us by God.

And we impart this in words not taught by human wisdom revelation is imparted

but taught by the Spirit, interpreting spiritual truths In words taught by the

to those who possess the Spirit. Holy Spirit

(Revised Standard Version)

I Corinthians 2:1 - 4:7

Our Part God's Part

we come not with great speech or intellect

we emphasize Christ and His cross

we rely not upon human wisdom, but upon. . . . . . . . . the demonstration of the power of the Spirit.

for mature believers we speak spiritual wisdom. . . . that has been revealed by God

-The Spirit unveils things that never occurred to natural man

-He shares the deepest truths of God

-Only He understands the thoughts of God

-He gives insight into God's grace

we set forth these spiritual truths in words. . . . . that the Spirit teaches

we appreciate them. . . . . . . . . . . . . . by spiritual insight

we have the thoughts of Christ

we are mere servants. . . . . . . . . . . . . to whom the Lord has given a task

some of us plant, some water. . . . . . . . . . but God gives the growth

we are nothing in ourselves, compared with . . . . . God who gives the growth

the planter and waterer are one in aim . . . . . . yet each gets his own reward according to his work

Our Part God's Part

we are God's fellow workers; you are His field, His house. according to God's commission

one is the architect who lays the foundation (Christ),

while another builds upon it.

each one must be careful how he builds . . . . . . the judgment day will test by fire each man's work; if his work stands the test he will receive his reward

we are God's temple . . . . . . . . . . . . where the Spirit has His permanent home

the world's wisdom is foolishness with God; we cannot

boast of men but everything [spiritual] belongs to you

in Christ, in God we are servants of Christ and stewards

of God's truths, who must prove worthy of the trust . . our only judge is God Himself who will expose secret motives and give praise accordingly

all we have is a gift from God which excludes boasting.

CHAPTER THREE

A TEACHER COME FROM GOD: THE MESSAGE - PART I

OBJECTIVES:

Upon completion of this chapter you will be able to:

∙ Summarize the basic message taught by Jesus Christ.

∙ Give a Biblical reference which summarizes basic elements of the Gospel message.

∙ Recognize that believers are to teach the same message Jesus taught.

∙ Recognize that teaching and preaching should be accompanied with the demonstration of God's power.

∙ Identify the Bible as the basis for instruction on the Kingdom of God.

KEY VERSES:

And as ye go, preach, saying, The Kingdom of Heaven is at hand.

Heal the sick, cleanse the lepers, raise the dead, cast out devils: freely ye have received, freely give. (Matthew 10:7-8)

INTRODUCTION

In the last chapter you learned of the teaching mission of Jesus which is now the responsibility of believers. You studied qualities of His lifestyle which should be evident in your life as a teacher. You learned why, when, where and who Jesus taught.

In this and the following chapter you will learn what Jesus taught. Jesus did not have a lifetime to train His disciples. He only had a few short years, so He focused His teaching on important concepts. The content of His message should be the focus of your own teaching mission.

THE BASIC MESSAGE

The basic message of Jesus can be summarized in one sentence: He taught all things concerning the Kingdom of God.

All men live in a natural kingdom of this world. They live in a city or village which is part of a nation. That nation is a kingdom of the world. In addition to the natural kingdoms of this world there are two spiritual kingdoms. Every person is a resident of one of these two kingdoms: The Kingdom of Satan or the Kingdom of God. Unbelievers are part of the Kingdom of Satan. Satan rules their lives. They have an ungodly, immoral, fleshly, sinful lifestyle. Those who have repented from sin and accepted Jesus as their personal Savior are part of God's Kingdom. God is their King and He rules their lives.

The Gospel of the Kingdom of God was the central purpose of Christ's life. He began His earthly ministry by declaring the arrival of the Kingdom:

From that time Jesus began to preach, and to say, Repent: For the Kingdom of Heaven is at hand. (Matthew 4:17)

He ended His earthly ministry by speaking of "things pertaining to the Kingdom":

To whom also He shewed Himself alive after His passion by many infallible proofs, being seen of them forty days, and speaking of the things pertaining to the Kingdom of God. (Acts 1:3)

Between the beginning and ending of His earthly ministry, the Kingdom of God was the focus of His teaching. He said:

I must preach the Kingdom of God to other cities also; for therefore am I sent. (Luke 4:43)

The parables of Jesus focused on the Kingdom. His miracles were a demonstration of the Kingdom of God in action. Jesus taught people how to enter the Kingdom through the born- again experience (John 3). This is evangelism. Jesus also taught people how to live as part of God's Kingdom by developing a Kingdom lifestyle. (For an example, read Matthew 5-7). This is discipleship.

Because of the importance of the subject of God's Kingdom, Harvestime International Institute offers a course entitled "Kingdom Living". If you have not already studied this course it is important that you do so. It contains detailed teaching on the Gospel of the Kingdom.

Another course offered by Harvestime International Institute, "Foundations Of Faith", provides teaching on the basic truths [spiritual "foundations"] on which the Kingdom rests.

If you are taking the Institute courses in their suggested order, you have already studied these courses and understand how to enter and live as part of God's Kingdom. It is this message you must preach and teach to others.

BASIC ELEMENTS OF THE GOSPEL

There is a passage in the New Testament that summarizes the basic Gospel message:

Moreover, brethren, I declare unto you the Gospel which I preached unto you, which also ye have received, and where in ye stand:

By which also we are saved, if ye keep in memory what I preached unto you, unless you have believed in vain.

For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how that Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures;

And that He was buried, and that He rose again the third day according to the Scriptures. (I Corinthians 15:1-4)

The basic elements of the Gospel message are that Jesus died for our sins according to the Scriptures, He was buried, and He rose again according to the Scriptures. When you preach or teach the Gospel of the Kingdom your message should include these basic facts. Jesus is the focus of the Gospel message. Biblical teaching should always concern either evangelism [how to enter the Kingdom of God] or discipleship [how to live in the Kingdom of God].

THE WORD OF GOD

Jesus taught God's message of truth:

...Master, we know that thou art true, and teachest the way of God in truth... (Matthew 22:16)

He taught doctrine:

And He taught the many things by parables and said unto them in His doctrine... (Mark 4:2)

You will learn as you study the teaching methods of Jesus that He used Old Testament Scriptures frequently. Biblical teaching should include the total revelation of God's Word, as it is the basis of instruction which teaches us how to live in the Kingdom of God:

All Scripture is given by inspiration of God and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness:

That the man of God may be perfect, thoroughly furnished unto all good works. (II Timothy 3:16-17)

THE COMMISSION TO BELIEVERS

Believers are commissioned by Jesus to teach and preach the same message: The Gospel of the Kingdom of God. Jesus told His followers:

And as ye go, preach, saying, The Kingdom of Heaven is at hand.

Heal the sick, cleanse the lepers, raise the dead, cast out devils: freely ye have received, freely give. (Matthew 10:7-8)

And He said unto them, Go ye into all the world and preach the Gospel to every creature. (Mark 16:15)

The teaching of Jesus always included emphasis on reproduction. Those who became part of God's Kingdom had a responsibility to reproduce and bring others into the Kingdom. This is how the Kingdom would continue to grow and spread throughout the world. New converts in the Kingdom must become disciples. A disciple is a pupil of a teacher who learns and puts into practice what he learns. Disciples must then become apostles. An apostle is one sent forth with a special commission representing the sender.

Because you received the Gospel freely from Jesus, you are to share it freely with others. The pattern is summarized by the Apostle Paul:

And the things that thou hast heard of me among many witnesses, the same commit thou to faithful men, who shall be able to teach others also.

(II Timothy 2:2)

It is important that you are faithful to the commission of spreading the Gospel of the Kingdom because when you have completed the task, the kingdoms of this world will end:

And this Gospel of the Kingdom shall be preached in all the world for a witness unto all nations; and then shall the end come. (Matthew 24:14)

THE DEMONSTRATION OF POWER

The message of the Kingdom of God is not just to be a verbal message. It is to be accompanied by a demonstration of the power of the Kingdom in action. Jesus said:

The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because He hath anointed me to preach the Gospel to the poor, He hath sent me to heal the brokenhearted, to preach deliverance to the captives, and recovering of sight to the blind, to set at liberty them that are bruised. (Luke 4:18)

The Kingdom of God was demonstrated as Jesus taught:

And Jesus went about all Galilee, teaching in their synagogues, and preaching the Gospel of the Kingdom, and healing all manner of sickness and all manner of disease among the people. (Matthew 4:23)

Whosoever therefore shall break one of these least commandments, and shall teach men so, he shall be called the least in the Kingdom of heaven: but whosoever shall do and teach them, the same shall be called great in the Kingdom of Heaven. (Matthew 5:19)

When Jesus commissioned His followers to spread the Gospel of the Kingdom, He told them to...

Heal the sick, cleanse the lepers, raise the dead, cast out devils: freely ye have received, freely give. (Matthew 10:8)

The message of the Kingdom of God must be accompanied by a demonstration of His power that changes lives. Because of the importance of this subject, Harvestime International Institute offers a course entitled "Power Principles". The "teaching tactics" you learn in this course must be combined with the demonstration of power, so it is important that you study and apply the principles taught in both courses.

SELF-TEST

1. Write the Key Verses from memory.

_______________________________________________________________________________

2. What was the basic message taught by Jesus Christ?

_______________________________________________________________________________

3. Give a Biblical reference which summarizes the basic elements of the Gospel message.

_______________________________________________________________________________

4. Is this statement true or false: Believers are to teach and preach the same message Jesus did.

The statement is__________________________.

5. The teaching and preaching of the Gospel is to be accompanied by the demonstration of

God's ___________________.

6. What is the basic book for instruction which teaches about the Kingdom of God?

_______________________________________________________________________________

(Answers to self-tests are provided at the conclusion of the final chapter in this manual.)

FOR FURTHER STUDY

1. Obtain the Harvestime International Institute course entitled "Kingdom Living" for further study of the spiritual Kingdom of which Jesus taught.

2. "Foundations Of Faith" is a Harvestime International Institute course which explains basic truths upon which the Gospel of the Kingdom of God rests. It is important that you learn these also.

3. Obtain the Harvestime International Institute course, "Power Principles", for further study of how the demonstration of power is to be combined with teaching and preaching.

CHAPTER FOUR

A TEACHER COME FROM GOD: THE MESSAGE - PART II

OBJECTIVES:

Upon completion of this chapter you will be able to:

∙ Continue studying the message taught by Jesus.

∙ Use this lesson to share the teachings of Jesus Christ with others.

KEY VERSE:

This then is the message which we have heard of Him, and declare unto you, that God is light, and in Him is no darkness at all. (I John 1:5)

INTRODUCTION

The general message of Jesus was the Gospel of the Kingdom. But what were the specific details of His teaching?

HOW TO STUDY WHAT JESUS TAUGHT

1. Obtain a red letter edition of the Bible. This is a Bible which has everything Jesus said printed in red. You can study His teachings in detail by studying all that is printed in red in

the books of Matthew, Mark, Luke, John and Acts chapter One. (If you cannot obtain such a Bible, then use a regular Bible and underline everything Jesus said.)

2. Study Acts and the Epistles [Romans through Jude] in the New Testament. Observe what these believers taught as they fulfilled the teaching commission given by Jesus.

3. Use the following outline to study and teach what Jesus taught.

TEACHING WHAT JESUS TAUGHT

This outline lists references for all the subjects Jesus taught on during His earthly ministry. The teachings are grouped according to general subject matter.

There are four main books in the Bible which record the teachings of Jesus. These are the books of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. Often a certain teaching of Jesus is repeated in all four books. The references in this chapter are organized to combine these similar accounts.

This outline will help you teach important truths Jesus taught. It will equip you to share the message of His Gospel with the nations of the world.

Note: Because of the reference format of this chapter, there is no "Self-Test" or "For Further Study" section.

THE GODHEAD

GOD THE FATHER:

Matthew 11:27; 19:17,26; 22:32; 23:9

Mark 12:26-27,29; 10:18,27

Luke 10:22; 18:19,27; 20:37-38

John 4:24; 5:17,37; 6:46; 10:29; 14:28,31; 15:8

THE SON, JESUS CHRIST:

Divine Nature:

Matthew 9:5-6; 10:32-33; 11:4-6,27; 12:6,41-42; 16:13,15,17,27; 21:42; 22:42-45; 23:10; 26:53,64; 27:11; 28:18

Mark 2:9-11,28; 8:27,29; 12:10-11,35-37; 14:62; 15:2

Luke 5:23-24; 6:5; 7:22-23; 9:18,20; 10:22; 11:20,31-32; 19:40; 20:17-18,41-44; 22:69-70; 23:3

John 1:51; 3:13; 4:10,26,32; 5:17,19-23,26-27,30-32,34,36-37,39,41; 6:27,29,35,46,51,62; 7:17-18; 8:14,16-19,23,25,29,42, 50,54-56,58; 9:35,37; 10:25,30,34-38; 12:30,44-45; 13:31-32; 14:1,6,7,9-11,20; 15:23; 16:15,27-28; 17:1-3,5,8,10-11,21-24,28-29; 18:36-37; 19:11

Human Nature:

Matthew 3:15; 8:20; 11:19; 26:10-13,38-39,42,45; 27:46

Mark 14:7-9,26,34,36,41; 15:34

Luke 7:34; 9:58; 22:28,42; 24:39,41

John 4:7; 12:7-8; 19:26,28; 20:27; 21:5,12

His Mission:

Matthew 4:4; 5:17; 9:12-13; 10:34-36; 11:15; 15:26; 18:11-13; 21:33-40

Mark 1:38; 2:17; 4:21-22; 7:16,27; 12:1-9

Luke 2:49; 4:18-19,21,23-27,43; 5:31-32; 8:16,17; 11:30,33; 12:2-3,14,49,51-53; 13:32-33; 19:10; 20:9-16

John 3:19-21; 4:13,14,34; 5:25,28-30; 6:38-40,50,55,56,58; 7:7,16; 8:12,26; 9:3-5,39; 10:1-5,7,9-18,27-29; 11:4,9,10; 12:26,27,47-50; 13:20; 18:15,16,37

His Ministry:

Matthew 9:15,37,38; 12:25-30; 20:28

Mark 2:19; 3:23-27; 10:45

Luke 5:34; 11:17-23

John 2:4; 3:11; 4:35-38; 12:35,36

His Position:

Matthew 10:29-30; 11:28-31

Luke 4:18,19; 8:52

John 6:37; 7:37; 10:9; 11:25,26; 12:32; 14:1,2,6,13,14,16,27; 15:1,2,4-6,9-11,15-16,18,19; 16:1,4,23,24,33

THE HOLY SPIRIT:

Matthew 10:19,20; 12:31,32; 28:19

Mark 3:28,29

Luke 12:10-12

John 3:8; 6:63; 16:7-11,13,14; 20:22

Acts 1:8

THE KINGDOM OF GOD AND HEAVEN

Matthew 4:17; 5:20; 6:33; 7:21; 8:11; 10:7; 11:11-13; 13:3-8,11,18-33; 37-50,52; 16:28; 22:2-14; 25:14-30; 26:29

Mark 4:3-8,11-20,26-29; 9:1; 14:25

Luke 8:5-15; 9:27; 10:11; 11:20; 12:31; 13:18-21,29,30; 17:20,21; 19:12-27; 21:31; 22:18

THE CHURCH

Matthew 5:13-15; 12:48-50; 16:18,19; 18:17-20; 21:13; 23:16-21; 24:22,31

Mark 3:33-35; 11:17; 12:10; 13:20,27

Luke 8:21; 11:23; 12:32; 19:26

John 2:16; 4:23,24; 13:35; 17:20,21; 20:23

THE LAW, THE SCRIPTURES, THE PROPHETS

Matthew 5:17,18; 7:12; 8:4; 11:13; 21:42; 26:54

Mark 1:44; 12:10,11; 14:21,29

Luke 5:14; 10:26,28; 16:16,17,29-31; 17:14; 18:31; 21:22; 22:22,37; 24:25,26,44,46

John 5:39,45-47; 7:12,19; 8:17,18; 10:34-36; 15:25

THE WORD

Matthew 4:4; 7:24-27; 10:27; 11:15; 13:3-9,19-23; 28:19,20

Mark 4:3-9,14-20,23,24; 13:31

Luke 4:4,18,19,43; 6:46-49; 8:5-8,10-15,18; 10:24

John 3:11; 5:24,25,28,46,47; 6:63; 7:17,18; 8:14,31,32,38,45-57; 10:27; 12:47-50; 14:10,21,23-25; 15:7,10,12,14,15,17,20,22; 16:12,13,25,33; 17:6-8,13,14,19,20,25,26; 18:20,37

THE OLD AND NEW DISPENSATIONS

The "old dispensation" refers to the way God dealt with mankind during the period recorded in the Old Testament. It includes government by law and the various sacrifices for sin described in the book of Leviticus.

The "new dispensation" refers to the new way God dealt with mankind from the time of the earthly ministry of Jesus Christ. It is known as the period of grace during which the sacrifice for sin was made once and for all through the death of Jesus on the cross.

THE PROPHET ANNOUNCING THE NEW DISPENSATION:

A man named John the Baptist was the prophet sent from God to announce to men the new dispensation. Jesus taught concerning him in the following passages:

Matthew 7:11; 11:7-11,14,18; 21:25

Mark 9:13; 11:30

Luke 7:24-28,33; 20:4

John 5:33,35

TEACHINGS ON THE DISPENSATIONS:

The teachings of Jesus regarding the old and new dispensations are found in the following passages:

Matthew 5:17; 11:27; 26:27,28

Mark 14:24

Luke 10:22; 16:16; 22:20

John 4:23; 5:25; 6:32,33,49,58

I Corinthians 11:25

THE DISCIPLES

Jesus chose twelve men to be His disciples during His earthly ministry.

GENERAL TEACHINGS:

The following teachings were given to the disciples as a group:

Matthew 13:11,16,17,51; 16:8-11; 17:7; 18:18; 21:2,3; 23:10; 24:9; 26:38,40,45

Mark 4:11,12,35; 6:31; 8:17-20; 11:2,3; 13:9,11,13; 14:27,32, 34,41; 16:15

Luke 8:10,22; 10:23-24; 19:30,31; 21:14-19; 22:28-30,35,36,38; 24:49

John 6:61,67,70; 12:30; 14:25,31; 15:12,16-20,27; 16:2,3,27,32; 20:21-23

SPECIFIC TEACHINGS:

The following teachings were directed to specific disciples:

Peter and Andrew:

Matthew 4:19

Mark 1:17

Matthew:

Matthew 9:9

Mark 2:14

Peter:

Matthew 16:17-19,23; 17:25-27; 26:34

Mark 8:33; 14:30,37

Luke 5:4,10; 22:31,32,34,51

John 1:42; 13:7,8,10,36,38; 18:11; 21:15-19,22

Thomas:

John 20:27,29

Philip:

John 14:9

Judas Iscariot:

John 13:27

SENDING OF THE DISCIPLES

Special words were spoken by Jesus when He sent His disciples out to share the Gospel of the Kingdom.

WORDS SPOKEN TO THE TWELVE DISCIPLES:

Matthew 10:5-42

Mark 6:10,11

Luke 9:3-5

WORDS SPOKEN TO THE SEVENTY:

Luke 10:3-12,16,19,20

THE PRAYERS OF JESUS

These references concern the recorded prayers of Jesus. In addition to learning what Jesus taught about prayer, it is important to examine how He put His teachings into practice in His own prayer life.

Matthew 6:9-13; 11:25,26; 26:36,39,42

Mark 14:36

Luke 10:21; 11:2-4; 22:42

John 11:41,42; 17:1-26

EVENTS IN THE LIFE OF JESUS

Jesus taught concerning special events that were to happen in His own life and used special occasions to share God's truths. These include the following:

SUFFERING AND TEMPTATION:

Matthew 17:12; 13:57; 26:38

Mark 6:4; 9:12; 14:34

Luke 4:24; 9:22; 17:25; 22:28; 24:46

THE LAST SUPPER:

Matthew 26:18,26-29

Mark 14:13-15,22,24,25

Luke 22:8,10-12,15-20

I Corinthians 11:24,25

THE BETRAYAL:

Matthew 17:22; 26:2,21,23-25,46,50,55

Mark 14:18,20,21,42,48,49

Luke 22:21,22,48,52,53

John 13:18,19,26; 18:4,5,7,8,23

THE CRUCIFIXION:

Luke 9:44; 22:37

John 3:14; 8:28; 12:31,32

WORDS ON THE CROSS:

Matthew 27:46

Mark 15:34

Luke 23:34,43,46

John 19:26,27,28,30

DEATH, RESURRECTION, AND ASCENSION:

Matthew 12:40; 17:19,22,23; 20:18,19; 26:12,31,32

Mark 9:31; 10:33,34; 14:8,27,28

Luke 5:35; 9:22; 12:50; 18:31-33

John 2:19; 3:13; 6:62; 7:33,34; 8:21; 10:17,18; 12:7,23,24; 13:33; 14:19,29; 16:5-7,16,19-22,25,26,32; 20:17

WORDS SPOKEN AFTER THE RESURRECTION:

Matthew 28:9,10,18-20

Mark 16:15-18

Luke 24:17,19,25,26,36,38,39,41,44,46-49

John 20:15-17,19,21-23,26,27; 21:5,6,10,12,19,22

Acts 1:4,5,7,8

PROPHECY

Jesus taught much on the subject of prophecy. A prophecy is a revelation of things which have not yet happened. It is a message from God concerning the future. The prophetic subjects Jesus taught on included:

THE SECOND COMING OF JESUS CHRIST:

Matthew 24:6-47; 25:1-13; 26:64

Mark 2:20; 8:38; 13:7-36; 14:62

JERUSALEM:

Matthew 5:34,35; 23:37-39; 24:2

Mark 13:2

Luke 13:34,35; 19:42-44; 21:20-24; 23:28-31

John 4:21

THE JEWS:

Matthew 8:11,12; 10:6; 11:16-19; 15:24,26; 21:31,32; 22:2-7

Mark 7:27

Luke 7:31-35; 21:24; 22:67,68

John 4:22; 7:19,21; 8:37-47,49; 9:41; 10:26,32; 18:20,36

THE SCRIBES, PHARISEES, AND SADDUCEES:

Matthew 12:34; 15:7-9,14; 16:6; 23:2-7,13-15,25-27,29-36

Mark 7:6; 8:15; 12:38-40

Luke 11:39,40-44,46-52; 12:1; 20:46,47

John 5:42

THE GENTILES:

Matthew 8:11; 21:43; 22:8-10; 24:14; 28:19

Mark 13:10; 16:15

Luke 13:29; 24:46,47

John 10:16

FALSE PROPHETS AND FALSE TEACHINGS:

Matthew 7:15-18,20; 24:4,5,11,23,24,26

Mark 13:5,6,21,22

Luke 6:39,43,44; 17:1,2,22,23; 21:8

John 10:1,8

SIN

A simple definition for sin is that it is the transgression or breaking of God's law. Jesus taught concerning sin:

SATAN AND SIN:

Matthew 4:10; 12:26,27; 13:19; 16:23; 25:41

Mark 3:23,26; 4:15; 8:33

Luke 4:8; 10:18; 11:18,19; 22:31

John 8:34-36; 14:30

BLASPHEMY:

Matthew 12:31,32; 15:19

Mark 3:28,29; 7:21,22

Luke 12:10

SKEPTICISM:

Matthew 14:31; 17:17,20

Mark 2:8; 9:19; 16:16

Luke 9:41

John 3:11,12,18; 4:48; 5:38,40,43-47; 6:64; 8:24,45-47; 12:47,48; 15:22,24,

HYPOCRISY:

Matthew 6:2,16; 15:7,8; 23:13-15,25,27-29

Mark 7:6; 12:40

Luke 11:44; 12:1; 20:47

PRIDE:

Matthew 23:5-7,12

Mark 7:21,22; 12:38,39

Luke 11:43; 14:11; 20:46

ANGER:

Matthew 5:22

MURDER:

Matthew 5:21; 15:19; 19:17,18

Mark 7:21; 10:19

Luke 18:20

John 8:44

ADULTERY, FORNICATION, LASCIVIOUSNESS:

Matthew 5:27,28,32; 15:19; 19:9,11,12,17,18

Mark 7:21,22; 10:11,12,19

Luke 16:18; 18:20

DIVORCE:

Matthew 5:31,32; 19:8,9

Mark 10:3,5,11,12

Luke 16:18

THEFT:

Matthew 15:19; 19:17,18

Mark 7:21,22; 10:19

Luke 18:20

FALSE WITNESS, DECEIT, FRAUD:

Matthew 15:19; 19:17,18

Mark 7:21,22; 10:19

Luke 18:20

John 8:44

EVIL THOUGHTS, EVIL EYE, WICKEDNESS, FOOLISHNESS:

Matthew 6:23; 9:4; 15:19; 20:15

Mark 7:21,22

Luke 11:34

COVETOUSNESS:

Mark 7:21,22

Luke 12:15-21

MATERIALISM AND WORLDLINESS:

Matthew 6:19-21,24; 12:39; 13:3,22; 16:4; 24:38,39

Mark 4:3,7,18,19; 8:12

Luke 8:14; 9:60; 10:41,42; 11:29; 14:16-24; 16:1-9,13,15; 17:26-29; 21:34

John 4:48; 6:27

PROCRASTINATION:

To procrastinate means to continuously delay doing something.

Matthew 24:45-51

Luke 12:42-47; 13:25-28; 14:16-20

JUDGING:

Matthew 7:1-5; 12:7

Mark 4:24

Luke 6:37,41,42

John 8:7,10,11,15

BLINDNESS OF HEART:

Matthew 13:13-15; 15:14; 16:2,3

Mark 4:12; 8:18,21

Luke 8:10; 12:54-56

BACKSLIDING:

To backslide means to turn from following Jesus.

Matthew 12:43-45

Luke 11:24-26

SACRILEGE:

Sacrilege is the violation of that which is sacred: Matthew 7:6

DENUNCIATIONS:

Matthew 10:14,15; 11:22,23; 12:34,41,42; 13:13-15; 16:4; 18:7; 21:19; 23:13-15,25,27,29,33-36

Mark 6:11; 8:12; 11:14

Luke 6:24-26; 9:5; 10:10-15; 11:29,32,42,44,46,47,49-52

RIGHTEOUSNESS

Jesus spent much of His earthly ministry teaching on the subject of righteousness, how one should live in right relation to God, others, and self.

THE CALLS TO RIGHTEOUSNESS:

Matthew 4:19; 8:22; 9:9; 14:29

Mark 1:17; 2:14; 4:24; 10:21; 19:21

Luke 5:27; 9:59,60; 18:22

John 1:38,39,43; 12:26; 21:19

FAITH:

Matthew 8:10,13,26; 9:22,28,29; 14:27; 15:18; 17:20; 21:22

Mark 4:40; 5:34,36; 6:50; 7:29; 9:23; 10:52; 11:22-24; 16:16-18

Luke 7:9,50; 8:25,48,50; 17:6,19; 18:8,42

John 3:18; 6:20,29; 7:38; 9:35; 11:15,25,26,40,42; 14:1,12; 16:31; 20:27,29

SALVATION THROUGH FAITH:

Mark 16:16

John 3:14-16,18; 5:24; 6:40,47; 11:25,26

REPENTANCE:

Matthew 4:17; 21:28-32

Mark 1:15

Luke 13:2-5; 15:4-32

BAPTISM:

Matthew 21:25; 28:19

Mark 11:30; 16:16

Luke 20:4

John 3:5

Acts 1:5

REGENERATION:

Matthew 9:16,17

Mark 2:21,22

Luke 5:36-39

John 3:3,5-8,10

WORKS:

Matthew 5:16; 7:16-27; 12:33; 13:3,4,8,23; 21:19

Mark 3:33-35; 4:3,4,8,20; 11:14

Luke 6:43,44,46-49; 10:30-37; 13:6-9

John 7:17; 10:37,38; 15:8,16

THE GREAT COMMANDMENTS:

Matthew 7:12; 22:37-40

Mark 12:29-31

Luke 6:31

LOVE:

Matthew 5:43-47; 7:12

Luke 6:27,28,32-35

John 13:34,35; 14:23,24; 15:12,13,17

CHARITY:

Matthew 5:42; 6:1-4; 19:21

Mark 10:21; 12:43,44

Luke 6:30,38; 11:41; 12:33,34; 14:12-14; 16:9; 18:22; 21:3,4

FORGIVENESS AND RECONCILIATION:

Matthew 5:23-26; 6:14,15; 9:2,5,6; 16:18,19; 18:18,22-35

Mark 2:5,9-11; 11:25,26

Luke 5:20,23,24; 6:37; 7:40-48; 12:58,59; 17:3,4; 23:34; 24:46,47

John 20:23

MERCY:

Matthew 5:7; 9:13; 18:15-17,27,33

Luke 6:36

SELF-RENUNCIATION:

Matthew 10:37-39; 16:24-26

Mark 8:34-37

Luke 9:23-25; 14:26,27-33; 17:33

John 12:25

PURITY AND SINGLENESS OF HEART:

Matthew 5:8,27,28; 6:22-24; 9:4; 12:34,35; 15:10,11,16-20

Mark 7:18-23; 10:15

Luke 4:12; 6:45; 11:34-36,41; 16:13; 18:17

PURITY AND SPEECH:

Matthew 5:33-37; 12:36,37; 23:20-22

OVERCOMING THE FLESH:

Matthew 5:29,30; 6:16-18; 17:21; 18:8,9

Mark 9:29,43-49

OBEDIENCE AND SUBMISSION:

Matthew 26:39,42; 28:19,20

Mark 14:36

Luke 22:42

John 7:17,18; 8:29,50; 14:15,21; 15:14; 18:11

SUBMISSION TO AUTHORITY:

Matthew 17:25-27; 22:19-21

Mark 12:15-17

Luke 20:24,25

FAITHFULNESS AND WATCHFULNESS:

Matthew 24:42-47; 25:13; 26:41

Mark 13:33-37; 14:38

Luke 12:35-40,42-44,47,48; 16:10-12; 21:36; 22:40,46

STEADFASTNESS AND PERSEVERANCE:

Matthew 5:13; 10:22; 13:3-9,18-23; 24:13

Mark 4:3-9,13-20; 9:50; 13:13

Luke 9:62; 14:34,35

John 8:31,32

PATIENCE:

Luke 21:19

Acts 1:7

COURAGE:

Matthew 8:26; 14:27; 17:7

Mark 4:40; 5:36; 6:50

Luke 8:50

John 6:20

NON-RESISTANCE:

Matthew 5:38-41,43-45; 26:52

Luke 6:27-30

HUMILITY AND SIMPLICITY:

Matthew 5:3,5; 11:25,26; 18:3,4; 20:25-27; 23:8,11,12

Mark 9:33,35; 10:15,42-44

Luke 9:48; 14:8-11; 18:14,17; 22:25-27

John 13:7,8,10,12-17

TRUST IN GOD'S PROVISION:

Matthew 6:25-34

Luke 12:6,7,22,24-32

GRATITUDE:

Matthew 8:4

Mark 1:44; 5:19

Luke 5:14; 7:40-48,50; 8:39; 17:17,18

TOLERATION:

Mark 9:39-41

Luke 9:50

DUTY:

Luke 17:7-10

PERFECTION:

Matthew 5:48; 7:13,14; 19:21

Mark 10:21

Luke 6:40; 12:57; 13:24; 18:22

THE BEATITUDES:

Matthew 5:3-12; 11:6; 13:16

Luke 6:20-23; 7:23; 10:23; 11:28

SPECIAL TEACHINGS

Jesus taught on other important subjects which we have grouped together under this heading of "Special Teachings". These include:

ATONEMENT FOR SIN:

Matthew 17:12; 20:18,19,28; 26:24,31,39,42

Mark 9:12; 10:33,34,45; 14:21,24,36

Luke 9:22,56; 13:34,35; 18:31-33; 19:10; 21:28; 22:19,22,37,42; 24:26,44,46,47

John 3:13-16,18; 5:39; 6:38-40,51; 8:24,28,56; 10:7,9-11,15-18,36; 11:25,26; 12:24,27,32,47; 13:7,8; 14:19; 15:13; 16:7,20,22,33; 17:1-4,19-21,23; 18:11; 19:30

I Corinthians 11:24,25

EQUALITY UNDER THE ATONEMENT:

Matthew 20:1-15

PRAYER:

Matthew 6:5-13; 7:7-11; 18:19,20; 21:22; 26:41

Mark 11:24; 14:38

Luke 11:2-13; 18:2-8,10-14; 22:40,46

John 4:24; 14:13,14; 15:7; 16:23,24;

THE LETTER AND THE SPIRIT:

Matthew 15:3-8,10,11,16-20; 23:16-26,28

Mark 7:6-8,14,15,18-23

Luke 11:39,40,42,44

John 6:63; 7:24

FOREORDINATION:

Matthew 15:13; 20:23; 22:14; 24:22,31

Mark 10:40; 13:20,27

Luke 18:7

John 6:37,43-45,64,65; 15:16

PROFESSION OF FAITH:

Matthew 10:32,33

Mark 5:19; 8:38

Luke 8:39; 9:26; 12:8,9

PERSONAL ACCOUNTABILITY:

Matthew 13:12; 22:11-13

Mark 4:23-25

Luke 8:18; 12:47,48

John 9:41

LABOR AND SELF-DEVELOPMENT:

Matthew 20:6; 25:14-30

Luke 19:12-26

THE SABBATH:

Matthew 12:3-5,8,11,12

Mark 2:25-28; 3:4

Luke 6:3-5,9; 13:15,16; 14:3,5

MARRIAGE:

Matthew 19:4-6; 22:30

Mark 10:6-9; 12:25

Luke 20:34,35

CHILDREN:

Matthew 18:3-6,10,14; 19:14; 21:16

Mark 9:37,42; 10:14,15

Luke 9:48; 18:16,17

THE POOR:

Matthew 11:5; 19:21; 26:11

Mark 10:21; 14:7

Luke 4:18,21; 6:20; 14:13,14; 18:22

John 12:8

THE RICH:

Matthew 19:23,24

Mark 10:23-25

Luke 14:12; 16:19-31; 18:24,25

SORROW:

Matthew 5:4; 10:38; 11:28; 16:24; 23:38,39; 24:7,8; 26:38,39,42

Mark 4:16,17; 8:34; 13:19; 14:34,36

Luke 6:21; 9:23; 14:27; 21:22-26; 22:42; 23:28-30; 24:38

John 12:27; 14:1,27; 16:5,6,20-22; 18:11

PEACE AND REST:

Matthew 9:22; 10:13; 11:28-30; 26:45

Mark 4:39; 5:34; 6:31; 9:50; 14:41

Luke 7:50; 8:48; 10:5,6,41,42; 12:29; 19:42; 24:36

John 14:1,23,27; 16:33; 20:19,21,26

JOY:

Matthew 5:11; 6:17; 9:2; 13:44; 14:27; 18:12,13; 25:21,23

Mark 6:50

Luke 6:21-23; 10:20; 11:36; 15:4-10,32

John 4:36; 8:56; 13:17; 15:11; 16:20-22,24; 17:13

WISDOM:

Matthew 7:24; 10:16; 11:15,25; 13:51; 15:16; 16:2,3; 21:16; 24:45-47

Mark 4:12; 7:14,16; 8:17,18,21

Luke 6:47,48; 8:10; 10:21; 12:42-44,54-56; 16:1-8

John 8:12; 9:41; 12:46

DEATH AND PARADISE:

Matthew 8:22; 9:24; 10:8,28; 16:28; 17:9,23; 22:32

Mark 5:39; 9:1,31; 10:34; 12:25-27; 14:34

Luke 7:22; 9:27,60; 12:4,5,20; 16:31; 18:33; 20:35-38; 23:43; 24:46

John 5:21,25,28,29; 6:39,40,49,58; 10:17,18; 11:4,14; 12:24; 15:13

SPECIAL WORDS TO INDIVIDUALS

This final group of teachings of Jesus are special words spoken to individuals during His earthly ministry.

They include the following:

NATHANAEL:

John 1:47,48,50

THE WOMAN OF SAMARIA:

John 4:7,16-18

ZACCHEUS, THE PUBLICAN:

Luke 19:5,9

THE BLIND MEN OF JERICHO:

Matthew 20:32

THE QUESTIONING SCRIBES:

Mark 9:16

THE SONS OF ZEBEDEE:

Matthew 20:21-23

Mark 10:36,38-40

JESUS' BRETHREN:

John 7:6-8

THE QUESTIONING SCRIBE:

Mark 12:34

MARTHA:

Luke 10:41,42

THE CHIEF PRIESTS AND THE ELDERS:

Matthew 21:24,25,27

Mark 11:29,30,33

Luke 20:3,4,8

THE DISCIPLES OF THE PHARISEES WITH THE HERODIANS:

Matthew 22:18

Luke 20:23

THE HIGH PRIEST:

John 18:21

PILATE:

John 18:34

CHAPTER FIVE

A TEACHER SENT FROM GOD: THE METHODS - PART I

OBJECTIVES:

Upon completion of this chapter you will be able to explain how Jesus used the following teaching methods:

∙ Miracles

∙ Authority

∙ Love And Compassion

∙ Association And Imitation

∙ Response

∙ Delegation

∙ Environment

∙ Visual Demonstration

∙ The Principle Of Gradual Learning

∙ Grouping Of Students

KEY VERSE:

And Jesus went about all the cities and villages, teaching in their synagogues, and preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing every sickness and every disease among the people. (Matthew 9:35)

INTRODUCTION

You have learned when, where, why, and what Jesus taught during His earthly ministry. In this and the following chapter you will study how Jesus taught. These lessons focus on the methods He used in teaching. A method is a plan, system, procedure, or way of doing something. The teaching methods of Jesus refer to how He taught.

Often, the Church has been content to use secular educational methods rather than those revealed in God's Word. The best methods for Biblical teaching are those which Jesus used and proved to be effective. This lesson focuses on general methods which accompanied the teaching of Jesus. The following chapter concerns specific methods of verbal instruction.

MIRACLES

You have learned that the message of the teacher should be accompanied by the demonstration of God's power. This demonstration of power attracts people to hear the Word of God:

And when the sabbath day was come, He began to teaching the synagogue: and many hearing Him were astonished saying, From whence hath this man these things? And what wisdom is this which is given unto Him, that even such mighty works are wrought by his hands? (Mark 6:2) (See also Matthew 13:54).

Jesus used miracles to prepare the hearts of people to receive messages. In John 9 read the story of Jesus healing the man blind from birth. As a result of his healing the witness of God's power went to his neighbors (9:8), the religious leaders (9:13), and his family (9:18). In John 9:41-10, Jesus used the healing to teach a message from God to the religious leaders.

The miracles of Jesus ministered to people at their point of need. As you study more about miracles in the "For Further Study" section of this lesson you will see how His miracles met material, physical, emotional, spiritual, mental, and natural needs. Demons were cast out, the dead were raised, the sick were healed, the hungry fed, and those in need of deliverance received it.

There is no greater method to illustrate and confirm a Biblical message than the demonstration of God's power. This power meets human need and brings change to lives. This is why Jesus delegated spiritual power to His followers:

And He called unto Him the twelve, and began to send them forth by two and two; and gave them power over unclean spirits. (Mark 6:7)

And as ye go, preach, saying, The Kingdom of Heaven is at hand.

Heal the sick, cleanse the lepers, raise the dead, cast out devils; freely ye have received freely give. (Matthew 10:7-8)

Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that believeth on me, the works that I do shall he do also; and greater works than these shall he do, because I go unto my Father. (John 14:12)

AUTHORITY

Jesus taught with authority. "Authority" means to exercise power of command. Like miracles, teaching with authority attracted listeners:

And they were astonished at His doctrine: for He taught them as one that had authority, and not as the scribes. (Mark 1:22) (See also Matthew 21:23).

Some modern educators encourage the teacher to become "one of the group" rather than teach with authority. But Jesus taught with authority. The authority of Jesus was given by God. Before returning to Heaven, Jesus gave us spiritual authority:

As my Father hath sent me [with power and authority] so send I you.

(John 20:21)

Jesus promised authority [power] to believers to enable them to teach and preach as witnesses of the Gospel:

But ye shall receive power after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you; and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria and unto the uttermost part of the earth. (Acts 1:8)

Education, social position, or natural ability is not the basis of Biblical authority. Our authority in teaching comes from Jesus Christ.

LOVE AND COMPASSION

Jesus did not condemn those He taught. Instead, He showed them love and compassion. When the woman was caught in the act of adultery, He did not condemn her (John 8:11). When Mary used expensive perfume to anoint Him, Jesus did not condemn her for wasting what could have been sold to help the poor. He understood the reason behind the act and treated her with love (Matthew 26:10-13).

Jesus had compassion on the blind (Mark 10:46-62) and children (Mark 10:13-16) when His own disciples did not care. Jesus loved even the rich young man who chose riches instead of following Him (Mark 10:17-22). Jesus healed the ear of the soldier who came to arrest Him (Luke 22:50-51). The compassion of Jesus led Him to intercession for the people to whom He ministered (Mark 6:34) and their cities (Luke 19:41).

I Corinthians 13 reveals that any ministry [teaching included] is not effective unless done in love. Teachers must show love, concern, and compassion to students or "it profiteth nothing".

ASSOCIATION AND IMITATION

When Jesus called His disciples, He had a specific purpose:

And He ordained twelve, that they should be with Him, and that He might send them forth to preach,

And to have power to heal sicknesses, and to cast out devils.

(Mark 3:14-15)

The disciples were first called to be with Jesus, to learn from Him by the example He set. Knowledge was gained by association before it was understood by explanation. The disciples were to be "with" Jesus in an active role. They were not to be just passive listeners. They were to observe and participate in His ministry. Jesus lived and demonstrated what He taught. His example of living His messages is one of the most effective teaching methods you can follow.

Jesus showed His students how to apply Biblical teaching to everyday life. To teach the lesson on prayer, He prayed. To teach the importance of Scripture He quoted from it. To teach the importance of spreading the Gospel, He spread it. To explain God's power, He demonstrated it.

The upright lifestyle of a teacher adds the highest credibility to his message. The teacher must have contact with students in everyday life and ministry situations to provide opportunity for learning by association.

RESPONSE

From the time He first told His disciples "Follow Me", Jesus continually called for response to the messages He taught. He told men and women to come to Him and to take up their cross (Mark 8:34-35). He sent them to testify before their families (Mark 5:19) and religious leaders (Luke 5:14). He told some to sell their riches (Mark 10:21), go wash in pools of water (John 9:7) and other similar commands.

Teaching is not complete without the living out of the teachings. You must teach students to act upon what they have been taught. They must become doers of the Word, not just professional listeners:

But be ye doers of the Word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves.

For if any be a hearer of the Word, and not a doer, He is like unto a man beholding his natural face in a glass;

For he beholdeth himself and goeth his way, and straightway forgetteth what manner of man he was.

But whoso looketh into the perfect law of liberty, and continueth therein, he being not a forgetful hearer, but a doer of the work, this man shall be blessed in his deed. (James 1:22-25)

Spiritual growth is not measured by what a student hears, but by what he does about what he hears. You must teach so students experience the Word, not just learn information about it. They must come to really know God, not just know about Him. Learning involves "doing" as well as "teaching". Jesus demonstrated this in His own ministry:

The former treatise have I made, O Theophilus, of all that Jesus began both to do and teach. (Acts 1:1)

Jesus said:

Whosoever therefore shall break one of these least commandments, and shall teach men so, he shall be called the least in the Kingdom of Heaven; but whosoever shall do and teach them, the same shall be called great in the Kingdom of Heaven. (Matthew 5:19)

He taught His disciples to "do" as well as "teach":

And the apostles gathered themselves together unto Jesus, and told Him all things, both what they had done, and what they had taught.

(Mark 6:30)

An opportunity for response from the students should always be provided when you teach. You will learn more about this in Chapter Ten, "Lesson Planning". But a call for response must not be cheap emotional appeal. Jesus made it clear that to respond to the claims of the Gospel would be costly:

And when He had called the people unto Him with His disciples also, He said unto them, Whosoever will come after me, let Him deny Himself and take up His cross, and follow me.

For whosoever will save His life shall lose it; but whosoever shall lose his life for My sake and the Gospel's, the same shall save it. (Mark 8:34-35)

DELEGATION

From the beginning of time, God delegated responsibility to people. He gave them assignments such as naming the animals, and building arks, tabernacles, temples, and walls. Jesus also delegated spiritual projects to His disciples. He told them to feed the multitudes (Matthew 14:16). He sent them out to preach the Gospel and heal the sick (Matthew 10:9-10). He expected them to reproduce spiritually (John 15).

Jesus prepared students to take His place when He returned to Heaven. Gradually, He delegated to them His responsibility for ministry, teaching, and preaching. You should teach as if you are preparing each student to take your place. To properly prepare them, you must delegate responsibility for the Word with which you have entrusted them.

As a teacher, you must have spiritual goals for your students. You must plan lessons and projects for them which will help them achieve these goals. Delegation of responsibility for ministry is an important part of this process.

ENVIRONMENT

Jesus used the natural environment in which He found people to teach spiritual lessons. The "environment" includes the physical, social and cultural, and spiritual factors which surround a person. It is the society in which a person lives, works, and ministers.

Jesus made each learning situation part of real life. He taught people right where they lived, worked, or ministered. God continues to teach us in natural life situations through the problems and challenges we face each day. (This is the method of Harvestime International Institute. That is why this course comes to you right where YOU live and work.)

Jesus did not rely on the formal lecture hall, Sabbath day class, or pulpit. As you learned in Chapter Two, He took advantage of every casual encounter to teach. Wherever He was, He taught. Jesus used the circumstances of life to teach lessons. When He happened to pass a funeral procession, He raised a man from the dead (Luke 7:11-15). When Jesus was thirsty, He gave a message on living water (John 3). When He saw a poor woman bringing her offering to the temple, He preached a message on giving (Mark 12:41-44).

People learn best when it is related to their environment. What they learn must be practical and apply to the problems they face. The message must minister to their special needs. When you relate the truths of God's Word to everyday life it is called "application". You "apply" what you learn to real life situations.

Such situations vary from culture to culture and differ depending on the audience. This is why you must know your pupils in order to apply the Word to their lives. You will learn more about this in later lessons entitled "Analyzing The Audience" and "Lesson Planning".

VISUAL DEMONSTRATION

Jesus used visual aids to illustrate His teaching. A "visual" aid is an object, symbol, or action which illustrates what is being taught. For example, when Jesus wanted to teach the childlike attitude necessary to receive Him and enter the Kingdom...

...He took a child, and set him in the midst of them: and when He had taken him in His arms, He said unto them,

Whosoever shall receive one of such children in my name, receiveth me; and whosoever shall receive me, receiveth not me, but Him that sent me.

(Mark 9:37)

When Jesus explained the meaning of His death He used the symbols of bread and wine (Mark 14:22-25). When Jesus wanted to teach a lesson regarding humble service He washed the disciples feet (John 13:1-17). Jesus used visual aids such as flowers (Matthew 5:28) and birds (Matthew 5:26) to illustrate what He wanted to teach.

Chapter Seven in this manual, "Teaching Aids", suggests visual aids you can purchase or make, depending on your culture, finances, and availability of materials. But even if you have no money or access to such aids, you can use objects from your own environment to illustrate your teaching. Jesus had no money for equipment or material to create visual aids. He used simple objects from the environment.

THE PRINCIPLE OF GRADUAL LEARNING

Jesus realized His students could only learn so much at one time. Because of this, He adjusted His teaching to a level they could properly understand:

And with many such parables spake He the Word unto them, as they were able to hear it. (Mark 4:33)

I have yet many things to say unto you, but ye cannot bear them now.

(John 16:12)

Each group of students and each individual learns at a different rate. The ability of students to learn is affected by many different things. You will learn more about this in Chapter Eight, "Analyzing The Audience."

GROUPING OF STUDENTS

Jesus adapted His teaching to various groups of students.

LARGE CROWDS:

Jesus used the lecture method when He taught large crowds. He did not allow for interruptions or invite a response until the end of the lesson. This is best for large groups. Preaching usually always follows this pattern. See Matthew 5-7 for an example.

SMALL GROUPS:

Most often in small groups Jesus allowed audience participation. For examples see Mark 8:10-12; 14-21; 27-30.

INDIVIDUALS:

Jesus used a conversational method with individuals. He talked with them and asked and answered questions. The method was much like a normal conversation between two people. For examples see John 3 and 4.

SELF-TEST

1. Write the Key Verse from memory.

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For each of the following, summarize what you learned in this lesson. How did Jesus use...

2. Miracles:

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3. Authority:

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4. Love and Compassion:

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5. Association And Imitation:

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6. Response:

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7. Delegation:

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8. Environment:

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9. Visual Demonstration:

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10. The Principle Of Gradual Learning:

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11. Grouping Of Students:

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(Answers to self-tests are provided at the conclusion of the final chapter in this manual.)

FOR FURTHER STUDY

1. Study further on the miracles of Jesus which ministered to human need:

MIRACLES OF RAISING THE DEAD

-The only son of a widow, as they were bearing him to the grave: Luke 7:11-16

-The daughter of Jairus, the ruler of the synagogue: Mark 5:22-24, 35-43; Matthew 9:18-26;

Luke 8:41,42,49-56

-Lazarus, when he had been dead four days: John 11:32-44

-His own body, the third day from interment: Luke 24:1-7; John 19:42-20:14; Mark 16:9-11

MIRACLES OF CASTING OUT DEVILS

-The man, of an unclean spirit: Mark 1:23-26; Luke 4:33-37

-The demoniac who was blind and dumb: Matthew 12:22-23; Mark 3:19-30; Luke 11:14-23

-The two men possessed of legion, exceeding fierce: Matthew 8:28-34; compare Luke 8:26-39

and Mark 5:1-20

-The dumb man possessed of a devil: Matthew 9:32-35

-The daughter of the Syrophoenician woman: Mark 7:24-30; Matthew 15:22-28

-The lunatic boy, the disciples having failed: Matthew 17:14-21; compare Mark 9:14-39; Luke 9:37-43

-The devil that was dumb: Mark 9:14-26

MIRACLES OF HEALING

-Nobleman's son, of a fever: John 4:46-54

-Peter's mother-in-law, of a fever: Mark 1:29-31; Matthew 8:14-17; Luke 4:38-39

-A man full of leprosy: Mark 1:40-45; Matthew 8:2-4; Luke 5:12-16

-The man borne by four, of palsy: Mark 2:3-12; Matthew 9:1-8: Luke 5:17-26

-The impotent man who had been afflicted thirty-eight years: John 5:1-16

-The man with withered hand: Mark 3:1-5; Luke 6:6-10; compare Matthew 12:9-13

-The centurion's servant, of palsy: Matthew 8:5-13; Luke 7:1-10

-The woman who had been twelve years afflicted with issue of blood: Mark 5:25-34; Luke 8:43- 48; Matthew 9:20-22

-Sight restored to two men: Matthew 9:27-31

-Hearing and speech restored to a man: Mark 7:32-37

-Sight restored to a man: Mark 8:22-26

-Sight given to a man who was born blind: John 9

-A woman who had been eighteen years afflicted: Luke 13:11-17

-A man, of dropsy: Luke 14:1-6

-Ten men, of leprosy: Luke 17:11-19

-Sight restored to a beggar: Luke 18:35-43; compare Matthew 20:29-34

-Sight restored to Bartimaeus: Mark 10:46-52; compare Matthew 20:29-34

-The ear of Malchus [or Marcus], the high priest's servant: Luke 22:50-51

MIRACLES OF SUPPLY

-Water converted into wine: John 2:1-11

-Peter's net filled with immense catch of fish: Luke 5:1-11

-Five thousand men, besides women and children, fed: Matthew 14:15-21; Mark 6:35-44;

Luke 9:12-17; John 6:5-14

-Four thousand men, besides women and children, fed: Matthew 15:32-39; Mark 8:1-10

-A fish furnishes tribute money: Matthew 17:27

-A great haul of fish: John 21:6-14

MIRACLES OF JUDGMENT

-The swine run down a steep place into the sea, and are drowned: Matthew 8:30-32

-The fig tree withered: Matthew 21:18-21; Mark 11:12-14,20-24

MIRACLES OF DELIVERANCE

-He delivers Himself from His enemies: Luke 4:30

-The wind and sea obey His word: Mark 4:37-41; Matthew 8:23-27; Luke 8:22-25

-Peter saved, trying to walk on the sea, as Jesus was walking: Matthew 14:28-31; Mark 6:45-52

-The wind ceases, and the vessel is instantly at the land: John 6:21; Mark 6:51-52

-Those sent to apprehend Him fall backward: John 18:4-6

MIRACLES NOT DONE BY CHRIST, BUT TO ATTEST HIS DIVINITY

-The guidance of the Magi by a star to Bethlehem: Matthew 2:1-9

-The signs at His baptism: Matthew 3:16-17; Mark 1:9-12; Luke 3:21-23

-The signs at His transfiguration: Matthew 17:1-14; Luke 9:28-37; Mark 9:1-14

-The answer to His prayer: John 12:28-30

-The signs at His death: Matthew 27:45-53

-The signs at His resurrection: Matthew 28:2; Mark 16:4

-The signs at His ascension: Mark 16:19; Luke 24:50-51; Acts 1:6-12

2. If you completed assignment #1 above you have studied all the miracles Jesus used to accompany His teaching. Now read through the books of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John and study the other general principles and teaching methods of Jesus. Record examples you find on the following chart:

Authority: Examples In....

Matthew Mark Luke John

Love and Compassion: Examples In....

Matthew Mark Luke John

Association And Imitation: Examples In....

Matthew Mark Luke John

Response: Examples In....

Matthew Mark Luke John

Delegation: Examples In....

Matthew Mark Luke John

Environment: Examples In....

Matthew Mark Luke John

Visual Demonstration: Examples In....

Matthew Mark Luke John

The Principle Of Gradual Learning: Examples In....

Matthew Mark Luke John

Grouping Of Students: Examples In....

Matthew Mark Luke John

Individuals

Small Groups

Large Crowds

CHAPTER SIX

A TEACHER COME FROM GOD: THE METHODS - PART II

OBJECTIVES:

Upon completion of this chapter you will be able to:

∙ Briefly summarize how Jesus used the following teaching methods:

∙ Known To Unknown

∙ General To Specific

∙ Object Lessons

∙ Questions And Answers

∙ Parables

∙ Case Histories

∙ Use Of Scripture

∙ Contrasts

∙ Problems

∙ Occasions

KEY VERSE:

And when He was come into His own country, He taught them in their synagogue, insomuch that they were astonished, and said, Whence hath this man this wisdom, and these mighty works? (Matthew 13:54)

INTRODUCTION

Most of the teaching of Jesus was verbal. There is only one record of Him writing His message (John 8:6). This chapter focuses on specific methods of verbal instruction used by Jesus.

KNOWN TO UNKNOWN

Jesus used the known to teach the unknown. He used the old to introduce the new. He started with truths people knew and understood, then built on them to teach truths they did not know.

For example, Jesus would often state a truth from Old Testament law, then reveal a new truth. (See Matthew 5:17-48).

Teaching must result in understanding. Revealing new truths by building on what is already known by the listener is an excellent way to achieve this goal. It is important that people understand with their minds the message because...

For as he thinketh in his heart, so is he... (Proverbs 23:7)

GENERAL TO SPECIFIC

God reveals knowledge in ever increasing revelation. He moves from general to specific knowledge. A general revelation is made, then specific detail is added. For example, the first general prediction of a Savior was given in Genesis 3:15. Later on, as the Old Testament prophets wrote, God revealed much more detail concerning the coming Savior.

In John 6:35 Jesus revealed the general truth that He was the bread of life. In John 6:51-58 Jesus expanded this truth. He gave more detail about His body as the bread of life of which one must partake if they are to experience eternal life. Jesus used this pattern of teaching, which is a sound principle of learning you can follow.

OBJECT LESSONS

Jesus used common objects and symbols with which His listeners were familiar to teach Biblical truths. He used the lilies of the field and the birds to teach God's care (Matthew 6:26-30). He used fishing and harvesting to illustrate the need for laborers to reach the unsaved (John 4:35 and Matthew 4:19).

Jesus used broken bread as a symbol for His broken body and wine as a symbol of His blood (Luke 22:19-20). He used the washing of the disciples' feet to illustrate humble service in leadership (John 13:1-17). Jesus called a little child as an example of the humility and trust required to enter the Kingdom of God (Mark 10:13-16). He used many symbols to illustrate the Kingdom of God, including the parables of the net, seeds, tares and wheat, leaven, mustard seed, etc.

When object lessons are used, they must be common objects or symbols with which the student is familiar.

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

Jesus used questions and answers often in His teaching. Many times, Jesus would ask a question to make His listeners think. Sometimes He would require an answer (Matthew 16:13-16). Other times Jesus would ask a question which remained unanswered. It was designed only to make His listeners think and draw their own conclusions (Luke 10:25-37; Mark 10:17-18).

Sometimes His questions were in the form of a problem to think about (Matthew 21:25-27). Other times He would ask a question to stimulate thinking (Matthew 5:13). Sometimes His entire conversation was a series of questions (Matthew 16:9-12). Often Jesus responded to questions which people asked by asking another question (Matthew 9:14-15; 12:10-11; 15:1-3; 21:23-25).

Jesus used questions in different ways. You can use them in these ways also:

-To introduce a lesson: Matthew 21:28

-Following a lesson: Matthew 21:40

-To recall the known: Mark 2:25-26

-To touch the conscience of listeners: Matthew 23:17

-To create faith: Mark 8:29

-To clarify a situation: Mark 10:3

-To rebuke criticism: Mark 2:25-26

-Motivate further thought or research: Matthew 6:25-31

-Consider different actions: Matthew 9:5

-Gain understanding of students: Matthew 16:15

The teacher can:

-Ask questions of a whole class.

-Ask a question of one student.

-Write questions on study or test papers.

Students can:

-Ask questions of the teacher.

-Ask questions of each other.

-Raise questions out of their own research of God's Word.

Here are some suggestions to help you ask good questions:

-Ask one question at a time. More than one question is confusing to the student.

-After asking a question, be silent. Wait for the student to respond.

-Follow up a general question with more specific questions on the same subject.

-Respond to answers given by students. Discuss the answers. Do not embarrass a student who gives a wrong answer.

-Ask questions that are "open" rather than "closed". A closed question is one that calls for a simple "yes" or "no" answer. Closed questions do not encourage the student to further thought and study. Here is an example of a closed question:

"Did Jesus die on the cross?"

This question calls for only a "yes" answer. Here is an example of an open question:

"Why did Jesus die on the cross?"

This question calls for more than a "yes" or "no" answer. It causes students to think further about the death of Jesus. They can respond with many answers:

"Because this was the purpose for which God sent Him into the world."

"Because of His love for the whole world."

"To save people from sin."

"For our healing as well as our salvation."

"For MY own personal sins."

Each of these answers can lead to further discussion of the death of Jesus on the cross.

The "For Further Study" section of this chapter provides opportunity for you to learn more about the questions of Jesus and how to use questions in your own teaching.

PARABLES

A parable is a story which uses an example from the natural world to illustrate a spiritual truth. The actual meaning of the word "parable" is to "lay beside, to compare". In parables, Jesus used a natural example and compared it to a spiritual truth. A parable is an earthly story with a Heavenly meaning.

Jesus often used parables as a method of teaching:

And with many such parables spake He the Word unto them, as they were able to hear it. (Mark 4:33)

Parables must be explained to be understood:

But without a parable spake He not unto them: and when they were alone, He expounded all things to His disciples. (Mark 4:34)

On one occasion the disciples asked Jesus why He taught using parables. He answered:

...Because it is given unto you to know the mysteries of the Kingdom of Heaven, but to them it is not given. (Matthew 13:11) (See also Luke 8:10).

People with spiritual minds understand spiritual parables. Those with carnal minds do not:

But the natural man receiveth not the things of the Spirit of God: for they are foolishness unto Him; neither can he know them, because they are spiritually discerned. (I Corinthians 2:14)

A spiritually minded man is one who has been born again spiritually. Study John 3 for an explanation of the "born-again" experience.

The parables Jesus taught concerned subjects familiar to His audience. When you teach, you can use the parables Jesus taught but you can also create modern parables on subjects familiar to your audience.

Because cultures differ, parables which are understood by people in North America may not be understood by people in Australia, Africa, Asia, Latin America, and Europe. Each different group of people should have parables which relate to their own experiences. For additional study on this subject of parables see the "For Further Study" section of this lesson.

CASE HISTORIES

Like parables, case histories are stories which illustrate Biblical truths. But case histories are true stories which actually happened. For example, the story of Lazarus and the rich man was an actual case history. Both Lazarus and the rich man were real people.

You can use the case histories Jesus used to teach lessons. See the "For Further Study" section of this chapter for additional examples of case histories used by Jesus. You can also use modern case histories. Use examples from your own spiritual experience. Use case studies of modern spiritual leaders to illustrate Biblical truths.

USE OF SCRIPTURES

At the time of the ministry of Jesus, only the Old Testament had been written. Jesus knew the Old Testament Scriptures and used them frequently in His teaching. Turn to the "For Further Study" section of this lesson and review some of the Old Testament quotations used by Jesus.

It is important that you use God's Word in your teaching because it is HIS Words that are most effective in accomplishing spiritual purposes:

So shall my Word be that goeth forth out of my mouth: It shall not return unto me void, but it shall accomplish that which I please, and it shall prosper in the thing whereto I sent it. (Isaiah 55:11)

CONTRASTS

Jesus used many contrasts in teaching. A contrast can be made when two things are opposite or different from each other. For example, Jesus contrasted good and evil, light and darkness, the rich and poor to illustrate truths He was teaching.

Contrasts can be used to teach spiritual differences. You can create original examples of contrasts or use the ones Jesus shared with His students. Study the contrasts used by Jesus in the "For Further Study" section of this lesson.

PROBLEMS

Jesus used problems of everyday life to teach lessons. Real thinking and learning often begins with a problem. For example, the scribe had a problem wondering who had the right to forgive sins (Mark 2:7).

The scribes and Pharisees had a problem about the association of Jesus with publicans and sinners (Mark 2:16).

Jesus used each of these problems to teach important spiritual truths. For other examples of the use of problems in teaching, see the "For Further Study" section of this chapter.

OCCASIONS

Jesus used occasions which were part of the common circumstances of life to teach lessons. He used the occasion of the woman coming to draw water at the well to teach a lesson on living water (John 4). When Jesus was criticized for eating a meal with the Pharisees, He used the criticism as an occasion to teach the parable of the two debtors (Luke 7:36-50).

See the "For Further Study" section of this chapter for other examples of the use of occasion as a teaching method.

SELF-TEST

1. Write the Key Verse from memory.

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Write a brief summary of the following teaching methods used by Jesus:

2. Known To Unknown:

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3. General To Specific:

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4. Object Lessons:

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5. Questions And Answers:

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6. Parables:

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7. Case Histories:

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8. Use Of Scripture:

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9. Contrasts:

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10. Problems:

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11. Occasions:

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(Answers to self-tests are provided at the conclusion of the final chapter in this manual.)

FOR FURTHER STUDY

The following activities will provide further study for each subject discussed in this lesson.

KNOWN TO UNKNOWN

Study the following references where Jesus used the known to teach the unknown:

Matthew: 5:17-48; 12:3-8,38-42; 16:5-12

Mark: 2:23-28; 7:9-13; 8:17-21; 10:17-20

Luke: 4:16-21; 6:3-5; 11:29-32; 13:1-5,15-16; 24:44-48

John: 3:14-15; 5:33-36,46-47; 6:32-33; 7:21-24; 8:39-59; 10:34-38

GENERAL TO SPECIFIC

One of the best examples of teaching from general to specific is found in John 6:35. Jesus explains the general concept of His death on the cross. He gives specific details in John 6:35-58. In Matthew Jesus gives general information on His death in Matthew 9:43-45, but the disciples did not understand. He explained more details in Matthew 18:31-34, and they finally understood when He completed teaching on the subject in Matthew 22:15-23.

Can you find other examples of how Jesus used this method in His teaching?

OBJECT LESSONS

Study the following references where Jesus used objects or symbols to teach spiritual truths. Make a chart to identify the spiritual truth Jesus was teaching. The headings for your chart should be as follows:

Object/Symbol Reference Truth He Was Teaching

Use the following references to complete your chart:

Matthew: Fishing 4:19; salt 5:13; light 5:14-16; fowls 6:26; lilies 6:28-33; motes and beams 7:1-5; gates 7:13-14; wolves and sheep 7:15; fruit 7:16-20; two houses 7:24-27; foxes and birds 8:20; garments and wine 9:16-17; harvest 9:37-38; sheep and wolves 10:16; sparrows 10:29-31; yoke 11:28-30; seeds and soils 13:1-43; treasure 13:44,52; pearl 13:45-46; net 13:47-50; plant 15:10-14; weather 16:1-4; child 18:1-6; sheep 18:12-14; camel and needle 19:23-26; fig tree 21:18-22; stone 21:42-44; penny 22:15-22; gnats and camels 23:24; cups and platters 23:25-26; seplechure 23:27; sheep and goats 25:31-33; bread and wine 26:26-29

Mark: Fish 1:16-18; seed and soils 4; bread and dogs 8:25-30; salt 9:50; children 10:13-16; camel and needle 10:23-27; penny 12:13-17; bread and wine 14:22-25

Luke: Fish 5:9-10; garments and wine skins 5:36-39; trees 6:43-45; two houses 6:48-49; soils and seed 8; harvest 10:2; lambs and wolves 10:3; light 11:33-36; 11:39-40; platters and cups; graves 11:44; sparrows 12:6-7; ravens 12:22-24; lilies 12:27-31; weather 12:54-57; mustard 13:17-19; leaven 13:20-21; wars and towers 14:26-33; salt 14:34-35; sheep 15:1-7; silver 15:8-10; mustard seed 17:6; child 18:16-17; stone 20:17-18; penny 20:20-26; bread and wine 22:19-22; fig trees 21:29-33

John: Wind 3:8; water 4:13-14, 7:37-38; harvesting 4:35; light 8:12, 9:5, 12:46; shepherd 10; corn of wheat 12:23-24; fines and branches 15; woman giving birth 16:19-21; feeding sheep 21:15-17; washing feet 13:1-17

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

Study the following references where Jesus used questions and answers as a method of teaching:

Matthew: 5:13,46,47; 6:25-31; 7:3,4,9-11,16,22; 8:26; 9:4,5,15,28; 10:25,29; 11:7-9,16; 12:4,5,11,12,26,27,29,34,48; 13:27,28,51; 14:31; 15:13,16,17,34; 16:3,8-11,13,15,26; 17:17,25; 18:12,33; 19:5,17; 20:6,13,15,21,22,32; 21:16,25,28,31,40,42; 22:12,18,22,

31,32,42-45; 23:17,19,33; 24:2,45; 25:37-39,44; 26:10,40,50,53-55; 27:46

Mark: 2:8,9,19,25,26; 3:4,23,33; 4:13,21,30,40; 5:30,39; 6:38; 7:18,19; 8:5,12,17-21,27,29,36,37; 9:16,19,21,33,50; 10:3,18,36,38,51; 11:3,17,30; 12:9-11,15,16,24,26,35,37; 13:2; 14:6,14,37,48; 15:34

Luke: 2:49; 5:22,23; 6:4,9,32-34,39,41,42,46; 7:24-26,31,42,44; 8:25,30,44; 9:18,20,25,41; 10:26,36; 11:5,6,11-13,18,19,40; 12:6,14,17,20,24-26,28,42,49,51,56,57; 13:2,4,7,15,16,18,20; 14:3,5,28,31,34;15:4,8;16:2,3,5,7,11,12;17:7-9,17;8:7,8,19,41;19:31; 20:3,4,13,15,17,23,24,41,44; 22:11,27,35,46,48,52; 23:31; 24:17,19,26,38,41

John: 1:38,50; 2:4; 3:10,12; 5:6,44,47; 6:5,61,62,67,70; 7:19,23; 8:10,43,46; 9:35; 10:32,34,36; 11:9,26,34,40; 12:27; 13:12,38; 14:9,10; 16:5,19,31; 18:4,7,11,23,34; 20:15; 21:5,15-17,22,23

PARABLES

Subject Reference

The mote and beam Luke 6:37-43

The two buildings Matthew 7:24-27; Luke 6:47-49

Children in the marketplace Matthew 11:16; Luke 7:32

The two debtors Luke 7:41

The unclean spirit Matthew 12:43-45; Luke 11:24-26

The rich man's meditation Luke 12:16

The barren fig tree Luke 13:6-9

The sower Matthew 13:3-8; Mark 4:3-8; Luke 8:5-8

The tares Matthew 13:24-30

The seed Mark 4:26

The grain of mustard seed Matthew 13:31,32; Mark. 4:31,32; Luke 13:19

The leaven Matthew 13:33; Luke 13:21

The candle Matthew 5:15; Mark 4:21; Luke 8:16; 11:33

The net Matthew 13:47,48

The hidden treasure Matthew 13:44

The pearl of great price Matthew 13:45,46

The householder Matthew 13:52

The marriage Matthew 9:15; Mark 2:19,20; Luke 5:34,35

The patched garment Matthew 9:16; Mark 2:21; Luke 5:36

The wine bottles Matthew 9:17; Mark 2:22; Luke 5:37

The harvest Matthew 9:37; Luke 10:2

The adversary Matthew 5:25; Luke 12:58

The two insolvent debtors Matthew 18:23-35

The good Samaritan Luke 10:30-37

The three loaves Luke 11:5-8

The true shepherd John 10:1-16

The strait gate Matthew 7:14; Luke 13:24

The guests Luke 14:7-11

The marriage supper Matthew 22:2-9; Luke 14:16-23

The wedding garment Matthew 22:10-14

The tower Luke 14:28-30

The king going to war Luke 14:31

Subject Reference

The lost sheep Matthew 18:12,13; Luke 15:4-7

The lost piece of money Luke 15:8,9

The prodigal son Luke 15:11-32

The unjust steward Luke 16:1-9

The importunate widow Luke 18:2-5

The Pharisee and publican Luke 18:10-14

The servant's office Luke 17:7-10

The laborers in the vineyard Matthew 20:1-16

The talents Matthew 25:14-30; Luke 19:11-27

The two sons Matthew 21:28

The murderous husbandmen Matthew 21:33-43; Mark 12:1-9;

Luke 20:9-16

The fig tree Matthew 24:32; Mark 13:28; Luke 21:29-30

The watching householder Matthew 24:43; Luke 12:39

The man on a far journey Mark 13:34

The character of two servants Matthew 24:45-51; Luke 12:42-46

The ten virgins Matthew 25:1-12

The watching servants Luke 12:36-38

The vine and its branches John 15:1-6

Now create some modern parables:

1. Select a Biblical truth or lesson you want to teach.

2. Think of some situation, condition, or example the listener will understand.

3. Using this example, create a parable [story] which illustrates the Biblical truth you want

to teach.

Remember: The parable must illustrate the truth to be taught. A story just for the sake of telling a story is not effective. It must relate to or illustrate God's Word.

CASE HISTORIES

Study the following examples of case histories. Can you find others in the teaching of Jesus?

Case History Reference

John the Baptist Matthew 11:7-19; Luke 7:24-25

Lazarus and the rich man Luke 16:19-31

Now create your own case histories. Think of some true event that has happened which illustrates a Biblical truth. For example, do you know someone who accepted Jesus just before they died in an accident? You could use their "case history" to illustrate a message on "Today Is The Day Of Salvation".

What personal experience have you had which illustrate Biblical truths? Tell your own personal "case history" (also called your personal testimony). Use the lives of great spiritual leaders in modern times as case histories. How did their lives demonstrate the truths of God's Word?

USE OF SCRIPTURE

Study the following references where Jesus used Scriptures in His teaching:

New Testament Old Testament

Occasion Reference Used

Matthew 4:4: Deuteronomy 8:3

Matthew 4:7: Deuteronomy 6:16

Matthew 4:10: Deuteronomy 6:13

Matthew 5:21: Exodus 20:13; Deuteronomy 5:17

Matthew 5:27: Exodus 20:14; Deuteronomy 5:18

Matthew 5:31: Deuteronomy 24:1,3

Matthew 5:33: Leviticus 19:12; Numbers 30:2, Deuteronomy 23:21

Matthew 5:38: Exodus 21:24; Leviticus 24:20; Deuteronomy 19:21

Matthew 5:43: Leviticus 19:18

Matthew 9:13, 12:7: Hosea 6:6

Matthew 11:10: Malachi 3:1

Matthew 13:14,15: Isaiah 6:9,10

Matthew 15:4: Exodus 20:12; Deuteronomy 5:16

Matthew 15:4: Exodus 21:17; Leviticus 20:9

Matthew 15:8,9: Isaiah 29:13

Matthew 19:4: Genesis 1:27, 5:2

Matthew 19:5: Genesis 2:24

Matthew 19:18,19: Exodus 20:12-16; Deuteronomy 5:16-20

Matthew 21:16: Psalms 8:2

Matthew 21:42: Psalms 118:22

Matthew 21:13: Isaiah 56:7; Jeremiah 7:11

Matthew 22:32: Exodus 3:6

Matthew 22:37: Deuteronomy 6:5

Matthew 22:39: Leviticus 19:18

Matthew 22:44: Psalms 110:1

Matthew 26:31: Zechariah 13:7

Matthew 27:46: Psalms 22:1

Luke 22:37: Isaiah 53:12

Luke 23:46: Psalms 31:5

Luke 4:18: Isaiah 61:1,2

John 10:34: Psalms 82:6

John 13:18: Psalms 41:9

John 15:25: Psalms 35:19, 69:4

CONTRASTS

Study the following references where Jesus used contrasts in His teaching:

Matthew:

Chapter 5-7 The Sermon on the Mount uses many contrasts.

9:12 Whole/sick

9:13 Righteous/sinners

9:16 Old cloth/new cloth

9:17 Old wine/new wine

10:26 Covered/revealed

10:27 Darkness/light

10:28 Body/soul

10:32-33 Confess/deny

10:34 Peace/sword

12:33 Good tree/corrupt tree

12:35 Good man/evil man

12:37 Words that justify/words that condemn

13:12 Those who have/those who have not

13:13 Those who see and hear/those who do not

13:30 Wheat/tares; good/poor soils

13:47-50 Good/bad fish; wicked/just

15:25 Save life/lose life

18:23-35 Those forgiven/those not

16:19-18:18 Binding/loosing

19:30 First/last

20:16 Called/chosen

20:25-28 Minister/servant

21:28-30 Son who worked/son who did not work

21:42 Rejected stone/cornerstone

23:11 Greatest is servant

23:12 Exalted/abased

23:24 Gnat/camel

23:25-28 Outside and inside of platter

24:40-41 Those taken and left

25:1-4 Wise virgins/foolish virgins

25:29 Hath given/hath not taken

Mark:

2:17 Whole/sick, righteous/sinner

2:19-20 Those who fast/those who do not

2:21 Old garments/new garments

2:22 Old wine/new wine

2:27 Sabbath for man/man for Sabbath

3:4 Do good or evil on Sabbath

2:4 Good ground/poor ground

4:12 Seeing and hearing/not seeing and hearing

4:22 Things hidden/things revealed

4:25 Hath given/hath not taken

4:31-32 Least seed/greatest plant

4:40 Fear/faith

7:6-13 Doctrine/traditions

7:14-15 Within/without

8:33 Things of God/things of men

8:35 Save life/lose life

9:40 Against us/for us

9:50 Good salt/bad salt

10:43-44 Greatest/least, Chief is servant

11:27-33 Baptism of John? Of Heaven or men?

12:17 Caesar/God

12:27 God of dead/God of living

12:44 Giving from abundance/giving from want

14:38 Spirit/flesh

Luke:

5:31 Whole/sick

5:32 Righteous/sinners

5:36 New garments/old garments

5:37-38 New wine/old wine

Chapter 6 Many contrasts in this chapter

7:20-21 John the Baptist/Jesus

7:47 Love much/little

8:17-18 Secret/manifest; hath/hath not

9:24 Gain life/lose life

9:48 Least/greatest

9:56 Destroy/save

Chapter 10 How to act in cities where you are received/how to act when not received

11:23 With Him/against Him

11:34 Single eye/evil eye

11:35 Light/darkness

11:39 Outside clean/inside not

12:2-3 Covered/revealed

12:8-9 Confess/deny

12:47-48 Few stripes/many stripes

12:51 Peace/division

13:9 Good fruit/bad fruit

13:30 Last/first

14:8-11 Exalted/abased

14:12-14 Rich/poor

14:30 Start but cannot finish

14:34-35 Salt/salt with no savor

15:4-10 Lost/found

15:11-32 Good son/bad son

16:10-12 Faithful in least/faithful in much

16:13 Two masters

16:15 Esteemed of man, not God

16:19-20 Rich man/poor man

17:33 Seek life/lose life

17:34-36 One taken/one left

18:10-14 Contrast of two men praying

19:12-27 Contrast of how men used the talents

19:46 House of prayer/den of thieves

20:17-18 Rejected stone/cornerstone

20:38 God of dead/God of living

21:1-4 Gifts of the rich/poor

22:25-30 Greatest/least

23:31 Green tree/dry tree

John:

3:6 Born of flesh/spirit

3:12 Earthly things/heavenly things

3:17 Not to condemn but to save

3:19-21 Light /darkness

4:13-14 Living/natural water

5:24 Death to life

5:29 Good/evil resurrections

6:32-33 Moses' bread/God's bread

6:63 Spirit/flesh

7:18 Our glory/His glory

7:24 Two judgments

8:12 Light/darkness

8:23 Of this world/not of this world

8:35 The servant/the son

8:47 Hearing/not hearing

9:39 Blind/seeing

10:1-18 The good shepherd/the thief

10:25-29 My sheep/other sheep

10:37-38 Do works/do not works

12:24-35 Saves life/loses life

12:35-36,46 Light/darkness

12:47 Judging/saving

13:16 Servant/Lord

14:12 Works/greater works

14:23-24 Keeping/not keeping works

14:27 Peace of God/peace of world

15:2 Fruit bearing vines/non-bearing vines

15:15 Servants/friends

15:19 Of world/not of world

16:20-22 Sorrow turned to joy

20:27 Faithless/believing

20:29 Those who see and believe/those who do not see

21:18 Contrast of Peter when he was young and old.

PROBLEMS

Study the following references where Jesus used problems in His teaching:

Persons Their Problems

The scribes (Mark 2:7) Who can forgive sins?

Scribes and Pharisees (Mark 2:16) The association of Jesus with publicans and sinners.

"They" (Mark 2:18) Why the disciples did not fast

The Pharisees (Mark 2:24) Sabbath observance.

The scribes (Mark 3:22) How Jesus cast out demons.

His fellow-townsmen (Mark 6:2,3) The sources of Jesus' power.

Scribes and Pharisees (Mark 7:5) Why the disciples did not observe the traditions.

The Pharisees (Mark 8:11) They wanted a sign.

Peter, James, John (Mark 9:11) The coming of Elijah.

The disciples (Mark 9:34) "Who is the greatest?"

Persons Their Problems

John and others (Mark 9:38) Tolerance of other workers.

The Pharisees (Mark 10:2) Divorce.

The rich young ruler (Mark 10:17) Inheriting eternal life.

James and John (Mark 10:37) Sitting on his right and left hand.

Chief priests, scribes and The authority of Jesus.

elders (Mark 11:28)

Pharisees and Herodians The tribute to Caesar.

(Mark 12:14)

Sadducees (Mark 12:23) The resurrection

A scribe (Mark 12:29) The first commandment.

Peter, James, John and "When shall these things be?"

Andrew (Mark 13:4)

Some at Simon's dinner The waste of ointment.

(Mark 14:4)

The high priest (Mark 14:61) Whether Jesus claimed to be the Christ.

OCCASIONS

Study the occasions of life Jesus used to teach lessons:

The Occasion Its Use Reference

Finding traders in the temple Cleansing the Temple Matthew 21:12-13;

Mark 11:15-17

Nicodemus came to Him Teaching the new birth John 3:1-21

The Occasion Its Use Reference

Meeting a Samaritan woman Transforming a life John 4:1-42

The leper came to Him Cleansing physical body Matthew 8:1-4;

Mark 1:40-45;

Luke 5:12-14

The bringing of a palsied man Spiritual and Matthew 8:5-13;

physical healing Luke 7:1-10

He saw a man lying at the pool Physical healing John 5:1-9

of Bethesda

The murmuring of the Pharisees Teaching the true Matthew 12:1-8;

at the disciples for plucking relation of man and Mark 2:23-28;

corn on the Sabbath the Sabbath Luke 6:1-5

"Seeing the multitudes" Sermon on the Mount Matthew 5 to 7

Eating with Simon the Pharisee The two debtors Luke 7:41

The coming of His Teaching the supremacy Matthew 12:46-50

mother and brethren of spiritual relationship Mark 3:31-35;

Luke 8:19-21

The disciples' question, Teaching concerning Matthew 13:10-17

"Why speakest thou the mysteries of the

unto them in parables?" Kingdom

The disciples request an Teaching concerning Matthew 13:36-43

explanation of the the sons of evil

parable of the tares.

"Why eateth your master Teaching concerning Matthew 9:10-13

with publicans?" the whole and the sick

CHAPTER SEVEN

TEACHING AIDS

OBJECTIVES:

Upon completion of this chapter you will be able to:

∙ Define "teaching aids".

∙ Explain what audio-visual aids are.

∙ Explain the importance of audio-visual aids.

∙ Create audio-visual aids.

∙ Evaluate teaching aids.

KEY VERSES:

And He took a child, and set him in the midst of them: and when He had taken him in His arms, He said unto them.

Whosoever shall receive one of such children in My name, receiveth Me: and whosoever shall receive Me, receiveth not Me, but Him that sent Me.

(Mark 9:36-37)

INTRODUCTION

In this lesson you will learn about various aids which can be used when you teach. You may not have access to all of the teaching aids discussed in this chapter because of your geographic location or financial situation. Because Harvestime International Institute courses are used in many places, this chapter is included for those who do have access to such materials. We have also included suggestions for teaching aids you can use without cost or special equipment.

TEACHING AIDS

A teaching aid is something that helps you teach a lesson. This is why it is called an "aid". A teaching aid may be an activity or project which helps students understand a