2023 Spring Break Spiritual Day

Introduction: How to Relate to Authority

Objective

To show that the Holy Scripture and the Commandments of God necessitate that a true Christian abides by the authorities in his life

Key Verse

"Let every soul be subject to the governing authorities" (Romans 13:1)

Body

Application


Contemplation

Resources

Station 1: Authority of Parents

Objective: 

Key Verse:

"Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right." Ephesians 6:1


Outline:



Authority of Love


Station 2: Authority of the Church

Objective:

Key Verse:

" Obey those who rule over you, and be submissive, for they watch out for your souls" Hebrews 13:17

Outline:

What is the authority of the Church?

Why did the Church get this authority from?

How can I deal with this authority?

Station 3: Authority of Scripture

Objective:

Key Verse:

"All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness, 17 that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work." 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Outline:

Characteristics of Scriptures

The authority of Scriptures

"All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness, 17 that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work." 2 Timothy 3:16-17

  1. Doctrine
    • We learn the faith from the Bible
    • We understand God's plan for mankind 
    • We learn God's commandments
  2. Reproof
    • The Bible tells us convicts us of sin 
  3. Correction
    • The Bible tells us what we need to correct and change in our life for the sake of our salvation
  4. Instruction
    • The Bible teaches us how to live a righteous life according to the Lord's commandments

Blessings of scriptures

How to approach scriptures

Station 4: Authority of the Law

Objective

Key Verse

"Let every soul be subject to the governing authorities" (Romans 13:1)

Location

This station will be outside at Deputy Youssef's patrol vehicle

Body