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CHRIST’S OBJECT LESSONS STUDY GUIDE CHAPTER ONE

Christ took our nature and dwelt among us. Divinity was revealed in humanity; the invisible glory in the visible human form.

Ch 1, Q 1, Page 18-19 a. What is all nature designed to reflect?

Ch 1, Q 1, Answer a. Nature is designed to reflect the glory of God so man can see Him through His creation as an object lesson.

b. How has this been changed? Ch 1, Q 1, Page 18-19

Ch 1, Q 1, Answer b. This has been marred by sin, the truth has been, as it were, veiled from mans recognition.

Ch 1, Q 1, Page 18-19 c. What can we do about it?

Ch 1, Q 1, Answer c. By creating object lessons in nature as Christ did, we can help people to see once again what they have been missing.

Ch 1, Q 2, Page 21-22 Why did Christ teach in parables? (give two reasons)

Ch 1, Q 2, Answer (a) Because most people will not accept or understand the plain truth.

Ch 1, Q 2, Answer (b) If He had spoken the plain truth the Pharisees would have killed Him before it was His time to die as prophesied.

Ch 1, Q 3, Page 23 What were Christ’s teachings essential for?

Ch 1, Q 3, Answer The development of character, the conduct of life that takes hold on eternity.

Ch 1, Q 4, Page 24 How are we also to teach of our Creator’s character?

Ch 1, Q 4, Answer By using parables from nature, just as Christ did.

Ch 1, Q 5, Page 25 How are mental powers strengthened and character developed?

Ch 1, Q 5, Answer By seeing that nature was created by God, through everything we touch, see, smell and taste being a lesson in Christlike character building.

Ch 1, Q 6, Page 26 Which is the best day to study nature and learn object lessons from each other?

Ch 1, Q 6, Answer The day God designed for that very purpose; The Sabbath was designed for spending in nature with our families learning of the love of God to us through His design.

Christ’s mission was not understood by the people of His time. The manner of His coming was not in accordance with their expectations.

Ch 2, Q 1, Page 36 a. What is it that will be made plain to the sincere seeker of truth?

Ch 2, Q 1, Answer The Word of God will be made plain to those who seek Him with a sincere heart.

Ch 2, Q 1, Page 36 b. What must they do in order for this to be, so that they may receive the truth?

Ch 2, Q 1, Answer They must study with hearts open to the Spirit of God for a clearer knowledge of the truth rather than man’s theories. They must also be willing to obey God’s Word.

Ch 2, Q 2, Page 36-37 What must those called to follow Christ leave if they are to follow Him?

Ch 2, Q 2, Answer (a) Many of those we once called friends are no longer right to associate with for a follower of Christ, the things we had once planned we will now see in a different light.

Ch 2, Q 2, Answer (b) There will be many things we may at first find hard to give up, but in the end we will see these sacrifices are for the best.

Ch 2, Q 3, Page 37 How has satan always been able to gain control over mankind?

Ch 2, Q 3, Answer By sowing the seed of error (A LIE) , at the centre of what appears to be the truth

Ch 2, Q 4, Page 38 What condition is necessary in order for the seed of truth to be developed in the heart?

Ch 2, Q 4, Answer The condition necessary is the incorruptible seed of the Word of God, and not human theories and speculations which man puts in place of the Word of God.

Ch 2, Q 5, Page 39 In what way did Christ answer those who questioned what He said and did?

Ch 2, Q 5, Answer He met questioners with a plain “It is written, what saith the Scriptures” and “How readest thou.”

Ch 2, Q 6, Page 39 Why is it that the Word of God is made to appear mysterious and obscure?

Ch 2 Q 6, Answer In order to excuse transgression of God’s law.

Ch 2, Q 7, Page 40 a. What never satisfies the heart?

Ch 2, Q 7, Answer Philosophical theories or literary essays, and assertions and inventions of men however brilliant, cannot satisfy the heart.

Ch 2, Q 7, Page 40 b. What are many really crying out for?

Ch 2, Q 7, Answer Many are really crying out for the living God, and He speaks to man through His Word.

Ch 2, Q 8, Page 40 What is it that we must plainly present? (give detail.)

Ch 2, Q 8, Answer (a) In presenting the truth we must make plain the requirements of the law of God.

Ch 2, Q 8, Answer (b) We must tell of Christ’s life of self denial, His humiliating death, resurrection and ascension. Of His intercession for us, this will motivate men to keep His law.

Ch 2, Q 9, Page 41 What happens when we don’t read and follow what the Scriptures say and instead follow what man says?

Ch 2, Q 9, Answer (a) The world loses it’s morality and iniquity abounds. The evil passions in the heart of man cannot be restrained.

Ch 2, Q 9, Answer (b) The mind becomes dwarfed, inefficient and mentally weak in it’s capacity to think because it is not brought into contact with the deep, broad principles of eternal truth and it becomes that which it beholds.

Ch 2, Q 10, Page 42-43 a. What kind of education will be derived from studying the Word of God?

Ch 2, Q 10, Answer One that will restore the image of God in us and that will strengthen and fortify the mind against temptation.

Ch 2, Q 10, Page 42-43 b. What sort of experience should this be?

Ch 2, Q 10, Answer We are to have an experiential knowledge of the plan of salvation, because we can only impart that which we have experienced.

Ch 2, Q 11, Page 44 a. How is our spiritual life paralysed and the soil of our soul hardened?

Ch 2, Q 11, Answer By becoming absorbed in selfish aims and sinful indulgences.

Ch 2, Q 11, Page 44 b. Why do we not see this when it happens?

Ch 2, Q 11, Answer People become blinded to their need and their danger the more self absorbed they become, they hear the Word but do not understand that it applies to them.

Ch 2, Q 12, Page 44 What does satan fear will happen if we read and understand the truth in the Scriptures?

Ch 2, Q 12, Answer satan fears that the careless may be awakened to their need by reading and understanding the truth contained in God’s Word.

Ch 2, Q 13, Page 44-45 How is satan’s work of distraction accomplished? (give details)

Ch 2, Q 13, Answer he engages the mind with worldly schemes. he excites criticism and insinuates doubt and unbelief in God’s messengers so that we do not understand the message they give us.

Ch 2, Q 14, Page 46 What is the defining characteristic of the stony ground hearer?

Ch 2, Q 14, Answer The selfishness which is their natural hearts desire underlies all good desires and aspirations they may have because the love of self is not subdued; they have only a superficial religion.

Ch 2, Q 15, Page 47 a. What does the stony ground hearer depend on?

Ch 2, Q 15, Answer They depend on self instead of Christ, they trust in their own good works and impulses and think they are strong in their own righteousness.

Ch 2, Q 15, Page 47 b. What does the Scripture point out to them?

Ch 2, Q 15, Answer That they are not strong in the Lord and the power of His might, such a one hath not root in himself, for he is not connected with Christ.

Ch 2, Q 16, Page 47 How do many receive the gospel?

Ch 2, Q 16, Page 47 As a way to escape from suffering, rather than as deliverance from sin.

Ch 2, Q 17, Page 48 Because they do not have this relationship with Christ, what power do they deny?

Ch 2, Q 17, Answer Righteousness by faith, the power to overcome sin. Their lives reveal defects both hereditary and cultivated because they do not have the power to overcome.

Ch 2, Q 18, Page 48 What is it that gets stronger with every sin?

Ch 2, Q 18, Answer With each sin the old selfish nature is gaining strength.

Ch 2, Q 19, Page 49 What principle or motive does God desire our obedience to come from?

Ch 2, Q 19, Answer Love for God must be the principle that our actions are motivated by. It must be the foundation of our character. Love is revealed in self sacrifice.

Ch 2, Q 20, Page 50 If a profession of belief in Jesus or a theory of the truth will not save us, what will?

Ch 2, Q 20, Answer We do not belong to Christ unless we are His wholly, no longer serving self.

Ch 2, Q 21, Page 50 What needs to be transformed in order for our old sinful ways to be left behind?

Ch 2, Q 21, Answer There needs to be a moral transformation of the heart and the old habits and practices need to be left behind or they will choke the new heart like thorns.

Ch 2, Q 22, Page 51 What will gain victory over us, if through Christ, we do not gain the victory?

Ch 2, Q 22, Answer A mere profession of the gospel, or belief in the truth is not enough. We must obtain victory over sin through Christ in the same way He did.

Ch 2, Q 23, Page 51 What does satan bring to absorb our interest away from spiritual things?

Ch 2, Q 23, Answer The acquisition of wealth and worldly gain from business enterprises enraptures the whole energy of man, crowding out spiritual things.

Ch 2, Q 24, Page 51 What is the main reason we should work in a job that takes our time?

Ch 2, Q 24, Answer The main reason to work is to benefit others with what you earn.

Ch 2, Q 25, Page 53 When does the desire to earn money become a sin?

Ch 2, Q 25, Answer When that desire is made first instead of the kingdom of God and absorbs the interests of the mind, it is a sin.

Ch 2, Q 26, Page 54 What becomes stronger if we indulge it that which even our churches encourage?

Ch 2, Q 26, Answer The more the selfish love of amusement or pleasure is indulged the stronger it gets until it becomes the greatest object of life.

Ch 2, Q 27, Page 55 What does the love of pleasure and amusement do to dull our sensibility to discern between right and wrong?

Ch 2, Q 27, Answer The power of discernment is slowly destroyed and the voice of the Holy Spirit is no longer heard.

Ch 2, Q 28, Page 56 What is the root of all evil?

Ch 2, Q 28, Answer The love of money is the root of all evil.

Ch 2, Q 29, Page 56 With whom does the fault lie if God’s word fails to accomplish it’s work in our heart by changing the way we live our lives?

Ch 2, Q 29, Answer The power of choice lies with us We ourselves determine what we will become and God empowers this choice.

Ch 2, Q 30, Page 57 What is it that we need more of and what is it that we need less of in order to save souls?

Ch 2, Q 30, Answer We need more heart to heart individual personal labour and less sermonising.

Ch 2, Q 31, Page 58 What two things about Christ’s atonement should we be taught from childhood?

Ch 2, Q 31, Answer That Christ died not just to forgive our sin, but also that we might have His character in place of our own.

Ch 2, Q 31, Page 59 a. How does the good ground hearer receive the Scriptures?

Ch 2, Q 31, Answer As it is in Truth, as the Voice of God speaking directly to them.

Ch 2, Q 31, Page 59 b. How are the humble rewarded?

Ch 2, Q 31, Answer They are given understanding of the Scriptures by the Holy Spirit.

Ch 2, Q 32, Page 60 The Word received in this way will make what three changes in a persons life?

Ch 2, Q 32, Answer They will have the fruit of obedience. The word received into the soul will manifest itself in good works. They will have the character of Christ.

Ch 2, Q 33, Page 61 What is the best ingredient for character development?

Ch 2, Q 33, Answer Conflict and trials are the best ingredients for the development of character.

Ch 2, Q 34, Page 61 How may the purpose of God be best accomplished in us?

Ch 2, Q 34, Answer It may be best accomplished by us receiving God’s Word and submitting ourselves to it’s control completely.

Ch 3, Q 1, Page 63 What part can man not play in the spiritual growth of a persons life?

Ch 3, Q 1, Answer Man cannot, through any of his own strength or wisdom bring forth the living plant from the seed he plants.

Ch 3, Q 2, Page 66 When and how is our spiritual life perfect?

Ch 3, Q 2, Answer At every stage of our development our life is perfect; IF we are sanctified as God multiplies our opportunities, and our experience is enlarged, there will be continual growth in our spiritual life.

Ch 3, Q 3, Page 67 a. What does Christ seek to reproduce in us?

Ch 3, Q 3, Answer He seeks to reproduce Himself in us, that we might have His character.

Ch 3, Q 3, Page 67 b. How does He achieve this that it’s benefit might be multiplied?

Ch 3, Q 3, Answer By others seeing the fruit we have in our lives, they will want the same for themselves; thus Christ’s character will be reproduced.

Ch 3, Q 4, Page 67-68 How will this fruitfulness be manifested in our lives?

Ch 3, Q 4, Answer By forgetfulness of self, and the helping of others in need.

Ch 3, Q 5, Page 69 When will Christ return to claim His people as His own?

Ch 3, Q 5, Answer Not until His character is perfectly reproduced in His Children.

Ch 4, Q 1, Page 71 What is it that we cannot discern about others salvation?

Ch 4, Q 1, Answer Although we can see the fruit of open sin, we cannot judge the motives of a persons actions.

Ch 4, Q 2, Page 72-73 Just because we do not see others follow the truth, what should we not become?

Ch 4, Q 2, Answer We should never be disheartened or doubt the truth because of false brethren.

Ch 4, Q 3, Page 74 So before we condemn others who should we look to?

Ch 4, Q 3, Answer Humility and distrust of SELF should come before we judge others.

Ch 4, Q 4, Page 74-75 What is it that decides our destiny?

Ch 4, Q 4, Answer Our CHARACTER decides our destiny.

Ch 5, Q 1, Page 76-77 In what way is the Kingdom of God like a seed of mustard?

Ch 5, Q 1, Answer A small seed grows into a huge Kingdom by the unfolding of the life principle from the germ of the seed God has planted.

Ch 5, Q 2, Page 78 How is the work of grace in the heart similar to the growing seed?

Ch 5, Q 2, Answer Every word spoken is as a ray of light shed into the soul for the Holy Spirit to grow, who can measure the results.

Ch 5, Q 3, Page 79 How many wise and mighty men has God called to His kingdom and why?

Ch 5, Q 3, Answer None, because our faith should not stand in the wisdom of men but that of God .

OBJECT LESSONS FROM SEED SOWING

Ch 6, Q 1, Page 80 By the object lesson of the growth from the seed to a plant what is it that we are able to discern?

Ch 6, Q 1, Answer We will see in natural things the working of divine agencies and the direct correlation to our own lives.

Ch 6, Q 1, Page 81 If we are in Gods will what is it that we can be assured of?

Ch 6, Q 1, Answer Our food and clothing, our temporal needs will be supplied if we are in His will.

Ch 6, Q 2, Page 82 What two things must we realise when we do our important part in cooperation with God?

Ch 6, Q 2, Answer That we have no real power of our own to accomplish good, and that total dependence on God is the key to success.

Ch 6, Q 3, Answer Vanity should never be encouraged by praising anyone, as this can cause pride.

Ch 6, Q 4, Page 84 What is beneficial for us if it is done from a young age?

Ch 6, Q 4, Answer An education in the spiritual things of life that they may have characters after the similitude of Christ.

Ch 6, Q 5, Page 84 In God’s natural law what must follow what without fail which affects our character and indeed our salvation?

Ch 6, Q 5, Answer Every seed sown produces a harvest. Characteristics whether good or bad will bring forth a harvest. We shall reap that which we sow.

Ch 6, Q 6, Page 84 Does God kill anyone? Why or why not?

Ch 6, Q 6, Answer God destroys no man, we destroy ourselves by our own wrong actions and our failure to listen to the Holy Spirit.

Ch 6, Q 7, Page 85 The seeds of both good and bad deeds produces what effect?

Ch 6, Q 7, Answer Every good or bad deed we do reproduces itself in other people which causes a chain reaction to take place.

Ch 6, Q 8, Page 86 What needs to happen in order for fruit to grow in a spiritual application?

Ch 6, Q 8, Answer We need to show love to others in distribution of temporal blessings, this will awaken in them gratitude to God and the soil of their heart will be prepared to receive seeds of spiritual truth.

Ch 6, Q 9, Page 87-88 The things of Nature may be what to us?

Ch 6, Q 9, Answer They are to be looked upon as a lesson book for us to study.

Ch 6, Q 10, Page 88 The work required in our soul in order to produce a harvest is what kind of work?

Ch 6, Q 10, Answer Hard work to refine and discipline the heart daily, as well as earnestness, diligence, preserving effort and a knowledge of the Scriptures.

Ch 6, Q 11, Page 88 From which two sources must an education on truth be taken?

Ch 6, Q 11, Answer The word of God and the leading of the Holy Spirit.

Ch 7, Q 1, Page 96 How only can man be transformed from within?

Ch 7, Q 1, Answer By the renewing energy that comes from the agency of the Holy Spirit.

Ch 7, Q 2, Page 97 What is not enough for us?

Ch 7, Q 2, Answer A mere profession of faith is not enough, we must have true conversion in the heart.

Ch 7, Q 3, Page 97 Which type of obedience only will God accept?

Ch 7, Q 3, Answer That obedience which stems from LOVE and not from mere obligation.

Ch 7, Q 4, Page 100 Once conversion happens within us what will be the resultant power?

Ch 7, Q 4, Answer That power which works from within outwardly will result in an increase in the number of people saved.

Ch 7, Q 5, Page 101 What are seven steps to perfection once the leaven of truth is accepted into the heart?

Ch 7, Q 5, Answer Regulation of the desires, purified thoughts, sweetened disposition, quickened faculties of the mind and energies of the soul, enlarged capacity for feeling and loving.

Ch 7, Q 6, Page 101 The world does not understand such a man, why is this?

Ch 7, Q 6, Answer Because he is raised above the corrupting influence of the world and is motivated by love and not selfishness.

Ch 7, Q 7, Page 101 The leaven of truth will not produce what?

Ch 7, Q 7, Answer A spirit of rivalry, the love of ambition or the desire to be first. Neither does it depend on human praise.

Ch 7, Q 8, Page 102 What is it that will be seen on the faces of those who love Jesus?

Ch 7, Q 8, Answer Truth is written there, the sweet peace of heaven is revealed, Christ abiding in the heart shines from the countenance and a gentle love that is more than human is seen.

Ch 7, Q 9, Page 102 Man becomes a partaker of what as a result of his conversion?

Ch 7, Q 9, Answer He becomes a partaker of Divinity.

Ch 8, Q 1, Page 104 We need to be prepared to part with what two things in order to gain access to the truth?

Ch 8, Q 1, Answer There will be no labour to great and no sacrifice to dear in order to gain these treasures.

Ch 8, Q 2, Page 104 How is the truth of the plan of redemption hidden from many?

Ch 8, Q 2, Answer Because they are wise in there own estimation and philosophical beliefs.

God does not conceal His truth from men. By their own course of action they make it obscure to themselves.

Why do men not fulfil that which God requires of them? Ch 8, Q 3, Page 106

Because out of selfish desires they place traditions of man above God’s claims upon them. Ch 8, Q 3, Answer

How is true higher education gained? Ch 8, Q 4, Page 107

By careful study of, and obedience to God’s Word. Ch 8, Q 4, Answer

What happens to those who reject the word of God? Ch 8, Q 5, Page 107

They cannot understand the lessons of nature through God’s Word. Ch 8, Q 5, Answer

How does satan mislead mankind? Ch 8, Q 6, Page 108

satan leads men to think that there is wonderful knowledge to be obtained apart from God. Ch 8, Q 6, Answer

Why do men fail to find treasure in the Word of God? Ch 8, Q 7, Page 109

Because they fail to search for it until it is within their grasp and are contented with a surface work of what they suppose it to say. Ch 8, Q 7, Answer

How is it that men darken the Scriptures which they try to make clear? Ch 8, Q 8, Page 110

By trying to explain them using human theories and speculations, in an effort to keep heresies out of the church. Ch 8, Q 8, Answer

Is there a time that we may give up searching the Scriptures? Ch 8, Q 9, Page 111

Yes…… When we have ascertained our relation to God and His will in regard to us. Ch 8, Q 9, Answer

How only are the Scriptures to be understood? Ch 8, Q 10, Page 112

By seeking in humility for a knowledge of the truth that we may obey it. Ch 8, Q 10, Answer

What must we also do in order to correctly understand God’s Word? Ch 8, Q 11, Page 112

We must put aside all preconceived opinions and hereditary or cultivated ideas. Ch 8, Q 11, Answer

There is one more important thing we need to discern the truth in the Word of God? Ch 8, Q 12, Page 113

We need to pray for enlightenment from the Holy Spirit in order to discern the truth found in God’s Word. Ch 8, Q 12, Answer

How does God’s knowledge become ours? Ch 8, Q 13, Page 113-114

Through a correct faith, submitted and obedient in Christ. Ch 8, Q 13, Answer

Truly knowing God through Christ will make what changes evident in our lives? Ch 8, Q 13, Page 114

Transforms us into God’s image. Enables our higher powers mastery over our lower passions. Brings us into communion with our Fathers mind. Ch 8, Q 13, Answer

Is Christ our pearl a free gift without conditions? Ch 9, Q 1, Page 116

He is a gift to those who fulfil the conditions of giving themselves in submissive, willing obedience to all His requirements. Ch 9, Q 1, Answer

To whom is this gift available, and at what price? Ch 9, Q 2, Page 117

Salvation is available to all who will give themselves to Christ in willing obedience, no money can buy it. Ch 9, Q 2, Answer

If we cannot earn salvation, how may we obtain it? Ch 9, Q 3, Page 117

By seeking it with the perseverance which would deny all else in the world in order to obtain it. Ch 9, Q 3, Answer

Why is it that many do not find salvation even though they seem to seek it diligently? Ch 9, Q 4, Page 118

Because they do not make an entire surrender of their wrong habits, and do not die to self that Christ may live in them. Ch 9, Q 4, Answer

If they are Christians at all, what type of Christians are they? Ch 9, Q 5, Page 118

Almost but not wholly saved, means to be not almost but wholly lost. Ch 9, Q 5, Answer

How do we know when the Holy Spirit empowers us? Ch 9, Q 6, Page 119

We know He has empowered us when we have sought and found the truth of salvation. Ch 9, Q 6, Answer

What should be our only ambition in this life? Ch 9, Q 7, Page 120-121

To reveal the likeness of Christ’s character and the enlargement of His kingdom. Ch 9, Q 7, Answer

What is the casting of the net likened to? Ch 10, Q 1, Page 122

The casting of the net is the preaching of the gospel, which gathers both good and evil into the church . Ch 10, Q 1, Answer

What will cause even other Christians to stumble in their spiritual walk? Ch 10, Q 2, Page 122

Seeing hypocrites within the church who are not controlled by the Spirit of God causes the weak to stumble. Ch 10, Q 2, Answer

Does a mans position decide his destiny? Ch 10, Q 3, Page 123

No…it is character which decides his destiny. Ch 10, Q 3, Answer

Does God desire that the wicked are to eternally die? Ch 10, Q 4, Page 123

No… He does not desire the destruction of any, He would that all turn and live. Ch 10, Q 4, Answer

What happens to those who receive the message of truth into the heart? Ch 11, Q 1, Page 124-125

They will long to tell of their experience to others. The love of Christ must find expression. Ch 11, Q 1, Answer

As those who have put on Christ share with others what they have found, what will happen? Ch 11, Q 2, Page 125

They are imparted with more and more of the treasures of God’s grace. Ch 11, Q 2, Answer

What will be the result of us believing and practising God’s Word? Ch 11, Q 3, Page 125

There will be no science in the world that we will not be able to understand and appreciate! Ch 11, Q 3, Answer

Should we receive new truths in our understanding? Ch 11, Q 4, Page 127

Yes so long as it is an unfolding of the old and is not independent of it. Ch 11, Q 4, Answer

What two things must go hand in hand when it comes to presenting the truth to others? Ch 11, Q 5, Page 128

The law and the gospel are only to be presented together as one is useless without the other. Ch 11, Q 5, Answer

How only may people know Jesus? Ch 11, Q 6, Page

By experiencing relationship with Him for them selves, it cannot be explained. Ch 11, Q 6, Answer

How may we keep a fresh relationship or experience with Christ in our lives that others may see it? Ch 11, Q 7, Page 129-130

Through constant praise to Him we will, as it were converse with Him as we would a friend, for we will learn to be like Him by being with Him. Ch 11, Q 7, Answer

How are we to keep from becoming stale, dull and sermonizing in our ministry to others? Ch 11, Q 8, Page 130

By ensuring we keep the Word of God ever fresh before us in our minds. Ch 11, Q 8, Answer

In order for the truth to grow in importance and thus transform our character, what do we need to give us an appreciation for its study? Ch 11, Q 9, Page 132

We need to be filled with the Holy Spirit and submitted to God in all we do. Ch 11, Q 9, Answer

In giving us His word, God has put us in possession of every truth essential for our salvation.

For what reason does God give us His blessings? Ch 12, Q 1, Page 141

So that we may minister to others in need. Ch 12, Q 1, Answer

How does God’s love differ from that of a parent? Ch 12, Q 2, Page 142

God’s love is larger, broader and deeper than ours it is immeasurable. Ch 12, Q 2, Answer

What must be the principle of our lives? Ch 12, Q 3, Page 142-143

Asking unselfishly of God that we may give to others. Ch 12, Q 3, Answer

What is the purpose of prayer? Ch 12, Q 4, Page 143

Prayer is not to work any change in God; it is to bring us into harmony with God. Ch 12, Q 4, Answer

There are conditions to the fulfilment of God’s promises, and prayer can never take the place of duty!

What is the condition of all God’s gifts and promises? Ch 12, Q 5, Page 145

Obedience to all His requirements Ch 12, Q 5, Answer

Why does God want us to persist in prayer? Ch 12, Q 6, Page 145

Often to test our faith in Him or desire for that which we ask. Ch 12, Q 6, Answer

Why should we not tell others of our difficulties and look to them for help? Ch 12, Q 7, Page 146

Because it makes us weak and brings no strength to them. Ch 12, Q 7, Answer

What do we give evidence of by the way in which we talk and act? Ch 12, Q 8, Page 147

An enfeebled faith is shown by our words and actions. Ch 12, Q 8, Answer

What is it that angels will do for us if we manifest Christlike sympathy for another? Ch 12, Q 9, Page 149

They will bring to our remembrance words to speak that will be as the bread of life to the soul. Ch 12, Q 9, Answer

We must do what before we speaking with others on salvational issues? Ch 12, Q 10, Page 149

We must commune with God to obtain the necessary preparation to help them. Ch 12, Q 10, Answer

What happens when we judge our own righteousness by the righteousness of others? Ch 13, Q 1, Page 151

We will end up despising them and judging them as sinners worthy of destruction and we will not move forward in our own sanctification. Ch 13, Q 1, Answer

Which sin is more offensive to God than any other? Ch 13, Q 2, Page 154

The sin of pride and self sufficiency. Ch 13, Q 2, Answer

Do we ever reach a point in our sanctification where we are no longer tempted? Ch 13, Q 3, Page 155

No we can never do without Jesus as our Saviour and rely on self. Ch 13, Q 3, Answer

Our only safety is in constant distrust of self, and dependence on Christ.

When we trust simply in Christ for strength is it possible for us to sin? Ch 13, Q 4, Page 157

In the whole satanic force there is not power to overcome one soul who in simple trust casts himself on Christ. Ch 13, Q 4, Answer

What does it mean to have a knowledge of ourselves and how will this help us in our relationship with God? Ch 13, Q 5, Page 157

It is our contrition before God that allows the Holy Spirit to convict us and help us overcome sin. Ch 13, Q 5, Answer

Only what can bring us into harmony with God? Ch 13, Q 6, Page 158

Faith that works by Love which produces good works. Ch 13, Q 6, Answer

How only can a true knowledge of self be obtained? Ch 13, Q 7, Page 158

By laying our own righteousness in the dust and beholding Christ. Ch 13, Q 7, Answer

How is it that we are to be emptied of self? Ch 13, Q 8, Page 159

Christ accomplishes it for us when we consent for Him to. Ch 13, Q 8, Answer

All our good works depend upon what? Ch 13, Q 9, Page 159

A power outside ourselves, which is through Christ. Ch 13, Q 9, Answer

What will happen to us the nearer we come to Jesus? Ch 13, Q 10, Page 160

The more clearly we will discern the purity of His character and the sinfulness of sin, exalting Him and not self for our good works . Ch 13, Q 10, Answer

How and when does our repentance deepen? Ch 13, Q 11, Page 160

At every advance step in our Christian experience. Ch 13, Q 11, Answer

What should we fear most in our Christian walk with God? Ch 13, Q 12, Page 161

That your will, will not be held in subjection to Christ’s will and your own character controls your life, not His. Ch 13, Q 12, Answer

What is it we need to shun most in life? Ch 13, Q 13, Page 161

Everything that encourages pride and self-sufficiency. Ch 13, Q 13, Answer

Who does not feel the need of a living, personal union with Christ? Ch 13, Q 14, Page 162

Those who are filled with self- love and self- esteem. Ch 13, Q 14, Answer

"For every one that exalteth himself shall be abased; and he that humbleth himself shall be exalted."

What has it always been satan’s work to do? Ch 14, Q 1, Page 167-168

To accuse, deceive and destroy us the more we obey God. Ch 14, Q 1, Answer

The more we rely on Christ’s righteousness, the more satan does what? Ch 14, Q 2, Page 168

he and his angels instigate evil and then try to destroy our faith in God’s power by accusing us of our sin and weakness’s. Ch 14, Q 2, Answer

How does satan use those who do not obey God’s commandments in our lives? Ch 14, Q 3, Page 170

We have adversaries in our lives who are seemingly friends but are controlled by satan at every step. Ch 14, Q 3, Answer

If we retaliate when we are treated unjustly what will be the eventuality? Ch 14, Q 4, Page 171-172

Our peace will be spoiled and our confidence in God’s power will be destroyed. Ch 14, Q 4, Answer

Trials and difficulties should induce us to be INSTANT in prayer the INSTANT they arise

Why do we often feel that we are forsaken by God? Ch 14, Q 5, Page 172

Because we look at the trials and reproaches we suffer as God’s withdrawal from us, instead of ours from Him. Ch 14, Q 5, Answer

If we surrender our lives to His service we can never be placed in a position for which God has not made provision

What is it that we are to ask for from God that by receiving it, we will glorify His name. Ch 14, Q 6, Page 173

When we overcome sin the world watches to see if we will fail. We are to ask for Christ’s righteousness. Ch 14, Q 6, Answer

Why does the Lord permit trials and affliction to beset us in our life’s experience. Ch 14, Q 7, Page 175

That we may be cleansed from earthliness, from selfishness, from the defilement of sin, from harsh, unchristlike traits of character. Ch 14, Q 7, Answer

There is no danger that the Lord will neglect the prayers of His people. The danger is that in temptation and trial they will become discouraged, and fail to persevere in prayer.

Why is the world today so bold in it’s transgression of God’s law. Ch 14, Q 8, Page 177

Because we have taken advantage of God’s forbearance, His grace, and His mercy. Ch 14, Q 8, Answer

Why does the Lord often permit matters to come to crisis point? Ch 14, Q 9, Page 178

That when He does perform a miracle to change the course of events it is marked as His handiwork. Ch 14, Q 9, Answer

What must we do in order to be rescued from the pit of corruption and the briers of sin? Ch 15, Q 1, Page 188

We must submit in order to be ransomed from sin! Ch 15, Q 1, Answer

How does salvation come to us? Ch 15, Q 2, Page 189

Salvation comes through God seeking us, not us seeking Him. Ch 15, Q 2, Answer

We do not repent in order that God may love us, but He reveals to us His love in order that we may repent.

What is it that all of Heaven delights in more than all else? Ch 15, Q 3, Page 190

The restoration of God’s own image in one repentant soul that He created. Ch 15, Q 3, Answer

If we doubt the repentance of a known sinner whose work are we doing? Ch 15, Q 4, Page 190

It is the work of satan to place doubt upon their sincerity without good reason. Ch 15, Q 4, Answer

What work is today sadly neglected by those who profess to be Christ’s followers Ch 15, Q 5, Page 191

Every soul rescued should work in His name to rescue others who are lost. Ch 15, Q 5, Answer

Why do we not seek to rescue others that are lost more than what we do? Ch 15, Q 6, Page

The key reason is SELFISHNESS a lack of Christ’s soul touching sympathy Ch 15, Q 6, Answer

Where is our first missionary work to be? Ch 15, Q 7, Page 195

Our work is to be for the salvation of our children in the home first and foremost Ch 15, Q 7, Answer

How should we then treat those who are our brethren in Christ? Ch 15, Q 8, Page 196

We should have the same interest in them as we have for members of our own household Ch 15, Q 8, Answer

We shall then be fitted for what work? Ch 15, Q 9, Page 196

Our sympathies shall broaden and our love increase, all this shall fit us to labor for others. Ch 15, Q 9, Answer

Day by day we meet with those who take no interest in religious things; we talk with them, we visit among them; do we show an interest in their spiritual welfare? Do we present Christ to them as the sin-pardoning Saviour? 196

Communion with Christ finds us with what sort of relationship with others? Ch 15, Q 10, Page 197

We will have His love and value for others, by personal effort winning their hearts for Christ. Ch 15, Q 10, Answer

Who will help us in this work if we are willing to co-operate? Ch 15, Q 11, Page 197

Angels with all the resources of heaven will help, even with the hardest case. Ch 15, Q 11, Answer

What is the result of a self centered life? Ch 16, Q 1, Page 200-201

No matter how it may look, that life has been squandered and was a waste of time. Ch 16, Q 1, Answer

When may we come to Christ for help with our sin? Ch 16, Q 2, Page 205

Now, if you wait until you feel you are good enough to come, you never will come. Ch 16, Q 2, Answer

What does self-righteousness create in us? Ch 16, Q 3, Page 210

It creates a cold and critical heart toward brethren, misrepresenting the character of God. Ch 16, Q 3, Answer

How only may we have pity for others suffering in sin? Ch 16, Q 4, Page 210

Only when we see ourselves as sinners who have been saved in the same way they may be. Ch 16, Q 4, Answer

What one character fault stands in the way of this tender pity being manifest? Ch 16, Q 5, Answer

The SIN of SELFISHNESS Ch 16, Q 5, Answer

Why is it that people do not hear the message of reproof given? Ch 17, Q 1, Page 212

All consider themselves the favorites of heaven and that it is meant for another! Ch 17, Q 1, Answer

What is the warning of doom we must heed? Ch 17, Q 2, Page 216

The warning to be a fruit bearing tree in the Lords vineyard, using the gifts given to us. Ch 17, Q 2, Answer

What happens to the heart that does not respond to the wooing of the Holy Spirit? Ch 17, Q 3, Page 218

It becomes hardened until it is no longer impressible to His influence! Ch 17, Q 3, Answer

What must we do if we are to be saved? Ch 18, Q 1, Page 221

We must comply with the conditions. Salvation is not assured based on our assent. Ch 18, Q 1, Answer

Interest in worldly pleasures will make us what? Ch 18, Q 2, Page 228

Blind to eternal realities and selfish of heart Ch 18, Q 2, Answer

How may we bring the word of grace to everybody that crosses our path? Ch 18, Q 3, Page 229

Only by seeking them out and with personal, one on one labour Ch 18, Q 3, Answer

How are we to imitate Christ in His method of ministry? Ch 18, Q 4, Page 233

By ministering to their physical suffering we will find ways to minister to their souls Ch 18, Q 4, Answer

How should scorn and threats affect us? Ch 18, Q 5, Page 235

We are to continue to strive for their salvation with greater force, speaking the truth in love Ch 18, Q 5, Answer

How are we to be empowered to present God’s love in such a way that many will accept the gospel? Ch 18, Q 6, Page 236

By walking with Him in faith and obedience in our own lives Ch 18, Q 6, Answer

What principle is needed in order not to be lost? Ch 18, Q 7, Page 237

The love of God must be appreciated, softening and subduing the soul Ch 18, Q 7, Answer

On what grounds are we to treat others with compassion? Ch 19, Q 1, Page 245

If God so loved us, we also ought to love one another. 1 John 4:11 Ch 19, Q 1, Answer

How does forgiveness affect our obligations? Ch 19, Q 2, Page 247

Our duty is to obey even more so when forgiven, and to forgive others. Ch 19, Q 2, Answer

How are we to treat those in genuine need? Ch 19, Q 3, Page 247-248

With tenderness and compassion as we ourselves would wish to be treated. Ch 19, Q 3, Answer

What are we to do if someone has sinned against us? Ch 19, Q 4, Page 248

We are to plainly lay out their sin before them Ch 19, Q 4, Answer

What should be our reaction when apology for sin against us is made? Ch 19, Q 5, Page 249-250

We are to forgive them and not judge their authenticity. Ch 19, Q 5, Answer

What happens when we turn away from human imperfections to behold Christ? Ch 19, Q 5, Page 250-251

A divine transformation takes place upon the heart and conforms the character to His image. Ch 19, Q 5, Answer

Nothing can justify an unforgiving spirit. He who is unmerciful toward others shows that he himself is not a partaker of God's pardoning grace.

How only can we know we have found true forgiveness? Ch 19, Q 6, Page 251

In making the unmerited love of God our own it will show in our attitude toward others. Ch 19, Q 6, Answer

How only are we able to deal with a selfish heart? Ch 20, Q 1, Page 254

Through submission to Christ from the new heart of love that He gives us. Ch 20, Q 1, Answer

How is it we may perish, or be cut off from life eternal? Ch 20, Q 2, Page 259

Through selfishness or covetousness; The desire of benefit for self’s sake. Ch 20, Q 2, Answer

How are we to use the gifts that have been given us by God? Ch 21, Q 1, Page 263

For His Glory and the benefit of mankind, to bring them into the kingdom. Ch 21, Q 1, Answer

This life is the only time given to man in which to prepare for eternity.

What are the appointed agencies of mans salvation? Ch 21, Q 2, Page 265

The law and the prophets are the only means. Ch 21, Q 2, Answer

Why does God only give us as much light as we need to do the work He has given us? Ch 21, Q 3, Page 265-266

If we fail at the small task He has set us then greater light would reveal greater unfaithfulness Ch 21, Q 3, Answer

Apart from forgiveness for sin what other purpose does redemption have? Ch 21, Q 4, Page 266

To give us back the spiritual gifts lost through sin’s dwarfing power Ch 21, Q 4, Answer

How can we rob God and dishonor Him? Ch 21, Q 5, Page 266-267

By selfishly spending the gifts that He has given us upon ourselves Ch 21, Q 5, Answer

That which is highly esteemed among men is abhorrent in the sight of God

Who only are the true descendants of Abraham and thus God’s children Ch 21, Q 6, Page 268

Those who prove themselves so through their obedience to His Word Ch 21, Q 6, Answer

What is it that will stop you from serving God? Ch 21, Q 7, Page 270

The excitement of worldly pleasure, the love for display Ch 21, Q 7, Answer

What will we take to the grave and also heaven with us Ch 21, Q 8, Page 270

The character we form now is the character we will have forever Ch 21, Q 8, Answer

What happens to those who do not form their characters according to the divine similtude? Ch 21, Q 9, Page 271

By their own prideful choice a great gulf is fixed between them and the righteous Ch 21, Q 9, Answer

What must accompany your words if they are to have any value? Ch 22, Q 1, Page 272

The words are only of any merit if they are accompanied by deeds Ch 22, Q 1, Answer

What is the difference between righteousness and self righteousness? Ch 22, Q 2, Page 279

Righteousness comes from a new heart that loves God instead of a love for self Ch 22, Q 2, Answer

Do not think that because you do not manifest decided hostility to Christ you are doing Him service.

What will make us unfitted for heaven? Ch 22, Q 3, Page 280

Indolence and inactivity, a failure to learn what constitutes God’s laws Ch 22, Q 3, Answer

Any sin cherished will do what to us? Ch 22, Q 4, Page 281

Weakens the character, strengthens the habit and depraves the whole being Ch 22, Q 4, Answer

How are we able to obey God? Ch 22, Q 5, Page 283

By surrendering the will to Him we will delight to obey Him out of a heart of love Ch 22, Q 5, Answer

How does God manifest His character to the world? Ch 23, Q 1, Page 296

It is to be manifest through His people Ch 23, Q 1, Answer

What will turn people from the worship of worldly things? Ch 23, Q 2, Page 299

Beholding something infinitely better in our lives Ch 23, Q 2, Answer

Far more than we do, we need to speak of the precious chapters in our experience

If Christ is our personal Saviour how will that change us? Ch 23, Q 3, Page 301

The truth of the gospel and its saving power will be seen in our lives Ch 23, Q 3, Answer

Does having membership in the church guarantee you a place in heaven? Ch 23, Q 4, Page 304

Many are under the rule of satan even though they profess to be christians Ch 23, Q 4, Answer

How does not keeping God’s law stop us from receiving His blessings? Ch 23, Q 5, Page 305

Because His law is His character, it is what His kingdom consists of Ch 23, Q 5, Answer

In the spiritual as in the natural world, obedience to the word of God is a condition of fruit bearing

What is imparted to all that is represented by the wedding garment? Ch 24, Q 1, Page 310

Christ’s pure, spotless, holy character is imparted to all who receive it by faith Ch 24, Q 1, Answer

How did Christ achieve a perfect character? Ch 24, Q 2, Page 311

In the same humanity as we have; by looking to the Father through the Spirit as we may Ch 24, Q 2, Answer

How is it possible that we may do the same as Christ did and even more? Ch 24, Q 3, Page 312

We are able to obey fully when we submit fully; our heart, will and mind are united to His Ch 24, Q 3, Answer

Righteousness is right doing, and it is by their deeds that all will be judged.

Our characters are revealed by what we do. The works show whether the faith is genuine.

How can we believe the truth of salvation only through Christ and yet be lost? Ch 24, Q 4, Page 312

By not abiding in Him and not revealing Him in us through works of righteousness Ch 24, Q 4, Answer

How may we be in harmony with the standard of God’s righteous character? Ch 24, Q 5, Page 314

By becoming a partaker of the divine nature we take on Christ’s characteristics Ch 24, Q 5, Answer

The whole character must be stamped with the divine utterances. Every jot and tittle of the word of God is to be brought into the daily practice.

What did Christ prove when He came to earth as a man? Ch 24, Q 6, Page 314

That humanity and divinity combined can achieve the same perfect obedience He did Ch 24, Q 6, Answer

What requirement of God is incumbent upon us? Ch 24, Q 7, Page 315

To have the same character as Him, to have His perfection Ch 24, Q 7, Answer

What do many profess and claim today but they will never have? Ch 24, Q 8, Page 315

They profess to have salvation and attempt to claim God’s promises with no transformation of character Ch 24, Q 8, Answer

Many who call themselves Christians are mere human moralists.

How is it that the church has “gone over to the world” rather than the other way around? Ch 24, Q 9, Page 316

Through transgression of God’s law His church has become converted to the world Ch 24, Q 9, Answer

The righteousness of Christ will not cover one cherished sin.

How is it that one may appear by their actions to be a christian but in actuality is not one? Ch 24, Q 10, Page 316

God sees the heart of man and his motives, not the outward show Ch 24, Q 10, Answer

What do many who profess that God is love forget? Ch 24, Q 11, Page 316

That the love of God does not lead Him to excuse or overlook one sin Ch 24, Q 11, Answer

If we do not attain to Christ’s righteousness what do we lose? Ch 24, Q 12, Page 317

We lose the right to be called His children; our salvation Ch 24, Q 12, Answer

Does Christ perfect our character when He returns? Ch 24, Q 13, Page 319

In this life we put on the robe of Christ's righteousness; This is our only opportunity to form perfect characters Ch 24, Q 13, Answer

What should be the main focus and object of our life on this earth? Ch 25, Q 1, Page 326

Our Lord teaches that the true object of life is ministering to others Ch 25, Q 1, Answer

What does ministering to others do for us? Ch 25, Q 2, Page 326

It brings us into closer connection and relationship with Christ Ch 25, Q 2, Answer

The gifts are already ours in Christ, but their actual possession depends upon our reception of the Spirit of God.

What is needed more than anything else in winning souls for Christ? Ch 25, Q 3, Page 328

Without the presence of the Spirit of God no heart can be won for Christ Ch 25, Q 3, Answer

What is our main obligation to God in this life? Ch 25, Q 4, Page 329-330

To daily grow in capability, usefulness and perfection Ch 25, Q 4, Answer

How does God see imperfection of character? Ch 25, Q 5, Page 330

God sees it as SIN Ch 25, Q 5, Answer

What kind of education will go on to eternal life? Ch 25, Q 6, Page 330

Training of the physical, mental and moral; body, mind and soul Ch 25, Q 6, Answer

How do we know how we are to work for the Lord in this world? Ch 25, Q 7, Page 331

Because Christ has given us the example in His suffering for the glory of God Ch 25, Q 7, Answer

Is a perfect, noble and Christlike character inherited? Ch 25, Q 8, Page 331

No, it is only obtained by individual effort and through the merits and grace of Christ Ch 25, Q 8, Answer

Are there any who cannot obtain Christlike perfect characters? Ch 25, Q 9, Page 331

If we do not it is by our own choice and we will fail to see eternal life Ch 25, Q 9, Answer

We accomplish little because we attempt little and the standard we set is the one we will reach

How, in this light, are we to view our mistakes? Ch 25, Q 10, Page 332

As warnings and if we learn by them we will gain stronger characters and future victories Ch 25, Q 10, Answer

What happens to our will when we cooperate with God? Ch 25, Q 11, Page 333

Our will becomes omnipotent and All His biddings are enablings Ch 25, Q 11, Answer

What more do we need to develop than Christ’s character? Ch 25, Q 12, Page 333

We need to train to be more intelligent than unbelievers Ch 25, Q 12, Answer

What do we need to do with our intelligence? Ch 25, Q 13, Page 333

We will need to be able to present the truth eloquently to the highest earthly authorities Ch 25, Q 13, Answer

Apart from book training what else do we need to have in a well rounded education? Ch 25, Q 14, Page 334

We need practical experience in manual labour to enable us to lead others Ch 25, Q 14, Answer

What must be practiced by everyone working for God? Ch 25, Q 15, Page 335

Self discipline will accomplish more than the highest education without self control Ch 25, Q 15, Answer

LET THE MIND BE TRAINED AND DISCIPLINED TO WRESTLE WITH HARD PROBLEMS IN THE SEARCH FOR DIVINE TRUTH

Which of God’s gifts should we make an effort to train and cultivate more than we do? Ch 25, Q 16, Page 335

The gift of the power of speech is greatly neglected in it’s proper use Ch 25, Q 16, Answer

How are we to present Christ to every person we meet? Ch 25, Q 17, Page 336

We are to present the word of God in such a way that will commend it to the hearers Ch 25, Q 17, Answer

If we speak the truth in love what effect can it have on the hearers? Ch 25, Q 18, Page 337

Our words will reform and not exasperate Ch 25, Q 18, Answer

What do we need to do more of today than we currently do? Ch 25, Q 19, Page 338

We need to share the precious chapters of our experience; our testimonies Ch 25, Q 19, Answer

How often should we tell others of what Christ has done for us? Ch 25, Q 20, Page 338-339

We need to use every opportunity, wherever we are and whatever we are doing Ch 25, Q 20, Answer

What is the best way available to every christian to win souls for Christ? Ch 25, Q 21, Page 340

Character is power; revealing Christ in us best facilitates in the salvation of souls Ch 25, Q 21, Answer

What is it that makes the church today weak? Ch 25, Q 22, Page 341

Jealousy, suspicion, discontent, accusing and criticism weaken God’s church Ch 25, Q 22, Answer

How do we know we are cooperating with God and making the most of the time left? Ch 25, Q 23, Page 342

A visible transformation of character takes place in our lives Ch 25, Q 23, Answer

It is the duty of every Christian to acquire habits of order, thoroughness, and dispatch. There is no excuse for slow bungling at work

What stops us from doing that which we know is right? Ch 25, Q 24, Page 346

Anything we do that lessens our physical strength disables us from choosing right from wrong Ch 25, Q 24, Answer

Transgression of physical law is Transgression of the moral law

How do we do we change our wrong habits? Ch 25, Q 25, Page 348

By bringing them under the control of our mind, not emotion; and that under Gods control Ch 25, Q 25, Answer

What is to be our motive in all that we do? Ch 25, Q 26, Page 350

All we do is to be to the glory of God, and our motive is only to be because we love Him Ch 25, Q 26, Answer

How do we gain divine assistance to overcome sin? Ch 25, Q 27, Page 354

By humbly responding to His call on our lives Ch 25, Q 27, Answer

How does God’s word become clearer to us? Ch 25, Q 28, Page 354

The more we explain it to others, the better we will know it ourselves Ch 25, Q 28, Answer

How does a Christlike character; love for our fellow man, become our instinct? Ch 25, Q 29, Page 355

The more we behold Jesus as our role model, the more we grow into His likeness Ch 25, Q 29, Answer

Actions repeated form habits, habits form character, and by the character our destiny for time and for eternity is decided.

What are we if we are not working with Christ in the salvation of souls? Ch 25, Q 30, Page 358

We are disloyal and we are breaking our covenant with Him. Ch 25, Q 30, Answer

How may we neglect our own souls salvation and ultimately lose heaven? Ch 25, Q 31, Page 359

It is a sin to be Forgetful and form negligent habits Ch 25, Q 31, Answer

THE GREATEST QUALIFICATION FOR ANY MAN TO OBEY IMPLICITLY THE WORD OF THE LORD

True sanctification has what qualities? Ch 25, Q 32, Page 360

Cheerful performance of daily duties in Perfect obedience to God’s will Ch 25, Q 32, Answer

WHAT WE SHALL BE IN HEAVEN IS THE REFLECTION OF WHAT WE ARE NOW IN CHARACTER

If we will cooperate with God what will we never see? Ch 25, Q 33, Page 363

We will never see failure and we should never expect it Ch 25, Q 33, Answer

If we do not work for Christ while in this world what will happen to us? Ch 25, Q 34, Page 365

We will be judged as worthy of the same death as the wicked Ch 25, Q 34, Answer

FRIENDS BY THE MAMMON OF UNRIGHTEOUS-NESS

How do we badly use the gifts that God has given us? Ch 26, Q 1, Page 369

We use them for our own glory instead of His! Ch 26, Q 1, Answer

ALL HIS GIFTS ARE TO BE USED IN BLESSING HUMANITY

If we rightly use the means given us, what will happen? Ch 26, Q 2, Page 373

We will be used to win souls for Christ Ch 26, Q 2, Answer

Why should we not be absorbed in temporal matters? Ch 26, Q 3, Page 373

God desires that we show others the light He has shown to us Ch 26, Q 3, Answer

So… who is our neighbour? Ch 27, Q 1, Page 376

Anyone who needs our help and the light we have Ch 27, Q 1, Answer

How only are we able to keep the law of God? Ch 27, Q 2, Page 378

By accepting the virtue and grace of Christ Ch 27, Q 2, Answer

What is one of the hardest examples we have to follow? Ch 27, Q 3, Page 382

Praying for and loving our enemies Ch 27, Q 3, Answer

THE MERE PROFESSION OF RELIGION ABOUNDS BUT IT HAS LITTLE WEIGHT

What will benefit the world more than our profession? Ch 27, Q 4, Page 383

A right example in the practise our lives, devoid of all selfishness Ch 27, Q 4, Answer

What is the true Gospel? Ch 27, Q 5, Page 384

The implanting of the nature of Christ in the life revealed in the character Ch 27, Q 5, Answer

How do we know when we are truly Christians? Ch 27, Q 6, Page 384

When it is automatic for us to help and bless others forth Ch 27, Q 6, Answer

How is it we are best able to help others in their need Ch 27, Q 7, Page 387-388

By a good knowledge of our own weakness’s Ch 27, Q 7, Answer

How only are we able to overcome our lower nature? Ch 27, Q 8, Page 388

Only by constant, personal contact and fellowship with Christ Ch 27, Q 8, Answer

Why are we permitted calamity and suffering? Ch 27, Q 9, Page 388-389

That we may learn Christ’s unselfish character of love, tenderness and compassion Ch 27, Q 9, Answer

How do we know when we have the character of God? Ch 28, Q 1, Page 391

When His law is the spring of our every action Ch 28, Q 1, Answer

THE LOVER OF SELF IS A TRANSGRESSOR OF THE LAW

What is of more value to God than the actual work done for Him? Ch 28, Q 2, Page 397

The spirit in which it is done and the motivation Ch 28, Q 2, Answer

What should that motive be? Ch 28, Q 3, Page 399

Love for God and our fellow man Ch 28, Q 3, Answer

THE LAST SHALL BE FIRST, AND THE FIRST LAST

What place does boasting have in our lives? Ch 28, Q 4, Page 401

All glory and boasting should be of how God enabled our good actions Ch 28, Q 4, Answer

HE WHO POSSESSES LOVE COMPARES ONLY THE LOVELINESS OF CHRIST AND HIS OWN IMPERFECT CHARACTER

What will happen if we are proud and self sufficient? Ch 28, Q 5, Page 402

We will not obtain the grace of God and the work we do will be lacking Ch 28, Q 5, Answer

Who will never obtain eternal life in heaven with Jesus Ch 28, Q 6, Page 404

Those who exalt self rather than lifting up Jesus Ch 28, Q 6, Answer

Can we know the truth and yet not be changed by it? Ch 29, Q 1, Page 410-411

Unless the Spirit of God shows us the truth it will be mere theory and our character will remain unchanged Ch 29, Q 1, Answer

What class of people do the foolish virgins represent? Ch 29, Q 2, Page 411

A class that is unconverted in heart by the Spirit of God even though associated with it Ch 29, Q 2, Answer

IT IS IN A CRISIS THAT CHARACTER IS REVEALED

How are we enabled to have the character of God? Ch 29, Q 3, Page 414

By implanting the principles of His Word in our hearts and allowing the Holy Spirit to transform us to His image Ch 29, Q 3, Answer

How is this manifest in the life? Ch 29, Q 4, Page 416

Good Works, Words of Truth, Deeds of Holiness, motivated by a love for God and what He has done for them Ch 29, Q 4, Answer

PRACTICAL WORK WILL HAVE FAR MORE INFLUENCE THAN MERE SERMONIZING

How are we able to impart light to others? Ch 29, Q 5, Page 419

Through the love of God transferred to us through faith, which all who are willing, may receive Ch 29, Q 5, Answer

Apart from forgiveness from sin, what else does Christ represent to us? Ch 29, Q 6, Page 419-420

The power to overcome all sin, replacing it with perfect peace, love and the assurance of His character Ch 29, Q 6, Answer

How will others know that we have the salvation they need & want? Ch 29, Q 7, Page 421

They will see the face of Jesus Christ reflected in ours, our character will reveal Him to them Ch 29, Q 7, Answer

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