Creating Your Legacy in Christ course presentation. Free textbook and lesson plans for this course available for download here: http://edifythebody.org/curriculums/

1. Creating Your Legacy in Christ
T. Register
Having an Impact On Generations to Come

2. Part I: Covenant

3. 10 mins
Introduction
30 mins
Lecture
20 mins
Group Discussion
20 mins
Activity
10 mins
Closing

4. Covenant
● The Holy Trinity
Scripture References: Psalm 78:4, Matthew 6:20-21, Genesis 1:1, Romans 8:34,
Acts 2:38, Acts 10:45, Acts 11:17, Lam. 3:22, 1 Corinthians 13:8
● Salvation as Covenant
● Purpose of Covenant
● Importance of Covenant

5. Difference between a Contractual and
Covenant Marriage
I take thee for me. I give myself to thee.
You had better do it! How may I serve you?
What do I get? What can I give?
I’ll meet you halfway. I’ll give you 100% plus.
I have to I want to
Contract Covenant

6. What Elements
Make up a
Covenant Marriage?
● Faithfulness
● Responsibility
● Freedom
● Actions
● Nurture
● Commitment

7. Group Discussion
Steps to check for student understanding
1. When you think of your relationship with Jesus, would you consider it to
be based on contractual obligations or covenantal commitments?

8. Activity
Covenant or Contract
Consider the examples below. Determine if they would be considered an example of a Contract
of Covenant arrangement in your life:
1. Praying for Others
2. Paying Bills
3. Walking the Dog
4. Cooking Breakfast
5. Spending Money
6. Attending Church
7. Celebrating Anniversary
8. Staying Fit
9. Reading the Bible
10. Serving at Church

9. Part II: Intimacy

10. 10 mins
Introduction
30 mins
Lecture
20 mins
Group Discussion
20 mins
Activity
10 mins
Closing

11. Intimacy
● Take On His Likeness
Scripture References: John 17:20-25, Jeremiah 1:5, 1 Corinthians 13:9,
Hebrews 10:25, Joshua 24:14-15, Deuteronomy 6:6-9, Galatians 5:22-23
● Revelation of Identity & Purpose
● Lifestyle Changes
● Consecration
● Fruits of The Spirit

12. Your life’s purpose will include all of these
characteristics….
Life Purpose
Glorifies God & Promotes
Spiritual Maturity
(1 Corinthians 10:31)
Creates A Legacy
(Proverbs 13:22, Psalm 78:4)
Helps Others
(Hebrews 13:16, Matthew 10:8)
Impacts and Improves Your
Community, Society, or the
World
(Matthew 28:19, Revelation 22:2)
Abilities, Gifts,
Talents and Skills
(Exodus 35:10, James 1:7,
Proverbs 22:29, Ephesians 2:10)
Passion/Zeal
(Colossians 1:29,
Ecclesiastes 9:10, 2 Timothy 1:6)
Set Goals and
Standards
(Habakkuk 2:2)
Peace, Hope, and a
Final outcome
(Jeremiah 29:11, Phillipians 4:7,
Romans 14:17)

13. Growing In Intimacy: Spending Time with God
Meditate Pray
Worship
Praise Hear Read
Write Ponder Marvel
Commune Memorize

14. Group Discussion
Steps to check for student understanding
1. In what areas are you lacking intimacy with Christ?
2. How does the biblical concept of life purpose change how you view your
current priorities in life?
3. In what areas of your Christian walk are you in need of lifestyle changes or
deliverance?

15. Part III:
Conception &
Implantation

16. 10 mins
Introduction
30 mins
Lecture
20 mins
Group Discussion
20 mins
Activity
10 mins
Closing

17. Conception &
Implantation
● Conception: The Call
Scripture References: John 15:16, 2 Timothy 4:1-22, Genesis 1:28, Nehemiah 1:1
● Implantation
● Symptoms of Implantation

18. Signs of what you are Carrying

19. Activity
Identifying Your Sphere(s). Here are some questions to consider when pondering your specific
assignment and what spheres of influence you are called to:
1. What keeps you up at night?
2. What idea(s) do you have?
3. What breaks your heart about the world around you?
4. What crosses your mind at least once every day?
5. What do you find yourself complaining about?
6. What frustrates you?
7. What is something that you wish you could change?
8. What Bible character(s) do you most identify with?
9. Not including Job,Family,Friends, and Finances, where are most of your prayers directed
towards?

20. Part IV: Travail

21. 10 mins
Introduction
30 mins
Lecture
20 mins
Group Discussion
20 mins
Activity
10 mins
Closing

22. Burden
● Responses to A God placed
Burden
Scripture References: Nehemiah 1:5-11, 1 Corinthians 9:27, Mark 10:51, Mark 11:24,
Matthew 6:9
● Responses from Your Knees

23. Travail
● Travail in Scripture
Scripture References: Galatians 4:19, Micah 4:9-10, Numbers 20:2-13
● Signs You Are In Labor
● Pushing Under Pressure
● Pressing Into Promise
● Spiritual Warfare

24. Group Discussion
Steps to check for student understanding
1. How can we ensure that we do not fall into the temptation of sin or
disobedience during our time of travail?

25. Part V: Birth

26. 10 mins
Introduction
30 mins
Lecture
20 mins
Group Discussion
20 mins
Activity
10 mins
Closing

27. After Birth
● Release
Scripture References:Deuteronomy 6:5-7
● Nurturing Your Newborn
● Laying the Foundation
● Training Leaders
● Adjusting Time & Priorities

28. Activity
View the attached chart. Rate yourself according to the categories
listed.
We should be completing all of these priorities on a weekly basis.

29. Activity

30. Part VI:
Adolescence

31. 10 mins
Introduction
30 mins
Lecture
20 mins
Group Discussion
20 mins
Activity
10 mins
Closing

32. Adolescence
● Training
Scripture References: 2 Peter 1:12-15, 2 Timothy 2:2
● Mentoring
● Resources
● Growing Pains

34. Activity
Identifying/Finding Your Mentor(s) and Your Mentee(s)
How to Identify the Type of Mentor You Need
● Identify 3 areas that are your primary weaknesses, 3 areas of interest, and 3 areas
where you need skill-building.
How to Identify the Type of Mentee You Need
● Identify 3 areas that are your primary strengths, 3 areas where you have already
mastered skills, and 3 spheres of influence you are called to.
List three prospective Mentors and Mentees

35. Part VII: Maturity

36. 10 mins
Introduction
30 mins
Lecture
20 mins
Group Discussion
20 mins
Activity
10 mins
Closing

37. Maturity
● Passing The Baton
● Transitioning Leadership
● Self-Sufficiency

38. Group Discussion
Steps to check for student understanding
1. Why do you think some leaders have a difficult time “passing the baton”
to others?
2. Why do you think some leaders lack preparation when the baton is
passed to them?
3. What are some of the biggest issues that you often see when there is a
transition in leadership in any arena or sphere of influence?

39. Part VIII: Legacy

40. 10 mins
Introduction
30 mins
Lecture
20 mins
Group Discussion
20 mins
Activity
10 mins
Closing

41. Legacy
● Legacy in Everyday Life
Scripture References: Joshua 4:21-22, 1 Kings 2:1-4, 2 Timothy 4:6-8,
Psalm 145:4, Acts 20:13-37, 1 Corinthians 4:16-17
● Paul’s Farewell the Ephesian Elders
● Protecting Your Legacy

42. Group Discussion
Steps to check for student understanding
1. How is legacy portrayed in your everyday life?
2. How is your Christian lifestyle important to your legacy?
3. How will you help protect your legacy?