God and Life Revised Curriculum

Release date: December 2004

The revised curriculum for God and Life has the same basic outline as the current program. It is based on the life of the Apostle Paul as recorded in Acts 9:1-31. This is a brief account that describes how Paul encountered Christ and was changed forever. Five chronological "events" out of this story will be highlighted and used as the focus for the five different sections in this program. Each section will illustrate a key element in learning how to live one's life for Christ:

1. Before his conversion, Paul persecuted Christians.
Theme: God calls all kinds of people.
2. Paul was helped by Ananias and Barnabas.
Theme: God doesn't expect us to do it on our own.
3. Paul was baptized and filled with the Holy Spirit. Theme: Each of us must make a personal response to the call of God.
4. Paul led a difficult life: many people wanted him dead.
Theme: God gives strength to face adversities.
5. Because of Paul, the church was strengthened and it grew in numbers.
Theme: God can accomplish great things through those who are willing to do God's will.

 

The new curriculum will enhance the Bible study portion. Each lesson includes the following topics:

·        More About Paul – Students will study Paul in depth and learn how God was active in and through his life.

·        Other Men and Women in the Bible - Students will study the lives of men and women in the Bible who have had experiences similar to Paul’s and discover what their lives teach them about God.

·        What About You – Students will apply the Bible lessons to their lives and be challenged to find ways to integrate their faith into their daily living.

·        Service Project – Students will choose or design a project that will help put into action what they have just learned

The new God and Life Counselor Manual will include sample lesson plans with opening activities, discussion helps, and additional resources for class settings.