Explorations Class #12

Witnessing, Part 1

As we complete the study of the Roman Catholic Church, it is time to consider the importance of the material we have studied for our task as witnesses. We have seen a number of RCC dogmas which have been shown to be in error. Let us begin by examining one of Paul's attempts to correct error.

1. What error was Paul attempting to correct? (Acts 17:16)

2. Who met with Paul at the Areopagus, and what was their intention in talking with him? (Acts 17:18-21)

3. What was their response to Paul's declaration of the true God? (Acts 17:32) What was Paul's response?

4. Was there any benefit to the exercise? (Acts 17:34)

5. Later, Paul refocused his approach. What was his resolve? (1 Cor 2:1-2)

6. What is the objective of all Christians? (Matt 21:31; 13:43)

7. Is there an essential step in achieving this objective? (John 14:6)

***** This is the key question in all witnessing to those who believe in doctrines contrary to the Bible.*****

8. Will a false Jesus reveal the true Father?

9. What are the consequences of belief in a false Jesus? (Matt 10:32-33)

At this point we must consider the what the Bible tells us about Jesus. If we know the truth about Jesus, then we will be able to communicate it to others.

10. Who is Jesus? (John 20:28, Heb 1:8)

11. What is His function? (1 Tim 2:5, Heb 4:14-16; 7:25)

12. How is He qualified to perform this function? (1 Tim 2:5-6, Heb 9:12, 28)

13. How do we request Jesus' help? (Acts 7:59, John14:13-14)

14. Do we require the assistance of anyone else? (1 Tim 2:5, Heb 4:14-16)

15. How effective is Jesus' service to us? (1 John 1:9, Heb 7:25; 8:12; 9:12)

16. What is required of us? (Acts 16:31, 1 John 1:9, James 2:17-18, 26)

17. If we fulfill our duty, what will be the outcome? (Rom 8:35-39, 1 Cor 15:51-57, Rev 3:5)