Lesson 1: Even ______________________ __________ won't get you into heaven (Matt 7:21-22; Rom 10:1-3; 1 John 2:9; Eph 2:8-9).
Lesson 2: The question is: "Does the Lord ________ ______?" (Matt 7:23a cf. Gal 4:9).
Lesson 3: Lack of ____________________ keeps you out of heaven (Matt 7:23b; 2 Tim 2:19).
Lesson 4: ______________ ________________ to see whether you are in the faith (2 Cor 13:5; 1 Pet 1:6-9).
First Five Tests: Have I experienced godly sorrow that produces repentance? Has my repentance produced fruit? Has my faith persevered through trials? Is my life characterized by obedience? Do I practice sinning?
Family Worship Guide Memory Verses: Acts 4:11-12
Day 1: Read Matthew 7:21-23 & discuss: What reveals the 'sincerity' of those standing before Christ in verses 21 & 22? Why do you think (ie what is implied in Scripture) people will urgently try to convince Jesus that they are true Christians? What does this reveal about them - that is - what are they counting on as the reason they think they are saved?
Day 2: Read Matthew 7:21-23 & discuss: Are works important? Why? Why not? What other Scripture can you bring to bear on this question? What is salvation based on - works or something else? Whose works do matter in regards to our salvation?
Day 3: Read Matthew 7:21-23 & discuss: What can keep you out of heaven? Why is repentance hard? What does a lack of repentance reveal about a person? In which one of five tests of salvation mentioned at the end of the sermon do you most desire to grow?
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Scott LaPierre is the teaching pastor at Woodland Christian Church in Woodland, WA, an author, and conference speaker. He holds an MA in Biblical Studies from Liberty University. Scott and his wife, Katie, have nine children and they are passionate homeschooling advocates. Scott...
