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PERSONAL BIBLE STUDY GUIDES

1—HOPE FOR THE FUTURE

God can tell the future. Isa. 46:9, 10

Nothing to fear. Jn. 16:33, Ps. 34:4
He will lead us. Ps. 31:3, Isa. 65:24
God controls our circumstances. Dan. 4:35
He can bring good out of negative experiences. Rom. 8:25, Ps. 103:19
God will meet our needs. Rom. 8:31, Phil. 4:13
God is always with us. Rom. 8:35-39, Ps. 23, Matt. 18:19, 20
God loves us with eternal love. I Jn. 4:7, 8, Jn. 3:16, Jer. 31:3
He will not cast you out. Jn. 6:37, Jer. 33:3
Promise of hope for the future. Ps. 119:1-16, Isa. 41:10, 13
A bright future. Jn. 14:1-3
How to secure my life for the future?

A. God’s Part—Jn. 3:16, 17, Rom. 5:8, I Cor. 15:23

B. Our Part—1 Jn. 5:11-13, Rev. 3:20, 2:17

3—JUSTIFICATION

Blood-shedding necessary. Heb. 9:22
Christ’s blood was shed. 1 Jn. 1:7
Freedom from punishment. Rom. 6:23
No condemnation. Rom. 8:1, 33, 44
At peace with God. Rom. 5:1, Eph. 2:14
Christ our righteousness. 1 Cor. 1:30, Rom. 3:24, 25
Justification—Christ's gift. Rom. 3:24, Titus 3: 5-7
Parable of the Wedding Garment. Matt. 22:1-14
Filthy garment changed. Zech. 3:4
Fruit of righteousness displayed. Phil. 1:11, 1 Jn. 3:7

11. Fruit of Holy Spirit displayed. Gal. 5:22

12. Loving obedience displayed. Jn. 14:15, James 2:17-26

13. Loves God’s words. Ps. 119:11

14. Complete forgiveness by Grace. Eph. 1:7

2—THE WORD OF GOD

Written by men moved by the Holy Spirit and inspired by God. 2 Pet. 1:21; 2 Tim 3:16
Called the Book of the Lord. Isa. 34:16
Centers on Jesus, the way, truth & life. John 14:6
For doctrinal guidance. 2 Tim. 3:16
Make one wise unto salvation. 2 Tim. 3:15
Compare Scripture with Scripture. Isa. 28:9, 10
Bible study is sweet. Ps. 19:9, 10
Sharper than two-edged sword. Heb. 4:12
Bible truths are certain. Prov. 22:20, 21
It gives true light of truth. Ps. 119.130
It keeps from sin. Ps. 119:11
It guides to the right path. Ps. 119:105

13. It builds unto sanctification. Acts 20:32

a. Bible gives much hope. Rom. 15:4

b. For true joy. John 15:11; Jer.15:16

c. For eternal life. Jn. 5:39

4—SANCTIFICATION

God’s will for all—1 Thess. 4:3
No holiness, no salvation—Heb. 12:14
Prayer for sanctification—Jn. 17:17-19
Body, soul, spirit, sanctified— 1 Thess. 5:23
Christ our sanctification—1 Cor. 1:30, Acts 26:18
Results of holy life—Rom. 12:12, Phil. 1:6
Time with God’s Word—Jn. 15:3, 2 Cor. 3:18
Time in prayer—1 Thess. 5:17, James 5:6
Obedience to God’s will—1 Pet.1:22, 23; Jn. 14:15
Newness of life—Rom. 6:4, Col. 3:5-10
Power for sanctified life—Ps. 51:10, Jn. 3:3, 6
Grace leads to good works—Eph. 2:8-10
Sanctified by truth—Jn. 17:17
A sanctified heaven—Rev.7:11-17

5—JESUS COMES AGAIN

He promised to return. Jn. 14:1-3
Angels promised His return. Acts 1:10-11
Christ's coming will be:

A. Visible. Rev. 1:7, Matt. 24:30

B. Audible, 1 Thess. 4:16

C. Personally. Acts 1:10, 11

D. Unexpectedly. Matt. 24:35, 37

E. Triumphantly.

Purpose for coming back:

A. To claim His people. Jn. 14:1-3

B. To give perfect bodies. Phil.3:20, 21

C. To put end to sin. 2 Thess. 1:7-10

5. How to be ready. Rev. 7:13-17—Robe of Christ

6. Pure life of Christ on us. 1 Jn. 3:1-4

7. Christ will reward each one accordingly. Rev. 22.12

8. Christ will come, evil will be purged

and righteousness lives eternally. Matt. 13:37-43

6—JESUS’ COMING IS NEAR

There shall be signs. Luke 21:25-27
Visible signs in the heavens: sun, moon, darkness. Matt. 24:29
Other signs:

A. Wars. Matt. 24:6, 7

B. Increase of knowledge. Dan. 12:4

C. Amassing of wealth. James 5:1-4

D. Famines, pestilences, earthquakes. Matt.: 24:9

E. Sins in society. 2 Tim. 3:1-5

F. Lack of faith and love. Luke 18:8

G. False Christ's and prophets. Matt. 24:4-11, 24

H. Worldwide gospel proclamation. Matt. 24:14

Be ready having oil of the Spirit. Matt. 25:10, 13
Be ready having life of service. Matt. 25:31-46
Those ready will say: “Lo, this is our God...” Isa.25:9

7—THOUSAND YEARS OF PEACE

Begins when Christ comes:

A. Righteous dead resurrected. 1 Thess. 4:18

B. Righteous taken to heaven. 1 Thess. 4:17; Jn. 14:3

C. Righteous judge and reign. Rev. 20:4

Wicked will remain dead on earth. Rev. 20:5

A. Satan will be alone on earth for 1,000 years. Rev. 20.1-3

After 1,000 years Holy City and saints descend.. Rev. 21:10

A. Satan loosed and again tempts the wicked. Rev. 20:3, 7

B. Satan and wicked attack the City. Rev. 20:8, 9

C. Satan and wicked burned. Rev. 20:9

Earth made new. 2 Pet. 3:13
Righteous will reign 2 Pet. 3:13
How may we be saved?
Love Christ and keep His commandments. Jn. 14::15

8—LIFE OF OBEDIENCE

Christ's relationship with His Father.

A. They were one. Jn. 10:20

B. Son did nothing by Himself. Jn. 5:19-30

C. Fellowship through prayer. Luke 22:39-46

D. Result? Kept His Father’s Commandments. Jn. 15:10

Christ's obedience may be ours. Rom. 5:19; 8:3, 4
Constrained to obey by Christ's love. 2 Cor. 5:14

A. We keep commandments by love to Christ. Jn. 14:15

Commandment keeping—result of love. Ex. 20:3-17
Not a means but a result of salvation.Eph.2:8
Daily behold God’s love. 2Cor. 3:18
Empowered by Holy spirit to obey. Rom. 5:5
Christ is our righteousness. 1Cor. 1:30
Loving Christ and obedience means salvation. Rev. 22:14

9--JESUS KEPT FATHER'S COMMANDMENTS

Jesus fulfilled the law for us. Rom.8:3, 4
Christ delighted to keep God’s law. Ps. 40:7
Come to fulfill the law. Matt. 5:17, 18
God’s law divided in two parts:

A. Love to God. Matt. 22:37, 38; Ex. 20:3-11

B. Love to men. Matt. 22:39, 40; Ex. 20:12-17

Result of love to Christ's obj. Jn.14:15; 1 Jn. 5:3
God’s covenant—Write law in us. Heb. 8:7-10
God’s Ten Commandments. Ex. 20:3-17
Blessed are keepers of law by love. Rev. 22:14
They “shall prosper” Ps. 1:1-3
Experience peace and righteousness. Isa. 48:18
Holy spirit empowers us to obey. Phil. 2:12- 14
The obedience of faith. Rom. 1:5
Jesus our example. 1 Pet. 2:21

10—SABBATH-OBSERVING GRACE

All things created by God. Ps.20:6, 9; Gen. 1:1-28
Man created on sixth day. Gen 1:26-28
God rested on the seventh day. Gen 2:1-3
God asked men to keep Sabbath day Holy. Ex. 20:8-11
For what purpose is Sabbath giving?

A. To remind man that God’s our Creator. Ex. 20:8-11

B. To remind man that God is the true God. Jer. 10:10-12

Sabbath keeping is for sanctification. Ezek. 20:12
Blessings are ours when we delight in the Sabbath. Isa. 58:13

11—FIRST DAY BIBLE TEXTS

Matt. 28:1—Sabbath is before first day.
Mark 16:1, 2—Sabbath past before first day.
Mark 16:9—No mention of day of rest.
Luke 24:1—No mention of day of rest.
John 20:1—No mention of day of rest.
John 20:19—Disciples gathered for fear of the Jews. The disciples did not yet believe Christ resurrected. Mark 16:11-13
Acts 20:7-8—This was a Saturday night meeting.
1 Cor. 16:1, 2—Each lay by him offering, so no gathering.
“The Lord’s Day” in Rev. 1:10
Is the 7th day, Sabbath. Ex. 20:10.

12—SEAL-QUALIFYING GRACE

God’s people sealed. Rev. 7:1-14
God’s seal found in the law. Isa. 8:16
Three basic essences of a seal are found in Ex.20:8-11

A. Name—Jehovah-God

B. Office—Creator

C. Territory—Heaven and earth

4. Sabbath observance—a seal or sign that:

A. God is our God. Ex. 20:20

B. God is our Sanctification. Ezek. 20:12.

C. We love Jesus. Jn. 14:15

5. Christ's righteousness in us qualifies us

to be sealed and saved. Rev. 7:9, 13, 14.

13—PRAYING IN CHRIST'S NAME

Contrite and humble spirit needed. Isa. 57:15; Ps. 10:17
Make known our requests by prayer. Phil. 2:12, 13
God gives power to us to will and to do. Phil. 2:12, 13
Without ceasing. Luke 21:36; 1 Thess. 5:17
In Christ's meritorious name. Jn. 14:13, 14; 16:23; 1Tim.2:5
Old Testament versus to New Testament. Heb. 9:13, 14, 26
Forgiveness when we pray. Rom 8:1; Isa. 1:18; Rom. 5:19-20
God is willing to answer prayer. Matt. 7:16
God is able to answer. Eph. 3:20; Phil. 4:19
Unwavering faith needed. James 1:6, 7; Mark 11:24
God can supply all needs. Phil. 4:9
Pray for power. Acts 1:7. 14

14—HEALTHFUL LIVING

God’s wish for His children. 3 John 2
Glorify God in all things we do. 1 Cor. 10:31
Our body is temple of Holy Spirit. 1Cor. 3:16
Body destroyers: alcohol, tobacco, drugs, coffee, tea, marijuana, lack of sleep
Original diet: fruits, nuts, grains, and vegetables.
List of forbidden animals to eat. Lev. 11; Deut. 14
Rules for good health: pure air, sunlight, moderate rest and exercise, water, proper diet, trust in divine power.
God’s call to His children. 2 cor. 6:17
Empowered to live healthfully. Phil. 1:13; 2 Cor. 12:9
So all can prosper. 1 Jn. 2

15—HIGH MORAL STANDARDS

God’s children-pure. Ps. 57:7; Titus 2:14
Partakers of divine nature. 2Pet. 1:4; 1 Jn. 2:3-6
Morality defiled by: lust-Matt. 5:27-28; hating-Matt. 5:21-22; evil thoughts-Matt. 7:22, 23; Eph. 5:3, 4; Gal. 5:19-21
Other moral defilers: dancing, theater, base music, impure relations; improper dress, gambling. 1Pet.3:1-4
What Christians should do. Isa. 55:7; Ps. 119; 9-16; Phil. 4:8
Crucified with Christ. Gal. 2:20; Rom. 8:1-16
Changed into Christ's image. 2 Cor. 3:18
Be not conformed to this world. Rom. 12:2
Be clean. Isa. 1:16

16—FAITHFUL STEWARDS

Faithful stewardship required. 1 Cor. 4:2
We are just managers of God’s goods.
He owns everything and gives ability to earn. Ps. 24:1; Deut. 8:18
He requires one tenth of increase. Mal. 3:8-11
Tithe is holy. Lev. 27:30
Practiced in Old Testament. Num. 18:21
Practiced in New Testament. Matt. 23:23
Tithing is test of loyalty to God, the giver of power to get wealth. Deut. 8:18
For support of God’s work. Mal. 13:23
Blessings and promises. Mal. 3:10
Give to advance the gospel. Matt. 24:14
Given to warn the unsaved. Ezek. 33:8

17—LIFE AFTER DEATH

When Christ comes, righteous dead resurrected. Jn. 11:25
A Christian’s death is temporary. Jn. 11:11; 2 Thess. 4:16
When a person dies:

A. Breath separates from body. Eccl. 12:7-5

B. Consciousness is gone. Ps. 14:6; Eccl. 9:6

C. Can’t communicate. Job 14:21; 12, 14

D. No soul after death. Eccl. 9:6

4. Spiritism is not Biblical. Lev. 19:31; 1

Chron. 10:13, 14

5. Abomination to God. Deut. 18:10-13

6. Eternal life in Christ. Rom 6:23

18—HEAVEN OF REST AND PEACE

Christ is preparing mansions. Jn. 14:23
Saved will know each other. 1 Cor. 13:12
Redeemed in heaven. Heb. 11:16; Gal. 4:26
In heaven for 1000 years. Rev. 20:4-6
On renewed earth forever. Rev. 23:5; Dan. 7:18
Life on this earth. Isa. 65:21-23; 66:22-23
God with the saved. Rev. 2:1-2; 22:4
Those led by Holy spirit will be saved. Matt. 25:10
Loving obedience needed to enter. Rev. 22:14
Joy and obedience forever. Isa. 35:10

19—GOD'S CHURCH ON EARTH

Built on Christ, God’s Son. Matt.16:13-19
True church believes in:

A. Christ's merit. 1 Jn. 5:11, 12; Heb. 9:25, 27

B. Trinity: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Matt. 28:19; 2:16-17

C. Christ's second advent. 1 Thess.4:16; Heb. 9:28

D. Keeping the commandments. Jn. 4:15; Rev. 22:14

E. Keeps Sabbath holy. Ex. 20:8-11

F. World-wide outreach. Matt. 24:14; Rev. 22:14

G. Clean living-physical, mental, spiritual.1 Cor. 10:3

H. Judgment of every person. Rev. 14:6-12; 2 Cor. 5:10

20—PROPHETIC GUIDANCE OF GOD'S TRUTH

Church is guided by the Holy Spirit. Jn. 16:13
The guidance is called Spirit of Prophecy. Rev. 19:10
God gave prophets. Eph. 4:11
We have “sure word of prophecy.” 2 Pet 1:19
We are to “take heed.” 2 Pet. 1:19
God reveals secret to prophets. Amos 3:7
Prophets present in last or remnant church. Rev. 12:17; rev. 19:10
In “Remnant or last church, God is using Ellen G. White and her writings to guide the true Church.

21—PROPHETIC SYMBOLS IN THE BIBLE

Pure woman = True church. Jer. 6:2; 2 Cor. 11:2
Corrupt woman = apostate church. Ezek. 16:15-28
Water = Inhabited area nations. Rev.17:15
Wind = Strife. Jer. 25:31-33; 4:11-13
Beast = Political power. Dan. 7:17, 23
Day = Literal year. Ezek. 4:6; Num.14:34
Heads = Powers or rulers. Rev. 17:3, 4, 10
Horn = Kingdom. Dan. 7:24; 8:5, 21; Rev. 17:12
Wine = False doctrines
Sword = Word of God. Eph. 6:17; Heb. 4:12
Babylon confusion. Gen. 10:8-10; 11:6-9
White Robes = Righteousness. Rev. 19:8; 3:3; 2:14

22—BAPTISM BY IMMERSION

Necessity of baptism. Jn. 3:5
Christ gave example. Matt. 3:15
The gospel commission. Matt. 28:19
It symbolizes death with Christ. Rom. 6:2, 3
Resurrection with Christ. Rom. 6:4; Col. 2:12
Living with Christ. Gal. 2:20; 3:27
Christ baptized by immersion. Matt. 3:16
The eunuch was immersed. Acts. 8:36-38
One baptism. Eph. 4:5—Qualifications:

A. Must first be taught. Matt:28:19-20

B. Must believe the gospel. Mark 16:15

C. Must repent. Acts. 2:28

23—JESUS IS DIVINE

God manifested in the flesh. 1 Tim. 3:15
The Word was God. Jn. 1:1, 14
He who believes not is Antichrist. 1 Jn. 4:2,3
Prophesied as Mighty God. Isa. 9:6
“God with us.” Matt. 1:23
“I am.” Jn. 8:58; Ex. 3:14
Fullness of Godhead in Christ. Col. 2:9
The Father called Him God. Heb. 1:8
Doubting Thomas called Him God. Jn.20:28
Jesus the true God. 1 Jn. 5:20
Believing in Christ's divinity is important 1 Jn. 4:2

12. He then is our Mediator. 1 Pet. 3:22

24—THE HOLY SPIRIT

He is part of the Trinity:

A. Present at creation. Gen. 1:2

B. Present at Christ's baptism. Jn.1:32

C. Present in gospel commission. Matt. 28:19, 20

Works of the Holy Spirit.

A. Took place of Jesus on earth. Jn.14:16, 17

B. Guides into all truth. Jn. 16:13

C. Gives comfort. Jn. 14:16, 17

D. Convicts of sin. Jn. 16:8

E. Regenerates. Jn. 3:5, 6

F. Reproves the world of sin, righteousness, judgment. Jn. 16:8

Produces Christian virtues. Gal 5:22-26

25—MINISTRY OF HOLY ANGELS

Around the throne. Rev. 5:11; 2 Chron. 18:18
Strong and powerful. 2 Pet. 34:7
Protects the saints. Ps. 34:7
Obedient to God’s will. Ps. 103:20
Specific orders. Ezek. 10:1; Isa. 1:12
Michael is the leader of angels. Jude 9
Help understand vision. Dan. 8:16
Ministering to heirs of salvation. Heb. 1:14
Nature of angels: Spirits, flaming fire. Ps. 104:4
Fear not, angels all about. 2 Kings 6:16, 17
Angels see and record our deeds. Mal. 3:16
Joy of angels when sinner repents. Luke 15:10

26—JOY OF SALVATION

Joy in Christ's teachings. Jn. 15:11
Kingdom of Christ is about joy. Rom.14:17
Joy brings strong immune system, good health, and long quality life. Prov.17:22; Neh. 8:10
Rivers of God’s pleasures offered. Ps. 36:8
Rejoice in God’s salvation. Ps. 35:9
Rejoice in garments of salvation. Isa. 61:10
Eunuch rejoiced by the gospel. Acts8:39
Jailer rejoiced by the gospel. Acts16:34
Unspeakable joy in Christ 1 Pet.1:8
Rejoice in the Lord always. Phil. 4:4
Redeemed will rejoice. Isa. 35:10
Redeemed will enter into the joy of

their lord. Matt. 25:21

27—MARK OF THE BEAST

A beast rises out of the sea. Rev. 13:1, 2
A beast (a power) speaks blasphemy. Rev. 13:5
He thinks to change law. Dan.7:25
Sunday is un-biblically substituted for Sabbath by Catholic Church: “Question: How prove you that the church hath power to command feasts and holidays? Answer: By the very act of changing the Sabbath into Sunday (which Protestants allow) is an abomination of Christian doctrine,” p.58
Warning against Sunday keeping. Rev. 14:9, 10
Enforced by not allowing people without mark to buy or sell. Rev. 13:17
Persecution overcome by the blood of Christ. Rev. 12:11

28—WARNING AGAINST SPIRITISM

A belief that departed spirits still communicate with men.
God’s warning. Lev. 19:31; 1 Chron. 10:13, 14
Sorcerers denounced. Mal. 3:5
They are false prophets. Jer. 19:9-10
Israel warned. Deut. 18:10-13
Law in Israel. Ex. 22:18; Lev. 20:17
Seek unto God instead. Isa. 8:19
Don’t be influenced. Deut. 13:1-4
Dead know now what’s happening. Job 14:20, 21
Deception at latter days. 1 Tim. 4:1
Be sober, vigilant. 1 Pet. 5:8
Come out of her. Rev. 18: 4, 5

29—GROWTH IN GRACE

Grace is unmerited favor.
Jesus, our Savior is God’s favor. Jn. 3:16
Once saved by grace, grow. 2Pet. 3:18
Growth in Christ. 2 Pet. 1:2
Growth in Christian virtues. 2 pet. 1:5-7
God’s grace empowers us to obey. 2 Cor. 5:14
Grace always results in good works. Eph. 2:8-10
Cultivate grace. 2 Pet. 1:8
Be guided by the Holy Spirit. Jn. 16:13
Have the Holy Spirit within. Jn. 14:17
Growth into perfection. Matt. 5:48
Called by His grace. Gal. 1:15

30—THE ABOLISHED LAW

The ordinances against us. Col. 2:14
They contain ceremonies. Lev. 23:4-44

A. In eating and drinking. Col. 2:16

B. Holy days, New Year, Sabbaths. Col. 2:16

C. Yearly Sabbath abolished. Lev. 23:4-44

They foretold Christ's coming. Col. 2:17
Christ became the reality. Eph. 2:15
Ten Commandments not abolished. Matt. 5:17, 18
Christ referred to it. Matt. 19:16-19
Christ delighted in it. Ps.119:77, 92, 124
The saved are law keepers. Rev. 22:14
Sabbath to be kept in heaven. Isa. 66:23
The seventh-day is the Sabbath.

Ex.20:8-11

31—JUDGMENT HAS COME

Announced by the angel. Rev. 14:6, 7
View of the judgment. Dan. 7:9, 10
All will be judged. 2 Cor. 5:10
The standard in judgment. Jas. 2:10-12
Keep the commandments. Eccl. 12:13, 14
Believe and accept the gospel. Rev. 14:6
Worship the Creator who rested on the seventh-day and commanded us to keep it holy. Rev. 14:7; Ex. 20:8-11
All righteous acts recorded . Mal. 3:16
Repented sins blotted out. Acts. 3:19
Accept Jesus as Advocate. Heb. 7:24, 25
All are appointed to die and to judgment. Heb. 9:27
Prepare to meet thy God. Amos 4:12

32—THE GOSPEL TRUTH

Gospel means “Good News.”
Good news to all the world. Matt. 24:14
Christ's redemption is good news. Rom 3:24
Redeemed obeys. Rom 1:5; Acts 6:7
Obeys all of God’s Commandments. Jas.2:10
Not lip-service but does. Matt. 7:21-23
Obedience better than sacrifice. 1 Sam. 15:22
Obedience is part of the gospel. 2 Thess. 1:7, 8
If we love Christ, obey. Jn. 14:15
Faith without works is dead. Jas. 2:17, 20
God’s Commandments, not tradition. Mark 7:9
Gospel truth is faith and obedience. Heb. 5:9

33—THE GOSPEL COMMISSION

“Go ye teach all nations.” Matt. 28:19
Christ promised to be with us. Matt. 28:20
We go in Christ's power. Matt. 28:20
Holy Spirit’s power with us. Acts. 1:8
Joy in selling-mark saved. 1 Thess. 2:19, 20
The love of Christ constrains. 2 Cor. 5:14
Discover and use your God-given talent. Matt. 25:25
Don’t hide your talent. Matt. 25:25
Not by our might but by the Spirit. Zech. 4:6
Your understanding opened. Luke 24:45
Be willing to be imbued with power. Luke 24:49
Rejoice in souls won. Ps. 126:6

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