DISCIPLESHIP Journey

Biblical Knowledge :

Build a strong foundation in God's Word.

Biblical knowledge provides a strong foundation for a growing faith. These lessons are designed to help you deepen your understanding of God, His Word, and His mission for your life.

I. Biblical Foundations

1. Memorize the 66 Books of the Bible
  • Description: The student will be able to recite the 66 books of the Bible in order. 
  • Importance: A major step in showing competency with the Bible is to know the books of the Bible and where to find the books when in personal study or public teaching. 
  • Demonstration of Competence: Sit with your mentor, recite the books of the Bible in order.
2. The Parts of the Bible
  • Description: Upon completion of memorizing the 66 books of the Bible, the student will be able to list the books that fit into each part of the Bible, based on the following divisions: Pentatuch, History, Poetry, Major Prophets, Minor Prophets, Gospels, Church History, Letters of Paul, Other Letters. This challenge builds upon the Memorize the 66 Books of the Bible challenge.
  • Importance: A disciple of Jesus will have a much greater understanding of the Bible if they know the position and purpose of each book in the Bible.
  • Demonstration of Competence: Sit with your mentor. Recite the books of the Bible, grouped into the specified sections (e.g., Pentateuch: Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus..)
3. Old Testament Overview
  • Description: The student will understand the structure and key themes of the Old Testament, divided into five sections: Law, History, Poetry, Major Prophets, and Minor Prophets. They will memorize Genesis 1:1 and Joshua 1:8, and summarize the purpose and significance of each section.
  • Importance: The Old Testament lays the foundation for understanding God’s covenant relationship with His people, His plan for salvation, and His promises fulfilled in Jesus Christ.
  • Demonstration of Competence: Sit with your mentor and explain the five sections of the Old Testament. Share one major theme or key event from each section and how it points to God’s faithfulness. Be prepared to recite the two verses from memory.

Sections of the Old Testament:
  1. Law (Pentateuch): Genesis – Deuteronomy (Creation, the Fall, and God’s covenant with Israel).
  2. History: Joshua – Esther (The story of Israel’s conquest, kingdom, exile, and return).
  3. Poetry: Job – Song of Solomon (Wisdom literature that reflects on life, worship, and God’s greatness).
  4. Major Prophets: Isaiah – Daniel (God’s messages to His people about judgment and hope).
  5. Minor Prophets: Hosea – Malachi (God’s calls for repentance and promises of restoration).
4. New Testament Overview
  • Description: The student will learn the structure and key themes of the New Testament, divided into five sections: Gospels, History, Paul’s Letters, General Letters, and Prophecy. They will memorize John 1:14 and Acts 1:8, and summarize the purpose and significance of each section.
  • Importance: The New Testament reveals the fulfillment of God’s promises in Jesus Christ, the spread of the gospel, and God’s plan for His church. A disciple of Jesus must understand its structure and message to grow in faith and mission.
  • Demonstration of Competence: Sit with your mentor and explain the five sections of the New Testament. Share one major theme or key event from each section and how it applies to your life. Be prepared to recite the two verses from memory.

Sections of the New Testament:
  1. Gospels: Matthew – John (The life, death, and resurrection of Jesus).
  2. History: Acts (The early church and the spread of the gospel).
  3. Paul’s Letters: Romans – Philemon (Instructions and theology for the early church).
  4. General Letters: Hebrews – Jude (Encouragement and warnings to believers).
  5. Prophecy: Revelation (God’s ultimate victory and the hope of eternal life).

II. Theology

1. Memorize the 66 Books of the Bible
  • Description: The student will be able to recite the 66 books of the Bible in order. 
  • Importance: A major step in showing competency with the Bible is to know the books of the Bible and where to find the books when in personal study or public teaching. 
  • Demonstration of Competence: Sit with your mentor, recite the books of the Bible in order.
2. The Parts of the Bible
  • Description: Upon completion of memorizing the 66 books of the Bible, the student will be able to list the books that fit into each part of the Bible, based on the following divisions: Pentatuch, History, Poetry, Major Prophets, Minor Prophets, Gospels, Church History, Letters of Paul, Other Letters. This challenge builds upon the Memorize the 66 Books of the Bible challenge.
  • Importance: A disciple of Jesus will have a much greater understanding of the Bible if they know the position and purpose of each book in the Bible.
  • Demonstration of Competence: Sit with your mentor. Recite the books of the Bible, grouped into the specified sections (e.g., Pentateuch: Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus..)
3. Old Testament Overview
  • Description: The student will understand the structure and key themes of the Old Testament, divided into five sections: Law, History, Poetry, Major Prophets, and Minor Prophets. They will memorize Genesis 1:1 and Joshua 1:8, and summarize the purpose and significance of each section.
  • Importance: The Old Testament lays the foundation for understanding God’s covenant relationship with His people, His plan for salvation, and His promises fulfilled in Jesus Christ.
  • Demonstration of Competence: Sit with your mentor and explain the five sections of the Old Testament. Share one major theme or key event from each section and how it points to God’s faithfulness. Be prepared to recite the two verses from memory.

Sections of the Old Testament:
  1. Law (Pentateuch): Genesis – Deuteronomy (Creation, the Fall, and God’s covenant with Israel).
  2. History: Joshua – Esther (The story of Israel’s conquest, kingdom, exile, and return).
  3. Poetry: Job – Song of Solomon (Wisdom literature that reflects on life, worship, and God’s greatness).
  4. Major Prophets: Isaiah – Daniel (God’s messages to His people about judgment and hope).
  5. Minor Prophets: Hosea – Malachi (God’s calls for repentance and promises of restoration).
4. New Testament Overview
  • Description: The student will learn the structure and key themes of the New Testament, divided into five sections: Gospels, History, Paul’s Letters, General Letters, and Prophecy. They will memorize John 1:14 and Acts 1:8, and summarize the purpose and significance of each section.
  • Importance: The New Testament reveals the fulfillment of God’s promises in Jesus Christ, the spread of the gospel, and God’s plan for His church. A disciple of Jesus must understand its structure and message to grow in faith and mission.
  • Demonstration of Competence: Sit with your mentor and explain the five sections of the New Testament. Share one major theme or key event from each section and how it applies to your life. Be prepared to recite the two verses from memory.

Sections of the New Testament:
  1. Gospels: Matthew – John (The life, death, and resurrection of Jesus).
  2. History: Acts (The early church and the spread of the gospel).
  3. Paul’s Letters: Romans – Philemon (Instructions and theology for the early church).
  4. General Letters: Hebrews – Jude (Encouragement and warnings to believers).
  5. Prophecy: Revelation (God’s ultimate victory and the hope of eternal life).

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