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Module 2

Becoming like Christ

Session 1

Jesus – His life

Why do disciples aim to “become like Christ”? Why is knowing Jesus central to knowing God better? How can a human being be God? How does this help us in becoming like Christ? How did Jesus demonstrate a spiritually healthy life?

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Session 2

Jesus – His death

Does thinking I need forgiveness lead to low self-esteem? What did Jesus do for us on the cross? Did Jesus protect us from an angry Father? How do I receive salvation in my lived experience? How does the habit of confession help and
change me?

Resources

Below are notes, slides and scripts for facilitators. Also, extra resources which include: short and long reads; things to watch or listen to; book suggestions.

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Session 3

Letting Christ be Lord in my priorities

How much does Christ deserve to be at the centre of my life and why? Is there an explanation for evil in the Bible? What does Jesus’ victory mean for us as disciples and how does this make Jesus Lord? Why does Jesus challenge people so much about money and material goods? What lifestyle will help me become more Christlike in a materialistic world?

Resources

Below are notes, slides and scripts for facilitators. Also, extra resources which include: short and long reads; things to watch or listen to; book suggestions.

Facilitator's Resources

Extra Resources

Booklet Easier-reading Word version

Session Booklet

Session 4

Character change and self-giving love.

What is Christian character? Can I really become the kind of Christlike person who can love others – including enemies and forgiving those who hurt me? How does character change? How much is God’s work, and how much is mine?

Resources

Below are notes, slides and scripts for facilitators. Also, extra resources which include: short and long reads; things to watch or listen to; book suggestions.

Facilitator's Resources

Extra Resources

Booklet Easier-reading Word version

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Session 5

Death, resurrection, living in hope

Should life be easy for a disciple who is becoming like Christ? What does God say will ultimately happen to His whole creation? What happens to me after death? Why can I be confident in the resurrection? How do disciples see death?

Resources

Below are notes, slides and scripts for facilitators. Also, extra resources which include: short and long reads; things to watch or listen to; book suggestions.

Facilitator's Resources

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Session 6

Christ’s Return: Judgment; Suffering and hope; doubt and honesty

How should I feel about God judging me and others? If Jesus has overcome evil, why is there still so much
suffering? How do we become like Christ in suffering? Does everything happen for a reason and is doubt a
bad thing?

Resources

Below are notes, slides and scripts for facilitators. Also, extra resources which include: short and long reads; things to watch or listen to; book suggestions.

Facilitator’s Resources

Extra Resources

Booklet Easier-reading Word version

Session Booklet