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Ten Reasons to Believe in the Christian Faith

  1. Lesson One
    The Credibility of Its Founder
    5 Activities
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    1 Assessment
  2. Lesson Two
    The Reliability of Its Book, the Bible
    5 Activities
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    1 Assessment
  3. Lesson Three
    Its Explanations for Life
    5 Activities
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    1 Assessment
  4. Lesson Four
    Its Continuity with the Past
    5 Activities
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    1 Assessment
  5. Lesson Five
    Its Foundational Claim of Resurrection
    5 Activities
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    1 Assessment
  6. Lesson Six
    Its Power to Change Lives
    5 Activities
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    1 Assessment
  7. Lesson Seven
    Its Analysis of Human Nature
    5 Activities
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    1 Assessment
  8. Lesson Eight
    Its View of Human Achievement
    5 Activities
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    1 Assessment
  9. Lesson Nine
    Its Impact on Society
    5 Activities
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    1 Assessment
  10. Lesson Ten
    Its Offer of Salvation
    5 Activities
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    1 Assessment
  11. Course Wrap-Up
    Course Completion
    1 Activity
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    1 Assessment

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Lesson Overview

A carpenter rabbi from Nazareth changed the world. Calendars and dated documents bear silent witness to His birth. From rooftops, necklaces, and earrings, the sign of the cross bears visual witness to His death. The Western worldview, which provided a basis for social morality, scientific methodology, and a work ethic that fueled industry, had roots in basic Christian values. Social relief agencies, whether in the West or East, are not fueled by the values of Hinduism, Buddhism, atheism, or secular agnosticism, but by the direct or residual values of the Bible.

Lesson Objectives

When you complete this lesson, you should be able to do the following:

  • Recall various ways Christianity has had an impact on society.
  • Cite key Scripture passages that describe the spiritual and moral influence of believers.
  • Discuss the apostles’ view of secular government.
  • Show why gospel proclamation and church planting is a higher priority than social action.
  • Distinguish the different roles of Christian community and secular government by reading the booklet Church and State.
Personal Reflection

As you proceed through this lesson have the following question in mind.
Through the centuries, Christians have built schools, established hospitals, and started other service agencies. Even some secular leaders in the developing countries will admit to having started their education in a mission school in their home village. Why does Christianity tend to establish such institutions? Why is this an argument for it being evidence of God’s activity in our world?