CHRISTIAN LIFE AND FAITH SCOPE AND SEQUENCE, LEVEL 2

Ver.1; May 2010
Authored by Tomoko Matsuoka, Katiuscia Giusti, and Christi S. Lynch.
Copyright © 2010 by The Family International

Table of contents:
	Biblical and Christian Foundation
	A Personal Connection with Jesus
	Witnessing and Missionary Training
	Bible Knowledge
	Spiritual Insight and Awareness

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BIBLICAL AND CHRISTIAN FOUNDATION

Jesus, God’s Son 
[The child should:]
a.	Learn of the historical backings to the life of Jesus, His death on the cross, and His resurrection.
b.	Study more of the parables that Jesus taught and their meaning.
c.	Be able to describe Jesus’ divinity, and modern perspectives of His life.
d.	Learn of the many names of Jesus throughout the Bible. 
e.	Learn that Jesus came to destroy the works of the Devil, and that Jesus’ power is much stronger than the Devil’s.
f.	Be able to identify Messianic prophecies in the Bible and connect them with their historical fulfillment. (See “Bible Prophecy,” Level 1b, CLF.)

Salvation 
[The child should:]
a.	Learn in depth about the significance of the gift of salvation Jesus gave to each person, as well as the responsibilities and accountability of those who are saved to spread that message to others. 
b.	Learn that without accepting Jesus' gift of salvation from sin, one must live with one’s sins, experience separation from God as a result of sin, and feel the darkness and weight of one’s sin.
c.	Understand that while salvation is a free gift that won’t be taken away, and one can always depend on Jesus’ unconditional love; when it comes to blessings and heavenly rewards one is judged by one’s actions, thus it is important to strive to do what is right.
d.	Be able to describe the events of the first communion: the meaning and significance of communion: the bread and the wine, the connection with Jesus’ sacrifice for mankind, and how one partakes of communion in remembrance of Jesus’ sacrifice.

Holy Spirit, The 
[The child should:]
a.	Learn the importance of obedience to the leading of the Holy Spirit.
b.	Be able to describe the fruits of the Spirit. (See “The Fruits of the Spirit,” Level 2, CLF.)
c.	Be able to describe the gifts of the Spirit. (See “The Gifts of the Spirit,” Level 2, CLF.)

Trinity—God the Father, Jesus, and Holy Spirit, The 
[The child should:]
a.	Be able to list that the Trinity comprises God—the Father, Jesus—the Son, and the Holy Spirit.
b.	Be able to describe the significance and separate roles of each personality of the Trinity.
c.	(See also “God,” Level 1, CLF; “Jesus, God’s Son,” Levels 1 & 2, CLF; and “The Holy Spirit,” Levels 1 & 2, CLF.)

God’s Word 
[The child should:]
a.	Learn that within God’s Word lies the story of mankind’s past and future, the purpose of life, the blueprint for living a godly life, etc.
b.	Understand that God's Word is the first place one can turn to when one needs to obtain victories or overcome obstacles in life; learn how to study God’s Word when desiring victories in life.
c.	Learn that God’s Word must be given a priority in life if one desires to be successful.
d.	Be able to identify the benefits of Scripture memorization, and power that is available through claiming and quoting God’s Word.
e.	Learn that God’s Word helps one to find His will. (See “Finding God’s Will,” Level 2d, CLF.)
f.	Learn that it is not always easy to study God’s Word, and how human nature sometimes fights against one’s ability to draw all one can from it, through familiarity, laziness, disbelief, distractions, etc. 
g.	(See also “General Bible Knowledge,” Levels 1 & 2, CLF.)

Faith 
[The child should:]
a.	Learn that faith is a fruit of the Spirit, and is manifested when one is abiding in Jesus.
b.	Learn of the importance faith plays in one’s spiritual life: that one is saved by faith (grace), that one must live one’s faith, that faith gives spiritual strength and power, and that without it one cannot please God; study and memorize Bible verses upon which these principles are based. 
c.	Be able to identify steps to strengthen and increase one’s faith, and be aware of things that can detract from faith and how to take a stand against such things.
d.	Understand that sometimes God allows difficulties and hardships in one’s life as a test of one’s faith, to cause one to draw closer to Him for help and support, which results in a happier life; learn the importance of trusting God despite difficult circumstances. 
e.	Learn how to trust even when God’s promises don’t seem to be fulfilled; understand the principle of Romans 8:28.
f.	Read of faith-building accounts from history of those who put their faith in God and were blessed of God for their actions. 
g.	Learn that faith includes actions; one must have faith in God’s ability to do what one cannot do, but one can strive to do what one can; be able to identify the concept of faith plus works. 
h.	Understand that faith isn’t based on feelings; it’s a manifestation of confidence in God’s promises and His ability to answer, even when circumstances seem to contradict His promises; learn that God honors faith with answers, love, and care. 

Fruits of the Spirit, The 
[The child should:]
a.	Learn that abiding with Jesus and in His Spirit will manifest itself in fruit (positive results).
b.	Be able to define the purposes for the fruits of the Spirit.
c.	Understand how to recognize whether one is manifesting the fruits of the Spirit in one’s life, and the steps to take in order to do so. 
d.	Study the fruit of the Spirit: Love (See “God’s Law of Love,” Level 1, CLF.)
e.	Study the fruit of the Spirit: Joy (See “Joyfulness,” Levels 1 & 2, CLF.)
f.	Study the fruit of the Spirit: Peace (See “Peacefulness,” Level 1, CB.)
g.	Study the fruit of the Spirit: Longsuffering / Patience (See “Patience,” Levels 1 & 2, CB.)
h.	Study the fruit of the Spirit: Gentleness (See “Gentleness,” Level 1, CB.)
i.	Study the fruit of the Spirit: Goodness 
j.	Study the fruit of the Spirit: Faith (See “Faith,” Levels 1 & 2, CLF.)
k.	Study the fruit of the Spirit: Meekness / Humility (See “Humility,” Level 2, CB.)
l.	Study the fruit of the Spirit: Temperance / Self-discipline (See “Self-Discipline,” Levels 1 & 2, CB. See also “Moderation,” Levels 1 & 2, CB.)

Gifts of the Spirit, The 
[The child should:]
a.	Learn that the Holy Spirit gives one spiritual gifts; learn how to ask for the gifts that the Spirit gives.
b.	Understand the purpose for these gifts and how to use them in one’s life and connection with Jesus. 
c.	Study the gift of the Spirit: Discernment (See “Wisdom,” Levels 1 & 2, CB.)
d.	Study the gift of the Spirit: Knowledge (See “Learning and Study Skills,” Levels 1 & 2, CB.)
e.	Study the gift of the Spirit: Wisdom (See “Wisdom,” Level 1 & 2, CB.)
f.	Study the gift of the Spirit: Faith (See “Faith,” Levels 1 & 2, CLF.)
g.	Study the gift of the Spirit: Prophecy (See “Hearing from Jesus,” Levels 1 & 2, CLF.)
h.	Study the gift of the Spirit: Healing (See “Healing,” Levels 1 & 2, CLF)
i.	Study the gift of the Spirit: Miracles (See “Miracles,” Levels 1 & 2, CLF.)
j.	Study the gift of the Spirit: Tongues
k.	Study the gift of the Spirit: Interpretation of tongues

Finding God’s Will 
[The child should:]
a.	Understand the importance of finding God’s will. 
b.	Understand the blessings and benefits that come to a person who is in God’s will. 
c.	Learn of the prerequisites to finding God’s will: submission to His plan, trust that He knows best, a sincere desire to do it, and faith to step out and try.
d.	Learn of the various ways in which God leads one within His will: Holy Spirit guidance, the voice of His Word, godly counsel, dreams and visions, direct revelation, burdens, and fleeces.
e.	Learn the importance of continuing to seek God’s will, even after receiving initial direction of His plan. 
f.	Study and memorize Bible verses on God’s promises to help those who are earnestly seeking to find His will. 
g.	Learn that sometimes God's will and plans are conditional, and can change depending upon man’s actions and reactions; learn of accounts in the Bible when God changed His mind. 
h.	Understand that God often gives Christians choices within the boundary of His overall will.
i.	(See also “Hearing from Jesus,” Levels 1 & 2, CLF)

Obedience to God 
[The child should:]
a.	Learn that obedience to God is the duty of Christians and followers of Jesus. 
b.	Be able to describe the blessings God gives for obedience; learn of the consequences of disobeying God.
c.	Understand that God is infinitely wiser than man, and it is wisdom to obey God.
d.	Understand that obedience to God often takes the form of submission to those God has placed in positions of authority, such as parents, teachers, shepherds/pastors, leaders, rulers, etc.
e.	Learn of accounts in the Bible of obedience to God. 
f.	(See also “Obedience,” Level 1, CB.)

Discipleship 
[The child should:]
a.	Be able to describe various actions that a disciple must take as based on Scripture, such as, obedience to God, submission to His will, forsaking the sole pursuit of materialistic goals, sacrificial giving, willingness to endure hardship, etc.
b.	Be able to describe the various ministries of disciples, and how utilizing one’s gifts and talents for God’s glory, and the furtherance of the great commission is one way in which disciples serve God; identify men and women in history who were disciples and/or missionaries. 
c.	Be able to describe the role Jesus’ disciples played in the establishment of the Early Church and spreading the message of Jesus and salvation, and the influence their discipleship had on Christianity. 
d.	Understand how disciples are to be in the world but not of the world.
e.	Learn of the rewards, benefits, and privilege of discipleship.

Brotherhood and Unity 
[The child should:]
a.	Learn how working in brotherhood and unity, while it takes an investment of time and effort, brings joy; learn Bible verses that highlight this principle.
b.	Be able to describe the Biblical basis for unity, and that unity is part of one’s Christian example; learn of the power that it has when it is practiced. 
c.	Recognize when one is practicing brotherhood, and when one is not. 
d.	Learn of the causes of disunity and division; identify what steps to take in order for unity to be established. 
e.	Understand that brotherhood with fellow Christians and peoples of other faiths promotes a positive perspective of Christianity to the world, and is a means by which greater good is achieved and God’s message of love and faith is spread.
f.	(See also “Teamwork,” Level 1, CB and “Resolving Conflicts,” Level 2, CB.)

Overcoming Obstacles 
a.	Understand that difficulties, trials, and obstacles are a part of life, and through learning to work through them, one can gain valuable understanding through these experiences; study and memorize Bible verses upon which this principle is based. 
b.	Learn that through God’s help one can overcome obstacles and difficulties, and find peace and triumph despite setbacks. 
c.	Understand that some difficulties one faces are put on one’s path by the Devil, and how one must sense these times and rebuke and resist the Devil.
d.	Recognize when difficulties are getting the better of oneself, and learn how to positively alter the situation.
e.	Learn how to overcome difficulties, trials, and obstacles, and how to seek the assistance of those who can help one make further progress. 
f.	(See also “Problem Solving,” Level 1, CB.) 

Contending for the Faith / Opposition / Persecution 
[The child should:]
a.	Study Bible verses that describe opposition and/or persecution as something that all followers of Jesus will face; learn that all believers are asked to contend for the faith.
b.	Be able to describe Biblical accounts of when God’s followers faced opposition and/or persecution, and how God used it for good. 
c.	Learn the difference between persecution and opposition; understand that opposition is something that everyone in the world will face at some time or another.
d.	Learn of the blessings and benefits of persecution: it helps spread the Gospel, it strengthens one’s faith, it strengthens the faith of new converts, etc. 
e.	Learn what steps to take in order to be prepared for persecution or opposition, and how to handle it with grace and faith. 
f.	Learn of God’s power to protect His children despite persecution; read of such accounts from history.

A PERSONAL CONNECTION WITH JESUS

Prayer 
[The child should:]
a.	Learn of the significance and importance of prayer in a Christian’s relationship with the Lord. 
b.	Learn of the many facets of prayer, and that it is not only asking for things, but sharing one’s heart with God, meditating upon His Word, as well as listening to God. 
c.	Learn of the conditions that must be met in order for prayers to be answered, and various hindrances that keep prayers from being answered. 
d.	Learn of importunity in prayer, and how there are times when God expects one to persevere in prayer before He brings the answer.
e.	Learn to praise and trust Him fully, both when one’s prayers are answered as one had hoped for, and when one feels like God didn’t answer because things turn out differently than one had hoped for. 
f.	Learn to take one’s specific needs and the needs of others to the Lord in prayer, claiming God’s promises and expecting God to act.
g.	Learn to go beyond what one feels is a comfortable request, and to put God on the spot for needs outside of the realm of easy expectation.
h.	Learn various prayer methods.
i.	(See also “Faith,” Levels 1 & 2, CLF.)

Joyfulness 
[The child should:]
a.	Learn that the joy Jesus gives can also be one’s strength that helps one not to be swayed by external circumstances or situations. 
b.	Learn the difference between joyfulness manifested in a godly sense of fun versus foolish behavior.

Quality Time with Jesus 
[The child should:]
a.	Understand the importance of spending quality time with Jesus in order to maintain a strong connection with Him; the benefits of doing so, and the negative effect of not.
b.	Learn of components to "quality time" with Jesus, and how to establish this habit in one’s life. 
c.	(See also “God’s Word,” Levels 1 & 2, CLF.)

Hearing from Jesus 
[The child should:]
a.	Learn key elements that enhance one’s ability to hear from Jesus. 
b.	Learn that Jesus loves to be involved in many aspects of one’s life, and this is done through hearing from Him.
c.	Learn that along with hearing directly from Him, Jesus also desires that one uses the gifts of wisdom, understanding, and discernment, as well as the other ways in which to find His will when needing to make decisions. 
d.	(See also “Hearing from Jesus,” Level 1, CLF, and “Finding God’s Will,” Level 2, CLF.)

Reflecting on Jesus and God’s Word (Meditation) 
[The child should:]
a.	Learn the importance of stopping to reflect on the Word one reads.
b.	Learn what it means to “meditate on Jesus,” and the benefits and importance of it in one’s relationship with Jesus.
c.	Learn of the variety of ways in which one can meditate on Jesus (e.g., through God’s Word, through music, through enjoying God’s creation, etc.).

WITNESSING AND MISSIONARY TRAINING

Preaching the Gospel 
[The child should:]
	(This section of the Scope and Sequence focuses on the practical ways in which to be a witness. For fundamentals on the Great Commission, see “The Great Commission,” Level 1, CLF.)
a.	Be able to describe Jesus’ commandment to preach the gospel, and recognize how this commandment has played a pivotal role in the history of Christianity. (See “The Great Commission,” Level 1, CLF.)
b.	Learn of some Biblical and historical characters who gave their all to preach the Gospel, and the results that came from their efforts.  (See “Great Men and Women of God,” Levels 1 & 2, CLF.)
c.	Learn that the "fruit" Christians should bear is other Christians, helping others find salvation and happiness in Jesus.
d.	Be able to identify key elements that enhance a Christian’s witness; recognize how a good Christian example can draw others to Jesus: one’s countenance, comportment, and actions all play a part in one’s witness to others. 
e.	Be able to identify opportunities to share Jesus with others, and how to be ready to do so at any time.
f.	Learn more about how to tap into the Holy Spirit and Heaven’s resources for the power to witness. 
g.	Understand that only God and His Holy Spirit can win someone, and that a Christian’s job is just to be a messenger of the Gospel. 
h.	Learn that ministering to others of God’s truth and love doesn’t always bear immediate results, and requires faithfulness to the calling even when little to no tangible results are evident. 
i.	Learn that everyone needs Jesus, and the importance of giving the good news to those from all walks of life.
j.	Be able to direct others to Jesus and the Word. 

Missionary life 
[The child should:]
a.	Be encouraged to communicate with missionaries, follow their progress, help support them financially, write letters of encouragement, and possibly be a pen pal to children being reached on the mission field or children of missionaries.
b.	Learn of the Biblical principle to “become one” to all people in an effort to win them to Jesus, and other key elements that help missionaries be successful, such as, understanding the local customs and people, learning of the religion or faith that is predominant in the country/culture in which you reside, learning the language, etc. (See “Courtesy,” Level 2a, CB.)
c.	Read accounts of various missionaries who God called to the mission field and how the lives they lived helped in reaching others. 
d.	Learn of the calling that God places in individuals’ hearts even today to serve as missionaries and spread God’s message of love and salvation.

Great Men and Women of God 
[The child should:]
a.	Learn of more of the lives of the great men and women of the Bible. 
b.	Learn of more of the great men and women of God throughout history.

BIBLE KNOWLEDGE

General Bible Knowledge 
[The child should:]
a.	Learn the history of the Bible, how it was put together, its division into chapters and verses, and about many of the translations of the Bible. 
b.	Look at the Bible’s impact on history, world leaders, and great men and women.
c.	Learn of the book themes within the Old Testament: the historical books, the poetical books, the major prophets, the minor prophets, etc.
d.	Learn of the book themes within the New Testament: the Gospels and Acts (history), the Epistles, the Book of Revelation, etc.
e.	Understand that the Bible, and particularly the New Testament, is the foundation for Christian doctrine. 
f.	(See also “General Bible Knowledge,” Level 1, CLF.)

Creation 
[The child should:]
a.	Learn of the significance of creation, and why it matters Who made it; learn basic examples of evolutionary theory, and how man has tried to explain a world where God doesn’t exist; understand that God’s creation proves His existence. 
b.	Understand that it takes faith to believe in either creation or evolution.
c.	Learn of various age-appropriate scientific theories that support intelligent design.

Bible Prophecy 
[The child should:]
a.	Be able to describe instances throughout the Bible where prophecy was fulfilled, and how prophecy was used to guide His people. 
b.	Be able to identify prophecies that have foretold the history of the world, as well as the coming history of the world; study key prophetic chapters throughout the Bible; study Scriptures explaining that Jesus will one day return; learn of what the Bible says about the Millennium, the New Heaven and New Earth.

SPIRITUAL INSIGHT AND AWARENESS

Healing 
[The child should:]
a.	Learn that blessings can come from afflictions, and the reasons why the Lord allows afflictions; learn that there are some afflictions one may not be healed from, learn of the purpose for this.
b.	Learn the steps that God asks one to take in order to receive His gift of healing. 
c.	Learn how to persevere when asking for healing, learn how to take a stand of faith. 
d.	Learn to trust that God will heal one in His perfect time.
e.	Learn about trusting one’s parents regarding matters of health and healing.

Life and Death 
[The child should:]
a.	Learn how life on earth is transitory, and that everyone who lives will also die (Hebrews 9:27).
b.	Learn to respect both life and death, to respect one’s own life and the lives of other humans.
c.	Learn to not fear death, but to view it as the end of one’s training on earth and entering into a fuller life in the spirit world. 
a.	(See also “Heaven,” Level 1, CLF, and “Heaven and the Spirit World,” Level 2, CLF.)

Angels and Departed Saints / Satan and His Demons 
[The child should:]
a.	Understand some of the tactics and devices of Satan as outlined in the Bible, how to detect and defend oneself from these tactics, as well as how to counterattack.
b.	Learn that departed saints are the spirits of people who lived and were saved; read accounts of Biblical appearances of departed saints.
c.	Learn of the mission and purpose God has given departed saints, and how they help us. 

Keys of the Kingdom, The 
[The child should:]
a.	Learn of the Biblical foundation for the keys of the kingdom, and how Jesus gave this power to his first disciples and what it means for today. 
b.	Learn that the keys give access to the power of Heaven, and can enhance the power of prayer. 

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