This workbook contains the Timothy Training Course section of the book and is designed as a study guide. It may be used in conjunction with the book or separately to equip any faithful Christian to disciple another.

The aim is spiritual reproduction. We want to help you train another Christian in such a way that he can pass the training on to yet another. We want to teach you how to present the basic concepts in a clear and simple pattern. The one learning will then be able to understand, apply and teach someone else what he has learned. To accomplish this goal, we will present simple concepts that are reinforced with repetition.

John Milton Gregory's classic book "The Seven Laws of Teaching" gives the five stages, or levels, of learning:

Telling is not teaching. It is not enough just to lecture and assume the student has learned a particular truth. Unless one has reached level three or four of learning, he cannot effectively teach it to others. Therefore, you will be required to read the materials, memorize scriptural passages and do a Bible study on the topics.

This procedure will help you increase the level of understanding of the subject matter.

This course has eight lessons. An observant student will discover that the first two lessons are rather deep. The remaining six lessons are easier. Beginning with Lesson Three, you will be taught to use the material for a new Christian.

When you want to teach a new baby Christian, you may begin with Lesson Three on the plan of Salvation. Lesson Three introduces the "Bridge"illustraion, Lesson Five the "Wheel" illustration and Lesson Six the "Hand" illustration.

Why depend so much on illustrations? Firstly, illustrations are a teaching tool providing a clear pattern for a young Christian to follow. For example, a young Christian could very quickly learn to present the Gospel by using the "Bridge" illustration without too much difficulty. Secondly, illustrations help to clarify truths. This will give you confidence in your teaching. Your audience will also be less likely to get sidetracked. Jesus Himself used simple parables and stories to explain deep truths of the Kingdom of God.

The memory verses are given in the New King James Version. If you desire to memorize in another version, this is fine. However, we recommend you write out the memory verses on cards and carry them with you so you can review them at various times during the day.

Do not rush through the course. Do the Bible study lessons and Scripture memory assignments faithfully. Sometime it may takes an extra week to cover the lessons thoroughly. Do not be discouraged. Be patient. Be encouraged. God will bless each sincere disciple.

EIGHT-WEEK COURSE OUTLINE

WEEK ONE

WEEK TWO

WEEK THREE

WEEK FOUR:

WEEK FIVE:

WEEK SIX:

WEEK SEVEN:

WEEK EIGHT

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