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Foundation · Session 1

What We Believe

The Gospel in Plain Language

Christianity 101 · What Is a Christian

Teaching Points

  • 1

    The Gospel is not about self-improvement — it is about death and resurrection. You die to your old life and are born into a new one.

  • 2

    Salvation is by grace alone through faith alone in Christ alone. It is not earned by good behavior, church attendance, or religious performance.

  • 3

    The Bible is the authoritative, inspired Word of God — not a human invention. It reveals who God is, who we are, and what He has done.

  • 4

    The Trinity is one God in three persons — Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Not three gods, not one person in three modes — one God, eternally relational.

  • 5

    Every person is made in the image of God (Imago Dei) — this gives every human life dignity, value, and purpose.

Scriptures

Reflection Questions

  1. 1

    Before this session, how would you have explained the Gospel to a friend?

  2. 2

    What part of the Gospel message is most personal to you right now?

  3. 3

    Is there anything you've been trying to earn that God freely gives?

  4. 4

    What does it mean that you are made in God's image — not just generally, but you specifically?

Action Steps

  • 1

    Read the Gospel of John this week — one chapter a day.

  • 2

    Write out the Gospel in your own words in 3 sentences or less.

  • 3

    Share what you learned with one person this week.