Direction Student (Winter 2020): Call in the New Testament

UNIT 1: The Beginning of a Call

This unit has four sessions from the Gospel of Matthew. Session 1 highlights the heritage of Jesus. Session 2 tells the story of Jesus’ birth. Session 3 speaks of the witness of the Magi to Jesus’ call as the Messiah. Session 4 tells of the call of John the Baptist.

UNIT 2: Jesus and Calls in His Ministry

This unit present four session about Jesus’ ministry. Luke emphasizes Jesus’ call to proclamation and ministry and identifies Jesus as one who calls followers. Marks speaks to Jesus’ call to a ministry of healing. John gives us a look at Jesus’ call as the intercessor for those who follow Him.

UNIT 3: The Call of Women

This five-week study highlights women in ministry. The first session focuses on prophesying women mentioned the in New Testament. The second session focuses on the Samaritan woman’s evangelistic ministry. Session three explores Mary Magdalene’s call to unwavering discipleship. Session four gives an opportunity to study the impact of Priscilla’s ministry. The final session focuses on Lydia’s call to service and hospitality.


Direction® Student offers 13 lesson studies and includes a Bible Study Guide complete with

in-depth information to give students (ages 35 and up) more insight into the text. Also

included is cultural background information from the Precepts For Living® annual

commentary.

• Lessons are outlined and include background information so readers get an in-

depth explanation of the Scriptures.

• Analysis is written in easy-to-understand language.

• Thought-provoking questions challenge students and stimulate discussions.


FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS

Quarter At-A-Glance: Outlines what will be studied throughout the quarter


Black History Profile: Gives insight into the life of an influential person of the African

Diaspora


In Focus: Tells a story dealing with the lesson’s theme so that students can easily apply the

lesson to modern life 


In Depth: Provides a look into the meaning of the text with insight into the theology and

interpretation of the text


Make It Happen: Suggests ways to make a specific, personal commitment and take action

on what was learned through the lesson


Daily Bible Readings: Lists Scriptures to read throughout the week that support quarterly

topics and principles