David and Mary's Journey Through NextGen

NextGen Spiritual Journey Timeline

Sunday School Class 1 (Ages 4-5)
- Introduced to 52 major Bible stories (Noah’s Ark, David & Goliath)
- Taught that the Bible is God’s authoritative Word
- Emphasis on turning to the Bible for answers
Sunday School Class 2 (Ages 6-8)
- Continue learning major Bible stories
- Learn to compare everything in life against Scripture
- Strengthened understanding that the Bible is the foundation of truth
Sunday School Class 3 (Ages 9-11)
- Introduction to apologetics and defending their faith
- Deeper exploration of Bible stories and their application
- Strong focus on Bible as the compass for decisions and behavior
Teen Class (Ages 12-15)
- Monthly meetings addressing life issues (identity, peer pressure)
- Bible-centered approach to navigating moral and cultural challenges
- Emphasis on applying Scripture to real-life situations
Baptism Class (Ages 15 and older)
- 4-6 months, covering 101 units on Christian living and faith
- Water baptism as a public declaration of faith
- Official church membership and deeper commitment to service
Pre-Marriage Class (Before Marriage)
- 3-4 months, covering 15-20 units on biblical marriage
- Focus on building a Christ-centered relationship
- Preparation for lifelong commitment based on Scripture

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The NextGen Growth Path outlines a comprehensive spiritual journey from childhood to adulthood within a church setting
Children ages 4-5 are introduced to major Bible stories and taught that Scripture is God's authoritative Word
Ages 6-11 focus on deepening Bible knowledge, comparing life experiences to Scripture, and learning apologetics
The teen class (ages 12-15) addresses real-life issues through a Bible-centered approach
A Baptism Class for ages 15 and older prepares individuals for water baptism and church membership
The Pre-Marriage Class focuses on building Christ-centered relationships based on biblical principles
Throughout all stages, the emphasis is on using the Bible as the foundation for truth, decision-making, and lifestyle choices
The growth path aims to create a strong spiritual foundation from childhood through young adulthood </aside>

<aside> ✍🏻 Document Update on Sep 10th, 2024 by Paul Natekin Solid Foundation Texas

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