
Gradients: Faith & Action - Thoughtful Youth Bible Study Curriculum
The Gradients Bible study series is a relevant and culturally-sensitive resource that helps youth workers address faith issues in a way that matters to today’s teens. Volume 3 in the series, Faith & Action, offers Biblical foundation for why Christians should participate in missions and social justice issues. Students will learn that pursuing justice should be the core of our faith - "making Earth as it is in Heaven." Each of the eight studies has a selected Bible study Scripture, and a Big Idea. The Leader Preparation material will help you delve more deeply in the Scriptures to be taught. The lesson plans will help you lead youth through a Bible learning experience with these parts: Introduction Activity Bible Study Discussion Application Prayer Overview LESSON 1: GOOD NEWS EMBODIEDBible Study: Matthew 22:37–39; 1 John 4:7–12 LESSON 2: THE NOWBible Study: Mark 1:15; Luke 4:14–21; Luke 7:18–22 LESSON 3: LIVING THE PARADOXBible Study: Matthew 5:3–12; John 8:1–11 LESSON 4: BEYOND