Developing Strategy 3

This unit teaches elders to adopt Paul’s strategy as mentioned in Acts 20 for teaching the whole counsel of God to the whole people of God.

Remember It

Contemplate these questions, then click on each question to see the answer.

1. What does Paul mean by “the whole counsel of God?”

He means the full, redemptive plan of God as revealed from Gen. 1:1 to Rev. 22. It includes all the covenants and major events of Scripture.

2. Why do children need to know the whole counsel of God along with adults?

Many children today are ignorant of the story of the whole Bible. They need to know how all the books of the Bible fit together in God’s story so they have a greater appreciation for Scripture. It will also prepare the soil of their hearts for the reception of the Gospel.

Discuss It

1. Why is it essential for the elders to know the Sunday School curriculum being used for teaching the children of the church?
2. Why is it essential for the elders to know who is teaching their children in Sunday School and youth programs?
3. How would you encourage teachers to continue improving their teaching effectiveness?

Apply It

1. Have the Sunday School director meet with the elders to explain the Sunday School curriculum and youth curriculum used by the church.
2. Require that all the teachers listen to this eleven part series on improving their teaching effectiveness.