Lesson 2: Confession 31
TEACHING PLANS
Teaching Plan—Varied Learning Activities
Connect with Life
- Ask members to individually make a list of things they own that
require regular check-ups or inspections. After a few minutes,
invite each one to share one of the things on his or her list. Ask,
Why is it important to perform check-ups and inspections? What
tends to happen if we fail to do so regularly? What are we to do
with the reports and recommendations we receive when there is a
problem? - Explain that this session’s habit of confession will guide members
to see the importance of conducting regular spiritual check-ups
of their lives and to honestly confess their sins. This is critical for
disciples in maintaining effective service for God.
Guide Bible Study
- Divide the class into two groups and give each group one
of the following assignments. (A copy of these assignments
is available in “Teaching Resource Items” for this study at
http://www.baptistwaypress.org))- Group One: Read Psalm 51:1–6. Identify phrases David used
to acknowledge his disobedience to God. Identify phrases
that illustrate his honesty in seeking restoration. Be prepared
to share your group’s thoughts with the class. - G r o u p Tw o : Read Psalm 51:7–12. Identify actions David
requested of God to restore their relationship. Identify the
outcomes related to each action. Be prepared to share your
group’s thoughts with the class.
After groups have completed their work, call for reports.
- Group One: Read Psalm 51:1–6. Identify phrases David used