1. AN INTRODUCTION

2. Provides a solid biblical foundation for new believers and mature saints Thirteen lessons consisting of foundational biblical doctrines for new believers and mature believers The class is mostly interactive, where teacher and lay people will participate in the study of God’s word together It is an intense study and very important for us all to work through together 3/30/2014 FOF - AN INTRODUCTION 2

3. FOF schedule: Lesson 1 will begin next Sunday April 6; final class will be in July (probably July 6) Vision of FOF: Discipleship and maturing for all believers to equip them for ministry (Eph. 4:11-12) Salvation of the Lost (1 Cor. 2:2; 1 Thess. 2:4) Lesson Outline: Workbook with memory verse at the beginning, followed by an outline of key points and questions germane (relevant) to topic of discussion Class Format: Mostly interactive. Be prepared to answer questions/provide applications/discuss what you have been able to do with the lessons practically 3/30/2014 FOF - AN INTRODUCTION 3

4. Working Ahead: You are required to do lesson 1 prior to next Sunday and that lesson will be the lesson we will be discussing The same goes for all other lessons We will be doing one lesson a week How will we cover everything? We will highlight the most important sections first, answer questions, and then cover anything else time allows 3/30/2014 FOF - AN INTRODUCTION 4

5. We are here to facilitate the learning process through teaching and by encouraging participation The class will be a dialogue and the teacher’s goal is to lead the way through thoughtful questions as we grow together If you have any questions, please help us to move the lessons along by presenting questions relevant to the topic at hand The discussion will be geared for all to understand: spiritual growth, assurance of salvation, and communicating the gospel will be central to our teaching 3/30/2014 FOF - AN INTRODUCTION 5

6. You can email askthepastor@graceoflongbeach.org if you have any further questions related to the topic that may not be in the lesson 3/30/2014 FOF - AN INTRODUCTION 6

7. “Now to Him who is able to establish you according to my gospel and the preaching of Jesus Christ, according to the revelation of the mystery which has been kept secret for long ages past, but now is manifested, and by the Scriptures of the prophets, according to the commandment of the eternal God, has been made known to all the nations leading to obedience of faith; to the only wise God, through Jesus Christ, be the glory forever. Amen.” (Romans 16:25-27). 3/30/2014 FOF - AN INTRODUCTION 7