Guided Bible Studies for Hungry Christians

James - The Pillar of Working Faithful Worksheet 7

Worksheet for The Faith of Teachers

My brethren, be not many masters, knowing that we shall receive the greater condemnation. For in many things we offend all. If any man offend not in word, the same is a perfect man, and able also to bridle the whole body. (James 3:1-2 AV)

126. Why is being a Teacher of the Word of God such a tough profession? James 3:1-2 (72)

A. The Teacher exposes himself to a heavier judgment in the case of transgression
B. The Teacher must handle the Word of God perfectly
C. The Teacher must be able to control and restrain his natural and spiritual life
D. All of the above

127. What is meant when James likens a Teacher of the Word of God as “putting bits in the horses’ mouths, that they may obey us”? James 3-3 (73)

A. The Teacher forces a student to be like a beast of burden
B. The Teacher guides a student, and through their obedience, their life is turned around
C. The Teacher uses a student to advance, and the student remains lowly
D. The Teacher guides a student to obedience to magnify his works in heaven

128. What is meant when James likens a Teacher’s power to the great ships “driven of fierce winds, yet are they turned about with a very small helm”? James 3:4 (74)

A. The Teacher violently shakes the student into submission
B. The Teacher is able to turn the student’s life by blowing fierce winds of anger
C. The Teacher is able to turn the student’s life when he is being buffeted and violently shook from the conflicts of the spiritual nature of righteousness and the natural nature of sin.
D. I don’t know

129. Who are the bosses of a Teacher of the LORD GOD? (Notes)

A. The LORD GOD and Jesus Christ
B. The spiritual growth of the Teacher is the controller of all he teaches
C. The Church Council and committee of Elders
D. The students and their needs

130. When does a Teacher of the LORD GOD risk serious judgment, and even possible death? (Notes)

A. If the Teacher does not do the job, and uphold the Word of God perfectly
B. A Teacher of the Word of God is holy and righteous, and will not face serious judgment
C. If a Teacher does not have many students that receive his teachings
D. If a Teacher fails to follow the doctrines of the Catholic Church

131. Let’s Talk

What are some of the newest movements of False Teachers that are occurring today?

How are False Teachers able to gain students through manipulated apostolic fervor?

How can we protect the young and immature Christian from being overcome by the promises of increased power, respect, community and reward that is promised by the False Teachers?

How can we ensure that our Teachers of the Word of God are focused on the things that the LORD GOD Wills us to learn?

How effective is the “False Teacher Checklist” in exposing the False Teachers and revealing the True Teachers of the Word of God?

132. What member defiles the whole body? James 3:5-6 (75)

A. Mouth
B. Tongue
C. Speech
D. Ears

133. How does James describe a person’s tongue? James 3:5-10 (76-79)

(May be more than one answer)
A. It is a fire filled with sin
B. Its fire controls the course of nature
C. The tongue is set on fire of hell
D. Unruly
E. Evil
F. Full of deadly poison

134. What things are tamed by mankind? James 3:7-8(77)

(May be more than one answer)
A. Beast
B. Bird
C. Serpent
D. Thing of the Sea
E. Tongue

135. (Essay)What examples does James use to prove that we cannot bless God and curse man out of the same mouth and remain holy and righteous? James 3:11-12 (80)

136. How does a wise man with knowledge speak good works in his teachings? James 3:13(82)

A. With the meekness of wisdom
B. With the sensitivities to the students needs
C. With the natural affairs of man mixed with the spiritual things of God
D. All of the above

137. If a Teacher of the Word of God has bitterness, envy, and strife in his heart, what should he do? James 3:14-16 (82)

A. Hide it from his students
B. Do not teach
C. Repent and restore his spirit
D. Pray for strength and continue teaching with endurance

138. If a Teacher tries to teach the Word of God in the midst of confusion, evil works, and strife, what results? James 3:14-16 (82)

(May be more than one answer)
A. No learning takes place
B. The teachers spiritual and physical well being are in jeopardy
C. Every teacher has a bad day every now and then
D. The students will leave that teacher and find another

139. (Essay) What is the nature of the wisdom that comes from the LORD GOD? James 3:17-18 (83)

140. What atmosphere is present when a True Teacher of the Word of God gives the things of the LORD GOD’s Word to students? James 3:17-18 (84)

A. Confusion
B. Anger
C. Emotional releases
D. Peace

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About the Author

Kathy L. McFarland is a Becker Bible Studies Teacher and Author of Guided Bible Studies for Hungry Christians. She has received her Bachelor of Science degree in Religious Studies from Liberty University, and is currently seeking her Master of Divinity (Professional Ministries Track) degree from Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary & Graduate School. Kathy is also a Hebrew language student attending an Israeli taught Ulpan and a noted expert on Old Testament exegesis, Christian apologetics, and Bible typology and mysteries.

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