New Life in Christ

New Life in Christ Castos https://new-life-in-christ-foundations-for-powerful-christian-living.castos.com Each of the 24 sessions is just under 39 minutes. A 61 page comprehensive syllabus is included. We are excited to announce that we have a new class to introduce people to the foundations of biblical study and Christian living. This class covers all the topics necessary to give a beginning student the tools needed to understand and apply biblical truth in everyday life. The class is a family collaboration of John Schoenheit and his sister, Sue Carlson. The blend of their two voices, manners, and teaching styles is an extremely logical and winning presentation that you can give to your friends and acquaintances who want to know why you are so jazzed about life and the Lord Jesus Christ. We certainly encourage you to run the class as a group whenever possible, deciding on a schedule that works for you. The syllabus pages for each session contain reflection questions that would be good for group discussion, and students could help each other master the material. Questions are encouraged at the end of each session to make sure the students are on track. Mon, 15 Feb 2010 17:24:17 +0000 en-us © 2025 Spirit & Truth Fellowship International Each of the 24 sessions is just under 39 minutes. A 61 page comprehensive syllabus is included. We are excited to announce that we have a new class to introduce people to the foundations of biblical study and Christian living. This class covers all the topics necessary to give a beginning student the tools needed to understand and apply biblical truth in everyday life. The class is a family collaboration of John Schoenheit and his sister, Sue Carlson. The blend of their two voices, manners, and teaching styles is an extremely logical and winning presentation that you can give to your friends and acquaintances who want to know why you are so jazzed about life and the Lord Jesus Christ. We certainly encourage you to run the class as a group whenever possible, deciding on a schedule that works for you. The syllabus pages for each session contain reflection questions that would be good for group discussion, and students could help each other master the material. Questions are encouraged at the end of each session to make sure the students are on track. Spirit & Truth episodic Each of the 24 sessions is just under 39 minutes. A 61 page comprehensive syllabus is included. We are excited to announce that we have a new class to introduce people to the foundations of biblical study and Christian living. This class covers all the topics necessary to give a beginning student the tools needed to understand and apply biblical truth in everyday life. The class is a family collaboration of John Schoenheit and his sister, Sue Carlson. The blend of their two voices, manners, and teaching styles is an extremely logical and winning presentation that you can give to your friends and acquaintances who want to know why you are so jazzed about life and the Lord Jesus Christ. We certainly encourage you to run the class as a group whenever possible, deciding on a schedule that works for you. The syllabus pages for each session contain reflection questions that would be good for group discussion, and students could help each other master the material. Questions are encouraged at the end of each session to make sure the students are on track. Spirit & Truth Fellowship International admin@stfi.org false

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yes <![CDATA[Session 24 - Praise and Worship]]> Mon, 15 Feb 2010 17:24:17 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/26146/episode/452480 https://new-life-in-christ.castos.com/episodes/session-24-praise-and-worship new life in christ

This closing session summarizes the entire seminar, touching on the many topics that were presented. It concludes with a discussion of worship and praise. Our Heavenly Father, Yahweh, and His Son, our Savior and Lord, Jesus Christ, are indeed worthy of our praise! We are encouraged to maintain our connection to our Masters through fervent prayers, praise, and worship. Verses: Exod. 15:1-2; Acts 16:22-25; 1 Tim. 2:8; Neh. 12:27-28, 43; Ps. 150; Phil. 1:9-11; Eph. 1:17 Teacher: John Schoenheit, Sue Carlson]]> 00:29:26 <![CDATA[Session 23 - Giving, Witnessing, and Fellowship]]> Mon, 15 Feb 2010 17:23:37 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/26146/episode/452479 https://new-life-in-christ.castos.com/episodes/session-23-giving-witnessing-and-fellowship new life in christ

This session concludes the topic of the responsibilities of sonship by addressing God’s will for us to give, witness and fellowship with other believers. God has always desired that men give, and He looks at the heart of the giver. Witnessing simply involves telling others about Christ, and He has commanded us to preach to “all creation.” Fellowship is critical to the church. We are to encourage our brothers and sisters, spurring one another to do good deeds. Verses: Gen. 4:3-5; 14:17-20; Heb. 7:4; 10:22-25; Lev. 27:30-33; Mal. 3:8-12; 1 Cor. 9:7-14; 12:12-27; 2 Cor. 5:17-20; 9:6; Mark 12:41-44; 16:15; […]]]> false new life in christ

Continuing the theme of the responsibilities that come with sonship, this session focuses on prayer and its incredible power. Several related concepts mentioned in this teaching include God’s command to pray continually, to be faithful, watchful, thankful, and to pray without ceasing. Most importantly, prayer opens the pathways for God to enter into our lives. Verses: Rom. 12:2; Eph. 6:18; Phil. 4:6; Col. 4:2; 1 Thess. 5:17; Matt. 6:7; Luke 11:1-8; 18:1; Mark 11:20-24; Dan. 10:1-14 Teacher: John Schoenheit, Sue Carlson]]> 00:37:10 <![CDATA[Session 21 - Developing the Character of Christ]]> Mon, 15 Feb 2010 17:20:06 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/26146/episode/452475 https://new-life-in-christ.castos.com/episodes/session-21-developing-the-character-of-christ new life in christ

Continuing the theme of responsibilities of being God’s sons, this session focuses on being like Christ in our behaviors. Known as “fruit of the spirit,” the Epistle to the Galatians contains a list of nine qualities that we will exhibit as we become more Christlike. We cannot erase our sin nature; however, we can choose to behave in a manner that displays our Christlike nature. Verses: Gal. 5:19-24; 6:1; Matt. 7:21; 11:29-30; Exod. 23:4-5; Luke 6:35, 45; 10:27; 1 Cor. 9:24-27; 13:4-8; Acts 5:41; 1 Thess. 5:16; Heb. 12:2; Ps. 23:5; Phil. 4:7; 2 Cor. 3:11; Isa. 9:6; Col. 1:11; […]]]> 00:39:37 <![CDATA[Session 20 - Sonship – Blessings and Responsibilities]]> Mon, 15 Feb 2010 17:17:52 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/26146/episode/452473 https://new-life-in-christ.castos.com/episodes/session-20-sonship-blessings-and-responsibilities new life in christ

As children of God, we receive countless blessings. This session enumerates the key blessings we have as Christians, among which are righteousness, justification, and sanctification. It addresses the question, “Since we know we can’t lose our salvation, why not continue sinning?” We learn that obedience amplifies our blessings, and that our behavior speaks volumes to those around us, either drawing others toward God or away from Him. Verses: 2 Cor. 1:1; 5:21; 10:3-5; Rom. 2:24; 3:20-26; 7:15-17; 12:1-2; 1 Cor. 1:2; Col. 1:2; Phil. 2:12; Heb. 11:24-25; Ps. 119:165; Eph. 2:1-3; 5:1-5: Gal. 5:16 Teacher: John Schoenheit, Sue Carlson]]> false new life in christ

This session provides descriptions of what paradise will look like and explains how we will spend eternity. God designed us to work, and various Old Testament scriptures detail our future jobs. The session explains that we will be judged for how we have lived our lives, and that judgment involves rewards. God has provided us an avenue for asking for and receiving forgiveness of our sins so that we have the best possible outcome at the judgment. Verses: Gen. 2:15; Isa. 32:1; Amos 9:13-14; Ezek. 39:14-15; 44:10-16; 47:10; Jer. 17:10; 31:12; Eph. 2:10; Matt. 16:27; 25:14-18, 26; 2 Cor. 5:9-11; […]]]> false new life in christ

This session addresses the error of the traditional Christian belief that when we die, we go immediately to heaven. God’s word provides an abundance of evidence that paradise will not be in heaven, but rather will be on this earth. For example, Jesus stated, “The meek will inherit the earth.” Multiple scripture references show clearly what Christians will inherit and exactly how glorious it will be. Verses: Heb. 2:14; 6:19; Matt. 5:5; 26:29; Ps. 37:9-11, 28-29; Ezek. 37:1-14; Gen. 1:30; 13:14-17; Acts 7:5; Rev. 19:11-15; 21:4: Luke 23:43; 1 Thess. 4:17; 1 Cor. 6:2; 13:11-12; Jer. 23:5-6; 31:33-34; Mic. 4:3-4; […]]]> false new life in christ

This session further illuminates the manifestation of speaking in tongues, discussing why, how often, and how we should or should not pray in this manner. The details are important, or else the Apostle Paul wouldn’t have devoted an entire chapter (1 Corinthians 14) to them. When speaking in tongues, what you speak is God’s business; that you speak is your business. We are to pray without ceasing. Verses: 1 Cor. 12:6, 10; 14:1, 5, 12, 18, 23; 2 Cor. 1:21; Acts 2:1-4; 10:27-29, 44, 46; 11:1-3,15,18; 1 Thess. 5:17 Teacher: John Schoenheit, Sue Carlson]]> 00:39:00 <![CDATA[Session 16 - The Manifestations of Holy Spirit]]> Mon, 15 Feb 2010 17:13:42 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/26146/episode/452469 https://new-life-in-christ.castos.com/episodes/session-16-the-manifestations-of-holy-spirit new life in christ

This session continues to unfold the many facets of the gift of holy spirit. This one gift has many functions, and we as Christians can use them all – all nine of them – when we are born again. This teaching explains that we are to manifest them, that is, we are to bring them to light. The focus of this session is speaking in tongues—what it is, what it isn’t, and 11 reasons why should we do it. Verses: 1 Cor. 12:1-11; 13:1, 8-12; 14:2-6, 15-22; John 14:16, 26; 20:21-22; Acts 1:8; 2:11; 10:46 Teacher: John Schoenheit, Sue Carlson]]> false new life in christ

We learned in the previous session that salvation in the Old Testament was vastly different in the New Testament. Session 15 continues that comparison, differentiating between Holy Spirit (the Giver) and holy spirit (the gift). In the Old Testament, holy spirit was given to few people, given by measure, and was conditional. After Pentecost, holy spirit was given to all who believe, in fullness, and is permanent. Verses: John 2:17; 4:24; 14:12; 15:26; 20:22; Acts 1:8; 2:1-5, 8, 38; 20:28; Luke 11:13; 24:49, 53; 1 Thess. 4:8; 1 Pet. 1:23; 2 Pet. 1:4; Col. 1:2; Lev. 23:15; Matt. 3:11; Ps. […]]]> false new life in christ

This session compares and contrasts salvation in the Old Testament with salvation in the New Testament. In the New Testament, you will find the terms “adoption,” “fullness,” “guarantee,” “gift,” and “nothing will separate us,” among others. God makes these promises to us, His children, due to the greatness of His love for us and for His glory through the saving work of Jesus Christ. Verses: 1 John 3:1; 1 Pet. 1:3, 23; Titus 3:5; James 1:8; Eph. 1:5,13-14, 23; 2:10; Rom. 8:15, 35-39; Gal. 4:5; 1 Cor 3:10-17; 2 Cor. 1:21-22; 5:4-5; Hosea 1:2-8; Deut. 6:25; Ps. 1:4-5; Ezek. 33:11-16; […]]]> false new life in christ

Session 13 describes the origin of the Church, which is not a building but rather an assembly of people with a specific purpose. The focus is on the 7 Epistles to the Church and how they address the doctrine, reproof, and correction aspects of what God revealed to Paul. The apex of the teaching presents God’s ‘sacred secret’ not revealed in the Old Testament or the Gospels, that is, the glorious riches of Christ in you, the hope of glory! Verses: 1 Cor. 1:2; 2:6-10; 3:7-11; Matt. 13:11; 18:17; 25:31-34; Acts 2:1-4; 19:32,39; 1 Thess. 4:13-18; Rev. 19:11-16; Eph. 1:9; […]]]> false new life in christ

Session 12 covers the fundamentals of being saved, that is, being “born again.” Faith is at the root of pleasing God. It is essential for the new birth, the gift of salvation, which we learn is easy and free to obtain. The teaching continues with discussion about the concepts of grace and works, crucial elements which differentiate how the Old and New Testaments address salvation and righteousness. Verses: Heb. 11:1, 6-7; 11:22; 2 Cor. 5:7; 10:15; Luke 17:5; Rom. 3:19-24; 10:9-10,17; 1 Tim. 2:3-4; Acts 16:22-32; 21:17-21; Eph. 2:8-9; Deut. 6:25; John 3:16 Teacher: John Schoenheit, Sue Carlson]]> false new life in christ

Session 11 highlights the fact that the entire Bible, from Genesis 3:15 to Revelation 22:21, points to Jesus Christ as our Lord and Savior. Every one of the 39 books in the Old Testament makes a specific reference to the coming Messiah. The teaching demonstrates in detail exactly how Jesus was qualified to be THE Messiah. Verses: 1 Cor. 15:3-4; 15:20-23; Gen. 22:1-2; Heb. 2:17-18; 5:7-9; 11:17-19; John 1:29; 17:1-3; Rom. 6:23; 2 Cor. 5:21; Isa. 52:13; 53:12; 1 Tim. 2:5; Luke 1:26-35; 24:1-8; Matt. 27:45-50; Acts 1:9-11 Teacher: John Schoenheit; Sue Carlson]]> false new life in christ

In Session 10, the teachers continue their quest to challenge tradition vs. Biblical truth by addressing where the dead are now, and where they are not. Death is an enemy, not an immediate transition to the afterlife. Concepts covered in Scripture include Hell, the grave, the Lake of Fire, heaven, and the devil. We learn that there is no everlasting torment for the unsaved, and that the only way to have everlasting life is through Christ. Verses: Gen. 1:21; 2:19; 3:4; Deut. 18:9-13; 1 Cor. 15:26; 2 Cor. 5:1-8; Ps. 6:5; 49:12-14; 115:17; 146:4; Eccles. 3:19-21; 9:4-6, 10; 12:7; Job […]]]> false new life in christ

Session 9 specifically addresses the often-used statement “God is in control of this world.” Here we learn that in the Garden, God gave dominion of the earth to Adam. When Adam sinned, he (Adam) relinquished that control to the Devil. Numerous scriptures demonstrate that God is love. In contrast, our world today is under the Devil’s control and reflects his character–sickness, war, lying, adultery, murder, and worse. Verses: James 1:17; Gen. 1:26-28; 1 John 3:8; 5:19-20; John 1:17-18; 10:10; 1 Cor. 15:26; 2 Cor. 4:4; Luke 4:5-7; 10:17-24; 13:10-17; Heb. 2:14; Acts 10:38; Matt. 12:22-26; Exod. 4:21; Job 1:6; Eph. […]]]> false new life in christ

Session 8 begins with the statement “The whole Bible is about two men,” the first Adam who ruined everything by bringing on the moment that mankind took on sin nature, and the last Adam who is in the process of fixing everything–Jesus Christ, the “Savior to Come,” as prophesied in Genesis. The teaching also describes some of the many figures of speech used in the Bible as the event of the fall is explained. Verses: 1 Cor. 15:45; Gen. 2:7, 16-17, 25; 3:1, 8-22; Luke 11:35; Rom. 5:12, 18-19; 8:18-22; Rev. 22:2 Teacher: John Schoenheit, Sue Carlson]]> 00:39:02 <![CDATA[Session 7 - Uncovering the Perfect Word (continued)]]> Mon, 15 Feb 2010 16:58:35 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/26146/episode/452443 https://new-life-in-christ.castos.com/episodes/session-7-uncovering-the-perfect-word-continued new life in christ

Session 7 introduces the topic of Administrations, also known as Dispensations, whereby God changes the rules of how He relates to His people over time. The eight administrations are enumerated and described, along with corroborating scriptures. When an administration changes, the rules frequently change as well. Examples of rules that changed include marriage, worship practices, food, and the Sabbath. Verses: Eph. 3:2, 9; Gen. 1:29; 2:24; 9:1-6; 12:8; 17:12-14; 20:11-12; Gal. 5:2; Exod. 20:8-10; 24:3-8; Lev. 11:3-7; 18:9; Deut. 12:1-3; Jer. 30:7; Matt. 19:4-6; Mark 1:40-45; Col. 1:25-26; Rev. 20:7-9; Rom. 1:4-5; 15:4; 1 Cor. 1:1-2; 7:2; 10:25; Col. 2:16-17 […]]]> false new life in christ

Session 6 identifies 5 key elements necessary for us to understand and watch for in Scripture that enable us to properly interpret God’s Word. These are context, scope, customs, figures of speech, and errors in translation or transmission. The teachers illustrate each of these keys through the scriptures in a most intriguing fashion. Verses: Matt. 12:38-40; 17:10-13; 24:3-14; Rev. 14:6-7; Mark 15:25, 33-34, 42; Lev. 23:4-7; Num. 28:16-18; John 19:31; 1 Pet. 1:13; Luke 6:29; Lam. 3:30; Isa. 50:6; Mal. 4:5; 2 Kings 9:30-31; Exod. 20:13; 21:12,15-16, 20; Eph. 3:2-6 Teacher: John Schoenheit, Sue Carlson]]> false new life in christ

Session 5 continues with the theme of the accuracy of God’s word with emphasis on the reader’s working to examine the scriptures carefully. This includes understanding the context, culture, and circumstance of the verses. The concept of “apparent contradictions” is discussed as well. Verses: Rom. 1:20; Hos. 4:6; 2 Tim. 2:15; Matt. 13:10; 15:1-3; 22:29; John 7:17; 1 Cor. 2:14; Prov. 2:25; 25:2; Mark 4:33-34; Gen. 6:19-21; 7:1-3; 8:18-20; 31:19, 29, 48-50; Exod. 2:1-8 Teacher: John Schoenheit, Sue Carlson]]> 00:38:10 <![CDATA[Session 4 - The Text We Have Is Reliable]]> Mon, 15 Feb 2010 16:54:32 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/26146/episode/452438 https://new-life-in-christ.castos.com/episodes/session-4-the-text-we-have-is-reliable new life in christ

Session 4 continues with the theme of the verifiability of God’s Word, highlighting the fact that multiple copies of manuscripts build the tenacity and reliability of the text. The Dead Sea Scrolls and “lost” books are addressed in this teaching, as well as “information overlap,” the idea that the same incidents are described in multiple places in the Bible and agree in detail. These topics all reinforce the accuracy of God’s Word. Verses: Phil 3:3; 1 Cor. 14:1; Matt. 6:9 Teacher: John Schoenheit, Sue Carlson]]> 00:38:46 <![CDATA[Session 3 - “Take My Word for It” – God (continued)]]> Mon, 15 Feb 2010 16:53:10 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/26146/episode/452436 https://new-life-in-christ.castos.com/episodes/session-3-take-my-word-for-it-god-continued new life in christ

>Session 3 highlights the fact that God’s Word is verifiable through scientific, archaeological, and historical records. Scriptures cited include accurate descriptions of weather patterns and winds. Archaeological dig sites confirm the existence of historical nations and locations and reveal timelines consistent with their biblical references. Verses: Job 26:7; 36:27-28; Eccles. 1:6, 7; Rev. 16:16; Dan. 1:1; 5:1; Jer. 25:1; John 7:17; 14:21 Teacher: John Schoenheit; Sue Carlson]]> Session 3 highlights the fact that God’s Word is verifiable through scientific, archaeological, and historical records. Scriptures cited include accurate descriptions of weather patterns and winds. Archaeological dig sites confirm the existence of historical nations and locations and reveal timelines consistent with their biblical references. Verses: Job 26:7; 36:27-28; Eccles. 1:6, 7; Rev. 16:16; Dan. 1:1; 5:1; Jer. 25:1; John 7:17; 14:21 Teacher: John Schoenheit; Sue Carlson]]> false new life in christ

Session 2 focuses on the historically-verifiable prophecies that are recorded in God’s Word, citing five prophecies that did in fact predict the future accurately. This sets a track record for the reliability of the truths that are contained throughout God’s Word. Verses: Gen. 12:2; 16:10; Num. 24:5; Deut. 17:14; 1 Sam. 8:4; Isa. 44:24 Teacher: John Schoenheit, Sue Carlson]]> 00:38:29 <![CDATA[Session 1 - Introduction]]> Mon, 15 Feb 2010 16:50:51 +0000 Spirit & Truth https://permalink.castos.com/podcast/26146/episode/452434 https://new-life-in-christ.castos.com/episodes/session-1-introduction-3 new life in christ

Session 1 focuses on the basics of the Bible: the integrity of the Word of God, how the Word of God came to us, the characteristics of God’s Word, and the blessings of His Word. Verses: 2 Cor. 5:17; Rom. 7:12; 10:17; 15:4; Ps. 12:6; 19:7; 138:2; 119:97-100, 160; Num. 23:19; 2 Tim. 3:15-16; 2 Pet. 1:20-21; Gal. 1:11; John 8:32; 17:17; Luke 24:32; Jer. 15:16 Teacher: John Schoenheit, Sue Carlson]]> false new life in christ