Achten Häus Learning to Live Inside the Story of Scripture

Matthew 1–10 — The King Has Arrived

Primary Goal

Establish how the class works

help students see:

Jesus is the promised King

and His kingdom has come.

Students should leave:

understanding the class rhythm

beginning to see who Jesus is

recognizing that following Him requires response

Class Flow

OPENING + FRAMEWORK (0:00–0:15)

Say:

“This class is not just about learning information.

We are learning to read Scripture, understand it, and live inside it.”

Introduce the rhythm:

Write or say:

Read

See

Understand

Receive

Respond

Brief prayer

ORIENTATION TO MATTHEW (0:15–0:20)

Say:

“The Old Testament ends with waiting.

Matthew begins by showing us that the promised King has come.”

“Watch how Jesus acts—and then how He teaches.”

READING THE TEXT (0:20–0:35)

Focus passages (from the week):

Matthew 1:18–25 (birth of Jesus)

Matthew 4:18–22 (call to follow)

Matthew 5:1–12 (Beatitudes — anchor)

Matthew 7:24–27 (wise and foolish builder)

Say:

“As we read, ask: What kind of King is Jesus?”

OBSERVE (0:35–0:55)

Ask:

What stands out about how Jesus begins His ministry?

What kind of people does He call?

What kind of life does He describe in Matthew 5?

Guide toward:

Jesus calls ordinary people

His kingdom is different than expected

His teaching focuses on the heart

Let students speak first—guide gently

UNDERSTAND (0:55–1:10)

Ask:

What does this show us about Jesus as King?

Is this what people expected from a king?

What kind of life belongs in His kingdom?

Emphasize:

“Jesus is not just a teacher—He is the King.”

“And His kingdom is not just outward—it changes the heart.”

Vocabulary:

Kingdom — God’s rule and reign through Jesus

RECEIVE (1:10–1:15)

Pause.

Say:

“Take a moment—what are you seeing about Jesus?”

(30–60 seconds silence)

7. DISCUSS (1:15–1:25)

Ask:

What kind of King is Jesus? (from booklet)

What is hardest to obey? (from booklet)

Keep this connected to their weekly reflection

8. RESPOND (1:25–1:30)

Ask:

“What is one thing you will do this week in response to Jesus?”

Tie directly to:

“Follow me.”

Journal Connection

Remind them:

“This week, don’t just read—pay attention to how Jesus is calling you to follow Him.”

Teacher Notes

Do:

keep things simple

establish the class rhythm clearly

connect everything back to Jesus

allow students to speak

Matthew 11–28 — The King Is Received and Rejected

Primary Goal

Help students see:

Jesus is the King—but not everyone receives Him.

Students should begin to understand:

people respond differently to Jesus

hearing is not the same as responding

following Jesus requires real reception, not just exposure

Class Flow

1. OPENING (0:00–0:10)

Say:

“Last week we saw that Jesus is the King and what His kingdom is like.

This week we begin to see how people respond to Him.”

Pray briefly.

2. ORIENTATION (0:10–0:15)

Say:

“As Jesus continues His ministry, not everyone responds the same way.”

“Some listen and follow. Others hear—but resist.”

“Watch the difference between hearing and responding.”

3. READING THE TEXT (0:15–0:30)

Focus passages (from the week):

Matthew 11:28–30 (Come to Me)

Matthew 13:1–23 (Parable of the sower — anchor)

Matthew 16:13–17 (Who do you say I am?)

Matthew 21:33–46 (Rejection of the Son)

Say:

“As we read, ask: Why do some people receive Jesus—and others do not?”

4. OBSERVE (0:30–0:50)

Ask:

What different responses do you see to Jesus?

What happens in the parable of the sower?

What kind of people receive the message?

Guide toward:

some hear but don’t understand

some respond briefly but fall away

some are distracted

some truly receive

Let students describe before you explain

5. UNDERSTAND (0:50–1:10)

Ask:

What makes the difference between these responses?

Why doesn’t everyone receive the kingdom?

What does it mean to truly “hear”?

Emphasize:

“Hearing Jesus is not the same as receiving Him.”

“The difference is not information—it is response.”

Vocabulary:

Receive — to truly hear, accept, and respond to Jesus

6. RECEIVE (1:10–1:15)

Pause.

Say:

“Take a moment—where do you see yourself in these responses?”

(30–60 seconds silence)

7. DISCUSS (1:15–1:25)

Ask (from booklet):

Why do some people reject Jesus?

Where do I resist Him?

Add:

What distracts people from truly receiving Jesus?

8. RESPOND (1:25–1:30)

Ask:

“What is one way you need to respond to Jesus this week—not just hear Him?”

Keep it simple and personal

Journal Connection

Remind them:

“This week, pay attention not just to what you read—but how you respond.”

Teacher Notes

Do:

keep the focus on responses to Jesus

let students identify patterns

connect everything back to personal response

Mark 1–16 — The King in Action

Primary Goal

Help students see:

Jesus is powerful—but following Him leads through suffering.

Students should begin to understand:

who Jesus is must be personally answered

following Him has a cost

power and suffering are connected

Class Flow

1. OPENING (0:00–0:10)

Say:

“We’ve seen who Jesus is and how people respond.

Now we watch what He actually does.”

Pray briefly.

2. ORIENTATION (0:10–0:15)

Say:

“Mark moves quickly—action after action.”

“But everything builds toward one key question:

Who do you say that I am?”

3. READING THE TEXT (0:15–0:30)

Focus passages:

Mark 1:14–20 (call to follow)

Mark 4:35–41 (Jesus’ authority)

Mark 8:27–38 (anchor — turning point)

Mark 10:32–45 (suffering and service)

Say:

“As we read, watch what Jesus does—and how people respond.”

🟥 4. OBSERVE (0:30–0:50)

Ask:

What stands out about what Jesus does?

How do people react to His power?

What happens in chapter 8?

Guide toward:

Jesus has authority over everything

people are amazed—but confused

disciples misunderstand

turning point: identity + suffering

5. UNDERSTAND (0:50–1:10)

Ask:

Why is Peter’s statement so important?

Why does Jesus immediately talk about suffering?

What does it mean to “take up your cross”?

Emphasize:

“Knowing who Jesus is leads to following Him.”

“Following Him means surrender—not comfort.”

Vocabulary:

Disciple — one who follows Jesus and learns from Him

6. RECEIVE (1:10–1:15)

Pause.

Say:

“Take a moment—what is hardest about following Jesus?”

7. DISCUSS (1:15–1:25)

Ask (from booklet):

Who do I say Jesus is?

What does following Him cost?

8. RESPOND (1:25–1:30)

Ask:

“What is one way you need to follow Jesus more seriously this week?”

WEEK 3 WIN

Students:

see Jesus clearly

wrestle with cost

begin personal commitment

Luke 1–24 — The Savior for All

Primary Goal

Help students see:

Jesus came for all—especially the overlooked and lost.

Students should begin to understand:

who Jesus notices

what God is like toward the lost

how their hearts align (or don’t) with His

Class Flow

🟩 1. OPENING (0:00–0:10)

Say:

“We’ve seen Jesus’ power and the cost of following Him.

Now we see who He came for.”

Pray briefly.

🟨 2. ORIENTATION (0:10–0:15)

Say:

“Luke shows us the people others ignore—

and how Jesus responds to them.”

🟦 3. READING THE TEXT (0:15–0:30)

Focus passages:

Luke 4:16–21 (mission)

Luke 7:36–50 (forgiveness)

Luke 10:25–37 (Good Samaritan)

Luke 15:1–32 (anchor — lost)

Say:

“As we read, watch who Jesus notices.”

🟥 4. OBSERVE (0:30–0:50)

Ask:

Who does Jesus interact with?

Who do others ignore or reject?

What happens in Luke 15?

Guide toward:

sinners, outsiders, broken people

religious leaders miss it

God actively seeks the lost

🟪 5. UNDERSTAND (0:50–1:10)

Ask:

What do these stories show about God?

Why do some people struggle with this?

What is the attitude of the older brother?

Emphasize:

“God is not distant—He pursues.”

“Following Jesus means caring about who He cares about.”

Vocabulary:

Compassion — caring deeply and moving toward others

⬛ 6. RECEIVE (1:10–1:15)

Pause.

Say:

“Who do you tend to overlook?”

🟫 7. DISCUSS (1:15–1:25)

Ask (from booklet):

Who does Jesus pursue?

Who do I overlook?

🟩 8. RESPOND (1:25–1:30)

Ask:

“What is one way you can care about someone this week that you normally wouldn’t?”

🎯 WEEK 4 WIN

Students:

see God’s heart

recognize bias/blind spots

move toward others

📄

John 1–21 — Life in the Son

Achten Häus

New Testament Apprenticeship Guide — Teacher Flow

🎯 PRIMARY GOAL

Help students see:

Life is found in Jesus—and must be received by believing and abiding.

Students should begin to understand:

who Jesus claims to be

what belief really means

what it means to abide in Him

⏱️ CLASS FLOW

🟩 1. OPENING (0:00–0:10)

Say:

“We’ve seen who Jesus is, what He does, and who He came for.

Now we are invited to believe in Him and receive life.”

Pray briefly.

🟨 2. ORIENTATION (0:10–0:15)

Say:

“John focuses on belief.”

“Watch what Jesus says about Himself—and how people respond.”

🟦 3. READING THE TEXT (0:15–0:30)

Focus passages:

John 1:1–14 (Word)

John 3:1–16 (new life)

John 10:7–18 (shepherd)

John 15:1–11 (anchor — abide)

Say:

“As we read, ask: What does it mean to believe?”

🟥 4. OBSERVE (0:30–0:50)

Ask:

What does Jesus say about Himself?

What words repeat?

How do people respond to Him?

Guide toward:

strong identity claims

belief vs unbelief

life vs death

connection imagery (vine/branches)

🟪 5. UNDERSTAND (0:50–1:10)

Ask:

What does it mean to believe?

What does it mean to abide?

What happens if we disconnect from Jesus?

Emphasize:

“Belief is trust—not just knowledge.”

“Abiding means staying connected to Jesus.”

Vocabulary:

Abide — to remain connected to Jesus

⬛ 6. RECEIVE (1:10–1:15)

Pause.

Say:

“Where do you feel disconnected from Jesus?”

🟫 7. DISCUSS (1:15–1:25)

Ask (from booklet):

What does it mean to believe in Jesus?

Am I abiding or drifting?

🟩 8. RESPOND (1:25–1:30)

Ask:

“What is one way you can stay connected to Jesus this week?”

🎯 WEEK 5 WIN

Students:

understand belief as trust

begin to grasp abiding

recognize spiritual drift

Acts 1–28 — Empowered for the Mission

Achten Häus

New Testament Apprenticeship Guide — Teacher Flow

🎯 PRIMARY GOAL

Help students see:

Jesus continues His work through His people by the Spirit.

Students should begin to understand:

the role of the Holy Spirit

that the mission continues through believers

that following Jesus includes participating in His work

⏱️ CLASS FLOW

🟩 1. OPENING (0:00–0:10)

Say:

“We’ve seen who Jesus is and what it means to follow Him.

Now we see how His work continues.”

Pray briefly.

🟨 2. ORIENTATION (0:10–0:15)

Say:

“Acts shows us what happens after Jesus ascends.”

“Watch how the Spirit leads—and how the gospel spreads.”

🟦 3. READING THE TEXT (0:15–0:30)

Focus passages:

Acts 1:6–11 (commission)

Acts 2:1–13 (anchor — Spirit comes)

Acts 4:23–31 (boldness)

Acts 13:1–3 (mission begins)

Say:

“As we read, watch what changes when the Spirit comes.”

🟥 4. OBSERVE (0:30–0:50)

Ask:

What happens in Acts 2?

What changes in the disciples?

How does the message spread?

Guide toward:

fear → boldness

Spirit empowers

gospel moves outward

🟪 5. UNDERSTAND (0:50–1:10)

Ask:

What is the role of the Spirit?

Is this just for the apostles—or all believers?

What is the mission of the church?

Emphasize:

“Jesus is still working—through His people.”

“The Spirit empowers us to participate in His mission.”

Vocabulary:

Holy Spirit — God’s presence with and in His people

⬛ 6. RECEIVE (1:10–1:15)

Pause.

Say:

“Where do you need God’s help to follow Him?”

🟫 7. DISCUSS (1:15–1:25)

Ask (from booklet):

What is the Spirit doing?

Where is God inviting me to join Him?

🟩 8. RESPOND (1:25–1:30)

Ask:

“What is one way you can step into what God is doing this week?”

🎯 WEEK 6 WIN

Students:

see the Spirit’s role

understand mission

begin to see themselves as participants

📄

Romans 1–8 — Righteousness Revealed

Achten Häus

New Testament Apprenticeship Guide — Teacher Flow

🎯 PRIMARY GOAL

Help students see:

God makes us right with Him through Jesus—not through ourselves.

Students should begin to understand:

the problem of sin

God’s solution in Christ

the meaning of righteousness

⏱️ CLASS FLOW

🟩 1. OPENING (0:00–0:10)

Say:

“We’ve seen Jesus and the mission—now we understand what it all means.”

Pray briefly.

🟨 2. ORIENTATION (0:10–0:15)

Say:

“Romans is different—it builds an argument.”

“Follow how each idea connects.”

🟦 3. READING THE TEXT (0:15–0:30)

Focus passages:

Romans 1:16–17 (gospel power)

Romans 3:21–26 (anchor — justification)

Romans 5:6–11 (Christ died for us)

Romans 8:1–4 (no condemnation)

Say:

“As we read, ask: How are we made right with God?”

🟥 4. OBSERVE (0:30–0:50)

Ask:

What problem does Paul describe?

What does God do about it?

What repeats? (sin, righteousness, faith)

Guide toward:

all are sinful

God provides righteousness

through Jesus

🟪 5. UNDERSTAND (0:50–1:10)

Ask:

What does “righteousness” mean here?

Why can’t we make ourselves right?

What does Jesus accomplish?

Emphasize:

“We are made right with God by what Jesus has done—not by what we do.”

Vocabulary:

Righteousness — being made right with God

⬛ 6. RECEIVE (1:10–1:15)

Pause.

Say:

“Where do you try to rely on yourself instead of God?”

🟫 7. DISCUSS (1:15–1:25)

Ask (from booklet):

What has God done to make me right?

Where do I trust myself instead of Him?

🟩 8. RESPOND (1:25–1:30)

Ask:

“What is one way you can trust what Jesus has done this week?”

🎯 WEEK 7 WIN

Students:

understand the gospel clearly

see their need

begin to trust Christ

📄

Romans 9–16 — Living in Light of Mercy

Achten Häus

New Testament Apprenticeship Guide — Teacher Flow

🎯 PRIMARY GOAL

Help students see:

Those made right with God are called to live transformed lives.

Students should begin to understand:

truth leads to transformation

belief shapes behavior

following Jesus involves surrender

⏱️ CLASS FLOW

🟩 1. OPENING (0:00–0:10)

Say:

“We’ve seen how God makes us right.

Now we see how we live in response.”

Pray briefly.

🟨 2. ORIENTATION (0:10–0:15)

Say:

“Paul moves from what God has done—to how we live.”

🟦 3. READING THE TEXT (0:15–0:30)

Focus passages:

Romans 9:14–16 (God’s mercy)

Romans 12:1–2 (anchor — transformed life)

Romans 13:8–10 (love)

Romans 15:1–7 (living together)

Say:

“As we read, ask: How should we respond to God’s mercy?”

🟥 4. OBSERVE (0:30–0:50)

Ask:

What changes after chapter 11?

What kind of life is described?

What is emphasized?

Guide toward:

surrender

transformation

love

community

🟪 5. UNDERSTAND (0:50–1:10)

Ask:

What does it mean to offer your life to God?

What does transformation look like?

How does truth shape behavior?

Emphasize:

“Following Jesus means offering your whole life—not just parts.”

Vocabulary:

Transformation — a changed life shaped by God

⬛ 6. RECEIVE (1:10–1:15)

Pause.

Say:

“What part of your life is hardest to surrender?”

🟫 7. DISCUSS (1:15–1:25)

Ask (from booklet):

How should I respond to God’s mercy?

Where is my life not yet surrendered?

🟩 8. RESPOND (1:25–1:30)

Ask:

“What is one area you need to offer to God this week?”

🎯 WEEK 8 WIN

Students:

see response clearly

identify areas of surrender

connect belief to life

📄

1 Corinthians 1–16 — Living as God’s People

Achten Häus

New Testament Apprenticeship Guide — Teacher Flow

🎯 PRIMARY GOAL

Help students see:

Following Jesus means living differently from the world—especially together.

Students should begin to understand:

the difference between worldly and godly thinking

how truth applies in real life

what it means to live as God’s people

⏱️ CLASS FLOW

🟩 1. OPENING (0:00–0:10)

Say:

“We’ve seen how we are to live—now we see what that looks like in a real church.”

Pray briefly.

🟨 2. ORIENTATION (0:10–0:15)

Say:

“1 Corinthians deals with real problems.”

“Watch how truth is applied to everyday life.”

🟦 3. READING THE TEXT (0:15–0:30)

Focus passages:

1 Corinthians 1:18–25 (anchor — wisdom)

1 Corinthians 3:1–9 (spiritual maturity)

1 Corinthians 6:12–20 (living differently)

1 Corinthians 12:12–27 (body)

Say:

“As we read, ask: What does it mean to live as God’s people?”

🟥 4. OBSERVE (0:30–0:50)

Ask:

What problems does Paul address?

How do people think differently than God?

What stands out about the church?

Guide toward:

division

immaturity

worldly thinking

need for unity

🟪 5. UNDERSTAND (0:50–1:10)

Ask:

What is true wisdom?

Why do believers struggle to live differently?

What does it mean to be the body of Christ?

Emphasize:

“Following Jesus changes how we think—and how we live together.”

Vocabulary:

Church — the people of God who follow Jesus

⬛ 6. RECEIVE (1:10–1:15)

Pause.

Say:

“Where is your thinking shaped more by the world than by God?”

🟫 7. DISCUSS (1:15–1:25)

Ask (from booklet):

Where is my thinking shaped by the world?

Where does my life not reflect Christ?

🟩 8. RESPOND (1:25–1:30)

Ask:

“What is one way you need to live differently this week?”

🎯 WEEK 9 WIN

Students:

see real-life application

recognize worldly influence

begin living differently

2 Corinthians 1–13; Galatians 1–6 — Holding Fast to the Gospel

Achten Häus

New Testament Apprenticeship Guide — Teacher Flow

🎯 PRIMARY GOAL

Help students see:

The gospel must not be changed—and God’s power is seen in weakness.

Students should begin to understand:

the importance of holding to the true gospel

the danger of relying on self

how weakness becomes the place of God’s strength

⏱️ CLASS FLOW

🟩 1. OPENING (0:00–0:10)

Say:

“We’ve seen how to live as God’s people.

Now we see what must never change.”

Pray briefly.

🟨 2. ORIENTATION (0:10–0:15)

Say:

“Paul is defending the gospel—and correcting people who are drifting from it.”

“Watch where people try to rely on themselves instead of Christ.”

🟦 3. READING THE TEXT (0:15–0:30)

Focus passages:

2 Corinthians 4:7–12 (treasure in jars)

2 Corinthians 12:7–10 (weakness)

Galatians 1:6–9 (different gospel)

Galatians 2:20 (anchor — life in Christ)

Say:

“As we read, ask: What must not change about the gospel?”

🟥 4. OBSERVE (0:30–0:50)

Ask:

What concerns Paul?

What are people adding or changing?

What stands out about weakness?

Guide toward:

distortion of the gospel

reliance on self

God’s power through weakness

🟪 5. UNDERSTAND (0:50–1:10)

Ask:

What is the true gospel?

Why is it dangerous to add to it?

Why does God work through weakness?

Emphasize:

“The gospel is about what Christ has done—not what we add.”

“God’s strength shows most clearly in our weakness.”

Vocabulary:

Grace — God’s undeserved favor

⬛ 6. RECEIVE (1:10–1:15)

Pause.

Say:

“Where are you relying on yourself instead of Christ?”

🟫 7. DISCUSS (1:15–1:25)

Ask (from booklet):

Where do I rely on myself instead of Christ?

Where am I tempted to change or add to the gospel?

🟩 8. RESPOND (1:25–1:30)

Ask:

“What is one way you can trust Christ instead of yourself this week?”

🎯 WEEK 10 WIN

Students:

understand the gospel clearly

recognize self-reliance

begin trusting grace

📄

Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians — Rooted and Grounded in Christ

Achten Häus

New Testament Apprenticeship Guide — Teacher Flow

🎯 PRIMARY GOAL

Help students see:

Believers are united in Christ and called to grow into maturity.

Students should begin to understand:

their identity in Christ

how identity shapes life

the importance of growth and unity

⏱️ CLASS FLOW

🟩 1. OPENING (0:00–0:10)

Say:

“We’ve seen what must not change—now we see who we are in Christ.”

Pray briefly.

🟨 2. ORIENTATION (0:10–0:15)

Say:

“Paul uses the phrase ‘in Christ’ again and again.”

“Watch how identity shapes how we live.”

🟦 3. READING THE TEXT (0:15–0:30)

Focus passages:

Ephesians 2:1–10 (anchor — identity)

Ephesians 4:1–6 (unity)

Philippians 2:1–11 (humility)

Colossians 1:15–20 (Christ central)

Say:

“As we read, ask: Who are we in Christ?”

🟥 4. OBSERVE (0:30–0:50)

Ask:

What does Paul say about believers?

What repeats?

How is Jesus described?

Guide toward:

new identity

unity

Christ at the center

🟪 5. UNDERSTAND (0:50–1:10)

Ask:

What is true about us in Christ?

How should that affect how we live?

Why does identity matter?

Emphasize:

“We don’t live to earn identity—we live from it.”

Vocabulary:

Identity — who we are because of Christ

⬛ 6. RECEIVE (1:10–1:15)

Pause.

Say:

“Where are you not living from your identity in Christ?”

🟫 7. DISCUSS (1:15–1:25)

Ask (from booklet):

What is true about me in Christ?

Where am I not living from that identity?

🟩 8. RESPOND (1:25–1:30)

Ask:

“What is one way you can live from your identity this week?”

🎯 WEEK 11 WIN

Students:

understand identity

connect identity to life

begin living from truth

📄

1–2 Thessalonians; 1 Timothy — Faithful Over Time

Achten Häus

New Testament Apprenticeship Guide — Teacher Flow

🎯 PRIMARY GOAL

Help students see:

Following Jesus means remaining faithful over time.

Students should begin to understand:

the importance of perseverance

how truth shapes daily life

the role of faithfulness in leadership

⏱️ CLASS FLOW

🟩 1. OPENING (0:00–0:10)

Say:

“We’ve seen who we are in Christ—now we see how to remain faithful.”

Pray briefly.

🟨 2. ORIENTATION (0:10–0:15)

Say:

“These letters focus on steady, faithful living.”

“Watch how truth shapes everyday life.”

🟦 3. READING THE TEXT (0:15–0:30)

Focus passages:

1 Thessalonians 1:2–10 (example)

1 Thessalonians 4:1–8 (holy living)

1 Timothy 4:12–16 (anchor — faithfulness)

1 Timothy 6:11–16 (pursue godliness)

Say:

“As we read, ask: What does faithful living look like?”

🟥 4. OBSERVE (0:30–0:50)

Ask:

What is emphasized about life over time?

What kind of person is described?

What stands out about leadership?

Guide toward:

consistency

growth

example to others

🟪 5. UNDERSTAND (0:50–1:10)

Ask:

What does it mean to be faithful?

Why is consistency difficult?

How does truth shape daily life?

Emphasize:

“Faithfulness is not dramatic—it is steady.”

Vocabulary:

Faithfulness — remaining loyal to God over time

⬛ 6. RECEIVE (1:10–1:15)

Pause.

Say:

“Where are you drifting or becoming inconsistent?”

🟫 7. DISCUSS (1:15–1:25)

Ask (from booklet):

Where do I need to remain faithful?

Where am I drifting or distracted?

🟩 8. RESPOND (1:25–1:30)

Ask:

“What is one way you can be more faithful this week?”

🎯 WEEK 12 WIN

Students:

understand faithfulness

identify drift

commit to consistency

📄

2 Timothy, Titus, Philemon — Finishing Well

Achten Häus

New Testament Apprenticeship Guide — Teacher Flow

🎯 PRIMARY GOAL

Help students see:

Following Jesus means holding fast to truth and passing it on.

Students should begin to understand:

the importance of Scripture

the call to perseverance

the responsibility to help others grow

⏱️ CLASS FLOW

🟩 1. OPENING (0:00–0:10)

Say:

“We’ve seen how to remain faithful—now we see how to finish well.”

Pray briefly.

🟨 2. ORIENTATION (0:10–0:15)

Say:

“Paul is writing near the end of his life.”

“Watch what matters most to him.”

🟦 3. READING THE TEXT (0:15–0:30)

Focus passages:

2 Timothy 1:6–14 (hold fast)

2 Timothy 2:1–2 (pass it on)

2 Timothy 3:14–17 (anchor — Scripture)

2 Timothy 4:6–8 (finishing well)

Say:

“As we read, ask: What does it mean to finish well?”

🟥 4. OBSERVE (0:30–0:50)

Ask:

What is Paul concerned about?

What does he emphasize?

What role does Scripture play?

Guide toward:

holding truth

teaching others

endurance

🟪 5. UNDERSTAND (0:50–1:10)

Ask:

Why is Scripture so important?

What does it mean to pass on the faith?

What does finishing well look like?

Emphasize:

“Faith is not just for us—it is to be passed on.”

Vocabulary:

Scripture — God’s Word given for teaching, correction, and life

⬛ 6. RECEIVE (1:10–1:15)

Pause.

Say:

“What truth do you need to hold onto right now?”

🟫 7. DISCUSS (1:15–1:25)

Ask (from booklet):

What truth must I hold onto?

Who can I help grow in Christ?

🟩 8. RESPOND (1:25–1:30)

Ask:

“What is one way you can hold fast—and help someone else this week?”

🎯 WEEK 13 WIN

Students:

value Scripture

think beyond themselves

begin investing in others

Hebrews 1–13 — Hold Fast to Christ

Achten Häus

New Testament Apprenticeship Guide — Teacher Flow

🎯 PRIMARY GOAL

Help students see:

Jesus is greater than all—and we must hold fast to Him.

Students should begin to understand:

the supremacy of Christ

the danger of drifting

the call to endure

⏱️ CLASS FLOW

🟩 1. OPENING (0:00–0:10)

Say:

“We’ve seen how to finish well.

Now we are warned not to drift—and called to hold fast.”

Pray briefly.

🟨 2. ORIENTATION (0:10–0:15)

Say:

“Hebrews compares Jesus to everything else—and shows He is greater.”

“Watch for both encouragement and warning.”

🟦 3. READING THE TEXT (0:15–0:30)

Focus passages:

Hebrews 1:1–4 (Jesus is supreme)

Hebrews 4:14–16 (hold fast)

Hebrews 10:19–25 (draw near)

Hebrews 12:1–2 (anchor — endurance)

Say:

“As we read, ask: Why must we hold fast to Jesus?”

🟥 4. OBSERVE (0:30–0:50)

Ask:

How is Jesus described?

What warnings do you see?

What is repeated?

Guide toward:

Jesus is greater than all

warnings about drifting

call to endurance

🟪 5. UNDERSTAND (0:50–1:10)

Ask:

Why is it easy to drift?

What does it mean to hold fast?

What helps us endure?

Emphasize:

“Drifting doesn’t happen suddenly—it happens slowly.”

“Endurance comes from fixing our eyes on Jesus.”

Vocabulary:

Endurance — continuing to follow Jesus over time

⬛ 6. RECEIVE (1:10–1:15)

Pause.

Say:

“Where do you feel yourself drifting?”

🟫 7. DISCUSS (1:15–1:25)

Ask (from booklet):

Where am I tempted to drift?

What is competing with Christ in my life?

🟩 8. RESPOND (1:25–1:30)

Ask:

“What is one way you can hold fast to Jesus this week?”

🎯 WEEK 14 WIN

Students:

recognize drift

see Christ’s supremacy

commit to endurance

📄

James; 1 Peter — Faith That Works

Achten Häus

New Testament Apprenticeship Guide — Teacher Flow

🎯 PRIMARY GOAL

Help students see:

True faith is lived out—especially in difficulty.

Students should begin to understand:

faith shows itself in action

trials reveal what we believe

obedience is essential

⏱️ CLASS FLOW

🟩 1. OPENING (0:00–0:10)

Say:

“We’ve been called to hold fast.

Now we see what that looks like in real life.”

Pray briefly.

🟨 2. ORIENTATION (0:10–0:15)

Say:

“James and Peter focus on how faith shows up in everyday life.”

“Watch how trials reveal what we truly believe.”

🟦 3. READING THE TEXT (0:15–0:30)

Focus passages:

James 1:2–4 (trials)

James 1:22–25 (anchor — doers)

James 2:14–17 (faith and works)

1 Peter 1:6–9 (tested faith)

Say:

“As we read, ask: What does real faith look like?”

🟥 4. OBSERVE (0:30–0:50)

Ask:

What do trials reveal?

What is said about faith and action?

What stands out?

Guide toward:

trials test faith

faith must act

hearing vs doing

🟪 5. UNDERSTAND (0:50–1:10)

Ask:

What does it mean to be a “doer”?

Why isn’t belief alone enough?

How do trials strengthen faith?

Emphasize:

“Real faith changes how we live.”

“Trials reveal—not create—our faith.”

Vocabulary:

Obedience — living in response to what God says

⬛ 6. RECEIVE (1:10–1:15)

Pause.

Say:

“Where is your faith not being lived out?”

🟫 7. DISCUSS (1:15–1:25)

Ask (from booklet):

Where is my faith not being lived out?

How do I respond in trials?

🟩 8. RESPOND (1:25–1:30)

Ask:

“What is one way you can act on your faith this week?”

🎯 WEEK 15 WIN

Students:

connect faith to action

reflect on trials

move toward obedience

📄

2 Peter; 1–3 John — Walking in Truth

Achten Häus

New Testament Apprenticeship Guide — Teacher Flow

🎯 PRIMARY GOAL

Help students see:

Following Jesus means walking in truth and love—and not being led astray.

Students should begin to understand:

the importance of truth

the danger of false teaching

the connection between truth and love

⏱️ CLASS FLOW

🟩 1. OPENING (0:00–0:10)

Say:

“We’ve seen that real faith is lived out.

Now we are called to walk in truth.”

Pray briefly.

🟨 2. ORIENTATION (0:10–0:15)

Say:

“These letters warn about false teaching.”

“Watch how truth and love are connected.”

🟦 3. READING THE TEXT (0:15–0:30)

Focus passages:

2 Peter 1:3–11 (growth)

2 Peter 2:1–3 (false teaching)

1 John 1:5–7 (walking in light)

1 John 5:11–13 (anchor — assurance)

Say:

“As we read, ask: What does it mean to walk in truth?”

🟥 4. OBSERVE (0:30–0:50)

Ask:

What warnings are given?

What is said about truth?

How are truth and life connected?

Guide toward:

danger of false teaching

importance of truth

connection to how we live

🟪 5. UNDERSTAND (0:50–1:10)

Ask:

What does it mean to walk in truth?

Why is false teaching dangerous?

How do we know we have life?

Emphasize:

“Truth is not just something we know—it is something we live.”

“Walking in truth leads to assurance.”

Vocabulary:

Truth — what is real and revealed by God

⬛ 6. RECEIVE (1:10–1:15)

Pause.

Say:

“Where are you unsure—or vulnerable to wrong thinking?”

🟫 7. DISCUSS (1:15–1:25)

Ask (from booklet):

Do I know the truth and walk in it?

Where am I vulnerable to false ideas?

🟩 8. RESPOND (1:25–1:30)

Ask:

“What is one way you can walk in truth this week?”

🎯 WEEK 16 WIN

Students:

value truth

recognize deception

pursue clarity and obedience

Jude; Revelation 1–11 — Stand Firm

Achten Häus

New Testament Apprenticeship Guide — Teacher Flow

🎯 PRIMARY GOAL

Help students see:

Following Jesus means standing firm in truth while awaiting His victory.

Students should begin to understand:

the seriousness of false teaching

the call to contend for the faith

the larger picture of God’s plan unfolding

⏱️ CLASS FLOW

🟩 1. OPENING (0:00–0:10)

Say:

“We’ve been called to walk in truth.

Now we are urged to stand firm in it.”

Pray briefly.

🟨 2. ORIENTATION (0:10–0:15)

Say:

“These passages include strong warnings.”

“Revelation also begins to show the bigger picture of what God is doing.”

🟦 3. READING THE TEXT (0:15–0:30)

Focus passages:

Jude 3–4 (anchor — contend for the faith)

Revelation 1:9–18 (vision of Christ)

Revelation 2:1–7 (letters to the church)

Revelation 10:8–11 (God’s message)

Say:

“As we read, ask: What does it mean to stand firm?”

🟥 4. OBSERVE (0:30–0:50)

Ask:

What warnings do you see?

What is happening in the churches?

How is Jesus described in Revelation?

Guide toward:

false teaching is real

churches struggle

Jesus is powerful and present

🟪 5. UNDERSTAND (0:50–1:10)

Ask:

What does it mean to contend for the faith?

Why is standing firm difficult?

How does seeing Jesus clearly help us endure?

Emphasize:

“Standing firm requires clarity and courage.”

“We endure by remembering who Jesus is.”

Vocabulary:

Stand firm — to remain steady in truth despite pressure

⬛ 6. RECEIVE (1:10–1:15)

Pause.

Say:

“Where do you feel pressure to compromise?”

🟫 7. DISCUSS (1:15–1:25)

Ask (from booklet):

Where do I need to stand firm?

What truth must I hold onto?

🟩 8. RESPOND (1:25–1:30)

Ask:

“What is one way you can stand firm this week?”

🎯 WEEK 17 WIN

Students:

recognize pressure

see need for firmness

commit to truth

📄

Revelation 12–20 — The Return of the King

Achten Häus

New Testament Apprenticeship Guide — Teacher Flow

🎯 PRIMARY GOAL

Help students see:

Jesus reigns as King and will bring all things to completion.

Students should begin to understand:

the big picture of God’s victory

that Jesus is reigning

how this shapes trust in the present

⏱️ CLASS FLOW

🟩 1. OPENING (0:00–0:10)

Say:

“We’ve seen the call to stand firm.

Now we see why—we see the end of the story.”

Pray briefly.

🟨 2. ORIENTATION (0:10–0:15)

Say:

“Revelation can feel confusing—don’t focus on every detail.”

“Look for the big picture: God’s rule and victory.”

🟦 3. READING THE TEXT (0:15–0:30)

Focus passages:

Revelation 12:7–12 (conflict)

Revelation 17:14 (victory)

Revelation 19:11–16 (anchor — King returns)

Revelation 20:11–15 (judgment)

Say:

“As we read, ask: Who is the victorious King?”

🟥 4. OBSERVE (0:30–0:50)

Ask:

What big themes do you see?

Who is winning?

What stands out about Jesus?

Guide toward:

conflict between good and evil

Jesus’ authority

final victory

🟪 5. UNDERSTAND (0:50–1:10)

Ask:

What does this show about Jesus?

Why is this important for us now?

What does it mean that He reigns?

Emphasize:

“Jesus is not just coming—He is reigning now.”

“This gives us confidence to trust Him.”

Vocabulary:

Reign — to rule with authority

⬛ 6. RECEIVE (1:10–1:15)

Pause.

Say:

“Where do you feel uncertainty or fear?”

🟫 7. DISCUSS (1:15–1:25)

Ask (from booklet):

Do I trust that Jesus is reigning?

Where do I feel uncertainty or fear?

🟩 8. RESPOND (1:25–1:30)

Ask:

“What is one way you can trust Jesus more this week?”

🎯 WEEK 18 WIN

Students:

see the big picture

trust Christ’s authority

gain confidence

📄

Revelation 21–22 — All Things Made New

Achten Häus

New Testament Apprenticeship Guide — Teacher Flow

🎯 PRIMARY GOAL

Help students see:

God will make all things new and dwell with His people.

Students should begin to understand:

the restoration of all things

the hope of the future

how that hope shapes life now

⏱️ CLASS FLOW

🟩 1. OPENING (0:00–0:10)

Say:

“We’ve seen Christ’s victory.

Now we see the final result—everything made new.”

Pray briefly.

🟨 2. ORIENTATION (0:10–0:15)

Say:

“Look for how the story comes full circle.”

“What was broken is now restored.”

🟦 3. READING THE TEXT (0:15–0:30)

Focus passages:

Revelation 21:1–5 (anchor — new creation)

Revelation 21:22–27 (God’s presence)

Revelation 22:1–5 (life restored)

Say:

“As we read, ask: What is God promising?”

🟥 4. OBSERVE (0:30–0:50)

Ask:

What is new?

What is restored?

What stands out?

Guide toward:

no more suffering

God dwelling with people

restoration of life

🟪 5. UNDERSTAND (0:50–1:10)

Ask:

What does this future mean for us now?

Why does hope matter?

How should this shape our lives?

Emphasize:

“Our future shapes how we live today.”

Vocabulary:

New Creation — God restoring all things

⬛ 6. RECEIVE (1:10–1:15)

Pause.

Say:

“How does this change the way you see your life?”

🟫 7. DISCUSS (1:15–1:25)

Ask (from booklet):

What does it mean that God will make all things new?

How should that shape how I live now?

🟩 8. RESPOND (1:25–1:30)

Ask:

“What is one way you can live in light of this hope this week?”

🎯 WEEK 19 WIN

Students:

understand future hope

connect it to present life

gain perspective

📄

Final Reflection — Come and Follow

Achten Häus

New Testament Apprenticeship Guide — Teacher Flow

🎯 PRIMARY GOAL

Help students see:

The entire New Testament is an invitation to follow Jesus.

Students should:

reflect on what they’ve learned

recognize how they’ve grown

respond personally to Christ

⏱️ CLASS FLOW

🟩 1. OPENING (0:00–0:10)

Say:

“We’ve walked through the whole story.”

“Now we step back and respond.”

Pray briefly.

🟨 2. ORIENTATION (0:10–0:15)

Say:

“This week is about reflection.”

“Listen for the invitation to follow.”

🟦 3. READING THE TEXT (0:15–0:30)

Focus passages:

Matthew 4:18–22 (follow Me)

John 15:1–11 (abide)

Romans 12:1–2 (response)

Revelation 22:17 (anchor — invitation)

Say:

“As we read, ask: How is Jesus calling me to follow Him?”

🟥 4. OBSERVE (0:30–0:50)

Ask:

What do these passages have in common?

What is the invitation?

What stands out from the whole course?

🟪 5. UNDERSTAND (0:50–1:10)

Ask:

What does it mean to follow Jesus?

What have you learned this semester?

What has changed in how you read Scripture?

Emphasize:

“This was not just about reading the New Testament.”

“It was about learning to live inside it.”

Vocabulary:

Follow — to trust, obey, and walk with Jesus

⬛ 6. RECEIVE (1:10–1:15)

Pause.

Say:

“What is Jesus saying to you right now?”

🟫 7. DISCUSS (1:15–1:25)

Ask (from booklet):

How am I responding to Jesus?

Where is He calling me to follow more fully?

🟩 8. RESPOND (1:25–1:30)

Ask:

“What is one clear step you will take moving forward?”

🎯 WEEK 20 WIN

Students:

reflect deeply

see the full story

respond personally

🧭 FINAL REMINDER (FOR YOU)

This is not the end of a class.

It is the beginning of a way of life.