Study Guide · Holiness

An Exposition on the Body of Christ: Contending for the Faith

Contending for the Faith is a structured expository workbook developed through Mary Banks Ministries and the Bible Teachers Global Training Center. Rooted in Chapter 1 of the Body of Christ Expository series, this study guide confronts one of the most pressing issues facing the modern church: the dangerous merger of the church with the world due to a pervasive double standard among believers. Drawing from key passages including Jude 1:3, 1 Corinthians 5, Matthew 7:21-23, Isaiah 44:6-8, and 1 John 1, the workbook challenges students to examine whether their lives truly reflect the gospel they profess. Mary Banks teaches that the Body of Christ is not a social organization but the literal flesh and bone of a holy God, and that every believer is called to manifest the new creature rather than blend into the surrounding culture. Students will explore the doctrine of the New Creature, the meaning of true fellowship with the Father and the Son, the significance of God submitting Himself to His own Word as the ultimate standard of integrity, and the apostolic call to remove sin boldly from the midst of the church. Practical exercises include self-evaluation prompts, scripture surveys, worship reflection activities, and a daily devotional exercise spanning one week. Multiple-choice assessments, true-or-false questions, matching activities, and a full answer key make this workbook ideal for classroom instruction, small group discipleship, or independent Bible study. It is best suited for believers who are serious about spiritual maturity, ministerial training, or deepening their understanding of what it truly means to be the Church.

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