How To Develop Christian Character in Adults Young

Biblical References “Come, follow me, ” Jesus said, “and I will make you fishers

Again Jesus said …”The kingdom of God is like a mustard seed, which

Christian Character　Formation as the result of Spiritual Growth　 Physical Moral Cognitive (Mind) Affective（ Heart)

Stages of Development By Erikson Stage Age Virtues to be attained Crisis 1 0

Biblical References “LOVE” John 13: 34~35 1 Corinthians 13: 13 Galatians 5: 22~25 1

Adults learning is more effective when……. １）new learning builds on the learner’s background of

Adults learning is more effective when……. 6)learning is accompanied by a satisfying state of

Adults learning is more effective when……. 11)the learner is allowed to progress at a

Adults learning is more effective when……. 16)the issue at hand is urgent. 17)the learner’s

Adults learning is more effective when……. 21)the learning task and activities fall within the

Adults learning is more effective when……. 26)the learner sees an advance organizer. 27)the learner

Biblical References “FORMATION & BUILDING” Galatians 4: 19 Colossians 3: 16~17 Ephesians 4: 11~17

What should we do, as the church, to help them grow and mature? Character

Ｂｉｂｌｉｏｇｒａｐｈｙ Charles A. Tidwell, The Educational Ministry of A Church: A Comprehensive Model for

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How To Develop Christian Character in Adults

Young Professional Adult: Age 25 -35

Biblical References “Come, follow me, ” Jesus said, “and I will make you fishers of men. ” (Matthew 4: 19)

Again Jesus said …”The kingdom of God is like a mustard seed, which is the smallest seed you plant in the ground. 　Yet when planted, it grows and becomes the largest of all garden plants, with such big branches that the birds of the air can perch in its shade. ” 　 (Mark 4: 31~32)

Christian Character　Formation as the result of Spiritual Growth　 Physical Moral Cognitive (Mind) Affective（ Heart) (Moral Values) Spiritual Growth Social (Relationships)

Stages of Development By Erikson Stage Age Virtues to be attained Crisis 1 0 -1 years Trust VS 2 2 -3 yrs Autonomy VS 3 4 -6 yrs Initiation VS Guilt PURPOSE 4 7 -12 yrs Industry VS Inferiority COMPETENCE 5 13 -19 yrs Identity VS Role Confusion 6 20 -34 yrs Intimacy VS Mistrust Shame & Doubt HOPE WILL FIDELITY Isolation LOVE (Young Professional Age) 7 35 -65 yrs Generativity VS Stagnation CARE 8 65 + Integrity VS Despair WISDOM

Biblical References “LOVE” John 13: 34~35 1 Corinthians 13: 13 Galatians 5: 22~25 1 Corinthians 3: 6~9

Adults learning is more effective when……. １）new learning builds on the learner’s background of experience. ２）learning activities are in keeping with the maturity level of the learner. ３）learning activities involve more than one of the senses. ４）the learner takes part in a variety of activities. ５）learning is reinforced shortly after the initial learning experience.

Adults learning is more effective when……. 6)learning is accompanied by a satisfying state of affairs. 7)the learner responds in an active way. 8)the learner helps determine the purpose. 9)the learner repeats in some way what is learned. 10)the learner relates to life situations what has been learned.

Adults learning is more effective when……. 11)the learner is allowed to progress at a personal rate. 12)the learner begins with the simple aspect of a problem and progresses gradually toward aspects or problems that are more complex. 13)the learner receives immediate knowledge of results. 14)the learner shares in the leadership of the group. 15)the learner feels accepted and free to take part in an atmosphere of security and belonging.

Adults learning is more effective when……. 16)the issue at hand is urgent. 17)the learner’s readiness to learn is met by the teacher’s readiness to teach. 18)both teacher and learner recognize the need for divine assistance in learning. 19)the learning materials are characterized by good arrangement. 20)the learner feels that what is learned is worthwhile.

Adults learning is more effective when……. 21)the learning task and activities fall within the learner’s “range of challenge. ” 22)concepts are presented in numerous and varied specific situations. 23)tests and the goals and objectives are compatible. 24)the group is the right size. 25)group members work toward a common goal.

Adults learning is more effective when……. 26)the learner sees an advance organizer. 27)the learner has pleasant emotional experiences in the learning experience. 28)the learner participates in group experiences. 29)the learner gains information about a subject. 30)the learner uses his or her own approach to problem solving.

Biblical References “FORMATION & BUILDING” Galatians 4: 19 Colossians 3: 16~17 Ephesians 4: 11~17

What should we do, as the church, to help them grow and mature? Character Formation & Spiritual Growth Christian Training Developmental tasks

Christian Training Worship & Praise

Bible Study

Prayer & Devotions

Christian Stewardship Of Giving

Maturity of Faith Christian Fellowship

Christian Living & Testimony

Christian Attitudes & Service

Ｂｉｂｌｉｏｇｒａｐｈｙ Charles A. Tidwell, The Educational Ministry of A Church: A Comprehensive Model for Students and Ministers, Revised & Expanded, 1996. Bruce P. Powers, ed. , Christian Education Handbook: A Revised & Completely Updated Edition, 1996. Daryl Eldridge, ed. , The Teaching Ministry of the Church: Integrating Biblical Truth with Contemporary Application, 1995. *Above 3 books are all from Broadman & Holman Publishers, USA.