This booklet of study lessons is not a complete study in any of the fields of study, but nevertheless we believe that this set of study notes cover most topics that are required for a new Christians. This booklet is only an introductory to more develop studies and it is hoped that from these lessons that the new Christian will develop a hunger to study the Word of God more deeply.

A Christian who doesn’t study the Word of God will not be able to live to the fullness of what God has promised to him or her. The enemy is trying to steal away our peace, and finally destroy us, hoping we will turn away from God. 2Timothy 2:15 Do your best to present yourself to God as an approved worker who has nothing to be ashamed of, handling the word of truth with precision. (ISV) Here we see we are to study His Word, to be approved workers, which is right, but let us look at the second part of this statement. handling the word of truth with precision. The word precision has an implication of importance and we need to know how to handle it in our defence against the enemy. We need to understand the Word of God clearly, so that we can extinguish the fiery arrows of the enemy.

The Foundations delivers transforming lessons for the Christian believer (especially suited for new believers) to build strong "The Foundations" of their Christian faith. The book is divided into 10 easy to follow lessons, each including 10 enlightening discussion questions. They help you clearly understand and establish the vital foundations of the Christian faith to become a true disciple of Jesus Christ. Developed from a pastors perspective, to strengthen new believers into powerful disciples of Jesus, who understand from the very beginning who they are in Christ and how to live victoriously in Him. During his own pastoring and discipling of new believers, Howard was aware of a shortage of material that adequately dealt with this and began writing material to use in his church. This material has now been proven over many years in establishing new Christians, it has been improved and refined over the years to provide this powerfully succinct book you have today. Ideal for: - Churches new Christian classes, One on one discipleship, Individual studies for new Christians Refreshing those older in the faith in their reason for believing. What some of the many Christian leaders around the world have said about "The Foundations."This is the prayer of thousands of servants of God who are in the discipling ministry. We look for a book to place in the hands of a new convert that will tell him, 'What to do now?' Now here is the prayer answered. I hope and trust that the soul winners will use this. We would like to see this book in the Indian languages. Dr. P.G. Vargis Founder/President, Indian Evangelical Team New Delhi, India "The Foundation" by Howard Sands is one of the best concise training tools for new believers I have ever seen. First the teaching is Biblical and supportive of Evangelical-Full Gospel teaching in its teaching on important doctrines, such as repentance, baptism by immersion and the baptism of the Holy Spirit with the evidence of speaking in tongues. Secondly, the various questions with the correlating Bible verses in the reviews will help the new believer to really understand and experience these important foundational truths. Pastor Dennis Balcombe Senior Pastor, Revival Christian Church Founder and Director, Revival Chinese Ministries International Hong Kong An excellent and useful tool to help new Christians. Rev Dr Ken Chant, Founder, Vision International College Sydney, Australia This easy to read and teach foundation series is a must for local churches and ministries. This foundation series reflects the extensive ministry and missionary experience of Howard and Joy Sands. Apostle Leslie Munsamy Founder/ President, Global Apostolic Centre Chairman, Apostolic Fellowship of South Africa Durban, South Africa This short book tells it 'as it is'. It is hard hitting and easy to read and it is designed to develop a deep hunger for God in the new disciple and an enthusiasm to fulfil the great commission. It is also scripturally sound and uncompromising in its challenge. Howard Barnes (Servant Apostle) Co-founder and Co-director of The Call2Come Truro, UK I think you have produced a very helpful resource here. It is simple yet comprehensive and tackles each basic discipleship area with wisdom yet simplicity. I think the questions are very helpful indeed. Pastor Brian Medway Senior Pastor, Grace Christian Fellowship Chairman, Crosslink Christian Network. Canberra, Australia

This perennial best-selling discipleship tool contains the classic Bible studies Lessons on Assurance and Lessons on Christian Living in one package—13 lessons in all! These Navigator Bible studies are a great leader’s resource to explain the fundamentals of the Christian life. An ideal gift for a new believer or someone who has an interest in Jesus. Tear-out Scripture memory verse cards are included in KJV, NIV, NASB, and NKJV.

The key features of a study Bible in a convenient, compact, and concise form The NIV Foundation Study Bible in the world’s most popular modern-English Bible translation—the New International Version—features an approachable and easy-to-use layout, with straightforward and broad study notes that help you discover the beauty and truth of God's Word. Concise study notes provide helpful comments on passages of Scripture, while theological notes draw attention to important doctrinal content in the Bible and are indexed in the back of the Bible. Translators' footnotes offer clarification and information about the original-language texts. Intended for both beginning and experienced students of Scripture who want a Bible that contains the key features of a study Bible in a convenient, compact, and concise form, the NIV Foundation Study Bible is perfect for students, church leaders, and homeschool use. Features: Complete text of the accurate, readable, and clear New International Version (NIV) Introductions provide valuable background information for each book of the Bible Cross reference system directs attention to other passages for further study In-text subject headings help organize your reading and provide context Verse-by-verse study notes help explain the Bible text deeper Theological notes draw attention to important doctrinal content Index of notes in the back of the Bible to make looking up information easier and quicker Translators’ footnotes offer information on the original texts of Scripture NIV concise concordance provides an alphabetical listing of important passages by key words Full color maps of Bible lands show where key places were located Words of Jesus in red