Pilgrim’s Progress Master Plan

Lesson Chapter Main Truths Scripture

1 The Adventure Begins • God’s Word, the Bible, convicts people of their sin.
• God’s Word is the light that shows sinners to the narrow gate, Jesus Christ,
• Matthew 7:13–14
• John 3:16
the Savior. • Romans 3:23
• When we confess our sin and trust in Jesus, he forgives us and gives us life that • 1 John 1:9
lasts forever.

2 Christian Gets • Jesus sends us help through Christian parents, pastors, and leaders who teach
us God’s Word.
• Romans 3:23; 6:23
• John 10:27–28
Into Trouble
• We cannot be freed from sin by trying to keep the Ten Commandments. • John 14:6
• We must hate what the world tells us about getting to heaven, and turn to
Christ alone.

3 Interpreter’s House and • The Holy Spirit prepares us to follow Jesus.

• The Holy Spirit guides, warns, and comforts Christians.
• Luke 11:9–10
• John 14:26–27
the Place of Deliverance
• Jesus died on the cross to get rid of our burden of sin and make us right with God. • Romans 5:8–9

4 The Hill of Difficulty and • The Christian life is sometimes difficult, but Jesus gives us his Word and
armor to face trouble on the way.
• John 10:1–4
• 1 Thessalonians 5:6, 11
House Beautiful
• Many people are not real pilgrims and will try to turn us away from Christ. • Ephesians 6:10–18
• God gives us other Christians to teach us God’s Word and prepare us to love
and serve God.

5 Through Dark Valleys • Satan attacks God’s people, accusing and tempting them.
• Jesus arms his people for battle through his Word and prayer.
• Revelation 9:11; 12:10
• Ephesians 6:10–18
• We do not have to be afraid of death because God is always with us. • Psalm 23:1–4

6 Christian Meets Faithful • God gives us Christian friends to strengthen and encourage us.
• True pilgrims are doers of the Word, not just hearers or talkers.
• 1 John 1:6–9; 2:15–17
• James 1:22
• Pastors teach, equip, and care for God’s people along the way. • 1 Thessalonians 5:23–24

7 Vanity Fair • Every believer lives in the world and is tempted to buy its empty treasures.
• Unbelievers often laugh at and persecute Christians when they stand up
• James 1:2–5, 12

for Jesus.
• God gives us wisdom to resist temptation, make right choices, and endure trials.

8 Hopeful Joins Christian • God gives us Christian friends to renew our hope in him.
• True pilgrims follow Jesus whether it is hard or easy and whether they are poor
• Matthew 22:37–38
• 1 Timothy 6:6–10
or rich. • Matthew 6:24, 33
• God warns us about lying, disobeying his commands, and loving money more • Psalm 23:1–3
than him.
• God gives believers relief from trials and battles in the Christian life.

9 Giant Despair and • Christians sometimes doubt God and get discouraged.
• Even Christian friends may try to persuade us to make a wrong choice.
• Psalm 43:5
• 2 Peter 1:3–4
Doubting Castle
• The body of Christ supports us when we feel hopeless. • Matthew 10:29–31
• Jesus’ presence and promises are the key that frees us from doubts and fears. • 2 Timothy 4:18

• John 10:11–15
10 Shepherds and the • Pastors are like shepherds. They care for us as their sheep, warn us against wrong
beliefs, and equip us to face enemies of Christ. • Jude 24–25
Delectable Mountains • Psalm 147:1
• Hell is a real place. Those who refuse to repent of their sin and trust in Christ
will go there when they die.
• We can praise God for providing all we need to follow Jesus.

• 1 Thessalonians 5:11
11 Little-Faith and • Some Christians have stronger faith; others weaker. However, we all fail at times.
We need to encourage one another. • Ephesians 6:10, 13, 16
the Flatterer • Revelation 3:19–20
• Wear God’s armor, remember Jesus is with us, and study and obey God’s Word
to stand strong against Christ’s enemies.
• God frees his people trapped in sin when they confess their sin and cry out to
him for help.

12 Hopeful’s Testimony, • Trying to keep the Ten Commandments can save no one.
• God gives us new hearts and we trust in Jesus, who died on the cross to pay
• Romans 3:20
• John 6:37
Ignorance, and the
for our sin. • Romans 10:4
Enchanted Ground • God forgives all our sin, gives us Christ’s righteousness, and adopts us as • Proverbs 1:7
his children.
• We are to fear the Lord, and study and believe his Word to continue growing
in faith.

13 The Pilgrims Enter the • God promises to be with believers, even when they face death.
• Other believers help us remember God’s faithfulness and promises.
• Isaiah 43:2
• Jude 24–25
Celestial City
• When we are finally home with our Savior, we will sing with joy • Revelation 5:13
and praises.

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