Basic Training Field Manual

Below are recorded lessons of the current Bible studies Pastor Freddy Cortez is leading National Capital Bible Church through on Wednesday evening. The “Basic Training Field Manual”, which was produce by Gene Cunningham and his Basic Training Bible Ministries, can be downloaded here: https://basictraining.org/basic-training-field-manual/


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Basic Training Field Manual

  • Lesson 30 - May 8, 2024

    Man’s barrier with God and the barrier removed. Having being justified by faith in Christ, we have peace with God (Rom 5:1). Sin’s impact from Isaiah to today (Is 59:2).

  • Lesson 29 - May 1, 2024

    A life of spiritual power. Just as branches draw their nourishment from the vine, we draw spiritual power from our connection with Jesus (Jn 15:5). In contrast: spiritual withering. Power through the Trinity.

  • Lesson 28 - April 24, 2024

    The imitation of Christ. If we want to be imitators of Christ (1 Pet 2:21), we must learn and apply Bible doctrine (Mt 5:43-48). Boldness comes from confidence in Him (Acts 4:13).

  • Lesson 27 - April 17, 2024

    The “I Am” sayings. Jesus is the author and sustainer of physical and spiritual life (Jn 1:4). The fullness of the Deity resides in Him (Col 2:9).

  • Lesson 26 - April 10, 2024

    Humility/meekness. Turning the other cheek (Lk 6:28-29) and finding peace in humility (Gal 5:22-23). As long as we put God first, He will exalt us at the right time (1 Pet 5:6).

  • Lesson 25 - April 3, 2024

    How to redeem time in a way that’s honoring to God (Rom 12:2; 1 Pet 2:15). Believers are urged to continually walk in wisdom (Col 4:5).

  • Lesson 24 - March 27, 2024

    The good soldier of Christ Jesus. Modern military mottos and how they connect to commands for believers in the Word of God (Josh 1:9; Ps 27:14).

  • Lesson 23 - March 20, 2024

    God is able. God is able to help us overcome our greatest idols (Mt 19:26), deliver us from sin (Heb 7.25), provide strength (Phil 4:13) and wisdom (Jas 1:5), and so much more.

  • Lesson 22 - March 13, 2024

    The last lessons of the Savior. Last teachings of Jesus before His ascension and how we can apply them to our lives (Mt 28:18-20; Jn 14:16-17).

  • Lesson 21 - March 6, 2024

    Freedom. Freedom comes from abiding in the Word of God (Jn 8:31-32). Types of Biblical freedom explained.

  • Lesson 20 - February 21, 2024

    The works of the Holy Spirit. When we believe in the Lord Jesus Christ, the Holy Spirit instantaneously performs several irrevocably works in us (Rom 11:29).

  • Lesson 19 - February 14, 2024

    The five techniques of the Christian way of life. The key to victory in the Christian life is to utilize these techniques. Examples: Paul, Peter, David, Timothy, and Mary.

  • Lesson 18 - February 7, 2024

    Factors of effective faith. Examples: Daniel (Dan 11:32-35), Abraham, Moses, David, and Peter. People who know their God shall stand firm and take action (v. 32).

  • Lesson 17 - January 31, 2024

    Commands for Christian soldiers. Our strength comes from our knowledge of Bible doctrine (Eph 6:11; Rom 12:2) and faith in the Triune God (2 Pet 1:2).

  • Lesson 16 - January 24, 2024

    Fellowship with God. Examples: Moses, Enoch (Gen 5:24), Abraham, David, Elijah (1 Kings 18: 20ff), Daniel, and Jesus. God spoke to Moses as one speaks to a friend (Ex. 33:11).

  • Lesson 15 - January 17, 2024

    Faithfulness of God. Example: Abraham and Sarah, a couple who has faith despite doubt and human mistakes (Mk 9:23; Rom 4:20-21).

  • Lesson 14 - January 10, 2024

    Faith. Even in the unknown, we can walk out in faith (Heb 11:8). It is not dependent on sight (Jn 20:29). Faith gives us confidence in God (1 Sam 17; Job 13:25). How faith works when sharing the gospel (Acts 28:24).

  • Lesson 13 - January 3, 2024

    Eternal security. Sin unto death (Jas 1:15; 5:19-20). Once saved, always saved. Once people are genuinely saved, they cannot lose their salvation (Rom 8:38-39; Jn 10:28-29; Eph 1:13-14).

  • Lesson 12 - December 20, 2023

    The essence of God. Who is God? The attributes of God help us to better understand Him, ourselves, and how to relate Him to others.

  • Lesson 11 - December 13, 2023

    Spiritual endurance. Examples: Job, Paul, Abraham, Jesus, and Moses. Your endurance fosters spiritual growth. Reacting vs. responding in faith.

  • Lesson 10 - December 6, 2023

    Doctrine of spiritual flexibility. Spiritual flexibility begins with personal contentment (Phil 4:11-13). Examples of spirituality flexible men: Joseph, Job, and Daniel.

  • Lesson 9 - November 29, 2023

    The Cross to the Crown. Difference between spiritual infancy, adolescence, maturity, heroism, and the friend of God (Heb 5:13-14). Why the believer should be interested in advancing spiritually (Rom 10:17).

  • Lesson 8 - November 15, 2023

    The Christian way of life continued. Basic rules for the Christian life. The new commandment (Jn 13:34-35). By faith and study, you can change your habit of thinking (Phil 4:8) and be salt and light to the world (Mt 5:13-14).

  • Lesson 7 - November 8, 2023

    Christian vs. spiritual walk. The Christian walk involves following Christ (Jn 5:30; Mt 4:4), whereas the spiritual walk is empowered by the Holy Spirit.

  • Lesson 6 - November 1, 2023

    The Christian walk. New Testament words for "walking" (Eph 4:1-2, 2:1-3; 1 Jn 2:6). Walking in light vs. walking in darkness (Eph 5:8). God intends for us to be filled with the Spirit and learn His word. You are either walking in light, or you are not.

  • Lesson 5 - October 25, 2023

    The Blood of Christ (Part Two). Metonymy vs synecdoche. The blood reminds us that Jesus died a violent death (metonymy). It also represents His entire body and the sacrifice He made (synecdoche). How to access the power of His blood after salvation (1 Jn 1:7). 

  • Lesson 4 - October 18, 2023

    The Blood of Christ (Part One). Christ's blood provides our salvation (Jn 1:12; 12:32) and can be utilized in our Christian walk (1 Jn 1:7).

  • Lesson 3 - October 11, 2023

    Ambassadorship continued (1 Cor 5:16-21). As ambassadors to Christ, we are entrusted to tell others the Good News, the doctrine of reconciliation. What it means to be a living epistle (2 Cor 3:1-3). Biblical spirituality (Rom 8:5-11).

  • Lesson 2 - October 4, 2023

    Consequences of not abiding (1 Jn 3:15, 5:20). Ambassadorship. Examples of people in the Bible who remained available to God.

  • Lesson 1 - September 27, 2023

    Introduction to Gene Cunningham’s book, “Basic Training Field Manual,” the basis of this series. Abiding: Absolute Thinking (Jn 15:1-10). A believer who abides in God and His word will be challenged, but will also be blessed (Gen 50:20).