Analogy Apologetics OCIA Class 7 · Book Chapter 7 · Confirmation
Aa · Mission Does Not Start from Zero
Does Confirmation begin Christian mission, reward spiritual achievement, or strengthen a life already joined to Christ? Consider these questions through everyday objections, a mission analogy, and the example of Pentecost.
Explore the idea
Discuss each situation together, then choose the best answer. Feedback appears immediately after each answer. Pause to consider the reasoning before moving on; allow about fifteen minutes for the exercise and closing discussion.
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Discuss the connection
Imagine a baptized friend says, “I will begin taking Christian mission seriously after Confirmation, when I expect it to feel easier.” What would you affirm and what would you challenge? Discuss one step the friend could take now and one difficulty for which to ask the Holy Spirit’s help.
An original interactive exercise associated with the Analogy Apologetics book, Chapter 7, and OCIA Class 7.