1. History of Adult Bible Study Guide Topics

2. ABSG History of Topics Books vs Topics 1886 to 1985 130 Bible books 294 topical Since 1985 52 Bible books 20 topical

3. ABSG History of Topics Six Most Studied Bible Books Ephesians 2 Peter Hebrews Romans Revelation Acts

4. ABSG History of Topics Acts of the Apostles 18922 quarters 18982 quarters 19114 quarters 19162 quarters 19172 quarters 19261 quarter 19273 quarters 1940 1 quarter 1941 2 quarters 1957 2 quarters 1967 1 quarter 1968 1 quarter 1987 2 quarters (Combined with Luke) 20001 quarter

5. ABSG History of Topics Most Studied by Testament Old Testament Isaiah6 Daniel6 Psalms5 Genesis3 Esther3 New Testament Acts25 Romans10 Revelation10 Hebrews 8 Ephesians 7 2 Peter 7

6. ABSG History of Topics Most Studied 27 Beliefs The experience of salvation16 God the Son 11 God the Father 9 Life of Jesus 9 The law of God 9 Christian behavior 9 The church 8 Second coming 8

7. ABSG History of Topics Most Studied Topics Life & teachings of Jesus 45 Doctrinal review21 Christian living19 2 nd coming19 OT history19 Church14 Plan of salvation12 3 angel’s message12 Bible bios11 Stewardship 9 Creation 8 God the Father 6 Health6 Sanctuary5 Prayer 5 Parables of Jesus5 Prophecy (D&R)4 Home and family4 Angels4 Holy Spirit4 Christology4 Law 4 Witnessing 4

8. ABSG History of Topics Most Studied Topics Worship3 Law & Sabbath3 Spirit of Pro. 3 Jesus as high priest2 Doctrine of man 2 Christian Ed.2 Rel. liberty2 Spiritual gifts 1 Missions 1 Bible 1 Lord’s supper 1 Great Cont. 1 Love 1 Suffering 1

9. ABSG History of Topics History of ABSG Curriculum Development 1886 – 1975 – No curriculum - lists of topics or Bible book study 1975 – 1981 - Daybreak “series” – a curriculum based on systematic theology design (God, man, Christ, Bible, etc. 1982 - 1984 – Covenant “series” – a curriculum based on the historical development of the covenant through the Bible 1982 to present - Bible book curriculum 1991 to present 2 Bible books and 2 themes per year

10. ABSG History of Topics Curriculum Systems 1975 – 1981Daybreak Series 1982 – 1984Covenant Series 1985 –Bible Book Series

11. ABSG History of Topics Sabbath School World Audiences New converts Discipled Adventists 3 rd+ generation Adventists (Post-Christian Adventists) Institutional Adventists

12. ABSG History of Topics Chronological Development Selection of topics each 5 years S.S. World Curriculum Committee Selection of authors by editors Approved by S.S. Publications Board Manuscripts Reviewed by Manuscript Evaluation Committees Approximately 4 years

13. ABSG History of Topics Chronological Development Approximately 4 years Approved by S.S. Publications Board Manuscripts Editorial work Translation Hello! ¡ Hola !

14. ABSG History of Topics Chronological Development Approximately 4 years Publication Distribution Study and learning

15. ABSG History of Topics Millions of Thosands of Work and dedication