Lesson 03: The Cycles of Behavior¶
Key Idea¶
Human behavior is shaped by a repeating cycle of experience, assumptions, perception, and response.
Lesson Goal¶
Use the first and second circle model to see how worldview change must move beyond facts to new assumptions.
What This Lesson Teaches¶
- The cycle begins with past life experience.
- Experience builds worldview assumptions.
- Assumptions shape how people perceive current circumstances.
- Perception triggers emotional and behavioral responses.
- The first circle is the traditional cultural cycle.
- The second circle is the Christ-centered cycle that discipleship seeks to establish.
- Without a second circle, old assumptions continue to intercept and interpret reality.
Practical Action¶
Pick one local belief or practice and map it through the cycle: - What past experience created the assumption? - How does that assumption shape current interpretation? - What behavior does that lead to? - How would a Christ-centered second circle change the assumption and response?
Example¶
- Assumption: sickness is caused by angry spirits.
- Circumstance: a child is ill.
- Response: fear and ritual sacrifice.
- Second circle: Bible teaches God as healer and comfort, changing the response to prayer, care, and community support.
Lesson Summary¶
Use this lesson to guide local discipleship toward a Christ-centered cycle, not simply more Bible facts.