To Him That Overcometh - Overcoming Ourselves
Classes
Class 1: Exhortation - Moving Towards Harmony
The class discusses the story of the Reubenites, Gadites, and half-tribe of Manasseh in Joshua 22, focusing on their commitment to unity and faithfulness. It emphasizes the importance of integrity, transparency, and working towards harmony within the ecclesia.
Class 2: Class 01 - Complaining
The class discusses the theme of overcoming ourselves, focusing on the topic of complaining. It explores the biblical concept of murmuring and its negative impacts, encouraging listeners to avoid complaining and to persevere in faith.
Class 3: Class 02 - Procrastination
The class discusses procrastination as a learned behavior that undermines productivity and spiritual growth. It emphasizes the importance of time management and prioritizing ecclesial responsibilities, drawing on scriptures like Proverbs and Ecclesiastes to illustrate the consequences of idleness and the benefits of diligent service.
Class 4: Class 03 - Anger Management
The class discusses anger management, focusing on the biological and psychological aspects of anger and how to manage it biblically. It uses examples from Nehemiah and Paul's interactions with Barnabas and John Mark to illustrate the importance of managing anger and conflict resolution.
Class 5: Class 04 - Conflict Resolution
The class discusses conflict resolution within ecclesias, emphasizing the importance of addressing conflicts through biblical principles and mutual accountability. It covers Matthew 18:15-17 and other relevant scriptures, encouraging ecclesias to develop agreed-upon conflict resolution strategies.
Class 6: Class 05 - The Sin Cycle
The class explores the cycle of sin in Romans 7 and James 1, emphasizing the internal struggle between the spirit and the flesh. It highlights the importance of recognizing sin patterns, seeking forgiveness, and developing spiritual maturity through the word of God to overcome temptation.