West Coast School Of The Prophets 2009
Classes
Class 1: The Story of the School of the Prophets
The class introduces the concept of the Schools of the Prophets, focusing on their establishment by Samuel and their continued existence through various biblical periods. It emphasizes the importance of spiritual growth, communal living, and the role of prophets in guiding the nation.
Class 2: Remove not the Ancient Landmark
The class discusses the importance of preserving ancient landmarks, using the biblical concept of boundary stones to illustrate the need to uphold foundational truths and principles in the faith. It emphasizes the significance of maintaining doctrinal boundaries and resisting changes that could alter the core beliefs and practices of the community.
Class 3: The Heritage of the Truth and Ecclesial Conduct
The class discusses the importance of the ecclesial guide in maintaining boundary lines for Christadelphian ecclesial conduct and unity, emphasizing the need to understand and uphold its principles based on scriptural wisdom. It highlights the risks of ignoring these guidelines and the consequences of doing so.
Class 4: The Heritage of the Truth and Fellowship Practice
The class discusses the importance of walking in the light of truth and practicing apostolic doctrine for fellowship with God and fellow believers. It emphasizes the need for careful investigation and adherence to biblical principles in ecclesial conduct and inter-fellowship relationships.
Class 5: The Heritage of the Truth and the Daily Readings
The class discusses the importance of daily Bible readings as a means to deepen understanding and unity within the ecclesia. It emphasizes the commitment to regular readings as a spiritual practice and the benefits of using supplementary materials like lexicons and pioneer writings.
Class 6: The Heritage of the Truth and the Pioneer Writings
The class discusses the importance of the pioneer writings in guiding Christadelphians' understanding of scripture and doctrine. It emphasizes the role of Peter and Paul in opening the kingdom of God to both Jews and Gentiles and highlights the necessity of reading and understanding these writings for doctrinal clarity and spiritual growth.
Class 7: How to Select and Research Bible Study Topics
The class covers how to select and research Bible study topics, emphasizing the importance of varied study types and the use of both traditional and digital resources. It encourages setting limited objectives and using tools like Strong's Concordance and online databases for research.
Class 8: How to Develop and Organize Bible Study Themes
The class discusses how to develop and organize themes for Bible study, focusing on the gift of tongues as an example. It explores the purpose and cessation of the gift, emphasizing its role in spreading the gospel and its relevance to the ecclesia's maturity.
Class 9: How to Construct and Present Powerful Bible Studies Part 1
Class 10: How to Construct and Present Powerful Bible Studies Part 2A
The class discusses how to construct and present powerful Bible studies, focusing on the context and interpretation of Ezekiel 28, Isaiah 14, and Daniel 10. It explores the themes of angelic beings, the spirit of pride and ambition, and the divine timetable.
Class 11: How to Learn the Secret of Sound Reasoning By Bible Principles
The class discusses how to use Bible principles to solve modern problems, focusing on the example of Facebook. It emphasizes the importance of sound reasoning, time management, and ecclesial involvement, encouraging participants to apply biblical wisdom to contemporary issues.
Class 12: How to Construct and Present Powerful Bible Studies Part 2B
The class covers how to construct and present a powerful Bible study on the identity and mission of Shiloh, using passages from Genesis, Judges, Kings, and Revelation to trace the prophetic fulfillment in Jesus Christ. The main lesson is that Shiloh, the eternal king, is Jesus, who fulfills the prophecy through his sacrificial death and eternal reign.
Class 13: How to Serve Well in the Ecclesia - Effective Prayers and Reading
The class discusses how to offer effective public prayers and readings in the ecclesia, emphasizing the importance of God-first prayers, praying on behalf of the congregation, and using appropriate language. It also covers the specifics of memorial meeting prayers, including the focus on the atonement and the importance of God manifestation.