To Be Spiritually Minded Is Life And Peace
Classes
Class 1: The subtlety of the carnal mind
The class explores the contrast between the carnal and spiritual mind, emphasizing the importance of long-term thinking and divine perspective. It discusses how to develop a spiritual mindset through faith and adherence to God's will, contrasting this with the short-term focus of carnal thinking.
Class 2: Sound doctrine equals a sound mind
The class discusses the importance of sound doctrine in developing a spiritually healthy mindset, contrasting a law-based religion with one based on faith. It emphasizes that faith in Christ leads to freedom from the law of sin and death, while a legalistic approach produces fear and bondage.
Class 3: Life and peace
The class discusses the contrast between carnal and spiritual mindsets, emphasizing that being spiritually minded leads to life and peace. It explores the importance of setting one's mind on spiritual things and the consequences of focusing on carnal desires, using examples from Romans and Philippians.
Class 4: Lead by the spirit
The class explores the concept of being led by the Spirit in Romans 8, emphasizing the internalization of Christ's sacrifice, the motivational power of God's love, and the importance of trusting in God's providential care. It highlights the need for a relationship with God as a loving Father rather than a legalistic approach.
Class 5: Saved by hope
The class explores the motivating power of hope in salvation, focusing on Romans 8 and 1 John 3. It emphasizes the hope of the kingdom of God and the resurrection, encouraging believers to maintain a spiritual mindset focused on eternal life and freedom from mortality.
Class 6: Conformed to the image of His son
The class discusses Romans 8:29 and Acts 21, emphasizing the importance of being conformed to the image of Christ through suffering and trials. It highlights Paul's example of trusting God's unseen hand and seeing beyond immediate suffering to the ultimate fulfillment of God's purpose.