Our Compassionate High Priest
Classes
Class 1: East of the Garden of Eden
The class explores the concept of a priesthood in the Garden of Eden, emphasizing God's original design for humanity and the consequences of sin. It highlights Adam and Eve's relationship with God and the promise of a future savior, drawing parallels to Jesus Christ as the compassionate high priest.
Class 2: Melchizedek King of Salem
The class explores the theme of a compassionate high priest through the story of Melchizedek in Genesis 14, connecting it to Edenic themes of atonement and sacrifice. It emphasizes the promise of restoration and the role of Jesus Christ as the ultimate high priest.
Class 3: Aaron and the Levites
The class discusses the Passover in Exodus 12, emphasizing God's protection and deliverance of Israel, symbolizing Christ's sacrifice. It also covers the role of the Levites in Numbers 8, highlighting their spiritual warfare against the serpent's thinking, mirroring Adam's task in Eden.
Class 4: The Priesthoods of Phinehas and Zadok
The class discusses the actions of Phinehas, Samuel, and Zadok as exemplary priests who stood against immorality and idolatry, emphasizing their faithfulness and obedience to God. It highlights Phinehas's decisive act in Numbers 25 and the enduring legacy of righteousness through the line of Zadok.
Class 5: Christ our Great High Priest
The class explores Psalm 110 and Isaiah 26, interpreting them as prophecies of Christ as a compassionate High Priest. It emphasizes Christ's role in resurrection, judgment, and salvation, contrasting him with the Aaronic priesthood and highlighting his compassionate nature.
Class 6: A kingdom of priests and a holy nation
The class explores the concept of a kingdom of priests and a holy nation from Revelation, emphasizing eternal life and the role of Christ as the compassionate high priest. It connects this to Eden and the promises of eternal life and divine presence.