Behold I Come as a Thief
Classes
Class 1: The Sign of Christ's Coming and the End of the World
The class explores the Olivet Prophecy in Matthew 24, focusing on signs of Christ's return and the end of the world. It emphasizes the importance of being ready for Christ's return and living in constant anticipation of it.
Class 2: The Lord is not slack concerning his promise
The class focuses on the importance of being ready for the return of Christ and avoiding distractions that can lead to idolatry, immorality, and indifference. It uses Exodus 32 as a type for the return of Christ and emphasizes the need for patience and endurance in anticipation of Christ's return.
Class 3: When they shall say peace and safety
The class examines the spiritual dangers of complacency and apathy, using the golden calf incident in Exodus and Jeremiah's warnings about false prophets who say 'peace and safety.' It emphasizes the importance of maintaining faith in the invisible God and avoiding idolatry, even in times of peace and prosperity.
Class 4: Blessed is he that watches
The class discusses the importance of maintaining spiritual focus on the return of Christ, using examples from Exodus 32 and Revelation 16. It emphasizes the dangers of losing this focus and becoming corrupted by worldly influences, drawing parallels with historical and prophetic texts.
Class 5: Exhortation: War the Warfare
The class explores the role of the Levites as spiritual representatives and helpers to the high priest, drawing parallels to Christadelphians as the bride of Christ and spiritual Levites. It emphasizes the importance of unity, service, and spiritual warfare against the flesh.