The Four Faces of Christ in the Gospels
Classes
Class 1: Matthew - The Face of the Lion
The class explores the Gospel of Matthew, focusing on Jesus as the king, emphasizing his speeches and teachings that highlight his royal authority and leadership. It covers key passages where Jesus delivers authoritative discourses and concludes with the Great Commission, underscoring the role of disciples as his ambassadors.
Class 2: Mark - The Face of the Ox
The class explores the symbolism of the ox in Mark's Gospel, emphasizing Jesus as a servant who ministers and sacrifices. It draws parallels with Jeremiah's suffering and service, highlighting Jesus' willingness to serve and his ultimate sacrifice.
Class 3: Luke - The Face of the Man
The class explores the Gospel of Luke, focusing on Jesus as the perfect priest, emphasizing his compassionate care, intercessory prayers, and sacrificial spirit. The class highlights unique aspects of Luke's gospel, such as its focus on prayer and Jesus' priestly role.
Class 4: John - The Face of the Eagle
The class explores the Gospel of John as the 'face of the eagle', focusing on Jesus Christ as the perfect judge with divine insight and judgment. It covers Christ's role as a righteous judge, his conflict with the Sanhedrin, and the unique commission given to his disciples to discern spirits.
Class 5: The Four Faces and the Four Writers
The class explores the backgrounds and transformations of Matthew, Mark, and John as they wrote their Gospels, focusing on how their encounters with Jesus Christ influenced their perspectives and writings.
Class 6: The Four Faces and the Future
The class explores the four faces of Christ in the Gospels—King, Servant, Priest, and Judge—and their implications for Christian living. It emphasizes the importance of understanding and embodying Christ's attributes through mercy, service, discernment, and integrity.