Getting to Know God and Jesus
4 classes & an exhortation on getting to know God and Jesus better so we can develop a better relationship and treat others like they do
Classes
Class 1: 1 God's Incredible Love for us
The class explores God's love for humanity, emphasizing that God loves his children and works with them to help them repent and be forgiven. It contrasts this with the idea of an angry God and unconditional love, advocating for a balanced view based on biblical teachings.
Class 2: 2 God's Election of His Family
The class explores God's election of his family, emphasizing that salvation is a gift and not earned by works. It discusses how God chooses who to invite into his family and the importance of responding to this call with faith and baptism.
Class 3: 3 God's Punishment vs Discipline
The class explores the difference between God's punishment and discipline, emphasizing that God disciplines out of love to improve future behaviors rather than to instill fear. It contrasts this with the concept of an angry God in Christianity and highlights the role of Jesus as a comforter and helper rather than an advocate who changes God's mind.
Class 4: 4 God's Amazing Flexibility
The class explores God's flexibility in responding to human requests and prayers, emphasizing the importance of persistent prayer and perseverance in faith. It covers examples from the Bible where God alters his plans based on human interaction and prayer, teaching the value of consistent communication with God.
Class 5: 5 Exhort - Thank God for His training program
The class discusses God's training program for believers, emphasizing the transformation from sinful nature to God's character through life experiences and divine intervention. It highlights the importance of baptism, involvement in the ecclesia, and perseverance in faith.