Midwest Bible School - Misc. Talks
Collection of talks given at the Midewest Bible School in 1979 Class 1 - Dennis Gillett - Introductory Talk - Drinking of the Water of Life Class 2 - Ted Plew - Evening Talk - The Middle East in Prophesy - Past Class 3 - J.B. Scaramastro - Evening Talk - The Middle East in Prophesy - Present Class 4 - Rae Karnshaw - Evening Talk - The Middle East in Prophesy - Future Class 5 - Rae Karnshaw - Exhortation: Jeremiah - Wilderness and Warning Class 6 - Peter Watkins - Public Lecture: Jesus Christ Dethroned the Devil
Classes
Class 1: Dennis Gillett - Introductory Talk - Drinking of the Water of Life
The class introduces the Bible school by focusing on Jesus' offer of living water in John 7:37-38, emphasizing the spiritual renewal and salvation available through faith in Christ. It highlights the importance of personal conviction of sin and righteousness, and encourages participants to drink from the living water for their own spiritual growth and to share it with others.
Class 2: Ted Plew - Evening Talk - The Middle East in Prophesy - Past
The class covers the historical and prophetic significance of the Middle East, focusing on Israel's history from ancient times to the modern era, including the rise and fall of empires and the return of Jews to Israel. It emphasizes how past events fulfill biblical prophecies and provide guidance for the future.
Class 3: J.B. Scaramastro - Evening Talk - The Middle East in Prophesy - Present
The class discusses the fulfillment of prophecy in the Middle East, focusing on Israel's military victories and the formation of alliances between nations as described in Ezekiel 38. It explores the geopolitical landscape, including Russia's influence and the positioning of nations around Israel.
Class 4: Rae Karnshaw - Evening Talk - The Middle East in Prophesy - Future
The class discusses the future events in the Middle East as prophesied in the Bible, focusing on the return of Christ, resurrection, judgment, and the establishment of the Kingdom of God. It emphasizes the importance of spiritual readiness and the transformation of Jerusalem into a place of peace and righteousness.
Class 5: Rae Karnshaw - Exhortation - Jeremiah - Wilderness and Warning
The class focuses on the book of Jeremiah, emphasizing the prophet's role as a witness and warning against idolatry and hypocrisy. It highlights the dangers of superficial faith and the importance of putting God's word first in life.
Class 6: Peter Watkins - Public Lecture on Jesus Christ Dethroned the Devil
The class discusses Jesus Christ's role in defeating the devil, emphasizing the devil as a symbol of human sin rather than a literal entity. It explores the biblical accounts of temptation and atonement, arguing that Jesus' sacrifice and resurrection destroy the power of sin.