The Gospel of Peace

The class explores interconnected peace through the lens of Romans and Ephesians, emphasizing the historical context of Jewish-Gentile relations and the importance of peace within the ecclesia and society. It highlights the interconnectedness of peace with God, inner peace, and interrelational peace.

The class explores the biblical distinction between peace and unity, using examples from the history of Israel and Judah, particularly focusing on Jehoshaphat and Hezekiah. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining peace with others while striving for unity based on shared principles, highlighting the need for peaceful coexistence even with those who hold differing views.

The class explores the law of Moses, particularly the concept of 'eye for an eye', arguing that it was designed to teach that the law is unworkable and leads to a non-functional society, ultimately pointing to the need for forgiveness and a better way taught by Jesus Christ.

The class discusses the concept of peace and unity, focusing on the destruction of the Canaanites and the story of Phineas. It explores the principles of peace taught in the Law of Moses and contrasts them with modern definitions of genocide, emphasizing that unity comes from shared principles rather than applications.

The class explores the transfiguration of Jesus, emphasizing the disciples' confusion and Jesus' mission, focusing on the themes of sacrifice, resurrection, and the importance of remembering Christ's exodus and sacrifice.