Gabriel - Messiah's Evening Angel
Classes
Class 1: Study 1 - At the Cool of the Day
The class explores the symbolism of light and darkness in Genesis, linking it to the death and resurrection of Christ. It also examines the role of Gabriel in the Garden of Eden, emphasizing the necessity of divine intervention for redemption due to human sin.
Class 2: Study 2 - At the Time Appointed
The class explores the story of Abraham and Isaac in Genesis 22, emphasizing the sacrificial nature of the event as a type of Christ's sacrifice. It also touches on the doctrine of resurrection and atonement, drawing parallels between Abraham's actions and Christ's crucifixion and resurrection.
Class 3: Study 3 - At the Evening Oblation
The class explores the book of Daniel, focusing on Gabriel's interactions with Daniel and the prophecy of the 70 weeks. It emphasizes the significance of Christ's sacrifice as the fulfillment of the evening and morning sacrifices, linking it to the broader themes of atonement and prophecy.
Class 4: Study 4 - At the Time of Incense
The class discusses the role of Zacharias as a priest offering incense in the temple, highlighting the significance of the daily lamb sacrifice and the moment when Gabriel appears to Zacharias to announce the birth of Jesus. It also touches on the symbolism of the veil being torn at Christ's crucifixion, emphasizing the atonement and transformation through Christ's sacrifice.
Class 5: Study 5 - At the Ninth Hour
The class explores the role of the Holy Spirit in the Acts of the Apostles, focusing on the idea that the Holy Spirit is personalized in an angel, likely Gabriel, who guides and empowers the apostles. It discusses the angel's involvement in key events, including the Jerusalem conference and the spread of the gospel to Gentiles.
Class 6: Study 6 - At the Slain Lamb
The class explores the role of Gabriel as the paracletos, focusing on his final task of revealing divine law and leading the apostles into all truth. It emphasizes the importance of the atoning work of Christ and the testimony of the slain Lamb in understanding prophecy and the book of Revelation.
Class 7: Study 7 - At the morning sacrifice
The class focuses on Gabriel's role in the resurrection of Jesus Christ, emphasizing his significance as the angel of communication and his involvement in key biblical events. It explores the symbolism of the morning sacrifice and the resurrection, linking it to the future kingdom age and the glorification of Christ.