Before the Deluge
Speaker: H.P. Mansfield Location: Idyllwild Bible School Date: 1982 Topic: Before the Deluge Class 1 - A Warning for Today Class 2 - In the Garden of Eden Class 3 - The Decline in the Family of Cain Class 4 - Development of Materialism in the Decedents of Cain Class 5 - Enoch’s Witness Class 6 - A Doomed World
Classes
Class 1: H.P. Mansfield - Idyllwild 1982 - Before the Deluge - Class 1 - A Warning for Today
The class discusses the events leading up to the flood in Genesis as a warning for today, emphasizing the urgency of Christ's return and the need for believers to prioritize their faith over worldly pursuits. It highlights the dangers of complacency and the importance of living a life devoted to God.
Class 2: H.P. Mansfield - Idyllwild 1982 - Before the Deluge - Class 2 - In the Garden of Eden
The class discusses the events leading up to the flood in Genesis, emphasizing the allegorical significance of the stories of Adam and Eve, Cain and Abel, and the covenant promises. It highlights the importance of faith and vigilance in the face of moral decay and the need to prepare for Christ's return.
Class 3: H.P. Mansfield - Idyllwild 1982 - Before the Deluge - Class 3 - The Decline in the Family of Cain
The class explores the decline in the family of Cain, emphasizing the contrast between Cain and Abel's offerings and the moral decay within Cain's lineage. It highlights the importance of faith and obedience in pleasing God, and warns against the permissiveness and moral decline seen in Lamech's polygamous family.
Class 4: H.P. Mansfield - Idyllwild 1982 - Before the Deluge - Class 4 - Development of Materialism in the Decedents of Cain
The class explores the development of materialism and permissiveness among the descendants of Cain, contrasting Lamech's family with Enoch's righteousness. It highlights the moral decline leading to the flood and draws parallels to contemporary societal issues, emphasizing the importance of maintaining faith and discipleship.
Class 5: H.P. Mansfield - Idyllwild 1982 - Before the Deluge - Class 5 - Enoch’s Witness
The class discusses Enoch's witness against the corruption and arrogance of Lamech, emphasizing the importance of walking with God and maintaining faith in challenging times. It draws parallels between Enoch's era and contemporary issues, highlighting the need for steadfastness and the impending judgment.
Class 6: H.P. Mansfield - Idyllwild 1982 - Before the Deluge - Class 6 - A Doomed World
The class discusses the state of the world before the flood, emphasizing the moral depravity and godlessness of humanity. It contrasts the wickedness of the world with Noah's righteousness and God's grace, encouraging listeners to prioritize spiritual over material pursuits and to prepare for the return of Christ.