Christ in the Law and Prophets
Excellent classes expounding Christ from creation to Esther
Classes
Class 1: 1 - By Him Were All Things Created (Creation to Noah)
The class explores Christ's presence in the Old Testament, focusing on Genesis and the story of Noah. It emphasizes the Christadelphian tradition of interpreting Old Testament figures and events as types and shadows of Christ, particularly through baptism and atonement.
Class 2: 2 - God Gave His Only Begotten Son (Abraham to Joseph)
The class explores the allegorical significance of Abraham, Isaac, and Joseph's lives as types of Christ, emphasizing the resurrection and atonement. It discusses the spiritual and literal meanings of these biblical figures, focusing on the themes of resurrection and the sacrificial nature of Christ.
Class 3: 3 - Fulfilling the Spirit of the Law (Moses to Judges)
The class discusses the fulfillment of the spirit of the law from Moses to Judges, emphasizing the allegorical history of Israel and its doctrinal significance. It covers the tabernacle, the role of Joshua, and the parallels between the law and Christ's teachings, focusing on the spirit of the law and the sacrificial system.
Class 4: 4 - The Redeemer and King (Ruth to Solomon)
The class explores the biblical narrative from Ruth to Solomon, focusing on the themes of redemption and kingship as types of Christ. It covers the stories of Ruth, Samuel, David, and Solomon, emphasizing the spiritual significance and doctrinal aspects embedded in these narratives.
Class 5: 5 - All Authority Given to the Son (Ezra to Esther)
The class explores Christ's presence in the books of Ezra, Nehemiah, and Esther, emphasizing the silver empire of redemption and the calling out of saints from the Babylonian system. It highlights types and shadows of Christ and the themes of salvation and the return of Christ.
Class 6: 1a Evening Program - The Spirit of Christ in the Prophets
The class explores the spirit of Christ in the prophets, emphasizing how the prophets foretold Christ's sufferings and resurrection. It draws on the works of H.P. Mansfield and C.C. Walker, focusing on the intellectual and spiritual understanding of biblical prophecies and their fulfillment in Christ.