The Atoning work of Jesus Christ
Classes
Class 1: The Atoning work of Jesus Christ
The class explores the atoning work of Jesus Christ, emphasizing that his sacrifice is not substitutionary but transformative, enabling believers to become part of God's divine family. It highlights the importance of understanding the atonement as a means to sanctify and change one's life, moving away from a focus on personal salvation to a focus on God's manifestation of glory.
Class 2: Son of God and Son of Man
The class explores Jesus Christ as both Son of God and Son of Man, focusing on his role in the atonement and his victory over sin and death. It emphasizes the necessity of his human nature to inherit sin's consequences and his divine nature to achieve sinlessness, culminating in his sacrificial death and resurrection.
Class 3: Jesus was one of us - our Representative
The class discusses Jesus Christ as a representative of humanity, focusing on his atoning work and how he overcame sin. It emphasizes the importance of baptism as a pledge to follow Christ's example and overcome sin.
Class 4: God is at work in us
The class focuses on how the atonement of Jesus Christ motivates believers to overcome sin and live righteously. It emphasizes the importance of cooperating with God's work in us through faith and obedience, leading to personal transformation and sanctification.
Class 5: Jesus was saved by Faith and Obedience
The class discusses how Jesus was saved by faith and obedience, emphasizing that his salvation was on the same basis as believers. It highlights the importance of faith generating obedience and the challenges Jesus faced, showing his humanity and the necessity of faith in overcoming sin.
Class 6: The True Meaning of Animal Sacrifice
The class explores the true meaning of animal sacrifice in Leviticus, emphasizing it as a teaching tool for self-denial and obedience rather than mere substitution. It compares this to the atoning work of Christ and the need for believers to crucify their old nature.