Lessons from Job
Classes
Class 1: Why do the righteous suffer?
The class explores the book of Job, focusing on why the righteous suffer and how Job's experiences illustrate the value of righteousness and faith. It emphasizes that suffering is part of God's plan to purify and refine believers, preparing them for usefulness in His kingdom.
Class 2: Have you considered my servant Job?
The class explores Job's righteousness and his faith in God during severe trials, emphasizing that Job's suffering is not due to sin but to prove his faith and to teach others. It highlights the importance of maintaining faith and integrity in the face of adversity and the need for empathy and understanding when supporting those in distress.
Class 3: Debate between Job and his 3 friends
The class explores Job's debate with his three friends, focusing on Job's struggle to reconcile his suffering with God's righteousness. It emphasizes the importance of recognizing that human righteousness comes from God and not from personal merit.
Class 4: Elihu is a type of the mediator
The class discusses Elihu's role in the book of Job, emphasizing that suffering is not just punishment but a means for God to improve and purify his people. It highlights Job's struggle with understanding God's justice and the importance of trusting in God's righteousness rather than personal merit.
Class 5: God answers Job
The class explores God's response to Job, emphasizing God's infinite wisdom and power compared to Job's finite understanding. It highlights the folly of challenging God and the importance of humility, using Job's experience to illustrate God's care and justice.