The Test of True Love
Classes
Class 1: The Profound Apostle
The class explores the Gospel of John and the epistles of John, focusing on the contrast between Jesus and Judas. It examines the themes of light and darkness, truth and betrayal, and the importance of true love and discipleship.
Class 2: Three Great Principles of Divine Revelation
The class explores the three great principles of divine revelation in the epistles of John: God is light, God is love, and God is life. It emphasizes the importance of these principles for spiritual development and salvation.
Class 3: Seven Reasons for Writing this Epistle
The class explores the seven reasons John wrote his epistle, emphasizing the importance of understanding the nature of Christ and the significance of eternal life. It also discusses the role of faith and the advocacy of Jesus Christ in forgiveness and righteousness.
Class 4: Seven Individual Tests for True Believers
The class examines seven personal tests for true believers from the epistles of John, focusing on honesty, obedience, and love. These tests help believers measure their spiritual progress and prepare for the final judgment.
Class 5: Seven Important Characteristics of Believers
The class discusses the seven characteristics of believers as outlined in the first epistle of John, emphasizing the importance of righteousness, love, faith, and avoiding contamination with the world. It connects these teachings to the broader context of divine family relationships and the coming of Christ.
Class 6: The Ecclesial Home
The class explores the contrasts in the Epistle of John, emphasizing the distinction between light and darkness, God and the world, and the righteous and sinners. It highlights the importance of following Jesus Christ and avoiding the path of sin.
Class 7: Three Brethren and Three Companions
The class discusses the third epistle of John, focusing on the qualities of Gaius, a faithful and hospitable brother, and contrasts him with Diotrephes, who is domineering and selfish. The class emphasizes the importance of personal faithfulness, discipleship, and spiritual growth in the ecclesia.