How The Lord Treated People
Classes
Class 1: How the Lord Treated the Religious Leaders
The class examines how Jesus treated religious leaders, emphasizing his anger at their hypocrisy and the burden of their traditions. It highlights the importance of correct belief based on the Bible and the need for passionate discipleship, encouraging and inspiring others to join the kingdom.
Class 2: How the Lord Treated Women
The class explores how Jesus treated women with high regard and equality, emphasizing his understanding and empathy towards them. It highlights examples from the gospels where Jesus interacts with women, such as the woman with the issue of blood and Mary and Martha, showing that Jesus valued their spiritual growth and practical service equally.
Class 3: How the Lord Treated Judas
Judas had exceptional potential but gradually became attracted to the truth for wrong motives, culminating in betrayal. The class contrasts Judas with Peter and emphasizes the difference between mere regret and genuine repentance that leads to changed behavior.
Class 4: How the Lord Treated the Apostle John
The class explores how Jesus treated the Apostle John, focusing on John's fiery temperament and how Jesus helped him overcome his anger and judgmental nature. It covers key moments where John's strong emotions led to mistakes, and how Jesus taught him to be more compassionate and patient.
Class 5: How the Lord Treated the Fallen
The class explores how Jesus handled a woman caught in adultery, balancing judgment and mercy. It highlights Jesus' compassionate approach and the importance of acknowledging sin, seeking forgiveness, and committing to change.
Class 6: How the Lord Treated the Brokenhearted
The class focuses on Jesus' compassion and miracles involving the resurrection of a widow's son in Nain and Jairus' daughter, emphasizing Jesus' empathy and tenderness towards those in sorrow. It highlights the importance of compassion and faith in ministering to the brokenhearted.