Gods Design in the Creation of the World
6 classes on based on Elpis Israel Part 1
Classes
Class 1: Man in the Image and Likeness of the Elohim
The class explores the creation narrative in Genesis 1, focusing on the concept of man being created in the image and likeness of God. It emphasizes that the primary purpose of creation is God's manifestation, not merely human salvation, and discusses the implications of this doctrine for understanding human nature and purpose.
Class 2: The Formation of Woman; A Great Mystery
The class discusses the formation of woman in Genesis 2, emphasizing the spiritual and natural roles of women as the glory of men, reflecting God's glory. It explores the relationship between man and woman as a type of the relationship between Christ and the ecclesia.
Class 3: The Carnal Mind
The class explores the concept of the carnal mind in Genesis 3, contrasting the animal's reliance on senses with man's capacity for moral and spiritual likeness to God. It examines the serpent's role in tempting Eve and the consequences of sin, emphasizing the need for faith and atonement through Christ.
Class 4: The Constitution of Sin
The class explores the concept of sin's constitution, drawing from Genesis 3 and Romans 5, emphasizing the consequences of sin on human nature and conscience. It discusses how sin entered the world through Adam's disobedience and the subsequent effects on humanity, including the need for atonement and resurrection.
Class 5: The Constitution of Righteousness
The class discusses the concept of righteousness as outlined in Romans, focusing on how Jesus Christ's sacrifice and resurrection enable believers to be constituted righteous. It emphasizes the importance of faith and works in declaring God's righteousness and the practical application of this doctrine in daily life.
Class 6: The Way of the Tree of Life
The class explores God's design in creation, focusing on the consequences of sin and the hope of salvation through Christ. It discusses the constitution of sin and righteousness, the role of the tree of life, and the process of being molded by God into His image.