Ministering Spirits
Classes
Class 1: Seeing the Unseen
The class explores the concept of angels in the Bible, distinguishing between mortal and immortal angels through references in Malachi, Joshua, and other books. It emphasizes the importance of understanding angels as messengers and their role in God's organization, linking this to the ecclesial community's responsibilities and relationships.
Class 3: Angels of Evil
The class discusses angels of evil, focusing on Abaddon and his role in executing God's judgments. It explores how these angels, while obedient to God, bring destruction to those who refuse reproof and correction, using examples from Revelation, Psalms, and 1 Samuel.
Class 4: Guardian Angels
The class discusses guardian angels, their roles in protecting believers, and the divine protection of saints during persecution. It focuses on Peter's miraculous deliverance from prison as described in Acts 12, emphasizing the theme of faith under trial and the promise of divine deliverance.
Class 5: Cherubim
The class explores the nature of cherubim, distinguishing them from angels and emphasizing their role as visual aids representing God's glory and the saints in glory. The class covers Ezekiel and Revelation, focusing on the symbolism of cherubim and their connection to God's throne and worship.
Class 6: Better than Angels
The class explores the book of Hebrews, emphasizing that Jesus is superior to angels and the law of Moses. It highlights Jesus' humanity, his role in the atonement, and his ultimate victory over sin and death, underscoring the importance of faith in Christ for salvation.
Class 7: Sunday Exhortation
The class focuses on the theme of sacrificial love as described in 1 Corinthians 13 and John 4, emphasizing practical actions over emotions. It explores the five languages of love: time, affirmation, gifts, service, and touch, using examples from Jesus' life and ecclesial fellowship.