Who is Jesus? How each of us answers this important question makes a big difference. Some view Jesus as a great teacher, prophet, or religious figure. But who is Jesus and what difference does He make in our lives? As we explore the gospel of look we find not only what the people of His time thought about Him, but also what the Father testified of Him. What are the different names for Jesus? What is meant by the terms "Son of Man" and "Son of God". How can we understand these terms in relation to the role, mission, and person of Jesus.
What was the significance of the Baptism of Jesus? Did Jesus need to be baptized? Is it necessary for people to be baptized? Did Jesus really experience humanity? How did Satan tempt Jesus in the wilderness? Was Jesus only tempted 3 times? How did He meet these temptations? What message does this hold for us today? As we explore these questions we discuss the implications for Christian believers today.
This quarter we begin our study on the book of Luke. What does this book have to say about the first advent of Jesus Christ? How does Luke approach this subject? What can we learn from the two miracle births of John the Baptist and Jesus? As the angel came to bring the news, how were the reactions of both sets of parents different? Who exactly was Luke and what makes him a credible source of information? Did Luke witness everything? If not, how do we know his account can be trusted? Why was the book of Luke written? This week we tackle many of these subjects.
This week we focus on wisdom and its link to Creation. How is wisdom linked to creation? In what ways does wisdom's personification in Proverbs 8 connect with the characteristics of the Godhead? Also, in this chapter, Solomon again compares wisdom and foolishness highlighting their different approach at drawing people to their side. What makes wisdom the better option? What value should we place on wisdom? How do fools respond to wisdom?
Rachel, Christine, and Andrew talk about the plan of salvation: God's plan to rescue mankind. Did God always have a plan in place in case humanity would sin? Is salvation for everyone?
What does it mean to live like Christ? How exactly did Jesus live and what motivated his actions? What does a Christ-like life look like today? Is it humanly possible? Can we truly learn to love one another the way that He loved us? This week we explore what it means to live like Christ.
How does the cross show God's love for humanity? Does the Father truly love us, or does only Jesus love us? Why did Jesus come to save humanity? What do we receive as a result of His sacrifice on the cross? What does it mean for our every day living? How did Jesus teach that we should approach salvation? Can even the worst of sinners be saved? This week we tackle the topic of salvation exploring the themes of these questions.