Waukesha church of Christ classes: Recent Episodes
Waukesha church of Christ
classes from sunday adult class. each topic is a different season. These are guided discussions, so some classes have short periods of inaudible comments.
The resurrection is the source of remaking us, but how? Surprisingly there are two answers for this work of Christ.
This word underlies every accomplishment of Jesus resurrection. We cautiously explore what we can reasonably know about the time between Jesus' death and resurrection.
The idea of a 'ransom' has a negative connotation in our vocabulary, but it was once a part of a legal financial regulation. We look at why this word is used to describe Jesus action on the cross.
Having covered the topic of atonement in episode 20 we return to look at the connection of atonement to Christ's work on the cross.
These four ideas seem logical to a certain degree, but they fail to explain what the true object of the cross is. "Why did Jesus (have to) die?" receives various treatment, but we attempt to eliminate some of the deceptively false ideas.
God gave mankind a very fundamental picture of how forgiveness works so that we could be prepared when Christ arrived
The Old Testament was not what God ultimately desired. One of its main purposes was to teach us basic right and wrong.
The things Jesus did and allowed do not permit us to accept any other notion than Jesus' full deity.
Trying to reconcile a divine God and a human Jesus is no easy task. Many early ideas continue to plague the Christian world. We establish some simple concepts, and begin to piece together this puzzling idea.
A look at some of the purely human emotions Jesus experienced with a view to the question "Why?"
Some verses about the nature and person of Christ are truly difficult, but examining the direct statements first helps to clear up the confusion.
Adam is the key to the introduction of sin into the human experience, and Christ is the answer to the problem. Unfortunately, many religions misrepresent the relationship and impact of these two events.
Most of our arguments in theological discussions are unproductive because we fail to listen to the core of the other side's view. Calvinism is misguided, but it is built around protecting a noble ideal.
Having discussed the nature of man, we turn to the important physical and spiritual designs of man and look at scriptures which answer our most fundamental questions about ourselves.
As we continue to address the topic of man's free will, it is important to identify the essense of sin as God sees it, by looking at the synonyms used to explain the concept.
Many arguments have been fought over the exact ability of man to choose, some of which, change the nature of man, and insult the Creator. We address some of the passages which cause confusion, and illustrate that man has the ability to plan and pursue his own course.
We look at two concepts of man's nature that have varied opinions; The nature of our design, and the nature of our basic character.
We probably end up with more questions than answers, but here are some of the details about celestial beings.
Theories of God's interaction with his creation, and four ways God provides for and guides humanity.
The first major work of God is significant as it helps defines God, but also defines our role in the relationship.
This lesson looks at the character of God which pertains to His relationship with his creation. Why is it important to know the difference between relational and intrinsic character? How does a perfect God reconcile character traits that seem to be contradictory?
This class briefly looks at the attributes of God's character that are not dependent on the existence of humanity; his holiness, immutability, and wisdom
God is without limit In both time and space. This class looks at three specific ways these two applications define God.
We discuss the most basic identify of God, noting references to both the singularity and plurality of God.
Our introduction looks at the different methods and sources of information for developing theology, and why some are less accurate.
The beginning of the mechanics of Interpretation discussing concrete and abstract truth (in that order!)
Figurative language is a dangerous part of bible interpretation, as many people twist it to fit their agenda.
Exploring the very limited roles of 'inference' and 'implication' in discovering truth.
Exploding the myth of 'silence of the scripture' as a source of proof. Also a look at 5 contextual words of bible interpretation.
Consistency and Integrity: The point is not to win arguments, but to stand before God having held truth accurately.
What does manuscript evidence say about how accurate the modern bible is in comparison to ancient versions?
One of the strongest proofs of the bible is it's ability to accurately predict future events in specific detail (unlike Nostradamus).
A common misconception of atheists, and even some Christians, is that the bible and science are mutually exclusive.
Many theories exist to de-legitimize the bible, assigning false motives to the authors.
Analysis of the major explanations that have been offered as attempts to invalidate the resurrection
The central idea of the bible is perhaps the hardest for people to accept. We begin to give evidence for this event.
If it came down to one proof, this would be the most compelling argument for the resurrection of Jesus.
Several principles guide what we give up to preserve unity and protect those with weaker faith.
The transitios away from living apostles is an example for us to consider what we will leave behind.
Refutation of the emerging view of Greek 'Gnosticism' as it altered the view of the afterlife.
The fundamental elements of the good news and the significance of the post-resurrection appearances of Christ.
Supposedly Christian movements take an assembly designed for constructive edification and turn it into self-serving chaos
Modern religious movements over-dramatize these two gifts and use them in the exact opposite way they were intended.
Many people today focus on the theatrics of the gifts instead of their purpose; to benefit the church.
Communion illustrates the difference between idolatry and unity. Serving self is never practical in the long term.
Paul discusses his voluntary surrender of his rights, and explains that it wasn't required.
Impurity comes in different ways, all of them destructive. One type is unique in its damage.
Internal flaws, not dealt with, become contagious. We have an obligation to be intollerant.
Disunity is the one crime in which the church is both the perpetrator and victim of harm.
Elihu explains that God works separate from our assumptions. (10 min missing from recording.
Still reverent, Job maintains his integrity, but there's a subtle shift in how he defines it.
Finally someone steps in to stop the madness as Elihu cannot bear to see an innocent man falsely accused.
After concluding with the controversial 'Leviathan', God restored Job through forgiveness.
Theories abound on this intriguing book on human suffering. We introduce Job, his wife, and Satan.
A period of extreme martyrdom draws to a close, as God brings ancient paganism to an end.
A simple, yet relevant, explanation of the text that has been the foundation of over-dramatized fiction for decades.
Chapters 4 and 5 may be the most significant in Revelation, directing our attention to the main thing.
Introduction to the symbolic portion of Revelation. Why we will follow a particular course of interpretation.