The Final Hours of Christ's Life

The class explores Jesus' mindset and determination as he prepares for his journey to Jerusalem and eventual crucifixion, emphasizing his focus on eternal life and his Father's will despite the suffering ahead. It highlights Jesus' actions, such as washing the disciples' feet, to illustrate his sacrificial love and the importance of humility and service.

Passages: Luke 9:51, John 13:1-30

The class explores the final hours of Jesus Christ's life, focusing on the supper at Bethany where Lazarus is present and a woman anoints Jesus with expensive perfume. It delves into Jesus' emotional and spiritual turmoil leading up to his crucifixion, emphasizing his sacrifice and the fulfillment of his mission.

Passages: John 12:1-11, Psalm 118:5, Isaiah 53

The class focuses on Jesus' experience in Gethsemane, emphasizing his agony, prayer, and ultimate sacrifice. It highlights the disciples' failure to watch with him and Jesus' regal demeanor during his arrest.

Passages: Mark 14:32-42, Matthew 26:36-46, Luke 22:39-46

The class explores the companionship of Christ during his final hours, emphasizing his solitude and divine companionship. It highlights the faith and suffering of Christ, drawing parallels with biblical figures and teachings, and concludes with the remarkable faith of the thief on the cross.

Passages: Mark 14:50, Mark 15:27, Luke 23:39-43, Psalm 22:15

The class explores the final hours of Christ's life, focusing on Pilate's trial and the crucifixion, emphasizing Christ's innocence and the fulfillment of atonement. It also touches on the significance of Christ's death and the reactions of key figures like Pilate and Joseph of Arimathea.

Passages: Matthew 27:11-26, John 19:1-42

The class explores the atonement from God's, Christ's, and humanity's perspectives, emphasizing reconciliation and the necessity of understanding and practicing the atonement. It covers Christ's nature and role in the atonement process, drawing on passages like Ephesians 2 and the resurrection narratives.

Passages: Ephesians 2:1-10, John 11:28-32, John 20:11-18