Jeremiah: Change before the end begins
Classes
Class 1: Redirecting your Life for God
The class covers the book of Jeremiah, focusing on its chronological structure and the prophet's mission to redirect lives for God. It emphasizes Jeremiah's role in delivering God's message to both Jews and Gentiles, highlighting themes of judgment and the importance of ecclesial commitment.
Passages: Jeremiah 1:5, Jeremiah 11:14, Jeremiah 20:14
Class 2: The Failure of God's People
The class explores Jeremiah's family and the challenges he faced, emphasizing the importance of faithfulness and the consequences of sin. It highlights Jeremiah's commitment to his ecclesia despite familial betrayal and the broader theme of God's judgment on a people who refuse to repent.
Passages: Jeremiah 1:11-13, Jeremiah 12:6, Jeremiah 29:1-14, Jeremiah 42:1-22
Class 3: Jeremiah's Struggle with God
The class explores Jeremiah's personal struggles with God, highlighting his frustrations and appeals to divine compassion. It emphasizes Jeremiah's human side, showing his emotional and spiritual battles as he tries to fulfill his prophetic role amidst the spiritual sickness of his people.
Passages: Jeremiah 2:1-4, Jeremiah 9:1-6, Jeremiah 14:11-19
Class 4: Jehoiakim: the King without a Conscience
The class explores Jeremiah's struggles with God and his message, focusing on the prophet's personal trials and the broader context of God's judgment on Judah. It highlights Jehoiakim's rejection of Jeremiah's prophetic warnings, emphasizing the importance of heeding divine warnings and maintaining faith.
Passages: Jeremiah 15:1-16, Jeremiah 26:1-24
Class 5: The Faithful Example of the Rechabites
The class explores the story of the Rechabites in Jeremiah, emphasizing their faithfulness and adherence to family values despite societal pressures. It highlights the importance of setting godly standards for families and individuals to resist worldly influences.
Passages: Jeremiah 35, Jeremiah 22, Leviticus 10, 1 Corinthians 6
Class 6: Zedekiah: the King without a Backbone
The class covers Jeremiah's prophecies during Zedekiah's reign, focusing on the king's rebellion against Babylon and Jeremiah's warnings and sufferings. It emphasizes the themes of judgment, faithfulness, and endurance.
Passages: Jeremiah 24:1-10, Jeremiah 27:1-11, Jeremiah 38:6-13