The Days Of Ahab

The class explores the reign of King Ahab, focusing on his spiritual decline and the lessons for the Ecclesia today. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining religious heritage and resisting worldly influences that can lead to spiritual compromise.

Passages: 1 Kings 16:29-34, Joshua 6:26, Deuteronomy 6:4-5, 1 Kings 18

The class discusses the story of Obadiah in 1 Kings 18, highlighting his fear of God and his struggle to fully serve Yahweh despite his respect for Him. It draws parallels to modern Christadelphians, emphasizing the challenge of balancing reverence with active service and witnessing, especially in secular environments.

Passages: 1 Kings 18:1-16, Deuteronomy 11:13-15, Genesis 35:1-4, Joshua 24:1-24

The class explores Elijah's struggle with false doctrines and idolatry during the reign of Ahab, emphasizing the importance of maintaining faith and covenant with God. It draws parallels between Elijah's experiences and contemporary challenges faced by the Christadelphian community, urging members to resist humanistic and ecumenical influences.

Passages: 1 Kings 18, 1 Kings 19, Deuteronomy 29:25, Deuteronomy 31:16

The class examines the story of Naboth from 1 Kings 21, highlighting his faithfulness and principled stand against King Ahab's unjust offer for his vineyard. It draws parallels between Naboth and Jesus Christ, emphasizing the importance of maintaining spiritual integrity and resisting worldly temptations.

Passages: 1 Kings 21:1-16, Deuteronomy 11:10-15, Numbers 27:1-11, Matthew 4:8-11, Matthew 16:21-28

The class discusses Jehoshaphat's alliance with Ahab, emphasizing the dangers of forming friendships with idolaters despite good intentions. It highlights Jehoshaphat's mistake in allying with Ahab and the consequences, drawing parallels with biblical laws and principles from Deuteronomy.

Passages: 1 Kings 22:1-4, 2 Chronicles 18:1-3, Deuteronomy 19:1-13, 1 Kings 21:19