Four Faces Of Christ In The Gospels

The class explores Matthew's Gospel, emphasizing Christ as the perfect king, drawing parallels between the lion symbolizing leadership, courage, and power, and the royal lineage of Jesus. Key themes include Jesus' royal authority, the kingdom of God, and his resurrection as the fulfillment of kingship.

Passages: Matthew 1:1, Matthew 5:1-7:28, Matthew 10:1-11:1, Matthew 28:16-20

The class explores the gospel of Mark, focusing on Jesus as the perfect servant, emphasizing his power to work, willingness to serve, and spirit of sacrifice. It highlights themes of suffering, dedication, and complete sacrifice, contrasting with the royal majesty of Matthew's gospel.

Passages: Mark 1:1, Mark 10:42-45, Mark 16:17-20

The class explores the Gospel of Luke, focusing on Jesus as the perfect priest, emphasizing his compassion, personal fellowship, and intercessory spirit. It highlights key passages where Jesus demonstrates these qualities and concludes with Jesus blessing his disciples before ascending to heaven.

Passages: Luke 24:44-53, Hebrews 2:17, Hebrews 4:15, Hebrews 5:1-2

The class explores the Gospel of John as the face of the eagle, emphasizing Christ's role as a judge with divine insight and truth. It highlights the conflict between Christ and the Sanhedrin, and the commissioning of the disciples to discern judgment within the ecclesia.

Passages: John 1:1-14, John 3:34, John 20:22-23, Genesis 49:16, Deuteronomy 28:49-51, Habakkuk 1:7-9

The class explores the four Gospel writers and their unique portrayals of Jesus Christ, emphasizing how each writer's background influenced their perspective. Matthew, a former tax collector, highlights Jesus as the merciful king; Mark, a young man who fled in fear, portrays Jesus as the caring servant; Luke, a physician, focuses on Jesus as the sympathetic priest; and John, the beloved disciple, depicts Jesus as the loving judge.

Passages: Matthew 10:2, Mark 14:50, Colossians 4:14, John 13:21, John 19:25

The class explores the four faces of Christ in the Gospels and their implications for daily life, emphasizing the importance of living the commandments of the king, practicing mercy, serving with zeal, and maintaining personal integrity. It also looks forward to the kingdom age and the roles of Christ as king and priest.

Passages: Matthew 28:18-20, John 13:1-17, Revelation 7:2-3, Ezekiel 41