The Sound Mind
Year End Studies
Classes
Class 1: 1 Class 1 A Sound Mind vs the Spirit of Fearfulness
The class explores the concept of a sound mind from 2 Timothy 1:7, contrasting it with the spirit of fearfulness. It emphasizes the need for a disciplined and self-controlled mind, rooted in faith and the Word of God, to overcome fear and develop a sound mind like Christ's.
Passages: 2 Timothy 1:7, Mark 4:35-41, Psalm 26
Class 2: 2 Class 2 The Word of God Is Living and Powerful
The class explores the power and living nature of the word of God, emphasizing its role in creation, providence, and salvation. It discusses how the word of God, embodied in Jesus Christ, works in believers' lives, providing comfort and advocacy.
Passages: Hebrews 4:12, Psalm 33:6, Ezra 1:5, Genesis 50:25, Exodus 13:19, 1 John 2:1
Class 3: 3 Class 3 Seek Him with the Whole Heart
The class explores the importance of loving and meditating on God's law as found in the Psalms and Proverbs, emphasizing the need for wisdom and obedience. It highlights the connection between studying the scriptures and developing a relationship with God through prayer.
Passages: Psalm 119:97, Proverbs 1:20-23, Proverbs 28:9, Isaiah 5:24
Class 4: 4 Exhort The Word Made Flesh
The class explores the concept of a sound mind through the life of Jesus Christ, emphasizing his perfect obedience and how he defeated sin. It highlights the development of Christ's character from childhood and the importance of meditating on virtuous and pure thoughts to overcome sin.
Passages: John 1:14, 1 Peter 2:21-22, Isaiah 50:4, Isaiah 11:1-3, Psalm 22:9-10, Philippians 4:8
Class 5: 5 Class 4 That They which Are Approved May Be Made Manifest
The class explores the theme of fear and anxiety, particularly in ecclesial and family contexts, emphasizing the importance of addressing fears to maintain a sound mind. It discusses how conflicts and anxieties can escalate and spread, and encourages open communication and confrontation of issues to foster a healthy ecclesial environment.
Passages: 1 Corinthians 11:17-19, 1 Timothy 3:15
Class 6: 6 Class 5 Be Ye therefore Perfect
The class explores the concept of a sound mind through the lens of Psalm 119 and the life of John the Baptist, emphasizing the importance of prayer, resisting temptation, and maintaining spiritual discipline in daily life.
Passages: Psalm 119:50, Psalm 119:165, Psalm 61:2, Philippians 4:7, Matthew 26:41
Class 8: Evening Program Your Amazing Memory and the Benefit of Forgetfulness
The class explores the importance of memory and the benefits of forgetfulness, emphasizing the role of memorizing God's word as a spiritual growth tool. It discusses different types of memory and how to effectively form and retain memories.
Passages: Psalm 119, Matthew 6:27, Ecclesiastes 5:3