Born of the Spirit
Classes
Class 1: Study 1 - God is Spirit
The class explores the concept of God as spirit, emphasizing the importance of understanding the Holy Spirit for correct doctrine and behavior. It covers foundational Christadelphian teachings on the spirit of God and its implications for daily conduct, drawing from passages like John 4:24 and Romans 8:11.
Passages: John 4:24, Romans 8:11, Psalm 139:7-10
Class 2: Study 2 - The Spirit creates
The class explores the concept of the Spirit in the Bible, focusing on its role in creation, sustaining life, and empowering individuals for specific tasks. It emphasizes the importance of the Spirit in developing a spiritual mindset and the dangers of misinterpreting the Spirit's role in salvation.
Passages: Genesis 1:2, Psalm 33:6, Genesis 6:17, Exodus 31:1-6, Numbers 27:18, Deuteronomy 34:9
Class 3: Study 3 - The Spirit in a Son
The class explores the role of the Holy Spirit in the life of Jesus Christ, from his birth to his resurrection, emphasizing the Spirit's presence in Jesus and his disciples. It highlights the preparation of the disciples for Jesus' departure and the continuation of his work through them.
Passages: Luke 1:15, Luke 1:36, Luke 2:40, John 15:19, John 17:15, John 20:21
Class 4: Study 4 - The Spirit confirms
The class discusses the unique role of the Holy Spirit in the first-century ecclesia, emphasizing the supernatural gifts given to the apostles for specific tasks like preaching the gospel and establishing ecclesias. It contrasts these gifts with the ongoing work of the Holy Spirit in believers' lives today.
Passages: Acts 1:5, Acts 2:1-4, Acts 5:12, 1 Corinthians 12:7, Ephesians 4:11-16
Class 5: Study 5 - The Spirit Mind
The class explores the role of the Holy Spirit in transforming human minds from carnal to spiritual thinking, emphasizing the need for believers to be led by the Spirit to reflect God's character. It discusses the contrast between the flesh and the spirit, the importance of sanctification through the word of God, and the responsibility of individuals to change their minds to align with God's will.
Passages: Romans 8:14, Romans 8:7, Ephesians 4:23, Colossians 1:9, Colossians 3:16, John 17:17
Class 6: Study 6 - The Spirit in all
The class explores the Holy Spirit's active involvement in daily life, emphasizing God's foreknowledge and predestination, and the assurance of His ongoing work in believers' lives. It covers passages like Ephesians 1 and Romans 8, discussing salvation, the Spirit's role, and the assurance of God's love and purpose.
Passages: Ephesians 1:3-5, Romans 8:28-39, Psalm 139:9-10, Matthew 18:10, Psalm 91:11