The weightier matters of the law
Classes
Class 1: Whither shall we go up
The class discusses the importance of faith in God's promises and obedience to His commands, using the story of the Israelites' failure to enter the Promised Land due to lack of faith and obedience. It emphasizes the need for perseverance and faith in trials.
Passages: Deuteronomy 1:1-4, Hebrews 3:7-12, Numbers 13:18-33
Class 2: The LORD God of our fathers
The class explores the concept of faith as taught in Deuteronomy and Hebrews, emphasizing that faith is not just belief but perseverance under trial. It highlights the importance of faithfulness in God's promises and the role of parents and grandparents in passing on faith to future generations.
Passages: Deuteronomy 6:1-3, Psalm 44, Hebrews 11, Deuteronomy 1:10, Genesis 48:15-16, Exodus 34:7
Class 3: Why are ye subject to ordinances
The class discusses the theme of faith and grace in the New Testament, emphasizing the importance of trusting in God's work rather than human efforts or ordinances. It contrasts the faithlessness of Israel with God's faithfulness and the New Testament's focus on grace and justification by faith, not works.
Passages: Galatians 1:1-9, Galatians 2:11-21, Luke 2:40, John 1:14, Romans 7:14, Ephesians 2:15
Class 4: His faith is counted for righteousness
The class explores the concept of righteousness through the lens of Romans 4 and Job, emphasizing that human righteousness, even when declared by God, is insufficient for salvation. It highlights Abraham and David's faith and God's grace in forgiving their sins, illustrating that true righteousness comes from faith in God's ability to forgive.
Passages: Romans 4:1-8, Job 1:1, Job 31:1-35, Job 42:1-6, Luke 18:18-27, Isaiah 64:6
Class 5: That we might receive the adoption of sons
The class explores the concept of adoption as sons of God through faith, emphasizing the need to live a life free from sin after baptism and the crucifixion of Christ. It contrasts the Judaizers' misunderstanding of grace with the true meaning of faith and righteousness.
Passages: Galatians 4, Romans 6:1-7, Exodus 4:22-23, Psalm 89:19-29, Luke 3:38
Class 6: Because ye believed Me not
The class discusses Numbers 20:1-13, focusing on Moses' failure to trust God fully and the consequences of his actions. It emphasizes the importance of faith in God's work rather than human effort, drawing parallels to Christ's sacrifice and the need for believers to persevere in faith.
Passages: Numbers 20:1-13, Deuteronomy 34:10, Exodus 17:1-7, Isaiah 53:10-12