This week we talked about 3 more of the names given to Jesus in Scripture:
- Son of God
- Son of David
- Friend
This week we focus on the names of Jesus: Messiah, The Good Shepherd, Servant.
This week we look at "Savior", "The Word" and "Immanuel"
Jesus has many names and descriptions in Scripture. As we move into the Advent season, we're focusing on three each week.
Week 1:
- The Alpha and Omega
- The Lamb of God
- The Light of the World
This week we cover "church history". For years this was my least favorite subject in school... but I was wrong - understanding our history tells us a LOT about our present.
In 1 Corinthians 12 Paul introduces his favorite metaphor for the church - the Body of Christ.
Acts 10 records the story of Peter's vision and the visit with Cornelius. Peter's vision changed not only his attitude, but the direction of the church forever. If Peter doesn't get this right, the Church doesn't grow beyond the Jewish believers of the day.
Link from class: https://careynieuwhof.com/why-the-church-needs-to-decide-on-its-real-mission/
There's a LOT that happens in these chapters. By the end of chapter 5, there are over 5,000 men (plus women and children) who have come to Christ!
Jesus said "I will build my church". When He said that in Matthew 16, He was looking forward to the time the disciples would quickly learn to lead as Jesus intended.
In Acts 2, we take a look at the Day of Pentecost.
One of the most important words Peter uttered before the cross is found in Matthew 16: "You are the Christ (Messiah), Son of the living God."
Jesus goes on to tell the disciples for the first time about the Church and His impending death for them.