JESUS THE MASTER

NOTE: These studies may be undertaken as N.T., Theology, or Electives.

JESUS 501 JESUS IN THE LIGHT OF
HISTORY & ARCHAEOLOGY

Three hours

In this course the Person of the Lord Jesus Christ is considered in the light of archaeological findings, and of early church and Roman writings.

JESUS 502 A JESUS - HIS LIFE, TEACHINGS
AND MIRACLES

Three hours

The life of Christ is seen through the eyes of the Synoptic Gospel writers. His parables were masterpieces of literature. His miracles pointed unerringly to the fact of His deity.

JESUS 502 B JESUS - HIS PARABLES

Three hours

This course goes beyond 502A with a more detailed examination of the parables of Christ in their setting. Special consideration is given to the spiritual applications of these masterpieces.

JESUS 503 JESUS IN PROPHECY AND FULFILMENT

Three hours

(See also OTO 513)

The Dead Sea Scroll community looked for a number of Messiahs, and the fulfillments are seen in Jesus. There are many Old Testament Messianic prophecies - some yet to be fulfilled.

JESUS 504 JESUS THE MASTER TEACHER

Three hours

The methods of teaching utilized by Jesus are examined - e.g. His approach to discipline, and His use of questions. Teachers and counselors can still learn from His unsurpassed wisdom.

JESUS 505 A & B JESUS
THE MASTER COUNSELOR

Three hours

Surprisingly little has been written specifically about Christ as the Master Counselor. This offering analyzes some of His methodology, and its application for Christian counselors today.

JESUS 506 JESUS
THE MASTER PREACHER

Three hours

(See also CME 504)

A nation repented at Jonah’s preaching, but Jesus' preaching has transcended national, racial, cultural and time barriers. Many aspects are considered, learning from the Great Preacher Himself.

JESUS 507 THE FALSE TRIALS
AND DEATH OF JESUS CHRIST

Three hours

The trial of Christ was the greatest travesty of justice ever perpetrated, but we see that the plan of God went beyond the evil machinations of man.

JESUS 508 THE RESURRECTION
AND ASCENSION OF JESUS CHRIST

Three hours

The evidences for the resurrection of Christ are significant. Jesus was physically raised from the dead, with dramatic implications for His followers.

JESUS 509-511 JESUS: THE GREATEST OF ALL MEN -
PARTS A, B & C

3 X Three hours

The unique qualities of Christ are considered, recognizing His superiority to great men of the Bible such as Abraham, Moses, David, Solomon, Isaiah and Jonah.

JESUS 530 DIRECTED STUDY

Three hours