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Life, Ministry, and Teachings of Jesus Christ

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Life, Ministry, and Teachings of Jesus Christ

Welcome to Life, Ministry, and Teachings of Jesus Christ. In this course, you will encounter the original Christianity of the Church in the first century and explore the basic doctrines of Jesus of Nazareth and his teaching of those he prepared as apostles and leaders of the early church. Our collective task is to explore the life, ministry, and teachings of Jesus Christ as presented in the four Gospels in the context of the social, political, and religious conditions of the first century.

Course Overview

Have you ever thought about where you got your ideas about Jesus Christ of Nazareth? Many people have derived their understanding of the Bible’s teachings from what other people have told them, rather than from looking at what the book itself plainly says. This is your opportunity to reexamine your thoughts and beliefs, and to learn about the real Jesus of the Bible and the Gospel message he brought.

The first four books in the New Testament ‒ the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John ‒ are the direct revelation of Jesus Christ, the Son of God, the one who died for humanity, the one who now sits at the right hand of God in heaven poised to return soon as King of kings and Lord of lords. You will have the opportunity to explore the Gospels in a holistic manner through a verse-by-verse analysis of the biblical text presented by Dr. Roderick C. Meredith.

The Gospels provide important details about the conception and birth of Jesus of Nazareth and we would like you to discern the difference between the factual biblical accounts and their meaning for us as opposed to misconceptions of many traditional Christians and others divorced from the original Christianity of the church. Here you will expose yourself to some geography, history, and learn some details about the biblical text.

The Life, Ministry, and teachings of Jesus Christ will help you visualize the cultural, political and social realities in Judea, Samaria and Galilee during Greco-Roman times to aid you in realizing the context in which the Gospels were written and in which Jesus taught and preached.

Unit 1

Unit One: The Early Life of ChristLT Early life unit sm

Featured Text: A. T. Robertson Harmony of the Gospels

Unit Highlights:

  • Animated graphic depiction of the geographic elevation of Israel
  • Extra-Biblical quotes from early writers that point to the validity of the Gospels
  • Interactive timelines of the birth of Christ and the building of Herod’s temple

Lessons:

  1. The Near East in the Days of Jesus
  2. The Gospel Accounts
  3. His Pre-Existence and Birth Preparations
  4. Jesus’ Birth, Boyhood, and Baptism
  5. The Temptation and His Travel to Capernaum
  6. First Cleansing of the Temple at Passover
  7. Jesus Departs Judea, in Samaria at Jacob’s Well and Sychar, and His Opposition at Nazareth
Unit 2

LT Galilean ministry smUnit Two: The Galilean Ministry

Featured Text: A. T. Robertson Harmony of the Gospels

Unit Highlights:

  • Printable Commentary on the book of Matthew by Dr. Roderick C. Meredith
  • Interactive slideshow on the region of Galilee
  • Infographic of most popular English Bible translations
  • “Build on the Rock” Animation
  • Infographic comparing wheat and tares

Lessons:

  1. A New Headquarters, Disciples Called, and Ministry Throughout Galilee
  2. Sabbath Controversies and Withdrawal
  3. Appointment of the Twelve
  4. Sermon on the Mount
  5. Growing in Reputation and Emphasis on Repentance
  6. Public Rejection by Jewish Leaders
  7. Parables and the Kingdom of God
  8. Continuing Opposition
Unit 3

LT Judean ministry unit smUnit Three: The Judean Ministry

Featured Text: A. T. Robertson Harmony of the Gospels

Unit Highlights: 

  • Sea of Galilee Infographic
  • What Jesus meant when He said “I am the door”.
  • Learn More: The two types of bread (Bonus recipe for making unleavened bread)
  • Infographic on the value of a talent

Lessons:

  1. The Sea of Galilee
  2. Training of the Twelve
  3. Galilee to Judea
  4. The Feast at Jerusalem
  5. Later Judean Ministry
  6. Perean Ministry
  7. Resurrection of Lazarus
  8. Later Perean Ministry
  9. Jerusalem before Passover
  10. Olivet Prophecy
  11. Olivet Parables
Unit 4

LT Passover to Resurrection unit smUnit Four: Passover to the Resurrection

Featured Text: A. T. Robertson Harmony of the Gospels

Unit Highlights: 

  • Introducing Student Thoughts! Read answers to specific lesson related questions from other students or write your own response.
  • Feet washing infographic
  • Infographic on the constitution of the Sanhedrin
  • Infographic discussing Roman scourging and crucifixion

Lessons:

  1. First Christian Passover
  2. The Garden of Gethsemane
  3. Arrested
  4. The Crucifixion
  5. The Resurrection
  6. Post-Resurrection
Instructor

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Dr. Roderick C. Meredith

Dr. Meredith was one of the first evangelists ordained by Mr. Herbert W. Armstrong in 1952 and spent 64 years in the Work that Christ began through Mr. Armstrong.  He was active in the Work until his death on May 18, 2017. The Living Church of God, which Dr. Meredith raised up, has more than 350 congregations in 55 countries worldwide.

Course Structure

1. Lectures

Click on the “Lecture” button to view or listen to the lecture for this module. Both a video and audio recording are available for your convenience.  This recording includes an introduction to the topic, followed by a lecture from Dr. Meredith. Listening to the lecture is required in order to complete the module.

2. Summaries

By selecting the “Summary” button, you will have access to a page that summarizes the important points from the lesson and also provides additional learning through discussion questions.  Your local pastor or elder has additional information that will be helpful in reviewing the questions, so be sure to use him as a resource in your discussion. Viewing the summary is a required step in completing the module.

3. Quizzes

Before proceeding to the next module, take a few moments to take the quiz by clicking on the “Quiz” button. This will help you review the important points from this module, by going through 10 questions taken directly from Dr. Meredith’s lecture.  Going through this quiz is a required step in completing the module.

4. Learn More

Look for the “Learn More” icon at the end of each lesson.  These components are optional, and provide further information and recommendations for further study. They are not required to complete the module, but are provided for your interest.

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  • Category: Books of the Bible

  • Number of Lessons: 32

  • Price: Free

  • Language: English

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