This lesson explores how we can use the Old Testament prophecies to convince nonbelievers to come to faith and become Christians. This method of evangelism is the same as was used by the New Testament Church and the early Christians. A question-and-answer period follows. This lesson was taught for Strength to Strength, a virtual, live
Psalm 110 is quoted or alluded to at least twenty times in the New Testament. Why was this Psalm so important to Jesus and the New Testament writers? We attempt to unlock three riddles in this Psalm that confounded the Jews, yet help us understand the Christ's identity, His coming rule, and our ultimate victory
[WARNING: THIS LESSON IS NOT SUITABLE FOR YOUNGER CHILDREN] This chapter addresses three very disturbing topics: incest, bestiality and homosexual intimate relations. The Law of Moses strictly prohibited God’s people from engaging in these practices. However, do all those prohibitions still apply today, under the new covenant? In this lesson we boldly explore what the
Do you ever feel like you need more wisdom? When life deals us daunting and overwhelming challenges, we often feel unequipped for what lies before us. Sirach has much to say about obtaining God's wisdom. While this wisdom is available to all, will we take the difficult path to obtain it, as did the great
One of the most valuable benefits of diligent Old Testament study is how this brings New Testament teaching to life. Such is the case with the book of Hebrews, illuminated by the Old Testament books of Exodus and Leviticus. We now take a short break from our study through Leviticus to reap our reward! Once
In this second lesson from the Wisdom of Sirach, we take a deep dive into the topic of money. Specifically, Sirach has much to say about the danger of putting our trust in wealth, rather than in God -- and how foolish this is. We look at both good and bad examples of reliance of
Blood is prominent in the book of Leviticus, and throughout Scripture. Why did the Lord always prohibit His people from drinking blood? Why was blood such an important part of the sacrificial system? And why did Jesus tell His followers that they must ‘drink His blood’ in order to have life? In this lesson we
This talk was given for the Society of the Two Tasks (S2T) at Harvard University. Teaching Notes
Prophecies About the Resurrection of Jesus (Harvard S2T Talk) View Lesson
The Day of Atonement (Yom Kippur) was to be commemorated each year, involving specific tasks by the High Priest and fasting by the people. Here we learn about washings, the mercy seat, scapegoats, sin and burnt offerings. Understanding these details will help us appreciate what Jesus, our High Priest, did on the cross to atone
(Caution: This may not be suitable for children. Parental discretion is advised). This chapter addresses the uncomfortable subject of various fluids being discharged from the body of a man or woman, that would thereby render the person unclean. We explore what a key term used might be referring to, and how this passage provides a