202 Following Jesus: The Life of Christ (Book 2)
Level 2 Course
Book 2: Year of Preparation
Analyses the first year of the ministry of Jesus (Year of Preparation).
Emphasises the preaching of John the Baptist, the repentance and the spiritual fruit.
Explains the main characteristics of the Pharisees and Saducees, the Sanhedrin, etc.
The baptism of Jesus introduces the doctrines of the Trinity and the attributes of God.
The temptation of Jesus is the basis for looking at the inspiration of the Bible and a reflection on materialism, pride and violence in contemporary life.
Presents the concepts of "synoptic" and "chronological" and uses the technique of comparison to unite Matthew with the rest of the "synoptics" and John.
Emphasises the extensive use of prophecy in Matthew. Teaches about the creed, the confession of sin and the use of symbols and examples in preaching.
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Book 2 course content
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1.1 The Preaching of John the Baptist - Matthew 3:1-12
1.2 The Pharisees and the Sadducees
2.1 Confessing our Sins
2.2 Using the Bible in Confession
3.1 Luke's Gospel and the Year of Preparation
3.2 John's Gospel and the Year of Preparation
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4.1 The Baptism of Jesus - Matthew 3:13-17
4.2 The Trinity in the New Testament
4.3 The Trinity in the Old Testament
5.1 The Trinity and the Apostles' Creed
5.2 The Attributes of God
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6.1 Jesus Christ Tempted as Son of God - Matthew 4:1-7
6.2 Jesus Christ Tempted as Son of Man - Matthew 4:1-11
7.1 Jesus' Use of the Scriptures
7.2 The Inspiration of the Bible: Its Unity
8.1 The Inspiration of the Bible: Its Fulfilment
8.2 The Inspiration of the Bible: External Evidence
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9.1 Jesus and Nicodemus
9.2 Jesus and the Samaritan Woman
10.1 How to Lead Others to Christ
10.2 The Year of Preparation - Revision
Feedback for Lessons
Tests on Lessons
Supplements
Evangelistic Leaflet - "How Can I Get to Know God?"
TIMEFRAME
The course consists of an introduction section, 10 lessons and a wrap up/ reflection section at the end, as well as an examination. This can therefore be done over 10 weeks, or 12 weeks, and adapted to local needs.
COURSE COST
£45, (the equivalent of a sandwich a week).The price only covers the costs, as we are a charity organisation. If you would like to discuss discounts when purchasing a group of courses, we would be happy to accommodate. We do offer bursaries for those not able to contribute to the whole cost.
If you would like to discuss this course further, or if you would like to find a local study group, please contact us
LANGUAGES:
This course is also available in many other languages through our partner SEAN. If you are interested in another language, please contact us.