Issues In Perspective

Phillip's actions at Samaria show how everyone is equal at the cross; Simon seeks the Holy Spirit for ungenuine purposes; Phillip preaches on the Gaza Road.

Luke writes on dividing up the work & duties of Church leadership; the disciple Stephen is accused of blasphemy by Jewish priests.

Discussion of God's swift judgement on matters of deceit; As the church grows, the apostle preach at the temple and endure persecution as they proclaim God's Word.

Dr Eckman discusses the bold healing & preaching of Peter & John; the apostles face persecution, as unity & numbers in the Church grow.

Peter continues his case that Jesus is the Messiah that the Jewish people have awaited.

Peter encourages those at Pentacost to repent & be baptized; The miracle & the message of the Healing of the lame man.

Dr Eckman discusses Peter's sermon at Pentacost: how proves that what happened is a fulfillment of Joel, and he demonstrates by using the Old Testament that Jesus in the Messiah.

The Holy Spirit comes over those gathered at Pentacost; Peter addresses the crowd, proclaiming another fulfillment of Old Testament prophecy.

Matthias replaces Judas amongst the Apostles; the Holy Spirit comes at Pentacost.

Dr Eckman begins a new study of the book of Acts. Written by Luke, Acts concerns the very vital period in Christian history between the resurrection of Jesus and the death of the apostle Paul; a time when Christian ideas and beliefs were being formulated and when the organization of the church into a worldwide movement was being developed.

Paul writes of God's grace and how it works in our lives: encouraging believers to reject sin and live self-controlled, upright, godly lives.

Titus continues on teaching sound doctrine to the different groups that make up the body of Christ, as Dr Eckman relates this principles to today.

Paul teaches on matters of Godly behavior, reaffirming that sound doctrine produces Godly living.

Dr Eckman discussing Paul's writings on the character, effect, and condemnation of false teachers, with excellent side discussion on making wise decisions in non-moral areas of our lives.

Dr Eckman discusses a key point of Paul?s teachings in this 1st chapter of Titus: To encourage & lead others with sound doctrine, and refute those who don?t know it.

Continuing discussion on the qualities of Leadership in the Church: proven character, proven competence, and proven leadership in their own homes.

Paul writes to Titus on the qualifications for the Godly leaders he is seeking for the Church: Men of godly commitment, conduct, and character.

Dr. Eckman begins a new study of the Book of Titus, with a historical overview, introduction & discussion of Paul?s salutation to readers.

Peter concludes his 2nd letter, re-affirming that the future promises of God should motivate how believers are to live now ? with holiness, purity, peace, & godliness.

Dr. Eckman begins discussion of 2 Peter, with excellent commentary on ?The Day of the Lord.?

Dr. Eckman discusses Peter?s writings on the practices of the apostates: how the contempt & unruliness of these false teachers can be appealing to the weak & unknowing, but will still be met with God?s judgement.

Peter writes of the precepts & punishment of apostates: false heretical teachings, and how God holds false teachers accountable.

Dr. Eckman reviews & expands on the Christian concepts of Revelation, Inspiration, & Illumination.

Peter reminds us of his commitment to remind believers of the Truth, and reinforces that prophesy does not come from human interpretation or will, but rather comes from divine inspiration of the Holy Spirit.

Peter continues his encouragement to believers: because we have already reached justification in God's eyes, we are to carry ourselves with holiness & grace, and to love others. Through these actions, we will know Jesus better, as He conforms each of us to be more like Him.