Issues In Perspective

The Vision of the Ram & He-Goat: we discuss this dream of Daniel's, and the detailed view it provides of future events as they pertains to Israel.

Dr. Eckman leads discussion of Daniel's Vision of the Four Beasts, a dream with striking similarities to the dream of Nebuchadnezzar in chapter 2: Both outline the 4 great kingdoms of the world, and the 5th kingdom-to-come which is far superior.

Dr. Eckman leads in-depth discussion of Daniel & the Lion's Den.

The Writing on the Wall: God uses Daniel to tell King Belshazzar that he has not glorified & honored God with his actions as King, just as his ancestors did, and that the days of his Kingdom are over.

King Nebuchadnezzer's remarkable royal proclamation glorifying God is an account of mysterious dream, Daniel's interpretation, and God's fulfillment of the dream raise interesting questions, including discussion of Nebuchadnezzer's place in heaven.

Nebuchadnezzar built an idol of himself, and threw Daniel into the fire for not worshipping. Dr. Eckman leads discussion on how God changed Nebuchadnezzar's heart.

We discuss The Dream of Nebuchadnezzar: the King's threat to his court, how Daniel prayed for insight to know & interpret the King's dream, and how this dream revealed a broad framework for history.

Dr. Eckman begins a new bible study on the book of Daniel, beginning with Daniel's exile to Babylon, and his education & training under King Nebuchadnezzar.

We complete our study of 2 Thessalonians, with Paul's encouragement to believers to live holy & productive lives.

Paul reminds us that God loves His people & we are in the process of being sanctified. We are reminded to hold fast to His teachings, and encourage others to consider to the Gospel of the Lord.

In 2nd Thessalonians 2, we have a brief summary of the End times, including discussion of events that must occur before the judgments of the Day of the Lord.

Paul reminds the Thessalonian people of his teachings on end times & discusses 'The Man of Lawlessness'. We are reminded to set aside fears & wonders of this coming time, and to focus the promise that Jesus will return for His people.

2 Thessalonians 1:8 states "He will punish those who do not know God." Dr Eckman takes us to Romans 1, 2, & 3 to discuss this verse & give understanding on 'being accountable to the Light received."

Paul's 2nd letter to the Thessalonians begins with comfort & understanding for the people of this Church enduring much suffering. Paul encourages them that their faith & love grows during such times, and that such difficulties are evidence of their righteous judgement.

Paul concludes his 1st letter to the Thessalonian people, reminding us to hold fast to what is good, turn from sin, and to live our lives according to the promises & hope that our Lord Jesus Christ offers.

We discuss Paul's practical instructions for supporting church leaders & interacting with others, plus gives 3 commands for personal holiness.

Paul reminds the Thessalonians about the coming "Day of The Lord," and explains how this can be a time of blessing & salvation, or that of judgement & wrath. To be "prepared" is the simple act of accepting the gospel of Christ.

Paul describes how Christ will fulfill His promise to come back for His people. Dr. Eckman discusses Biblical truth for this coming event, including details for the resurrection of the dead.

Paul gives instructions on Sanctification - conforming one's life to the image of Christ. It is God's will for our lives to be sanctified, and we are encouraged to develop a strategy for avoiding sin & being Holy.

Paul sent Timothy to the Thessalonians, and Timothy brought back word of the persecution they were undergoing, and of their steadfastness in the midst of it. We are encouraged in our lives today to grow in our dependence & trust in God, and live holy lives pleasing to Him.

Dr. Eckman discusses Paul's teachings on the differences of hearing, receiving, and accepting the Word of God, and learning to see others & the world around us through God's perspective.

Dr. Eckman leads this discussion involving Paul's defense of his motive & his ministry to the Thessalonians. These passages encourage us to examine our lifestyle & behaviors, to be sure they are honoring to God.

Paul gives thanks to the Thessalonian people for their faith, as they had become good models to other believers in the region. We are encouraged to be the same models of Christ in modern times.

Dr. Eckman begins a new study of the book of 1 Thessalonians. We discuss cultural & geographical factors of the time, and a breakdown of Paul's opening statement of Thanksgiving.

Paul concludes his letter to the Philippians, encouraging us to be content with everything & every situation God puts before us.