Issues In Perspective

Dr. Eckman leads in-depth discussion of Philippians 1:6 - "?He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus", and discusses Paul's teachings of how God ultimately wants us to see people as He sees them.

Join us as we begin a new study of the book of Philippians. We begin with a historical overview of Paul's writings, and break down the significance of how Paul greets the people of Philippi in this letter.

Solomon encourages us to live responsible lives in our youth, to set the stage for later years. He then concludes with his guidance for living life: trust God, walk with him in Faith, and obey Him, because everything we do is important.

As we near the end of our study of Ecclesiastes, Solomon explains what a life of Faith, Trust, and Obedience to God should look like.

Solomon shares his message of God's providence as it relates to human joy: man cannot begin to comprehend God & his infinite power & wisdom, so we are to walk in faith, while trusting & obeying Him, and enjoy all the days of our lives.

Solomon discusses the relationship between God's sovereignty & human character, and begins sharing perspective on a wise person's relationship with government.

Dr. Eckman gives final thoughts on God's perspective regarding adversity & prosperity in our lives, then begins discussion on the relationship between God's sovereignty & human character.

In Chapter 7, Solomon tells us that God is the author of both adversity & prosperity, and He mingles them together throughout life. We are encouraged to trust God by being happy in 'good' times, and to consider the purpose behind seemingly 'bad' times.

Final thoughts on truly enjoying fruits of one's labor as a Christian, and begin discussion on the Providence of God and Wealth.

Dr Eckman leads discussion on man's inability to enjoy the fruits of our labors, and how it conflicts with man's understanding of God's Providence over all.

We continue discussion of the factors of life that seem to contradict God's providence in our lives. In today's study, Solomon addresses labor and man's inappropriate motivations to work hard.

Solomon begins to discuss factors of life that appear to contradict God's providence over mankind, and also includes insights on the importance of being able to answer tough questions from non-believers about Christianity.

Solomon establishes God's providence over all human activity, with much discussion on how this challenges man's understanding.

We continue discussing Solomon's perspective on work & labor, with excellent commentary from Dr. Eckman on our society's tendency of valuing our work over our position in Christ.

Solomon shares his experience & perspective in both foolish & wise living, and explains the "meaninglessness" of either from an eternal perspective.

Dr Eckman leads this discussion of Solomon's experiment with pleasure-seeking as a means of fulfillment & contentment; how self-indulgence & frivolous living left him empty & unfulfilled.

Solomon teaches us about the futility of human wisdom: how knowledge without Spiritual transformation is useless.

Dr. Eckman begins a new study on the book of Ecclesiastes, with a historical overview & discussion of Solomon's main theme: "The meaninglessness of life apart from God".

Dr. Eckman completes his study of 1 Corinthians, with Paul's teachings to the Corinthian people regarding giving money for the needs of the Church.

Paul teaches the Corinthians on the nature & details of the Resurrection of the body upon Christ's return.

A review of Paul’s message on righteous living in 1 Corinthians 15:30-34, plus side discussion on how God holds humans accountable.

Paul continues his lesson to the Corinthians on the fundamental importance of the Resurrection, the consequences of denying it, and the guarantees & certainties that it promises for believers.

The Apostle Paul begins to address the Corinthian people on the importance of the Resurrection, and presents facts to show them how reasonable the Bible is.

Dr Eckman continues discussion on Spiritual gifts in worship (tongues & prophesy), and emphasizes Paul's overall message of how all Spiritual gifts are to be used first to edify the Body of the Church in a fitting & orderly manner.

The Apostle Paul completes his lessons on the characteristics of Love, then begins discussion on tongues & prophecy in worship.