The Spiritual Parts of the Body

This thoughtful series explores how the human body—fearfully and wonderfully made—teaches spiritual lessons for those seeking to follow Christ. Each class draws upon scripture and the functions of different body parts to illustrate the life of faith, from unity in diversity to the sustaining power of the word of God. The result is a rich meditation on what it means to be part of the body of Christ and how every member has a vital role to play.

One Body, Many Members

The opening class highlights Paul’s picture of the ecclesia as a single body with many members. Each has unique gifts and functions, yet all are bound together by one spirit and one hope, called to work in harmony for the glory of God.

The Life of the Flesh is in the Blood

This study traces the role of blood in sustaining physical life and connects it to the cleansing and saving power of the blood of Christ. It shows how the circulation of blood throughout the body points to the vital role of spiritual life flowing through the community of believers.

God Searches the Heart

Turning to the heart, the class considers how God examines the thoughts and motives of His children. Just as the physical heart is central to life, the spiritual heart is the center of faith and devotion, calling for purity, sincerity, and love.

Ears to Hear, Eyesalve to See

This session explores the senses of hearing and sight, emphasizing how the word of God opens blind eyes and unstops deaf ears. Believers are urged to cultivate attentive hearts that truly hear His word and eyes of faith that discern His hand at work.

Our Daily Bread

Here the digestive system becomes a parable of spiritual nourishment. Just as food must be broken down into small, digestible parts for the body’s health, so the word of God must be received daily, thoughtfully, and in measure, providing strength for the life of faith.

Will the World Survive Year 2000?

The final class steps into prophecy, reflecting on fears of the approaching millennium and what scripture reveals about the future. It reassures that while the world faces turmoil and uncertainty, God’s plan is sure, and Christ will return to establish his Kingdom in righteousness.

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