Catholics for Israel’s Online Bible Course
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- Description: Salvation history from creation to the coming of the Messiah. Covers the basics of the Bible and the core beliefs of Christianity.
- Content outline: The Bible, God, creation, man, original sin, God’s covenants in Old Testament salvation history, messianic prophecies, Jesus and the New Covenant, the Trinity.
- Who is it for? Anyone—whether atheist, agnostic, or a believer of any persuasion—who wants to learn about God and His plan of salvation for humanity.
Questions we explore
- Do you understand the “big picture” of the story of salvation?
- How is God building His human family?
- How do God’s covenants with Adam, Noah, Abraham, Moses, and David prepare for and prefigure the New Covenant instituted by Jesus?
- Is Jesus really the Messiah of Israel and the Son of God? How can we know this for sure?
- How can God be one, yet three Persons? What difference does this make in our lives?
- What kind of a Church did the Messiah establish?
- What is your place in God’s story of salvation?
Part II: Living in the Kingdom
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- Description: An introduction to the Catholic Church – her faith, life and worship – and how the Church continues Jesus’ work of salvation through history.
- Content outline: The Church, revelation & authority, the papacy, Mary & the saints, sin, salvation & justification, grace, life in Christ, liturgy & sacraments, the family, Church history.
- Who is it for? Primarily for those who are already baptized or believe in Jesus as the Messiah and want to discover the fullness of faith and life in His Church.
Questions we explore
- What kind of Church did Jesus establish?
- How can God speak to you today? Is the Bible enough to know His will?
- How can you know that you are saved? What roles do faith and good works play in salvation?
- Is a personal relationship with Jesus enough to fully live the Christian life?
- What does the Bible tell us about our family in heaven—Mary and the saints?
- What is God’s plan for sex, relationships, marriage, and the family? How should you raise and educate your children?
- How can the seven sacraments supercharge you with God’s grace and help you get through life’s troubles with peace, joy and love?
