Lecture Notes

Introduction

• Understanding the book, Part 17.
• Requires maximum participation.
• Focus is on searching ourselves and understanding the latter days as per Paul's letters.
• Study habits and methods will be discussed.

Lecture Rules

• Keep mic muted except when speaking.
• 60 seconds for questions or answers; microphone will be muted if exceeded.

Main Topics Discussed

Understanding Paul's Writings

• Examination of Paul's letters concerning latter days.
• References to Timothy's writings.
• Message repeats but in different contexts ('same song, different dance').

Study Methods

• Enhance understanding by exploring definitions and lexicons.
• Using Greek definitions for clarity (e.g., 'in samples', 'typos').

The Fullness of Time

• Galatians 4:2, Ephesians 1:7 on the concept of fullness of time.
• Understanding 'fullness of time' as stages leading to the coming of the son.
• Redemption and forgiveness discussed.

New Creation and Redemption

• New creature in Meshiach: 2 Corinthians 5:17.
• Concept of reconciliation through Meshiach.
• Isaiah 43:1 – Redemption and calling.

End Times and Expectations

• Latter days characterized by false teachings and spiritual seduction.
• 1 Timothy 4:1, 2 Timothy 3:15 – Discussions on doctrines, false teachings, and prophecy.

Characteristics of the Last Days

• People will be lovers of self, money, pleasure rather than Yahuwah.
• Traits such as boastfulness, pride, disobedience discussed.

Hypocrisy and Truth

• Hypocrisy means acting, pretending; linked with lying.
• Importance of genuine actions matching words.

The New Heaven and New Earth

• Prophecies of new creation in spiritual and physical sense.
• Connection between spiritual renewal and the kingdom of Yahuwah.

Summary

• Connection between personal transformation and latter days.
• Need for personal introspection to align with Yahuwah's will.

Final Thoughts and Homework

• Reflect on personal qualities that align or diverge from Yahuwah's teachings.
• Study scriptures that help overcome negative traits.
• Be aware of false doctrines and prepare spiritually for the kingdom of Yahuwah.