Wednesday Night Class - Encounters with Jesus
Teachers
Lesson Summary
The class began with a warm greeting and prayer before the teacher announced a new study series centered on the encounters Jesus had with individuals throughout the Gospels. Emphasizing the lost condition of humanity, the teacher referenced Isaiah’s description of sin separating people from God and explained that Jesus entered the world as the sole path of redemption. By comparing Jesus to motivational speakers and political leaders, the teacher highlighted Christ’s unique servant‑hearted use of power, citing Matthew 20:28, and underscored His purpose to reveal the Father’s heart. Key biblical examples were presented, including Paul’s dramatic conversion and desire to know Christ’s power (Philippians 3:10) and Jesus’ statement, “If you have seen me, you have seen the Father” (John 14:9). The lesson illustrated how each encounter—whether with the Samaritan woman, the blind man, or the tax collector—demonstrates the transformative effect of meeting Jesus. The teacher concluded by encouraging the class to seek deeper insights into these encounters over the coming weeks, fostering personal application and a renewed passion for sharing the Gospel.
Key Scriptures
Jesus said to him, "Have I been so long a time with you, and do you not know me, Philip? He who has seen me has seen the Father; how can you say, "Show us the Father"?