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Class Codes
[A] = summary lessons
[B] = exegetical analysis
[C] = topical doctrinal studies
What is a Mini-Series?
A Mini-Series is a small subset of lessons from a major series which covers a particular subject or book. The class numbers will be in reference to the major series rather than the mini-series.

Holiday Specials

April 1999 - December 2023

This section includes special Bible classes taught in honor of Christian and national holidays.

Sunday, July 02, 2017
Passage: Proverbs 14:34 & Proverbs 29:2
Series: Holiday Specials
Duration: 1 hr 0 mins 57 secs
What makes a nation great in the eyes of God? Listen to this lesson to learn that from the beginning this country was founded on the basis of biblical truth. See how the Declaration of Independence stressed God as the Creator. Learn that the “Laws of Nature and of Nature’s God” assumes the truth of God’s Word. Hear five beliefs of our Founding Fathers and six responsibilities of all citizens in order to continue our freedoms and liberty.
Sunday, December 25, 2016
Passage: John 1:1-18
Series: Holiday Specials
Duration: 43 mins 6 secs
What was John’s reason for writing his Gospel? Listen to this lesson to learn that he wrote it from a Jewish perspective to present Jesus as the Messianic Son of God. See that this was the last Gospel written and find out about how many times the word “believe” is used. Learn the five basic things we learn in John 1:14 and six ways "memra" is used. After learning about the Messiah, understand that it is only by believing in Him and His death on the Cross that we are saved.
Sunday, December 18, 2016
Passage: Luke 1:1-2:20
Series: Holiday Specials
Duration: 54 mins 46 secs
“Joy to the World. The Lord is Come!” What makes the birth of Christ so unusual? Listen to this lesson to see that not only was His mother, Mary, a virgin but many remarkable things attended His birth. See two different Greek words used to explain that Jesus’ birth was a blessing to Mary and all mankind. Find out that the response to this event was rejoicing. Go through the details of what happened in Bethlehem and how it differs from the traditional versions. Learn that Jesus’ entrance into the world is still a reason for joy and gladness because He came to save us from our sin.
Sunday, December 11, 2016
Passage: Matthew 1:1-2:23
Series: Holiday Specials
Duration: 47 mins 7 secs
What comes to your mind when you think of Christmas? Gifts? Parties? Movies and songs? Listen to this lesson to learn that the Bible teaches that Jesus Christ’s birth is the only reason for Christmas. Hear about five dreams and five fulfillments of prophecy concerning Jesus’ birth and the significance of all ten. From this lesson see that Jesus brings hope and when we believe in Him as our Savior we receive the free gift of salvation.
Sunday, March 27, 2016
Passage: 1 Corinthians 15:13-17
Series: Holiday Specials
Duration: 48 mins 46 secs
Are you one of those who has a hard time understanding the resurrection of Christ? Listen to this lesson to hear that Christianity stands or falls with the reality of the physical, bodily resurrection of Jesus Christ. See that Jesus prophesied His resurrection at least five different times. Listen to eight false attempts to explain away the claims of the resurrection. Hear irrefutable, eye-witness evidence for the resurrection and a number of critical facts substantiating it. Rejoice on this day that we can know that Jesus Christ is risen from the dead and we can put our trust in Him for eternal life.
Sunday, January 03, 2016
Passage: Luke 1:51-55
Series: Holiday Specials
Duration: 40 mins 21 secs
What magnificent things about God would you list if you were writing a poem or song to Him? Listen to this lesson to see what Mary focused on. Notice that she was expressing her humility and spiritual status, not her economic status. See how she lists God’s attributes and tells the way He relates to those who trust in Him. Gain an understanding that God’s policy is to exalt the humble and bring down the arrogant. From this lesson, see the importance of believers obeying God as they trust in His goodness.
Thursday, December 31, 2015
Passage: Luke 1:48-51
Series: Holiday Specials
Duration: 1 hr 0 mins 2 secs
How old was Mary when the angel Gabriel announced she would become the mother of the Messiah? Listen to this lesson to learn that in her culture young people were considered adults by the age of thirteen or fourteen. See how she rejoiced because this Son would be her Redeemer. Find out that there is no basis for the worship of Mary or the belief that she was sinless. Notice that she praised God for His omnipotence and other attributes. Accept the challenge of learning more and more about God so we can praise Him like Mary did.
Sunday, December 27, 2015
Passage: Luke 1:46-50
Series: Holiday Specials
Duration: 48 mins 57 secs
What does the Bible tell us about Mary, the mother of the Lord Jesus Christ? Listen to this lesson to learn that she was a young virgin girl who had a tremendous knowledge of and love for the Word of God. See that she went to visit her cousin, Elizabeth, and broke into a song of praise about the magnificence of God. Find out how her song has many parallels with Hannah’s victory poem in 1 Samuel. Learn some of the vast number of meanings of the word spirit and how it is used in different ways in various Scriptures. Like Mary, take time to rejoice in the free gift of salvation that comes through faith in Christ.
Thursday, December 24, 2015
Passage: Luke 2:9-14
Series: Holiday Specials
Duration: 1 hr 1 mins 3 secs
Dean Bible Ministries
Sunday, December 20, 2015
Passage: Luke 1:31-33 & Isaiah 7:14
Series: Holiday Specials
Duration: 32 mins 26 secs
An angel appearing and talking to you? Could that be real? Listen to this lesson to see what a young girl named Mary did when this happened to her. Learn about five things the angel announced to her. See that this would not be an ordinary birth but referred back to revelation from the Old Testament. Find out the differences in the angel’s announcement to Joseph. Understand the uniqueness of this Son. During the Christmas season, take time to meditate on the Messianic prophecies and how they are fulfilled.