Search Bible Classes

The search function searches Bible class descriptions and transcripts. When the search function finds the search word or phrase, you will be presented with links to the classes that contain those words. The link will take you to the class audio page. If you want to find where the search phase is located in the Bible class transcript, click on the Transcript:read link to view the transcript. Once in the transcript window, type Ctrl-F (PC) or Cmd-F (Mac) to enter the word or phrase in the browser search box, and it will show you all occurrences of your search word(s).

Search Tips

  • Entering a search string with no other criteria (such as AND, NOT, or quote marks) will return some of the context around the words you entered (which are highlighted) as well as a link to the audio player for the class.
    That page will also have links to the video, transcript, and slides for that class.

  • Entering two search terms separated by the word AND will return links to all items which contain both of those terms as well as part of the description of each class.

  • Entering two terms separated by the word NOT will return links to all items which contain the first term but not the second term as well as part of the description of each class.

  • Entering a search string in quotes will return links to items that contain the exact phrase as well as part of the description of each class.

Codes & Descriptions

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.

Search Results

by David Dunn
In the discussion of the spiritual life of the Christian, the epistle of 1 John is instrumental. It is not only an important book because it is part of God’s inspired word (2 Tim. 3:16; 2 Pet. 1:21), but also because of the statements contained in the text related to the believer’s walk with God. However, not all interpreters are in agreement as to how the reader is to apply the words of the text. Even though the different interpretations are affected by issues related to translation, many of the difficulties and differences in interpretation stem from passages in which opposing parties often agree in terms of translation. Two central views have emerged in the interpretation of 1 John that will be discussed in this paper. Is 1 John presenting the tests of whether or not one is truly born again, or tests as to whether the one who is born again is walking in fellowship with God? As Dillow stated, “In a word, are they tests of regenerate life, or are they tests of abundant life?” ...
Series:2011 Chafer Theological Seminary Bible Conference
Duration:1 hr 9 mins 50 secs