Moral and Ethical Teachings of Jesus
Course Description
This six-week course is designed to uplift the moral and ethical lessons of Jesus: teachings centered on love, justice, mercy, humility, forgiveness, service, and the kingdom ethic. The course is suitable for adult learners in a mainline Protestant community. The didactic emphasis is on inclusivity, scriptural engagement, and practical application, while adapting theological and social themes to participants’ needs.
Course Objectives
- Explore and understand the core moral and ethical teachings of Jesus from the Gospels.
- Engage with historical and theological contexts to deepen the understanding of Jesus’ ethics.
- Apply these teachings, such as love, justice, and mercy, to contemporary personal and social issues.
- Foster spiritual practices that embody these teachings within individual lives and community actions.
