Bible Doctrines Part 1: Scripture to Salvation (SDA)

This session addresses one of the hardest questions of all time: Why would a good God allow evil to exist? By walking through Scripture and reason, we explore the biblical worldview of the Great Controversy, tracing the origin of sin, the rebellion of Lucifer, and how God’s justice and mercy intersect in allowing freedom.

Answer key is attached as a resource to this section.

In this follow-up discussion to the main lecture, we engage some tough questions relating to the origin of evil:

1.) Why weren't Adam and Eve destroyed on day 1?

2.) Why was Lucifer not destroyed immediately?

3.) Does the scapegoat mean that Satan is the savior?

Join our discussion as we discuss these things and more!

These questions are designed to spark further study and there may not be only one "correct" answer. Suggested answers are attached as resources.

This foundational lecture explores the SDA perspective on creation, challenging common misconceptions about Genesis. We discuss why the beginning matters—revealing the Creator’s purpose, the authority of the Word, and the implications of design versus accident. We introduce the Great Controversy and how it shapes the meaning of life, morality, and freedom.

Test your understanding of the key concepts presented in the main lecture, including creation, freedom, design, and the purpose of life. Answer key is attached as a resource.

We dive deeper into scientific and theological challenges around creation. Did God use evolution? Why does the world seem so old? What about dinosaurs and fossils? And what does the Bible really mean by “day”? This candid group discussion tackles common doubts and offers reasoned, faith-based responses.

These reflective questions go beyond the discussion group to inspire deeper study, challenge assumptions, and encourage personal engagement.

This lecture tackles one of the biggest—and most misunderstood—questions in all of religion: What happens when we die? You’ll explore what the Bible teaches about death, the soul, resurrection, and eternal life, tracing these doctrines from Genesis to Revelation.

We’ll look at how the Hebrew worldview differs from the Greek philosophical tradition, and how that clash still shapes Christian beliefs today. Misunderstandings about death have led to confusion about heaven, hell, the second coming, and even the gospel itself. This class clarifies the issues using careful, compassionate reasoning and a high view of Scripture.

You’ll also learn how to make sense of tough questions about ghosts, near-death experiences, emotional comfort, and apparent contradictions in the Bible. Every topic is approached with both conviction and kindness.

This course includes a main lecture and a follow-up “Tough Questions” discussion group where real-life objections are handled honestly and biblically.

Whether you're exploring the topic for the first time or brushing up to teach others, you’ll come away with clarity, confidence, and a firmer grasp of what the Bible really says about life, death, and eternity.

Answer key is attached as a resource.

These questions are exceedingly common objections to the doctrine as stated in this class. You will definitely encounter them when studying with someone who believes differently.

These questions and their suggested answers are not intended to be the final word on the subject but rather a guide to prompt more exploration and reflection. Suggested answers are attached as a resource.

This course unpacks the Bible’s teaching on salvation from a Seventh-day Adventist perspective, showing how grace, faith, and obedience work together in God’s plan. You’ll learn the distinct roles of justification, sanctification, and glorification, and see how these fit within the overarching “Great Controversy” between good and evil. We’ll explore the Old Testament roots of salvation, the fulfillment in Christ, and the implications for our daily walk.

We’ll also tackle common misunderstandings—legalism, lawlessness, and distorted views of grace—so you can discern truth from error. Through Scripture and reason, you’ll discover a balanced, hope-filled view of redemption that transforms life now and gives assurance for the future.

This class includes both a full lecture and a Tough Questions discussion that addresses real-world objections and offers thoughtful, Bible-based responses.

These questions test your knowledge of the primary material from the class. The answer key is in the attached resource.

A roundtable discussion tackling real-world objections and questions about salvation, assurance, and the balance of faith and works.

These questions are less about testing your knowledge and more about helping you expand your thinking for further study. These are just possible answers to help you explore further. This is not intended to be the final word on the subject but rather a guide to prompt more exploration and reflection. Suggested answers are attached as resources.