Lesson 3

Why Did God Create Mankind?

Is there a reason you exist? This lesson explores what it means to be made in God’s image, why Jesus Christ’s full humanity matters to your salvation and how God’s purpose for mankind points toward the hope of His coming Kingdom.

Lesson Content

What does it really mean to be human?
What makes us more than just physical beings, and why must we look beyond human knowledge to understand our true purpose and spiritual nature?
What makes us uniquely human, and why can only God reveal the full truth about our identity, purpose and ultimate destiny?
What does it truly mean to be created in God’s image and likeness, and what does this reveal about humanity’s extraordinary purpose and ultimate destiny?
What does the Bible reveal about the nature of human life, the spirit within us, and what really happens when we die?
Because of the crucial role Jesus plays in the destiny of mankind, it is essential that we understand His humanity.
Jesus Christ is called "the Son of Man" more than 80 times in the Bible. It was the term he most commonly used in referring to Himself. Whether in Aramaic (which Jesus spoke), Greek or Hebrew, the expression means an ordinary man.
The image of God can be renewed in human beings only through the living presence of Jesus Christ in their lives.
God is a God of mercy. He takes no pleasure in the death of the wicked and often delays His judgments in the hope of repentance.
The Bible clearly show that Jesus will return here to earth and rule the nations with His saints.
It is important for us to learn about God the Father, His nature and character.
Salvation in God's Kingdom is the ultimate purpose of your life.
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