“No obligation” orientation course. Recommended for all interested visitors, regular attenders, and new members.

(Elective)

Is baptism essential for salvation? What is the “one” baptism of Ephesians 4:5? Are sins forgiven in baptism, or are we baptized because our sins have been forgiven? Does baptism save us? How does baptism fit into Jesus’ instruction to Nicodemus that we must be born of the water and the Spirit? These are just some of the questions that will be addressed in the new Sunday morning class on “Baptism”. In this elective class, we will be looking closely at New Testament passages that deal with baptism and see what the Word of God has to say on this important subject.

(Level 100)

This is a topical class that will review basic Christian fundamentals that all believers should be familiar with. This twelve week course will cover topics like: The Nature of God and Christ, Baptism, The Inspiration of the Bible, and many others.

(Elective)

Do you take God at His word, believing what He has told us, or do you just believe in His existence and the salvation He offers? Based on Isaiah 43:10, Believing God: Experiencing a Fresh Explosion of Faith explores what it means to believe God. Through studying the lives of Abraham, Moses, and others from Hebrews 11 as examples of persons who believed God, be encouraged to deepen your own trust in God and receive a fresh word from Him.

(Level 100)

Learn to be “at home” in your Bible. This course is designed to give the student an overview of the Bible, God’s Word to humanity. Recommended as a foundational course for personal growth in the knowledge and will of God.

(Level 300)

The Corinthian church was in an environment much like we find in America today. This is a practical study of church problems with Holy Spirit given solutions.

Subjects from the letter include marriage and divorce, lawsuits, Lord’s Supper, spiritual gifts, the resurrection, and immorality.

(Level 200)

Build your appreciation for Christ’s Church, its importance to Jesus, and its necessary unity. Learn more about how to get along with others, living Godly lives, and standing up against Satan.

(Elective)

In Paul’s letter to the Galatians, there are many forces trying to contradict the teachings of the Apostles and of Jesus. Follow Paul as he explains how he was accepted by the other Apostles and the outcome of the Jerusalem council. Then learn about the teachings of the Law as opposed to his teaching of the Promise given to us by Jesus Christ. See how we can learn to live in peace and harmony through the Spirit of God. This is an elective class that will qualify for either one of the other classes.

(Level 200)

Genesis is a book of important beginnings. It tells of the beginning of everything but God. It is the seed plot of the whole Bible and nearly every great spiritual truth is found here. Genesis is the foundation on which God builds His entire revelation of truth. It should, therefore, be understandable why it is also the book of the Bible under greatest attack by the enemy in an age when the life-changing Scriptures and saving gospel message is made so readily available to nearly every soul!

(Elective)

The book of Hebrews helps Christians build strength in their faith by presenting the wonderful blessings of the better covenant with God they have through Jesus Christ. Learn several faith-building passages from this great book!

(Level 200)

The letter of James stresses practical Christian living and is sometimes considered the New Testament book of Proverbs. James focuses on Biblical faith. He reasons why saving faith must be active in our lives and explains how it should be lived in daily situations.

(Level 300)

Mark was closely connected to the Apostle Peter and the Apostle Paul. In fact, many scholars believe Mark’s Gospel reflects much of Peter’s view of the events in the life of Jesus. Being the first of the Gospels written, William Barclay refers to it as “the most important book in the world.”

(New Testament Course)

In about 62AD, while he was imprisoned in Rome, Paul wrote a letter to the Philippian church, located in what is now modern Greece. In this letter, he speaks to his own afflictions furthering the gospel, encourages them to follow Christ’s attitudes, warns them against placing confidence in the flesh, and teaches them how to live peaceful lives. Thus, from the letter, we learn how to live a peaceful life in Christ.

(Elective)

The hymnbook of Israel. The Psalms cover a range of human response to God and His world, including praise, despair, anger, doubt and hope. The Psalms catch the reality of, at times, our up and down relationship to God, however, they serve to also move us steadily along the path of knowing God.

(Level 200)

A profound Bible book - considered the “Gospel according to Paul.” Augustine, the most influential of the early Church fathers, was converted upon reading Romans. Martin Luther’s reading of Romans caused Him to conclude that his religious trust in dead works was wrong and led to the Protestant Reformation based on justification by faith.

(Level 300)

This course traces the church from its beginning in the first century, through the rise of the Roman Catholic Church and the Protestant Reformation. Compare Biblical New Testament Christianity to church practices, teachings and movements over the centuries. Learn from the past in this exciting study!

(Elective for Level 100 or Level 300)

Sometimes it helps our Christian lives to go back to the basics—to study why we believe what we do. The purpose of this study is to do just that—to examine the church as it existed in the New Testament times. Where did it originate? What was its organization, its name, and its creed? What did they do when they met? What is the purpose of the church? What is its future? What did it teach about salvation? Why should we pattern ourselves after the New Testament Church? Through a study of scripture and other Christian writings, this course is designed to enable all of us to grow closer to Christ by knowing more about His Church.

(Level 300)

Writing to the church in Ephesus, Paul encouraged them to be "endeavoring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace" (4:3) because, he continued, “There is one body and one spirit, just as you were called in one hope of your calling...” (4:4). That body is the church that belongs to Jesus Christ (Ephesians 1:22-23; Colossians 1:18,24).

How can we endeavor to keep the “unity of the Spirit,” or how can it be said that there is “one body” when there are so many different churches? This class is being offered to help us answer these questions. This class will examine some of the teachings and doctrines of several major denominations and religious groups in light of the Scriptures, as well as looking at some of our own teachings.

(Level 200)

What is truth?      Is God real?      Who is Jesus?      What about the 2nd coming?      How are we saved?

How should we answer these questions? What do you know about the “Essentials of Christian Belief?”

In a world that says truth doesn’t matter, this Level 200 class will look at what God says about it. In a culture that emphasizes feelings over facts, we will look at what God says you must believe, and why.

(Level 100)

The Book of John is different from the other Gospels in a number of ways. It not only provides wonderful insights into the life & ministry of Jesus, with the stated purpose of generating belief in Jesus as the Christ, but also relates the reasons behind many of the activities of Jesus & His disciples.

In studying the Book of John, we will see the culmination of God’s eternal purpose, which resulted in Jesus laying down His life as a sacrifice for sins. This study will help us see the step-by-step process by which that purpose was accomplished.

(Level 100)

This faith building foundational course examines the evidences that support Christian faith. “Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope you have.” (I Peter 3:15)

(Level 300)

It’s never too late to become a better parent! The family is under spiritual attack in our culture. One author has termed it, “the battle for the family.” With immense pressure and struggles facing the family, the only sure way to have a happy and prosperous marriage and family is to follow God’s blueprint in the Bible. This is a “video series” class with lesson examples:

• The 10 Best Gifts You’ll Ever Give Your Kids
• How To Listen So Kids Will Talk And How To Talk So Kids Will Listen
• 10 Ways To Improve Your Child’s Self Confidence
• Birth Order - And What You Need To Know About It

(Level 300)

In The Gospel Unleashed (Acts Chapters 1-9), as we read Acts, we were reading the never-ending story of Jesus. We saw the birth of the Lord’s Church & how He worked through the church in the 1st century; we were invited to see how our lives can be an ongoing part of the never-ending story.

In The Gospel Unhindered (Acts Chapters 10-28), we will discover that the Gospel message is unsinkable. We will learn that God called the young church to launch a new evangelistic effort – an effort that will show God making the impossible, possible; the fearful, fearless; and the divided, united. Paul’s missionary journeys changed the world more than the wheel, the electric light, the printing press, or the computer chip.

(Level 200)

This video series is based on Dr. Kevin Leman’s best selling book HAVE A NEW KID BY FRIDAY. A Christian psychologist who has written many books—many of them bestsellers—Dr. Leman combines a healthy dose of common sense psychology & his unique brand of humor to make for a delightful study. Parents don’t have to wait weeks or months to see a positive difference in their kids. When they apply Dr. Leman’s principles, they will see better kids in 5 days because they will have become better parents in 5 days. In fact, they can expect to see results the very first day!

(Level 400)

A study of Old Testament history from the beginning of the nation of Israel in Exodus through the united and divided kingdoms, to the carrying away into captivity in Babylon. Discover relevant lessons for today about God’s character and human nature. This Old Testament study will provide warning, edification and encouragement to the student.

(Level 400)

This event- and lesson-filled study of Old Testament history spans from the beginning of the monarchy of Israel, through the united and divided kingdoms, to the captivity in Babylong and restoration of Jerusalem. Discover relevant lessons for today about God’s character and human nature. This Old Testament study will provide warning and encouragement to the learner!

(Level 400)

Our country is in the midst of a war against terrorism. Its impact will be felt by all of us for years to come. However, we as Christians are also in the midst of spiritual warfare: a battle with attacks by the enemy that have continued nonstop for nearly two thousand years. Its impact will also be felt by all of us, and will last for the entire time we live on this earth.

In this level 400 class, we will talk about the Holy Spirit, beginning with a discussion of some basic truths. Later, we will move the direction of our study to the spiritual warfare we are engaged in daily, and how the Holy Spirit can help us persevere and attain victory in our Christian walk.

(Level 200)

This class is designed to equip the Bible reader and student with the principles, laws and method of proper interpretation to receive God’s intended meaning. “Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved…who correctly handles the word of truth.” (2 Timothy 2:15)

(Level 100)

Learn about the divine and human Jesus, why some loved him and some hated him and how the mission of Jesus is related to the church today.

Grow closer to Jesus and learn key doctrines of the Church in this study of the Gospel of Luke and the Book of Acts.

(Elective)

Do you have the kind of marriage that you would want your children to have? Do you have the kind of marriage that is tender and powerful in impact, the kind of marriage that lets you look forward to growing old together?

This biblical study is intended for:

• Individuals who want to understand how to make a relationship work


• Engaged or dating couples who want to build on a bedrock that is capable of holding their future


• Married couples who want to strengthen and build on what is good.


• Struggling marriages where a new future is desperately needed.

(Level 400)

The Letters of 1 & 2 Timothy and Titus direct us regarding many important issues that affect the health of the Church today—issues involving public worship, qualities necessary in elders and deacons, benevolence concerns toward the needy, the minister/evangelist’s character and duties, and the importance of sound doctrine and holy living.

(Level 400)

When Jesus gave His disciples the Great Commission, He included the phrase “teaching them to observe all that I commanded you.”

Just as the baton was passed from Jesus to His followers, and ultimately to present-day Christians like you and me, so has the requirement to reach the lost and train them up in Christ. Our Personal Evangelism class will help motivate and equip you to do just that. We will discuss our need to evangelize as well as some practical methods and tools for sharing the gospel with your family, friends, neighbors, co-workers, and classmates. We will also travel through the “Living Proof” video series and participate in some helpful discussions. If you want to be more excited about evangelism and more prepared to reach the lost for Christ, do not miss this class!

(Elective)

Paul told the Christians at Rome to be “faithful in prayer.” (Romans 12:12) To the Thessalonians he proclaimed that they should “pray without ceasing.” (I Thessalonians 5:17) Jesus’ disciples asked Him to teach them how to pray. (Luke 11:1) And the entire eleventh chapter of John is a record of the Lord’s prayer on the night He was betrayed. Arguably, the most important resource or tool God has given to assist us with our Christian walk is prayer. Join me for a closer look at, and discussion on, “prayer.”

(Level 400)

An exciting study of the prophetic literature of the Bible. The themes of the Old Testament prophets will be examined, but special emphasis will be given to the New Testament prophetic book of The Revelation.

(Elective)

Parenting in today’s society can be a real struggle. Come to our interactive Sunday morning parenting class with your experiences and ideas as we dive into this difficult, but fun, topic.

The outline of this class will be based on the book “Raising Great Kids,” but again, this class is meant to be an interactive session. Come ready to share!

(Elective)

This class will help married couples of all ages learn how to fall in love, stay in love, and rekindle their love. This study will provide wise council and loving support for those who are hurting in their marriages. It will also be helpful for singles who want to prepare for marriage. It is based on biblical principles as discussed in the book: “Love Life for Every Married Couple” By Ed Wheat M.D. and Gloria Oakes Perkins. Each couple should purchase a book. They are available from Bud and Teresa for $6.00 each.

(Elective for Level 200 or Level 400)

The Sermon on the Mount embodies the fundamental principles we are to live by as Christians. In it Christ speaks of such critical issues as being a disciple in this world, divorce, giving, prayer, anxiety, and handling wealth. As relevant today as in His time, these principles hold the key to living a successful Christian life.

(Level 200)

All people are responsible to God for their time, talents, and treasures.

This course considers Biblical stewardship of the resources God has placed in our lives, including spiritual gifts. The student will discover his or her own spiritual gift and learn about each gift’s productive uses and possible abuses.

(Level 400)

In this class we will look at the various problems that people face in their lives today in and out of the Church. We will study ways that the Scripture and the Holy Spirit help us to understand how to help and confront these problems. We will find that everyone in some way is capable of teaching and counseling those who are in need of guidance which includes most all of us. There are simply too many lives failing today for us to continue looking the other way.

(Elective)

Dr. Dobson provides parents, teachers and other influential role models with a road map for growing boys into good men. Dr. Dobson brings his trademark humor and unequalled experience to the important topic of raising boys.

(Elective)

Effective in strengthening new Christians and winning wayward Christians back to the church. Video by Neil Lightfoot.

(Elective)

Do you want to be extravagantly blessed by God? Are you ready to reach for the extraordinary? To ask God for the abundant blessings He longs to give you? Discover how the remarkable prayer of a little known Bible hero can release God’s favor, power, and protection. You will see how one daily prayer can help you live the life you were meant to live.

(Level 300)

A soul-enriching study of what has been termed the wisdom literature (Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and Song of Solomon). From dramatic story and poetic song to practical insights for wise living in one-liners, you will personally grow in wisdom of God and the worship of God.

(Elective)

This study teaches you how to develop a heart for God and His Word, for prayer and personal discipline. Plus, learn how to develop a heart of love for your husband, children, friends and others.

(Elective)

Are you a “Woman In Transition?” The truth is, we ALL are in transition from day-to-day. Two components of our Christian walk are choices that we make and the challenges of discipline. We strive to know God’s will, but doing this is not always easy. This will be an interactive class using a study based on two different books ~ “Choices” by Mary Farrar and “Disciplines of a Godly Woman” by Barbara Hughes.