Fall 2008 Bible Studies
BIBLE STUDIES
Summer 2008 Sunday Evening 6 PM June 22-August 3
Class: Boundaries In Marriage by Henry Cloud and John Townsend
Location: F105
Teachers: Marsha Miller & Jim Salter
You may be happy in your marriage and want to keep it growing. You may be struggling and dealing with major or minor problems. You may be single and want to prepare for marriage. You may be divorced and want to prevent the pain you went through if you remarry. (more)
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Class: Coffee Shop Theology by Frank Moore
Location: F103
Teacher: Jeff King
More than ever before, Christians must know what we believe and why. (more)
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Class: TheTruth Project by Focus on the Family
Location: F109
Teacher: Pastor Scott Rainey
What is Focus on the Family's - The Truth Project®?
In a recent study, the Barna Research Group revealed a stunning statistic that continues to reverberate throughout the evangelical world. Only 9 percent of professing Christians have a biblical worldview. (more)
BIBLE STUDIES
Summer 2008 Sunday Evening 6 PM June 22-August 3
Class: Boundaries In Marriage by Henry Cloud and John Townsend
Location: F105
Teachers: Marsha Miller & Jim Salter
You may be happy in your marriage and want to keep it growing. You may be struggling and dealing with major or minor problems. You may be single and want to prepare for marriage. You may be divorced and want to prevent the pain you went through if you remarry.
Learn when to say yes and when to say no--to your spouse and to others--to make the most of your marriage.
Only when a husband and wife know and respect each other’s needs, choices, and freedom can they give themselves freely and lovingly to one another. Boundaries are the “property lines” that define and protect husbands and wives as individuals. Once they are in place, a good marriage can become better, and a less-than-satisfying one can even be saved.
Drs. Henry Cloud and John Townsend, counselors and authors of the award-winning best-seller Boundaries, show couples how to apply the 10 laws of boundaries that can make a real difference in relationships. They help husbands and wives understand the friction points or serious hurts and betrayals in their marriage—and move beyond them to the mutual care, respect, affirmation, and intimacy they both long for.
Boundaries in Marriage helps couples:
- Set and maintain personal boundaries and respect those of their spouse
- Establish values that form a godly structure and architecture for their marriage
- Protect their marriage from different kinds of “intruders”
- Work with a spouse who understands and values boundaries—or work with one who doesn’t
Planned Duration: 7 weeks
Class: Coffee Shop Theology by Frank Moore
Location: F103
Teacher: Jeff King
More than ever before, Christians must know what we believe and why.
The reason is simple but serious. In a world where most ways of thinking are considered equally true regardless of how unscriptural they may be or how odd they may sound, if our anchor isn't set in a rock-solid theology, we'll be washed out to sea on the riptide of bogus beliefs. Finally, here is a readable, understandable book that explains theological concepts and brings them into focus for everyday living. In Coffee Shop Theology Dr. Frank Moore covers a wide array of theological concepts and brings them by the "digestible" handfuls into your living room. Don't be turned off the the word "theology." Dr. Moore has left all the big words in the fat books.
Planned Duration: 7 weeks
Class: TheTruth Project by Focus on the Family
Location: F109
Teacher: Pastor Scott Rainey
What is Focus on the Family's - The Truth Project®?
In a recent study, the Barna Research Group revealed a stunning statistic that continues to reverberate throughout the evangelical world. Only 9 percent of professing Christians have a biblical worldview.
Because of this, today's believers live very similarly to non-believers. A personal sense of significance is rarely experienced, we spend our money and time on things that fail to satisfy and we begin to wonder what life's ultimate purpose really is. We are, in short, losing our bearings as a people and a nation.
To counter this slide within the body of Christ, we are launching one of the most ambitious and powerful projects in the history of our ministry—Focus on the Family's The Truth Project.
The Truth Project is a DVD-based small group curriculum comprised of 12 one-hour lessons taught by Dr. Del Tackett. This home study is the starting point for looking at life from a biblical perspective. Each lesson discusses in great detail the relevance and importance of living the Christian worldview in daily life.
We believe this one project represents the possibility for exponential change within the body of Christ, as we expect that thousands will be transformed by this curriculum. As it has been throughout history, God continues to call ordinary people to make an eternal difference in our world.
We invite you to be a part of this cultural change by participating in this small group.
Planned Duration: 5 weeks (June 22 - July 20)
Class: Coffee Shop Theology by Frank Moore
Location: F103
Teacher: Jeff King
More than ever before, Christians must know what we believe and why. The reason is simple but serious. In a world where most ways of thinking are considered equally true regardless of how unscriptural they may be or how odd they may sound, if our anchor isn't set in a rock-solid theology, we'll be washed out to sea on the riptide of bogus beliefs. Finally, here is a readable, understandable book that explains theological concepts and brings them into focus for everyday living. In Coffee Shop Theology Dr. Frank Moore covers a wide array of theological concepts and brings them by the "digestible" handfuls into your living room. Don't be turned off the the word "theology." Dr. Moore has left all the big words in the fat books.
Planned Duration: 7 weeks
Class: DivorceCare
Location: F105
Teachers: Marsha Miller & Jim Salter
Subject: DivorceCare is a biblically-based ministry program with friendly, caring people who will walk alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences.
Purpose: To help separated/divorced people with the healing process needed due to the divorce and give them the tools necessary to develop healthier relationships by learning that God’s love strengthens them and they are not alone.
Content: DivorceCare groups meet weekly to help you face challenges and move toward rebuilding your life. The session begins with a video seminar. After viewing the video, the group participants spend time as a support group, discussing what was presented in that week’s video seminar and what is going on in the lives of group members.
Planned Duration: 13 weekly sessions with each session lasting 1 ½ hours.
Class: DivorceCare for Kids
Location: F101
Teacher: Karen Brill
Subject: DivorceCare for Kids is a biblically-based, Christ-centered ministry program designed to bring healing to children in divorce situations. It points children to God and introduces them to a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
Purpose: To assist children with the grieving process brought on by divorce and give them the tools necessary to develop healthier relationships within their own families by learning that God’s love strengthens them and they are not alone, and creating opportunities for children and parents to talk about the issues they face.
Content: Each session is filled with motivating and exciting activities. Games, crafts, role playing, discussion times, devotions, journaling and workbooks help children process the divorce and move forward in their lives. The music CD’s, snacks, read aloud stories, exercises and Bible verses teach children to relax and rest secure in God’s love.
Target Audience: children ages 7-10 (2nd to 5th grade)
Planned Duration: 13 weekly sessions with each session lasting 1 ½ hours.
Class: Speechless – Silencing Christians
Room: F108
Teachers: Steve & Jeanne Rabke
Discussion series based on the American Family Association TV series Speechless – Silencing Christians (http://silencingchristians.com/)
Class: Nazarene Mission International
Location: F111
Teacher: Ted Diehr et al
Various presentations of the Nazarene Missions International activities around the world.
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Various classes will be available for Children and Teens during this time. Curriculum will be determined.