At this early juncture of the 21st Century, the Church finds itself situated in a culture that is uninterested in the attitudes and values taught in Scripture.  biblical Christianity, once the standard for ethical values and practice, has increasingly given way to forms of thinking that are far from God's Word.  Consumerism has created cultural Christians who are greatly influenced by the world's thinking, robbing the Church of vital spiritual dynamics.  Thus, we have seen the need to initiate a ministry that will aggressively train God's people to re-engage culture with a biblical worldview.

Our Purpose

We will assist disciples of Jesus Christ in acquiring biblical knowledge and application skills that will promote spiritual growth and development.  Intentionally, this will produce a passion in the heart for service to God as He works through the Church to change the world.

Our Objectives

• Cause a deepened love for and commitment to the authority of the Word of God and to the Lord Jesus Christ.
• Impart knowledge of the Bible, the Christian faith, and our culture.
• Train in habits that are consistent with mature Christian character.
• Integrate God's Word into lifestyle and improve abilities to think biblically.

Winter 2012 Class
6:30-8:30
Dr. Richard Blumenstock

Begins January 16

“GPS:  God’s Plan for Sanctification”

A practical look at the biblical roadmap for spiritual growth and formation in the life of a believer.

Exactly how does a new believer in Christ grow into a mature spiritual leader? Exactly how should a mature spiritual leader train a new believer in Christ to move in that direction of growth? If Jesus commissioned His entire church to “make disciples” (Matthew 28:19), shouldn’t we all be concerned about how to faithfully carry out that commission?

                This season’s Bible Center is designed to help us, as individuals and as a local church:

·            Understand the four stages of discipleship and growth

·            Identify the stage that best describes us, individually, at this point in time

·            Recognize the areas needing growth

·            Develop biblically-strategic and practical plans to foster that growth ourselves and in the lives of others

If you are currently in a teaching ministry, discipling children (your own or through our children’s ministries), leading a small group, serving in a leadership capacity in the church, mentoring other members of the church, or even desiring to grow to the point where you can make disciples someday, this course would be a worthy investment of your time, finances, and attention.

Cost:  $30 + Book

If you have any questions about upcoming classes, please call the office. 

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01-19-09
01-26-09
02-02-09
02-09-09
02-16-09
03-02-09
03-09-09
03-16-09

2008 Fall Schedule

Christian Ethics For the 21st Century
Taught by Dr. Dennis Sullivan (Cedarville University)

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10-06-08
10-13-08
10-20-08
10-27-08
11-03-08
11-10-08
11-17-08
12-01-08
 

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