Registration deadline is January 4th, 2009. Childcare is available for children under 5, but reservations are REQUIRED! A fee of $5 is charged per person to offset book costs. Youth classes are at the end of the list
5 Steps to Christian Growth
New Believer Class
When one begins their new life in Christ, they want the security of
knowing they have total forgiveness. This 5 lesson bible study helps
new believers discover five cornerstones of faith:
Assurance of salvation, Steps of growing, Understanding God’s love, Experiencing God’s forgiveness, Being filled with the Holy Spirit
Facilitator: Bob Wheeler
The Ever-Loving Truth
Apologetics
Voddie Baucham has a message for Christians in today’s culture—it’s time to take a stand for the truth. In The Ever-Loving Truth, this powerful preacher and teacher addresses the cost of being a twenty-first century Christian and helps adults apply the unchanging truth of God’s Word to contemporary life issues.
The Ever-Loving Truth draws parallels between committed Christians in our society and the New Testament writers, Peter and John, as followers of Christ who proclaimed and stood for truth in their non-Christian environment. Facilitated by: Jim Stone
World Religions and Cults 101
Why are there so many religions? Do they basically teach the same thing? From Islam to Jehovah’s Witnesses and from New Age Spirituality to Atheism, Darwinism, and Naturalism, World Religions and Cults 101 features—
· key teachings of each religion
· quick–glance belief charts
· brief biographies of leaders
Readers will also discover why spiritual searching is universal, how each religion compares to Christianity, the characteristics of cults, and what makes Christianity unique. Facilitated by: Jeff Shaeffer
Heaven
HAVE YOU EVER WONDERED . . .
What is Heaven going to be like?
Will we really have bodies?
Will animals be there?
What will we do?
Will we get bored?
Will we recognize our loved ones?
We all have questions about what Heaven will be like. After years of research, Dr. Randy Alcorn offers answers from the Bible. Heaven will inspire readers to long for heaven while they're living on earth.
You’ll see eternity in a whole new light!. Facilitated by: Holland Jordon
Discerning God's Will
God has a personal vision for our lives, and He wants us to know it even more than we do. But determining God's will can be a difficult process, especially when we need to make a decision in a hurry. Discovering God's Will takes you through the important steps of decision making, pursuing God's will, seeking counsel from others, learning to use discernment, and understanding the mind of God through Scripture as you seek His will.
You’ll see eternity in a whole new light!. Facilitated by: Ray Campbell
How to Manage Your Money
Become Financially Free! This Bible study leads you on a step-by-step adventure to eye-opening biblical principles and offers powerful applications you can use immediately to understand God’s definition of wealth, the importance of short- and long-range planning, the dangers associated with the burden of debt, and how to handle a surplus. Facilitated by: Corey Taylor
Love and Respect in a Marriage
Discover the Single Greatest Secret to a Successful Marriage
Psychological studies affirm it, and the Bible has been saying it for ages. Cracking the communication code between husband and wife involves understanding one thing: that unconditional respect is as powerful for him as unconditional love is for her. It's the secret to marriage that every couple seeks, and yet few couples ever find. Facilitated by: Glen Sharlun
Men are Like Waffles, Women are Like Spaghetti
Differences in Husbands and Wives
Bill and Pam Farrel explain why a man is like a waffle (each element of his life is in a separate box), why a woman is life spaghetti (everything in her life touches everything else), and what these differences mean.
Biblical insights, sound research, humorous anecdotes, and real–life stories make this guide entertaining and practical. Readers will feast on enticing insights that include: letting gender differences work for them, achieving fulfillment in romantic relationships, coordinating parenting so kids get good, consistent care Facilitated by: Dan Cook
Revolutionary Parenting
Parenting Teenagers
The Revolution is underway, but in this new era, how can parents make a lasting impact in the spiritual lives of their children? To find the answer, George Barna researched the lives of thriving adult Christians and discovered the essential steps their parents took to shape their spiritual lives in childhood. He also learned surprising truths about which popular parenting tactics just aren't working. Revolutionary Parenting parents how to instill in their children a vibrant commitment to Christ.
Raising a Modern Day Knight
Men Raising Sons
What does it mean to be a man? Moreover, how does a father instill these qualities in his son? By Raising a Modern-Day Knight. Beginning with a biblical perspective of manhood, author-pastor Robert Lewis shares a unique approach to shaping a boy into a man by equipping him with three essential elements: a vision, a code of conduct, and a cause (Christianity) in which to invest his life. Complete with ceremony ideas to celebrate accomplishments and ingrain them in his mind, this book is as insightful as it is practical in raising a boy to be a chivalrous, godly man. Facilitated by: Kevin Woods
Your Child - The Essentials of Discipline
For more than 60 years, so-called experts have offered permissive and unworkable advice to parents about child rearing.
Looking for workable advice on how to raise your kids? Here it is! You'll discover wise counsel on effective discipline, self-confidence, and safeguards for a dangerous world. Learn how to grow and lead your sons and daughters with confidence---God's way. Facilitated by:Mike Bloom
The Fullfilled Family
Your home can be a place of comfort, love, joy, happiness, and support, or a breeding ground for strife and uncertainty. Discover a plan for your family that not only honors God but also brings deep contentment and a sense of purpose. Facilitator: David Short