Discipleship

Wednesdays, February 3rd - April 21st at 6:45 pm

A Message from the Pastor...

Jesus made it clear that being one of His disciples would require discipline. In fact the words disciple and discipline come from the same root word. Jesus taught that following Him would require…

Self Denial
“And he said to them all, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow me. For whosoever will save his life shall lose it: but whosoever will lose his life for my sake, the same shall save it.” (Luke 9:23-24)

“So likewise, whosoever he be of you that forsaketh not all that he hath, he cannot be my disciple.” (Luke 14:33)

Staying in the Word
“Then said Jesus to those Jews which believed on him, If ye continue in my word, then are ye my disciples indeed; And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.” (John 8:31-32)

Obedience
“Jesus answered and said unto him, If a man love me, he will keep my words: and my Father will love him, and we will come unto him, and make our abode with him. He that loveth me not keepth not my sayings: and the word which ye hear is not mine, but the Father’s which sent me.” (John 14:23-24)

Jesus never promised an easy, convenient route to spiritual maturity. Question: Are you looking for a convenient way to Christian maturity? Or, have you embraced the convictions necessary to grow in Christ likeness? This discipleship semester affords you the opportunity to continue your spiritual growth or to start it. Either way, opportunity lies is only in the present – yesterday is gone, tomorrow is not promised. As Jesus said, “I must work the works of him that sent me, while it is day: the night cometh, when no man can work.” (John 9:4)

This is My Story: Creating a Scrapbook Legacy of Faith (Lisa Whelchel) - Led by Karen Cody - $12

Pass down a spiritual legacy to children and grandchildren. This study combines Bible study with creating a scrapbook with photos and personal stories about the significant experiences that have shaped a woman's life. This study is more than personal introspection-it can become a beautiful keepsake that captures important stories and photos to share with the next generation. If you enjoy scrapbooking already or want to learn how, this is a great opportunity to engage in God's word and fellowship with sisters in Christ while creating a personal scrapbook. Scrapbooks and materials are provided. (7 sessions)

When Worldviews Collide (Ergun Caner) - Led by Nicole Zandee - $12

Our culture is being influenced by non-Christian belief systems. This small-group study written by a former Muslim is designed to develop a Christian’s theology and doctrine for the purpose of building confidence in personal evangelism and engaging their culture with absolute biblical truth. Other faiths covered include Islam, Judaism, Hinduism, and Buddhism. (8 sessions)

One in a Million (Priscilla Shirer) - Led by LeAnn Crawford - $12

An exploration of the Israelites’ journey through the wilderness, Pricilla Shirer wants women to be fully engaged in the abundant life God has waiting for those who will allow Him to take the lead in daily living. You’ll discover that the journey to your promised land may be bumpy, but it’s worth every mile. One in a Million is an opportunity for you to experience your deliverance from strongholds, to conquer your wilderness living, and to claim your God-given inheritance. (7 sessions)

Breaking Free: The Journey, The Stories Updated Edition (Beth Moore) - Led by Peggy Snapp - $15

The latest release from Beth Moore leads you to identify spiritual strongholds in your life, no matter how big or small, and discover the transforming power of Christian freedom. Based on Isaiah 61:1-4, this in-depth Bible study draws parallels between the captive Israelites and today’s believers. Did you complete the first Breaking Free? You’re different now, and this study is different too! Break free again with 11 new video teaching messages, updated Bible study content, and testimonies from women like you. (11 sessions)

Crazy Love (Francis Chan) - Led by Gary Luce - $10

Have you ever wondered if we're missing it?It's crazy if you think about it. The God of the universe — the Creator of nitrogen and pine needles, galaxies and e-minor — loves us with a radical, unconditional, self-sacrificing love. And what is our typical response? We go to church, sing songs, and try not to cuss. Whether you've verbalized it yet or not . . . we all know something's wrong. Does something deep inside your heart long to break free from the status quo? Are you hungry for an authentic faith that addresses the problems of our world with tangible, even radical, solutions? God is calling you to a passionate love relationship with Himself. Because the answer to religious complacency isn't working harder at a list of do's and don'ts — it's falling in love with God. And once you encounter His love, as Francis describes it, you will never be the same. Because when you're wildly in love with someone, it changes everything.

Prayer of Jabez (Bruce Wilkinson) – Led by Paul Asbury, Jr. - $6

Do you want to be abundantly blessed by God? Are you ready to experience the blessings God longs to give each of us? Bruce Wilkinson takes a look at 1 Chronicles 4:10 to discover how the remarkable prayer of a little-known Bible hero can release God’s favor, power, and protection. As you apply these truths, you can break through to the miraculous life God meant for you to live.

“Oh, that you would bless me indeed!” – God is more eager to bestow His blessings on us than we are to receive them. - Augustine

“Oh, that you would enlarge my territory!” – Expect great things from God; Attempt great things for God. – William Carey

“Oh, that your hand would be with me!” – You never become truly spiritual by sitting down and wishing to become so. You must undertake something so great that you cannot accomplish it unaided. – Philip Brooks

“Keep me from evil.” – Better to shun the bait than struggle in the snare. – John Dryden

Evangelism/Altar Counseling Training – Led by Eddie Lane- No Cost

Goal: “To train attendees to be sensitive to God’s direction and be prepared to share a witness with anyone, anywhere, anytime.” When you learn the principles taught in this course and become comfortable as a “lifestyle evangelist,” you will take great pleasure in helping those who want to make the single most important decision of their life – to follow Christ.

Secrets of the Vine (Bruce Wilkinson) – Led by Larry Swindell - $6

Are you ready to break through to the abundant life? Is it time to trade in mediocrity for a life of consequence? Do you want to experience the joy of making maximum impact for God? Join Bruce Wilkinson for a journey through John 15. Find out why Jesus is the Vine of life and explore the four levels of “Fruit bearing.” You’ll learn three surprising secrets that will open your eyes to your unrealized potential in Him … starting today!

“Fruitfulness” – What God Wants from the Branch of Your Life

“Discipline” – How God Moves You from Barren to Bountiful

“Pruning” – How God Makes Room for More of the Best

“Abiding” – How God Invites You to Flourish in His Presence

LLL

Hallelujah Acres begins February 21 (Sunday afternoon seminar); regular sessions begin Wednesday, February 23 - Led by Jean Davis and Dale Kiser (10 sessions)- cost $109

Hallelujah Acres is a non-denominational Christian ministry that provides education, products, services, and other resources to help people everywhere understand and practice God’s ways to ultimate health. This multi-faceted organization is dedicated to helping you achieve optimal health! Although it’s common, it’s not normal to be sick. It was God’s great design for our bodies to be healthy. But every day, toxins, free-radicals, artificial additives, pesticides and preservatives enter our body from the foods we eat. This depletes and negatively affects healthy cells, which multiply and become disease. Hallelujah Acres is dedicated to helping others discover that by simply changing their diet, they can be symptom-free of most disease and many other health- related conditions. The Biblical basis of this process is based upon God’s original nutritional plan in Genesis 1:29.

s our mission to help people everywhere experience vibrant health by empowering the self-healing body God created with a diet and lifestyle as described in the book of Genesis, while inistering a closer walk with Him.

Covenant (Kay Arthur) – Led by Gerry McConnell - $15

Kay Arthur shows that the idea of covenant—God’s enduring promise—is key to understanding our relationship to God. Covenant explores God’s initiatives with humanity by studying His covenants throughout history. Through the process of inductive Bible study, participants will learn what it means to live covenant relationship with God. (9 sessions)

SS Growth/Leadership Training - Gordon Christian

To register for a class, please follow this link.