Disciple is a dynamic, thematic approach
to Bible study developed on the underlying assumption
that people are hungry for the word of God, for fellowship
in prayer and study, and for a sense of meaningful ministry
as Christian disciples. Ultimately, the goal of Disciple
is to transform people's lives and to develop biblically-nourished
servant leaders who will serve Christ in the church
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DISCIPLE I - Becoming Disciples Through Bible
Study
This is a 34 week study of the Old and New Testaments
during which participants will read and study all or
part of almost every book in the Bible. This class is
appropriate for both beginners and longtime students
of the Bible.
Cost $30. |
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DISCIPLE II - Into the Word Into the World
This intensive study is divided into four segments.
Each of the books of Genesis, Exodus, Luke, and Acts
are studied for eight weeks. Like Disciple I the lessons
include thought provoking questions for the individual
and group. This study emphasizes the rhythm of coming
to God and going for God, of being in the Word and in
the world individually and corporately.
Prerequisite:
Disciple I. Cost $30. |
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DISCIPLE III - Remember Who You Are
This thirty-two week study concentrates
on the Old Testament prophets and the letters of Paul.
The prophets and Paul are continually calling hearers
and readers back to their God and to a sense of who
they are as a people “set apart”. The
prophets spoke for God, out of the community, and to
the community. Paul’s experience of the risen Lord, his relationship
to the community he addressed, his Jewish traditions,
and the Greco-Roman culture of his day merged in his
writing of the letters.
Prerequisite: Disciple I. Cost $30.
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DISCIPLE IV - Under The Tree Of Life
This is an intensive 32-week study of Old and
new Testament Writings. In the Old Testament the books
of Ruth, Chronicles, Ezra, Nehemiah, Esther, Job, Psalms,
Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, Song of Solomon, Lamentations,
and Daniel are studied. In the New Testament the Gospel
of John; 1st, 2nd, 3rd John; James; Jude and Revelation
are covered.
Prerequisite: Disciple I. Cost $30.
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CHRISTIAN BELIEVER
This 30-week study of the classical doctrines of the
Christian faith presents, explains, and interprets Christian
doctrine as the basic teaching of the church. It emphasizes
the relationship of worship, belief, and daily life.
The beliefs taught within the Christian community equip
the Christian community for living faithfully and for
passing on the faith entrusted to it.
Prerequisite:
Disciple I. Cost $40. |
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JESUS IN THE GOSPELS
The first study in a new line of Disciple second generation
studies, Jesus in the Gospels is an in-depth
study of portraits of Jesus in the four Gospels. In
this 32 week study, participants will gain better understanding
of each of the four Gospels as a distinct portrait of
Jesus, and gain a greater appreciation for Jesus' historical
time, place and Jewish tradition. Most importantly,
you can expect to be confronted and challenged weekly
by a Jesus who calls for a deeper commitment and allegiance.
Prerequisite: Disciple I. Cost $40. |
Have you wanted to take Disciple Bible Study but just
couldn't commit to a long-term study? Have you wanted
to participate in a short-term Bible study, but also
wanted it to have depth and focus? Have you prayed
about a desire to increase your knowledge of the Holy
Scriptures? Do you long for spiritual growth even as
you cope with the hectic demands of daily life? Then
the following studies is for You!
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Invitation to the New Testament
Using
Matthew's Gospel as a starting point, this study explores
how the new Testament writers and the early Christian
community wrestled with the coming of Jesus--his life,
actions, mission, death, and resurrection--and the
implications of his arrival for their lives and their
communities of faith.
Moving through the Gospel of Matthew sequentially, the
overarching themes from this story of Jesus provide the
conversation topics for each of the eight sessions. Each
theme is then traced through other related passages in
the New Testament.
Who is Jesus and what is his significance for our lives? Participants
are invited to join this conversation, to study afresh this story of Jesus,
and to learn more about their calling to discipleship and to community. |
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Invitation
to Genesis
A new short-term, in-depth Bible
study modeled after the basic design
of Disciple. This study is an invitation
to see Genesis not simply as a
study about “The Beginning”
(Creation), but to see it as a book
about beginnings. From Adam and
Eve to Noah to Abraham, Genesis
recounts God’s persistence in
“starting over” with God’s people.
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is a message both timeless and
timely—for God’s people still seek
the assurance that God is always
working to make right what went
wrong “in the beginning”. A minimum
of 8 students is required.
Cost: $10 |
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Invitation to Romans
This is a 9 week, in-depth, high commitment Bible
study of the Book of Romans. It is modeled after the
basic design of DISCIPLE Bible study and are based on
these underlying principles of DISCIPLE: (1) The Bible
is the starting point for the study, (2) expects preparation
on the part of individual participants, (3) includes
a weekly discussion in a small-group setting that builds
community, (4) contains a video component, and (5) identifies
some mark of discipleship. The study will be based
on weekly group meetings of one to one-and-one half hours.
Cost: $10 |
COURSE OFFERINGS
A study manual is required for each Disciple course.
The fee is due at the first class meeting. A new Study
Bible is recommended for those taking Disciple I. Suggested
Bibles are the NIV Study Bible or the NRSV New Oxford
Annotated Bible. These may be purchased at most local
Christian bookstores or online at www.cokesbury.com
or www.christianbook.com. |
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