All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work. 2 Tim 3:16-17
Here we have a comprehensive statement on our Adult Education Philosophy.
4th Quarter Classes begin on September 29, 2024
Foundational
Prospective Members Class 010/Gospel Primer 020 – Blair Waddell
Textbook: Providence Baptist Church Articles of Faith and By Laws
This course provides an overview of the vision, ministry, and organization of Providence Baptist Church. In it you will learn about our policies and strategies in fulfilling our mission statement as well as discovering ways you can serve. You will also hear testimonies from current church members and develop new friendships. The introduction to the church lasts six weeks. There is no obligation to join the church.
A Gospel Primer
Textbook: The Bible with study guidance using A Gospel Primer, by Milton Vincent.
A six-week course on the importance of the Gospel in the life of a Christian. The course will show the importance of the Gospel every day in the Christian life.
Old Testament Survey 102 – Ryan Wolfe
Textbook: The Bible with study guidance using How to Read the Old Testament Book by Book, by Gordon D. Fee and Douglas Stuart
Join us for an exciting Sunday School series as we journey through the second part of the Old Testament! We'll dive into the rich wisdom of Proverbs, explore the poetic beauty of Psalms, discover the deep truths in the Prophets, and witness God's unfolding plan from Job to Malachi. Whether you're new to these books or looking to deepen your understanding, this class is for you. Get ready for insightful discussions, engaging lessons, and a deeper connection with God's Word. (If you took the 2nd Qtr. Part 1 class, and do not wish to keep your book, please return it to the book box in the foyer for use in this class)
Equipping
Bible 249: Ephesians – Melissa Patterson
Textbook: The Bible with study guidance using Ephesians: Growing in Christ, by Lydia Brownback
Join us this quarter as we talk a walk with Paul through his letter to the Ephesians. This book is rich in teaching both the foundations of belief and faith as well as the heart change that bears fruit testifying to our faith.
Bible 232: Jonah/Micah – Mike Watson
Textbook: The Bible
Jonah and Micah represent two of the Minor prophets addressing Assyria as God's punishment on the Northern Kingdom and the salvation from their aggression in the Southern Kingdom of Judah. Jonah is the wayward prophet who finds he cannot escape God's will for his life, even when he is unhappy with the result. The people of Nineveh repent while the Northern Kingdom of Israel does not. Micah picks up this call for repentance in his prophecies to the Northern Kingdom of Israel and the Southern Kingdom of Judah. Micah addresses the time from before the fall of the Northern Kingdom through the Assyrian attack on Judah during the reign of Hezekiah where repentance and dependence on God leads to their salvation from the Assyrian threat. Micah also prophesies on the pending Babylonian conquest of Judah. The sovereignty of God shines brightly in these books. As one of the great worldly empires (as Augustine refers to them), Assyria can only go as far as God allows them. We will look at our relationship with God, our accepting his Providence when we would do differently, our repentance, and our trust in God for our security as we walk through these two minor prophets.
Revisiting Bible Stories: Acts – Jim Moorhead
Textbook: The Bible
This class is the fourth in a series called Bible Stories Revisited. The first class, taught in 2020, was a review of six popular Old Testament and New Testament stories. A follow-up class, “Old Testament Stories Revisited”, was taught in the first quarter of 2021. The third class revisited some well-known New Testament stories. This fourth and last class will look at Bible stories from the book of Acts. The purpose of these classes is to study Bible stories in detail by looking at them analytically and critically to see what we can learn beyond the obvious. Too often we remember the plot of these well know Bible stories but not the details. God is in the details.
College and Young Singles
1 Corinthians – Jordan Ring
Textbook: The Bible
1 Corinthians is a letter written by the Apostle Paul to the church in Corinth, a church plagued by divisions. The book covers a variety of topics, including Christian Unity, Love, the Gospel, and the Resurrection. Paul gives us profound wisdom in each of these topics while challenging the Church to be restored back to its foundation — Jesus Christ. Attendees can expect a discussion-based class with application of the text each week.
Providence Education Modules
Ecclesiology
- Prospective Members Class 010
- Spiritual Gifts 101
- One-on-One Discipleship 201
- Church History 201
- Church History 202
- History of the Baptist 301
- Forms of Church Government 301
Understanding the Bible
- Old Testament Survey 101
- Old Testament Survey 102
- New Testament Survey 101 - The Gospels & Acts
- New Testament Survey 102 - The Epistles & Revelation
- Hermeneutics 201 - Understanding how to read different genres of scripture. (Translation, Historical Context, Epistles, Narrative, History, Law)
- Hermeneutics 202 - (Wisdom, Gospels, Parables, Prophecy, Apocalyptic)
Theology
- Theology 101 - The Word of God & the Doctrine of God
- Theology 102 - The Doctrine of Man, the Doctrine of Christ & the Doctrine of the Church
- Theology 103 - The Doctrine of the Application of Redemption & the Doctrine of the Future
- Theology 201 - Doctrine of Salvation (Soteriology)
- Theology 202- Inspiration of Scripture
- Theology 203- Doctrine of the Church (Ecclesiology)
- Theology 204- Christology
- Theology 205- Doctrine of God
- Theology 206- Doctrine of the Holy Spirit (Pneumatology)
- Theology 207- Doctrine of Man (Anthropology)
Christian Ethics
- Spiritual Disciplines 101
- Evangelism 101
- Missiology 101
- Christian Ethics: Marriage, Singleness, and the Family 201
- Christian Ethics: Parenting 201
- Christian Ethics: Discipling Women 201 (Women's Ministry*)
- Christian Ethics: Discipleship 301
- Christian Ethics: Mercy Ministry & the Poor 301
- Christian Ethics: The Christian at War 301
- Christian Ethics: Politics and the Christian 301
- Christian Ethics: Money and Finances 301
Advanced Subjects/Electives
- Individual Bible Book Studies 201-266
- Bible Book studies are taught at least twice a year
- Books planned or taught include:
- Bible 219: Seeing Christ in the Psalms
- Bible 221: Ecclesiastes
- Bible 227: Daniel
- Bible 248: Gospel of John
- Bible 249: Ephesians
- Bible 250: Philippians
- Bible 259: James
- Bible 262: 1,2,3 John
- Bible 266: Revelation
- Bible 301: Gospel of John: The Great Priestly Prayer
- Biblical Manhood & Womanhood 301
- Biblical Counseling 301
- World Religions 301
- Biblical Concepts of Education (How to Teach) 401
- Teaching in a Small Group 402
- Apologetics 401
- Worship Music 401
- Basic Greek for Beginners 401
- Working with Youth 401
- Basics of Christian Preaching 401