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.
2nd Quarter Sunday School Begins March 30, 2025
Foundational
Prospective Members Class 010/Gospel Primer 020 – Blair Waddell, Daniel Weaver, Brian Fourroux
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.
Spiritual Gifts 101 – Mike Hutchison
Textbook: The Bible
The Apostle Paul wrote in 1 Corinthians 12:1, “Now concerning spiritual gifts, brothers, I do not want you to be uninformed.” In 1 Corinthians 12 and Romans 12, the Apostle describes how the Holy Spirit has uniquely gifted each of God’s children to fulfill specific functions within the Body of Christ to enable His church to fulfill its mission. In this course, we will examine what the Bible directly says about these gifts of the Holy Spirit: what they are, what they are not, how these spiritual gifts differ from one another, and how they are different from other spiritual gifts. We’ll see how each of these gifts of the Holy Spirit fulfills specific needs within the Body and why each are critical to the effective ministry of the church. We will also see how the gifts of the Spirit can be abused and discuss some consequences if they are.
Equipping
Women’s Bible 220: Proverbs 31 – Vickie Hutchison, Nancy McDonald
Textbook: The Bible with ancillary reading from you’re only human: How Your Limits Reflect God’s Design and Why That’s Good News by Kelly Kapic
Proverbs 31 is not a job description. As women, it can be difficult to identify with this woman’s seeming perfection without any sign of intrusions on her life. Aren’t we merely human with inherent limitations, struggles and suffering? No doubt about it, and we’ll bring these realities into our discussion. The point of this passage is not that we should model ourselves after the woman portrayed here, but that we would observe what makes her tick. In this practical theology class, we’ll explore how this passage is more about “making every effort to supplement your faith with virtue, and virtue with…” (2 Peter 1:3ff) than it is about what she does.
Bible 204: Numbers – Ryan Wolfe
Textbook: The Bible
Do you think of the book of Numbers as boring and dry? Think again. Join us for an enriching class as we dive into the book of Numbers! Guided by Michael Morales' insightful commentary, we'll explore how this often-overlooked book uniquely reveals God’s special relationship with His people. This will be a great opportunity to deepen your understanding and grow in faith.
Bible 228: Minor Prophets 1 – Mike Watson
Textbook: The Bible – Nahum, Habakkuk, Zephaniah
In the period between the fall of Samaria to the fall of Judah, three prophets brought God’s message directly to the people of Jerusalem and Judah. These are three unique prophets with different messages and backgrounds. Nahum prophesied the fall of Assyria, in contrast to their repentance in the Book of Jonah. Habakkuk opens his project with a complaint to God, similar in some ways to Job. Habakkuk prophesied the captivity by Babylon and provides the great message of salvation by faith expounded on by Paul in the Book of Romans. Zephaniah, a descendant of Hezekiah, provides a prophecy of the defeat of the Babylonians. As a member of the royal family, he provides a special viewpoint on the sins of the Jerusalem social classes. These three prophets provide a strong view of God, His Judgement, and salvation by grace through faith. Join us as we look at these prophets from the 600’s B.C.
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