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
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Course Descriptions 4th Quarter 2026
September 27-December 13 (off December 20th and 27th)
Foundational
Prospective Member - 010 - Daniel Weaver
Textbook: Church Membership by Jonathan Leeman
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.
Theology - 103 - Andrew Bynum
Textbooks: The Holy Bible (Preference is ESV, but other translations are welcome)
Bible Doctrine by Wayne Grudem (Zondervan: Grand Rapids, 1999)
Manual of Christian Doctrine by Louis Berkof (Eerdmans, 1933)
“What is salvation and how does it work? What are the end times and how do they relate to my Christian walk?” These questions and more will be the topics of Theology 103. This is the third class in our survey of essential Christian doctrines, but you do not have to have taken 101 or 102 to participate in this class. We will be surveying Soteriology (the study of salvation and its application to believers) and Eschatology (the study of last things, Christ’s return, the day of judgment, and the new heavens/earth), at a level in which the new Christian and seasoned believer alike can learn and grow.
Equipping
Women’s Bible - Gospel of John - 243 - Melissa Patterson
Textbook: The Holy Bible (Preference is ESV, but other translations are welcome)
“Come see a man” said the woman in John 4. That invitation is the heart of our study in John. Come and see, come and encounter Jesus in the words of John. Our study will begin in John 9 and continue through John 17. Just as Jesus gives the blind man spiritual sight in John 9, our desire is that Jesus will give us eyes to see Him as we read, study, and discuss the truths revealed in the book of John.
Church History Part 2 - 202 - Ryan Wolfe
Textbook: Turning Points: Decisive Moments in the History of Christianity by Mark Noll, David Komline, and Kantzer Komline
Join us as we discuss the major movements and events God has orchestrated in the last half century. We’ll wonder at the boldness of the reformers (1500s), the excitement of the puritans (1600s), the movement of the Spirit in the colonies (1700s), the gospel coming to new worlds (1800s), and Christianity after the collapse of Christendom (1900s).
Building
The Doctrine of the Holy Spirit - 206 - Brian Fourroux
Textbook: The Holy Spirit by Sinclair B. Ferguson
The Holy Spirit is largely the most misunderstood Person of the triune Godhead. In this 12-week study we will systematically survey who the Holy Spirit is and His relation to the Father and Son; His work in creation and redemption; and answer questions about His current work in the world and in the lives of believers.