2009 Disciple Bible Study
What is it?
- A comprehensive Bible study, beginning with Genesis and ending with Revelation.
- An overview of the scope and sequence of the Biblical story.
- A chance for many people to put into one connected picture the isolated Bible stories they learned as children.
- An introduction to current scholarship as it addresses the historical and cultural contexts of the scriptures.
- An opportunity to apply the scriptural truths to our daily life as we seek to follow Christ today.
What happens in class?
Brief video presentation by variety of Biblical scholars, or brief lecture by leader.
Followed by discussion, either in small groups or with the class as a whole. • Time for prayer and personal prayer concerns.
All classes are 2 hours in length.
What is required of participants?
- Attendance. Consistent attendance is important for the continuity of the learning and for the development of the group. Attendance should be given priority in your personal scheduling.
- Preparation. An average of two to four hours of weekly reading.
- Study book. To be purchased at first meeting for $33.
- Confidentiality. Anything of a personal nature which is shared is kept within the confines of the group.
How Do I Sign Up for 2009-2010 Disciple Bible Studies?
Disciple 1 will be offered on Sundays at 6:00 PM or Tuesdays at 9:30 AM, beginning Sept. 13, 2009 and Sept. 15, 2009 and continuing through May 2010
Disciple 2 will be offered on Thursdays at 6:30 PM beginning Sept. 17, 2009. Prerequisite – completion of Disciple 1.
Class size is limited. You must preregister by contacting Megan Alden, 523-5687, malden@stjamesknox.org, or Marie Cantrell, (h) 522-0708, (c) 806-3058 marwilcan@comcast.net. Please specify which day (Sun. or Tues.) you prefer.
The cost is $33 for a study book.
Conclusion:
Disciple provides a good basis for future Bible study. Many people have found it interesting, challenging, and even life changing! Some of those who have taken Disciple have said:
- “It has put the isolated stories I learned as a child into a connected picture.
- “It has made the weekly scripture readings in worship more meaningful.”
- “I was surprised to learn how much grace there is in the Old Testament.”
- “Before taking Disciple, I didn’t know enough to be comfortable even asking a question in Sunday School. Now I have a basic understanding of what the Bible is all about.”
- It has broadened my understanding of what constitutes prayer, of the importance of service, and of what it means to live as a Christian.