2011- 2012  Bible Studies

There are two pastor led studies on Wednesdays which will supplement and help answer questions regarding the weeks readings. One is a Brown Bag study which meets at 12 noon in C-211 and another which meets at 6:15 pm in S-113 after Wednesday Night Supper.

Beth Moore's - James: Mercy Triumphs
James, Jesus' own brother, started out as a skeptic. See how one glimpse of the resurrected Savior turned an unbeliever into a disciple with Beth Moore's study James: Mercy Triumphs. Once you get to know both the man and the Book of James, you'll never be the same again.
Bible scholars compare James to the prophet Amos. In other ways, James more closely resembles the Book of Proverbs than any New Testament book. James is a book with many topics -- social justice, joy, hardship, faith, reversal of fortunes for rich and poor, wisdom, gifts from above, single-mindedness, the dangers of the tongue, humility, and prayer -- all of which are covered in this study.

Beth Moore's - James: Mercy Triumphs
James, Jesus' own brother, started out as a skeptic. See how one glimpse of the resurrected Savior turned an unbeliever into a disciple with Beth Moore's study James: Mercy Triumphs. Once you get to know both the man and the Book of James, you'll never be the same again.
Bible scholars compare James to the prophet Amos. In other ways, James more closely resembles the Book of Proverbs than any New Testament book. James is a book with many topics -- social justice, joy, hardship, faith, reversal of fortunes for rich and poor, wisdom, gifts from above, single-mindedness, the dangers of the tongue, humility, and prayer -- all of which are covered in this study.

Financial Peace University
Financial Peace University is a 13-week life-changing program on personal finance designed to empower you to manage your money better, eliminate debt, and build wealth. It will teach you how to make the right decisions with your money. You will be empowered with the practical skills and confidence needed to achieve your financial goals and experience true financial peace. All material is biblically-based and taught via entertaining video by Dave Ramsey.  FPU will be offered on Sunday nights at 5:00 pm beginning January 22, 2012. To find out more or to register for the class contact Sandie Bennett by email at sandiebennett@gmail.com
 

Believing God: Experiencing a Fresh Explosion of Faith
Based on Isaiah 43:10, explore what it means not only "to believe in God" but "to believe Him." The bride of Jesus Christ in our generation is nearly paralyzed by unbelief. God is calling us to a fresh and lavish anointing of faith. Through studying the lives of Abraham, Moses, and others as examples of persons who believed God, Beth Moore encourages women to deepen their own trust in God.

To Live Is Christ: The Life and Ministry of Paul
Join us on a journey into the life and heart of Paul, the Apostle to the Gentiles, who served faithfully and loved heartily. You will discover him to be a man who formed many close friendships with both men and women. As you study the Book of Acts and the Letters of Paul, you will come to know the characters personally. Most of all you will feel the challenge to follow Paul’s example just as he followed the example of Christ. 
 

First Place 4health
First Place 4 Health is a Christ-centered health program for men and women of all ages. Through small group Bible study, scripture memorization, and prayer, along with balanced eating and exercise plans, First Place 4 Health provides the opportunity to change your life physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. More information about the program is available at www.firstplace4health.com. Please contact Liz Mertz, lizbmertz@gmail.com , or visit http://www.fp4h.com/am-umc , for additional information on the class.
 

Disciple I: Becoming Disciples Through Bible Study -  The Basics
This is a 32-week study is an overview of the entire Bible. It covers 70% of the Bible from Genesis through Revelation. This study requires reading large portions of Scripture each week and is based on careful study and preparation. During the course of 32 weeks, groups will move through the biblical stories of Creation to the New Jerusalem. Genesis to Revelation.
Two sessions are being offered for Disciple I.
 

Disciple II  - Into the Word Into the World
This 32 week study proclaims the transforming power of Scripture while teaching Bible study skills that take participants deeper into the Scripture.   The study also emphasizes the rhythm of coming to God and going for God, of being in the Word and in the world individually and corporately. Participant should have already completed the Disciple 1 study.

Beth Moore: Stepping Up: A Journey Through The Psalms of Ascent
Explore the major feasts of Israel and journey with Beth through this seven-session study. Themes of unity, joy, gratitude, redemption, repentance, the power of blessings, facing ridicule, and more are explored in detail. Modern-day believers in Jesus Christ can learn much from these treasured Psalms in their journey toward greater intimacy with God.

An Invitation to Romans
Join our pastor, Kip Gilts, for An Invitation to Romans on Wednesday nights, 6:30 - 7:30 pm (after our Church Family Dinner) in S215. This study group will meet from October 6 - December 8. The book of Romans has been one of the most influential New Testament books throughout the history of the church. It moved Martin Luther to champion the Protestant Reformation and its insistence on grace alone. It moved John Wesley to a sense of assurance where finally he did "trust in Christ and Christ alone for his salvation." Don't miss the opportunity to study and discuss in a small group setting this powerful piece of scripture.
 

Faithful, Abundant, True: Three Lives Going Deeper Still
Join Beth Moore, Kay Arthur, and Priscilla Shirer in a 7-week Women's Bible study. These three women each speak on the distinctive topic the Holy Spirit had lead them to teach, the messages result in a marvelous blend. Kay challenges us to faithfulness in difficult days. Priscilla points to the essential of trust in God's ability, and Beth teaches on how to discern truth from error in these difficult days. This study will be on Monday’s from 9:00-11:00 beginning January 10th and the cost is $15.00.  Contact DeEsta Garrett, deesta@alpha1.net  or the church office to sign up.
 

Mere Christianity by C.S. Lewis

Reading the Scripture as Wesleyans
John Wesley boasted that he was a “man of one book,” but he was also a thoughtful student throughout his life and an author of many books. As breath gives life, John Wesley inhaled and exhaled the words of Scripture, shaping his thoughts, beliefs, feelings, and behavior. And like our eighteenth-century ancestor, the Bible is central to us for continued faith formation. In this invitation to Scripture, the general editor of the Wesley Study Bible and biblical scholar, Dr. Joel Green, summarizes Wesley’s understanding of key themes and topics of key books of the New Testament. Using brief excerpts from Wesley’s writings (in updated language), Dr. Green explains the importance of Wesley’s thinking as it directly applies to everyday life and faithful practice. Each chapter ends with questions suitable for private devotion or group settings, to help you apply your study to daily living.