Spiritual Growth Classes

Why We Trust the Bible God Has Spoken God's revelation: where would we be without it? In this series, Dr. Stephen Nichols explains that we would be lost if not for God's Word, trapped in the darkness of sin forever. Rather than forsake us, God sent His Son, Jesus, revealing and recording His redemptive purposes in an inspired, inerrant, and authoritative source: the Bible. Sufficient for all of life, a crucial question arises: will we accept its authority? 6 weeks

Knowing Scripture shows us that it is the privilege and duty of every believer to diligently study God's Word. It reminds us that along with this privilege comes the responsibility to interpret the Bible correctly. Dr. R.C. Sproul teaches that interpreting Scripture, like all sciences, is governed by rules. He lays out the basic guidelines for correctly understanding, interpreting, and applying Scripture, using time-tested principles from Scripture to show how to find the true meaning of its contents. This series is a great study tool for both beginning and long-time Bible readers. 12 weeks

Teacher: Charlie & Sharon Van Zandt
Length: 18 Weeks
Cost: $10 per person.
Start Date: 1/15/20 - 5/13/20.
Time: 6:00 p.m.—7:30 p.m.
Location: Adult Education Building Room (TBD)

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by Pat Layton Surrendering the Secret provides a personal class experience helping women find the path to healing through honest, interactive Bible study; meaningful group experiences; unique journaling exercises; and confidential, caring community. Many women hide the secret of abortion deep in their hearts. They carry a great burden of shame and failure, afraid to reveal their hidden pain, and by doing so are forced to endure the long-lasting effects of abortion in isolation. The Surrendering the Secret Bible Study is a trust journey through the Word of God where women are allowed to release this burden and find freedom. While experiencing hope and joy, shame and failure are replaced with beauty and freedom. Please visit www.surrenderingthesecret.com to see what God is doing through this ministry across the nation. 

Confidential Sign Up and information, contact Lisa at 210-325-7828. 

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Whether you are a new Christian or have walked with the Lord for many years, The Search for Significance provides a focused opportunity for you to take a personal inventory of your life and learn a discipleship tool that will help you in the process of becoming all that God wants you to be: 

 Do you want to grow closer in your relationship with the Lord and others? 

 Do you long to experience more of the freedom He promises? 

 Would you like to be empowered to fulfill more completely His calling in your life? 

If your answer is yes, then sign up for The Search for Significance, an intensive course that can help you do these very things. Weekly homework includes two chapters of reading and life application exercises. Please plan to attend all ten classes! 

Facilitator: Kathy Schlentrich. Length: 10 Weeks. Cost: $20. Start Date: Wednesday evening 1/15/20 to 3/25/19 from 5:30 - 7:30pm. 

Location: Adult Education Building Room 202 

NOTE: No class March 11. Childcare provided. NOTE: Registration ONLY at Search table in the main foyer. 

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Do you lack desire to study the Bible? Do you struggle to locate different books of the Bible? Do you question whether the Bible is complete? Do you wonder if Old Testament laws still apply to us today? Do you realize that the book of Psalms shows us how to express our emotions to God? Do you know the original audience of each Old Testament prophet? Do you know that the New Testament addresses cultural issues that are still relevant today? If questions like these inhibit your study of God’s Word join us for a Bible Literacy Workshop. Rather than studying a particular topic or passage of Scripture we will spend our time exploring the mechanics of God’s Word. Learn how to become a student of the Bible rather than just a reader of the Bible so that you may grow closer to God through His Word. 

Facilitator: Jenny Hander Length 8 weeks.
Cost: N/A 
Start Date: Start Date: 1/15/20 at 6:15 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Location: Adult Education Building Room TBA 
Supplies Needed: Bible (if you do not own a Bible, Oakwood will provide one for you). 

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GriefShare is a 13 week grief support group designed to minister to people grieving the death of a loved one. 

If you have further questions call Oakwood Counseling Center @ 830-627-7006. 

Also, see GriefShare one day seminars! 

Length: 13 weeks Cost: $20 per person 

Tuesday Evening Class: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. (NO Childcare provided) 

Start Date: 1/14/2020

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GriefShare is a 13 week grief support group designed to minister to people grieving the death of a loved one. 

If you have further questions call Oakwood Counseling Center @ 830-627-7006. 

Also, see GriefShare one day seminars! 

Length: 13 weeks Cost: $20 per person 

Tuesday Morning Class: 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. (NO Childcare provided) 

Start Date: 1/14/2020

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Every Wednesday evening there is a Bible Study offered as an alternative for those who are not participating in a spiritual growth class. There is discussion and sharing during this time. If you are not participating in a spiritual growth class then you most definitely should take advantage of this Bible study. The first Wednesday night of each month has been designated as Corporate Prayer night.

Led by: Pastor Steve Peace and Pastor Brett Mosher 

Start Date: Wednesday evenings 1/15/20 at 6:30 p.m. 

Location: Main Worship Center. 

There is no enrollment required for this study, just show up. 

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This is a two-part study of major Bible doctrines (teachings), spiritual disciplines for the Christian life, and duties the Lord expects all Christians to carry out. The Scriptural inspiration for this class comes from the Apostle Paul’s letter to the Christians at Colossae:

Colossians 1:9 For this reason also, since the day we heard of it, we have not ceased to pray for you and to ask that you may be filled with the knowledge of His will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding, 10 so that you will walk in a manner worthy of the Lord, to please Him in all respects, bearing fruit in every good work and increasing in the knowledge of God; 11 strengthened with all power, according to His glorious might, for the attaining of all steadfastness and patience; joyously 12 giving thanks to the Father.

Teacher: Pastor Dale Bynum.
Part 2 (13 Weeks).
Cost: $10 per person.
Start Date: Wednesday evening 1/29/20 @ 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Location: Adult Education Bldg. Room 101

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