Adult Christian Education
Disciple Bible Studies are an important part of Christian life at Trinity. These studies are helping to develop strong Christian leaders through regular in-depth study of Scripture. Ephesians 4:12 says “to equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ”. So, what are you waiting for? Check out the list of course offerings below. Courses are held throughout the year, find out when you can get started by contacting Associate Pastor Scott Bratton at sbratton@trinityblythewood.org or call (803)786-1637.
Disciple “Becoming Disciples Through Bible Study” I: A 34-week study of most of the books of the Old and New Testaments. The group begins with “Creation”(Genesis) and concludes with “The New Jerusalem” (Revelation).
*Disciple “Into the Word, Into the World” (II): A 32-week study selects specific portions of Scripture and goes deeper into them. The study concentrates on four books: Genesis, Exodus, Luke and Acts.
*Disciple “Remember Who You Are” (III): A 32-week study concentrating on the Old Testament prophets and the letters of Paul. The prophets and Paul continually call their hearers and readers back to their God and to a sense of who they are as a “set apart” people.
*Disciple “Under the Tree of Life” (IV): A 32-week study concentrating on the “writings” of the Old Testament as well as New Testament Scriptures. Old Testament writings include: Ruth, 1 and 2 Chronicles, Ezra, Nehemiah, Esther, Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, Song of Solomon, Lamentations and Daniel. New Testament Scriptures include Gospel of John, 1,2,3 John, James, Jude and Revelation.
Short-term New Testament Disciple Bible Study: An 8-week study of the New Testament modeled after the Disciple Bible studies.
“Jesus in the Gospels”: A 30-week study on the way each Gospel writer presents events and teachings and the picture of Jesus that emerges in each of the Gospels. Half of the study is devoted to the Synoptic Gospels (Matthew, Mark and Luke) while the second half focuses on the Gospel of John.
“Christian Believer”: A 30-week study integrating Scripture with Christian doctrine. Participants will come to think of the different church doctrines as being connected to one another, to Scripture, to historical understandings of the Scripture and to life today.
“Discovering God’s Vision for Your Life”: An 8-week study to learn more about discovering God’s purpose for your life. Completing a Spiritual Gifts Inventory helps members to discover more about their potential to fulfill God’s purpose in their lives.
“The Purpose Driven Life”: This course uses the book by Rick Warren as a guide in helping to understand why you are alive and what God has planned for you in this life and eternity. The book guides participants through this remarkable 40 day journey. The class meets weekly for 6 weeks.
“Christian Caregiving Course”: This 10-week caregiving course is based on the book “Christian Caregiving-A Way of Life” by Dr. Kenneth Haughk. Haughk is the founder of The Stephen Ministry.
“Beth Moore Ladies Bible Study”: A 20-week course focusing on “The Patriachs” by Beth Moore. This non-denominational group is led by a facilitator and uses the book and video guides.
*Completing Disciple “Becoming Disciples Through Bible Study” (I) is a prerequisite for the courses indicated.
