Equipping Hour
Fall 2024 Rotation
On Sunday mornings we have several opportunities to engage with others in fellowship. One of those outlets is though equipping classes that enable smaller groups to learn together and apply God’s Word to different aspects of our lives. The courses are 11 weeks long and change seasonally. If you miss one that you desire to attend, don't worry, most will be offered again at a later date!
First Service | Discipleship | Pastor George
This course will answer one of the biggest questions many followers of Jesus have: what now? What should I be doing? What does discipleship look like practically? This course will seek to answer these questions by laying out the path of discipleship centered around four Es: Engage, Evangelize, Establish, and Equip. By examining the Biblical teaching on each of these four principles, we will construct a portrait of what discipleship looks like in the life of a believer, evaluate where each of us is on this path, grow in our love for Christ and His church, and equip ourselves to help others love Jesus more.
First Service | Parenting: The Middle Years | GBC Elders
In the first chapter of Proverbs, Solomon cries out, "Hear, my son, your father's instruction and do not forsake your mother's teaching." The middle years of parenting (ages 6-12) provide a crucial time for instruction, teaching, and training. Having established a pattern of obedience during the early years, parents can now shift their focus to teaching their children "the full counsel of God". This class will discuss what discipline, instruction, and encouragement look like during this key training phase. We will see how critical it is for parents to grow in their own relationship with Christ as well as deepen the relationship they have with their kids in advance of their teen years. All are welcome, though space is limited and priority will be given to parents with at least one child between ages 6-12. Married couples are encouraged to take the course together, if possible.
Second Service | Discovering Grace | Brian Liebich
This course serves as an introduction to Grace Bible Church for those who are interested in becoming members or simply want to learn more about our church. It will cover the doctrinal statement of GBC as well as our vision of each person engaging in discipleship and helping another follow Jesus better. We will cover what discipleship is and how you can engage in discipleship practically at Grace Bible Church.
Second Service | The Heart of Worship | Pastor Paul
Worship is not a hap-hazardous activity that people do once in a while, but it's a lifestyle of everyone. Every person in the world either worships God or idols. Those who are saved through Christ must worship the Father in Spirit and truth (John 4:23-24; Romans 12:1-2; Ephesians 2:18). People become what they worship. Those who behold and worship the glorious Christ will be transformed into His image. Each week we will see that true worship matters to God. We will show the role of the heavenly Father who is seeking true worshippers, the role of Jesus Christ as the true worship leader, and the role of the Holy Spirit who enables us to worship God. We will see the desperate need of every believer to be confessing sin regarding idol worship, and the need to renew our minds to love God. Therefore, we desire to respond with all that we are to all that God is.
Second Service | Forerunners of the Faith | Mike Marion & David Kling
The Christian faith extends beyond our personal experiences, our churches, and far beyond our present age. The Church, the Bride of Christ, is a timeless masterpiece crafted by God, across generations and geography. "Forerunners of the Faith" is a study of how Christ has built His church. By examining the lives and struggles of those who have gone before us, we gain a profound appreciation for the continuity of faith and the unwavering purpose of our heavenly Bridegroom. As we journey through the pages of history, we discover how God has consistently built His Church, stone by stone, through the faithful witness of countless saints devoted to Him and His word. Through diligent study of Scripture, the church has navigated doctrinal complexities and overcome error, preserving the purity of the gospel message for generations to come.
This course will answer one of the biggest questions many followers of Jesus have: what now? What should I be doing? What does discipleship look like practically? This course will seek to answer these questions by laying out the path of discipleship centered around four Es: Engage, Evangelize, Establish, and Equip. By examining the Biblical teaching on each of these four principles, we will construct a portrait of what discipleship looks like in the life of a believer, evaluate where each of us is on this path, grow in our love for Christ and His church, and equip ourselves to help others love Jesus more.
First Service | Parenting: The Middle Years | GBC Elders
In the first chapter of Proverbs, Solomon cries out, "Hear, my son, your father's instruction and do not forsake your mother's teaching." The middle years of parenting (ages 6-12) provide a crucial time for instruction, teaching, and training. Having established a pattern of obedience during the early years, parents can now shift their focus to teaching their children "the full counsel of God". This class will discuss what discipline, instruction, and encouragement look like during this key training phase. We will see how critical it is for parents to grow in their own relationship with Christ as well as deepen the relationship they have with their kids in advance of their teen years. All are welcome, though space is limited and priority will be given to parents with at least one child between ages 6-12. Married couples are encouraged to take the course together, if possible.
Second Service | Discovering Grace | Brian Liebich
This course serves as an introduction to Grace Bible Church for those who are interested in becoming members or simply want to learn more about our church. It will cover the doctrinal statement of GBC as well as our vision of each person engaging in discipleship and helping another follow Jesus better. We will cover what discipleship is and how you can engage in discipleship practically at Grace Bible Church.
Second Service | The Heart of Worship | Pastor Paul
Worship is not a hap-hazardous activity that people do once in a while, but it's a lifestyle of everyone. Every person in the world either worships God or idols. Those who are saved through Christ must worship the Father in Spirit and truth (John 4:23-24; Romans 12:1-2; Ephesians 2:18). People become what they worship. Those who behold and worship the glorious Christ will be transformed into His image. Each week we will see that true worship matters to God. We will show the role of the heavenly Father who is seeking true worshippers, the role of Jesus Christ as the true worship leader, and the role of the Holy Spirit who enables us to worship God. We will see the desperate need of every believer to be confessing sin regarding idol worship, and the need to renew our minds to love God. Therefore, we desire to respond with all that we are to all that God is.
Second Service | Forerunners of the Faith | Mike Marion & David Kling
The Christian faith extends beyond our personal experiences, our churches, and far beyond our present age. The Church, the Bride of Christ, is a timeless masterpiece crafted by God, across generations and geography. "Forerunners of the Faith" is a study of how Christ has built His church. By examining the lives and struggles of those who have gone before us, we gain a profound appreciation for the continuity of faith and the unwavering purpose of our heavenly Bridegroom. As we journey through the pages of history, we discover how God has consistently built His Church, stone by stone, through the faithful witness of countless saints devoted to Him and His word. Through diligent study of Scripture, the church has navigated doctrinal complexities and overcome error, preserving the purity of the gospel message for generations to come.