4:16 College
1 Timothy 4:16 - "Watch your life and your doctrine closely"
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Course: Biblical Financial Management
Instructors: Mark Palmer, Steve Belzner and Sean Hoffmaster
Meeting: Tuesdays, 6:45 - 8:15 PM, July 6th - August 3rd
Description: Not for the faint of heart! This course provides biblical insight into personal finances. Course topics include a broad range of areas regarding financial management. Students will prepare their own budgets, deeds, and other financial instruments. Course includes some minor biblical meditation and daily study. Required text: None
Course: Biblical Men & Women: Is there a Difference?
Instructor: Greg Gill
Meeting: Wednesdays, July 7th - August 11th (no class July 14th), 8:30 - 9:45 PM
Description: There is much confusion in our culture today about the roles of men and women. But what does God our Designer and Maker have to say about these very crucial issues? In what ways are men and women the same and what are the differences in God's plan? How, practically, do these differences affect my home, my church life, and my role in society? Come explore with us the lies, misconceptions, and amazing truths that will shape a fulfilling and God-glorifying life for you. Required text: What's the Difference by John Piper
Course: God's Unchanging Plan
Instructor: Don Sharpe
Meeting: Wednesdays, July 7th - August 4th, 8:30 - 9:45 PM
Description: In reading our Bibles we can be tempted to think of the Old Testament and New Testament almost as two separate books where we struggle to grasp how the two fit together. In actuality, the Bible is one cohesive book from Genesis to Revelation that tells the story of God's unfolding plan of redemption throughout history. This course is intended to increase your understanding and appreciation of the whole Bible as we walk through the major storyline that unfolds throughout the pages of scripture and look at how each major segment of the scriptures fits into that story. Required text: God's Big Picture by Vaughn Roberts
Course: Gospel Centered Conflict Resolution
Instructors: George Scheeler
Meeting: Tuesdays, July 6th - August 3rd, 8:30 - 9:45 PM
Description: God calls us to a life that is higher than "just getting along", but too often, we don't know how to apply the gospel to our conflict. This class will not only put practical, biblical tools in your hands, we will also take class time to become comfortable in applying the gospel to case studies and to our own lives. If you find yourself in long-standing conflict or you want to help others resolve the root causes of their conflict, we would enjoy having you in the class. Required text: The Peacemaker by Ken Sande
Course: Living Life Rooted in the Grace of the Gospel
Instructor: Don Sharpe
Meeting: Wednesdays, July 7th - August 4th, 6:45 - 8:15 PM
Description: Do you ever wonder why the pastors of Grace Community talk so much about the gospel? Most of us know that it's the gospel that saves us and brings us into a relationship with God. But what does the gospel have to do with my daily Christian life? Everything! This class is about what it means to live in the joy and good of the gospel in our everyday lives. We will seek to answer question like... What does it mean to be established in the gospel? How do I apply the gospel in my daily life? What does it mean to preach the gospel to yourself every day and how do I do that? Find out why the gospel is the most important thing to our lives both before and after we become Christians. Required text: None.
Course: The Love of God: No/Know Greater Love!
Instructor: Matt Smith
Meeting: Thursdays, July 8th - August 5th (no class July 22nd), 8:30 - 9:45 PM
Description: Comprehending the love of God seems rather basic and elementary to most people. After all, most of us have grown up being taught that God is love from the time we were very young. In fact, the overwhelming majority of those who believe in God believe that He is a loving being. It seems today that the only aspect of God's character that people are quick to affirm or assume is God's love. But that is not the only picture we see in the Bible. How do we reconcile the love of God with God's holiness, His sovereignty, or His wrath? Is it possible that the love of God has been distorted in our understanding so that we no longer know what it means to be loved by God biblically? Is it possible that we have trivialized the love of God and no longer are gripped by such a wonder? The Apostle Paul provides for us in Ephesians 3:19 the ultimate goal of this class: "and to KNOW the love of Christ that surpasses knowledge, that you may be filled with all the fullness of God". Sign up now and get ready to explore "The Love of God: NO/KNOW Greater love!" Required text: None
Course: Rock Solid: the Truth about Christianity
Instructor: Matt Smith
Meeting: Thursdays, July 8th - August 5th (no class July 22nd), 6:45 - 8:15 PM
Description: How many young people today, if pressed, really know WHY they believe WHAT they believe? How many students have a belief system that they simply have inherited from their parents? This new class is specifically geared for students in middle school and high school who want real answers to the question: "How can I know for sure that Christianity is true?" This class will help our youth both explore and discover for themselves "rock solid" answers to specific questions like: What is truth? Can't all religions be right? How do I know the Bible is really trustworthy? Did Jesus really rise from the dead? Parents, encourage your students to sign up for this important class and know you are welcome to take the class with them. Required text: None
Course: Spiritual Maturity
Instructor: Dan Zorn
Meeting: Thursdays, July 8th - August 5th, 6:45 - 8:15 PM
Description: Are you struggling with the temptations of the world? Living ups and downs in your Christian walk? Constantly battling with your emotions and desires when trying to do what is right? Do you want to move up to the next step in your Christian walk? This course is based off of Paul's teachings in Ephesians 4:11-23, and will teach and apply various important principles of the Christian walk that will help you strive for spiritual maturity and live out the fullness and richness of God's plan for your life. Required text: None
Course: Summer Alpha
Instructor: Greg Gill
Meeting: Tuesdays, July 6th - August 10th (no class July 13th), 6:45 - 9:45 PM
Description: This class is an opportunity to explore spirituality from the perspective of the Bible. Relaxed, fun, and non-threatening, Alpha is a place to bring your questions and ask anything. Reformatted to our 6 week 4:16 Summer College schedule, participants will still enjoy 13 messages, attend small group discussions, be invited to an optional Holy Spirit retreat, and receive free materials and meals. The only changes for Summer Alpha are: no child care is offered, meals will be 'picnic style', and we meet on 5 nights from 6:45-9:30 pm. Whether new to the church, looking to grow in your spiritual life, or just beginning your journey, Alpha has consistently been a great experience for anyone ages 13 - adult. Required text: None
Course: The Truth will Set You Free!
Instructor: Steve Bickel
Meeting: Wednesdays, July 7th - August 11th (no class July 21st), 6:45 - 8:15 PM
Description: Get a crucial alignment for everyday living in this 5-week class designed to sharpen your spiritual senses with God and others. When's the last time you took time to have the Lord comprehensively evaluate your life? Do you feel burdened by your sin and failures? Are you lacking joy? How about the offenses of others towards you...have they contributed to your spiritual fatigue? What about the nagging unforgiveness, bitterness and anger that clogs up the soul? What about those hidden sins that seek to condemn and destroy you? Come get a strong dose of encouragement in the Good News and practical, Biblical helps to make sure your life stays infused with the joy and the peace that Christ died to give you! Required text: None
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