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Join us on Wednesday Nights throughout the year for one of many topical Bible Studies. From finances to relationships, the topics and groups change throughout the year, so check back often.
Not sure which group is right for you? We also have a drop-in Bible Study available that can be joined at any time. (Use our search tool here if you're looking for a Sunday Morning Small Group.)
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Hendersonville Campus Studies
Grief Share
Teacher(s): Nancy Thompson
Time: Wednesday Night - 6:00-8:00 p.m.
For Who?: All Ages
Where?: Main Building RM 225
Cost: $12.00
A thirteen-week coed grief support group whose mission is to reach those who have lost a loved one. The group offers in-depth discussions addressing relevant grieving issues.
Real Life University / Financial Peace
Teacher(s): Dallas & Dana Owen
Time: Wednesday Night - 6:15-7:30 p.m.
For Who?: All Ages
Where?: Room 223
Cost: $99.00
This life-changing program teaches people to achieve their financial goals by eliminating debt, saving for the future, and giving like never before. They will be challenged and motivated to make a plan for their money and change their family tree forever. Financial Peace University consists of a video curriculum taught by financial expert Dave Ramsey, that incorporates small group discussions to encourage accountability and discipleship.
Celebrate Recovery Step Study
Teacher(s): Shelly Lamberth/Julie Dunlap
Time: Wednesday Night - 6:15-7:30pm
For Who?: Women's
Where?: Room 148 – Main Building
Cost: $20
Begins Feb. 10
Celebrate Recovery Step Study
Teacher(s): Paulette Resha/Kathy Turner
Time: Wednesday Night - 6:15-7:30pm
For Who?: Women's
Where?: Room 147 – Main Building
Cost: $20
Step Study Closed
Celebrate Recovery Step Study
Teacher(s): Stan Dunlap
Time: Wednesday Night - 6:15-7:30pm
For Who?: Men's
Where?: Main Building RM 233
Cost: $20
Step Study Closed
Real Life University / The Fruit of the Spirit: The Key to Power-Filled Living
Teacher(s): Derek Hazelet
Time: Wednesday Night - 6:15-7:30 p.m.
For Who?: All Ages
Where?: Main Building RM 227
Cost: Free
The Bible tells us that our Christian walk is powered by the Holy Spirit. However, the practical walking and living in that Spirit is another matter. Stuff gets in the way...namely me, my flesh and my sinful nature. In this study, we will explore several key truths to develop and empower Christian living! Six sessions.
Real Life University / Foundations
Teacher(s): Terry Hadaway
Time: Wednesday Night - 6:15-7:30 p.m.
For Who?: All Ages
Where?: Chapel
Cost: $15.00
See the world from God's perspective! A Christian world view based on God’s essential truths has a lifelong impact on the way you approach and deal with life's challenges. Foundations teaches how to filter everyday experiences through the truth of God's Word. For instance, understanding God's gift of salvation enables you to love God more deeply and tell others more confidently what God can do for them. Foundations is a comprehensive tool for discovering the essential truths of Christian faith in a simple, systematic, and life-changing way. This study will take you on a thought-provoking exploration of eleven core doctrines: The Bible, God, Jesus, The Holy Spirit, Creation, Salvation, Sanctification, Good and Evil, The Afterlife, The Church, and The Second Coming. Six sessions, drop-in approved. The book contains lessons for all three parts of the study. Parts two and three will be offered in Spring 2010.
Real Life University / Lessons From the First Christians
Teacher(s): Keith Thomas
Time: Wednesday Night - 6:15-7:30 p.m.
For Who?: All Ages
Where?: Main Building RM 239
Cost: Free
Miracles . . . boldness . . . courage to preach the Word of God. Do you want this power, power to witness for Christ in hostile circumstances - your workplace, maybe even your home? Learn how to depend on the power of the Spirit from the Lord's dynamic work among first believers. Six sessions.
Real Life University /Discover Your Desires
Teacher(s): Rob Holcomb
Time: Wednesday Night - 6:15-7:30 p.m.
For Who?: All Ages
Where?: Main Building RM 150
Cost: Free
This is a class that helps individuals discover how God has equipped them to serve Him through their motivations, abilities, personality and spiritual gifts. In this study you will learn more about God’s perfectly planned-out direction for your life. Isaiah 44:2 says, “This is what the Lord says, he who made you, who formed you in the womb, and who will help you: don’t be afraid…”(NIV). By the end of this study, you will be inspired to live a life of praise and service for the One who created you in the womb. First Peter 4: 10-11 says, “Each one should use whatever gift he has received to serve others, faithfully administering God’s grace in its various forms....so that in all things God may be praised through Jesus Christ…” (NIV). Your church needs you to function properly. We each have a vital role in advancing His Kingdom. Hopefully you will better understand and embrace that role through Discover Your Desires. Six sessions.
Real Life University / Life's Healing Choices for Women
Teacher(s): Debbie Considine/Sherry Romans
Time: Wednesday Night - 6:15-7:30 p.m.
For Who?: All Ages
Where?: Main Building Room 238
Cost:
We have all had hurts in our life. Some as far back as childhood. This workbook study helps us to understand that we can only find healing through the love and grace of Jesus Christ. Six sessions.
Real Life University / Freedom In Christ
Teacher(s): Steve & Liz Burchfield
Time: Wednesday Night - 6:15-7:30 p.m.
For Who?: All Ages
Where?: Main Building Room 230
Cost: $12.00
Becoming more like Christ is not an easy task. It is a lifelong endeavor that may seem overwhelming—especially if you don’t know the next steps to take after you have made a commitment to follow Jesus. Whether you have just begun your walk with Christ or you are just unsure how to move forward, Freedom in Christ, a group Bible study from bestselling author Neil T. Anderson, gives you simple, practical guidance for weaving faith into every aspect of your life. Making biblical truth your driving force will lead you to resolve personal and spiritual conflicts in order to experience true and lasting freedom . . . and Freedom in Christ shows you how! Twelve sessions.
Real Life University / The Gospel of Matthew (Precept Study)
Teacher(s): Lori Thomas
Time: Wednesday Night - 6:15-7:30 p.m.
For Who?: Women's
Where?: Main Building Room 226
Cost: $16.00
Walk with Jesus as He inaugurates His Father's Kingdom on earth. Fall in love with the Messiah who came specifically for you through this world-view enhancing study of the Gospel of Matthew. Walk with Jesus through the towns and villages of the Galilee, see the miracles He performs. Listen to His teaching as He explains His Kingdom. And then evaluate your life against the standard Jesus holds high and ask: Does my life show that I'm part of His Kingdom? You will need the second workbook beginning with lesson eight. Eighteen sessions, women only.
Real Life University / iMom
Teacher(s): iMom Team
Time: Wednesday Night - 6:15-7:30 p.m.
For Who?: Women's
Where?: Little TreeHouse
Cost: $45.00
iMom is an opportunity for you to focus on being an intentional mom, while gaining spiritual and emotional encouragement and social connections. Meets weekly. Sixteen sessions, women only.
Real Life University / Believing God
Teacher(s): Betsy Langmade
Time: Wednesday Night - 6:15-7:30 p.m.
For Who?: Women's
Where?: Main Building Room 228
Cost: $15.00
Believing God by Beth Moore is based on Isaiah 43:10 and explores what it means to not only believe in God but to believe Him. Do you take God at His Word, believing what He has told you, or do you just believe in His existence and the salvation He offers? Beth Moore came face-to-face with this question well into adulthood. At first, her response to God was, "Lord, of course I believe in You. I've believed in You all my life." Over time, the Holy Spirit led her to understand He was saying, "I didn't ask you to believe in Me. I asked you to believe Me." Twelve sessions, women only.
Real Life University / Boundaries
Teacher(s): Stephanie Finch
Time: Wednesday Night - 6:15-7:30 p.m.
For Who?: Women's
Where?: Main Building RM 224
Cost: $12.00
Healthy relationship and sound living depend on maintaining effective personal boundaries. But many people don’t know where to start. Drawing on principles from the Bible, Boundaries guides small groups on a journey of discovery and practical application. You’ll learn how to live your life more fully and display truth and love more freely. Twelve sessions, women only.
Real Life University / Parenting Children
Teacher(s): Jeff & Rachel Lovingood
Time: Wednesday Night - 6:15-7:30 p.m.
For Who?: All Ages
Where?: Main Building RM 240
Cost: Free
It’s not easy being the parent of a school age children. In this fun and entertaining course, you will get some valuable advice from Jeff and Rachel Lovingood about how to raise children in today’s world. Six sessions.
Real Life University / Making Children Mind Without Losing Yours
Teacher(s): David Morrow
Time: Wednesday Night - 6:15-7:30 p.m.
For Who?: All Ages
Where?: Main Building Room 151
Cost:
Six Inspiring and entertaining video lessons from Making Children Mind Without Losing Yours. Be Courageous. Developing the courage to do what is best for your kids. Why Kids Misbehave. Understanding kids and why they do what they do. The Parent Or Teacher. Maintaining authority without being an authoritarian. Nine Ways To Be Your Teenager’s Best Friend. How to gain your teenager’s love and respect and keep it forever. ABS’s Of Self Image. Helping kids feel good about themselves for all the right reasons. When To Let The Little Buzzards Tumble. Turning everyday hassles into everyday successes.Six sessions.
Celebrate Recovery Step Study
Teacher(s): Ron Considine and Ben Romans
Time: Wednesday Night - 6:15-7:30 p.m.
For Who?: All Ages
Where?: Main Building RM 232
Cost: $20
Step Study Open