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A Case for the Gospels: What Was The Star of Bethlehem?

This week we are looking at the question: What was the Star of Bethlehem that the Bible says appeared over the Christ Child’s birthplace? According to Matthew chapter two we learn: “Now after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of Herod the king, magi from the east arrived in Jerusalem, saying, 2 “Where… Continue Reading

Introduction to Apologetics: A Class Review

This class will focus on a review of our 2025 Apologetics Class introduction. Defending our faith and developing a Biblical worldview based on our understanding of God’s Word takes time and practice, and must be part of a lifetime commitment we make to the LORD. It should form our purpose and identity in everyday life… Continue Reading

Foundations, Session Four: Studying the Bible Using Hermeneutics and Getting the Big Picture of the New Testament

This week’s class will focus on the Bible’s big picture with an emphasis on the New Testament, as we did the Old Testament last week. Knowing the basic structure of the Bible, with its books and categories, will help us understand how it all comes together. Developing a Biblical worldview based on our understanding of… Continue Reading

Foundations, Session Three: Studying the Bible Using Hermeneutics and Getting the Big Picture of the Old Testament

This week’s review class will focus on studying the Bible by looking at the big picture of the Old Testament and practicing the basic five-step hermeneutical method with the book of Philippians. This method is very simple, once we understand the importance of reading ancient documents like the Bible in its proper context. Developing a… Continue Reading

Foundations, Session Two: Why and How Do I Study the Bible?

This week’s review class will focus on the question: How do I study the Bible? We will look at one particularly effective method that includes the importance of knowing the big picture of the Bible as a foundational start. Developing a Biblical worldview takes time and practice, and is a lifetime commitment that requires reading… Continue Reading

Foundations, Session One, Introduction to the question: Why Study the Bible?

This week we are beginning a review of a previous class called “Bible Blueprint” under the current title, “Foundations.” This class is designed to help us develop some practical tools to study God’s Word. Developing a Biblical worldview is important for Christians, and it takes time and practice. Bible study should be a big part… Continue Reading

Apologetics Blueprint: Session Nine – Some Concluding Apologetics’ Thoughts and 1 Samuel chapters 29-31

This week we will finish up our Fall Class with some concluding thoughts on Christian Apologetics by looking at how Wes Huff answers some very important “rapid fire” apologetics questions. We will also finish our current Bible study with the book of 1 Samuel, chapters 29-31. Stay tuned for upcoming classes where we will continue… Continue Reading

Apologetics Blueprint: Session Eight – The Life of David and 1 Samuel chapters 25-28

This week’s topic will focus on the life of David. We will look at a video presentation on this topic and continue our Bible study with the book of 1 Samuel, chapters 25-28. Defending our faith and developing a Biblical worldview based on our understanding of God’s Word takes time and practice, and must be… Continue Reading

Apologetics Blueprint: Session Seven – Who is Jesus (According to other religions)? 1 Samuel chapters 21-24

This week’s apologetic topic will focus on who Jesus is, according other religions, and why that is important to understand as we practice Christian Apologetics. We will look at a presentation by J. Warner Wallace on this topic. We will also continue our Bible study with the book of 1 Samuel, chapters 21-24. Defending our… Continue Reading

Apologetics Blueprint: Session Six – The Gospel in Christian Apologetics; and 1 Samuel chapters 17-20

This week’s apologetic topic will focus on the First Gospel, known as the “protoevangelium” found in Genesis 3:15; and we will connect the importance of understanding this as we practice Christian Apologetics. We will also continue our Bible study with the book of 1 Samuel, chapters 17-20. Defending our faith and developing a Biblical worldview… Continue Reading