Jesus In The Gospels

Second Generation Bible Studies

JESUS IN THE GOSPELS invites believers to look at Jesus in each of the four Gospels and ask the question, "Who is the Jesus that you see?" This study will deepen discipleship through better understanding of the biblical texts and their message.

JESUS IN THE GOSPELS focuses on the portraits of Jesus found in the four Gospels--Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. The word in used in the title signals that this study takes an approach different from the familiar "life and teaching of Jesus" approach of reading stories and accounts of what Jesus said and did in order to draw conclusions about their meaning and about who Jesus was. This study looks at the way each Gospel writer presents events and teachings and at the picture of Jesus that emerges in each of the Gospels.

Disciple I through IV

In March 1986, a group of eighteen gathered in flower Mound, TX, committed to a drean of developing a Bible study for training Christian Disciples. Together they shaped a dream of became the Disciple Series a series of four 32 week studies covering the entire Old and New Testemants:

  • Diciple I: Becoming Disciples Through Bible Study
  • Disciple II: Into the Word Into the World
  • Disciple III: Remember Who You Are
  • Disciple IV: Under the Tree of Life

Each book in the series is divided into both Old Testament and New Testament lessons. When completed, lessons on the content of the entire Bible is covered. Each study is covered in approximately 32 lessons and are usually completed in 32+ weeks.

Adult Ministry Education

Joni Stephens - Adult Ministry

AdultMMC@richmondfumc.org

Wednesday Night Live Classes start back on January 11th, and we have some great new studies that you can be a part of!

A Woman's Secret for Confident Living, 2nd Floor Parlor, led by Kathy Vockery. With biblical wisdom and an inspiring belief in God's purpose for each woman, karol ladd helps readers transform the way they see themselves and how they live out their lives as they discover their value and confidence in God,

James - Mercy Triumphs, M203, led by Lori Chasse. A women's Bible study on James, by beth Moore, James, jesus own brother, started out as a sketpic. See how one glimpse of the resurrected Saviour turned an unbeliever into a disciple.

When Christians Get It WrongHartman Rm, led by Mike Ballard. When young adults talk about the problems they have with Christianity and the church, they often name certain attitudes and behaviors they believe are practiced too often by Christians:judging others, condemning people of other faiths, rejecting science, injecting politics into faith, and being anti-homosexual. With his familiar style, Adam Hamilton tackles these issues and addresses the how's and why's of Christians getting it right when it comes to being Christ in the world.

Imaginary JesusM221, led by Bruce and Kim Nettleton Imaginary Jesus is a hilarious, fast-paced, not-quite-fictional story that’s unlike anything you’ve ever read before. When Matt Mikalatos realizes that his longtime buddy in the robe and sandals isn’t the real Jesus at all, but an imaginary one, he encounters hundreds of other Imaginary Jesuses determined to stand in his way. But Matt won’t stop until he finds the real Jesus. Be warned: Imaginary Jesus may bring you face-to-face with an imposter in your own life.

Immersion Bible Study: MarkConference Rm, led by Cal and Sonnie Maas (6:15pm begins a time of sharing and prayer) Take a refreshing plunge into the book of Mark using the new Common English Bible and study book by popular author, Ellsworth Kalas. Find and discuss new spiritual insights and strengthen your relationship with God through faith in Jesus Christ. This study is for EVERYONE!!

The Will of God As A Way of LifeM114, led by Joni Stephens (Class for Young Adults—18-35). How do we know God's will for important life decisions, like who to marry, what job to take, what church to join? How can we be free if God has a perfect plan for us? Does suffering mean we are off track? How exactly does God speak? Author Jerry Sittser explores these questions and offers a practical, biblically-based approach that is truly liberating. No matter what decisions we've already made, he points out that it is still possible to live out God's perfect will.

Tai Chi ChuanFellowship Hall, led by Mason Smith (begins at 7:30pm). Tai Chi Chuan (also spelled taijichuan) is an ancient form of Chinese exercise done for health, meditation, and self-defense. Students should wear loose, comfortable clothing. Mason Smith has been practicing Tai Chi since 1986 and studied with Yang Chen-huan at the Univ. of Ky. A Woman’s Heart: God’s Dwelling Place Conference Rm, led by Mary Lou Stephens (Thursdays, 11:30am) Beth Moore invites you to enter into the sanctuary of our God and let Him reveal marvelous mysteries to you. Learn about God’s will for your life, His provision for you, your fellowship with Him, and your role as His priest in this world. This study will challenge you to prepare your heart, like the holy of holies, to become a home for His love and glory — a dwelling place for the Most High God. WNL classes start back on January 11th, and we have some great new studies that you can be a part of! Sign-up for classes on