Grace U Core Classes

Class Category Description
OT Overview Bible Study Introduce the story line of redemptive history through the Old Testament; addresses key themes
NT Overview Bible Study Introduce the story line of redemptive history through the New Testament; addresses key themes
Essential Theology I
(This We Believe)		 Theology Discuss topics that are essential for the new believer to understand, such as who is God, how are we saved, assurance of salvation, etc.
Essential Theology II
(Beyond the Basics)		 Theology Review current questions in theology, and approach from a Biblical perspective
The Church, Our Church Theology Better understand how God views and uses the local church. Review six word pictures of the church, discuss the themes associated with the word picture, and discover how these truths relate to our weekly involvement at Grace
Essential Skills I
(Drink Deeply from the Bible)		 Spiritual Skills Learn and practice skills which help in studying and understanding the Bible, such as how to: have a Quiet Time, study the Bible, memorize and meditate, listen to a sermon without falling asleep, and read through the Bible in a year
Essential Skills II
(Connecting with God)		 Spiritual Skills Learn and practice skills which help you to fall in love with God, such as how to: pray, spend a half-day with God, praise God, forgive and be forgiven, confess and repent, and fast
Essential Skills III
(Impact your World)		 Spiritual Skills Learn and practice skills which help you to influence the world and other believers to know God, such as how to: lead family devotions, share your faith, start a neighborhood Bible study, come alongside someone who is going through difficult circumstances
Living a Balanced Life Life Skills Learn biblical basis for leading a balanced life in areas of finances, friendships, family relationships, work, and time management; practice skills that help achieve balance
Finances Life Skills Takes a biblical picture of what it means to be a steward of your financial resources. Learn: how to create and stick to a budget, what it takes to get out of debt, and the freedom that comes from aligning finances with biblical principles.