Discipleship
We are moving forward as a church! Our methods are changing, but the mission of evangelism and discipleship remains the same. There is a place of service and growth for all who attend onsite or online. There is no better time for members or guests to be immersed in God’s Word.
Class Categories
Kids
Discipleship
Wednesdays
Kids Street
Every Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. we gather together to study God’s word, play games, and do crafts! Join us in Kids Street this week!
Students
High School | Refuel
Wednesdays
K-Hall
,Refuel is our weekly worship and discipleship time for high school students. We meet in the K-Hall from 6:30-8:00 p.m. Each week we worship God through song, play exciting games, and learn more about God from His word. Join us on Wednesday nights for an amazing night with friends, and bring someone with you!
Middle School | Fusion
Wednesdays
The Foundry
Fusion is our weekly worship time for middle school students. We meet downstairs in the Foundry from 6:30-8:00 p.m. Each week we worship God through song, play exciting games, and learn more about God from His word. Join us on Wednesday nights for an amazing night with friends, and bring someone with you!
Women
Women’s Small Group Discipleship Class
Led by Christian Barnes
New groups, days, and times beginning January 12
Onsite and Offsite
The LBC Women’s Ministry is offering a special discipleship class for all women. This ministry will focus on fellowship, accountability, better Bible comprehension, and establishing spiritual disciplines. Meetings will be in a small group setting on a weekly basis. This program runs for two semesters.
Precept Upon Precept-Hebrews
Led by Caroline Trammell and Lisa Bower
Tuesdays | January 11 – May 3
9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Room 232-234
Precept Upon Precept-Hebrews
Led by Caroline Trammell and Lisa Bower
Tuesdays | January 11 – May 3
7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Room 232-234
In Part 2 of the study of Hebrews, chapters 5–10 explain relationships between the two covenants, the earthly and heavenly tabernacles, and the sacrifices of animals and the Son of Man. See how Jesus fulfilled the Law and the Prophets and became our great High Priest. In Part 3, we will see that without faith it is impossible to please God. So what is faith? Where do I get it? And what does it look like lived out in my life? This study of Hebrews 11–13 will answer these questions and more, encouraging you to fix your eyes on Jesus and run with endurance to the finish line.
How Much More by Lisa Harper
Led by Faith McDonald
Tuesdays | January 11 – February 22
9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Room 236 | Zoom Available
How Much More by Lisa Harper
Led by Allison Johnson
Wednesdays | January 12 – February 23
6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Room 228 | Zoom Available
In this 7-session Bible study, you’ll discover divine love in the often overlooked and misunderstood passages. And you’ll be delighted to find that Jehovah of the Old Testament is the same redemptive and compassionate God we see through Jesus Christ in the New Testament. He has always been and will always be for us!
Encountering God: Cultivating Habits of Faith Through the Spiritual Disciplines
Led by Monty Sheridan
Tuesdays | January 11 – February 22
9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Room 224 | Zoom Available
Encountering God: Cultivating Habits of Faith Through the Spiritual Disciplines
Led by Holly Manlove
Wednesdays | January 12 – February 23
6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Room 224 | Zoom Available
Spiritual disciplines are essential to a more vibrant spiritual life and knowing God more intimately. Instead of being just one more thing on your to-do list, you’ll find that these habits of faith can actually create more margin in your life—providing peace and rest as you walk closer with Jesus.
God of Freedom: A Study of Exodus 19-40
Led by Kate Wilson
Tuesdays | January 11 – March 22
9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Room 224 | Zoom Available
In this study of Exodus 19–40, journey through the story of how God shepherds His newly-liberated children into an understanding of what their freedom means: lives consecrated for service to God and to one another. Each book comes with access to all 10 video sessions.
Anxious: Fighting Anxiety with the Word of God
Led by Cathy Schmidt
Wednesdays | January 12 – March 2
6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Room 236
In this study, learn how we can practically take hold of the perfect peace that is only available through God as we dive deeply into His Word, embrace the practice of prayer, and live authentically in the support of our communities of faith. Each book comes with access to all 8 video sessions.
Forgiving What you Can’t Forget
Led by Jessica Whittington
Wednesdays | January 12 – February 15
6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Room 227
Learn how to find life-giving freedom, you have to let go of bound-up resentment and resistance to forgiving people who aren’t willing to make things right.
For His Glory: Living as God’s Masterpiece A Study of Ephesians
Led by Wendy Bost
Wednesdays | March 23 – April 27
6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Room 224
The truths in this beloved epistle speak to the core beliefs we carry about ourselves, revealing to us our part in God’s magnificent design to redeem a people for Himself who reflect His glory to the world. Journey to discover our true worth in Christ, our status as beloved children of God, and our glorious calling as His masterpiece.
Precept New Inductive Study: Discovering the God of Second Chances Part 1
Led by Cheryl Schweizer
Tuesdays | January 11 – March 8
9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Pastor’s Reception Room
The message of God during the time of the prophets and today is this: the day of the Lord is coming; whoever calls on the name of the Lord will be delivered; seek the Lord and live! Experienced Bible students and newcomers to the minor prophets will find insight and inspiration in this look at Joel, Amos, Obadiah, and Jonah.
Apples of Gold
Led by Candace Asbell
Registration for 2021 Apples of Gold is closed. Please be on the lookout for Spring 2022 registration.
Apples of Gold is a women’s group, that meets weekly to provide an opportunity for younger women to be mentored in a loving, caring environment, by women who have already traveled the path they are on. These groups meet in homes each week as they grow in God’s word. This semester’s session begins September 28th with a Meet and Greet, 6:30pm-8pm. The group will meet weekly on Tuesdays, October 5-November 9 from 6pm-9pm. There will be a Celebration Dinner on November 12th at 6pm. No childcare is provided for these meetings.
Men
Every Man a Warrior
Led by Jon Buckman
Wednesdays | Jan. 12 – Apr. 6
Rooms 240 & 242
Every Man a Warrior has a total of 27 lessons and maybe the most practical Bible study most men will ever do. It is designed specifically to deal with the issues that men face and need to succeed in. Field-tested for years, it has been used with men of all ages from teens to men in their 70s.
33 The Series Volumes 3 & 4
Led by Jacob Oehlert
Wednesdays | Jan. 12 – Apr. 6
Café
Volume 3 of 33 The Series challenges men to go beyond the surface, look deep within, and explore some areas that are easy to ignore but are critical in their journey toward Authentic Manhood. Full of practical insights and helpful resources, A Man and His Traps gives men the freedom to take off their masks and move to a healthier place of honesty and growth as they learn to become more like our model, Jesus Christ. God created man to work, and His Word instructs men on how to engage and enjoy work. The 33 The Series: A Man and His Work is a six-session Bible study that provides insight into some of the ways men can find both their best fit and fulfillment in work. The study acknowledges the tensions and obstacles that men face in their work – lives and helps them move beyond the frustrations and dead ends.
All Classes begin in the KHall at 6:30 p.m. with a time of worship and then move to small group rooms.
Special Food Nights begin at 6pm in the KHall
September 13-Pizza Preview Night | October 18-Jambalaya Night | November 15- Fried Turkey Night | December 13- Chili Night
Hebrews: The Supremacy of Christ
Led by Keith Baird and Larry Beard
Rooms 224
Mondays | Sep. 13 – Dec. 13
Hebrews is a chapter by chapter study of the book of Hebrews. Gain insights into the text, identify key stories and themes and learn to correctly apply the truth and meanings in your own life.
1 & 2 Thessalonians
Led by Jim Golightly and Alan Otto
Rooms 227
Mondays | Sep. 13 – Dec. 13
1-2 Thessalonians remind God’s people of the salvation he has secured for those he has called. When King Jesus returns, he will deliver his people and bring justice to the earth. The study provides an overview of the text before digging into it with a series of questions for reflection or discussion.
Confronting Injustice Without Compromising Truth
Led by Dwight Ferguson and Tom Erdman
Rooms 228
Mondays | Sep. 13 – Dec. 13
Parables
Led by Howard Dickinson and Michael Rich
K-Hall
Mondays | Sep. 13 – Dec. 13
Jesus was a master storyteller, and the parables He told were ingeniously simple word pictures. All were filled with profound spiritual lessons that He wanted His listeners to hear and understand. Gain insights about His message about the kingdom of God and the reason He came to earth.
Gentle and Lowly: The Heart of Christ for Sinners and Sufferers
Led by Jeff McCracken and Curt Boswell
Cafe
Mondays | Sep. 13 – Dec. 13
it’s vital to be–or become–a people who seek justice. But for Christians, this must be a social justice that is truly biblical, fashioned according to God’s ways. This study will cover the topics of racism, sexuality, abortion, culture, tribalism, identity politics, and more.
Adults
MoneyLife
Led by Tim Swift
Room 246
Wednesdays | Jan. 12 – Mar. 23
6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Let God’s Truth transform your journey toward financial freedom. Seek wisdom about the root causes of your financial issues. Rather than attacking the symptoms alone, the MoneyLife® Personal Finance Study applies biblical teaching to the heart of the problem, providing real healing and hope.
Love and Respect
Led by Jim and Sue Fruth
Room 232-234
Wednesdays | Jan. 12 – Apr. 6
6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
What do you want for your marriage? Want some peace? Want to feel close? Want to feel valued? Want to experience marriage the way God intended? Then why not try some Love and Respect.
I Share Hope: Evidence of the Faith
What hinders many Christians from sharing their faith in Jesus Christ? Not knowing answers to tough questions.
During this multi-week Zoom series you will learn from scholars, experts, and former skeptics as they dig in to some of the biggest questions nonbelievers have when it comes to the Christian faith.
You’ll also have opportunity during LIVE Q&A sessions to ask specific questions that will help you share the love of Jesus more effectively.
Life Without Limits: Exploring the Gospel of Mark
Led by Reverend Duane McCracken
Room 248
Wednesdays | Jan. 12 – Apr. 6
6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
The Truth Project
Led by Tim Dykman and Roy Browning
Room 249
Wednesdays | Jan. 12 – Mar. 23
6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
The Truth Project is a ground-breaking small group curriculum on the Biblical worldview. Start looking at life from a biblical perspective. Join Dr. Del Tackett, as he takes you through 13 engaging video lessons on the relevance and importance of living the Biblical worldview in daily life.
College & Career Discipleship Groups
Led by Tavis Hackathorn
Tuesdays
7:00 p.m.
Discipleship Groups are small groups that meet on a weekly basis to read and study scripture together, pray for each other and challenging one another to live out God’s Word in our everyday lives. In these groups you will build relationships with other believers as you seek to become life-long disciple makers both in the church and in your community.
Counseling
Chronic Illness & Cancer Support Group
Room 242
Every 3rd Thursday starting Sep. 16
Join with others for a time of encouragement and resources for those dealing with chronic illness or cancer.
No sign up required.
Celebrate Recovery
Finding Hope
Led by Keith Rickard
Every 2nd and 4th Fri. beginning Oct. 8th
7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Finding Hope is a support group for family members who want to truly help their addicted loved ones and themselves. With Christ at the Center of our hope, we work together to better understand the disease, its impact on us, and to develop strategies to survive a loved one’s addiction. In the process, some of those family members suffering addictions also find hope.
