Resources, Links and Information
Welcome to the Online Resource Page for the Thursday Evening Bible Studies led by the Pastor on Zoom (bit.ly/YatesPastorStudy), currently at 5:00 p.m!
Current Series
“Follow Me”: Meeting the Four Gospels Again
Date: August 1
Topics: Course introduction and objectives, overview of the four Gospels and their significance, and an introduction to the historical context and the synoptic problem.
Date: August 8
Topics: Historical context and authorship, key themes, structure, unique features, and theological emphasis.
Date: August 15
Topics: Historical context and authorship, key themes, structure, unique features, and theological emphasis.
Date: August 22
Topics: Historical context and authorship, key themes, structure, unique features, and theological emphasis.
Date: August 29
Topics: Historical context and authorship, key themes, structure, unique features, and theological emphasis.
Date: September 5
Topics: Overview of extra-canonical gospels (e.g., Gospel of Thomas, Gospel of Mary); and how the canonical Gospels work together and where they diverge.
Date: September 12
Topics: Historical views of Jesus and the major “quests for the Historical Jesus” from the 18th-20th century; also, discussing a modern disciple’s journey to know Jesus through the Gospels.
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Week 1 (August 1)
Week 2 (August 8)
Week 3 (August 15)
Week 4 (August 29 )
Week 5 (September 5)
Week 6 (September 12)
Coming Up
This series invites you to explore the roots of our faith, uncovering the stories behind the Scriptures. Together we'll discover how these ancient texts shape our discipleship, offering fresh insights and deeper connections to guide our spiritual growth. Join us on an enlightening and enriching adventure!
Around 57 A.D., Christian missionary Paul wrote a letter to a church he hadn’t planted and likely hadn’t visited, as he prepared for a mission to Spain. Deacon Phoebe carried it to them in anticipation of his arrival. Over 8 sessions, we'll explore this groundbreaking letter together, uncovering why Paul addressed issues of unity, grace, and faith challenges to the early Christians in Rome. The good news for both the Romans and us is Paul’s sweeping vision of God’s grand work through Christ—bringing redemption, transforming lives, and uniting us in a mission of grace and purpose.