"The essence of sin is man substituting himself for God, while the essence of salvation is God substituting himself for man. Man asserts himself against God and puts himself where only God deserves to be; God sacrifices himself for man and puts himself where only man deserves to be." - John Stott
Disciple Life
Disciple Life is the Spiritual Growth and Development Ministry of Riverland Hills. Disciple Life consists of a multitude of discipleship and training courses covering everything from theology to money management.
Sessions are available beginning in January and August each year. For more information contact Rev. Tim Hawkins at 772-3227.
DiscipleLife classes are open to members and non-members alike. Invite a friend!
Register early!
Enrollment may be limited.
Fall 2008 Course Offerings:
Men’s Study Men's Fraternity - The Great Adventure
The Small Group Study is a 10 week in-depth study of what scripture teaches about money and possessions. Graduates have confirmed that marriages are being strengthened and individuals are finding their way out of debt. They are also becoming consistent savers, generous givers, and prudent consumers. Most importantly, people are entering into a closer relationship with Jesus Christ as they learn to apply His Word.
Wednesday Session at 6AM
Leader: Gary Williams
12 Weeks / Cost: $25
Room: Fellowship Hall
Starts September 10
Women's Study Stepping Up
Detailed study of Psalms 120–134 engages participants in unique opportunities for personal reflection and worship while exploring the background/writer of each.
Just as a song or poem can express feelings of fear, doubt, hope, and joy, these 15 psalms model how study participants can voice their own petitions and praises to our God, who is always available and ready to hear us.
Explores the background of each psalm and psalmist, the majority of which were written by David.
Leader:
Judy Renew
Session Length:
7 Weeks
Cost:
$15.00 (please bring payment on first day of class)
Location:
Room 11-12
Class Start Date:
September 7 at 4:30PM
Register Online:
COURSE FULL
We will be offering more classes soon - keep checking our web site for more information.
Finances Crown Financial
The Small Group Study is a 10 week in-depth study of what scripture teaches about money and possessions. Graduates have confirmed that marriages are being strengthened and individuals are finding their way out of debt. They are also becoming consistent savers, generous givers, and prudent consumers. Most importantly, people are entering into a closer relationship with Jesus Christ as they learn to apply His Word.
Sunday Session
Leader: TBA
10 Weeks / Cost: $25 individual /$35 couple
Room: 8
Starts September 7 at 4:30pm
A required Crown Orientation is on Sunday, Aug. 17, in Room 5, at 9, 10:15, or 11:30. Payment needs to be made at the orientation.
COURSE FULL
We will be offering more classes soon - keep checking our web site for more information.
A required Crown Orientation is on Sunday, Aug. 17, in Room 5, at 9, 10:15, or 11:30. Payment needs to be made at the orientation.
COURSE FULL We will be offering more classes soon - keep checking our web site for more information.
Evangelism Always Prepared
Course Objective: To equip and motivate Christians to share Christ with others. Lesson 1: Why we must be ready; Lesson 2: Raising the evangelistic “temperature” of your heart; Lesson 3: The Key to Faithful Witnessing: “Abiding in Christ”; Lesson 4: What is the Gospel Anyway?; Lesson 5: Two Methods for Sharing Christ; Lesson 6: How the Holy Spirit works in personal witness; Lesson 7: Steps to getting personally involved in sharing Christ; Lesson 8: Conquering the “Fear Factor”
$5.00 (please bring payment on first day of class)
Location:
Room 7
Class Start Date:
September 7 at 4:30PM
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Doctrine/Theology A Journey Through the Essential Teachings of the Bible
In this introduction to doctrine and theology, we'll explore the main areas of theology including the study of God, Christ, the Holy Spirit, Salvation, the Church, End Times and more.
This course provides a baseline overview of the tenants of the Christian faith and will help answer questions you may have concerning theology and Bible doctrine.
We'll answer questions such as: How do we know the Bible is God's Word? What is sin and where did it come from? How is Jesus fully God and fully man? What are spiritual gifts? Beliefs on when and how will Christ return? These and other biblical doctrines will be explored in this exciting introductory course.
$25.00 (please bring payment on first day of class)
Location:
Room 9
Class Start Date:
September 7 at 4:30PM
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Apologetics/Worldview The Truth Project
This course offers a comprehensive dvd based study of the Christian worldview. The overarching message is that Christians are locked in a "cosmic battle" between the truth claims of God and the lies of the world, the flesh and the devil. It lays the biblical foundation for the Christian worldview. It then builds on these God centered principles, to answer the great questions of life, What is Truth? Who is God? Who Is Man? and What is the meaning and purpose of Life? It examines the areas of Philosophy, Science, Ethics and History.
Finally, it examines God's design for the spheres of Church, Family, Marriage, Community, and the State. Here we discover the pathologies that exist in a post-modern culture that has turned it's back on the truth claims of God. It is a unique opportunity for us to turn and "gaze upon the face of God" and in doing so, to be transformed and renewed, in our faith.
A course outline and and scripture reference workbook will be provided.
$5.00 (please bring payment on first day of class)
Location:
Room 1-2
Class Start Date:
September 7 at 4:30PM
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Inductive Bible Study (Precept) Lord, Only You Can Change Me
Can God Really Change You from the Inside Out? Yes! Who are you...on the inside? Are you growing into the image of Christ? Or are you far from being all you want to be in the Lord?
If you've ever wondered how you can truly change, now there's hope. Jesus invites you to stop trying to develop godliness through your own efforts and to start relying on the indwelling Holy Spirit. For the "Lord" Bible Study Series from Kay Arthur.
November 16, 2008
