James, Jesus’ own brother, started out as a skeptic. See how one glimpse of the resurrected Savior turned an unbeliever into a disciple.

Bible scholars compare James to the prophet Amos. In other ways, James more closely resembles the Book of Proverbs than any other New Testament book.

Topics in this study include: joy, hardship, faith, reversal of fortunes for rich and poor, wisdom, gifts from above, single-mindedness, the dangers of the tongue, humility, and prayer.

Led by Cindy WelchSundays 5:30 pm Room 108

Led by Cathy GrayWednesdays 6:00 pm Room 204

7 Sessions-$10.00

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We are glad you are interested in New Life Journey, the discipleship ministry of First Baptist Church. Discipleship training is an essential part of any growing Christian’s life. There are many facets of discipleship training including assimilating new members into the church, promoting spiritual growth, strengthening family relationships, and equipping members for leadership and ministry. It is the goal of New Life Journey to offer classes that promote these four objectives in a systematic progressive manner.

Take a prayerful look through this brochure and decide which course is right for you. You don’t need to sign up for a course ahead of time. Just show up on the first night the course is offered. You may purchase a book in the classroom during the first session. Most books and course materials cost $10.00.

We are confident God will bless you as you seek a deeper walk with Him.

Led by Matt JohnsonWednesdays

6:00 pmRoom 205A

8 sessions - $10.00

Led by Bruce WelchWednesdays (Midway)

7:00 pm Room 109

12 sessions - No cost

What happens when we die? Can miracles be explained? Is there really a God? Answers to questions such as these are as varied as they are confusing, and spring from a plethora of mystical belief systems.

But the fact is, we can know the truth. There are solid, logical answers to satisfy the heart and mind of those who are seeking.

If you or someone you know has genuine questions about issues at the core of human existence, this series is an excellent choice for you.

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This study based on the movie COURAGEOUS will take you deeper into biblical truths for a godly family, exploring topics such as redeeming your history, walking withintegrity, winning and blessing the hearts of your children, and more.

It allows spouses to study together and make new commitments as parents. It also helps build family and group relationships.

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Led by Tony Cook & Wade JohnstonWednesdays 6:00 pm

Room 206A13 Sessions- No cost

In a recent study, the Barna Research Group revealed a stunning statistic that continues to reverberate throughout the evangelical world. Only 9 percent of professing Christians have a biblical world view.

Because of this, today's believers live very similarly to non-believers. A personal sense of significance is rarely experienced, we spend our money and time on things that fail to satisfy, and we begin to wonder what life's ultimate purpose really is. We are, in short, losing our bearings as a people and a nation.

The Truth Project is a DVD-based small group curriculum comprised of 12 one-hour lessons taught by Dr. Del Tackett. This study is the starting point for looking at life from a biblical perspective.

Led by Donna TerwilligerMondays 6:00 pm

The ROC12 sessions - $70.00

Call Donna for more info (512) 567-3223Orientation Monday, January 16 6:00 pm at The ROC

The core of First Place 4 Health is spending time with God every day, reading the Bible, praying, and studying and memorizing. It’s when we strive to fulfill God’s purpose in our lives that we find that life is about so much more than food. We find our joy fulfilling our calling and “doing the next right thing” over and over again.

Three quarters of this book is not about calories, fat grams, or maximum heart rates. It’s about seeking balance in every area of our lives. It’s about developing a vibrant prayer life and reading the Bible every day to center us. It’s even about memorizing Scriptures every week. It’s full of testimonies by people who had been overweight all their lives. Many came to their local First Place meeting looking for a quick fix. What they discovered was that by focusing on the Master’s Plan for them, their sedentary lifestyle and old eating habits gradually transformed.

Led by Eddie NorthcuttWednesdays 6:00 pm Room 202A

Led by Natalie WhiteSundays 5:30 pm Room104

8 sessions - $10.00

Led by Fred LewisSundays 5:30 pm

Room 1065 sessions - $10.00

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IS JESUS WORTH THIS TO YOU?It’s easy for American Christians to forget how Jesus said his followers would actually live, what their new lifestyle would actually look like. They would, he said, leave behind security, money, convenience, even family for him. They would abandon everything for the gospel. They would take up their crosses daily...

BUT WHO DO YOU KNOW WHO LIVES LIKE THAT? DO YOU?In Radical, David Platt challenges you to consider with an open heart how we have manipulated the gospel to fit our cultural preferences. He shows what Jesus actually said about being his disciple--then invites you to believe and obey what you have heard. And he tells the dramatic story of what is happening as a “successful” suburban church decides to get serious about the gospel according to Jesus.

The best-selling book about heaven that has changed the world is now a DVD-based curriculum for churches and small groups. In addition to learning more about what the Bible teaches about heaven, groups will hear first-hand from the Burpo family about Colton’s experience in heaven and the way it has changed their lives.

Each video session features Todd, Sonja, and Colton, and is filmed interview-style with Natalie Tysdal, the Denver FOX/CW News reporter whose initial interview with the family has gone viral on the internet.

Led by Rodney and Nan BassWednesdays 6:00 pm

The Bass Home10 sessions- $10.00

Led by Dwayne McMeansSundays 5:30 pm

Room 1018 sessions - $10.00

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Gospel Revolution is an 8-session discipleship experience that leads group members to understand how to let the gospel work in their hearts the way religion never has, or could.

On a journey to greater understanding of the gospel, Pastor J.D. Greear ran through all the religious activities typically associated with a disciple’s life: giving, adopting, missionality, preaching, and witnessing.

Though disciplined and intentional in all aspects, only when J.D. “discovered” the gospel of Jesus Christ did everything change. That’s why the objective of Gospel Revolution is to help group members abide in Jesus. They will find that when they do, passion, self-control, kindness, patience, and radical generosity are the natural results. Marriages will change. Participants will become more self-disciplined. They will be less selfish. Not by concentrating on these things, but as a result of being captivated by the love of Christ.

Marriage on the Rock by Jimmy Evans has a proven record of helping marriages succeed and become the dream relationships that God intended them to be.

Marriage on the Rock brings the powerful principles from God’s Word into an interactive format for couples in a small group setting.

Each week’s curriculum present biblically based teaching along with discussion questions, interactive applications, and exercises designed to help couples effectively deal with common obstacles to healthy and happy marriages. The study’s final session ends with a powerful vow renewal service in which each couple reaffirms their love and commitment to each other.

Led by Neal TerwilligerMondays 6:00 pm

The ROC12 sessions- $10.00

Led by Judy BrownMondays 6:45 pm

The Price House8 sessions - $10.00

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Christians too often ignore their own history. We have failedto recognize that the Old Testament was the Scripture of ourLord and the earliest Christians, and that the land of Israel wasnot only the place of the birth of Jesus but the place of his lifeand ministry, his death and resurrection. The Hebraic culturewas the one in which our Lord was immersed, and the earliestChristians were Jewish. The Jews have observed the Sabbathand the festivals since biblical times. They invest their lives withspirituality and godliness. The challenge for Christians is to findmeaning in biblical rituals that seem consigned to a bygoneera and a foreign culture.

Maximize retention of Scripture with this innovative Book by Booklearning system. All ages are using this multi-sensory tool in learning all 66 books of the Bible. Colorful cartoons help associate a major theme with each book of the Bible in an unforgettable way.