Sunday Morning Adult Bible Fellowships / Classes

January - March 2019

All Journey groups will be studying the same topics this quarter:

January - Image of God

What does it mean that humans are created in the image of God? It's a pleasant idea, but one that can be a little hard to truly comprehend. As humans, we bear the image of God, but what is the purpose of this for us––what is the purpose for God? Creating images of gods was a fairly familiar concept in the ancient world, but representing the image of God, not through a statue or idol but through your very being, has profound significance. The Bible tells the story of God’s purpose to rule the world through his image-bearing creatures. This study will explore the biblical passages on the theme of image of God, the implications for Jesus followers, and will lead into our study of exile which will follow in February.

February/March - Faithfulness in Exile

The Exile. It’s one of the biggest, but least discussed themes in the Bible. The exile is a foreign concept to many modern people. Our modern Bible was shaped by the Jewish people who were exiled from their homeland in 586 BC by the Babylonian Empire. The cultural trauma of that event influenced the writings that Christians hold dear today. The 586 exile colors all of the Bible, start to finish.

One of the most difficult issues facing Christians of any culture or time is how to support, resist, or participate in the governing power structures of their day. Should followers of Jesus endorse any political movement that is or isn’t religious? What are the dangers of joining our allegiance to Jesus with loyalty to any nation or government? Religion and politics are highly charged topics in most cultures, and many of us wonder if the Bible has any wisdom to offer as we navigate this tension.

It turns out that the Bible has immense resources for God’s people on this topic. Most of it comes in the form of narrative. The experience of Daniel and his friends in Babylonian exile offers wisdom for navigating this tension. Following Jesus in the 21st century means learning faithfulness in exile.

Find the group that fits you the best:

General Adult - Room: Fellowship Hall

Come one, come all! We don’t check your ID at the door. You don’t have to pass a basic Bible knowledge quiz to get in. If you’re interested in learning more about the Bible in an open atmosphere which includes both lecture and discussion, this group is for you. You can sit quietly and listen or join in the conversation. Either way, many guests and new members find this a great entry point into Twickenham.

Teachers: Stuart Whiting and Dan Beasley

Young Marrieds & Young Families Class - Room S201/S202

Whether you’re still picking the rice out of your hair or are already driving that minivan you swore you’d never own, navigating family life requires lots of support and encouragement. Classes and discussion start with scripture and always circle around to applications specific to marriage and family. Then, there’s the friendships, understanding and practical help you’ll need when things get tough.

Teachers: Todd White & Ronald Woods

Young Adults/Professionals Class - Room S201/S202

Spiritually Single Class - Room S204

Sometimes, churches can seem like they are exclusively designed for couples or families. This group is different. It is composed of folks who find themselves searching, and on a spiritual level, having to go it alone. When you walk through our door, though, you discover that there are others willing to make that journey with you. If you are looking for a group that is open and honest about life, welcome home.

Teachers: Mark Behel & Tom McKee

SonLight Class - Room S205

If you are the kind of person who doesn’t mind questioning your own conclusions, confronting your own perspectives and intentionally exposing yourself to diverse opinions, the Sonlight class is for you. Our children are mostly raised and out of the house (mostly), so we enjoy spending time together both in and out of class. Stop by and visit us. You’ll find spirited but respectful discussion. And maybe make some new friends.

Teachers: Bill Blass & Glen Laird

Friendship Class - Room S206

Do you remember where you were when Sputnik circled the planet? How about rotary telephones? Or when you had to get up and walk across the room to change the channel on the TV? Those who attend the Friendship Class remember. But we welcome anyone who wants to study God’s Word in an accepting atmosphere and make rich, meaningful friendships. After all, that’s the name of our group!

Teachers: Jon Perry & Steve Owens

Why Our Members Chose Twickenham

I felt strangely at home right away. Felt peace, love, acceptance and grace. . . They smiled at me, said hi, welcomed me: all with a great sense of sincerity.

I saw a new approach to worship and I felt God like I hadn’t for a while. It didn’t take me more than a few Sundays for me to feel at home.

I felt like it gave me the best opportunity to bring a non-believer or wayward believer with a different background or religious upbringing and them feel at home and interested in reconnecting with God or maybe connecting for the first time.