Ada Bible Academy Courses
Ada Bible Academy Courses

Ada Bible Academy Courses

Ada Bible Academy Classes / Faith-Building Classes 

Course 1: SHARING YOUR FAITH WITH CONFIDENCE

Sharing your faith with those around you can be intimidating. It is hard to feel confident in sharing Jesus in a compelling way and often we fear getting it wrong. But it doesn’t have to be that way.

In this 3-week class you will learn an easy 3-step technique to share your faith with those around you in an authentic and engaging way. This course is based off our shorter 2-hour training and offers deeper learning opportunities.

Classes include:

  • Lesson 1: The Heart of Gospel Sharing What sharing the gospel is and isn’t and a simple tool we can all use.
  • Lesson 2: Conversations that Matter Learn how to listen for themes in conversation and how to take the turn to a talk about Jesus using your 15-second story.
  • Lesson 3: Stories that Connect Learn how to put it all together and begin to share the gospel in your everyday life.

Instructed by Pastor Kevin Baker and Director Amelia Rhodes, you will have a time to learn and to practice in a comfortable class setting.

    Sharing Your Faith with Confidence
    Thursdays | October 24 – November 7 | 7 – 8:30 PM
    Ada Bible Church East Paris Campus

 

INSTRUCTOR BIOS

Pastor Kevin Baker

Kevin serves as the campus pastor at the Knapp Street Campus and has been on staff at Ada Bible Church for 19 years. He is married to Kari, and they have two adult daughters. Kevin loves life’s journey with Jesus and seeing people meet him for the first time.

Amelia Rhodes

Amelia Rhodes serves as the Director of Discipleship Resources and has been on staff at Ada Bible Church for 5 years. She’s also the co-host for the Beyond the Weekend Podcast and writes for the Beyond the Weekend devotional. Amelia is married to Kedron and they have two young adult children. Amelia is studying for her MA in Christian Studies at Southeastern Seminary. She loves helping people grow in their love for Jesus and God’s Word.

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Course 2: Understanding and Reading the Bible– Exploring the Bible’s Origins and Helpful Study Tools

The Bible is foundational to our faith, yet many of us struggle to understand it fully or feel confident in our ability to understand and read Scripture well. Whether you’re new to Bible study or have been reading Scripture for years, this course will deepen your understanding and enrich your engagement with God’s Word.

In this 3-week class, you’ll explore the fascinating history of how we got our Bible, learn tools for interpreting Scripture faithfully, and discover how to read the Bible in its proper context. Gain confidence in your ability to understand and apply God’s Word to your life.

Classes include:

  • Lesson 1: Transmission – A surprising history of biblical manuscripts, from ancient oral traditions to the Bible we have today. Explore archaeological findings that support Scripture and learn how our Bible came to be.
  • Lesson 2: English Translations and Hermeneutics – Compare various English Bible translations and dive into the principles of biblical interpretation. Discover how our approach to reading Scripture shapes our understanding of its meaning.
  • Lesson 3: Biblical Context and Reading Well – Uncover the vast historical and literary context that provides an essential backdrop for reading Scripture. Learn practical Bible study methods and work through biblical passages to see these principles in action.

Instructed by Nancy Erickson, PhD, this class will equip you with knowledge and tools to engage more deeply with God’s Word, allowing Scripture to transform your life and faith.

     UNDERSTANDING AND READING THE BIBLE
     Thursdays | October 24 – Nov 7 | 7 – 8:30 PM
     Ada Bible Church East Paris Campus

 

INSTRUCTOR BIO

Nancy Erickson, PhD

Nancy Erickson holds a PhD in Hebrew Bible and the Ancient Near East from Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion. She is Executive Editor of biblical languages, texts, and reference works for Zondervan Academic and has authored and edited numerous books and articles in her field. Nancy is married to Dan (Director of HR at Ada Bible Church), and they have two teenagers and two oversized dogs.

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