NEXT STEP COURSES
NeXt Step encompasses our belief that all of us need to consider a “next step” towards Christlikeness. We provide a wide variety of opportunities and experiences designed to help all of us become more like Christ. More on NeXt Step
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Christ Fellowship offers a wide spectrum of courses where you can dig deeper into God’s Word, explore questions, grow in your faith and even develop in leadership. These courses are all designed to help you make progress towards Christlikeness.
Winter Courses
The Christian Life | Starting Tuesday, Feb. 3 | 7-9 pm
$25 workbook (available at the Hub) | 12 weeks
What is the Christian life about? Ask questions. Explore your questions. Find out what we mean at Christ Fellowship when we say that our mission is to help people to find and follow Jesus Christ. We invite you to discover even more about our faith and how to grow in Christlikeness by signing up for The Christian Life course. Pastor Bruce helped develop this material, which is now being used in 44 countries around the world.
The Mission | Starting Tuesday, Feb. 3 | 7-9 pm
$45 workbook (available at the Hub) | 12 weeks
Starting with an understanding of God’s reign and plan for this world, this course will put together the pieces of a mission philosophy that encompasses Christ’s atonement, the universal church, the local church and Paul’s example as we apply them to our modern age. In a small group we’ll share thoughts on the role of prayer, social concerns, church planting, and barriers to the gospel among other topics. Join us as we dig deep into this vital aspect of Christ Fellowship’s ministry using materials that pastor Bruce Miller helped to produce. Come prepared to discuss the first issue on February 5.
Growing Deeper Marriage Course | Starting Sunday, Feb. 8 | 6 – 8 pm
$30/couple | 10 weeks
It’s time to grow deeper– the kind of deeper that brings a rich and satisfying marriage. The deeper that exposes you to the Scripture to spur you on and the tools to challenge your daily habits. You will have homework to do individually as well as together, and then stimulating conversation at your group time.
Financial Peace University | Starting Sunday, Feb. 15 | 6 – 8 pm
$90/couple | 9 weeks
Financial Peace University (FPU) is a life-changing program that teaches you how to make the right decisions with your money. You'll be empowered with the practical skills and confidence needed to achieve your financial goals and experience true financial peace.
Topics for your Life Group
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The Christian Life | 12 weeks
What is the Christian life about? Ask questions. Explore your questions. See if this is a path you want to walk. More Info & Resources
Intimacy With God | 12 weeks
Know God…is that even possible? Discover how to love him and people better with topics like: Knowing the Unknowable, God Revealed in scripture, and God’s is Sovereignty.
Your Role in God's Family | 12 weeks
What does it mean to live “all-out” for Christ? Get engaged in the family business and discover the important part you play in the family of God.
Sharing Your Faith | 12 weeks
It doesn’t have to be awkward or stuffy when you to tell of the hope you have in Christ. Learn how to share your faith comfortably and naturally.
Financial Peace University | 9 weeks
Learn practical skills and gain the confidence you need to achieve your financial goals and experience true financial peace.
Growing Deeper in Your Marriage | 10 weeks
It’s time to grow deeper– the kind of deeper that brings a rich and satisfying marriage.
The Word | 12 weeks
Is the Bible our Final Authority? Study “Bible Doctrine” by Wayne Grudem to get a wide grasp of the value of scripture, who God is and discuss some sticky topics.
The Mission | 12 weeks
What does it mean to live “on mission”? Think through an intentional mission strategy for yourself as you explore. More Info & Resources
The Leader | 12 weeks
What does it REALLY mean to be a leader? How can you grow in maturity? Investigate the foundational aspects of leadership in this 12-week course.
The Church | 12 weeks
Explore the identity and role of the Church as the family of God. How can we live empowered by the Spirit to be what the church is called to be and do what the church is called to do?
Defending Your Faith | 12 weeks
Many people are afraid of being stumped in spiritual conversations with atheists or people of other faiths. Learn how to defend your faith without coming across as judgmental.
Life Development | 12 weeks
Wish there was more meaning in your day-to-day life? Take a comprehensive look at your unique shape and develop a personalized plan to live on mission in every season of life.
Perspectives | 12 weeks
See how you can get threaded into God’s story of redeeming people from every tribe, tongue, and nation to himself.
Wisdom by Design (Facilitator Training) | 6-hour training
Learn from Bruce B. Miller and others on how to facilitate a group and find out how you can apply the W.I.S.D.O.M. process to making good decisions.
Bible Study Methods (Dallas Theological Seminary) | 9 weeks
How many times do we approach Scripture and have no idea what it means? Learn how to study the Word in a way that looks for the original authors intended meaning.
Understanding our Christian God (Dallas Theological Seminary) | 9 weeks
Learn the fundamentals about what makes Christianity “Christian,” and deepen your understanding of the Trinity, human nature, salvation and more.