2009 Hibs Classes

Doctrine of Salvation

Greek for the Rest of Us I & II

Soteriology . . . so amazing!

This course is grounded upon God’s eternal plan in the covenant of redemption and its accomplishment through Christ’s obedience, suffering, atoning death, resurrection, and ascension. It will focus on the Holy Spirit’s application Pastor Waldron of redemption through effectual calling, regeneration, justification, adoption, sanctification, perseverance, assurance, and glorification. This class will also give special attention to recent controversies relating to the doctrine of justification. John Murray’s Redemption Accomplished and Applied will be the textbook for this MCTS course, which is also open to the congregation.

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January

April

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DOCTRINE OF SALVATION

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GREEK FOR THE REST OF US I

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MAJOR LESSONS FROM MINOR PROPHETS II

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C

Major Lessons From Minor Prophets II Exploring the Less Familiar The six prophets to be studied this trimester are Joel, Obadiah, Jonah, Micah, Zechariah, and Malachi. These relatively short books are full of practical instruction. Even though the messages were uttered centuries ago, they have a Pastor Maddy relevance that cannot be ignored. This class will consider the historical setting of each message as well as the abiding principles which apply to our generation. Some day we will personally meet these men. When that day comes, let’s be sure we can tell them we were blessed by their messages.

Laymen Learning NT Greek Greek for the Rest of Us is just that. It is not for the seminary scholar, but for the man or woman in the pew. Basic vocabulary and grammar will be the heart of this class, which is designed to enable the student to read and Jonathan Christman profit from the Greek New Testament. Challenging? Yes. Impossible? Not at all! As you meet the challenge of understanding this wonderful language, you will be surprised how much New Testament Greek you will actually be able to read. Who knows? Success in this course may encourage you to pursue the language further at MCTS. The textbook for this course will be A Biblical Greek Primer.

May

August

COVENANT CHILDREN TODAY PHYSICAL OR SPIRITUAL?

Symbolics I

Know What You Believe The 1689 Baptist Confession (the doctrinal statement of HBC) has been vastly influential in the history of Baptists. It provides a wonderful summary of the great truths of the Christian faith and serves as an Pastor Waldron effective tool for grounding Christians in what they believe. Following an introduction to the Confession, this class will explore chapters 1-9 with an emphasis on their biblical support and historic meaning. These chapters contain the heart of historic, Baptist teaching on subjects ranging from Scripture to free will.

September

December

SYMBOLICS I GREEK FOR THE REST OF US II THE LIFE OF MOSES

Covenant Children Today

Physical or Spiritual? Using Alan Conner’s helpful book, Covenant Children Today: Physical or Spiritual?, this class will explore the true and significant nature of the New Covenant. Critical issues of study will include who the members of the New Ron Miller Covenant are and how membership in the New Covenant differs from membership in the Old. This course will also explore whether reformed theology requires infant baptism or if in fact, credobaptism is more consistent with the great heritage of the reformed faith. Obviously, the Word of God will be the final court of appeal throughout the study.

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The Life of Moses

The Man Who Spoke Face-to-Face with God Moses is one of the most fascinating characters in the Bible. From his remarkable rescue and upbringing in the palace of Pharaoh to his place at the forefront of the nation of Israel, Moses captures our attention as a critical figure Pastor Maddy in redemptive history. His walk with God was like no other, but his frailty was just like ours. So significant was Moses that he prophesied of Christ, “The Lord God will raise up for you a prophet like me from your brethren . . . .” Contemplating this man’s life and ministry will challenge the student to grow in many graces.