Christian Education
“…Equipping the saints
for the work of ministry,
for building up the body of Christ….”
Mission Statement
At VBC, it is our desire to teach people about the Gospel, guide them to a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and to grow their faith so they can serve our God Almighty.
We want to lead you to understand your spiritual gifts, equip you to grow in your faith and help you understand how you can serve God. We desire that you be able to read your Bible and call upon the Holy Spirit to help you understand what God is saying to you. We will encourage you to develop a personal prayer life, learn what the attributes of God are, understand creation, and equip you to serve God in our Church, in our Community, in our Country and in our World.
Studies at VBC
Regardless of where you are in your spiritual journey, we want to equip you with biblical education. Life Courses equip you for discipleship in all areas of life by teaching biblical doctrine and principles for Christian Living. Life Courses typically run 4-10 weeks based on the curriculum. We offer courses in the Winter, Spring, Summer, and Fall. Check out our course offerings below.
What to Expect?
Trained Leadership - Life Courses are led by trusted members of VBC who are well-studied in the course subject matter.
Biblical Instruction - As God’s inspired Word, the Bible is useful for teaching (2 Tim. 3:16). We believe a biblical worldview is essential for Christian living.
Open Discussion - Our course leaders will invite you to learn through discussion with other members. Come prepared to ask your questions and learn from one another.
Practical Application - Each week, you will be equipped with principles to apply to your life and become a stronger disciple in the course’s specific area of focus.
Current Sunday AM Studies
Children’s Class - Rm. 112
Leader: Sherry Adcock
We know that it is important for our children to receive sound Biblical teaching. We will help them know who Jesus Christ is and as God leads in their life, how have a personal relationship with Him. We will teach them about God, The Holy Spirit, Jesus Christ, Creation, Men and Women in the Bible, Salvation and the 2nd Coming.
New Horizons Bible Study - The Gathering Hall
Topic: “Micah means…Who is like Jehovah?”
Leader: Dale Kastner
Many people shy away from the Old Testament for a number of reasons. For example . . . too much killing, irrelevancy to the current age, ‘not the same God’ of the New Testament because of too much judgement and not enough love, etc. The book of Micah is about Israel but is totally relevant to the USA and all nations today. If God will discipline and severely punish His chosen people, Israel, for disobedience . . . will He not do the same to any nations?! Micah is also full of end times prophecy, which makes it very relevant for us today. This is not a book that should be shunned or discarded because it is in the Old Testament. The Old Testament is an integral part of showing us the God we serve, and what He expects of His children. It shows us, through Israel, what the USA must do to be in the graces and mercies of God.
Truth Seekers Bible Study - Rm. 109
Topic: Christ Jesus, From Glory To The Cross
Leader: Peter Matthew
Continuing this study based on Philippians 2:5-11 . . . we will be looking at Christ's pre-incarnate state, what happened when He became a man, and how that is an example for us. This study will continue a previous study we did about Jesus as our high priest. It should help to answer the question: How could the God of glory die for our sins and sympathize with our weakness?
Women’s Bible Study - Rm. 110
Topic: “Who Do You Say You Are?”
Leader: Kathy Young
While many in our world struggle with finding their identity, we as believers in Christ shouldn’t be. But the truth is we all have struggled with this and many of us still do. Join us as we journey through Romans 6 – 8, receiving the deeper truth of what it means to have our identity in Christ, realizing the finished work that has been accomplished on our behalf through Christ and resting in our eternal position with Christ.
Men’s Bible Study - Rm. 111
Topic: A Study of the Parables
Leader: Val Chandler
Continuing a study of the parables . . . the stories Jesus used to teach His followers are just as applicable today as the day they were first told. Join us for discussion of Jesus’ teachings and how to apply scripture in our daily walk.
Foundations Bible Study - Loft
Topic: Biblical Foundations for Life
Leader: Levan Hubbard
Continuing study on foundational topics like: developing a Biblical world perspective; can we trust the Bible and how to use it; God and some of His attributes; and Jesus, the importance of His life, death, and resurrection.
Weekly Bible Studies
Saturday Morning Men’s Ministry (8:30 am - 10:00 am) - The Gathering Hall
Topic: Various
Leader: Carl Flowers
Join the Men of VBC every Saturday morning in the Gathering Hall for a time of fellowship and Bible Study. Topics vary, usually on a monthly schedule, and are taught by various members of the Men's Group. Here is the weekly schedule:
8:15 am - Fellowship
8:30 am - Announcements, Good News & Prayer
8:50 am - Study Begins
10:00 am - Study Concludes
Lightning Bible Study - watch the lessons from this year by clicking on the link below.
Topic: Various
Leader: Various
BSF (Bible Study Fellowship)
Men’s BSF - Rm. 109
Time: Tuesdays at 6:30 pm
Leader: Tom DeBoer
Women’s BSF - The Gathering Hall
Time: Thursdays at 8:30 am
Leader: Helen Stivitts
Need an online option?
BSF now also has Online Groups that meet at various days and times during the week. If you want to know more about BSF Online click on the following link or contact Helen Stivitts (Women) or Tom DeBoer (Men).
