Sunday School Downloads
Upcoming Classes:
Click here for a listing of July-Aug. 2010 Classes (including times and locations)
Current Classes:
A Letter to an Ugly Bride (A Study of 1 Corinthians)
Throughout the New Testament the church is known as the bride of Christ, and 1 Corinthians paints the Corinthian church as a very ugly or dysfunctional bride. In this book Paul calls out many sins within the body, from disunity to idolatry to sexual immorality. Despite the ugliness of the Corinthian church's sin, Paul continues to love them, because Christ loves his church and gave himself up for her. Although we do not like to think of ourselves as "ugly" we should not have much trouble making modern applications from this part of God's timeless truth.
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7
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1 Corinthians 9 1 Corinthians 10
1 Corinthians 11 & 12 1 Corinthians 15 1 Corinthians 15
1 Corinthians 16 |
Creason Ellis Ellis Creason Ellis Ellis Ellis
Creason
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Life in the Dark Ages: The History of the Church in the Time of Kings, Knights and Castles
Was life in the dark ages really that dark? What was it like to be a Christian during this period in history? These are just a couple of questions we will seek to answer as we explore the major theological developments and theologians from the Medieval Church (500-1500). Please join us as we look at topics including: Saint Anselm, the rise of Humanism, John Wycliffe, Thomas Aquinas, the necessity of the Reformation, and more!
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7
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Introduction St. Anselm of Canterbury
Life as a Medieval Christian Scholasticism & Humanism Thomas Aquinas
The Need for Reform
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Cozart Cozart Cozart Kruger Cozart Cozart Cozart
Cozart
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Servant Leadership:What will people become if they follow you?
Matthew 4:19 "Come follow me," Jesus said, "and I will make you fishers of men." With few role models of what a godly leader is and does, and with many poor role models from the world on what a leader is not, the need is great to understand the biblical qualities of a leader--mainly from the life of Jesus--and how those qualities are put into practice on a daily basis. This Sunday School class will examine the Servant Leadership model that the word of God provides us --and how we can use this model to lead His church to be holy, to do great things for Him, and to extend His kingdom.
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The Transforming Leadership of Jesus
The Concerns of a Servant Leader |
Rodgers
Bass
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Previous Classes:
March - Apri 2010
Other Religions and Non-Christian Thought
What do Muslims believe? Who are the New Atheists? Are Mormons Christians? What about Roman Catholics? Join us as we explore the major differences between the biblical worldview and its modern-day competitors, both religious and secular, and consider how we can fruitfully engage with those who have non-Christian worldviews.
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Worldview Foundations Worldview Evaluation/Evangelism Naturalism Postmodernism New Age Spirituality Mormonism
Islam
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Anderson Anderson Anderson Anderson
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Anderson
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How Long O Lord? Reflections on Suffering and the Problem of Evil
The last few months have been difficult for Uptown Church as we have endured suffering and tragedy in our midst. We look to God and ask "Why?" However, at the same time, many of us have discovered a new-found joy in the midst of this suffering. This class will examine the role of suffering in the Christian life - our expectations of suffering, the history of suffering, our response to suffering, and the way God uses it in the life of his people. We will also reflect on the broader problem of evil and how to respond to critics who think the existence of evil makes Christianity untenable. Come join us to explore this important topic.
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1 2 3 4
5 7
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Surprised by Suffering The Suffering People of God The Sovereignty of God The Compassion of God The Purpose of God The Goodness of God The Existence of God
The Power of God
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Kruger Olshefski Kruger Kruger Kruger Kruger Kruger Phillips |
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A Letter to an Ugly Bride (A Study of 1 Corinthians)
Throughout the New Testament the church is known as the bride of Christ, and 1 Corinthians paints the Corinthian church as a very ugly or dysfunctional bride. In this book Paul calls out many sins within the body, from disunity to idolatry to sexual immorality. Despite the ugliness of the Corinthian church's sin, Paul continues to love them, because Christ loves his church and gave himself up for her. Although we do not like to think of ourselves as "ugly" we should not have much trouble making modern applications from this part of God's timeless truth.
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1 2 3 4
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Overview & 1 Corinthians 1 I Corinthians 2 I Corinthians 3 I Corinthians 4 I Corinthians 5
I Corinthians 6
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Hardy Kulp Hardy Wood Kulp Hardy |
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January - February 2010
Colossians: Continue to Live in Him (A Women's Class )
Uptown desires to be a community of people that experience the full life that is found in Christ. But the busyness and cares of life can often crowd out the richness that comes from walking with Christ. Ladies, joins us for a study on Paul's letter to the Colossians as we seek to look to Christ and know Him more. Through the study, we will seke to know not only what it means to receive Christ, but also to "walk in him, rooted and built up in him and established in the faith...abounding in thanksgiving."
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1 2 3 4
5 7
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Introduction & Col 1:1-14 Col 1:15-23 Col 1:24-2:5 Col 2:6-23 Col 3:1-4 Col 3:5-14
Col 4:2-18
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Dyar Kulp Boyd Spiewak Dyar Boyd Spiewak |
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A Godly Pursuit: What the Bible Says to Men about Their Relationships with Women
This class will be a "men only" study and discussion of what instruction the Bible gives us regarding men and our relationships with women. The class will range in discussion topics including: marriage, dating, purity, singleness, sexuality, temptation, godly character, "friendships' with women. The class is appropriate for single and married men, who are wanting to learn what the Scriptures show us in how we relate to women.
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1 2 3 4
5 7
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Introduction What does it Mean to be a Man? What does it Mean to be a Woman? Marriage Men, Women, Sex Leadership & Calling
A Godly Pursuit
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Ferguson Britt Ferguson Britt Hardy Ferguson Britt |
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In the Beginning: Foundational Studies in the Book of Genesis
It has been said that the book of Genesis is the most important book in the Bible. It contains some of our most precious doctrines that deal with creation, the fall, the dignity of man, marriage, God's plan of redemption, and the founding of the nation of Israel . In addition, it is one of the most attacked books of the Bible . Critics have claimed that it is mythological, antiquated, or proved false by evolution. Come join us for this important class as we explore these issues and defend this foundational book.
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5 7 8 9
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Intro & Key Issues 6-Days of Creation and Evolution Creation of Man as Image of God Marriage in the Garden of Eden Fall and Curse Noah's Flood Covenant with Abraham
Abraham and Isaac on Mt. Moriah
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Kruger Kruger Kruger Kruger Phillips Kruger Kruger Olshefski Kruger
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Signs of the Spirit: A Study in Religious Affections
Do you struggle with what it looks like to be truly transformed by the gospel of Christ ? In other words, what it looks like to believe not only with our minds, but also with our whole hearts? If so, come join us as we journey through Jonathan Edwards 's Religious Affections, a wonderful work on the nature of true Christian experience.
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4 7
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Introduction &The Life of Jonathan Edwards Religious Affections Intro & Negative Signs Religious Affections : 1st Sign Religious Affections : 2nd & 3rd Signs
Religious Affections : 4th, 5th & 6th Signs
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November - December 2009
Parenting for Life
This course brings together the various biblical principles that apply to parents. The biblical pattern for parenting is superior to all psychological and pragmatic models as it helps us as Christian parents place ourselves under the authority of God's Word and to model God's principles in our families. Topics include: The parent's priorities, goals, challenges; roles as disciplinarian, teacher, encourager, evangelist, prayer warrior; and finally, a parent's reward.
Handout: The Parenting for Life Curriculum is Copywritten, please see the Resource Center for materials
Figuring out the Trinity:
How to Understand Christianity's Most Central Doctrine
Understanding the Trinity can be one of the most difficult and most rewarding endeavors for the Christian.
How can we understand the Oneness of God and the distinct Personhood of the Father, Son and Spirit?
Why is it so important that we get this right? Join us as we explore God's Word and take a Biblical approach
to figuring out Christianity's most central doctrine. A proper understanding of the Godhead has great implications,
for individuals and for the church as a whole.
Audio: Week 1, Week 2, Week 3, ---, ---, Week 6, ---, Week 8, ---
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The Gospel of Luke
Written by a well-educated physician, the Gospel of Luke puts forth an historically-minded, "orderly report" of the events surrounding Jesus' life. Join us as we explore this interesting account that includes 15 parables found only in this Gospel. This four-month study will be sure to enrich your understanding of Jesus' life and ministry, as well as foster spiritual growth and provide vital knowledge for sharing the Gospel message with others.
Audio: Week 1
Handout: Week 1, Week 2 , Week 3, Week 4, Week 5, Week 6, Week 7, Week 8, Week 9, Week 10, Week 11, Week 12, Week 13, Week 14, Week 15,
Sept.-Oct. 2009
What is Reformed Theology
TIME Magazine recently listed Reformed Theology as #3 in their list of "Top 10 Ideas Changing the World Right Now." But what is Reformed Theology and what does it mean to be a Reformed Christian? In this eight week class you will learn the answers to these questions and more. We will cover the history behind Reformed Theology, the doctrine of Justification , the Five Points of Calvinism , and a brief introduction to Covenant Theology . So join us and see what it means to be a part of this world-changing movement!
Audio: Week 1
Handout: Week 1
Lord, Help me Pray!
If prayer is such an important part of the Christian life why is it often such an area of struggle? Have you wanted to grow in the area of prayer? The class Lord, Help me Pray, will both inform your mind and challenge your heart with a Kingdom perspective of prayer. The class will study key biblical principles concerning the nature of prayer, as well as, several prayers from the Scriptures that will help frame your own prayers. Please join us as we ask the Lord to change our hearts by teaching us to pray.
Audio: Week 1, Week 2, Week 3, Week 4, Week 5, Week 6, Week 7, Week 8
Handout: Week 1, Week 2 , Week 3 , Week 4 , Week 5, Week 6, Week 7 , Week 8
July - August 2009
Exploring The Promises of God: A class for Women
God's Word is full of promises in fact there are approximately 8,810 individual promises that have been discovered in the Scriptures. In July and August we will study some of God's well known promises and allow them to go deep into the soil of our hearts so that we might bear much fruit for God's glory. We hope that you will join us and learn more about the abundant life that is found in Christ.
Handouts: Week 1, Week 2, Week 3, Week 4, Week 5
Modern Ancients: 9 Christians Who Changed the World
Hebrews 12:1 says that we are to run the Christian life "surrounded by a great cloud of witnesses." This class will take a look at some of these great witnesses who have gone before us and lived remarkable Christian lives that have changed the world forever. These include St. Augustine , John Calvin, C.S. Lewis, William Wilberforce, Hudson Taylor and many others. Come join us for this class where we can be encouraged and motivated by examining the lives of those believers who have lived faithful lives for Christ.
Handouts: Week 1, Week 2, Week 3, Week 4, Week 5, Week 6, Week 7, Week 8, Week 9
Looking for Leadership in all the Wrong Places: A study of Judges
In so many areas of our life we are concerned with who leads us. From our bosses at work to the politicians we vote for. This is not a new concern for God's people. Join us as we spend the next two months studying how the people of Israel sought a leader for themselves, suffered the consequences of their actions, and how God set the stage for a king who would bring them back to himself. This course will push us to see how our human nature seeks to "do what is right in our own eyes" instead of seeking the leadership of Christ.
Handouts: Week 1, Week 2, Week 3, Week 4, Week 5, Week 6, Week 7, Week 8, Week 9