Gallop Poll on Religion was quoted some years ago saying, “We are having a revival of feelings but not of the knowledge of God. The church today is more guided by feelings than by convictions. We value enthusiasm more than informed commitment” So many in our culture look to the Church to provide goods and services, that will enable them to continue in their self-absorbed life. Thankfully, I see something drastically different here at Brook Hills. I believe the direction is actually polar opposite, and that starts at the top with our Elders!
Need an example?… Disciple-Making Institute!
One of the umpteen reasons I am humbled to be a part of covenant community called The Church at Brook Hills is the The Institute for Disciple-Making (IDM). The Institute was birthed out of a biblical conviction that the best context for the training of God’s people to fulfill God’s mission is the local church. The classes offered through IDM seeks to prepare church leaders in numerous capacities—small group leadership, worship leadership, pastoral ministry, missionary service, and much more. Below is the philosophy driving this picture.
Philosophy of Ministry
The Institute for Disciple-Making at Brook Hills seeks to align itself with and support the Vision, Mission and Goal of this faith family.
- We seek to glorify God by loving Him with all of our heart, soul, and mind (Matt. 22:37). His character, will, and ways are infinitely worthy of our reverent and serious contemplation.
- We seek to make disciples by teaching the Word of God. Jesus commanded His followers to make disciples by baptizing and teaching (Matt. 28:19-20). Disciples are sanctified by the truth; God’s Word is the truth (Jn. 17:17).
We seek to make disciples of all nations by learning for the sake of others around the world (Matt. 28:19). Our efforts here are intended for world impact.
As you see below, there are some pretty potent classes offered this semester. I think it would be well worth the few hours per week to dive into one (or more) of these classes. Remember, as CS Lewis said, “He (Christ) wants a child’s heart, but a grown-up’s head!”
Spring 2010 Offerings Class Day Time Room Registration Evangelism and Missions
Dr. David Platt & Jonathan B.
Sunday 4:00-6:00pm M17 Click Here
Biblical Counseling
Dr. Mark Shaw
Tuesday 6:30-8:00pm M17 Click Here
Intro to the New Testament
Dr. Bart Box
Wednesday 6:30-8:00pm M17 Click Here
Christian Theology II
Dr. Bart Box
Thursday 9:00-11:00am M17 Click Here
Christian Theology II
Dr. Bart Box
Sunday 6:00-8:00pm M17 Click Here We seek to make disciples of all nations by learning for the sake of others around the world (Matt. 28:19). Our efforts here are intended for world impact.