The word disciple literally means "learner," one who dedicates themselves to learning the way of another. As disciples of Jesus Christ, we should be life-long learners of who he is, what the Bible teaches concerning him, and what it means to follow him. Adult Sunday morning classes at First Free are designed to do this by offering classes that both pass on the faith and equip people for ministry and Christian living.

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Spring Semester Block One

Block One classes meet January 8 through March 12. No registration is required.

9:00 Classes

Adults with Special Needs Class
Room A4 | Leader: Evanelle Olinger
This is a class designed to meet the needs for adults with special needs. Included in the class are Bible lessons as well as activities to support the lesson and to help build relationships among the students. We welcome anyone eighteen years or older with special needs. To help us adequately prepare to meet the needs of all students, please contact Evanelle Olinger before attending the class.

Gospel of John, Part 2: Walking Alongside Jesus’ Journey to the Cross
Room B3 | Leaders: Tim Buhler and Clayton Laird
Join us as we seek to encourage one another through relationship building, interactive learning, and prayer. This block our study time will focus on the second half of John which details Jesus’ final words and acts in the week leading up to his death and resurrection.

Growing in Prayer
Room A5 | Leaders: Matt Brown, Philip Ingram, Jonny Rector
A disciple of Jesus mirrors the life of Christ. As we continue to grow in the gospel, the spiritual discipline of prayer is a key aspect to growing deeper in our relationship with God. Join us as we examine prayer throughout Scripture and look at the practices of prayer which Christ provided and how to apply them to our daily walk.

Kingdom Living
Room A6 | Leaders: Dave Netherton, Dana Ferrell, Ken Chouinard
As believers we are called to live in God’s kingdom here on earth. What does that look like? We will discuss how to think and live biblically in our homes, workplaces, church relationships, community, and in dealing with current events. The class will be highly interactive and is open to people of all ages and life stages.

Reading Through Scripture Together: The Gospels and Acts
Room B4 | Leaders: Cary Lavender, Paul Lindstrom, Pat Moyer
Using a “Read Through the Bible” format, we will individually read, and then discuss as a group, the four Gospels. We will read through the Gospels following a chronological reading schedule. After completing the Gospels, we'll move on to the book of Acts. This schedule will fill both spring 2023 blocks.

10:45 Classes

Acts Part 2: Paul's Missionary Journeys
Room B3 | Leaders: Steve Nave and Wes Penner
Join us for the second half of our study of the book of Acts (chapters 13-28) as we look at Paul’s missionary journeys. This is an opportunity to grow in our understanding of God’s love and its availability to all who respond to the gospel as we see Gentiles being accepted into God’s family without needing to adopt a Jewish identity.

Facing Our Culture with Courage and Christ
Room A6 | Leaders: Various
Need help standing for Christ in our collapsing culture? We stand on a solid foundation: Jesus Christ and the gospel. Come study Erwin Lutzer’s new book No Reason to Hide. Join us for encouragement as we study the biblical response to the challenges of our culture today. In Lutzer’s own words: “We must strive in prayer and courage to witness to the power of Christ to transform hearts and lives. The church must not retreat, but face opposition with our eyes fixed beyond this world to the next.”

Spring Semester Block Two

Block Two classes meet March 19 through May 28. No registration is required.

9:00 Classes

Conquerors Through Christ: Romans 5-8
Room B6 | Leaders: Tim Buhler and Clayton Laird
Join us as we seek to encourage one another through relationship building, interactive learning, and prayer. Our study time will focus on Romans chapters 5-8. Being justified by faith, we have peace with God through Christ (Rom. 5:1). What a great gospel truth that the believer has peace with God! Anyone who has this peace is no longer enslaved by death and sin. Instead, being led by the power of the Spirit we begin to fight sin (and we all know what a battle that is). But the direction of our lives through sanctification is ultimately that of being conformed into the image of Christ. A battle that will be won because in Jesus we are more than conquerors.

Great Is His Faithfulness
Room A5 | Leaders: Matt Brown and Philip Ingram
Are you puzzled by all of the evil and suffering in the world? Do you find yourself questioning how to handle tragedy, pain, and even your faith? Does God have a plan for all the suffering, pain, and evil? Join us as we look at the Old Testament books of Lamentations and Zephaniah, which lament the impact of sin but also point us to our God whose “mercies NEVER cease!” and “who is in your midst and mighty to save!”

James: Faith in Action
Room B3 | Leaders: Jonny Rector and Luke Wright
In this class, we will dive deep into the practical wisdom of James. As we enrich our understanding of the historical, cultural, and biblical context surrounding this book, we will apply to our own lives its profitable teaching on such topics as faith and works, controlling the tongue, and perseverance in the midst of trials. We hope you will gain valuable guidance and wisdom for your life as you travel with us through this letter!

Reading Through Scripture Together: The Gospels and Acts, cont.
Room B4 | Leaders: Cary Lavender, Paul Lindstrom, Pat Moyer
Using a “Read Through the Bible” format, we will individually read, and then discuss as a group, the four Gospels. We will read through the Gospels following a chronological reading schedule. After completing the Gospels, we’ll move on to the book of Acts. This schedule will fill both spring 2023 blocks.

10:45 Classes

Minor Prophets: Habakkuk, Haggai and Malachi
Room B3 | Leaders: Steve Nave and Wes Penner
The Old Testament section that we refer to as the Minor Prophets was named “minor” because all twelve books fit on a single scroll. Though shorter in length, they contain significant messages for God’s people. As we delve into these three books from three different prophets, we’ll discover for ourselves the truths delivered to God’s people. Israel had failed miserably to live holy lives and yet God conveyed his great love and his desire to see them flourish as they repented of their sin. Please join us as we explore the messages from these prophets that speak to us today encouraging us to make application to our own lives. .

Facing our Culture with Courage and Christ, cont.
Room A6 | Leaders: Various
Need help standing for Christ in our collapsing culture? We stand on a solid foundation: Jesus Christ and the gospel. Come study Erwin Lutzer’s new book No Reason to Hide. Join us for encouragement as we study the biblical response to the challenges of our culture today. In Lutzer’s own words: “We must strive in prayer and courage to witness to the power of Christ to transform hearts and lives. The church must not retreat, but face opposition with our eyes fixed beyond this world to the next.”

If you have any questions about our adult classes, please feel free to contact Adult Education Director Jo Coltrain.