At Cary First Baptist Church our focus studies offer a chance to grow deeper in your knowledge of the Bible and learn how to apply it to your life. Our focus studies are a primary ministry of Cary First in maturing disciples to grow in their relationship with God and their understanding of the Bible.
In person study - taught by Janice Buckner in the Fellowship Hall
Where Are You Going? A Study of the Book of Jonah
Thursdays; 9:15-11:30am
November 21 - December 5
Have you ever tried to run away from God? Can a mere man hide from the presence of
an all-knowing, all-powerful God? God used a reluctant prophet to tell an evil city of His
compassion for them. When God calls you to deliver a message to someone you don't
love, will you run, or get angry, or comply? Would it take a great calamity, an
earthquake, or flood for God to get your attention?
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Observation: See precisely what the Bible says about Jonah’s relationship with God.
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Interpretation: Explore the meaning of the book of Jonah in the context of Scripture.
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Application: Discover what truths you can apply to your personal life as you learn what Jonah experienced in his relationship with God.
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Dig deep into the details of Jonah and discover how God ministered to His people at that time.
In person study - taught by Janice Buckner in the Fellowship Hall
Spare Your People - Obadiah & Joel
Thursdays; 9:15-11:30am
October 24 - November 14
Obadiah and Joel prophesied about the judgment of all the nations in the coming day of
the Lord. Edom was singled out by Obadiah because of how they treated Israel. Who
would be spared? What would happen to Edom? Or to you? In these last days, as we
wait for the Day of the Lord, we should remember that God is gracious and
compassionate, slow to anger and abounding in lovingkindness. He calls people to
return to Him with their whole heart. Spare Your people, O Lord.
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Observation: See precisely what the Bible says about Joel’s and Obadiah’s relationships with God.
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Interpretation: Explore the meaning of the books of Joel and Obadiah in the context of Scripture.
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Application: Discover what truths you can apply to your personal life as you learn what Joel and Obadiah experienced in their relationships with God.
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Dig deep into the details of Joel and Obadiah and discover how God ministered to His people at that time.
In person study - taught by Angela Kilby room B305
Effective Parenting in a Defective World
Wednesdays; 6:00-7:30pm
September 18 - November 6
Parents often feel helpless, as every godly principle they teach their children seems to be contradicted by the corrupt principles of this defective world. But the good news is, God has a plan for effectively raising your children and you can learn from it.
Packed with practical advice, this companion study guide to Chip Ingram’s series, Effective Parenting in a Defective World, will give struggling parents a vision for their children’s future and life-changing help for today. Through meaningful notes and thought-provoking discussion questions, this study guide is full of practical tools and biblical advice that will guide you through the plan God has for effectively raising children despite the world they, and you as a parent, are up against.
Childcare is available.
In person study - taught by Rhonda Martin room A104
Team KID
Wednesdays; 5:45-7:30pm
September 4 - November 20
TeamKID is a fun, high-energy ministry that encourages kids to know Jesus Christ and to grow in a relationship with Him. All parts of TeamKID — Bible stories, Scripture memory, mission activities, life application, snacks, and recreation games — connect to teach life lessons to kids.
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K - 5th graders are invited to join us on Wednesday nights from September 4 - November 20th for this fun filled time of discipleship!
In person study - taught by Eleanor Sun room B302
Financial Peace University
Sundays; 2:00-4:00pm
September 8 - November 3
Financial Peace University (FPU) is a nine lesson course that teaches you the step by step (aka, the Baby Steps) to pay off debt fast and save more money for your future. FPU is full of energy, easy to understand lessons, and real life examples of people just like you who have taken control of their money for good. Dave Ramsey has been teaching common sense, Biblical money principles for over 25 years, and they work every time.
In person study - taught by Jill Crawford & Ryan Madison room D302
Divorce Care
Wednesdays; 6:00-7:30pm
September 4 - November 20
DivorceCare is a safe place where caring people come alongside you as you find healing from the pain of separation or divorce. At this 13-week, video-based support group program, you’ll find helpful counsel to manage the emotional turmoil and practical tools for decision-making.
Registration is $20 and includes the cost of the workbook, and childcare is available. To inquire about scholarships, please contact Myron Burris at myron@caryfbc.org.
In person study - taught by Julian Gentry room B302
Evidence of the Bible
Wednesdays; 6:00-7:30pm
September 4 - November 20
How can we know that the Bible really is the Word of God? This is a question that has caused many sleepless nights for Christians everywhere, but thankfully it has a very good and powerful answer! Join this 12-week class to learn about evidence that points to the Bible really being the reliable, trustworthy Word of God. Here's a brief look at some of the topics we'll cover:
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Prophecy
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Why other "holy books" aren't God's Word
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Canonization of Biblical texts
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Textual variants
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Alleged contradictions
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This class will utilize the CSB Apologetics Study Bible. If you would like to purchase a copy, click here.
In person study - taught by Janice Buckner
Ephesians - The Church: Rooted in Love, Walking in Power
Thursdays; 9:15-11:15am
August 15 - October 17
Chosen in Christ before the foundation of the world, targeted by grace, sons of God united in a single family, inheritors, holy, redeemed, forgiven, raised from the dead and seated with Jesus Christ in the heavenlies! How can you not study Ephesians!? Before Paul even hints at how believers should live, he lays a rock-solid foundation: who we are in Christ! If you think you’re just a cog in a machine, if you don’t know your true identity, then this study is for you. Praise God for what He planned in eternity past and is waiting to reveal to you now . . . through the study of His Word. Learn who and what you are in Christ and you’ll want to walk God’s ways the rest of your life!
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Zoom online study - taught by Sheri Ellington
Revelation Part 3
Mondays; 7:00-8:30pm
September 23 - January 27
Join us for this 11-Lesson study as we revisit Revelation 4-22, looking closely at connections to the Gospels and what Jesus Himself said about the signs of the end and His coming kingdom. We will take a short break for the holidays between lessons 8-9, and when we resume in January, we will begin with an optional review session.
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Workbooks provided at no cost to participants.
Zoom online study - taught by Sheri Ellington
Rising to the Call of Leadership
Thursdays; 7:00-8:30pm
October 10 - November 21
Is God calling you to leadership? Yes! In fact, He is calling all of us, His followers, to be leaders in making disciples who will make disciples! Some are seemingly born with leadership abilities, but we don't want to settle for natural abilities. We want the Holy Spirit to empower us to lead those He has placed in our circles of influence, in our homes, neighborhoods, communities, churches, workplaces, etc. Come and join us as we examine some of Israel's prophets, priests, and kings, to observe the difference it makes to Jesus to lead us and lead others through us!
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Workbooks provided at no cost to participants.