4105 Briarcliff Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30345
(404) 321-3854

Adult Education and Bible Studies

To help us grow in faith, Briarcliff offers a variety of educational opportunities on Sundays and throughout the week. Below is a list of some of our current offerings. If you have questions or would like more information about our adult education program, please contact Lisa Derrick at 404-321-3854, x 12.

To view our current Adult Classes Brochure, click here.

Sunday Morning Classes

New Spirit Class

Age Group:	Young Adults
Where:	Room 13, 1st Floor Education Building
When:	Sundays, 9:30 am
Studying:	"I'm Glad You Asked"
Description:	How many times have you been placed in an uncomfortable situation when faced with skeptical questions about Christianity? You know Christianity is true, but you are unable to communicate the truth effectively. The Apostle Peter told us to always be prepared to give an answer to anyone who asks us about the hope that is in us. I’m Glad You Asked can help you become that able defender of the faith. This classic book, first published in 1982, explains the alternatives to the Christian position and then demonstrates why the Christian worldview is valid. It provides answers to the basic questions people ask and guides you logically through these questions with helpful flow charts. And it shows, most importantly, how each objection is really an opportunity to present the Gospel.

Seekers Class

Age Group:	Intergenerational
Where:	Room 110, 2nd Floor Education Building
When:	Sundays, 9:30 am
Studying:	Adult Bible Studies
Description:	This study presents stimulating lessons that explore the biblical message and how to apply it to daily life. The fall study focuses on Exodus & Psalms.

Accepted Grace Class

Age Group:	Intergenerational
Where:	Room 108, Education Building
When:	Sundays, 9:30 am
Studying:	"The Purpose-Driven Life" by Rick Warren
Description:	The Purpose-Driven Life takes the groundbreaking message of the award-winning Purpose-Driven Church and goes deeper, applying it to the lifestyle of individual Christians. This book helps readers understand God’s incredible plan for their lives. Warren enables them to see the big picture of what life is all about and begin to live the life God created them to live. The Purpose-Driven Life is a manifesto for Christian living in the 21st century... a lifestyle based on eternal purposes, not cultural values. Using biblical stories and letting the Bible speak for itself, Warren clearly explains God’s five purposes for each of us: We were planned for God’s pleasure, so your first purpose is to offer real worship. We were formed for God’s family, so your second purpose is to enjoy real fellowship. We were created to become like Christ, so your third purpose is to learn real discipleship. We were shaped for serving God, so your fourth purpose is to practice real ministry. We were made for a mission, so your fifth purpose is to live out real evangelism.

Friendship Class

Age Group:	Senior Adults
Where:	Room 112, 2nd Floor Education Building
When:	Sundays, 9:30 am
Studying:	The Bible, Cover to Cover
Description:	The Friendship Class is dedicated to reading through the Bible from beginning to end. This class progresses through the Bible & discusses a new chapter each week.

Koinonia Class

Age Group:	Senior Adults
Where:	Room 113, 2nd Floor Education Building
When:	Sundays, 9:30 am
Studying:	"All Creation Sings, The Voice of God in Nature"
Description:	Almost anywhere we go, nature’s voice is now muted by the sound of traffic and assorted electronic devices. Those who go out to walk or jog are likely to wear a device that keeps them in touch with news or music or speech—so that, intentionally or not, they have shut out nature’s sound and dulled its influence. This little book helps us return to the wonders of nature & God’s wondrous creation.

Additional Classes & Bible Studies

Devo's

The Devo’s are a women’s study group that gathers once a month in the homes of the participants. If you are looking for a small study group, this just might be for you. The group began a new study in January. They are reading, In God’s Time, a wonderful study exploring the question, "Does the Bible really predict the end times?" The Devo’s welcome all women who are interested to participate in the discussion. For further information please call Leslie Parham at 770-921-3288.

Disciple Bible Study Online

Have you always wanted to participate in a Disciple Bible study class but business or travel makes attending classes out of the question? Now you can take a Disciple class online. Click here to read about an exciting opportunity to join with others using the Disciple program. Groups will be limited to 12 participants and may include people in the nearby community as well as others from within the United States and even other countries. Read the comments from Bishop Wilke, author of the Disciple Study Manuals:

Times change. We didn’t have a printed Bible until Martin Luther and Gutenberg gave us print in the 16th century. Now we are a busy, mobile society using email and computers.
But we desperately need knowledge of God thru Scripture – and Christian fellowship through communication.

So for those who are unable to meet face-to-face weekly for 2 – 2.5 hours, we have designed an online Wesley class meeting – limited to about 12 persons, with freedom to ponder the questions and discuss the spiritual meanings.

Each week I will help you explore some of the deep spiritual issues that Julia and I thought and prayed about when we wrote the Disciple Manual. I’ll lead you through the whole Bible week by week. I’ll help you focus on key questions for you to discuss with others in your group. Hopefully, together we’ll become even more devoted disciples of Jesus Christ.

Best regards,
Bishop Richard Wilke
Author of DISCIPLE Bible Study

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